Team
Giorgio Giovinazzo
Principle Architect
With over 25 years of architectural experience, architecture is more than just buildings — it is about people, stories, and dreams. Each project is an opportunity to connect with life, creating inclusive spaces that nurture individuals and communities on their unique journeys. Our approach is rooted in the belief that we are part of a shared environment, shaped by culture, memory, and emotion. Architecture possesses the power to foster connection, belonging, and a strong sense of place and well being.
The focus is on helping clients envision spaces that not only meet immediate needs but also reflect their values, history, and aspirations. Through thoughtful design, spaces are created where stories unfold, identities are expressed, and futures are shaped. The approach goes beyond simple functionality — it’s about crafting experiences that engage both the heart and the mind.
“Every design is an opportunity to deeply connect with life, creating inclusive spaces that support and nurture all individuals and communities on their unique journeys.”
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of serving on the Welland Public Library Board, chairing the Welland Heritage Committee, and contributing to civic and cultural initiatives that prioritize community well-being. One of my proudest achievements was leading the Welland Downtown Revitalization Study, which helped shape the future of both City Hall and the Public Library.
In every project, key questions guide the design process: Who is this for? What will this place say about us? How will it foster belonging or distinction? What values does it reflect, and what futures does it support? These questions help ensure that every design is more than just a physical structure; it is a space that inspires dreams, honors the past, and embraces the potential of the future.
Rose Xu
Architecture Intern
Rose is an architecture intern who is currently studying at the University of Waterloo, School of Architecture. While working collaboratively within the team, she consistently demonstrates her exceptional vision for conceptual design and 3D rendering skills, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that elevate the overall design quality.
“Crawling was the first movement that I learned in my childhood—the first way I engaged with the world. As my hands met the cold, smooth floor, I discovered surfaces, textures, and space itself. That moment of tactile exploration sparked a lifelong curiosity about how environments shape experience.”
“To me, architecture is an extension of that discovery. It is not just about structures but about how space feels, how it guides movement, and how it connects people. “
“Each design decision should express the spirit of our time, echoing harmoniously between nature and humanity.”
Giorgio Giovinazzo Architect
16 Empress Ave, Welland, ON 289 820 8090
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