Business Details
39 Years
experience
Structural Engineering Excellence in Toronto
Established in 1987, Blackwell Bowick Partnership has built a reputation as a leader in structural engineering, delivering tailored solutions for diverse client needs. Our expertise spans educational facilities, heritage buildings, custom homes, and commercial developments, with a focus on innovation and community impact. Under CEO Brooke Guzar's leadership since 2023, we combine technical precision with creative problem-solving across all project phases, from schematic design to site implementation. Our specialized services include mass timber design, fabric structures, and heritage restoration, supported by advanced software tools and a commitment to sustainability. With offices in Toronto, Waterloo, Halifax, and Victoria, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining a strong local presence.Our team of engineers and designers brings decades of experience to every project, prioritizing functionality, durability, and aesthetic value. We actively promote diversity in engineering through equal opportunity employment and community-focused initiatives. Recognized for landmark projects like Parliament Hill renovations, we continue advancing structural innovation through research and technology adoption. Our collaborative approach ensures clients receive solutions aligned with economic, environmental, and cultural considerations. From initial concept to final construction, Blackwell Bowick Partnership remains dedicated to creating structures that inspire and endure.
Services
Structural Engineering
Heritage Restoration
Custom Home Design
Mass Timber Construction
Feasibility Studies
Fabric Structures
Commercial Buildings
Residential Renovations
Sculptural Installations
Peer Reviews
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of structural engineering expertise across 10+ building sectors
- Our team includes specialists in mass timber and heritage restoration technologies
- We maintain a 98% client retention rate through personalized project management
- Our ISO-certified quality control processes ensure precision in every design
- We pioneered Canada's first mass timber high-rise structural framework
What people say
Exceptional technical knowledge
Innovative design solutions
Reliable project delivery
Expert heritage restoration
Strong collaboration skills
Services
Structural Engineering
Providing comprehensive structural engineering solutions for new constructions and renovations. Our services cover schematic design, contract documentation, and site administration. We specialize in creating efficient structural systems that balance safety, cost-effectiveness, and architectural vision while meeting all regulatory requirements.
Heritage Restoration
Specialized in restoring and reinforcing historic buildings while maintaining their architectural integrity. Our team employs advanced techniques for masonry repair, seismic retrofitting, and adaptive reuse. We collaborate with heritage specialists to ensure structural upgrades preserve cultural significance while meeting modern safety standards.
Mass Timber Construction
Pioneering sustainable mass timber solutions using CLT, DLT, and GLT technologies. We provide full-cycle design services from concept development to construction support. Our expertise enables innovative wood-based structures that reduce carbon footprint while maintaining structural integrity and fire safety compliance.
Custom Home Design
Creating tailored structural solutions for unique residential projects. We specialize in challenging sites and complex architectural designs, ensuring structural soundness while preserving design intent. Our services include foundation design, structural modifications, and integration of specialized building systems for luxury custom homes.
Fabric Structures
Designing innovative fabric structures and shade canopies using advanced materials like ETFE and PTFE. Our 3D modeling capabilities ensure precise structural integration with architectural aesthetics. We deliver durable, weather-resistant solutions for commercial plazas, recreational facilities, and event spaces with optimal light transmission and energy efficiency.
People
Brooke Guzar
CEO
Structural engineering leader with 15+ years specializing in bridges and institutional buildings. Appointed Blackwell Bowick Partnership's first CEO in 2023, driving innovation in sustainable design and technical excellence across diverse project types.
Christian Bellini
Senior Principal
Experienced structural engineer with expertise in complex institutional projects. Leads technical teams in delivering high-performance building systems while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls for large-scale developments.
Geoff Scott
Principal
Certified in advanced structural analysis with specialization in seismic retrofitting. Oversees heritage restoration projects, combining historical preservation requirements with modern structural performance standards for landmark buildings.
Cory Zurell
Principal
PhD-level expert in structural dynamics with focus on vibration control. Leads research initiatives for innovative building systems and contributes to advancing mass timber construction methodologies in high-rise applications.
Simon Rayment
Senior Associate
Project leader with extensive experience in commercial and residential developments. Specializes in optimizing structural efficiency while maintaining design flexibility for mixed-use and high-density urban developments.
Questions
What structural engineering services does Blackwell Bowick Partnership offer?
We provide full-service structural engineering for commercial, residential, and institutional projects including design, analysis, heritage restoration, and mass timber construction.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide with offices in Toronto, Waterloo, Halifax, and Victoria, serving clients across Canada from these regional hubs.
What makes Blackwell Bowick Partnership different from other engineering firms?
Our combination of technical innovation, heritage restoration expertise, and commitment to sustainable mass timber solutions sets us apart in the industry.
Can you handle complex heritage building projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with advanced capabilities in masonry repair, seismic retrofitting, and adaptive reuse of heritage structures.
Do you work on residential as well as commercial projects?
We handle both, with particular expertise in custom homes, multi-residential developments, and large-scale commercial buildings.
What construction technologies do you specialize in?
We lead in mass timber technologies (CLT/DLT/GLT) and fabric structure design, combining traditional engineering with cutting-edge building systems.
