Collingwood Residence on Bowen Island’s West Coast / Frits de Vries Architects
Situated on Bowen Island’s West Coast, the Collingwood Residence by Frits de Vries Architects is located on a private 10-acre lot surrounded by forest.
Frits de Vries Architects
Established in 1985, Frits de Vries Architects + Associates Ltd. (FdVA) is an award-winning, Vancouver-based Architectural firm with a focus on custom residential homes. We work with private individuals and developers to create unique designs that are client and site specific. Our homes are highly tailored to the unique requirements of each client, and the designs are a direct reflection of not only their needs, but their personality. We act as consultants and advocates for our clients from concept design through to construction services. As designers of the first LEED Platinum Home in Western Canada we strive for environmentally conscious designs that are as sustainable as they are elegant.
On a larger scope, our work includes experience in municipal projects, complex additions, remediation work, retail design, interior design, and sustainable architecture. FdVA brings a successful track record in delivering superior quality projects on time, and on budget.
We are a mid-size firm of registered Architects, experienced designers and technicians, with each project receiving personal attention from Frits himself. Our humble size, flexible structure, and diverse skill-set allows us to dedicate a well-balanced team to each project. We strive to engage in a collaborative process with every client, resulting in design solutions, and smooth project delivery.
LOCATION:Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Boundary Bay Residence / Frits de Vries Architects
Situated on the tidal flats of Centennial Beach, the Boundary Bay Residence was originally conceived and realized by locally renowned Architect Daniel Evan White in 1990. A master of balance and the interplay between shape and form
Mackenzie Heights House by Frits de Vries Architects
Situated on the West side of Vancouver, on a 50’ wide lot, this family home was formed to fit quietly within an established mixed neighborhood. Sitting on a gently sloping site with oblique downtown and mountain views, the Mackenzie Heights House …
West 8th House is a Smart, Sustainable Home in Vancouver, Canada
The West 8th Avenue Residence is set on a modestly-sized lot in the heart of Point Grey. FdVA designed this home as a response to our clients careers in theatre, and their interest in combining Japanese principles of art with Western Architecture.
Vancouver House with Ample Garden and Courtyard Spaces
Located directly adjacent to Pacific Spirit Park, the FdVA design team identified the forest setting of the neighbourhood as the driving design element. The Vancouver house is conceived as a pavilion in a park: a loose arrangement of simple, bold elements that float in a park-like atmosphere.
Tsawwassen Beach House by Frits de Vries Architects
Tsawwassen Beach House is a residential project completed by Frits de Vries Architects. Located on the beachfront in Tsawwassen, British Columbia, this compact home blurs the boundary between contemporary interior and the natural beachfront. Situated on a narrow 35’ wide lot, fronting Centennial Beach, FdVA designed the efficient and open plan with a focus on ocean