With offices in Vancouver BC and Seattle WA, our firm was founded in 1984 upon the idea that design is everywhere, from the park bench to the city master plan.

We specialize in architecture, urban planning and sustainable community building with a primary role as that of placemaker.

Within an urban context, we move beyond simply designing the "right building," and seek instead to design the "right building in the right place." We create livable environments that are functional, sustainable and beautiful.

We are known for our inclusive approach to design work. Through collaboration, we are able to develop design solutions that are rich and meaningful.

Our clients, team members and the public value our process and our design methods. We ensure that our projects work at the most important scale - the human experience.