LUX Xmas 2018

44 connectivity of these spaces to their contexts, designing environments that stitch seamlessly within their settings. “An integral tool within our process is communication and engagement, not only within the design team but between our team and our clients to realise a collective vision. When we engage as a diverse team of stakeholders, we all have a sense of ownership in our projects. This ensures our vision remains at the forefront throughout the design and construction process.” Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture prides itself on meticulous, uncompromising attention to detail regardless of scale, and this can be seen in every aspect of the firm’s work, as Paul further explains. “Our work does not fall into one category; It transcends borders, scales, specialisations and various niches that have been established throughout the industry, though our attention to detail remains a common thread which can be seen and felt within all of our projects. “Quality embodies everything we do here at Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture. We view quality as two parts: quality of construction and quality of the experience. Successful design must achieve both of these. Not only should the design and construction be of the highest calibre, but the quality of our client’s experience is of utmost importance. This means both the experience of walking through our designed spaces, as well as the experience and service had during the design process.” When reflecting on the firm’s success, Paul emphasizes the importance of innovative design solutions. “At Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture, we strive to create unique solutions tailored to each design program. By developing customised approaches to our work, we are constantly creating fresh and innovative solutions unlike those which preceded them. In addition to this, we also seek to design not what is trendy, but rather timeless, regardless of style. We have a team of young, vibrant and curious minds who are always looking for new technologies or techniques that we could integrate into our work. An insatiable curiosity is a critical characteristic of our diverse team. The challenge of treading in unchartered territory is that we must operate in the realm of the unknown. However, the sense of uncertainty and discovery that comes along with this, fuels our innovation. We seek to go beyond simply envisioning design solutions, exploring all realms of possibility until these ideas come to fruition. We are privileged to have clients who entrust us to explore and develop novel solutions within their projects.” On the topic of success, Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture was recently given the Award for Excellence in: Landscape Architecture – Vancouver as part of LUXlife’s 2018 Leading Designers Awards. When discussing the win, Paul highlights what it means for the firm, as well as noting on what qualities he believes makes for both excellent designs and designers. “It is an honour to be acknowledged in this category, and we are deeply humbled to be part of a group of globally renowned designers and innovators. The award supports our vision to strive for excellence, and that our work will speak for itself. “In our experience, excellent design results from a rigorous and collaborative design process, one that is grounded in an understanding of each site and the desires of the client. We often say that a successful design is one which can express an idea in the fewest brush strokes. “Layered upon this is a dynamic, multi- faceted team behind the designs. As a team, our skills are diverse, and our backgrounds and experience are international. This fusion of styles and interests energises our studio and keeps our designs continually fresh. “The measure for success changes with each project. There is no one singularly Photographer credit: Nic Lehoux Photographer credit: Brett Hitchins