a Wellround t e a m a t y o u r s e r v i c e

DBLIO is a design studio that re-envisions the worlds of architecture and space planning. We're Architects, Designers, Artists, Project Managers, and above all Worthy business partners you can trust and rely on. Our aim is to enhance life on Earth, one building at a time.

Photo: The Hill, California, 2020
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Wonderful a n d Within-budget

At DBLIO we understand that less can indeed be more, through a more thorough design process. We work with our client's project budget to come up with design solutions that are both original and efficient.

Photo (Left): Boutique Hotel, Minnesota, 2021
Photo (Right): The Hill, California, 2020
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Wholesome d e s i g n s , f o r a h e a l t h y f u t u r e !

The built environment has a direct effect on our health, both physical and mental. At DBLIO we understand that, and thus use a Wholesome approach to design spaces that are more than just being functional and good-looking, but also promoting positive Wellbeing for their users and the communities around them. This extends to the integration of sustainablity practices in our designs, so that not only our present will be healthy, but our future too.

Photo: Triangle House, Delaware, 2021
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The team

Wael El Gendy

Founder | Principal Architect
Wael is a licensed Architect in British Columbia, and a member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC). He’s an architect, designer, and a leader with 20 years of experience in architecture, mostly focusing on the multi-family mixed-use developments and commercial sector.

Known for being a problem-solver and target-oriented, his commitment to the project’s, and client’s, goals creates a foundation of trust and respect between him, his clients, and other consultants involved in his projects.

Carla Solari

Associate | Project Manager
Carla is a licensed Architect in Argentina, and an Intern Architect in British Columbia. She has over 10 years of experience in the multi-family mixed-use and commercial sectors. With many projects under her belt she is well-versed with project management and has the skill set to drive project teams to achieve project targets on a timely manner and within set budgets.

Zohreh Mahdiar

Associate | Code Consultant
Zohreh is a licensed Architect in British Columbia, a Certified Professional, and building code expert. She has 19 years of experience in architecture, including 3 years as a city plan review manager. Zohreh is the code expert on the team, offering our clients the peace of mind of knowing that their project documentation have been prepared to the highest standards.

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