Reimagine Architects

About

Reimagine’s name is born from the idea that the greenest building in the world is the building that already exists. Based in Alberta and working across Western Canada, we have spent more than three decades delivering high-performance buildings that respect the land, honour communities, and drive the transition to a low-carbon future. We are recognized as a national leader in sustainable architecture and energy-efficient design.

Reimagine is among Canada’s green building leaders and pioneer. As trailblazers in sustainable building, we played a key role in bringing the LEED® rating system to Canada and led the design of the first LEED® Gold project north of 60. Our portfolio reflects a commitment to regenerative, human-centered, and cold climate design, and we are among the few firms in Alberta consistently delivering projects to net-zero performance targets.

Highlights

Cold Climate and Net Zero Specialists

Our team is known for advancing cold climate design strategies that go beyond compliance. We have been at the forefront of net zero design in Alberta,  British Columbia, and the north, with a track record of innovation in envelope first retrofits, passive design, and building electrification. We understand what it takes to improve building performance in Alberta’s toughest climate zones.

Proven Methodology Rooted in Collaboration

We deliver retrofit design services using a collaborative and data driven process that includes:
• Detailed building assessments and envelope diagnostics
• Energy modeling and scenario based retrofit planning
• Phased implementation approaches that minimize disruption to operations

Our work consistently supports energy efficiency targets, funding requirements, and climate adaptation goals.

Recognized Sustainability Leadership

Reimagine played a foundational role in bringing the LEED rating system to Canada and led the first LEED Gold certified project north of 60. Our early and ongoing leadership in sustainable design has shaped policy, informed municipal guidelines, and advanced regenerative building practices across Western Canada.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Architecture led and Retrofit focused – We lead with integrated design, ensuring that technical performance is embedded within a holistic architectural solution.
  • True Net Zero Expertise – We design toward zero carbon outcomes, with extensive experience in net zero frameworks and building electrification strategies.
  • Hands on with Public and Community Infrastructure – We specialize in projects where public benefit, durability, and cultural relevance matter as much as energy targets.
  • Trusted Across Alberta – With more than 40 years of practice, we are known for long term relationships with municipalities, Indigenous Nations, educational institutions, and provincial agencies.

Services

  • Assessments
    • Building condition
    • Modelling & simulation
    • Portfolio assessments
  • Contracting
    • Building information modelling
    • Preconstruction
    • Virtual design and construction
  • Design, engineering
    • Architectural design
    • Building envelope design
    • Electrical engineering
  • Feasibility
    • Business case
    • Embodied carbon
    • Life cycle & capital planning
    • Renewables
  • Financing & grant support
    • Grants
  • Procurement, project delivery
    • Green building certifications
    • Procurement & contracts
    • Project management

Service area

  • Central Alberta
  • Northern Alberta
  • Southern Alberta

Building types

  • Commercial
  • Hospitals
  • Industrial
  • Multi-unit residential
  • Municipalities
  • Universities & Schools

Project delivery experience

  • Construction management
  • Design-bid-build
  • Design-build
  • Integrated project delivery
  • Progressive design-build

Project certifications

  • LEED

Typical project value

$1 million – $10 million, $10.1 million – $20 million, Greater than $20 million

Project experience