Process
Ph5 architecture is a Vancouver-based practice dedicated to designing innovative spaces where people, architecture, and nature coexist harmoniously. We believe in Being Together Better. Our goal is to create environments that enhance lives and communities. We listen intently to our clients, observe meticulously, and think critically to craft architectural solutions that resonate with their communities. We create lasting value and balance economic considerations with environmental and social sustainability. Our holistic approach embraces complexity, creating unified designs that enhance a sense of place. With unwavering optimism and a passion for design excellence, we design spaces that inspire, uplift, and endure.
Building
People
Nature
Comprehensive Approach
We embrace the complexities of site, program, economic and technical requirements. Through analysis and creative thinking, we identify synergies and forge a cohesive design that operates in harmony with the natural, built, and cultural environment and provides mutually beneficial relationships between the building, site, program, and clients’ aspirations.
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Communication
We take the time to engage with clients and project participants to unpack and understand concerns and aspirations. We bring fresh insights to the table based on research and direct observation of places and activities. Guided by this process of listening, observing, and analysis, we craft design solutions that fit the goals of our clients.
Clear written, visual, and verbal communication is a commitment that extends to all project phases and the whole project team whether it be keeping stakeholders informed, coordinating with consultants, communicating with contractors, or producing presentation materials and construction documents.
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Listen
We believe good communication starts with listening.
Observe
We bring fresh insights through direct observation of places & activities
Think
We take the time to understand and unpack concerns and aspirations to ensure we are meeting or exceeding client expectations.
Design Process
ph5 is a full-service architecture firm providing professional services for urban design, architecture and interior projects from pre-design to post construction. We work with clients to tailor the scope of services to fit project requirements. Each project is unique and carefully considered for its social, cultural, and historic impact.
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Set up
for success
Pre-Design:
Site/ Zoning Analysis
Programming
Needs Assessments
Stakeholder consultation
Facility Assessments
Optimizing the
Design Response
Schematic Design:
Concept Design
Space planning
Feasibility Studies
Community Engagement
Preliminary Costing
Creating the
Experience
Design Development:
Design Development
Building systems & materials
Development permit
Presentation drawings & models
Detailing for
Durability
Construction Documents:
Building permits
Construction documents
Project coordination
Specifications
Coordinating a
competitive tender
Bidding & Negotiation:
Bid analysis
Contractor selection
Final Construction Budget
Realizing the
vision
Construction Administration:
Contract Administration
Quality Control
Post-Construction Services
Budget Control
Value
ph5 recognizes architectural projects are a significant investment of time, money and resources. As such, we aim to create the highest possible value for our clients. We use resources wisely to support economic, environmental, and social sustainability.
Environment
Economic
Social
Value