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We're here to turn your architectural vision into something real. Whether you've got sketches on napkins or detailed plans, we'd love to hear what you're thinking.

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Honestly, the best projects start with a good conversation. Tell us what's on your mind - no question's too small or idea too wild.

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studio@gildravenquintar.info
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425 University Avenue, Suite 1200
Toronto, ON M5G 1T6
Canada

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Weekend: By appointment only

We're usually pretty flexible - if our regular hours don't work for you, just ask. We can often make something happen.

How We Got Here

Every studio has a story - here's ours, told through the moments that shaped who we are.

2008

The Beginning

Marcus Gildraven and Sofia Quintar met during a competition redesign for a heritage building in Old Montreal. They didn't win, but they realized they worked really well together - different approaches, same standards.

Studio founding
2010

Opening the Doors

Started with a small office space, two drafting tables, and way too much coffee. Our first project was a residential renovation in Rosedale - the client took a chance on us, and we made sure it counted.

First office
2014

Finding Our Voice

Completed the Broadview Community Centre - it was our first really public project. That's when we figured out what we actually stood for: buildings that work for people, not the other way around.

Community project
2018

Going Green (For Real)

Launched our sustainable building division. Not as a marketing thing - we genuinely started caring more about what happens after the ribbon cutting. Now every project gets evaluated for long-term environmental impact.

Sustainable architecture
2023

Today

We've grown to a team of 18, moved to University Avenue, and worked on over 200 projects. Still feel like we're figuring things out - but that's probably a good thing. Keeps us humble and hungry.

Current team

Meet the Founders

The two people who started this whole thing - and still show up every day.

Marcus Gildraven

Marcus Gildraven

Co-Founder & Principal Architect

Marcus came from a construction family - his dad was a contractor, so he grew up understanding how buildings actually get built. That practical streak shows up in everything he designs. He's obsessed with details that most people never notice but everyone experiences.

"I think about the person who's gonna live or work in a space for 20 years. What'll make their day a little better? That's the stuff that matters."

Sofia Quintar

Sofia Quintar

Co-Founder & Design Director

Sofia's the conceptual one - she sees possibilities where others see constraints. Studied urban planning before switching to architecture, which gave her this bigger-picture view of how buildings fit into neighborhoods and cities. She pushes every project to be more than just functional.

"Buildings shape communities. If we're gonna do this, let's make sure we're adding something good to the world."

What We Actually Believe

People First

Buildings exist for the humans using them. Sounds obvious, but you'd be surprised how often that gets forgotten. We don't do ego projects.

Context Matters

Every site has a story - the neighborhood, the history, the people around it. Our job is to respect that while adding something new and worthwhile.

Built to Last

We design for the long haul - environmentally, structurally, aesthetically. Trends come and go. Good architecture sticks around.

Ready to Start Something?

Whether you've got blueprints or just a rough idea, we'd love to talk. No pressure, no sales pitch - just a conversation about what's possible.

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