Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Architects in Edmonton, Alberta
ACI Architecture is a Canadian architectural and interior design consulting firm with extensive and proven expertise built over the last 30 years. We collaborate on innovative and enduring solutions, delivering value to our communities through responsive design. Our commitment to each client is a creative approach, with technical excellence and cost-efficiency woven throughout our process. Founded in 1991, our firm has grown to a mid-sized full-service practice with seven principals and nearly fifty employees. We enrich communities through responsive design, believing that architecture has the power to shape and inspire. Our team is strengthened by diverse perspectives, with every architect, designer, and technologist contributing ideas to our holistic, integrated solutions.We prioritize collaboration with stakeholders, supporting comprehensive project delivery through technical excellence and leadership in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) models. Our work spans civic, community, healthcare, education, and protective services sectors, with a focus on socially responsible design. We maintain eight LEED and one WELL accredited professionals on staff, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability and climate resilience. Our repeat clients and industry partnerships reflect our reputation for exceeding expectations through unwavering professionalism and a collaborative approach.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
Feasibility Studies
BIM Modelling
Facility Evaluations
Sustainability Consulting
Climate Resilience
Net-Zero Design
Community Projects
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in architectural design and interior design.
- Our team includes eight LEED and one WELL accredited professionals.
- We specialize in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) models for efficient collaboration.
- Our work prioritizes climate resilience and net-zero carbon building solutions.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with clients through technical excellence and cost-efficiency.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- WELL
What people say
Technical excellence
Collaborative approach
Community-focused designs
Climate resilience expertise
LEED certification specialists
Services
Architectural Design
We imagine and create thoughtful, inspired, and integrated designs vetted across multiple points of review. Our process employs design charrettes and collaborative stakeholder engagement sessions to deliver holistic solutions. Through research into precedents and exploration of viable opportunities, we produce responsive, innovative, and value-driven designs that support clients' communities and environments.
Interior Design
Our team translates expertise and inspiration into dynamic interior spaces that enrich human experiences. We focus on balancing beauty and functionality while supporting details that reflect clients' identities. Our approach considers how spaces are used, ensuring environments align with clients' operational needs and cultural values through collaborative design processes.
Sustainability Consulting
We integrate climate resilience and net-zero carbon strategies into architectural solutions. Our services include LEED certification guidance, life cycle analysis, and carbon footprint monitoring. By combining Climate Risk Assessments with Life Cycle Cost Analysis, we develop adaptive designs that address current and future environmental challenges while maintaining operational efficiency.
Integrated Project Delivery
Our IPD approach integrates expertise from all stakeholders to enhance communication and efficiency throughout project lifecycles. We serve as designers, facilitators, and P3 partners, reducing waste while maximizing value through aligned objectives. This model fosters innovation and cost-effectiveness from design through construction phases.
Facility Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive physical and functional evaluations for diverse building types, assessing structural integrity and operational efficiency. Our process involves collaborating with specialized consultants to address identified issues, developing tailored solutions that improve sustainability, performance, and regulatory compliance while extending building lifespans.
People
Mumtaz Anwar
Principal, Architect
With extensive architectural experience, Mumtaz leads design initiatives at ACI Architecture. Specializing in civic and community projects, they bring technical expertise and a commitment to socially responsible design. Their leadership contributes to the firm's reputation for innovative, community-focused solutions.
Allan Colpitts
Principal, Architect
As a senior principal, Allan provides strategic direction for complex architectural projects. His expertise spans multiple sectors, focusing on technical excellence and client satisfaction. He plays a key role in maintaining ACI's standards of quality and innovation across all project deliveries.
Dara Hoffman
Director of Interior Design
Leading the interior design team, Dara combines creativity with functionality to create meaningful spaces. Her work emphasizes user experience and environmental harmony. She ensures ACI's interior designs reflect clients' identities while meeting operational requirements through collaborative processes.
Alexis Finlay
Principal, Architect
Alexis contributes architectural expertise across ACI's diverse projects. Focused on sustainable design solutions, they integrate climate resilience strategies into building systems. Their work demonstrates ACI's commitment to net-zero carbon goals and innovative architectural practices.
Darryl Rewniak
Principal, Architect
Darryl leads architectural teams with over 25 years of industry experience. Specializing in complex civic and healthcare projects, he ensures technical precision and client satisfaction. His leadership supports ACI's mission to deliver enduring, community-enhancing designs through collaborative approaches.
Questions
What architectural services does ACI offer?
ACI provides architectural design, interior design, master planning, feasibility studies, BIM modeling, facility evaluations, and sustainability consulting services across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Do you specialize in sustainable building design?
Yes, we specialize in LEED certification, climate resilience strategies, and net-zero carbon building solutions with eight LEED and one WELL accredited professionals on staff.
What project delivery methods do you use?
We employ Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) models, serving as designers, facilitators, P3 partners, and Design-Build collaborators for efficient, collaborative project execution.
Which sectors does ACI Architecture work with?
We work across civic, community, healthcare, education, protective services, and infrastructure sectors, with expertise in both new construction and facility modernization projects.
How does ACI approach community engagement?
We prioritize stakeholder collaboration through design charrettes and engagement sessions, ensuring our designs reflect community needs and cultural contexts in every project.
What makes ACI different from other firms?
Our combination of 30+ years' experience, LEED-certified experts, IPD expertise, and commitment to socially responsible design creates unique value for clients across Alberta.
