{"id":559,"date":"2021-05-08T19:39:03","date_gmt":"2021-05-08T19:39:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.readyfireaim.ca\/?page_id=559"},"modified":"2025-10-10T17:59:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T17:59:41","slug":"thestudio","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dewson.com\/?page_id=559","title":{"rendered":"The Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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About Us<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 Team<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 Architectural Services<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Toronto\u2019s Sustainable Building Architects <\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Founded in 1996, Dewson Architects is a leading custom sustainable architecture firm in Toronto, seamlessly merging aesthetic sophistication with cutting-edge environmental practices. Renowned for its commitment to environmentally conscious architecture design, the team crafts bespoke buildings that prioritize energy efficiency, Passive House concepts and longevity of a property. With a focus on luxury and functionality, Dewson Architects sets the standard for sustainable living in Toronto\u2019s architectural scene, creating buildings that not only reflect individual tastes but also have enduring quality and lasting value.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Building with an architect can be an exciting opportunity, in particular, when partnering with a sustainable architect committed to reducing our carbon footprint. At Dewson Architects, we work with every client, every step of the way, to ensure we create uniquely tailored solutions.\u00a0<\/p>

We are committed to Creating Sustainable Legacies, collaborating with clients and partners to create beautiful, tailored and sustainable designs.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Sustainability:<\/strong> Focus on environmentally conscious building design.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Beauty: <\/strong>Passionate about designing elegant and beautiful buildings.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bespoke:<\/strong> Simple, refined and tailored solutions unique to each client.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Collaboration:<\/strong> A collaborative team, valuing open-minded dialogue and nurturing long-term relationships.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Leadership:<\/strong> Industry leaders, committed to continually leading and learning.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Our Team<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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William Dewson, Principal Architect (BSAS, M Arch, OAA, MRAIC)<\/h3>

Bill founded Dewson Architects in 1996 to deliver both beautiful and sustainable architecture to his clients and create viable, sustainable legacies. Over the years, he has brought together an unparalleled team to continue providing exceptional service and create elevated, ecologically friendly architectural designs, built with high-performance construction.<\/p> \r\n\r\n

With his background in architecture established at the University of Illinois, Bill continues to build on his Master\u2019s degree focused on structural engineering, building materials and construction methods. Bill has navigated rigorous environmental certification programs, such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and Passive House Design, to achieve an impressive list of award-winning projects.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

He believes in producing architecture that stands the test of time, delivering lasting value to the client, reducing the carbon footprint of each project, and seeking ever-evolving pathways toward net-zero and carbon-neutral buildings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Born in Toronto, Bill has travelled the world to hone his craft before returning home to Toronto to practice architecture in the environment he loves and knows best.<\/p><\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Kyle England, Managing Architect (BES, M Arch, OAA, MRAIC)<\/h3>

Kyle joined Dewson Architects in 2004, after completing his Bachelor of Environmental Studies \u2013 Architecture, and Master of Architecture at the School of Architecture at the University of Waterloo. Throughout his education, his focus was on sustainable architecture along with building science, enclosure design testing, environmental stewardship associations, and salvaged materials reuse solutions and sculptural exploration.\u00a0His graduate thesis examined biomimetic thermal regulation \u2013 applying biological and vernacular environment management solutions to 21st-century building design.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

With more than 20 years of experience and, as the Managing Architect of Dewson Architects, Kyle leads the day-to-day operations, and has helped guide an incredible team to become a leading Toronto architecture firm.\u00a0He has a rigorous attention to detail, harmonizing client desires with technical excellence.\u00a0Kyle has a tenacity for critical thought, helping to steer the firm\u2019s vision and direction, and maintaining its memberships in sustainable design associations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Kyle has driven many highly acclaimed projects for the firm, including the award-winning first LEED Platinum home in the GTA.\u00a0 He is a registered architect with the Ontario Association of Architects and a member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada. Kyle spends his time away from the office reveling in time with family, exploring the natural world, playing sports, and supporting Habitat for Humanity build events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Arkadiusz Zjawin, Lead Architect (B Arch Sci, M Arch, OAA, CPHD)<\/h3>

Arkadiusz joined Dewson Architects in 2013, bringing with him extensive experience in fabrication, project delivery and small building design. He is detail-oriented, fascinated by low-energy use buildings and material reuse in construction. He is a Certified Passive House Designer in addition to being a licensed architect with the Ontario Association of Architects.<\/p>\r\n

His experience spans across Ontario, New Brunswick and Montana, and includes the design, coordination and project administration of numerous urban and rural residential properties, as well as various commercial projects.<\/p>\r\n

Arkadiusz\u2019 education is multi-faced, having studied architecture in Poland, he further expanded his technical knowledge of Canadian construction methodology at Humber College. He later went on to complete his Bachelor of Architectural Science and Master of Architecture degrees at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University). Outside of architecture, he extends his passion for sustainability and preservation of embodied energy to his hobby of restoring motorcycles.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Andrea Mark, Finance Manager (BCom)<\/h3>

Andrea joined Dewson Architects in 2016 and brings her many years of financial management experience to this growth-oriented business. With a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and working with many different developing businesses throughout her career, her strong organizational skills and leading-edge, web-based knowledge has successfully transitioned Dewson Architects\u2019 financial management system to function at its optimal efficiency. <\/p>\r\n

In her spare time, Andrea explores the world with her family, plans various social events and delights in gastronomy!<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Khaliq Azizi, Architect (B Arch Sci, M Arch, LEED AP, OAA)<\/h3>
Khaliq joined Dewson Architects in 2020 after finishing his Master of Architecture from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University). His interest in architecture is in the interplay between sustainability and its influence on spatial design. Khaliq believes sustainability in architecture is not just in the construction of buildings but also in the way people use and interact with the space.\r\n\r\n
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\r\n\r\nKhaliq approaches design from both an architectural and building science approach that focuses on energy-efficient buildings, low-carbon footprint, and building enclosure design. He holds a LEED AP certification for new buildings. At Dewson Architects, Khaliq works on design and coordination on residential, commercial and heritage projects, as well as spearheads material research and organization.\r\n\r\n
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Hovag Kara-Yacoubian, Architect (B Arch Sci, M Arch, OAA, MRAIC) <\/h3>
Hovag joined Dewson Architects in 2022, bringing with him a broad spectrum of experience leading, conceptualizing, and delivering commercial, residential and hospitality projects. He has a deep understanding of the effect of technology on architecture and works to realize the most exciting and functional designs by the best means possible.\r\n\r\n
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Matt Steacy, Architect (BAS, M Arch, OAA)<\/h3>
Matt joined the Dewson team in 2023. Over the past decade, he has worked on a variety of project types, eventually focusing his attention on homes.\r\n\r\n
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Melanie Li, Architect\/Marketing Coordinator (BAS, M Arch, OAA)<\/h3>
Melanie joined Dewson Architects in 2025, bringing extensive experience working on retrofit and adaptive-reuse projects across residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional sectors. She has a strong interest in how sustainable strategies, particularly material reuse and the thoughtful transformation of existing buildings, can shape architecture that is both resilient and timeless.\r\n\r\n
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\r\n\r\nShe finds purpose in connecting with clients and guiding their visions into spaces that are grounded in context and responsive to need, whether individual or community based. Melanie believes that meaningful design today is rooted in intention: reducing waste, working creatively with what already exists, and making responsible material choices. These principles align closely with her experience and make her work at Dewson Architects deeply rewarding.\r\n\r\n
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