<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ch architects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boutique Canadian architecture practice creating wow spaces for residential and cultural clients. ]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:55:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.christopherhoyt.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Lessons from the LeBreton Flats Redevelopment: Why Early Decisions Matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Illumination LeBreton project, a high-profile redevelopment in Ottawa, offers a clear example of how even the most ambitious plans can unravel when early decisions and partner alignment go awry. The project, led by the RendezVous LeBreton group and featuring the Ottawa Senators, ultimately collapsed in 2019, despite being initially selected as the preferred option. My Role on the Project As Senior Architect, I was involved from the earliest stages of the project — helping with feasibility...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/lessons-from-the-lebreton-flats-redevelopment-why-early-decisions-matter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f824b5c4545eab7d50756</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:00:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_4b379ba557a941cdbd8898b110852017~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategies for Historic Home Renovations with your Architect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renovating a Historic Home: A Comprehensive Guide to Balancing Charm and Modern Living Renovating a historic home is a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. At CH Architect, our clients often want to preserve the charm and character of the past while making the space functional and comfortable for modern living. We've worked on numerous homes built in the last century and even a couple from the one before that. To achieve this balance, you need a clear plan and a deep understanding of the best...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/strategies-for-historic-home-renovations-with-your-architect</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690901e7bb9a5281a8b0bc16</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:45:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_204a93788a2547d8acfec4a151bff079~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Essential Stages of Architectural Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you embark on an architectural project, understanding the process from start to finish is crucial. Whether you are planning a small residential renovation or a large commercial development, knowing the architecture project steps  will help you manage expectations, timelines, and budgets effectively. Of course we're here to help, but this guide breaks down the essential stages you will encounter, providing practical advice and clear examples to help you navigate your project with...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/the-essential-stages-of-architectural-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f62b1c04b472953c78d789</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 23:47:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_c6fdb2e12f864c91bd185b30686941bd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keeping an Eye on Housing Trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[We generally appreciate design awards programs, and the Residential Architect winners are always a great example of why that is. The jury...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/keeping-and-eye-on-housing-trends</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63b9ca6b5519131cb2fd2f66</guid><category><![CDATA[Housing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Residential]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 19:47:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_2fde6f98d7a6467f9d0934ea714aa672~mv2_d_5758_3839_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Favorite Architecture Blogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're always reading and staying current on what we do, because working on drawings isn't the only thing architecture is about(!). Here...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/our-favorite-architecture-blogs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61d6e82ae5a79f00182de467</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 13:15:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9c4c85a01ea44aca2e6ca85d212cc60.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reconstucting Residential Buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Often the short cut toward the house of your dreams might include tearing down an old house, but often there's a way to re-build,...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/reconstucting-residential-buildings</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61c8ed4a9b1bcc0016dcbd20</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Dec 2021 22:41:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_7def1a762dfb41889cab61fa020f429e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beautiful, Simple Wimbledon House was Meant to Solve Modular Housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[At ch architects we have a soft spot for houses designed in the 60's, for modernism, and modular housing. Richard Rogers died this month...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/beautiful-simple-wimbledon-house-was-meant-to-solve-british-housing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61c1d914eee5be001722a3b9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:45:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_1944e40a2220436bbbf10c612e4aeb11~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s In A Kitchen?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hiding items like range hoods and microwaves has always been part of our design ethos …]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/what-s-in-a-kitchen</link><guid isPermaLink="false">616375cbe5d4570016154f61</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:02:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_8c1073e039574125b5b3f35d755f95a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Will We Improve Cities Now?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our cities have been shaped by many factors including the need to improve access light, air, and green space in the wake of previous...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/how-will-we-improve-cities-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ecab6fd605e6a00178ea1bb</guid><category><![CDATA[Urbanism and cities]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 18:06:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/47cbac_c48c94ec6d20464393a3c210095cf4cc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I want to do a Net Zero home renovation, how do I start?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A client recently came to ch architects with this question. They had talked to contractors, window suppliers, solar energy people and...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/i-want-to-do-a-net-zero-home-renovation-how-do-i-start</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e8b64a2f0bf010017f6b337</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 17:27:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e24b3a5346014b9691dcd95da6c58f94.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three things to think about when you're considering a kitchen renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[1. Make it work for you! How do you use your kitchen today and how could it work for you better? Talk to your architect about what your...]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/architecture-where-design-meets-engineering</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e7d281c1b1f690017c281e2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 22:09:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/72777f4373b74abe8aa66d5a92e9fe56.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sometimes less is more]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of my mentors ascribed to this philosopy. He always told the designers working for him (including me) to take one key element away....]]></description><link>https://www.ch-a.net/post/sometimes-less-is-more</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e7d281c1b1f690017c281df</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 22:09:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4b12d482d47f4122b85f3b6cd500054a.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_916,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christopher Hoyt</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>