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What is The Finlayson Practice

The Finlayson Practice Inc. is a design studio with deep roots in the fields of architecture, interiors and urban design. The founding partner, Mary Jane Finlayson, has a rich history with established architectural mentors including Barton Myers and Jack Diamond, followed by 18 years as a Partner in larger firms. The initiative to form The Finlayson Practice is the fulfilment of a dream to shape a new and dynamic studio that capitalizes on this history and allows the pursuit of projects where a high level of craft and ingenuity is applied to all scales of work.

Main offering

The Finlayson Practice provides services informed by original research yet are rooted in a fluent, professional knowledge of architecture and interiors, urban design, landscape and sustainable design and universal design. We strive to understand all aspects of a project – our clients, users, political and physical context, culture/brand and program – to deliver a distinctive solution that delights.

Projects

Branksome Hall Asia New Campus

Branksome Hall Toronto Master Plan

BMW Group Canada – Training Centre

Branksome Hall – New Student Residence

Ontario College of Art and Design University

Toronto District School Board – Bloor Dufferin Land Use Master Plan

William Ross MacDonald School

Klein Residence

Principal’s Residence, Branksome Hall

Right-of-Way House

Fio Corporation

Envoy Communications

PC Bank

Toronto District School Board – School Projects

University of Toronto at Mississauga

King West Condominium

CNIB Centre

Red Stone Winery

1621 Dundas Street West – Live/work

Loblaw Digital – 99 Atlantic

BMW Group Canada

Branksome Hall Junior School