STUDIO MĂŠnard Dworkind Architecture & Design is a Montreal-based firm founded in 2017 through the union of Atelier Mainor and David Dworkind Architecture. We specialize in commercial interiors, residential architecture and industrial design. Our process is rooted in a respect for the site, the client, craftsmen, and materiality. This respect guides the way we conceive spaces and how we bridge the gap between aesthetics and functionality. We thrive on detail-oriented spaces in which each element relates to a central narrative to create a cohesive experience that resonates with the users. This level of coherence is achieved by giving the same attention to the big ideas as to the smallest details. Every project is an opportunity to establish a relationship and dialogue with the client. We work collaboratively to decode their ideas, needs, and desires and translate them into reality. Working closely with skilled tradespersons and craftsmen, we welcome each project as a unique opportunity to explore and integrate new processes and materials. This results in an ever-evolving and innovative approach specific to each project.
THE TEAM
GUILLAUME MÉNARD PARTNER , DESIGNER
_ Before founding MRDK, Guillaume grew up surrounded by construction working for his fathers construction company. After working in the field for many years, his passion for design compelled him to start Atelier Mainor in 2008, specializing in the design and construction of commercial spaces and custom furniture.
DAVID DWORKIND PARTNER , ARCHITECT
_ Before founding MRDK David graduated with a masters of Architecture from McGill university. David gained experience on large and small scale projects at Lab Architecture studio in Melbourne Australia and _naturehumaine architecture + design in Montreal. In 2013 David founded an office of his own, working on exciting projects in residential architecture, commercial interiors as well as professional photography and videography.
STEPHANE GAULIN-BROWN ARCHITECTURAL INTERN, M.ARCH
_ Stephane Gaulin-Brown is a designer and artist currently living in Montreal. He came to Montreal to study architecture at McGill university. After completing school Stephane decided to continue living in Montreal to continue his knowledge with MRDK. In his spare time he is the Co-Director of the Canadian Academy in Rome Press, pursuing publishing projects related to art, poetry and design.
RYÙ
LOCATION: 4185 Saint-Catherine St, Westmount, QC H3Z 3K2 SIZE: 1 500 ft2 DATE: July 2018
MISS WONG LOCATION: 1780 Avenue Pierre-Péladeau, Laval, Quebec, Canada SIZE: 10 000 ft2 DATE: July 2018
BAR ROYAL LOCATION: 1232 MONT-ROYAL AVE E, MONTREAL SIZE: 850 ft2 DATE: 2017 COLLABORATERS: ZEBULON PERRON
LE HIDEOUT LOCATION: 168 ANN ST, MONTREAL SIZE: 680 ft2 DATE: NOVEMBER 2018
CAFE JOUNEY LOCATION: 1486 SAINT-CATHERINE ST W, MONTREAL SIZE: 1690 ft2 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
LE BLOSSOM LOCATION: 1101 DE MAISONNEUVE E. MONTREAL SIZE: 1230 ft2 DATE: NOVEMBER 2017
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