who we are
We are experienced architects who specialize in designing custom homes tailored to each client's unique lifestyle and to the character of the site. Based in Vancouver, Canada, we serve clients across Western Canada, creating homes that blend relaxed modernism and holistic, sustainable design with Canada's stunning landscapes. Our approach, rooted in West Coast Modernism, embraces natural light, celebrates weather, and integrates regional materials in response to the rhythm of the Pacific Northwest's climate and landscapes.
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We prioritize close relationships with our clients to identify the distinct aesthetic and functional needs of each project. Through a collaborative approach, we craft spaces that are thoughtful, enduring, and deeply connected to their surroundings. We specialize in restoration and renovations to existing homes, functional and integrated residential and commercial interior design, and new construction of single-family, and small-scale, multi-family residential projects.
euoi collaborative began as a small-scale artists’ practice in 2013, and re-launched as euoi studio | architecture + design, our full-service architectural practice, in late 2019.
[euoî!] – a passionate exclamation of revelry
euoi! is an ancient celebratory exclamation that reflects our belief in the power of human connection. It symbolizes the joy, freedom, and euphoria found in both public gatherings like festivals and nature-inspired events, and privates spaces that nurture the personal connections that define home.
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We aim to design spaces that encourage meaningful interactions, creativity, and inclusivity. Whether it is a welcoming home, a communal gathering place, or a temporary installation, our designs foster environments where people feel connected and inspired.
Chelsea Louise Grant (she/her)
Architect AIBC, LEED AP
Raised in the Canadian Prairies, Chelsea is a British Columbia-based architect with 20 years of experience in custom residential design, sustainable architecture, and community-focused projects across Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, the Lower Mainland, and Western Canada. Passionate about west coast culture and community engagement, her work and research explore how architecture can support mindful gathering and foster social inclusivity. She was the 2013 RAW Gallery POD Artist-in-Residence, has conducted international research, and served as Producer and Art Director for Vancouver’s Parade of Lost Souls Festival. Chelsea is a board member of the West Coast Modern League.
Steve Gairns (he/him)
Architect AIBC
Steve was raised in the Pacific Northwest and has over 20 years of experience working in award-winning architecture and construction management practices, where he has completed projects primarily across BC’s south coast. He is a thoughtful, optimistic, and detail-oriented designer with a keen interest in the relationships between the human, natural, and built environments. Steve has conducted research internationally, and is often involved in the design of site-specific, temporary installations. He is the Chair of the West Coast Modern League, a not-for-profit that advocates for the appreciation of the west coast design ethos.
Barclay
Landscape Barkitect
Our rascally goofball mascot Barclay is an eternal optimist who loves site visits, crafting abstract compositions out of sticks and paper tubes, chasing balls into the Pacific Ocean, and saying hello to anyone and everyone.
