Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Norland

“We absolutely love our Mafcohouse. Not only is the building gorgeous it is rock solid and designed to perfection. We are constantly marvelling at the thoughtful dimensions of the rooms, quality of the materials and the life-altering light. And we are not alone in our appreciation. The buzz in our neighbourhood continues even after a few years of residence. The building provokes lots of curiosity and passion to replicate. If we were doing it all again there's no doubt we would choose Mafcohouse. In fact, we're fantasizing about a bunkie to accommodate all our visitors.”

“Very professional, friendly to work with. Prompt with quotes and finished product. Excellent designer making full use of renovated spaces and or new design. Highly recommend”

“Kristi McKechnie worked with us to rebuild our small cottage (900 sq ft). We wanted to maintain a "cottage feel" and were restricted to working within a limited footprint. We wanted our cottage to blend in and have a minimal impact on the environment. From the outset, Kristi made us feel welcomed and listened to our ideas. She was genuine and professional, providing us with a number of options and patiently responding to our questions. We met a number of times, always with her directly and often with other staff present. She understood what we were trying to accomplish and developed a plan that reflected our goals. Once we had determined the basic structure and orientation of the new cottage, Kristi met with the local town Building Department and arranged for the necessary permits, without requiring us to apply for variances. We were thrilled when the permit was issued. Our new cottage still maintains a cozy atmosphere, yet contains modern conveniences. The kitchen is open, very functional and extremely attractive. The bathroom, similarly is a showpiece!! The materials we selected for exterior cladding, window and doors, interior floors and walls etc. all blended together very nicely to create a clean, practical and pleasing effect. Our cottage is inviting and accessible, with a spacious hallway and wide doors. It is extremely efficient, using things like pocket doors where wall space was limited. We have windows generously placed throughout, providing us with spectacular views of our lake. There is a smooth traffic flow in the cottage, from one area to another. A nice feature for us was the mechanical room which also serves as a laundry room....a real plus. Two decks and a covered porch enhance extend the living space. We continue to receive many compliments on our cottage. A bonus for us when working with Kristi, is that we were also working with the builder. As such, our questions were answered quickly and from a contractor's perspective. Once we completed the design stage and the contractor started to build, Kristi maintained contact with us. She stayed with the project until completion, providing us with assistance and advice as needed. Our experience in working with Kristi has been very positive. She helped us turn our dream into reality and for that, we are extremely grateful. It is without reservation and with great enthusiasm that we recommend Kristi as an outstanding architect.”

“Called for a quote and the people there were courteous and helpful. They thoroughly reviewed the drawings and were able to quickly provide a concise estimate to the customer. I have seen some of their timber framing. It is accurate and well constructed. I would highly recommend this company for any timber framing or decorative elements one might need.”

“I had a fantastic experience working with Dave and his team. I had never worked with an architect but it was an awesome experience from day 1. The ideas he gave me for the house were ones that I could never have imagined. He gave me a lot of help throughout the process and was available for questions and site visits whenever needed. He was kind and respectful of my lack of knowledge of the process nevertheless I felt involved and engaged every step of the way. I am absolutely delighted with my house. Creating and having it built was one of the most interesting and fun and challenging things that I have ever done. I would recommend Dave in a snap. I felt lucky to have him onside”

“Excellent communication, was fast and helped us through the entire process. Nice guy, seemed to really care about our project. Design and construction package was done well with no issues. Highly recommend.”

“As a Design/Renovate/Build firm we know that we are only as good as those that we choose to work with. We have partnered with Maryanne for several years now and know her to be exceptional at her craft. Her designs and construction drawings are beautifully detailed allowing our clients to see "virtually" what their space will look like. Our carpenters love her work as they are always clear on the structural specifics and details. For anyone looking for a great residential designer we highly recommend adding Maryanne to the mix!”

“Tamarack North has an excellent working relationship with Foreshew Design Associates and it is our pleasure to recommend Alex and his team to satisfy all your custom design needs. Just like our entire team, their attention to detail exemplifies that they clearly listen to the clients expectations and exceed them. Always professional and very knowledgeable; their utilization of Revit software by Autodesk is excellent.”

“Having worked within a number of David Gillett Design's projects we are confident in saying that his works are incredible. He understands how to best utilize the space and respect the incredible nature surrounding it. His designs work so that his projects support the surrounding environment, and the surrounding area enhance his designs. David Gillett Designs is the go-to architect for cottages.”

“Nothing but AMAZING things to say about James ! He has helped my husband and I design our dream home, putting our wish list to paper, in flawless “balanced” design. We were impressed by his ability to consider our family’s needs when designing, and appreciated his suggestions and insightful input ! We would highly recommend James and his team!!”