About Us
FAAS is a firm bringing together like-minded, experienced people who wish to do things a little differently. We are designers, we are builders, we are placemakers.
About Us
FAAS is a firm bringing together like-minded, experienced people who wish to do things a little differently. We are designers, we are builders, we are placemakers.
James Andalis, Partner
James Andalis, Partner
James Andalis has over twenty years of experience in delivering planning, design and construction of projects for both private and public sector clients. James has broad experience in the industry from development financing to construction administration. This wide-ranging experience base and his most recent position as Managing Partner of an international, award winning architecture firm has allowed him to develop an expertise in strategic planning and project management of complex architectural projects.
1998
Master of Architecture,
University of Calgary
1990
Architectural Technology, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
James brings specific expertise in the areas of urban planning, transportation infrastructure, commercial and facility development and planning of large scale infrastructure and architectural projects. His project management expertise includes stakeholder engagement, where he has experience facilitating the alignment of diverse and often conflicting positions. James holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture with a Diploma in Architectural Technology, this solid technical base allows James to firmly grasp and support the technical requirements of the projects he manages. Primary project responsibilities include technical guidance and evaluation, preparation of planning and construction documents, overall quality control and review and assessment of project deliverables.
James also brings experience in commercial development, formerly a General Manager for a multi-family division of a large construction firm; he has overseen the development of over 500 units across Alberta. This experience provides a unique perspective that is rooted in understanding the financial component of all potential development as well as appreciating the need for decisive management to define goals and obtain results.
Other related experience includes heritage building preservation and sustainable design where he holds LEED AP designation with experience in delivering various sustainable projects.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
- Member, Royal Architecture Institute of Canada
- Board Member, Consulting Architects of Alberta
- Member, Canada Green Building Council
- LEED AP
- Continuing Education Instructor, Architectural Technology, SAIT
Michael Farrar, Partner
Michael Farrar, Partner
Michael Farrar is a registered architect with over eighteen years of experience working on projects across North America, garnering recognition for design excellence, sustainable design and urban planning. Michael has been an instructor at the University of Calgary, combining professional exploration with academic research. He has been project architect for prominent place-making and transformative projects such as the award winning Glacier Discovery Walk and Flights YYC as well as the FormShift Vancouver project.
1999
Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies, Technical University of Nova Scotia
2001
Master of Architecture,
Dalhousie
Michael provides a rigorous approach to design, beginning with a gathering of information from various sources including site, client, stakeholders and the community. This gathering of information serves to inform and shape the goals and vision of the project, ensuring the vision is based within the context and is supported by all those involved. The design process also includes a high level of collaboration and engagement with stakeholders, working closely with people to understand their needs and goals and developing solutions to mitigate often conflicting expectations.
Michael has garnered a broad range of experience and as such delivers leadership and guidance throughout the design process, providing clarity within complex projects. Specific experience with public infrastructure and civic amenities in Calgary has given Michael opportunities to work closely with the City of Calgary and community associations and understands the high public scrutiny placed upon such important public works.
As a registered architect in Alberta, Michael will provide design leadership throughout the project development, coordination and review of the construction documentation, client and regulating authority collaboration and overall project vision.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
- Architect, Alberta Association of Architects
- Architect, Saskatchewan Association of Architects
- Architect, Architectural Institute of British Columbia
- Member, Royal Architecture Institute of Canada
- LEED AP Accredited Professional, CaGBC
- Member, Council of Educational Facilities Planners International
- Sessional Instructor, EVDS – U of C
Christopher Berg
Jr. Intern Architect
Wendy Richards
Intermediate Intern Architect
Juan Lopez
Technologist
Wesley Tran
Intermediate Interior Designer
Krista Perrin
Intermediate Intern Architect
John Tabingo
Sr. Architectural Technologist
Brogan Gordon-Cooper
Jr. Intern Architect
Taylor Burke
Office Administrator
Ryan Blaney
Sr. Intern Architect
Alyssa Daria
Jr. Architectural Technologist
Noah Stretch
Jr. Architectural Technologist
Intermediate Architectura
Melissa Cowan
Intermediate Intern Architect
Tone
Idea
Ideas are everywhere.
Collaboration and research sets
the project tone.
