Context, Beauty, Function & Stewardship
We've designed 87,000+ acres of new land development projects across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom.
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Our focus on context, beauty, function, and stewardship ensures every project delivers aesthetic excellence, enhanced profitability, and lasting value for generations. We are committed to the creation of humanly scaled cities, towns, and neighbourhoods through our imaginative and integrative approach to town planning and land development.
Master Planning | Urban Design | Town Planning
We create towns and neighbourhoods that people love and that command premium prices and generate 20%-40% higher profits for Developers and Municipalities!
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Combining our core skills in Architectural Design and Town Planning, we employ a demonstrated understanding of urban development, the Regulatory Environment, and the Triple Bottom Line of Sustainability.
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We are committed to the creation of humanly scaled cities, towns, and neighbourhoods through our imaginative and integrative approach to town planning and land development.
Some of our Core Master Planning and Urban Design services include:
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Master Planning & Regional Planning
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Urban Design (Organic town planning inspired by Medieval Town Planning principles)
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Design/Build Development Strategies
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Agricultural / Agrarian Urban Development Strategies
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Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
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Traditional Neighbourhood Development (TND)
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Mixed Use Development
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Regional Planning
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Sustainable Development Initiatives
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Rural Town Planning
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Redevelopment and Revitalization
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Resort Town Planning
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Smart Code / Form-Based Codes
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Detailed Urban Design and Public Space Design
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Urban and Architectural Codes and Guidelines
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Planning Approvals & Charrette and Workshop Facilitation
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Land Development
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Land Development Management & Coordination
Architectural Design
"If you do it right, it will last forever."
Massimo Vignelli
We see each Building as a "Building in Context". We believe buildings have a distinct hierarchy and, if placed together, are compatible in size, architectural language, and siting.
They are the ultimate embodiment of the Vision and Character of the Development and are an integral part of the land development process.
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We take great care in the design of each building and also manage the architectural guidelines for each project where needed. In addition to designing select buildings, we work with a variety of architects and production firms to ensure a beautiful outcome.
Land Development Management
We manage and advise on Land Development projects across the spectrum, from small infill sites to extensive Master-Planned Communities, Resorts, and Mixed-Use Commercial Centres.
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We act as the essential Master Design Manager and "Keepers of the Plan" for development projects, ensuring your original vision is never compromised from conception to completion.
This service is particularly valuable for our out-of-town and international clients. While our full Land Development Management services are primarily focused within the Alberta context, our vision-driven oversight guides the entire design, approval, marketing, and development process regardless of location.