Architrix is a residential design company that is focused on creating exceptional homes. We work closely with our clients to develop and design customized plans for new homes, renovations, laneway homes, coach homes and infills.

We are passionate about creating homes that respond to the needs of our clients and recognize the importance of their environment.

Our services are perfectly suited for anyone looking to create a place to call home. Our mission is to provide our clients with a home that they will love.

Cambie District, Vancouver, BC

Builder: Natural Balance Home Builders

This customized home effectively maximizes the build-able area on this standard sized Vancouver lot. The corner lot presents the challenge of designing two prominent building facades while maintaining a controlled budget. The massing of the house with it’s offset roof pitches is a tribute to the highly popular massing developed in the early 50′s through to the 80′s as seen with the proliferation of the ‘Vancouver Special’.

The Vancouver Special form was developed and gained mass appeal due to its low cost of construction and its structural ability to create wide open spaces beneath. Read more about this project

Architrix is looking for talent

February 2, 2012

Architrix Design Studio is a house design company that is focused on creating exceptional homes.

We are currently seeking a talented Design Technologist, passionate about residential architecture and looking to establish a career in this industry to join our team.

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You and your front door

January 9, 2012

During a recent trip to Europe, in particular Barcelona and Florence, I noticed two very distinct uses for entry doors that I felt set the artistic tone for each of these very distinct cities. continue

Energy & Money Smarts for Renovations

January 7, 2012

Has the time come to replace that aging dinosaur of a hot water tank or that inefficient noisy gas furnace? Or even better yet, considering a complete or partial renovation of  your house? If the answer is yes and you’re looking for financing options, we just came across one from VanCity Bank that has been available since late 2010. continue