Composition
Design
Design, Redesign, Edit. Refine. The composition is refined by evolving the concept
Score
Management
Our experience ensures every element to comes together on time and in sync
Conduct
Structure
Pixels and paper give way to solidity as we guide the projects to completion through careful reviews
Anthem
Relevance
The best architecture goes beyond physical, impacting socially, psychologically and emotionally.
Services
Services
Project Management
FAAS believes that effective, strong, and clear project management is the key to successful project realization. The office is built around the concept that project structure is the most important tool for success.
Our office utilizes distinct project management strategies to achieve project realization. James Andalis and Michael Farrar, as experienced and skilled project managers, provide strong leadership, accountability, and quality control.
Our office utilizes distinct project management strategies to achieve project realization. James Andalis and Michael Farrar, as experienced and skilled project managers, provide strong leadership, accountability, and quality control.
Construction Administration
FAAS personnel have garnered significant experience in the construction industry and, as such, can provide invaluable support throughout the construction phase of a project.
FAAS also has experience as owner’s representatives, providing oversight, reporting, and support to the construction team while ensuring that the interests of the client are met.
FAAS also has experience as owner’s representatives, providing oversight, reporting, and support to the construction team while ensuring that the interests of the client are met.
Residential Projects
The people at FAAS Architecture have extensive experience designing + building in the residential industry. Our project experience ranges from modest single family dwellings, to large multiphase developments.
The work includes mixed use projects providing commercial and live work spaces within residential developments. We provide services starting at site assessment and feasibility studies, through marketing and permitting to construction completion.
The work includes mixed use projects providing commercial and live work spaces within residential developments. We provide services starting at site assessment and feasibility studies, through marketing and permitting to construction completion.
Commercial + Institutional
The market sectors of commercial and institutional design are well known to the people at FAAS. We have been engaging and providing valuable services to groups such as private retail and commercial owners, spiritual organizations, post-secondary institutions as well as regional municipalities.
We have comprehensive knowledge of the administrative processes and stakeholder engagement typical of project development for these sectors.
We have comprehensive knowledge of the administrative processes and stakeholder engagement typical of project development for these sectors.
Architectural Services
FAAS is a full service architectural firm that can provide complete design, technical and construction services. Our firm has extensive knowledge in a variety of sectors, with special attention paid to infrastructure, residential, and pre-design work.
FAAS utilizes a creative design process tailored to each project that comes through the office. Regular collaboration, team discussion, and research result in innovative, fresh, and exciting design solutions.
Infrastructure
The FAAS office strongly believes that all projects have the opportunity to positively contribute to the urban environment. As such, we have a dedication to engaging with those projects related to the urban infrastructure network.
Our portfolio includes successfully delivered projects as diverse as active pedestrian bridges, transit stations, airport facilities and waste and recycling services.
Our portfolio includes successfully delivered projects as diverse as active pedestrian bridges, transit stations, airport facilities and waste and recycling services.
Construction Studies
FAAS believes that effective, strong, and clear project management is the key to successful project realization. We are built around the concept that project structure is the most important tool for success.
Our office utilizes distinct project management strategies to achieve project realization. James Andalis and Michael Farrar, as experienced and skilled project managers, provide strong leadership, accountability, and quality control.
Our office utilizes distinct project management strategies to achieve project realization. James Andalis and Michael Farrar, as experienced and skilled project managers, provide strong leadership, accountability, and quality control.
Pre-Design
The people at FAAS have been providing our clients with many facets of services related to work undertaken in the pre-design phases of project development.
We are knowledgable professionals in the areas of master planning and urban design, site and building assessments, feasibility and proforma studies as well as conceptual design development.
We are knowledgable professionals in the areas of master planning and urban design, site and building assessments, feasibility and proforma studies as well as conceptual design development.
FAAS is looking to add a new member to our growing team!
We are seeking a qualified Designer with 2-4 years of experience in the industry that can jump into an Intermediate Designer role. The successful applicant would join our project teams providing design and graphic collaboration. The applicant should have a strong skillset in computer modelling and photorealistic rendering to lead our project presentation services for our clients.
If this sounds like you, please email us at info@faasarch.com with a brief portfolio of your work, resume and a cover letter. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Please note due to COVID-19 all staff are currently working remotely. As such, all communication and interviews will be conducted remotely either by phone, email or Zoom video chat.
There are no current postings.
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Formed Alliance Architecture StudioSuite 303, 1812 4th Street SW
Calgary AB
Canada
Calgary AB
Canada