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People + Planet + Prosperity = Sustainable

First, Sustainable joined with Collaborative Architecture - and now we have joined with Passive House 43 Architecture Ltd. - another local architecture firm with deep roots in both collaboration and sustainability, with an unwavering commitment to providing Passive House projects.

This latest union deepens Sustainable’s proven abilities to deliver beautiful, comfortable, energy efficient, and carbon neutral projects.

Reach out to ask us how we can best help you.

What Makes Sustainable Unique

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People

We design with people at the heart. From community engagement to occupant well-being, every decision we make prioritizes comfort, inclusion, and human connection. Because sustainable spaces should nurture both life and livelihood.

Planet

Our planet is our most important client. Through energy-efficient designs, renewable materials, and low-impact construction, we aim to minimize our footprint and restore balance to the ecosystems we build within.

Prosperity

We believe that sustainability and prosperity go hand in hand. Our approach ensures that economic growth, environmental responsibility, and social equity work together — creating long-term value for our clients, communities, and the future.

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Tell us a bit a about Who You Are and how we might be able to help you

Meet Our Team

Craig

Designation

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Daniel Hall

Principal Architect, Director of Design OAA, MRAIC, LEED AP

As a licensed Carpenter and Architect, Daniel brings a unique perspective from his 15 years hands-on experience building prior to 19 years and counting in architecture.
He has a deep rapport with builders and is adept at drawing on the knowledge and skills of the tradespeople that will be building your new premises.
Like all of the team at Sustainable | Architecture for a Healthy Planet, Daniel is passionate about green design. He will advise you on the best approaches, materials, and decisions to ensure that your finished spaces are healthy and welcoming, keeping in mind the impact on budget and schedule..… Read More

Paul Dowsett

Principal Architect, Director of Sustainability OAA, FRAIC, LEED AP

Paul Dowsett is a leading thinker and advocate in the space of sustainability and architecture. Paul has been central to the introduction of sustainable architecture tothe mainstream, while practicing deep community engagement with equity-deserving groups of all backgrounds and abilities. At the core of Paul’s philosophy and practice is the belief that design and construction solutions should be simple, sensitive, and sustainable. With more than four decades of local and international residential, institutional, and commercial sustainable design and project leadership experience, Paul is uniquely qualified to work with a highly collaborative design team for projects of diverse scales, types, and complexities.… Read More

Liz Laing

Intermediate Designer

Liz holds a Bachelor of Architectural Science from the University of Waterloo, and brings nearly a decade of experience in building-science based passive, sustainable and green building design. Liz’s past professional focus has been in custom single and multi-unit residential – including new construction, major renovations, additions and deep energy retrofits, as well as adaptive re-use and small-scale commercial projects throughout Southern Ontario. Liz is passionate about creating simple, healthy and beautiful designs which are climate-appropriate, inclusive, energy efficient, cost-conscious, materially thoughtful, and site sensitive. Liz is also deeply interested in the social and environmental opportunities and benefits of integrating regenerative and permaculture design principles.… Read More

Dan Malka

Architect & Senior Designer

Dan began working with Sustainable in 2022, bringing experience in institutional, multi-unit residential, and transit-related design. Working with diverse stakeholder groups Your hidden content here.… Read More

Dakota Park

Marketing

Dakota Park is a versatile graphic designer with a deep-rooted passion for sustainable architecture. He specializes in brand identity, art direction, photography, and digital marketing. Graduating from OCAD University in 2013 equipped Dakota with a robust understanding of visual communication and design principles. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to sustainability, Dakota continues to elevate brands through compelling visual storytelling and environmentally conscious design solutions.… Read More

Chris

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Looking to play a key role in a cooperative team that shares your values and supports your growth? Look no further – Sustainable is looking for you! 

Be a part of our Green Dream Team

We value diversity in our workplace.

Looking to play a key role in a cooperative team that shares your values and supports your growth? Look no further – Sustainable is looking for you!  At Sustainable, we believe that diversity supports great design. We welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, and abilities who want to help find solutions to climate change through making great green buildings.

For more information, email us at [email protected]