John Donkin
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. 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.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Ottawa Regional Society of Architects (ORSA), Member since 1997
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), Member Since 1998
Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), Licensed Member since 1996
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
education
B.Arch. – Carleton University, Ottawa, 1986
Emily Lefebvre
Emily Lefebvre is an Intern Architect with +3 years of architectural work experience. Her
thesis work explores the possibilities of how augmented reality could be used through
architectural elements to reduce one’s own footprint of climate change. From this
research she takes interest in the minute details within projects as they ultimately create
sensitive yet impactful design.
After completing both her undergraduate degree in Architectural Studies and Master of
Architecture at Carleton University, she worked for an Ottawa designer focused on
custom residential and interior design before becoming an Intern Architect at John
Donkin Architect Inc. As an Intern Architect at JDA, she assists throughout all aspects of
the project including design, permits, and construction documents. She is involved in
projects from the preliminary stages all the way to project completion.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), Intern since 2021
Ottawa Regional Society of Architects (ORSA), Member since 2021
employment
2021 – Present: Intern Architect, John Donkin Architect Inc.
2020 – 2021: Architectural Designer, Design Valley
education
Master of Architecture – Carleton University, Ottawa, 2020
Bachelor of Architectural Studies – Carleton University, Ottawa, 2018
WINNER
Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association Housing Design Awards: Green Custom Home of the Year (2015)
Finalist
Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association Housing Design Awards: Interior Detail (2015)
Award of Excellence
Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards: Heritage Ottawa Restoration (Butler House – 1 Kindle Court) (2012)
WINNER
Ottawa–Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards: Custom Homes (Under 2400 Square Feet) (2005)
Honourable Mention
Ottawa–Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards: Renovations / Additions ($100,000 to $250,000) (2004)
WINNER
Ottawa–Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards: Custom Homes (2500 – 4000 Square Feet On A Lot Less Than 35 Feet Wide) (2002)
Honourable Mention
Ottawa–Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards: High Density Projects (10 Units or Less) (2002)
Honourable Mention
Ottawa–Carleton Home Builders' Association Housing Awards: Housing Detail (2002)