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Partners

Jim Aalders

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, LEED AP

Partner, Victoria

Jim leads CEI’s residential and retail sectors, and has deep experience in many project types including post-secondary, office, recreation and industrial. A LEED AP, Jim puts his passion for high-quality design and sustainable solutions to good use in all his work.

Nick Bevanda

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, AIA

Partner, Kelowna

Working from the Kelowna studio, Nick brings a wide variety of experience both within the public and private sectors. Several of Nick’s projects have been recognized for excellence in design, including the Black Hills Estate Winery, winner of the Lieutenant-Governor of BC Award of Merit in 2008, and the Elenko Residence, honoured by the Design Exchange Awards in 2010.

Richard Bolus

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, Associate AIA, LEED AP

Senior Partner, Vancouver

As a trained facilitator and member of the National Charrette Institute, Richard specializes in leading CEI’s design charrettes and public consultation efforts. He is a founding partner of CEI, and applies his collaborative and inclusive approach to design across all sectors of the practice.

Mark Hentze

Arch. AIBC

Partner, Vancouver

Mark heads CEI’s recreation, culture and community sector, leading significant public projects throughout Canada. Mark is a former professional hockey player who brings his passion for sports and community recreation to his work, from the design charrette to design concepts. He is a frequent presenter at industry conferences and events around the world.

Bill Locking

Arch. AIBC, FRAIC, MAAA

Senior Partner, Vancouver

For over 30 years Bill has been leading the design of hospitals, cancer centres, labs and research facilities across Canada. As a founding partner of CEI, he has developed the firm’s specialized healthcare design practice to be one of the most significant in Canada. In recognition of his career achievements, Bill was named to the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s College of Fellows in 2009.

Tim McLennan

MRAIC

Partner, Kelowna

Tim leads projects of all types, with a focus on office, commercial, industrial and institutional typologies. As Director of Operations for our Kelowna studio he oversees the firm’s work in the Interior of B.C. As the project partner on the Okanagan College Centre of Excellence, he has led the progress of one the most energy efficient buildings in the world.

John Scott

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, MAAA, AIA

Senior Partner, Vancouver

A founding partner at CEI, John leads our transportation sector, including airport facilities planning and design activity. He also co-directs our infrastructure and real estate sectors, including office, industrial, residential and retail projects for both private and public clientele. Directing projects in both Western Canada and the U.S., John continues to expand his reputation as a skilled planning and design authority.

Rod Windjack

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, LEED AP

Partner, Victoria

Rod is one of Canada’s leading designers of K-12 educational projects. He has also been involved in most of the work produced by our Victoria studio over the last fifteen years. Rod brings a passion for education to his work, ensuring that the students of today are prepared for the world of tomorrow.

Directors

Conrad Boychuk

UIA, MRAIC, Arch. AIBC, OAA

Senior Director, Recreation and Venue Development, Vancouver

Conrad is an internationally recognized specialist in the design of spectator venues, entertainment centres and recreation facilities. He is Canada’s National Member on the International Union of Architects’ Sports and Leisure Group, and has extensive experience in the public consultation process, particularly as it pertains to community-based programming and design.

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Heidi Matthews

BA, BID, RID, IDC, LEED AP

Director of Interior Design, Vancouver

Heidi leads CEI’s interior design team, using her depth of knowledge in commercial design to spearhead programming, planning and detailing across a variety of project types. Her expertise ranges from the design of commercial and corporate offices to healthcare facilities, cultural buildings and retail shops.

Michael McNaught

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC

Director of Post-Secondary, Vancouver

Michael leads CEI’s post-secondary projects, and has also led the design of many recreation, healthcare and cultural facilities. With over 20 years experience, Michael’s innovative, forward-thinking approach to post-secondary design—based on an inclusive, student-centred philosophy—results in spaces that meet the unique needs of their campus today and for the next generation of students.

Associates

Robert Cesnik

ARCH. AIBC, BA, MARCH, MRAIC, LEED AP BD+C

Associate, Kelowna

Robert enjoys working closely with clients, stakeholders and consultants to find innovative solutions to design challenges. He offers extensive experience as a project architect in all phases from preliminary design through to construction administration.

Mary Chow

Arch. AIBC, BES, BArch, LEED AP BD+C

Associate, Vancouver

Leading community recreation projects in B.C., Mary has built a strong reputation as a dedicated project architect. She works closely with clients to deliver facilities that are a reflection of their communities.

Hugh Jansen

BSc

Associate, Manager of Operations, Vancouver

Hugh is Manager of Operations for the Vancouver studio. He is also a skilled project manager, and has successfully led over 80 tenant improvement projects for the firm’s long-term financial services, retail and commercial clients.

Sid Johnson

Arch. AIBC, MArch, BEDS, Dipl.Bldg.Tech, LEED AP

Associate, Vancouver

As a project architect at CEI, Sid is a catalyst for making great things happen. His experience facilitating the design and technical aspects of a variety of project types has resulted in an impressive portfolio of work, and strong, ongoing relationships with our clients.

Curtis Knichel

Arch. AIBC, MArch

Associate, Victoria

Curtis’ experience spans a broad range of building types in a variety of sectors, including education, community and commercial. His depth of knowledge and collaborative approach has helped him build a reputation among clients and peers as an effective manager and talented architect.

Mark Koropecky

Arch. AIBC, MOAA, MRAIC, RIBA, LEED AP BD+C

Associate, Vancouver

As a design architect at CEI's Vancouver Studio, Mark brings passion and commitment to a diverse range of technically challenging building types. Mark’s experience and efforts were instrumental in the successful rezoning process for Manulife Tower, a new 15-storey office tower downtown Vancouver.

Albert Leung

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, BArch

Associate, Vancouver

Albert is an experienced project manager and architect specializing in complex office, commercial and industrial projects. His flexible and practical approach earns him the trust of owners, contractors and consultants. With his in-depth knowledge of the B.C. Building Code, Albert is a valuable resource for clients, engineers and CEI staff.

Jim Mann

Arch. AIBC

Associate, Victoria

Jim is project architect in the Victoria studio, and is known for his creative yet practical approach to architectural design and building. His easy-going manner has helped him build strong relationships with team members, clients and contractors alike.

Robert Parlane

Arch. AIBC, MRAIC, LEED AP

Associate, Kelowna

Robert is a talented architect with a wide range of experience and a focus on projects with innovative sustainable solutions. As senior project manager for the Okanagan College Centre of Excellence, he has led the design of a building that aims to achieve net zero energy and water use, on a typical project budget.