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# thirdstone inc. \[^\]

Original Houzz profile: [thirdstone inc. \[^\]](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thirdstone-inc-pfvwus-pf~125950164)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Edmonton, AB
- **Serves:** Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2013–2026), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
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- 500,000 Ideabook Saves

thirdstone inc. \[^\] is a multi-faceted design studio specializing in modern applications for the residential and landscape market.  we offer custom residential design for new and renovation projects. For all inquiries contact us directly by email at info@thirdstone.ca

TESTIMONIALS: 
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Louis combines exceptional illustration talents with a keen design sense and understanding of the built environment, from landscape to architecture. He is an asset to his clients - Barry Johns, Governor General Award Winner and Member of the Royal Architecture Institute of Canada (Barry Johns Architecture Ltd.)
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Louis brings a great deal of sensitivity and attention to detail to all work he realizes. –  Carol Belanger - Architect (City Architect, City of Edmonton)
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Louis is a thoughtful and talented designer. He cares deeply about his work and in ensuring that what he designs makes a positive contribution to the community in which it is located. – John Brown, Architect (MAAA, FRAIC and Founder of The Slow Home)
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Louis combines rigorous modern architectural design with simple elegant landscape solutions - Troy Smith - M.Arch, Architect, AAA, MRAIC (Associate, Group2 Architecture Engineering Ltd.)

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Custom Modern Residential Design

### Areas Served

- Edmonton
- Sherwood Park
- St. Albert

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | thirdstone inc. \[^\] |
| Address | 10531-133rd Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 2A4, Canada |
| Phone | (780) 423-2960 |
| Website | http://www.thirdstone.ca |
| Followers on Houzz | 1813 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [thirdstone inc. \[^\]](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thirdstone-inc-pfvwus-pf~125950164)
- **Website:** http://www.thirdstone.ca
- **Phone:** (780) 423-2960

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- EUDA Recipient 2015

- **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2013–2026), for Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Effect Home Builders Ltd., Feb. 2017**

> It has been an absolute pleasure working with Thirdstone! Louis is creative and professional. His collaborative approach is very effective with both the homeowner and the builder. Louis is engaged in the community and aware of development rules as they change. We look forward to continuing our work with Louis and highly recommend his services.

**★★★★★ — Giselle Pereira, Dec. 2015**

> Unique designer with great design values and is sensitivexpected to the clients needs and wants.  Amazing at his job and reading his clients.

**★★★★★ — Urban Concrete, May 2015**

> We have had the pleasure of working with Third Stone, and absolutely love & appreciate the creativity behind his designs.  Constantly challenging us over here at Urban Concrete!

**★★★★★ — juannoriegao1, July 2014**

> One of my favorite designs ever seen anywhere. The incorporation of natural element and design, this is a timeless masterpiece

**Comment from thirdstone inc. \[^\]:**

> Wow! I never saw this review until now but thanks so much for the comments!
> :: thirdstone inc. \[^\]

**★★★★★ — Habitat Studio, Dec. 2012**

> We have worked with Thirdstone on a number of projects over the years and from inception to creation it’s always a very enjoyable experience.  The creative Thirdstone designs are continually pushing the envelope challenging all those involved to be as creative and work cohesively as a tight knit team.  His modern concepts are the relief in sight as our eyes are continually strained on the horizon of dullness and boredom.  Keep up the great work!  Edmonton needs more guys like you!

