Architects in Thurso, QC

“A young, dynamic and creative team who are all about the client's needs, with some of the smallest egos to be found in the field. In-house passive house certification means they have the rare ability to design houses that are high-performing in terms of energy-efficiency while fully integrating good aesthetic design. Excellent communicators who bring together the right people to see a project through. We've been very happy with them.”

“Diane did an amazing job transforming our house into the perfect home! When we sold our house this past spring everyone kept commenting on the amazing design! Diane also did an amazing job managing the project - so much that I kept saying "doing a reno is easy"! I realize it was easy as Diane was carrying all my stress. She managed the timelines and the budget brilliantly! And of course - she was very easy and professional. I was always confident with her advice - I knew it was well researched and thought through! I also knew that the contracts she provided and the payments she approved were done correctly - and I didn't have to worry about issues with contractors. My husband and I would highly recommend her! Jennifer”

“My wife and I interviewed several architects. What we found interesting about John was his unique approach. We knew we would get his full attention and that was exactly what he delivered. Building an infill is tricky. Maximizing natural light and interesting sight lines was a challenge that John was up for. In the end our home is something that we were thrilled with. With time the small but important design details constantly remind us of how special and talented John is. John Donkin has a unique portfolio and provides individual and focused attention to each project.”

“This company I would recommend to anyone, great work and the greatest people to work with, they listen to your needs, and then exceed them, all at a very affordable price, try them”

“Houry is a gifted Architectural Designer with all the qualities you'd look for in a talented, modern, and creative architect. Her design is clean, with elements of nature seamlessly merging the styles for both beauty, and function.”

“We contracted with Open Concept Home Design in 2012 to design and build a major addition to our modest 1400 sf bungalow. We met with five other design build companies in the area but were most impressed with OCHD. The design process was handled by Niels, the owner, and it was a fun collaborative process that resulted in a floor plan that met all of our wish list with a beautiful exterior that seemlessly integrated the existing structure. Our home was transformed from a cramped little house to a gracious living space with room to entertain large crowds, closets everywhere (!), a beautiful master bedroom and ensuite and a huge kitchen and adjacent dining area. The end result was everything we wanted and more, on time and on budget (they are known for tight cost control). The building process was extremely well executed with constant oversight by OCHD to ensure that no detail was overlooked. OCHD took care of everything, we only had to make the fun decisions like choosing finishes or paint colours, but even there we were given lots of suggestions when we couldn't decide or were suffering from "decision exhaustion". Yet if we wanted to make changes along the way, those were easily accommodated. If you are a homeowner contemplating a renovation or new build, you would do well to at least meet with OCHD for a free consult. Reasonable construction costs, excellent design sense, a great client-builder relationship, and most importantly a beautiful final product - your new home! I can honestly say that working with OCHD was a pleasure and one of the best things to happen to our family. June 29, 2013”

“Fresh and inviting, embracing the idea that you should live the same way you vacation. The inspired design is well thought out and captures light beautifully. Rustic wide plank flooring paired with clean and crisp tongue & groove on ceiling & walls in a high gloss white offer a timeless appeal. With a nod toward Cape Cod design the home takes full advantage of the tranquil waterfront views, truly exceptional design, showcasing the natural setting.”

“Rick Shean pulled of pure magic taking our 100 year old tiny farm house into a modern inner city home. His use of light, clean lines and the ability to make any space look much bigger than it is while maintaining a relaxed vibe is very impressive. We had a wonderful experience working with Rick and could not be happier with our new home.”

“We worked with Ana to provide us with design ideas for our recently build home. She did an excellent job of understanding our individual tastes and the overall "feel" of the home and bringing those together to produce a fantastic theme board for every room in the house. Her recommendations are beautiful, appropriate and will perfectly complete our new home. We're excited to start executing on her plan! Ana was extremely professional with her interactions with us. She was on time and on budget. She was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the structural and interior design aspects required for this project. I would happily work with Ana again and recommend her to others.”

“We embarked on a complete house rebuild due to a house fire. This was an enormous project that required oversight of 100% of the rebuild from start to finish. Without the guidance and expertise of Jason Grant-Henley we would have been completely overwhelmed. Jason was patient with us, and developed the proper permits for the city in a timely manner. Jason is the most creative and "in touch with nature" person we know. Our home is a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired design. Jason created a therapeutic home to come home to every day. The quality of his work takes your breath away! Everyone that sees this landmark Manotick home agrees. We are forever grateful to have met Jason, and extremely happy that we forged a relationship with this brilliant man.”