Projects by Robert Boyle Architecture

At RBA we review with our clients their building proram to insure unit design,common areas,and site planning match the market research. Where the client does not have the inhouse expertise RBA can arrange or provide the following:

  • Feasibility Studies
  • Business Plans
  • Design and Construction Drawings
  • Rezoning and Approvals
  • Project Management

Robert Boyle Architecture inc. (RBA), would be pleased to assist you in your program.

Residential and Mixed Use

There are of course a variety residential housing forms tailored to meet the needs of a particular community. Single family homes in a rural setting generally give way to multiple housing forms as one approaches urban centers. The nature of tenure also can vary, from rental to ownership. With increasing land costs and more of the population moving to the cities much of this ownership is now in the form of condominiums.

Mixed use developments are also common with residential units sharing location with commercial uses. Golf courses,marinas,ski areas,are examples of other uses combined with a housing component.

Other than custom homes almost all other residential development is built to address the needs of a specific target market. Unit size ,price point,design features,shared amenities,are all considerations in your market research.

Some of RBA past projects include:

  • Townhouses,Seniors,-Bowen Road,Nanaimo (Design Award)
  • Highrise, Market,-Townsite Road,Nanaimo
  • Ashliegh Manor,Market,-Parksville
  • Mt.Washigton Condominiums,6 buildings,67 units,Market,Mt.Washigton,Courtenay

Current Projects:

  • Oakrige Lodge,80 Unit Congregate Care, Hecate Str. Nanaimo
  • Horizon Village,82 Unit Resort Condominiums, Uclulet
  • Douglas Village,20 acres Commercial and Residential, 10th Str. Nanaimo
  • 200 Unit Congregate Care, Surrey

Seniors Housing and Care Facilities

People are living longer. Today 85% of North Americans can be expected to live beyond age 65. In the year 2025, seniors will outnumber teenagers in North American by 2 to 1. A result of these statistics is a dramatic increase in the mix of accommodation and facilities provided by both government and the private sector.

RBA has provided a variety of architectural and project management services relative to:

  • Seniors Retirement Housing
  • Independent Living Facilities (ILF)
  • Supportive Living
  • Multi-Level Care Care
  • Special Care

Our continuing involvement with Health, BC Housing, non-profit organizations, and the private sector, gives RBA the experience and understanding to assist you in your next project. Recent projects include:

  • Renovations and Additions - Trillium Lodge, Parksville, BC
  • 80 Units Seniors Congregate Housing, Nanaimo, BC
  • Oakridge Lodge Supportive Living
  • 160 Unit Mixed Assisted Living and Intermediate Care, Nanaimo, BC
  • Group Home,Duncan,BC
  • Duncan Group Home
  • Affordable Housing, Kiwanis Manor, Nanaimo, BC

Resorts and the Hospitality Industry

The Tourism sector of British Columbia's suffering economy seemed to be the only bright spot for the year ending 1998. While visitations and spending did not match earlier years, forecasts for 1999 are more attractive and particuarly good for the year 2000.

The expanding Global Tourism industry based on the U.S. dollars make BC destinations, both attractive and affordable. In particular, Vancouver Island boasts ideal geographical attributes for the increasing world interest in "Eco" and "Adventure" tourism.

The "green" planning and operation of resorts is also proving to be good marketing and good business.

Past Projects:

  • Mt. Washington Master Site Plan Lodge and Condominiums, Courtenay, BC
  • Port Sidney, 600 boat marina, Sidney, BC
  • Weigh West Marina and Resort, Tofino, BC
  • Washington Inn, Courtenay, BC

Current Projects:

  • Lockwood Alpine Village, 650 acre resort, Mt. Arrowsmith, BC
  • 200 room full facility hotel, Nanaimo, BC
  • 200 room full facility hotel, Nanaimo, BC
  • Virtual Theme Park, Richmond, BC

Commercial Offices and Retail

Architectural design services to meet a target market are an essential part of time and costs controls in the commercial sector. Designs must be attractive and functional, yet translate into acceptable lease rates or strata-sales costs. Services provided in a timely fashion including subconsultant co-ordination can result in early opening meeting obligations and increasing revenues.

RBA past projects:

  • Professional Building, Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC
  • Braidwood Centre, Courtenay, BC
  • Great Canadian Casino, Nanaimo, BC

Current projects:

  • The Landmark Professional Building, Nanaimo, BC
  • Animal Crackers Pet Resort, Nanaimo, BC
  • Commercial/Residential Building, Ucluelet, BC