STUART HOWARD ARCHITECTS - Key Persons
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As a graduate of the Master of Architecture program, Adam has experience working on a range of projects including residential, commercial and hospitality in both Vancouver and Calgary. Adam's interest in detail oriented design enables him to bring an excitement and a commitment to excellence in every project he tackles. An opportunity to live in Tokyo, Japan for part of his architectural studies, offered a valuable education in innovative building design and a broad understanding of the city's urban fabric.
Architecturally, he believes strongly in the importance in designing for the individual as well as, architecture's ability to create innovative spaces that facilitate interaction and gathering. He is also interested in the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, which has the potential to breathe new life into disused spaces while at the same time supporting sustainable design practices. He enjoys travelling and experiencing new places, hiking, reading and sketching.
Bio After graduating from the University of Tasmanian with his Masters of Architecture, Adam looked for a fresh start and moved to Newcastle to pursue an interest in freelance projects. Whilst still in freelancing, he began working part-time at two small boutique...
Bio Following an education focusing on design and technology in his native England, Andy developed a successful career in IT before making the switch to Architecture. Two decades spent delivering large and complex IT projects to organizations throughout the UK,...
W Neil Robertson is a highly skilled leader with over 17 years of extensive design and technical expertise. Joining Stuart Howard Architects in 2007, he quickly rose to the position of Principal in 2017. Neil excels in overseeing large-scale tower projects and smaller multi-family developments, with a focus on collaborative and effective design. Neil has additionally acted as design consultant for the City of Vancouver in the development of rezoning policy and revisions to the zoning and development by-law.
He is recognized for his dedication to projects, and ability to build strong client and team relationships. In addition to his professional work, Neil volunteers as a studio instructor in the RAIC Syllabus program, displaying his commitment to the field.
Bio W Neil Robertson is a highly skilled leader with over 17 years of extensive design and technical expertise. Joining Stuart Howard Architects in 2007, he quickly rose to the position of Principal in 2017. Neil excels in overseeing large-scale tower projects and...
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A former co-op student, Charlotte returned to SHA in 2022 after graduating from the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. She gained professional experience over six co-op terms working on residential, institutional, and industrial projects in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Berlin.
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Dan recently graduated with a Masters in Architecture. He loves to travel and is inspired by other cultures. While in the masters program Dan participated in a study abroad program in Tokyo and had the opportunity to travel to Seoul, and Vietnam. This experience helped foster his love for well designed spaces within high density built environments.
Dan is passionate about the qualitative aspects of architecture. He is very interested in architecture's ability to create experience through providing gathering spaces and a creative utilization of materiality.
Emily worked with us from May to August 2016. Co-Op Term Experience "My main responsibilities as a co-op student was working on drawings, mostly for projects in the design development and contract document stages. I drew up details or plans, built elevations, and...
Kalen worked with us from September to December, 2024. University of Waterloo, Ontario.
Louis worked with us from January to August 2017. Co-Op Term Experience "Most of the work I did at SHA was to assist project leaders with drawings and model making. Due to the large amount of work in the office, I had the opportunity to work on around 30 different...
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After graduating with a master's degree in architecture in his hometown, A Coruña, Spain, Martín began his career as an architect working in Santiago, Chile. There he assisted in the development of large-scale office buildings for the firm Allamand & Gaona Arquitectos.
Martín then obtained his registration as an architect in Spain and founded his own firm. There he developed different small and medium-scale projects in the fields of architecture and landscaping, winning some architectural competitions and awards, and collaborating with several architects.
After a few years of exclusive dedication to his own firm he joined Burgos & Garrido Architects in Madrid helping in the development of different large-scale projects. Recently Martín started a new adventure in Canada joining the team at Stuart Howard Architects.
Natalie worked it us from January to August 2018. Co-Op Term Experience "As a student intern at SHA, I had a range of responsibilities including working on design competitions, tackling façade designs, independently co-ordinating drawing sets for various stages of...
Nathanael worked with us from September to December 2016. Co-Op Term Experience "At SHA my main responsibility was working on drawings and 3d models for various projects. I worked mainly in the design development and construction drawing stages of projects. I used...
Noah worked with us from September to December 2021.
Job Titles:
- Intern Architect
- Member of the AIBC
Owen is a member of the AIBC and RAIC, with a Master's in Architecture and a Bachelor's in Environmental Design from the University of Manitoba.
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Having developed a strong interest in design from a young age, Owen has explored the field from various perspectives. As an apprentice carpenter, he worked in residential, commercial and naval construction along the BC coast. Next, pursuing a bachelors in Environmental Design, following with a fellowship at the University of Manitoba and a technician position at the Centre of Architectural Structures & Technology. After earning his Master's of Architecture and completing a CPCI research grant, he worked as a designer in Architectural firms, focusing on part fabrication and modular assembly headquartered in Winnipeg. Now, returning to the BC coast, Owen has joined Stuart Howard Architects as an Intern Architect, where he applies his expertise in the built and assembled environment to create detailed drawings. His analytical approach to the built world allows him to design with intention, while finding personal meaning in his work living in and exploring Vancouver.
Bio Rob is a long standing employee at Stuart Howard Architects with over 12 years in the studio. His dedication and commitment to the profession and his clients are second to none. Rob has designed wood frame houses in and around Vancouver, in the suburbs, and...
Sam worked with us from January to April 2018. Co-Op Term Experience "Stuart Howard Architects marked a transition period for me as I made the switch from business to design. Between the mad rush to learn Vectorworks and deciphering the language of architecture, my...
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Sarah joined Stuart Howard Architects in 2016. With over 10 years of professional experience, she has worked on a range of projects from high-end single-family homes to commercial renovations. Sarah gained a breadth of experience in California, working for Appleton + Associates in Santa Monica. There she worked on extravagant, traditional style homes in Malibu, Beverly Hills and Bel Air.
She honed her skills with engaging and managing complicated approval processes and coordinating large consultant teams. Upon her return home to Vancouver, Sarah worked at Blue Sky Architecture. There she worked on auteur, west coast modern style homes in remote, natural sites. Sarah utilizes her background in film production, fine arts, and cabinetry to design and manage projects successfully.
Sonja worked with us from September to December 2017 Co-Op Term Experience "My primary responsibility at SHA was producing and revising all manner of architectural drawings, but I was trusted with a wide range of tasks, from...
Job Titles:
- Architect
- Senior Associate
Bio Steve began his architectural internship with SHA in 2004, and has recently returned as a registered architect with 18 years of professional experience; working on a range of mid-to-large scale projects within the lower mainland and BC interior. Steve has...
Tommy worked with us from January to April 2017 Co-Op Term Experience "At SHA my responsibilities evolved with my capabilities within the firm. When I first arrived in Vancouver my responsibilities were essentially just to arrive at work on time and to help with...