Fifteen years of designing structures that respect mountain environments
Our firm began when the founding partners grew frustrated with urban-based architects who treated mountain sites as novelties. These outside designers would specify flat roofs in snow country, position garages on the uphill side of lots, and select materials that deteriorated within five winters.
We established pebble-glen to offer something different: architectural services from people who actually live and build in mountain communities. Our office sits in a building we designed ourselves, heated by systems we specified, surrounded by landscaping suited to this elevation.
The values that guide every project we undertake
Every lot has natural drainage patterns, existing vegetation worth preserving, and views that should inform window placement. We spend considerable time on-site before drafting begins.
We design for durability measured in decades. This means selecting materials that weather gracefully, specifying systems that can be maintained locally, and anticipating how families change over time.
New construction should complement existing neighborhood character without slavish imitation. We study local architectural vernacular and interpret it through contemporary building science.
Mountain construction costs more than valley building. We acknowledge this openly and help clients prioritize features that deliver the most value per dollar spent.
Building codes vary significantly between municipalities in mountainous regions. What passes inspection in one town may require variance applications in another. Some communities have design guidelines governing roof pitches, exterior colors, or fence heights.
Our team maintains current knowledge of requirements across British Columbia and Alberta mountain communities. We have completed projects in Banff, Jasper, Canmore, Invermere, Kimberley, Nelson, Rossland, Revelstoke, Golden, Fernie, Whistler, Squamish, and numerous smaller settlements.
This experience translates directly into smoother approvals and fewer surprises during construction.
Architects and designers who choose to live where they work
Principal Architect
Design Director
Project Manager
Technical Specialist
Every project begins with a conversation. We want to understand not just what you want to build, but how you intend to use it. A vacation cabin sees different demands than a year-round residence. A retail space serving summer tourists operates differently than one catering to locals in winter.
We meet on-site when possible. Walking the property together reveals conditions that photographs miss: prevailing winds, noise from nearby roads, the quality of light at different hours. You share your goals and constraints. We offer preliminary observations about what the site can accommodate.
Based on our discussions, we prepare schematic designs showing floor plans, exterior massing, and key material choices. These drawings are working documents meant for revision. Most projects go through several rounds of refinement as we balance competing priorities.
Once the design is settled, we produce detailed drawings and specifications sufficient for permitting and bidding. Our documents reflect local construction practices, making them easier for regional contractors to price accurately.
We remain available throughout building to answer questions, review submittals, and address issues that arise. Some clients want us on-site weekly. Others prefer occasional check-ins. We adapt to your preference.
We are currently accepting new residential and commercial commissions.
Contact UsProject descriptions and team information represent current conditions at time of publication. Staff availability varies. Past project success does not guarantee identical outcomes for future work, as each site presents unique conditions and requirements. Prospective clients should discuss specific needs directly with our team.