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Heather Honeycutt

Position: architect AIBC
Categories: Abbotsford, Architects, Interior Design, Project Managers
Accreditation: M.Arch, BID

Education

M. Arch, University of Calgary
Bachelor of Interior Design, Ryerson University

Professional Affiliations

Architectural Institute of British Columbia Associate

Employment Summary

2014 – Present, Station One Architects
2013 – 2013, Internship – China

Heather began her career with a Bachelor Degree of Interior Design at Ryerson University. This taught her how to create high quality technical and presentation drawings, material boards, and spatial layouts. Her curiosity for formal experimentation and material effects led her to pursue a Master’s Degree of Architecture, which she has completed at the University of Calgary. This combination of education has allowed her to understand and manipulate how interior and exterior conditions can influence and augment each other. Heather has recently completed her exams and is now a fully licensed architect!

Heather Honeycutt

architect AIBC

Education M. Arch, University of Calgary Bachelor of Interior Design,...

Leon Schroeder

Position: senior associate
Categories: Abbotsford, Associates, Chilliwack, Project Managers
Accreditation: Architectural Technologist AIBC, LEED Green Associate, CPTED

Education

Building Technology Diploma (Architecture Option), BCIT

Professional Affiliations

US Green Building Council (LEED Green Associate)
Architectural Technologist AIBC

Employment Summary

2016 – Present, Station One Architects
1993 – 2016, Manager, Associate

Leon is a senior associate at Station One Architects and is the director of operations for the firm, having gained a wealth of knowledge from his past experience as a senior architectural technologist and project manager. Throughout his career he has gained extensive experience in a wide range of projects, including multi-family residential, mixed-use, affordable housing, and institutional projects. Known for having a keen eye for detail, Leon is a clear communicator and is respected by his peers for his professionalism and working as a team player. He thrives in managing and organizing the needs of clients, municipalities and consultants, and in implementing the various requirements with the architectural team during the design and production phases.

Leon believes that good architectural design is developed through a collaborative, evolutionary process that draws inspiration from many sources to bring a project to successful completion. His accreditation in LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and training in CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) are examples of his multi-faceted approach to design.

Leon Schroeder

senior associate

Education Building Technology Diploma (Architecture Option), BCIT Professional Affiliations US...

roberto grageda

Position: intern architect AIBC
Categories: Abbotsford, Intern Architects
Accreditation: LEED Green Associate | B.Arch

Education

B.Arch., UANL School of Architecture (accredited by CACB)

Professional Affiliations

Architectural Institute of British Columbia associate
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards member

Employment Summary

2021 – Present, Station One Architects
2020 – 2021, E-Designer, Calgary, AB
2018 – 2021, Freelancer, Calgary, AB
2017 – 2018, Intern Architect, San Diego, CA
2014 – 2016, Intern Architect, Edmonton, AB
2012 – 2014, Architect, Monterrey, Mexico

Roberto graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) School of Architecture in Mexico while working to fund his studies and validate his degree with World Education Services (WES). Roberto is accredited through the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards in the US. He is also a certified Intern Architect through CACB and is currently working towards becoming an officially Registered Architect through AIBC. He recently received certification as a LEED Green Associate in 2020, along with received his Canadian Permanent Residency status!

With some notable projects in his portfolio, Roberto brings his creativity, integrity, and passion for sustainable design to SOA. To the office’s delight, Rob’s talent is often served with a side of homemade sugary treats to share with the team.

A car enthusiast and lover of iced coffee, Roberto likes to go for runs after work, tell dad jokes, spend time with his wife and dog, and learn about other cultures through travel.

roberto grageda

intern architect AIBC

Education B.Arch., UANL School of Architecture (accredited by CACB) Professional...

robert friesen

Position: architectural technologist AIBC
Categories: Abbotsford, Field Review, Project Managers
Accreditation: Architectural Technologist AIBC, LEED AP

Education

Building Technology Diploma (Architecture Option), BCIT
CAD Programming Diploma, BCIT

Professional Affiliations

US Green Building Council (LEED AP)
Architectural Technologist AIBC

Employment Summary

2021 – Present, Station One Architects
2006 – 2021, Senior Technologist
1993 – 2006 Technologist

Robert has always been drawn to the architectural profession and wanting to be a part of shaping of the built environment. By bringing creativity and technology together to create spaces that impact the community and the daily lives of those that use them, Robert has certainly contributed to his vision by fulfilling various roles on a wide variety of projects from commercial and multi-family to care facilities and custom homes. SOA is delighted to have Robert with his experience and philosophy on our team.

robert friesen

architectural technologist AIBC

Education Building Technology Diploma (Architecture Option), BCIT CAD Programming Diploma,...