## Selected projects

- [LG House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lg-house-pj-vj~27292)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: Project Statement :: Driven by a modernist design ethos of simplicity, volume and reticent materials, the concept of the LG House was developed in response to the challenge of building on a narrow 25' wide lot in an established Edmonton city-core neighbourhood. The project sought to sensitively provide a refined quality infill development as a modest and discreet intervention to the streetscape. One of our primary aims was the development of a sensitive typology for urban consolidation. The proj…
- [SD House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sd-house-pj-vj~80644)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 40
  - Description: Project Statement :: Situated in a quiet residential neighbourhood west of downtown Edmonton, this custom dwelling is a crisp edifice featuring a modern facade with a decisively minimalist profile. Facing north toward the splendour of a mature ravine park, the compact but efficient house was designed entirely to meet the client’s needs while responding to site conditions that visually extend beyond the property edges to the ‘borrowed’ landscape. From the street, the landscape and series of archi…
- [VFF House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vff-house-pj-vj~5658445)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: This proposed equestrian estate and residence located west of Edmonton is arranged to maximise views to a pastoral setting. The \#vff\_house is a rigorously-modern composition of glass and textured white surfaces contrasting with the surrounding countryside. The design evokes a comfortable and pleasant rural vernacular, while the concise form and details provide a very contemporary edge. Conceived as a series of gabled volumes, the first component contains the main living areas arranged in a N/S a…
- [rosebush](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rosebush-pj-vj~6893399)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Grey Wolf](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grey-wolf-pj-vj~7118824)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Set among a mature poplar forest, on the gently-rolling upland terrain near Sherwood Park Natural Area, is the Grey Wolf House. The exterior is characterised by grey vertical cladding and warm wood accents, which helps to blend the 2-storey residence among a small clearing surrounded by a mix of mature aspen, white spruce and birch trees . Large expanses of glass allow one to contemplate nature and play of light throughout the seasons. With outdoor recreation as a priority for the homeowner, the…
- [metsa house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/metsa-house-pj-vj~6919331)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Project Statement: Nestled against a densely mature growth of poplar, the metsä house employs a modernist vocabulary while being acutely sensitive to the site's natural landscape. Adhering to a rigourous design brief, the house was designed to be adaptable and resilient, and to reflect the homeowner's requirement for a high-performance home, while being attentive to the pristine setting. From the entry to the site, the house is slowly revealed through a stand of trees upon approach. The house ai…
- [torii house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/torii-house-pj-vj~7118810)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: The torii house is so named as the dwelling's architectural form resembles the traditional japanese torii gate, with its vertical pillars topped by a horizontal beam (roof), kept together by a tie-beam (2nd floor/ main floor ceiling) The deep overhangs further emphasize the expression of horizontality in contrast with the vertical nature of the surrounding tree stands that envelope the site. The design draws on the customary Japanese concepts of 'shakkei' (borrowed landscape) and 'hisashi' (deep…
- [Ecke House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ecke-house-pj-vj~7118833)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Located on a large corner lot in an established neighbourhood primarily developed during the mid-century period, the new Ecke House follows the logical course of modernist design principles. thirdstone inc was tasked to design a home that allows the owners to relax, blur inside and outside, increase privacy, and find respite within their own house and yard, even with the abundant use of glass. The result is a richly tactile design that is carefully woven between the house and landscape. The hous…
- [getaway house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/getaway-house-pj-vj~7174839)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: :: getaway house The site's natural surroundings served as inspiration for the design and general material selection. In order to keep an elementary colour scheme and emphasise the vivid hues of the site's native flora, neutral interior finishes are used. The simple and rudimentary palette of wood, metal and concrete is applied to the exterior and interior. Window openings are positioned to maximise natural daylighting. The exterior, finished in natural cedar will develop a silvery patina, blurr…
- [telas house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/telas-house-pj-vj~6887782)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [SF House I](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sf-house-i-pj-vj~7118818)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: This vision of a remodel of an existing home located along a sloped street in San Francisco adapts the original design to its present-day context. Multiple storeys allows for a secondary dwelling unit on the lower level. Separation of entry points both strengthens and forges new ties with the street. A wood scrim clad in cedar slats marks the main entry as as short walkway connects to the primary living level. The secondary access to the suite below is accessed near the front overhead garage doo…
- [Betoni House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/betoni-house-pj-vj~7118826)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Shelterbelt House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shelterbelt-house-pj-vj~7118827)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: The shelterbelt house is a nod to the aging buildings of the western prairies. The residence is sited on a small rural parcel enveloped by a mature windrow. The exterior language focuses on the use of local natural materials, incorporating a durable wood surface finish and a calming charcoal palette. This is further complemented by the structure's simple layout and gabled roof form. A large central void on the ground level forms the main living area, becoming the focal point centered with the en…
- [Scona House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scona-house-pj-vj~28444)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: This custom dwelling is a partial 2 storey situated on a 3.7 acre site in Strathcona County near Edmonton. The design takes advantage of the expansive site and southern exposure, while the existing heavily vegetated perimeter preserves privacy. The house explores massing and transparency through careful modulation of the exterior façade while capturing unobstructed views. The "L" configured main floor volume houses the primary living areas, inlcuding the Main Entry, Study, Living Room, Kitchen,…
- [B House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/b-house-pj-vj~1033442)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Project Statement :: Architecture that addresses functionality while responding to its immediate surroundings resonate more compellingly than plopping a conventional floor plan you find on-line. As with all our projects, this is why the client brief, mature neighbourhood regulations and site orientation were formative considerations when designing this new infill residence. Set on a corner lot facing a large community park, the dwelling is sited to capture views of the expansive common while tuc…
- [JC House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jc-house-pj-vj~264005)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Project Description: This recent design proposal on a narrow urban lot celebrates simple forms and design honesty where function shapes the overall house. A simple robust palette and an economy of space provide open floor plans with ample glazing, giving it a feel of transparency and connection between outdoor and indoors. :: thirdstone inc. \[^\] Status: Design Development (2014 Construction Start)
- [Lambie House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lambie-house-pj-vj~551518)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: This new design proposal for a sloping narrow urban lot in Riverdale, is organised along an east-west axis with plenty of glazing to take in the extensive views. The main living area on the 3rd level gives way to 12’ high ceilings in the Living Room bound by large expanses of glazing. An interplay of site lines, as well as the roof terrace, offer sweeping views of Edmonton's river valley. Status: Design Development
- [SR House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sr-house-pj-vj~572296)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Narrow Lot (25') Infill Development.
- [TR House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tr-house-pj-vj~27319)
  - Location: Edmonton, AB
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This recent design proposal is a single detached house for a young family of four. The site is located within a pristine and natural setting near Millcreek Ravine. The efficient and compact floor layouts offer excellent views to the ravine and downtown skyline. The reversed walkout lower level is accessed through a sunken moss garden courtyard and serves as the entrance to the homeowner's work studio. Status :: Under Construction
- [Crestwood House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crestwood-house-pj-vj~772348)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2

