Acton Ostry Architects

Work

Acton Ostry Architects provides the in-depth research, thorough analysis, innovative design, comprehensive construction documents and rigorous cost controls required to achieve fiscally responsible and sustainable buildings. Our experience encompasses a wide range of architectural design, interiors, master planning, site rezoning, feasibility studies and functional programming services.

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Current

Our work in progress includes a variety of academic, community and mixed-use residential projects in various phases of development spanning from initial design through to construction.
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Education

Our education sector work encompasses a wide range of pre-school, elementary, high school and post-secondary projects. Optimizing opportunities for informal student collaboration and structured student-teacher interactions is achieved through the design of carefully considered flexible learning spaces, integration of state-of-the-art technologies and provision of interactive spaces that promote learner-based modes of inquiry and moments for meaningful social connection.
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Community

AOA is recognized for our sensitive design of creative and meaningful community buildings that meet the values and needs of the people and neighbourhoods they serve. Through consultation, communication and collaboration we gain insight into how projects that are intended to serve the unique needs of particular communities may best be realized—no matter if initiatives are community-based or developer-driven.
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Residential

AOA is actively engaged in the design of mixed-use residential developments, public spaces and community amenities that connect people and give shape, form and character to neighbourhoods and the urban fabric of cities. We carefully consider economic issues, environmental value and social sustainability in all aspects of our designs.
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Worship

We design places of worship that provide consecrated, social and learning spaces thoughtfully tailored to accommodate the unique needs of faith-based groups. We work closely with congregations to create inspirational places where worshipers connect and express their faith in spiritual, sacred spaces that promote transcendental thought, practice and action.
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Sustainability

Sustainable systems-based thinking and cross-sector collaboration have long been cornerstones of our practice. We demonstrate environmental and societal stewardship through integration of straightforward, sustainable design strategies that achieve a balance of capital costs, reduced energy consumption, healthy indoor environments and low environmental impact.
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Mass Timber

AOA is at the forefront of mass timber design with a keen focus on the development of innovative and economical construction approaches. Timber buildings exhibit exemplary performance when the inherent characteristics of wood are appropriately considered for structural form, integration of building systems and constructibility. Evolving technological developments are leading to new design responses for tall timber buildings.
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First Nations

Our First Nations projects express the unique cultures of the Indigenous peoples and communities served, reflecting sacred relationships with the land and values of respect, collaboration and authenticity. We listen carefully, drawing on knowledge of particular peoples, places and communities. We collaborate and create contemporary designs that express cultural elements in a genuine and meaningful way.