blake unrau

Position: technologist
Categories: Abbotsford, Technologists

Education

Architectural and Building Technology Diploma, BCIT
B. Architectural Science, BCIT – with distinction

Employment Summary

2021 – Present, Station One Architects
2018 – 2020, Structural Drafting Technician

A recent graduate from BCIT with a Bachelor of Architectural Science, Blake looks forward to applying his further developed knowledge of the built environment to our projects. Passionate about woodworking, he enjoys the involved process of designing something in his mind, working the idea out on paper, and then bringing it to life with his hands. This process is also enjoyable to Blake because there are so many ways something can be accomplished, and there might not always be a best way to do something, but in that pursuit, a feasible way can be found that will nearest solve the problem. Blake appreciates architecture for the same reasons. SOA welcomes his enthusiasm to build our 3D models virtually and work to problem solve while taking into consideration the trade offs and alternates that will most benefit each individual project.

blake unrau

technologist

Education Architectural and Building Technology Diploma, BCIT B. Architectural Science,...

chris curran

Position: technologist
Categories: Abbotsford, Technologists

Education

B. Architectural Science, BCIT

Employment Summary

2021 – Present, Station One Architects
2017 – 2020, Building Technologist

From a young age, Chris has been interested in the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of buildings, including how they were put together, why certain choices were made, and why they were designed a particular way. He brings his curiosity and a strong base of technical skills to Station One, contributing to the best possible outcomes for our projects.
Working in the industry while studying at BCIT fueled Chris’ drive and inspiration for architecture, and he gained valuable industry experience working on a wide range of projects. A sports fan, Chris is happy to play or watch any sport, and is a member of our very own SOA slo-pitch team. A lover of music, Chris listens to a collection of CDs of his favourite artists and bands, and also enjoys the beauty of the Fraser Valley photographing, hiking, and being in nature.

chris curran

technologist

Education B. Architectural Science, BCIT Employment Summary 2021 – Present,...

Mohammad Faraz Shaikh

Position: technologist
Categories: Abbotsford, Technologists
Accreditation: B.Arch, PG. BIM-LM, PG. Green Architecture

Education

B.Arch, University of Pune
PG. BIL-LM, Algonquin College – with honours
PG. Green Architecture Algonquin College – with honours

Employment Summary

2022 – Present, Station One Architects
2020 – 2021 Graduate Architect & BIM Specialist, Ottawa
2017 – 2018, Architect, India
2014 – 2017, Jr. Architect, India

Mohammad has worked on architectural projects in five countries and more than 3.5 million sq.ft. of designed space. He has contributed to a diverse range of projects in India, Singapore, China, the USA and Canada, such as hotels, high-rise residential developments, business parks and single family homes (including net-zero and passive homes). Mohammad has a strong inclination towards arts and aspired to be an architect since childhood.

Being a lifelong student, Mohammad is always open to learning and is inquisitive about technology and sustainability. When he’s not at the office, he loves sketching, reading and working out.

Mohammad Faraz Shaikh

technologist

Education B.Arch, University of Pune PG. BIL-LM, Algonquin College –...

Marleigh Bolton-Gerow

Position: drafting technician
Categories: Abbotsford, Drafting Technicians

Education

Architectural & Civil Drafting Certificate, University of the Fraser Valley – with distinction
B.A. Philosophy, Literature, Theatre, University of the Fraser Valley – with distinction

Employment Summary

2022 – Present, Station One Architects
2022 – Intern (Abbotsford)

Marleigh has developed a keen interest in architecture and design since childhood. They bring an Indigenous and philosophical perspective to creating community spaces, employing their technical proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and InDesign to visualize designs. Marleigh’s community advocacy led them to the affordable and care housing team at SOA, where they are ecstatic to be contributing to projects that align with their personal values.

Marleigh enjoys many creative and playful pursuits, such as Dungeons and Dragons, physical and digital arts, photography, cosplay and costume design, hiking, camping and going on adventures with friends. A self-proclaimed ‘Jack of All Trades,’ they see the interconnected nature of life and the architectural industry and hope to continue the pursuit of education from this multidisciplinary approach. Marleigh aspires to be an architect.

Marleigh Bolton-Gerow

drafting technician

Education Architectural & Civil Drafting Certificate, University of the Fraser...

Aleah Towle

Position: drafting technician
Categories: Abbotsford, Drafting Technicians

Education

Architectural Drafting Certificate, University of the Fraser Valley

Employment Summary

2023 – Present, Station One Architects
2022 – Drafting Technician, Nanaimo

Aleah has always had an interest in the design of architectural layouts. As a child, she drew floor plans for her dream home.

In her free time, Aleah enjoys exercising and being with friends and family. In the future, she hopes to travel to more places around the world.

Aleah Towle

drafting technician

Education Architectural Drafting Certificate, University of the Fraser Valley Employment...

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