Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial & Retail Design Solutions in Calgary
At CTM Design, we specialize in transforming commercial spaces into high-performing retail and service environments. With over three decades of experience, our integrated design and engineering approach has established us as leaders in gas bars, convenience stores, quick-service restaurants, and commercial and retail spaces across Canada. Our team delivers tailored projects that align with client goals, from new builds to rebranding initiatives. We combine architectural expertise with engineering precision to ensure compliance, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. Our proven track record includes over 3,500 projects for major brands like Petro-Canada, 7-Eleven, Shell, and Tim Hortons, as well as independent businesses.We prioritize client success through innovative design strategies that enhance customer experience and maximize profitability. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates seamlessly to navigate municipal approvals, construction management, and sustainability practices. With offices in Calgary, Toronto, and Victoria, we serve clients nationwide, offering localized solutions backed by national expertise. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of advanced design tools and adherence to rigorous engineering standards. We measure our success by the long-term growth and satisfaction of our clients, ensuring every project is completed on time, on budget, and on brand.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Engineering Design
Project Management
Brand Revitalization
Site Renovation
Municipal Approvals
Construction Management
Detailed Design Packages
Retail Fuel Design
Quick-Service Restaurant Design
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in retail petroleum and QSR design.
- Our integrated architecture and engineering services streamline project delivery.
- Weve delivered 3,500+ projects for major Canadian brands and independent operators.
- Our team includes registered architects and engineers licensed across Canada.
- We prioritize client success through code-compliant, profitability-driven designs.
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Services
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services focus on creating functional, brand-aligned retail and service environments. We specialize in optimizing layouts for customer flow, compliance, and operational efficiency. With registered architects leading projects, we ensure designs meet municipal codes while enhancing visual appeal and profitability. Our team handles everything from concept development to municipal approvals for new builds and renovations.
Engineering Design
We provide multidisciplinary engineering solutions for commercial and retail projects, including structural, mechanical, and civil systems. Our engineers ensure safety, sustainability, and code compliance across gas bars, convenience stores, and QSRs. Services include HVAC design, plumbing systems, and infrastructure integration, all delivered through an integrated approach that aligns with architectural plans.
Project Management
Our project management team coordinates every phase from design to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. We act as the clients representative during construction, managing subcontractors and addressing challenges proactively. With expertise in national brand rollouts and independent projects, we deliver seamless execution for complex developments.
Brand Revitalization
We help businesses implement brand updates across multiple locations, ensuring consistency with corporate standards while adapting to local regulations. Our team manages full-scale rebranding projects, including site-specific design adjustments, permitting, and construction coordination. Clients benefit from our experience with major Canadian retailers like 7-Eleven and Husky Energy.
Site Renovation
Our site renovation services focus on modernizing existing spaces to meet current codes, improve efficiency, and enhance customer appeal. We handle everything from minor updates to full-scale transformations, incorporating energy-efficient systems and brand-aligned aesthetics. Projects include convenience store conversions, fuel station upgrades, and QSR remodels tailored to operational needs.
People
Devin Mahaffey
President / Project Director
Devin Mahaffey leads CTMs project management team with nearly 20 years of experience in architectural design and client relations. He specializes in managing large-scale projects for national brands like Tim Hortons and Canadian Tire, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and quality standards. His hands-on approach and technical expertise drive successful outcomes for complex developments.
Brett Zufelt
Principal/Secretary Treasurer
Brett Zufelt co-owns CTM and brings decades of retail marketing expertise to commercial design projects. His background in petroleum marketing informs strategic design solutions that enhance business performance. As a leader in CTMs senior management, he focuses on client relationships and long-term growth strategies for retail and commercial clients.
Amina Oyakhilome
Architect / Project Manager
Amina Oyakhilome is a licensed architect with over 20 years of experience in commercial design and project leadership. She specializes in integrating brand identity with functional architecture, ensuring projects meet technical and aesthetic goals. Her certifications include LEED accreditation and Project Management Professional (PMP), reflecting her commitment to sustainable, efficient design.
Don Jonasson
Senior Engineer
Don Jonasson is a registered professional engineer with 25+ years of experience in structural and mechanical systems for commercial projects. He provides technical leadership for complex developments, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. His work spans major Canadian clients like Shell Canada and Petro-Canada, focusing on durable, code-compliant infrastructure.
Sunny Tang
Project Manager
Sunny Tang manages architectural projects for CTMs retail and petroleum clients, combining technical design expertise with construction oversight. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP), he coordinates municipal approvals and budget management for national brands like 7-Eleven and Shell Canada. His focus is on delivering client-specific solutions within tight timelines.
Questions
What industries does CTM Design specialize in?
CTM focuses on gas bars, convenience stores, quick-service restaurants, and commercial/retail spaces, serving both national brands and independent operators.
Do you handle projects outside Alberta?
Yes, we operate nationwide with offices in Calgary, Toronto, and Victoria, managing projects across Canada.
Can you assist with municipal permitting?
Yes, our team coordinates all aspects of municipal approvals and zoning applications for new builds and renovations.
What sets CTM apart from competitors?
Our integrated architecture, engineering, and project management services streamline delivery while ensuring technical and brand compliance.
Do you work with independent retailers?
Yes, we support both corporate clients and independent owners in achieving their unique design and operational goals.
