Robert Pashuk Architecture

We are very proud to announce that Jeffrey Riedl has become a Registered Architect  in Alberta! Congratulations!

Take a look at  some awesome  images of  Whistler Residence project that was completed by July 2011.

The project was a renovations to an existing timber frame house. The home had gone through many unfortunate additions and renovations.  It was determined that the original structure and its inherent beauty were worth saving.

Working with wood was a natural choice to compliment the exceptional views. Expansive valley views to the north  are juxtaposed with close up rain forest views through the two storey wood framed ‘lantern’ to the south.

We would like to thank everyone who attended our Christmas party on Thursday November 24. It was of great pleasure to see that there was plenty of food and drinks for everyone and a much higher turnout than expected. We are grateful to all of you who stopped by and participated in some holiday cheer.

Thanks again and we look forward to the next year!

The awards presentation and party for the Western Living Designer of the Year Party was held last night at the Art Gallery of Calgary.  Battersby-Howat from Vancouver won architect of the year.  Congratulations.   The party was a great opportunity to meet the other shortlisted designers including architects, interior designers, furniture , jewellery and landscape designers.

I would also recommend checking out the current exhibit at the gallery titled “Calgary Collects”.  It is a great collection of contemporary pieces which are held in private collections in Calgary.

We are very excited that the Big Star Bake House will be opening on Saturday October 01. (so our sources tell us).  The new location, and first in Calgary, is at 1510 – 6th Street SW, just behind Fiori Restaurant on 17th Avenue SW. The design reflects the aspirations of the Owner, to provide a contemporary, warm and inviting backdrop to his innovative gluten-free baking.

We have heard there will be a line-up tomorrow….watch for pictures!

Many aspects of traditional rural architecture are based on an instinctual or direct response to the local environment and we were proud to carry the tradition into the design of this project. That being said, with the family fully alongside for the journey, we did not want to create a home that mimicked the past but rather one that was based on tested ideas which looked forward and outward as well.

When working in a rural setting there is so much to consider in regards to environmental influences; how a house is lived in and how the setting allows great freedoms. The freedom to orient the house without the restrictions of urban lots helped to define this project. Windows were placed where they made sense for light, views, and ventilation.

Many of the sustainable aspects of the home were included because they made sense for the location and siting. As an example, the house is entirely ICF, a decision made because of constant winds in the area and the desire for a strong, solid home. The use of the insulated concrete walls had a strong impact on the form of the house and the slope of the roof. A gentle sloping roof permeates into the interior, allowing the rooms on the second floor to open up to the view and sun to the south. Heavy eaves, were placed where appropriate to protect the house from rain and summer sun. The orientation of the home turns it back on the prevailing winds and protects the outdoor spaces to the south and east. In a traditional sense, the environmental elements formed the home but they were realized in a non-traditional way.

Now that the home is completed and there is just the landscaping to be finished, it is a joy to experience living in this home through the eyes of the family members. They have embraced it. The project was truly developed through a strong vision by both family members and our team.

We are very excited to announce that Robert Pashuk Architecture has been shortlisted for Western Living’s Magazine’s 2011 Designer of the Year.  We are very proud to be included in an exceptionally talented shortlist.

More information on this honor can be found at:

http://www.westernlivingmagazine.com/CE/doty2011_judges.html

We thank all our clients for their continued support.

Now that the snow at Whistler has finally melted, the final finishes are now being installed. The quality of light that is now streaming into the dining room and kitchen creates a warm and inviting space. We can not wait until the protective film is removed from the windows to expose the amazing rain forest which surrounds the property.

Robert Pashuk Architecture is a growing architectural studio based in Calgary.  We are a small firm which specializes in detail oriented residential, commercial, and interior work.  We have an immediate need to fill the following positions:

Intermediate Interior Designer

Must be proficient in Autocad/Autocad LT, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop,Indesign and Sketch-up.

Will be required to complete a variety of tasks associated with many aspects of each project as well as with the efficient operation of the firm’s Interiors department.  Excellent communication skills required.

Graduate of an accredited post-secondary Interior Design Program.

5-7 years of post-graduate office experience.

Well organized and self-directed.

Summer Student Intern

Must be proficient in Autocad/Autocad LT and Sketch-up

Will be required to complete a variety of tasks including filing, promotional, and some design.

Student of an accredited architectural program.

We are a young firm with a positive work environment. We work hard but we also have fun. If you feel you possess the qualifications please forward your resume/portfolio to:

Robert Pashuk Architecture Inc.

Attn:  Robert Pashuk

202A 1134 – 8^th Avenue SW

Calgary, Alberta.

T2P 1J5

e: robert@rparch.ca

No phone calls please.

Take a look at some these teaser images of  projects in for construction this summer.  Check back for more info.

-JDR