Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Solutions in Saskatoon
Founded in 1980, we are a full-service architectural and interior design firm dedicated to creating impactful spaces through collaborative design. Our team of experienced architects, interior designers, and construction professionals prioritizes client needs while integrating sustainable practices and Indigenous partnerships. With expertise in diverse sectors including education, healthcare, and civic projects, we emphasize in-house collaboration, LEED-certified design, and community-focused solutions.Our principals bring decades of regional and national experience, ensuring tailored approaches that respect local contexts and climates. We maintain a family-friendly workplace culture that values innovation, inclusivity, and long-term client relationships.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Construction Contract Administration
Specifications
Prime Consultant
Programming + Master Planning
Facility Assessment
Feasibility Studies
Sustainable Building Consulting
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of Saskatchewan-focused architectural expertise
- Our LEED-certified team prioritizes sustainable, climate-responsive design
- We maintain an in-house construction contract administration team
- Our collaborative process includes Indigenous community engagement
- We handle projects from single-room renovations to complex new builds
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
What people say
Collaborative process
Visionary architectural firm
Positive community growth
Award-winning designs
Climate-responsive solutions
Services
Architecture
We create custom architectural solutions for educational, healthcare, civic, and commercial clients. Our designs integrate site-specific considerations, climate resilience, and functional aesthetics. With regional expertise since 1980, we deliver buildings that enhance community well-being while meeting technical and budgetary requirements through collaborative stakeholder engagement.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing environments for diverse sectors. We employ stakeholder consultation to develop spaces that improve user experience while maintaining design integrity. From concept to completion, we ensure seamless integration with architectural elements and client branding requirements across educational, healthcare, and commercial projects.
Construction Contract Administration
We provide comprehensive construction contract administration through dedicated in-house professionals. Our team ensures design intent is maintained during construction while managing quality control, scheduling, and budget adherence. This service guarantees compliance with specifications and facilitates communication between all project stakeholders from groundbreaking to final inspection.
Sustainable Building Consulting
Our LEED-certified professionals offer sustainable design strategies that balance environmental responsibility with functional requirements. We implement energy-efficient systems, climate-appropriate materials, and life-cycle analysis to create buildings that minimize environmental impact while maximizing occupant comfort and operational efficiency across all project types.
Community Engagement
We employ structured engagement processes to incorporate community input into design solutions. This includes Indigenous consultation, public workshops, and stakeholder interviews to ensure projects reflect local needs and cultural contexts. Our approach builds trust and creates spaces that truly serve their intended communities through inclusive design practices.
People
Louis P. Aussant
Chief Executive Officer
With over 30 years of architectural experience across Canada, Louis leads our firm's strategic direction. His expertise in complex institutional and commercial projects ensures technical excellence while maintaining design integrity through collaborative client relationships.
Leif Friggstad
Architect
A registered architect with a decade of experience, Leif specializes in institutional and healthcare design. His collaborative approach emphasizes early stakeholder engagement to create functional spaces that meet evolving client needs through innovative architectural solutions.
Lynnzi Henderson
Chief Financial Officer
With over 15 years in financial management, Lynnzi oversees our firm's financial operations. Her expertise in project feasibility analysis and contract administration ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting strategic growth initiatives since joining in 2009.
Jason Hurd
Principal Architect
A 20-year veteran with international experience, Jason leads cultural and Indigenous projects. His design approach combines technical expertise with deep cultural sensitivity, particularly in Northern Saskatchewan communities where he implements sustainable, contextually appropriate solutions.
Mitch Strocen
Managing Partner
As Managing Partner since 2015, Mitch oversees daily operations with 20+ years of project management experience. His engineering background informs strategic decisions while maintaining client relationships and ensuring project delivery excellence across diverse sectors.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, construction documentation, and contract administration for educational, healthcare, civic, and commercial projects across Western Canada.
How do you approach community projects?
Our collaborative process includes Indigenous consultation, public workshops, and stakeholder interviews to ensure designs reflect community needs while maintaining technical excellence and sustainability.
Do you work with Indigenous communities?
Yes, we've partnered with Indigenous clients since 1980, completing over 100 projects including health centers, schools, and cultural facilities through respectful, culturally-informed design practices.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
Our LEED-certified team integrates energy-efficient systems, climate-appropriate materials, and life-cycle analysis to create environmentally responsible buildings that enhance occupant comfort and reduce operational costs.
Where are your offices located?
We have two main offices in Saskatoon (235 Avenue D North) and Prince Albert (202-21 11th St East), serving clients across Saskatchewan and Western Canada.
Reviews (1)
Ermias Tessema
Jul 30, 2018
Report
AODBT is not only the best architecture office in Saskatchewan it is full of architects with inspiration and connect with the community. The office was an egg warehouse before and you can see how they have renovated it to be this great.