emerging talent

Three years ago, Canadian Architect and Twenty + Change first partnered to bring a curated showcase of emerging Canadian architectural practices to the…

Bernier's design approach seeks to capitalize on what’s already working—the architectural elements that have allowed the city and its buildings to thrive for…

A lineage of regionalist approaches to design comes across in how Lemay works with heritage buildings, and with the culture of built heritage.

The firm quickly built a reputation for taking on difficult infill projects—bringing a clear method and simplicity to the designs that made them viable.

Blanchette knew from the outset that he wanted to design spaces that would amplify Quebec's northern character.

Environmentally sustainable architecture is at the core of BoON Architecture’s mission.

“We used Semi-Semi as a jumping off point, to get the house published and get our name out there."

By considering the full scope of changing spatial needs that people may have as they age, the practice aims to incrementally renovate and futureproof both…

“The building plays second to the natural environment.”

With LAAB, Lauzon set out to “demystify” design: making it clearer, more precise, and more participatory for clients.

The team makes architecture, of course, but it also has expertise in object design and branding.

“It’s hard not to look at every project as a prototype."

"On any of our projects, there is a lot of head-butting, but we always find our way to a place where he’s happy and I’m happy."

Their work addresses the climate crisis though regenerative design approaches that are rooted in Indigenous principles such as circularity and living in harmony…

“I’m doing one or two projects a year, and I think that’s the way it should be if you want to craft a certain type of architecture with a certain type of…

The practice has always prioritized the human experience as a way of driving innovation.