Who we are
We like the word ‘Together’. It describes what we value most, and what we aim to do.
We like to put things together (in fun and creative ways).
We love to bring people together (with shared values and dreams).
And we are just better together.
Our studio was founded in 2023, with one and a half designers (and a baby and a dog). But it has been many years in the making. We’ve worked with truly inspirational clients, learned from thoughtful Architects and designers, and have been welcomed into strong and forward thinking communities.
Today we are a small architecture and design studio based in Vancouver, BC, with a passion for making good places with good friends. Read more below…
[Meet our Team]
At Together We…
Are Curious
About people… about places… about things. We approach our work with a sense of play, but also pride ourselves in listening and observing first. By approaching each project with open eyes and an open heart, we seek to unlock opportunities and build places that are responsive little gems.
Make Friends
It’s all about teamwork. We look for opportunities to collaborate, learn from, and elevate other designers, craftspeople, artists, and advocates in our community. We build teams through understanding and appreciation for what each party brings to the table - utilizing our collective strengths.
The success of a project relies on the mutual respect of contributors on and off the construction site, of multiple voices coming together throughout the life of the project.
Tell Stories
We love a good story. But even more, we love when a place shares a good story. Every site has a history. Every material has a source. We strive to make stories legible, and allow them to guide our designs.
Build Good Places
We know that when a project is loved and cared for, it will outlast us all. So good, flexible, beautiful places not only make us happy, but are also inherently sustainable.
To us, good places are ones that encourage community life and inspire a sense of belonging. They are inclusive and diverse, humble but fun, and are built with lasting materials and ethical means.
Celebrate Craft
We always have our hands in the mud (literally). We have a real love of craft and a range of experiences in the arts, construction, and carpentry. We have a good understanding of how materials behave, and a GREAT deal of respect for the trades and craftspeople who make each project what it is. We strive to work with local craftspeople, and to carve out moments in our projects that bring uniquely personal touches, handmade by and for our clients and their community.
Love Trees
We love getting outside. We believe there is more to life than design… and our work benefits from maintaining a healthy balance - spending time in nature, with our family, in our community.
We also draw much of our inspiration from nature, and strive to make buildings that respect and give back to the ecologies and environments they are a part of. At the end of it all, we want to know that we are leaving a world better than we found it.