[See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thirdstone-inc-pfvwus-pf~125950164)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Front Door Execution** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi, how did you create the seamless siding onto the door?

A: I don't have that infomation unfortunately as it was executed on site. I would suggest discussing it with your builder or window supplier to achieve a similar look. :: thirdstone inc \[^\]

**Q: kitchen sink great contrast** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi.
Can you let me know where you got your kitchen sink from ??

A: Silgranit Kitchen Sinks from Blanco

**Q: what are the total dimensions of the full kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)*

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A: Yasin - Both Kitchen walls on either side of the Island are 16' long. The Island is 10' long by 27" depth. The aisle widths (between island and kitchen walls) are both 3'-3"
:: thirdstone inc. \[^\]

**Q: Where is the picture from??** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love the picture on the wall.
Where is it from and is it still available

A: IKEA

**Q: how did you put in the shower base** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: See the following here > https://www.houzz.com/discussions/does-the-partial-shower-enclosure-contain-the-water-from-the-shower-dsvw-vd~235382
:: thirdstone inc. \[^\]

**Q: How deep are the shallow uppers above stove area, are they IKEA also?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I'm looking for shallow (e.g. 7-9" deep) lateral uppers, you mentioned that your cabinets are from IKEA but I don't see any offerings for lateral uppers other than their standard 15" deep.  Am I missing something?  Thank you.

A: I don't think they have any that shallow (7" to 9" depth). Check here > https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/S59032787/

:: thirdstone inc. \[^\]

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-29.*