SERVICES
Welcome to Longpre Architecture, a full-service architecture firm with extensive experience in a variety of building types and programs. Our team of experienced designers is dedicated to delivering top-quality design and construction services that meet the standards set by the Architecture Institute of British Columbia (AIBC). We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and our commitment to excellence, and we work closely with our clients to understand their needs and preferences. If you have a project in mind, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'll be happy to help you get started on your journey to a beautiful, functional, and soulful building.

RESIDENTIAL
Single Family Homes
Vancouver Multiplex and Duplex
Character & Heritage House Conversions
Heritage House Renovations
Multi-dwelling Unit Conversions
Multifamily
Townhomes
Basement Suites
Facade Renovations
Insurance Claims Renovations
COMMERICAL & INSTITUTIONAL
​Commercial Developments
Offices
Restaurants
Retail
Dance & Yoga Studios
Spiritual & Wellness Retreats
Tenant Improvements
Church
Schools & Fire Halls
Mass timber
Insurance Claims Renovations


INTERIOR
Residential
Institutional
Renovations
Millwork
Custom Furniture
PLANNING
Master Planning
Development Plans
Landscape Plans
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RENDERING & ART
Rendering Services
3D Modeling
Virtual Model Fly Through
Furniture Design
Reception Desk Design
Sculpture
Photography
Painting & Murals
WHEN DOES A PROJECT NEED AN ARCHITECT?
An architect is generally needed for designing and working on specific types of buildings, which include:
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Post-Disaster Buildings: Any building designed to be used after a disaster.
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Assembly Spaces:
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Group A, divisions 1, 3, and 4:
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A1: Assembly occupancies intended for the production and viewing of the performing arts​
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A3: Assembly occupancies of the arena type
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A4: Assembly occupancies in which occupants are gathered in the open air
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Group A, division 2: This category includes buildings and spaces that are used for gathering and social activities such as art galleries, auditoriums, bowling alleys, churches, community halls, courtrooms, dance halls, daycare facilities for children, exhibition halls, gyms, lecture halls, libraries, bars, museums, passenger stations, recreational piers, restaurants, non-residential schools and colleges, and funeral homes.
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A space that falls under Group A, Division 2 can be classified as a Group D (business and personal services) occupancy under certain conditions: ​
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Limited Occupancy: The number of people in the space must not exceed 30.
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Fire Separation: The space must be separated from the rest of the building by a wall or partition that can resist fire for at least 1 hour. However, this fire-resistant separation is not needed if the entire building is equipped with sprinklers.
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Signage Requirement: A permanent sign must be posted near the main entrance, clearly indicating the maximum number of people allowed in the space, which should be 30 or fewer.
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Detention Occupancy: Spaces such as prisons.
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Care and Treatment Spaces:
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Care Occupancy: Like nursing homes, with some exceptions.
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Treatment Occupancy: Like hospitals.
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Residential Buildings:
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Hotels larger than 470 m² (5,059 SF).
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Buildings larger than 600 m² (6,458 SF).
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Buildings with 4 or more stories.
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Buildings with 5 or more dwelling units (like apartments).
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Mixed-use buildings larger than 470 m² (5,059 SF) with at least one dwelling unit.
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Mixed-use buildings with dwellings combined with assembly, detention, treatment, or care spaces.
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5 dwelling units or more
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Business and Personal Services Spaces: If larger than 470 m² (5,059 SF).
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Stores (Mercantile Occupancy): If larger than 470 m² (5,059 SF).
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Industrial Spaces:
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High-hazard industrial occupancy: Like factories handling dangerous materials.
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Medium and low-hazard industrial occupancy: If larger than 470 m² (5,059 SF).
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Note: This information is for informational purposes only. For the latest definitions and regulations, please refer to the building codes and the Architects Regulation under the governance of the PGA.