About Us - Tavrix Adventure Architecture

Our Story

Look, we started Tavrix back in 2018 because we were honestly tired of seeing cookie-cutter resorts destroying the very landscapes they're supposed to showcase. There had to be a better way, y'know?

After spending years working on traditional projects, our founders packed their bags and headed into BC's backcountry. They camped, hiked, and talked with Indigenous communities about how structures can exist with nature rather than against it. That's where everything clicked.

Now we're a team of seven architects, engineers, and outdoor nerds who've collectively spent more nights under the stars than we'd care to count. We design buildings that make people go "wait, where's the building?" - and that's exactly what we're after.

We don't do generic. Every project gets shaped by its location, the wildlife that calls it home, and the adventures people'll have there.

What Drives Us

These aren't just values we stuck on a wall - they're what gets us out of bed

🏔️

Wilderness First

We never forget that we're guests in these spaces. The land was here first, and it'll outlast anything we build. Our job's to make sure our structures enhance rather than erase what's already incredible.

🌲

Sustainable Everything

Carbon-neutral isn't good enough anymore. We're pushing for carbon-negative designs using local materials, passive systems, and techniques that've worked for centuries. Less tech, more brain power.

⛰️

Adventure-Ready

Our buildings need to handle whatever nature throws at 'em - heavy snow, windstorms, curious wildlife. But they also gotta inspire people to get outside and actually experience the landscape, not just Instagram it from a window.

Projects That Shaped Us

These builds taught us what works when you're designing at the edge of civilization

Whistler Ridge Eco-Lodge

Location: Whistler, BC

20-cabin resort with zero grid connection. Taught us that off-grid doesn't mean off-comfort.

Clayoquot Wildlife Observatory

Location: Tofino, BC

Elevated viewing platforms that let visitors watch bears and wolves without disturbing their patterns.

Grouse Mountain Adventure Hub

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Integration of ziplines, climbing walls, and facilities that feel like part of the mountain itself.

Kootenay Backcountry Shelters

Location: Kootenay National Park, BC

Six minimalist shelters along hiking routes. Built entirely with materials helicoptered in - no road access.

Squamish Climbing Center

Location: Squamish, BC

Indoor/outdoor climbing facility that blurs the line between gym and actual rock face.

Sea-to-Sky Trail Network

Location: Pemberton to Squamish, BC

85km of bridges, rest stops, and viewpoints designed to handle heavy use while protecting sensitive areas.

Our Process (Real Talk)

We don't start with sketches. We start with boots on the ground.

First, we spend time at the site - sometimes weeks. We watch how the light moves, where water flows when it rains, which routes animals take. You can't design properly from a desk in Vancouver when the site's three hours into the backcountry.

Then we bring in local knowledge - Indigenous communities, park rangers, longtime residents who know the land's moods. They'll tell you things no survey ever will.

Only after that do we pick up our pencils. And even then, we're constantly adjusting based on what we learn during construction. A good design stays flexible.

Ready to Build Something Wild?

Let's talk about your project - whether it's a single cabin or a full resort, we'd love to hear what you're planning.

Get In Touch