Design with purpose
Perkins&Will. We’re the idealists behind the canoe hanging in our atrium. Our Vancouver studio and creative culture encourage us to tiptoe out to new edges and embrace the ride. We live out our core values by championing beauty, simplicity, functionality, and sustainability. They also compel us to do better. Our desire to do better drives us to take risks, fostering innovative research and design. We create change together.
Our studio has been consistently recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and BC’s Top Employers. Our commitment to environmental leadership, well-being, and a socially engaged workplace culture is recognized by these awards. Our approach is also appealing to young people: since 2022, we’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
Frequently asked questions
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What do Perkins&Will clients say about the work?
Clients frequently praise the firm's integrity, creative design, and commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. Many highlight the studio's excellent adaptive reuse projects and the impressive living wall feature in their Yaletown office as standout elements.
How does Perkins&Will demonstrate its commitment to sustainability?
The firm has been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and one of BC’s Top Employers, showcasing their dedication to environmental leadership and a socially engaged workplace culture.
Can I expect innovative design solutions from this architecture firm?
Yes, Perkins&Will emphasizes collaboration and creativity in their projects, aiming to forge new frontiers in research and innovation, which is central to their architectural philosophy.
Does Perkins&Will handle projects for young professionals in Vancouver?
Since 2022, the firm has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, indicating their focus on engaging and supporting emerging talent in the architecture field.
What kind of workplace culture can I expect at Perkins&Will?
The studio promotes a culture of collaboration and creativity, with core values centered around beauty, simplicity, functionality, and sustainability, as exemplified by the canoe in their atrium.
Is Perkins&Will known for any specific architectural features?
Yes, their office in Yaletown features a stunning three-storey living wall, which is praised as a fabulous work environment amenity and an excellent example of adaptive reuse.