About These Architects
We are a full-service architectural studio specializing in residential renovations, new builds, and commercial work.
These Architects are…
gina schafrick
gina studied art history before architecture and believes truth is in the lines of the brush stroke.
she was the founding partner of design nine architects, the predecessor to These Architects after completing her degree in fine art studio and architecture at the university of toronto, gina developed her passions in a variety of venues- from furniture companies to architectural practices eventually specialising in residential design. she prides herself in being detailed-oriented, focused and always approachable. she skills herself in bringing the right players to the table to make each project a success.
she is a licensed architect with the ontario association of architects (oaa), a member of the royal architectural institute of canada (mraic) and a member of the toronto society of architects (tsa) and the niagara society of architects (nsoa).
colin grant
colin studied history before architecture and believes truth lies deep in the page.
he teamed up with gina to create These Architects having previously worked in both small and large toronto firms building a varied portfolio of projects that spanned the globe from the middle east to asia. over the years he specialised in retail and hospitality design while eventually branching off into residential design. he’s passionate about making a space sing its’ story and cares deeply in bringing out the very best in a project, encouraging a tight collaborative team effort to deliver a project that exceeds expectations.
he is a licensed architect with the ontario association of architects (oaa) and a member of the royal architectural institute of canada (mraic) and a member of the toronto society of architects (tsa).
channing julien
channing studied music long before architecture and believes beauty lies behind the melody.
he is a graduate of ryerson university with a bachelor of architectural science, specialising in design in 4th year. he is classically trained in the alto saxophone having worked his way through the royal conservatory of music in toronto and spent many a session in a variety of bands and ensembles. channing is a key member of the team, valued for his keen eye to detail, working through all the stages of a project- from design to construction.
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
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On a lushly treed street in midtown Toronto, this project brought a fresh update to an aging home for a young couple with a growing family. Central to their desire was an open communal space that would accommodate their extended family and large social gatherings.
