Our Studio
Great architecture isn't a luxury, it's a multiplier. It raises value, reduces risk, attracts tenants, and turns a good investment into an exceptional one. But beyond the numbers, the spaces we live and work in have a profound effect on our wellbeing, our relationships, and our daily experience of the world. Light, proportion, material, flow. When these are resolved with care and intention, a building stops being a structure and starts being a place people genuinely love to be in. At Polyform Architecture, we design residential and mixed-use buildings across BC and Alberta that are beautiful, buildable, and built to last. From custom single-family homes and laneway houses to multiplexes, townhomes, and mid-rise developments, we bring design intelligence and development thinking to every project so you get architecture that looks and performs exceptionally. If you're planning a project and want a team that leads from day one, we'd love to hear from you.
Our services
Our services span the full architectural process from early concept development and feasibility studies through to construction documentation and contract administration. We work closely with our clients to bring clarity to complex projects and help guide them through their project from vision to reality.
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Full services provided through the typical phases of a project: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Tender or Bidding, and Contract Administration.
See our PROCESS page for more information.
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We design renovations and tenant improvements that unlock value, improve performance, and elevate how spaces function and feel. From residential remodels to commercial fit-outs, we deliver clear, buildable solutions that respect existing conditions, budgets, and long-term goals.
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We are happy to include interior design in our scope of services as the interplay between the interior experience and the exterior architecture is critical for the success of a project.
We can also recommend talented interior designers whom we have a working relationship with that will meet the projects style and budget.
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Want to understand the full value of your property?
Not exactly sure what you can build?
We can provide services to help you figure that out.
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Designing a building our clients can afford is extremely important to us. We encourage an integrated design approach that involves trade partners, builders and general contractors early in the process. We want to foster a positive relationship throughout the project and ensure that the there are minimal surprises during construction.
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Want to really visualize your project before making a final decision? Polyform works extensively in a 3D digital environment and can produce 3D renderings to help clarify any unknowns. Our goal is to minimize surprises when our clients take occupancy.
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Do you have a renovation project but no existing drawings to start from? Polyform can coordinate and document your project before any new design work begins.
Our Team
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Principal Architect, AIBC AAABen leads the practice and brings almost 20 years of experience in the AEC industry. His design training, technical knowledge and construction experience all play key roles in the way Polyform approaches each project.
Ben loves the human side of architecture. Buildings are for people and are where we spend most of our lives. They need to be thoughtfully designed and well constructed.
Ben is a registered architect in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. He holds a bachelor of Technology in Architectural Science from BCIT and a Master of Architecture from UBC.
Our Values
Our values are the foundation of everything we do. We believe great architecture begins with listening and understanding the people, place, and purpose behind every project. We are committed to design excellence, environmental responsibility, and a collaborative process that empowers our clients and consultants alike. Integrity, curiosity, and clarity guide our work as we strive to create spaces that are not only beautiful and functional, but deeply rooted in their communities.
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We design durable and efficient buildings rooted in Site context, spatial qualities and building science principles.
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We approach every project with a sense of novelty, striving for continual learning from the people we work with. With every project, we are improving our process and practice.
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We keep focus on the overall project goals through all phases. This maintains alignment for the project team as a driver for success.
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As the Coordinating Registered Professional (CRP) on our projects, we lead the consultant team and push the pace of the schedule and deliverables.
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Communication is essential to the success of a project. An architect’s role is to provide effective and direct communication; Drawn, written or spoken.
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Buildings must look good and function well. Buildings are also built by humans. Constructibility is a concept that drives our design and documentation process.
