Kristopher Brown Joins the Team

Kristofer Brown has joined the team at Gravity!

He completed his Architectural Technology diploma at SAIT Polytechnic in 2021. Despite the pandemic he persevered with dedication and being highly engaged in online classes. Receiving his diploma with honors, he looks to continue that level of commitment with Gravity Architecture.

Prior to his recent diploma, Kristofer completed the Carpentry program at SAIT where he received his Red Seal Journeyman certification in 2013. During his apprenticeship he gained experience with foundations, renovations, residential/commercial builds, and finishing carpentry. He took his hand at a supervisor position and that’s where he realized he wanted to contribute to the industry in the field of architecture. He knew how to build it, but he wanted to learn what went into the design and how to make the design work with Bylaw and Code regulations.

With a passion for constantly improving his construction and technical knowledge, Kristofer joined Gravity in 2021 where he is currently working on helping the team with project work and learning the ins and outs of the design process.

Permits in Good Hands with Jay Wiwchar

Jay Wiwchar is now Gravity’s Permit Coordinator. He is responsible for the submission and administration of all permits submitted by Gravity, including development permits, building permits, and land use permits.

He brings over 20 years of experience in the construction industry to his position at Gravity. 

He began his journey into the construction industry as an electrician in 1998. After obtaining his Red Seal in the electrical trade, he then obtained Master’s certification and introductory training as a safety codes officer. Always looking to gain knowledge, in 2009 Jay returned to school obtaining a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Communications Studies from the University of Calgary.

Jay’s previous projects in the electrical trade included roles in management and quality control administration and these roles assisted in his sound knowledge of government policy and legislation related to the construction industry. These roles, along with his lifelong fascination with the aesthetics and process of building design ignited Jay’s desire to oversee the administrative function of a project and added to his pursuit of a technology diploma in architecture.

He completed the Architectural Technologist program at SAIT in 2021, fulfilling his childhood aspiration to work in the field of architecture.

Jay has lived in Calgary for the past 20 years and enjoys the company of his wife and cats, renovating his century home, cycling, skiing, and long drives in the countryside.

We welcome Jay to the team at Gravity!

Gravity is Hiring

Gravity has been transitioning from a small boutique residential design firm into a full-service, multi-office architecture firm. With larger and more complex projects, we are in need of team players who will extend our great reputation for high quality work while maintaining our positive working environment. We are currently searching for a Project Architect and a Senior Architectural Technologist for our Calgary office. 

The successful candidates will be working on architecture projects from predesign through construction and contract administration. They will be working on a variety of projects, interacting with clients, vendors, and our technical team. They will be set into an excellent position of growing within this expanding firm. 

More information is on our careers page.

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During these uncertain times, Gravity Architecture remains committed to the safety and well-being of our staff and visitors, while continuing to provide responsive solutions to our clients. With Alberta and BC’s new COVID-19 restrictions in place, access to our studios will be by appointment only.⁠

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