About Us

Where Innovation Meets Illumination - Crafting Tomorrow's Architectural Stories

Glimmer Storm Quix Architecture Studio

Our Story

Founded in the heart of Toronto, Glimmer Storm Quix Architecture has been at the forefront of contemporary sustainable architecture and urban design for over a decade. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful vision: to create spaces that not only inspire but also contribute positively to our environment and communities.

We believe that architecture is more than constructing buildings—it's about crafting experiences, telling stories, and shaping the future of our urban landscapes. Our multidisciplinary team combines creative vision with technical expertise to deliver innovative solutions that stand the test of time.

From residential masterpieces to commercial landmarks, each project reflects our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence. We don't just design buildings; we illuminate possibilities.

Our Journey

Milestones that shaped our architectural legacy

2012
Foundation

Glimmer Storm Quix Architecture was established in Toronto with a vision to revolutionize sustainable design in Canada.

2015
First Major Award

Received the Ontario Architecture Award for Excellence in Sustainable Design for the EcoTower residential project.

2018
International Recognition

Expanded our portfolio internationally and received the World Architecture Festival Award for Urban Design.

2020
LEED Platinum Certification

Achieved firm-wide LEED Platinum certification and completed 50+ sustainable building projects across Canada.

2023
Innovation Leadership

Named among Canada's Top 10 Innovative Architecture Firms, leading the charge in net-zero building design.

Meet Our Team

The visionaries behind our architectural excellence

Dr. Marina Glimmer
Dr. Marina Glimmer

Founding Principal & Lead Architect

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Glimmer specializes in sustainable urban design and has led award-winning projects across North America. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Architecture from MIT.

Marcus Storm
Marcus Storm, AIA

Co-Founder & Director of Design

Marcus brings innovative vision to every project with his expertise in contemporary design and heritage restoration. A graduate of Harvard GSD, he has received multiple AIA awards for design excellence.

Sarah Quix
Sarah Quix, P.Eng

Senior Partner & Sustainability Director

Sarah champions our green building initiatives with her engineering expertise and passion for environmental stewardship. She is a LEED Fellow and recognized leader in sustainable architecture.

David Chen
David Chen, MRAIC

Senior Architect - Urban Planning

David specializes in large-scale urban development and mixed-use projects. His innovative approach to community-centered design has transformed neighborhoods across the GTA.

Elena Rodriguez
Elena Rodriguez, ARIDO

Principal - Interior Architecture

Elena leads our interior architecture division, creating spaces that seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetic beauty. Her work has been featured in leading design publications.

James Patterson
James Patterson, PMP

Director of Project Management

James ensures every project is delivered on time and within budget. With 15 years in construction management, he bridges the gap between design vision and practical execution.

Awards & Recognition

Celebrating excellence in architectural innovation

Ontario Architecture Award

Excellence in Sustainable Design - 2015, 2019, 2022

World Architecture Festival

Best Urban Design Project - 2018

LEED Platinum

Firm-wide Certification - 2020

AIA National Honor Award

Architecture Excellence - 2021

Green Building Council

Sustainability Leadership Award - 2023

Canadian Architect

Firm of the Year - 2022

UNESCO Award

Heritage Restoration Excellence - 2020

Innovation in Design

Toronto Design Excellence Award - 2023

Professional Certifications

Our commitment to excellence and continuous learning

RAIC

LEED AP

AIA Member

OAA

CaGBC

WELL AP

Our Core Values

The principles that guide every decision we make

Innovation

We constantly push boundaries, embracing new technologies and design methodologies to create groundbreaking architectural solutions.

Sustainability

Environmental stewardship is at the heart of everything we do. We design with future generations in mind.

Community

We believe architecture should enrich communities, creating spaces that bring people together and enhance quality of life.

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards in design, execution, and client service, never compromising on quality.

Collaboration

Great architecture emerges from teamwork. We partner closely with clients, consultants, and communities.

Vision

We look beyond today's needs to anticipate tomorrow's challenges, creating adaptable, future-ready designs.

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