STAFF
JOHN H. E. DONKIN B.ARCH.,O.A.A.,M.R.A.I.C.
John Donkin is a licensed architect with over twenty-five years of architectural experience preceded by seven years' work in construction. He is particularly interested in the development of innovative building forms especially suited to unique clients and unusual situations.
After graduating from the School of Architecture at Carleton University, Mr Donkin worked as project architect in two prominent Ottawa architectural firms on a variety of residential, commercial and mixed-use projects. He has experience in all aspects of project design, management and construction, including zoning interpretation, architectural design, site planning, budget and cost analysis, construction documentation, the preparation of tender documents and analysis of tenders, contract administration, site review and the certification of payments. John Donkin is also experienced in energy efficient building technology, including LEED Platinum and Silver, and passivhaus energy standards.
info@jdarchitect.caEducation
B.Arch. - Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, 1986
Professional Affiliations
Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), Licensed Member since 1996
Ottawa Regional Society of Architects (ORSA), Member since 1997
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), Member Since 1998
Canada Green Building Council, Member Since 2007
Employment
1997 - present — Principal, John Donkin Architect Inc.
1996 - 1997 — Architect, Barry J. Hobin and Associates, Architects Inc.
1988 - 1996 — Intern Architect, Barry J. Hobin and Associates, Architects Inc.
1985 - 1987 — Draughtsman/Designer, James A. Colizza, Architect
1983 - 1984 — Draughtsman/Designer, Nickerson and Associates
1978 - 1982 — Self-employed
CHRIS CORMIER B. ENV. DES., M.ARCH, INTERN ARCHITECT
Chris Cormier has a Master of Architecture degree from Carleton University and is currently gaining experience as an Intern Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects. He has a keen interest in the urban fabric and how it can be improved through careful and well thought out design.
Prior to moving to Ottawa, Chris recieved an undergraduate degree in Architectural Design from the University of Manitoba and also spent time working for a small commercial architecture firm in Edmonton. In addition to his formal design experience and training he also has experience working in the construction industry, most recently for a design/build contractor in the Ottawa area.
Education
Bachelor of Environmental Design - Unversity of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, 2011.
Master of Architecture - Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, 2014
AWARDS
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Best of Houzz 2015 - Design Category
Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association Housing Design Awards
Winner - 2015: Green Custom Home of the Year
Urban GreenFinalist - 2015: Interior Detail
Treasure BoxOttawa Architectural Conservation Awards - Heritage Ottawa - Restoration
Award of Excellence – 2012: Butler House – 1 Kindle Court
Download Press Release (83KB pdf)Ottawa - Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards
Winner – 2005: Custom Homes – under 2400 square feet
Stirling Avenue ResidenceHonourable Mention - 2004: Renovations/Additions $100,000 to $250,000
Ossington ResidenceWinner – 2002: Custom Homes - 2500-4000 square feet on a lot less than 35 feet wide
Honourable Mention - 2002: High Density Projects - 10 units or less
Sunnyside TownhousesHonourable Mention - 2002: Housing Detail
Sunnyside Townhouses – guard detailARTICLES
WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY
" ... it's not where the building is separated from the outside - it's where the building is attached to the outside. "
Ottawa Magazine, 2015 Interiors Issue
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GREAT SPACE
" ... step inside and you’re transported into a light-filled loft with floor-to-ceiling south-facing windows and towering views ..."
Ottawa Magazine, October 2012
Article on Ottawa Magazine.com
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ON THE RISE
" ... [a] modern-rustic gem of a house ... "
Ottawa Magazine, 2012 Interiors Issue
Article on Ottawa Magazine.com
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CAPITALIZING ON THE BASICS
" ... eschewing fussy details ... "
Canadian Architect, Volume 53, Number 4, pages. 25-30, April 2008
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BIG WINDOWS EXPAND SMALL SPACES
" ... expand your house ... by adding or enlarging a window ... allow space to flow through the wall."
Ottawa Citizen, February 2005
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DONKIN HOUSE
" Design on modest means delivers beautifully efficient infill. "
Wood Design & Building, Summer 2003 p. 10-14
A WISE INVESTMENT
" A modest, yet spacious home on an empty lot in Ottawa. "
Ottawa Citizen, February 2003
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AFFORDABLE DESIGN 101
" Ottawa Architect John Donkin used six basic principles to design his compact and totally comfortable
home. "
Ottawa Citizen, April 2002
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EASTERN ONTARIO BARN - MAKING MORE WITH LESS
Canadian Architect, Volume 41, Number 11, page 31, November 1996
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SERVICES
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
John Donkin Architect Inc. provides the experience and creativity needed to design and oversee the construction of a wide range of building projects. The firm meets the professional standards established by 'The Architects Act', and regulated by The Ontario Association of Architects. Full architectural services are available, from the intial conceptual design, through obtaining permits and overseeing construction.
DESIGN COUNSELLING
Design counselling is a service through which John Donkin Architect Inc. provides professional advice on an hourly basis when full architectural services are not required.
Design counselling makes professional architectural advice available and affordable for anyone engaged in any stage of buying, building or renovating a property, building or home.
CONTACT US
JOHN DONKIN ARCHITECT
OTTAWA - ONTARIO - CANADA
138 Hopewell Avenue
K1S 2Z3
Phone 613 730 6918
Fax 613 730 6919
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