P O R T F O L I O
Architecture & Design
Jules Robert Bachelor of Architecture
ABOUT ME
I have recently obtained my Bachelors of Architecture from McEwen School of Architecture. With the continuation of my education, I am currently in my second year of the McEwen School of Architecture Masters program.
I was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, which led to my overall interest in designing architecture holistically with the environment and the climate.
My current interests lie in residential design, encompassing renovation projects, custom homes, and affordable housing.
SKILLS
▪ AutoCad
▪ Sketch-up
▪ Rhino
▪ Lumion
▪ General Revit
▪ General Grasshopper
▪ General Enscape
▪ eQuest
▪ Photoshop
▪ Illustrator
▪ InDesign
▪ Microsoft 360
▪ Hand Drafting
▪ Model Making
▪ Ontario Building Code
▪ Problem solving skills
▪ Highly efficient
▪ Team working skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant (TA) McEwen School of Architecture 2025
Sudbury, Ontario
▪ Reviewing & grading assignments
▪ Meeting with students
David Ellis Architect, Architectural Designer 2023/24
Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
▪ 2d drafting (Preliminary & Construction drawings)
▪ 3d modeling & Renderings
▪ Material boards & Specification
▪ Meeting with clients
▪ Code by-laws
SvN Architects + Planners, Architectural Designer 2024
Toronto, Ontario
▪ 3d modeling & Renderings
▪ Diagramming & Conceptual design
▪ Master planning
Dk Designs Consulting Inc., Designer 2021-2024
Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
▪ 3d modeling of interiors & exteriors
▪ 2d drafting of interiors & exteriors
▪ Code by-laws
▪ On site experience
▪ Website and social media re-branding
Denali Builders Inc., Designer 2022-2023
Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
▪ 3d modeling of exteriors
▪ 2d drafting of interiors
▪ Website re-branding
Graphic Design Contract for Maximus Rose Living Benefits 2021
Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
▪ Updated logo design
Freelance Designer having reputable supporters 2018 - Present
Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
▪ Material boards & Specification
▪ 2d drafting (Preliminary drawings)
▪ 3d modeling & Renderings
COMPETITIONS
HGTV Canada Casting Application (2024)
The Tiny House Architecture Competition (2023-24)
Modular Retail Units – Downtown Activation Project (Finalist) (2021)
AWARDS/CERTIFICATIONS
Skyline Group Roof Access & Saftey (2024)
Pella Corporation Fibreglass Fenestration Certificate (2024)
Cum Laude (2023)
Honourable Mention for urban design & integration(2023)
Certificate of Excellence (2021-2023)
Workers Safety Awareness & WHMIS Certificate (2019-2024)
First Aid & CPR Training Certificate (2020-2024)
Ontario Scholar Award (2019)
LU Entrance Scholarship (2019)
F U L L C I R C L E
YEAR 2022 - 23
LOCATION Sudbury Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lumion, Revit
TEAM SIZE Partner: Jennavieve Hinton-Cannard
Awarded Honorable Mention for urban design & integration
A mass timber Multi-generational Care and Community Center that emphasizes the benefits between social connections and greenery. The project includes 80+ beds, as well as a community space including an art studio and daycare. The design aims to provide a welcoming, safe environment where individuals of all ages may interact and form connections, generating a full circle effect that improves both their own physical and mental health as well as the health of the community.
MODEL
“It’s not the buildings, it’s the spaces between the buildings that are important.” - ZH
K I D S C I T Y
COOP YEAR 2022
LOCATION Sudbury Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop
TEAM SIZE Individual
An adaptive reuse daycare project aimed at celebrating and improving children’s well-being, while bridging the gap between interior and exterior. Providing active learning through social domain by the exploration through the building and its surroundings. By combining adaptable tactics such as intersecting new pieces within the structure and peeling back the facade, a distinct identity in the downtown area is created while remaining true to Sudbury’s roots. 2021
YEAR 2022
LOCATION Sudbury Ontario
TOOLS Sketch up, Illustrator, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
The reuse of shipping containers for a market in downtown Sudbury. This project takes up just over two parking lots, creating small districts within the programming. Event spaces, restaurants, and offices of all different scales are introduced. Small nodes and entrances allow for all individuals to have a different experience within the same space depending on how they use and move around the area. This project brings a new life to Durham Street creating a space for all people to inhabit, benefiting the community as a whole.
COOP YEAR 2022
C O N D O M I N I U M
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Sketch up, Rhino, Illustrator, Lumion TEAM SIZE Individual
A condominium unit that required extensive renovations. After the city allowed for the removal of multiple walls, another plan showcasing the updated arrangement was made providing an open and functional layout. To visualize the proposed changes and convey the essence of the design, a detailed 3d model was generated, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of each space. The design aimed to provide a contemporary, masculine, and open environment for the inhabitant. In terms of aesthetics, the material palette played a crucial role. Warm tones were juxtaposed with cooler accents, achieving a harmonious balance that evoked a sense of coziness and modernity for a timeless atmosphere.
