Business Details
Strategic Design-Build Solutions for Modern Workplaces
Founded on the principle that exceptional workplaces begin with strategic insight, Aura Office has established itself as a leader in the design-build industry. Our approach integrates three core phasesstrategy, design, and constructionto create spaces that align with organizational goals, enhance employee well-being, and reflect brand identity. With over 50 employees and decades of combined experience, we specialize in crafting data-driven, purpose-built environments tailored to the unique needs of each client.Our family-run business prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and community impact, ensuring every project delivers lasting value. From initial consultation to final execution, we maintain transparency and precision, transforming workplace challenges into opportunities for growth and connection.
Services
Workplace Strategy
Interior Design
Construction Management
Space Planning
Pivvot Analytics
Highlights and features
- We implement a data-driven strategy phase to align spaces with organizational goals.
- Our integrated design-build process reduces project risks and delays.
- Family-run business with deep local market knowledge in Metro Vancouver.
- Focus on employee well-being through purposeful, adaptable workplace design.
- Award-winning team with over 50 combined years of industry experience.
Services
Workplace Strategy
Our workplace strategy phase aligns business goals with physical space requirements. Using data analytics and stakeholder consultations, we identify operational needs, team dynamics, and future growth projections. This foundation ensures every design decision enhances productivity, supports company culture, and maximizes return on investment.
Interior Design
Interior design services transform strategic insights into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments. Our team integrates brand identity, ergonomic principles, and spatial efficiency to create workplaces that foster collaboration and reflect organizational values while meeting technical and budgetary requirements.
Construction Management
Our construction management ensures seamless project execution from start to finish. By applying lean construction principles, we maintain strict budget control, minimize delays, and guarantee quality through continuous collaboration between designers, project managers, and on-site teams.
Pivvot Analytics
Pivvot analytics provides occupancy monitoring and workstyle analysis to inform strategic decisions. This technology tracks space utilization patterns, identifies productivity drivers, and quantifies workplace performance metrics to optimize future space planning and resource allocation.
Space Planning
Space planning services optimize square footage for maximum functionality and flexibility. We analyze workflow patterns, team interactions, and equipment needs to create layouts that balance open collaboration areas with focused work zones while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.
People
Robin Rosebrugh
Director of Workplace Strategy & Research
Robin leads Aura Office's strategic research initiatives, combining organizational psychology with spatial analysis to create data-driven workplace solutions that enhance employee engagement and business performance.
Matt Grindley
Director of Project Delivery
With over 20 years of construction management experience, Matt oversees project execution, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and client satisfaction through Aura Office's integrated delivery model.
Chris Palting
Technical Lead/Senior Interior Designer
Chris bridges strategic insights with innovative design solutions, specializing in creating functional, brand-aligned interiors that balance aesthetic appeal with operational efficiency for high-growth organizations.
Questions
What makes Aura's design-build process unique?
Our integrated strategy-design-build approach eliminates traditional handoffs through continuous collaboration, reducing risks while aligning spaces with organizational goals and employee needs.
How does workplace strategy benefit my business?
Workplace strategy optimizes space utilization, enhances employee productivity, and aligns physical environments with business objectives through data-driven planning and stakeholder alignment.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including professional services, technology, healthcare, and non-profits, with particular expertise in high-growth organizations requiring adaptable workplace solutions.
How do you incorporate technology into design?
Our Pivvot analytics platform tracks occupancy patterns and workstyle behaviors to inform strategic decisions, ensuring technology integration enhances both functionality and user experience.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we've completed over 1,000 projects including complex 80,000+ sq ft spaces, with dedicated teams managing timelines, budgets, and quality control for large-scale transformations.
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