Our Team

Who We Are

We're not your typical architecture firm - we live and breathe the spaces where crowds roar and memories are made.

Our Journey

Our Story Started in a Hockey Rink

Yeah, you read that right. Back in 2009, our founder Marcus was sitting in a cramped college arena thinking "there's gotta be a better way to design these spaces." Fast forward sixteen years, and we've designed over 40 venues across Canada.

What sets us apart? We actually get it. Half our team played competitive sports, the other half worked in live entertainment. We know what it's like when the acoustics are off, when the sightlines suck, or when the locker rooms feel like an afterthought.

Our approach isn't about winning awards (though we've got a few) - it's about creating spaces that work. Places where athletes perform their best, fans get their money's worth, and operators don't pull their hair out over maintenance issues three years down the line.

40+

Completed Projects

16

Years Experience

8M+

Happy Fans

How We Think About Design

Forget the fancy jargon. Here's what actually matters when we're designing your venue.

Fan Experience First

If fans aren't comfortable and engaged, nothing else matters. We obsess over sightlines, acoustics, and flow patterns.

Athlete-Centered

The people performing need proper facilities. Training areas, recovery spaces, and locker rooms that actually work.

Operational Reality

Beautiful renders don't pay the bills. We design for realistic maintenance budgets and actual staffing levels.

Built to Last

Sustainable doesn't mean expensive. It means smart material choices and systems that don't need replacing in five years.

Meet the Team

The people who turn your vision into reality

Marcus Chen

Marcus Chen

Founder & Principal Architect

Credentials: M.Arch, FRAIC, LEED AP

Started this whole thing after getting tired of poorly designed college rinks. Former varsity hockey player who brings that athlete perspective to every project. Led design teams for 23 major venues including the RedLine Arena in Calgary.

Sarah Kowalski

Sarah Kowalski

Design Director

Credentials: M.Arch, OAA, AIA

Spent eight years working on major league stadiums in the States before joining us in 2016. She's the one who makes sure our designs look good AND function properly. Can't stand when form overshadows function.

David Park
David Park

Structural Engineer

P.Eng, MASc

The guy who makes sure our ambitious designs don't collapse. Specializes in long-span roof structures and has saved us from ourselves more than once.

Jennifer Wu
Jennifer Wu

Acoustic Specialist

PhD Acoustics, INCE

Concert venues are her specialty. If you've ever been to a show where you could actually hear the lyrics, that's what she does. Worked with three Grammy-winning artists on venue design.

Tom Bradley
Tom Bradley

Project Manager

PMP, B.Eng

Former construction superintendent who knows every trick contractors pull. Keeps projects on time and on budget, which honestly is harder than it sounds.

Rachel Morrison
Rachel Morrison

Sustainability Lead

LEED AP BD+C, CEM

Makes sure we're not just building for today but for the next 50 years. Reduced operating costs on our last project by 34% through smart systems integration.

Alex Tran
Alex Tran

Interior Design Lead

ARIDO, BID

Handles everything from VIP suites to concourse areas. Ex-hospitality designer who brings that high-end touch to sports venues.

Priya Sharma
Priya Sharma

Technology Integration

RCDD, LEED GA

The tech wizard. AV systems, scoreboards, connectivity infrastructure - she makes sure your venue isn't outdated before it even opens.

James O'Connor
James O'Connor

Landscape Architect

OALA, CSLA

Designs the approach and surrounding spaces. Believes the experience starts in the parking lot, not at the entrance gates.

Megan Foster
Megan Foster

Junior Architect

M.Arch, OAA Candidate

Fresh perspective from someone who actually grew up going to modern arenas. Keeps us honest about what younger fans expect from venues.

Credentials & Certifications

We're not just about fancy letters after our names, but yeah, we've got the credentials to back up our work. All our architects are registered professionals, and we maintain memberships with key industry bodies.

Royal Architectural Institute of Canada

Full corporate membership

Ontario Association of Architects

Licensed practitioners

LEED Accredited Professionals

Sustainable design certified

Professional Engineers Ontario

Structural team registration

Credentials

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