
Jonathan is a second-generation registered architect who completed his Bachelor of Architecture degree at Carleton University in Ottawa in 1992. He grew up in Edmonton and returned to his hometown in 1999 after completing his degree and working in Ottawa as an Intern Architect. Since then, he has designed and managed a wide variety of projects in Edmonton and throughout Alberta. He believes strongly in an inclusive and collaborative design process where the best results are gained through a sharing of ideas by all stakeholders.
He is committed and passionate about making a difference in reducing homelessness in Edmonton. He believes that housing is a fundamental human right and that everyone is entitled to a safe, affordable and appropriate place to call home. Jonathan is active in his community, having volunteered as a board member for many years with his local community league and with other non-profit organizations, such as Operation Friendship Seniors Society and Homeward Trust Edmonton. He has also been involved with the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s National Task Force on Age Friendly Housing and worked with the University of Alberta’s Department of Human Ecology on a study titled “Material Environments of People with Dementia”.
He remains active and fully engaged with design teams and clients on various projects as Consultant Partner.
What’s your favorite DIALOG project? Why?
One of my favourite projects was Sakaw Terrace which is a seniors independent living project we completed for GEF Seniors Housing in 2018. I enjoy collaborating and this project really had it all. From community engagement to working closely with the client, subconsultants and the construction team, the design really was a result of everyone’s input, and I felt especially proud once it was completed. The project was completed using an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) contract which was key in building a cooperative and invested team.
Where do you find inspiration?
Inspiration for me comes from many different places. One of those places is woodworking and furniture construction. I enjoy spending time in my garage getting into the details of connections, joints, and hardware.
What’s your happy place?
I have a few happy places and they tend to be in the Rocky Mountains with friends and family. I mostly enjoy the peace and solitude of backcountry skiing. My dream project would be a backcountry ski lodge.
Bachelor of Architecture
Carleton University