"Any good design needs a balance between functionality and aaesthetics. A design can't be solely focused on aaesthetics or it won't be safe and functional. If it only focuses on functionality, it won't look good. When creating my designs, I consider both aspects."

"I'm proudest of the Sherbrooke Hospital I recently designed. It is one of the largest projects I've worked on and I think it turned out great. It's aaesthetically pleasing, but still very functional. The waiting room and entrance are large and welcoming. Patient rooms are also spacious and have grand windows so patients don't feel trapped."

"I prefer to design tall buildings, so I have always admired the architect of the tallest building in the world, Adrian Smith. His design for the Burj Khalifa is a work of art. The Burj Khalifa is instantly recognizable and stands at over 800 metres, a huge design feat. He continues to impress the architecture world as he designed the Jeddah Tower, a building that is projected to be taller than the Burj Khalifa."

"I have used a variety of software over my five years as an architect. I have experience with Rhino 3D, Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, and Fusion 360. I have the most experience with AutoCAD as it has been around for so long and it makes drawing base models easy. That being said, I am a quick learner and am happy to learn how to use any software you prefer."

"My greatest skill is my innovation. With so many new and old buildings already in existence, a career in architecture can be challenging. A big part of being an architect is creating something unique, so you must be innovative. I think I have a unique way of thinking that allows me to design buildings that are creative but still functional."

"The thing I find most challenging about being an architect is making sure everyone is happy with my design and that it meets building regulations. I want clients to be excited about the project and I want to be as well, so it can be hard to find a balance between practicality, safety, and passion. Ultimately, I overcome this challenge by putting the clients' needs first while ensuring the building is safe."

"The architectural industry is constantly changing with new trends emerging. To stay updated, I like to read architecture magazines. Canadian Architect is one of my favourite online magazines. I read it every month in my spare time. I also enjoy listening to architecture podcasts on my way to work, such as The Architecture Happy Hour and The Business of Architecture Podcast."

"If a client didn't like a safety aspect of my design, I would see what changes I could make to adapt it. If there was no way to adapt it safely, I would explain that I included it in my design so the building meets safety regulations and laws. I would emphasise that legally, I had to include it in my design so the building would be safe."

"My most difficult project was a bridge I worked on in Paris. Paris has very strict architectural codes and already has an established aaesthetic, so designing a bridge that was functional, safe, and matched similar bridges in the area was tough. It was also my first international project which was exciting but nerve-wracking!"

"My favourite building in Toronto is the CN Tower. No matter where you are in the city, you can always catch a glimpse of it. Many people associate the CN Tower with Toronto right away, so it makes the city more recognizable. It was also a huge architectural feat as it was the tallest freestanding structure in the world for over thirty years. I think the work and thought that went into designing and building the CN Tower is inspiring."

"I have a bachelor's and master's degree in architecture from the number one university in Canada, the University of Toronto. I completed the architect registration examination and registered with the Ontario Association of Architects. They helped me find an internship with a registered architect for three years, I can provide their number or email as a reference. Then, I started working with Lima Architects for two years. All of my schooling and experience has helped make me a great architect."

"I have had a disagreement with a colleague who didn't like an aspect of my design. I explained I included it to meet building codes, and he insisted it didn't need to be included. We looked up the code in our handbook and discovered we needed to include the safety aspect. He apologised, and we finalised the design."

"I use a daily planner to keep myself and my projects organised. Whenever I get a new project, I immediately include the deadline and tasks in my planner. I refer to the planner at the start of every workday to determine what my priorities will be."

"I have an electronic and print copy of the National Building Code of Canada handbook that has all the building codes and regulations in it. I bring my print copy with me to every site and refer to it often when I'm designing a project. I also have a colleague check over every design to see if they catch any errors."

"I think my love for architecture started when I was younger when I would build detailed buildings out of Lego. My parents started to take us on more trips and I got to see interesting architecture from all over the world. When I was in high school, I took a few online architecture courses and realised my passion for the subject, so I pursued it in university. Now that it's my career, I can't see myself doing anything else."