PYE & RICHARDS ARCHITECTS INC.

Pye & Richards Architects Inc., established in 1977, provides a comprehensive range of architectural services including pre-design programming, space planning, project feasibility studies, building design, project management, interior design, fit-up and technical audits. Clients include Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments, public and private institutions, and a broad cross-section of the private residential, commercial, industrial, and high technology sectors.

Located in its own offices at 824 Meath Street, Ottawa, the Firm is committed to a practical and accountable approach to professional service delivery, business management, and project delivery partnering. The Firm’s corporate philosophy is one exemplified by a diverse and satisfied client base, environmental concern, and a cost conscious approach to practical design solutions. Since its founding, the Firm has been the recipient of a number of design awards.

Design and technical expertise, project Team Management, Quality Assurance control procedures and sound business management are brought to each and every project.

The Firm’s strengths lay in its experienced and dedicated personnel, and state-of-the-art computer resources. The Firm’s professional services philosophy is a commitment to excellence in problem solving and project delivery. To achieve this commitment, it is necessary to establish a clear understanding of the clients’ spatial and technical requirements, scheduling and budget, at the very outset. This understanding, together with thoroughly coordinated computer generated design and contract documents, assures the client of no negative surprises during the delivery process. It also assures a clear path through the municipal planning and building code approvals process.

Key factors that contribute to the Firm arriving at cost effective design solutions to its clients’ needs include functional planning, aesthetically appropriate form and detail, maintenance and environmentally friendly materials, energy efficient mechanical and electrical systems, state-of-the-art voice, data, video, communication and security technology, and adherence to schedule.

To enable each project to proceed rapidly to a successful conclusion, a principal is assigned together with experienced professional and technical support staff, accountable and dedicated throughout the duration of the project. Specialist consultants are appointed as required.

The Firm’s communication philosophy is simple - it listens carefully and responds promptly and constructively.