COOP YEAR 2022
B A C K Y A R D
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Illustrator, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
A blank canvas transforming the client’s backyard into an oasis. A 3d model was constructed after meeting with the clients, learning about their vision, and getting precise measurements. The introduction of new features that harmonized with the natural landscape while enhancing its allure. An essential addition was a 24” retaining wall encircling the pool area, not only serving a functional purpose but also creating a visually striking focal point. The design’s objective was to maximize their available area while still creating an entertaining and functional backyard.
COOP YEAR 2022
T I N Y H O M E
LOCATION Batchawana Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Photoshop, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
A small house intended to serve as a second home. The project’s objective was to design a large-feeling area with minimal environmental impact. This was accomplished using passive techniques, solar power, and environmentally friendly materials including cedar, recyclable corrugated metal, and concrete. Overall, the project created a sense of functionality within a compact footprint while prioritizing eco-conscious design principles.
4 YEAR 2022 - 23
Competition
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lumion, Revit
Sydney Dupuis
TEAM SIZE Partner: Jennavieve Hinton-Cannard
‘Nomadic Nest’ situated in Old Mill Bay on the edge of Lake Superior, located in Sault Ste Marie was designed for a young couple seeking a minimalist and mobile lifestyle. The 300 square foot home was designed to maintain spacial qualities while still providing plenty of storage. The home was also created with passive design techniques in mind allowing the inhabitants to live off grid throughout their travels.
YEAR 2023
LOCATION Sudbury, Ontario
TOOLS Illustrator, Webflow
TEAM SIZE Group of 1
LOCATION Sudbury Ontario 4 , Workshop
The exhibition presents our research on low-carbon housing, bio-based materials, and prefabricated assemblies tailored to northern Ontario’s climate. Prototypes were developed through 3d modeling and the use of a CNC machine using bio-based materials sourced within the North addressing the affordability and sustainability crisis in accordance with Bill 23. Starting with an analysis of conventional practices, the focus shifted towards progressive and sustainable approaches within a prefabricated framework, prioritizing the decarbonization of our built environment.
https://www.housingfutures.studio/
YEAR
2023
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Revit, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
Designing the exterior of a future build. The goal was to design an elegant, light-filled exterior with stunning curb appeal. Vertical white vinyl, white and silver stone, as well as wooden accents for the columns are the materials chosen with the addition of black window frames and soffits.
COOP YEAR 2022-23
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Sketchup, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
To design a large main ensuite this project required the reconstruction of two bathrooms. The objective was to create a dark yet lightfilled space, matching the rest of the home’s aesthetic. A detailed 3d model was created to explore different layout configurations and design elements. Additionally, material and texture sampling played a pivotal role in refining the design, ensuring that every element contributed harmoniously to the overall aesthetic.
YEAR 2023
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
A clean slate with the intention of constructing a cozy and comfortable basement. The design called for the addition of two rooms and a bathroom with the goal of creating an open-concept living and gathering area. This was accomplished by utilizing the existing bulkheads to divide the rooms, allowing the design and furniture to establish boundaries. The colour scheme in the basement is light and airy, making the area inviting and lively.
YEAR 2023
COOP YEAR 2022-23
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
Residential project in Sault Ste. Marie located along a body of water. The project required multiple concept models placed and orientated in different locations on the site displaying form, materiality, as well as design approach.
G A R D E N S T U D I O
YEAR 2023
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
A compact garden studio that becomes an informal extension of the existing house used as an art space. The materials are simple having a wooden interior and a white metal exterior. Despite its modest size, the studio is a welcoming, and private place for learning and expressing one’s creativity.
YEAR 2023
COOP YEAR 2024
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual
The project aims to improve housing in a less desirable Sault Ste. Marie neighborhood by gradually acquiring and renovating or constructing properties. This includes developing tiny homes for purchase or rent along laneways and revisioning single-family residences, all to create a safer, more social community.
S U N N Y S I D E
COOP YEAR 2024
LOCATION Sault Ste Marie Ontario
TOOLS Rhino, Revit, AutoCad, Lumion
TEAM SIZE Individual (Renders) Partner (Drafting)
This lakeside house serves as a second home for the clients. The design aimed to create a warm and inviting space filled with natural light and a beautiful view of the water. The main floor features a sauna, living area, kitchen, dining room, terrace, and an accessible bedroom. The second level includes the main bedroom and guest bedrooms, along with an open area overlooking the living space below, enhancing the flow of natural light. Additionally, there is a two-car garage with a loft space above.
