The District of Squamish has announced the winners of its Multiplex Design Competition. The competition was launched on September 5, 2024, to help increase the supply of small-scale housing options in Squamish as part of the Squamish Housing Action Plan.
“This competition showcases options for property owners who want to take advantage of the new provincial legislation and add important new housing forms that will contribute to the housing supply we need as a community,” said Mayor Armand Hurford. “All submissions have shown a level of thoughtfulness and creativity for each of our unique neighbourhoods, and we are grateful to everyone who took part in the design competition.”
A total of 16 submissions were received, with the winning designs selected by members of the District of Squamish Advisory Design Panel who sought to recognize dwelling units that incorporate creativity, sustainability, affordability, and appeal across three design categories – Second Storey Dwellings, Elevated Dwellings, and Ground Level Dwellings.
Residents who wish to build the winning designs on their property will be able to purchase the neighbourhood-tailored plans directly from the architects and design firms listed below. However, district building permit applications will still be required.
District of Squamish Multiplex Design Competition Winners:
Category 1: Second Storey Dwellings
1st Place:
Higher Ground
Haeccity Studio Architecture
2nd Place:
The Alcove
Paula Alejandro Vazquez, TAG Panels Ltd.
3rd Place:
Umbel
Sideyard Architecture
Category 2: Elevated Dwellings
1st Place:
The Tusk
Brendan Callander, Callander Architecture
2nd Place:
Double Double
Haeccity Studio Architecture
3rd Place:
Encore
Guy McLintock, McLintock Architecture
Category 3: Ground Level Dwellings
1st Place:
C Plex
Haeccity Studio Architecture
2nd Place:
The Tusk
Brendan Callander, Callander Architecture
3rd Place:
Blended
Paula Alejandro Vazquez, TAG Panels Ltd.
