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FLASHhouse Inc
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars16 June 2014
“Ian Roberts designed and built our new home for us and we are beyond thrilled with it! Not only was it amazing to work with one person from the very beginning right through to the end, but Ian's eye for detail resulted in a gorgeous and comfortable home. The project was virtually stress free for us as Ian oversaw every aspect. My husband and I described our dream house to Ian and he came through for us from concept to completion. Ian finished on time and on budget which seemed contrary to what everyone told us when we began the endeavor. We highly recommend Ian Roberts and Flashhouse and would not think twice about working with him again in the future!”
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5 December 2011
“Sarah is a consummate professional with a keen eye and shares a unique vision for every space she approaches.”
Innovate Design Collective
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars18 January 2024
“Fantastic design and Great people to work with!! Innovate has done a number of jobs for me. I would highly recommend them.”
PDDA Ltd.
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 October 2020
“Minh Ta was introduced to us by our builder to help design out family home in Kitsilano Vancouver. We were using another architect for our previous home builds but was recommended Minh because he had extensive knowledge in home design and architecture for new Vancouver home builds. As you may or may not know, the building codes in Vancouver unique, difficult to understand and interpret into real life designs without incurring subjective review of the City of Vancouver. Rules are ever changing in Vancouver and having a competent and experienced architect is key to successfully submitting and passing a set of plans for your dream home in an efficiently timed manner. Our application process to final acceptance was almost exactly four months which had blown away previous estimates of year to year and half (advised to us by other friends who had build recently). The reason for this quick turnaround was due to Minhès knowledge and ability to create our dreams in a passable set of plans under the current building codes of the times. Minh is highly informative, helpful, a great listener and I would recommend him to anyone hoping to build their dream home.”
Premium Urban Design
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 October 2014
“Mike at Premium was a tremendous help in the complete renovation and remodelling of several properties in Victoria. His expertise and knowledge of both the design and construction of a complex project like these helped make them all successful. There were many design decisions that were needed to maximize the usability of the space, as we transferred many of the properties into highly desirable rental suites. Our tenants loved the final designs. Mike's expertise about the the full project scope (design, permits, construction, market) prevented us from making costly mistakes, while also enhancing the properties in their completed state. We will continue to work with Mike, and can't recommend him enough. The projects that we completed with Mike yielded properties that were instantly rented to long term tenants.”
Rommel Design Ltd.
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars6 September 2012
“Joe is talented, responsive, extremely knowledgable in areas of civic bylaws and he's a very good listener. Your expectations will not only be met but exceeded by the Rommel Design team.”
Brian Morris Architect
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars23 November 2014
“BTW Morris is a very calm, methodical, experienced architect that listens patiently to his clients needs and wants. He very diplomatically manages to interact with all parties involved in the complex construction process whilst keeping a rational eye on budget . We are extremely happy with the custom home he designed for us after a thorough information gathering process. We can honestly say we have absolutely no regrets, and can highly recommend him.”
EW Architecture Inc.
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars19 June 2019
“We are so happy with Erica's work in our total 2500 sq ft down to stud house renovation. From the very beginning her passion and timely work ethic shone through working collaboratively on the design was our favourite part . She brought our dreams to paper in accurate detailed drawings that we were all very satisfied with. From her expert knowledge on building codes and procedures, to her professional comportment working tirelessly with the contractor , Erica always had our back and had solutions to our every email phone call. Highly recommended and we will not hesitate to use her on our future projects. Great to work with. Best of luck for her company moving forward! Thanks Erica!”
Aspire Custom Designs
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 May 2013
“It was great working with Lindsay putting together a design for my first house. He listened and provided some great suggestions, and his first draft was almost perfect. The big thing for me was we were working under a deadline to take advantage of a free building permit offer from Langford that was ending. He made the adjustments quickly and we got them in on time. Since then I have hired Aspire a couple time through my work to get some quick drawings with good results.”
Etienne Design
Architects in Nanaimo, BC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars31 March 2014
“We have worked with Etienne on many projects and it is always a pleasure. His ability to produce clean and functional, yet inspiring home designs is equal to many of Canada's more renowned architects while his demeanour is humble and unassuming. His creations are the embodiment of the West Coast Contemporary style, using modern lines and functional layouts, accentuated by native elements and detailing to suit the environment and lifestyle of his client. We recommend Etienne DeVilliers to our customers at every opportunity and the result of the projects we create together is always exceptional.”
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An architect is a professional who designs and creates building plans, ensuring the building is functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. They collaborate with clients to understand their needs and create designs that meet their requirements. Architects also consider building codes, regulations, and sustainability principles in their designs. They may oversee the construction process to ensure it aligns with the design intent.
The most popular Architectural Services in Nanaimo are:
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A well-chosen architect can design a home that is specifically tailored to your family's lifestyle. Highly competent and professionally-trained designers, many architects in Nanaimo, BC also use sustainable design principles to maximise the site and materials used, so your home uses less energy and saves you money in the long term.

If your renovation is more than a simple benchtop replacement or roof re-tiling job, then it may be time to find an architect in Nanaimo, BC who can manage your project from start to finish. Depending on the architecture firm you hire, the scope can span from planning sustainable design into your renovations, to selecting furniture and even interior finishes.

How do I find the right architect for my home design project?


An architect is often the first person you hire for your project. Before taking steps to find an architect in Nanaimo, BC, ask yourself what you want to achieve from your renovation or home construction. Do you want to improve the liveability and sustainability of your home, or simply expand? What style of architecture do you prefer? Once you have established your motivation, research architects that have completed similar house designs in your Nanaimo locale and within a comparable budget to yours.

Undergoing renovations, house extensions or building a new home entirely can be stressful. For this reason, it’s important that you and your chosen architect get along and share the same values, especially if you require an architect to help you refine your brief. To establish this rapport, you may need to meet several times with the architects on your shortlist before making a final decision on who you hire. The relationship you have with your architect is very personal, and will involve discussions of your habits, hobbies and tastes, so you want to ensure you have picked someone you feel comfortable in sharing this information with.

Most importantly, you need to trust that your architect will manage your home improvement or house design within budget, while working with site constraints, and coordinating the relationships of all parties involved in the project.

Ideally, your Nanaimo, BC architect will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. Your architect may be needed to select and hire British Columbia subcontractors (e.g. builders, engineers and landscape architects) just as they may need to negotiate contracts with stakeholders. A good client-architect relationship will ensure they are your biggest advocate along the way during construction.

Finally, remember that the most well-known or established architect may not provide the right architectural services for your needs. It all comes down to the individual project.

Questions to ask prospective residential architects in Nanaimo, BC:


  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Do you have professional liability insurance?
  • What types of renderings (3-D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include?
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (The architect's personal style could interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a project manager and subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Do you foresee any complications with this project?

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