Designing Tomorrow's Living Spaces Today

We're crafting spaces that actually work for how people live, not just how they look in magazines.

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WHO WE ARE

We're building the kind of places we'd actually want to live in

Here's the thing - we got tired of seeing buildings that look great on Instagram but don't make sense for the people using them every day. After years of working on projects across Toronto, we've learned that good architecture isn't about following trends. It's about understanding how light moves through a space at 3pm on a Tuesday, or why that hallway always feels cramped even though the measurements say it shouldn't.

Sustainability isn't a buzzword for us - it's just smart design. We've been incorporating green building principles since before LEED certification was even a thing, because honestly, why wouldn't you design buildings that cost less to run and feel better to be in?

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WHAT WE DO

Services that actually solve problems

From initial sketches to the final walkthrough, we're hands-on with every phase. No passing you off to junior staff halfway through.

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Residential Design

Custom homes that fit how you actually live - not some idealized version from a design magazine. We've done everything from laneway houses to full estate renovations.

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Commercial Architecture

Spaces where people want to work, shop, and spend time. We focus on flow, natural light, and creating environments that boost productivity without feeling sterile.

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Sustainable Building Solutions

Green building isn't just eco-friendly - it saves money and creates healthier spaces. We'll guide you through passive solar, materials selection, and energy systems that make sense.

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Interior Space Planning

Making every square foot work harder. We're obsessed with spatial efficiency and creating layouts that just feel right when you walk through them.

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Historic Renovation

Breathing new life into old buildings while respecting their character. It's a balancing act between preserving heritage and meeting modern needs - and we love that challenge.

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Green Building Certification

We'll navigate the LEED certification process with you. It's paperwork-heavy, sure, but the long-term benefits are worth it - and we've done this enough times to make it smooth.

RECENT WORK

Projects we're proud of

Each project teaches us something new. These are some recent ones where everything clicked - the client trusted the process, the contractors nailed the execution, and the final result exceeded expectations.

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Residential project

Rosedale Net-Zero Home

A complete rebuild that produces more energy than it uses. The homeowners' hydro bills are literally negative now.

Residential
Commercial project

King West Tech Hub

Converted a 1920s warehouse into collaborative office space that people actually want to commute to.

Commercial
Historic renovation

Distillery District Loft

Preserved the exposed brick and timber, added modern amenities.

Renovation
Green building

Liberty Village LEED Platinum

Mixed-use development with rooftop gardens and rainwater harvesting.

Sustainable
Interior design

Beaches Family Home

Complete interior reimagining that tripled the natural light.

Interior
WHY SUSTAINABILITY MATTERS

Building smarter, not just greener

Look, we get it - "sustainable architecture" sounds like it's gonna cost you an arm and a leg. But here's what we've learned over the years: sustainable design usually pays for itself within a few years through lower operating costs. Plus, these buildings just feel better to be in.

We're talking about proper window placement so you're not blasting the AC all summer, materials that'll actually last, and systems that don't require a PhD to maintain. It's common sense stuff that got lost somewhere along the way.

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Sustainable architecture
TESTIMONIALS

What clients are saying

We don't ask for reviews, but when clients take the time to send feedback, it means we did something right.

"We interviewed five firms before choosing Ignarion Quinthal. What set them apart was they actually listened instead of pitching us their 'signature style.' Our home is uniquely ours, and we couldn't be happier with how it turned out."

Sarah & James Mitchell
Rosedale Residence

"The LEED certification process seemed overwhelming until we started working with this team. They handled all the documentation and actually saved us money by identifying rebates we didn't know existed. Our building operates at 40% lower cost than projected."