Montreal’s skyline and streetscapes are evolving rapidly, reflecting a vibrant architectural scene where innovation, sustainability, and context-driven design converge. Local architects are not just responding to the city’s growth—they’re shaping it, bringing forward-thinking perspectives that respect both heritage and environment while reimagining how urban living can look and feel.
Our architectural landscape is diverse in scale, style, and approach. From sleek residential towers to integrated mixed-use developments, architects balance aesthetics, functionality, and environmental responsibility, creating buildings that respond to both community needs and the natural landscape. This focus on context and design integrity sets the stage for projects that leave a lasting mark on the city.
Insight from architect Laurent McComber also captures a growing movement in architecture—design as a catalyst for renewal, where thoughtful projects can uplift entire neighbourhoods and redefine a city’s identity. As he notes, “We’ve designed several residential buildings that have helped revitalize neglected areas through new constructions, refreshed architecture, and additions that blend seamlessly with their surroundings.”
That same vision is visible across Montreal, where sustainability has become central to the city’s architectural DNA. From adaptive reuse and repurposing existing structures to energy-efficient materials and passive design strategies, today’s architects are designing with longevity in mind—buildings that not only endure but enhance their environment.
As neighbourhoods evolve and skylines shift, these local firms continue to prove that great design is both beautiful and transformative:
Boomtown
Rooted in the architectural heritage of Quebec’s “boom towns,” Boom-Town Atelier transforms the simplicity of early industrial forms into warm, contemporary living spaces. Led by architect Éric Joseph Tremblay, the firm balances efficiency with emotion—designing structures that celebrate material honesty, natural light, and the dialogue between landscape and life. Each project reflects a commitment to clarity, context, and deeply human architecture.
Website: boom-town.ca
Phone: 514-502-2020
Atelier Barda
Atelier Barda is an award-winning architecture and interior design firm recognized for its refined, context-driven work. The studio’s projects balance technical precision with a quiet emotional depth, transforming functional needs into meaningful spaces. Focused on craftsmanship and clarity, Barda approaches each commission as a dialogue between place, purpose, and people. Their distinct aesthetic—both modern and timeless—has earned international recognition for projects that merge architectural integrity with lasting, human-centred design.
Website: atelierbarda.com
Phone: 514-360-2223
ADHOC
ADHOC is a firm creating architecture that gives voice to identity, values, and aspiration. They specialize in transforming residences, commercial spaces, clinics, and offices into expressive environments through creativity and proven technical expertise. They engage clients as partners, fostering dialogue to ensure each project meets aesthetic, functional, economic, and environmental ambitions. LEED-certified projects and strong skills in BIM reflect their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and architectural quality that respects context.
Website: adhoc-architectes.com
Phone: 514-764-0133
L. McComber – Living Architecture
L. McComber is an architecture studio dedicated to creating sustainable, human-centred spaces that elevate everyday life. The firm unites design precision with expert craftsmanship to deliver efficient, contextual, and enduring projects. Their collaborative process emphasizes material honesty, spatial clarity, and long-term value—ensuring every project, from residential to commercial, contributes positively to both the urban fabric and the people who inhabit it. Thoughtful detailing and environmental responsibility guide every design decision, reflecting a commitment to quality and lasting impact.
Website: lmccomber.ca
Phone: 514-948-5669
Montreal’s architectural community stands as a model for cities worldwide—balancing creativity with conscience, and progress with preservation. Their work demonstrates that meaningful design doesn’t just change skylines; it strengthens communities, enriches daily life, and ensures that the city’s future remains as inspiring as its landscape.