Local architectural firm wins prestigious award
The green architecture of James Tuer at a private residence on Hardy Island.
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Updated: June 28, 2009 4:39 PM
JWT Architecture and Planning, a Bowen Island architecture firm has been awarded the first ever Architectural Institute of BC's Emerging Firm Award presented at their annual awards gala last month. This prestigious award is given to firms who have been practicing for no more than five years with consideration to firms that show exemplary design skills, innovative client services, successful project delivery, support of the community, and profession and commitment to leadership and excellence.
Mr. Tuer’s architectural journey began in 1999 at the University of Oregon. Following internships with several Vancouver architectural firms and several years working in Florida, Mr. Tuer returned to B.C. to establish JWT Architecture and Planning and now calls Bowen Island his home.
Tuer’s firm is founded on the principles of diversity, adaptability and conservation. The firm’s business strategy is built around collaboration, community service, educational outreach and design excellence. A focus on single family residential work has allowed JWT to explore new approaches to materials and form. A business approach that balances built commissions with planning work and local projects with international work helps bridge the economic highs and lows.
The firm’s commitment to community is evidenced through Tuer’s work with the Bowen Island Advisory Planning Commission and the Bowen Island Sustainability Framework Working Group. His work also generates speaking engagements and media interviews that serve as a platform for his strong environmental message.
JWT has quickly established a sound reputation, one that carries beyond the Canadian border. Testimonials speak to Tuer’s visionary voice, fresh approach, and rare ability to connect one-on-one with his clients. Some of his firm’s work can be seen at www.jwtarchitecture.com.
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