Open Practice Inc. - Collaborative Architecture

Formed in 2008, Open Practice Inc. is an intentionally small studio forming project specific teams tailored to suit the project. At Open Practice Inc. we believe the strength of collaborative architecture lies in: viewing the client as a key team member throughout the entire design process; including non-traditional partners in the collaborative team; and having access to qualified and well-suited resources. Open Practice Inc. fosters working relationships with a network of other design professionals, contractors, consultants, craftspeople, academic institutions, government agencies, and financial institutions. With experience both locally and internationally, Open Practice Inc. draws upon an extensive range of resources. It is, however, the regional network of any particular project that roots the project in its context. Open Practice Inc. is continually building relationships with local resources; people who recognize the inherent characteristics of a place. It is here that opportunities are found to create a regional architecture that is both culturally relevant and sustainable.