Toronto based architecture firm. Clean lines, practical solutions and extraordinary spaces.

Sixteen Degree Studio was started by Kelly Doyle and Stephanie Vermeulen to practice refreshing, thoughtful architecture. Stephanie and Kelly grew up in Toronto, built their careers in the city and have worked side by side for more than a decade. Together they create clean, timeless projects, with a hint of playfulness. The practice prides itself on being organized and personable. The team listens to their clients, earnestly asks questions and is enthusiastic about their work.

Kelly Doyle, Principal

Born in Toronto, Canada, Kelly completed a Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies Degree at Dalhousie University's School of Architecture in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Kelly developed strong project management skills while working with Kohn Shnier architects on projects of varying sizes, including institutional, commercial, retail and single family dwellings. Her experience with municipal applications and her pragmatic problem solving skills ensure that projects are realized to the best of their potential. Kelly's passion for good, timeless built design is complimented by her love of running which takes her through the streets and trails of Toronto and to race in locations around the world. 

Stephanie Vermeulen, Principal

Stephanie graduated from the University of Waterloo with a professional M.Arch Degree. Through her studies she had the opportunity to study in Rome and work for architectural firms in Amsterdam and London.

Upon graduating, she worked at Grimshaw Architects at their London office on a new visitor's centre at the Eden Project and the Stansted Airport Masterplan. She later returned to Toronto and began working with Kohn Shnier architects. It was here that she worked on multi-unit and single family residential projects. Stephanie's keen attention to detail and her strong design sensibility help clients achieve and exceed their project's vision.

Reema Juneja, Associate

Reema received a Bachelor of Architectural Science at Toronto Metropolitan University and continued her studies with a post graduate certificate from Institute Without Boundaries.

Reema has developed a particular interest in interdisciplinary design and project delivery and her career has bridged between project management in construction and a more traditional architectural role. She joined Sixteen Degree Studio in 2018 and has become an instrumental part of our team in all aspects of design and construction.

What’s in a name?

The streets of Toronto do not run perfectly north-south or east-west. The city grid is in fact rotated, sixteen degrees west of north. This means that a site that appears to be north facing, may actually bask in late day western light. We strive to design buildings which are directly informed by their site and context, be it in the city or in the countryside.