Business Details
Your Trusted Calgary Architecture & Design Partner
Shugarman Architecture-Design is committed to delivering exceptional design solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs. With expertise in architecture, interior design, urban design, and architectural rendering, we combine disciplines to create bespoke environments that reflect our clients' visions. Our team approaches every project with meticulous attention to detail and unwavering professionalism, ensuring quality outcomes across residential, commercial, and masterplanning projects.Founded on principles of innovation and client-centric service, we prioritize understanding local contexts and community needs, as demonstrated through our work on projects like the ICE District in Edmonton and the Belvedere Masterplan for the Yellowhead Tribal Council. Our dedication to excellence is evidenced by long-standing client relationships and recognition from industry peers, including collaborations with major hospitality brands and municipal governments.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Masterplanning
Urban Design
Architectural Rendering
Owner's Representation
Commercial Design
Residential Design
Hospitality Design
First Nations Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in architecture and urban design
- Our team holds professional certifications from the Alberta Association of Architects
- We provide integrated services spanning architecture, interior design, and masterplanning
- Our portfolio includes award-winning projects like the ICE District in Edmonton
- We maintain direct principal involvement on all client projects
What people say
High degree of care
Demonstrated ongoing interest
Excite our community
Prior experience valuable
Responsive team
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services create functional, aesthetically compelling spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in commercial, residential, and institutional projects, applying rigorous design standards while maintaining sensitivity to environmental and community contexts. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver buildings that exceed expectations.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that balance beauty with functionality across hospitality, residential, and commercial sectors. Our designs optimize spatial layouts while incorporating material selections and lighting strategies that enhance user experience. Each project receives customized solutions that reflect brand identity or personal style preferences.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services create cohesive development frameworks for communities and large sites. We integrate land use, transportation, and sustainability considerations to produce visionary yet implementable plans. Recent projects demonstrate our ability to balance growth with cultural preservation, particularly in First Nations community planning contexts.
Owner's Representation
We advocate for clients throughout the development process, ensuring projects meet quality standards and budget requirements. Our services include contractor selection, construction monitoring, and coordination of design consultants. This role leverages our technical expertise to protect client interests while maintaining project timelines.
Architectural Rendering
Our visualization services transform concepts into photorealistic images that communicate design intent effectively. Using advanced software, we create detailed renderings for marketing materials and client presentations. These visualizations help stakeholders understand spatial relationships and material choices before construction begins.
People
Michael Shugarman
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 15+ years of experience leading complex projects including the ICE District in Edmonton. Specializes in integrating community needs with innovative design solutions while maintaining technical excellence.
Crystal Koopman
Senior Interior Designer
Award-winning interior designer with expertise in hospitality and residential projects. Focuses on creating functional spaces that reflect client brand identities through thoughtful material selection and spatial planning strategies.
Sean Lee
Senior Architect
Registered architect specializing in commercial developments with extensive experience in large-scale mixed-use projects. Brings technical precision to complex building systems while maintaining design integrity across multi-disciplinary teams.
Melanie Brant
Senior Interior Designer
Interior design professional with a focus on high-end residential and hospitality environments. Expertise in creating cohesive design narratives that enhance user experience through lighting, materiality, and spatial organization.
Michael Ferster
Architecture Visualization
Specialist in architectural visualization and digital rendering techniques. Translates design concepts into compelling visual representations using advanced 3D modeling software to support client communication and marketing efforts.
Questions
What services does Shugarman Architecture + Design offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, masterplanning, urban design, and architectural rendering services for residential, commercial, and community projects.
Do you specialize in specific building types?
Our expertise spans hospitality, residential, commercial, and First Nations projects with a focus on context-sensitive design solutions.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We maintain direct principal involvement throughout each project, ensuring personalized service and tailored design outcomes that meet client objectives.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Calgary, we work on projects across Western Canada including Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.
Can you handle complex multi-disciplinary projects?
Yes, our team integrates architecture, interior design, and masterplanning expertise to deliver comprehensive solutions for complex developments.
