“Architecture is more than designing buildings and working with clients; it’s also understanding how to run an entire project and an entire business. I love working in support of the whole Solares team.”
Carla was introduced to architecture early in life through her father, a trained architect. Family holidays usually involved building tours, which instilled a fascination of architecture as “a way of understanding a culture,” she says.
Carla earned both Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from the University of Waterloo, and began her professional career in Vancouver with a green building consultancy. There, she advised developers on LEED certification and contributed to the development of guidelines aimed at reducing the environmental impact of buildings. After returning to Toronto, she worked on a range of sustainability‑focused initiatives, including consulting for the film and television industry on environmental performance and the development of a greenhouse gas emissions calculator for productions.
At Solares, Carla works closely with Christine to manage the administrative, operational, and promotional aspects of the practice. Her role supports the smooth day‑to‑day running of the studio and the long‑term development of the firm, allowing project teams to remain focused on design and project delivery. She brings a strong understanding of sustainability, systems thinking, and organizational structure, helping ensure that Solares’ values are reflected consistently across all areas of our work.
