MARANT Construction - Toronto - MARANT Construction Limited

A symmetrical office workspace features wood-paneled accents, polished concrete flooring, and clustered cubicle desks framed by white partition walls displaying framed photographs beneath exposed ceiling pipes and linear light fixtures.

Although the work of contractors and architects is usually based on constructing environments for others, MARANT had the unique opportunity to design and build their own work environment in a converted industrial sawmill. The timber and brick building, located in Leaside, was originally built as a sawmill, but it was more recently used as a commercial chemical production/warehouse company. The existing building interior was gutted, including all HVAC and electrical and dramatically reworked in preparation for its new life as an office and warehouse facility. An internal staircase was also constructed.

Early design discussions confirmed the space would need to maintain some of its industrial heritage, exhibit the high level of craftsmanship that MARANT is known to deliver and, finally, to engage and inspire clients, staff and colleagues who would be using the space on a daily basis. Concrete, steel, timber and terra cotta (conventional “raw” construction materials that are typically concealed) were brought forward as “finish” materials within MARANT’s new office facility.

Location: 200 Wicksteed Avenue, Toronto, ON
Size: 14,000 sf
Prime Consultant: Building Arts Architects

A minimalist office reception lobby features a light wood front desk positioned beneath cylindrical pendant lights, bordered by a dark structural beam and a vertical slatted wood divider displaying the "MARANI" company sign.

We can always count on MARANT to work with us to find solutions that meet our design ambitions, as well as the owner’s needs and budget.

Jason Smirnis Partner, Building Arts Architects

A modern office workspace nook features black mesh rolling chairs gathered around a white meeting table beneath cascading glass globe pendant lights, set against a warm wood-paneled accent wall and black overhead structural trusses.

An industrial-style office workspace features modular desks with light-wood trim and built-in shelving, organized on polished concrete flooring beneath exposed black ceiling trusses and linear light fixtures.

A modern architectural staircase features open wooden treads and a black metal railing set against a towering vertical slatted wood accent wall on polished concrete floors.

A modern office breakroom features stainless steel appliances, warm wooden cabinetry, and a long island counter with barstools alongside round dining tables set before large glass window walls.

A modern red brick commercial building features clean architectural lines, dark-trimmed windows, a landscaped front garden bed with green shrubbery, and a small paved parking area under a partly cloudy blue sky.