Seeking Architectural Technologist
Seeking Architectural Technologist FIRM: STUDIO 531 architects inc was founded by architects Jesse Garlick and Tom Moore in 2012. Together they share more than 60 years collective experience in architecture. We are a growing emerging firm that strives to be innovative, and
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Seeking Architect and Technologist focused on energy modelling and carbon analysis. FIRM: STUDIO 531 architects inc. was founded by Jesse Garlick and Tom Moore in 2012. Together they share more than 60 years collective experience in architecture. We are a growing emerging
Sky House is airing on Magnolia Network
Sky House was visited in 2021 by Magnolia Network's film crew who stayed for 2 days filming for the network's series The Cabin Chronicles. Click here to watch the Preview clip. The Cabin Chronicles explores the architecture, design, and human connection behind
Shelbourne Community Kitchen
In the spirit of the season, we'd like to highlight the work of an important local organization: The Shelbourne Community Kitchen is a neighbourhood food center in Saanich. With two staff, a hard-working board of directors, and an incredible team
First Peoples’ Cultural Council
In acknowledgment of Truth And Reconciliation Day, we want to highlight the work a very important organization: the First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC). FPCC is an organization dedicated to “revitalizing Indigenous languages, arts and cultural heritage in British Columbia”. We
CUBES wins Wood Works Design & Building Award 2020
We are happy to announce that Studio 531 project CUBES in Courtenay, B.C. has just won the Multi-unit Residential Wood Design Award for the 2020 Wood Works BC Design & Building Awards.
OAKCREST Headquarters is taking shape
Construction at 2921 Leigh Road in Langford B.C. is well underway. The new Mass-Timber Oakcrest Headquarters office building, designed by Studio 531 for Oakcrest Estates Ltd. is taking shape. Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) floor panels and Glulam columns of the
Hummingbird House
A group of families first purchase a piece of land to build small houses around a shared garden. Located in Squamish B.C. Hummingbird House is a compact structure, built of solid timber panels, for a family of 4. The home
We’re moving…
...but not that far! Our new office opens on March 8, 2021. Our new address is: 546 Herald Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1S6 Ph: 250-384-2131 Drop by and say hello when you feel safe to do so.
CUBES Opening
Cubes in Courtenay was finished and fully occupied December 1, 2020. Students, young professionals, families, and Healthcare workers moved into the newly completed suites. In the ground level commercial space Milano Coffee is opened, a Dental Clinic is under construction. This
Hybrid Mass Timber Rental Housing
CUBES. A purpose built rental housing and mixed use/commercial project located in Courtenay, BC. The structure consists of a concrete podium, off-site manufactured Mass Timber panel floors and conventional wood framed walls hoisted in place by cranes. The main benefits
Mass Timber Warehouse Under Construction
Oakcrest Park Estates Ltd., a Victoria based holding company and investor in industrial properties is developing a turnkey warehouse for one of Canada’s largest plumbing supply companies. EMCO's warehouse and showroom is under construction in Langford, BC. The building's structure
Mass Timber Recreation Centre
Construction on the SEAPARC Fitness Centre has come to a close. Landscaping is to be finished later this year. Client and the Studio 531 team are pleased with the end results and look forward to hearing user feedback once the
Smithers Airport Environmental Silver Wings Award
Smithers Airport receives BC Aviation Council Silver Wings Award for it’s Environmental Stewardship in the Departures Lounge Expansion! Congratulations to Smithers Airport and the contributing team…!
SEAPARC Fitness Addition Under Construction
Studio 531 Architects is currently engaged by the Capital Regional District to create an addition to the SEPARC recreation facility in Sooke BC. The project creates an appx. 5000 SF addition that will include a Fitness Gym, Movement Studio and Multi
UNIQUE MASS TIMBER STAIR
Studio 531 has just completed design and construction of an office renovation for an award winning Vancouver construction company. The new Global Headquarters for Naikoon Contracting contains 3 floors of innovative workspace that focused on creating a healthy, collaborative work
Studio 531 just completed a renovation of an existing light industrial building in Vancouver
The original building had an non-rainscreen stucco facade that had suffered from water damage. We replaced it with a custom metal panel that mimics the corrugated metal facades common to the industrial neighbourhood. Studio 531 worked directly with the fabricator
SAVE THE DATE!
Studio 531 will be hosting its annual open house event this THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2018 - 5 to 9pm The event will be open to all past and current clients, staff and consultants. Food and refreshments will be served. Details and formal