Every successful project begins by listening.
Whether you're planning an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), an addition, a custom home, a renovation, or a commercial space, my goal is to understand your vision first. From there, I create practical, well-designed solutions that fit naturally with your existing property and the way you live.
Good design isn't just about creating drawings—it's about creating spaces that feel like they have always belonged.
For more than four decades, I've been helping homeowners, builders, and businesses throughout Ontario transform ideas into carefully planned construction drawings.
My education at both the university and community college level provided a strong technical foundation, but the greatest lessons have come from designing hundreds of successful projects for real clients.
One of the things clients appreciate most is my ability to explain complex design and construction concepts in a way that's easy to understand. I believe every client should feel informed and confident throughout the entire design process.
Every project presents challenges.
One of my strengths is recognizing potential issues before they become expensive surprises during construction. Careful planning at the design stage often saves clients both time and money later.
Whether it's ensuring an addition blends seamlessly with an existing home or maximizing the potential of an ADU, I believe great design is achieved through thoughtful planning and attention to detail.
Today, my practice focuses primarily on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), residential additions, custom homes, renovations, decks, rental properties, and small commercial projects.
No matter the size of the project, my commitment remains the same:
To provide practical, creative design solutions while making the process clear, enjoyable, and stress-free from the first conversation to the completed plans.
More Than 40 Years of Experience in Residential & Small Commercial Design
Experienced in Designing, Budgeting, Consulting & Inspecting
School of Architecture at Carleton University
Architectural Technology at Fanshawe College
Ongoing Education in the Ontario Building Code
Qualified BCIN Designer with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing for House & Small Building
Qualified BCIN Firm
Member of Architectural Technologist Assoc. of Ontario
From your first conversation to permit-ready drawings, I provide a complete design service to help move your project from concept to construction.
Every project begins with a conversation. I'll take the time to understand your ideas, discuss your goals, and determine the best approach for your project. When required, I'll visit your property to take accurate site measurements before preparing your conceptual design.
Once your project requirements have been established, I'll prepare conceptual drawings that allow you to visualize the design, review layout options, and make changes before final construction drawings are completed.
Complete BCIN-compliant construction drawings prepared in accordance with the Ontario Building Code and the requirements of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, ready for municipal permit submission.
If your project requires structural engineering, I will coordinate the engineering design on your behalf and incorporate all required engineering information into a complete permit-ready drawing package.
Where required, I will coordinate the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) design to satisfy Ontario Building Code requirements for permit approval.
My goal is to provide a complete drawing package that helps streamline the municipal permit process, giving you confidence that your project is professionally prepared and ready for submission.
Accessory Dwelling Units are one of my areas of specialty. Whether you’re creating additional living space for family or adding a separate rental unit to your property, I can help you navigate the design process and create a practical, well-planned solution that meets your needs and works naturally with your existing property.
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Great design isn't just about creating beautiful spaces—it's about giving homeowners the confidence to move forward with clarity. I believe in making complex design decisions simple to understand, helping clients feel informed and comfortable every step of the way. Because when you understand the process as clearly as the design itself, better decisions naturally follow.