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We're always looking for talented folks who give a damn about sustainable design and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo.
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And honestly? That's exactly how we like it.
Our Story
Started in a cramped Toronto loft back in 2010, Quantum Bastion wasn't born from some grand corporate vision. It came from three architects who were frankly tired of seeing the same cookie-cutter buildings going up everywhere, with zero regard for what they'd mean for the planet 50 years down the line.
We figured there had to be a better way - one where commercial viability and environmental responsibility weren't at odds. Turns out, we were onto something. Fast forward to today, and we've got a team of 28 passionate designers, engineers, and sustainability nerds working out of our Bay Street studio.
What Drives Us
Every building we design needs to answer one question: will this make the neighborhood better? Not just prettier - actually better. That means thinking about energy use, community impact, how people'll actually live or work in the space, and yeah, making sure it doesn't look like every other glass box on the block.
We're big believers in the "quantum" part of our name - small, precise changes that create massive ripple effects. Sometimes that's a cleverly placed window that cuts cooling costs by 30%. Other times it's reimagining a heritage building's guts while keeping its soul intact.
Our Journey
2010
Three friends, one loft, and way too much coffee. We landed our first residential project - a passive house retrofit in Leslieville that people said couldn't be done.
2013
Moved into our first real office (with actual desks!). Started taking on commercial work and realized that corporate clients were just as hungry for sustainable solutions as our residential folks.
2016
Won our first major award for the King Street mixed-use development. That project proved you could build dense urban housing that actually felt like home, not a storage unit for humans.
2019
Launched our heritage restoration division. Turns out there's something really satisfying about bringing century-old buildings into the 21st century without erasing their history.
2021
Achieved LEED Platinum on three consecutive projects. Also survived the pandemic by actually listening to what people needed in their spaces when the world went remote.
2024
Expanded our urban planning services. Toronto's changing fast, and we wanted a say in making sure it changes for the better. Now working on neighborhood-scale sustainability initiatives.
2025
Here we are - 28 team members, 200+ completed projects, and still as obsessed with getting the details right as we were in that cramped loft. The building part's gotten easier. The caring part? That's stayed exactly the same.
How We Work
Collaboration First
We don't do the whole "architect knows best" thing. You're living or working in this space - your input isn't just welcome, it's essential.
Innovation That Works
We love cutting-edge tech and materials, but only if they actually solve real problems. No gimmicks for the sake of looking cool.
Sustainability Baked In
It's not an add-on or upgrade package. Every project starts with environmental impact front and center, then we figure out how to make it beautiful.
Long-Term Thinking
We're designing for decades, not just Instagram moments. That means considering maintenance, adaptability, and how the space'll age alongside you.
Let's Build Something That Matters
Whether you're planning a ground-up commercial build or rethinking your home's layout, we'd love to hear what you're working on.
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