We are delighted to announce that our Principal Architect, Francesco Di Sarra, AIA, OAA, has earned his certification from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). This milestone strengthens our position as a modern architect Toronto–based, international award-winning firm with deep expertise in modern residential and luxury home design.

This certification adds to Francesco’s 10+ years as a licensed architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) and his 20+ years of experience in the design and construction industry—a combination that reinforces the firm’s commitment to design excellence, innovation, and technical mastery.

“Achieving NCARB certification marks an exciting new chapter in my professional journey,” says Francesco Di Sarra, AIA, OAA. “It allows us to extend our expertise to clients who wish to design and build modern luxury homes in the United States. Our goal has always been to merge thoughtful design with precision and integrity—no matter where our clients choose to build. This certification helps us do just that, on an even broader scale.”

NCARB partners with architectural licensing boards across the U.S. to uphold rigorous professional standards in education, experience, examination, and licensure. The NCARB Certificate ensures architects meet nationally recognized qualifications, enabling seamless practice across U.S. jurisdictions.

For clients wishing to build in the United States, this certification brings confidence, regulatory clarity, and cross-border expertise.

What this means for our clients

With Francesco’s NCARB certification, our firm is uniquely positioned to support clients who wish to build modern residential or luxury homes anywhere in the U.S. Benefits include:

• Seamless U.S. design coordination with a certified architect familiar with cross-state requirements

• Streamlined approvals through enhanced understanding of U.S. licensing and permitting

• International expertise backed by an award-winning portfolio

• Modern design excellence grounded in regulatory integrity and best practices

As an award winning Toronto based practice specializing in modern architecture, , this certification underscores our ability to deliver sophisticated, contemporary architecture across borders. Clients receive unmatched design leadership, technical clarity, and global capability.

Frank’s NCARB certification is not only a professional achievement—it’s a strategic enhancement to our firm’s service offering. Combined with over 20 years in the industry and a decade as an OAA-registered architect, this milestone positions us to help clients realize their dream homes across North America with confidence and creativity.

If you’re considering building a home in the U.S., we’d be delighted to guide you from initial vision to architectural completion.