With multi-unit residential projects, we understand the importance of balancing aesthetic appeal and community enhancement with budgetary and timeline considerations. Through our innovative design process, we optimize the use of space, functionality, and cost, while delivering sustainable spaces where people love to live.
Brockville, ON
Kanata North
Carp, ON
Stittsville, ON
Wedgewood Retirement Residence, located in downtown Brockville, Ontario, offers stunning views of the St. Lawrence River. This eight-level concrete frame building is thoughtfully designed with unique window orientations to maximize the river view, while the building form responds to the adjacent buildings and streetscape.
The facility includes 109 independent living units for seniors, along with a specialized care floor for those needing additional support. The residence provides a rich variety of amenities to enhance the lives of its residents, focusing on their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. These include a range of spaces for socialization, relaxation, and recreation. The ground floor features commercial spaces, while the lower level offers dedicated activity areas.
A standout feature of the residence is the Aquala Day Spa, offering a full range of wellness and beauty services. Inspired by the client’s daughter, Nerisa—meaning "daughter of the sea"—the spa incorporates design elements reflecting the flowing waves of the sea. The Wedgewood Retirement Residence combines sophisticated design with a focus on wellness and community, creating an inviting and enriching environment for its residents
Nestled in Kanata North, the Marshes Village is a serene community where nature and design exist in perfect harmony.
Designed for an adult lifestyle, this tranquil retreat sits beside the Marshes Golf Club, offering a seamless blend of comfort and natural beauty. Built in 2006 by the Kanata Research Park Corporation, the two-phase development consists of 104 townhomes. Winding streets preserve the beauty of the surroundings, including existing trees, rock outcroppings, and tranquil marshes. Each home is thoughtfully crafted with natural materials, with unique floor plans that reflect a connection to the environment.
The Carp Commons project in Carp, Ontario, brought 125 senior living units to the heart of the village. Located on the former Anglican rectory site, the development includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, along with 20 assisted care units (10 barrier-free). With amenities including a pool, restaurant, and chapel, as well as easy access to local cafés and shops, the building integrates well into the community. The design features multiple entrances, activating the surrounding area.
The Carp Commons was a widely anticipated project in Carp, bringing 125 new seniors living units right to the heart of the village of Carp. On the site of the old Anglican rectory, the new residential units have brought a renewed vitality to the community while the village setting has provided the perfect home for this retirement community. The Commons integrates a mix of studio, one and two-bedroom units, providing homes for a diversity of needs and lifestyles. The building also provides 20 assisted care units, ten of which are barrier-free. The Commons includes a number of amenities such as a pool, a restaurant, and a chapel. The unique shape of the site allowed the design team to create front doors on multiple faces, activating the surrounding of the building, and providing easy access to the village café and shops.
From the very beginning, VWA was sensitive to the village setting of Carp, wanting to ensure that the Commons would contribute to the vitality of the community without disrupting the village atmosphere. The design team took advantage of the sloped site, to minimize the height of the seven-storey building on the village side. By doing this, the building appears to be the same height as the Carp Farmers Market’s iconic octagonal barn, paying homage to the town’s agricultural heritage. To address concerns about traffic disruptions and enhance the small-town feel, parking is provided in an underground garage. The materials of the Commons are inspired by local heritage buildings, such as red brick, to allow the building to blend naturally with its surroundings.
The Stittsville Station, located along the historic Trans-Canada Trail, reimagines a small-town train station while integrating with Stittsville's vibrant main street. This mixed-use project features 27 housing units and a traditional storefront, blending into the charm of the village while honoring its railway heritage.
As Stittsville evolves with Ottawa’s suburban growth, the project aims to revitalize the main street by respecting and amplifying the village's history. Situated along the former Ottawa-Carleton railway, which played a key role in the town's economy until the 1990s, the Station evokes the golden age of train travel with architectural forms reminiscent of historic train stations. This design reintroduces Stittsville's railway legacy while contributing to the town's lively character.
The Station's design enhances the village atmosphere by adding mixed-use density at a culturally significant intersection. The two-story commercial space, including a cafe with outdoor patios, activates the main street, while the residential units overlook the Ottawa-Carleton Trailway, offering residents a connection to nature. A clock tower and red-brick facade further evoke the town’s history, making the Station a seamless addition to Stittsville’s main street.
Our team is committed to crafting innovative and functional designs that enhance your living, working, or community spaces. We understand that every project is unique, and we pledge to bring creativity, attention to detail, and a keen understanding of your needs to every aspect of our work.
