555 Design Studio are design professionals that bring your visions to life !
Through a collaborative design process we embody your desires and needs together with new ideas to provide an architectural solution that is driven by quality, attention to detail and innovation resulting in a final product suitable to meet your objectives.
Established in 1978 we provide exceptional service and have the experience to work within the complexities, budget and aesthetics that are the driving factors on any project.
In addition to overall architectural design, we are also universal barrier free design specialists capable of reviewing your current conditions and situation and developing solutions which allow you to live and function independently within your own home or business based on your unique and individual requirements.
Our Clientele / Projects
Our Client list includes the following sectors:
Government
Commercial
Institutional
Industrial
Residential
Providing architectural services for:
New Building Designs
Additions
Renovations
Tenant Improvements
Building & Universal Barrier Free Upgrades
Production Shop Drawings
Experience That Matters
555 Design Studio has been providing custom design and consulting services throughout Western Canada since 1978, to a variety of clients in both the public and private sectors.
The experience gained throughout on a variety of residential, commercial, industrial and institutional projects, brings a breath of knowledge unsurpassed in the industry.
Incorporating the latest 3D Laser Scanning equipment along with computer aided design software (CAD) on the Autocad and Revit platforms provides the capability to capture existing as-built conditions and to prepare designs to visualize and express the intended outcome prior to construction.
Utilizing Infrared Thermography allows us to analyze a buildings envelope for thermal anomilies to address areas of heat loss or potential moisture related issues, for improving or preventative maintenance of the overall building.
Principal – Claus Wauer, P.Tech(Eng)
Experience
Mr. Wauer is a Professional Civil Engineering Technologist with over 46 years of engineering, architectural, contract and construction management experience having worked on projects up to $110 million.
Prior to his engineering education he achieved 6 years of hands on construction experience while working with his father in the family’s construction company.
Mr. Wauer has working on numerous residential, commercial, community, institutional and industrial projects throughout his career.
He is an experienced 3D Laser Scanning Specialist as well as a Certified Level II Infrared Thermographer.
He brings a wealth of design, contract, construction and project management experience to every project, and has been providing universal barrier free design solutions to projects since 1986.
Universal design, previously referred to as Barrier Free Design, is about designing for everyone. It’s a way of creating environments and products that are usable for all people, regardless of age, ability or situation. Universally-designed buildings and systems can be used throughout our lives, allowing us to lead a healthy and inclusive life. Some examples …
We have proudly serving numerous disabled clients across Canada with a variety of barrier free design solutions which allow them to live and function independently within their own home or businesses. From simple to complex issues, we have developed solutions that help to enrich daily living. We are constantly looking at new technologies and product …
