Business Details
28 Years
experience
Toronto's Trusted Architecture & Interior Design Solutions
Founded in 1998, Architect A Fazel is a Toronto-based architecture and interior design firm with over 40 years of combined experience from our principal architects. Our expertise spans industrial, commercial, residential, hotel/resort, education, and mixed-use design projects across Canada, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. We prioritize context-specific designs that harmonize with natural and urban landscapes, creating spaces that positively impact communities. Our team specializes in commercial design for restaurants, retail, and resorts, alongside industrial and residential projects. We have collaborated with clients ranging from small businesses like Coco Rogue Chocolatier to multinational corporations such as Molson Breweries.Our interiors group, led by ARIDO-registered designers, delivers tailored solutions for office spaces, health facilities, and historical sites. We draw inspiration from site-specific history and culture to create timeless, sustainable designs. Our philosophy emphasizes architecture that meets client visions while inspiring future generations. We have designed award-winning facilities including the Molson T6 Packaging Facility and Touchstone Resort Muskoka. With a commitment to reliability, creativity, and integrity, we celebrate 20 years of shaping meaningful spaces in Toronto.
Services
Commercial Office Design
Restaurant Renovation
Education Facilities
Industrial Packaging Facilities
Resort Design
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of domestic and international architectural experience
- Specialized expertise in commercial, industrial, and luxury resort design
- Client-focused approach with projects for Fortune 500 companies and local businesses
- ARIDO-registered interior designers for comprehensive space solutions
- Award-winning sustainable designs recognized across multiple industries
Associations and certifications
- ARIDO
Services
Commercial Office Design
We create functional, aesthetically pleasing office spaces tailored to client brand identity and workflow needs. Our designs optimize space utilization while incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Projects include Conros Corporate Office and Valbruna Canada Head Office, featuring modern elements like limestone veneers and curtain walls that enhance professional environments.
Restaurant Renovation
Our team specializes in transforming dining spaces into inviting environments that reflect brand character. We handle structural modifications, layout optimization, and interior finishes. Recent projects include Pump House Grille Restaurant renovation, creating warm bistro atmospheres with updated lighting and spatial flow to enhance customer experience while meeting operational requirements.
Industrial Packaging Facilities
We design state-of-the-art industrial facilities that balance operational efficiency with safety standards. The Molson T6 Packaging Facility exemplifies our expertise in creating scalable, technologically advanced spaces with optimized workflow patterns. Our solutions integrate specialized equipment requirements while maintaining compliance with industrial regulations and environmental sustainability practices.
Resort Design
Our luxury resort designs harmonize with natural landscapes while delivering premium guest experiences. Touchstone Resort Muskoka showcases our ability to create four-season facilities with breathtaking views, incorporating local materials and energy-efficient systems. We prioritize seamless indoor-outdoor transitions and contextual design elements that respect surrounding ecosystems and cultural heritage.
Education Facilities
We design educational spaces that foster learning and community engagement. Projects like Sherwood Heights Elementary School feature modern layouts with dedicated classrooms, libraries, and multipurpose gymnasiums. Our approach emphasizes natural lighting, safety compliance, and flexible spaces that support evolving educational methodologies while creating inspiring environments for students and staff.
Questions
What architectural services does A Fazel Architect offer?
We provide full-service architecture and interior design for commercial, industrial, residential, and educational projects, including office design, restaurant renovations, and luxury resort development.
How experienced is your design team?
Our principal architects have over 40 years of combined experience across Canada, Asia, and the Middle East, with ARIDO-registered interior designers specializing in diverse space types.
Can you handle large-scale industrial projects?
Yes, we've completed major facilities like Molson Brewery's state-of-the-art packaging plant and Valbruna Canada's 32,000 sq ft head office expansion with industrial integration.
Do you work on historical or culturally significant sites?
Our portfolio includes projects requiring sensitivity to historical contexts, such as museum renovations and culturally significant buildings in Shiraz, Iran, and Ontario's heritage sites.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We incorporate energy-efficient systems, local materials, and climate-responsive designs while maintaining aesthetic appeal, as seen in our LEED-compliant commercial and resort projects.
