We work closely with architects, artists, developers and contractors to plan and build world-class art, architecture, and placemaking experiences. By sharing our highly specialized knowledge and decades of industry experience, we ignite bold thinking and amplify the creative process.

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A 20-year quest. Over 1,000 unique projects. One highly refined process.

The PLAN—BUILD™ process streamlines and simplifies complex projects. It's designed to provide efficiencies right out of the gate.

 
 

PLAN PHASE

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The Why

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Discovery

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Schematic

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Development

BUILD PHASE

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Production

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Installation

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Experience

OUR WORK SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.

We’re pushing the limits of what’s possible, connecting people to their public spaces in a way that helps enrich their lives.

 
 
 
 

Connecting people
through placemaking.

People gathered and posing in front of the Wonderland head. Walking hand-in-hand in West Eau Claire, Calgary and enjoying the views on the Glacier Skywalk in Jasper, Alberta.
 
 
 

Facilitating an
architect’s vision.

 
 
Unique window frames at York University. An executive staircase in the Telus Sky building and a beautiful architectural feature on the ceiling of the Simons building in downtown Calgary.
 
 
 

Helping artists leave a
legacy in the public realm.

 
 
Various artistic features from projects that span the North America.
 
 
 
 

Strengthening community
brands for developers.

 
 
Unique experiential design that drastically improves upon the curb-side appearance of new developments.
 
 
 

Delivering interactive,
immersive experiences.

Immersive experiences that are designed to be enjoyed by everyone. Bringing these unique experiences to the streets.
 
 
 
 

Collaborating with
landscape architects.

 
 
Putting the polish on landscape architecture projects. People enjoying a bike ride amongst the West Eau Claire Delta Gardens. An artistic feature mimicking aspen trees, to the Carrington skate park.
 
 

AN UNCONVENTIONAL APPROACH CAN LEAD TO BREAKTHROUGH IDEAS.

Engaging us early — before concept development — can bring significant efficiency to the entire process.

 

Why? We have a deep understanding of the constraints you might encounter, and the ways to work through them to turn a bold vision into reality. Over 15 years of experience has taught us that the bolder the vision, the more complicated the execution. Our PLAN—BUILD™ process helps ensure predictability, so you have the freedom to be bold.

EARLY ENGAGEMENT
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EVENTS AND NEWS

As our reputation grows, our projects become more ambitious, complex, and exciting. Check out the latest.

 
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CANADA’S LARGEST FIREPLACE
CANADA’S LARGEST FIREPLACE

Heavy created Canada's largest fireplace as the centrepiece gathering place in the BMO Centre lobby.

TELUS LIVING WALL
TELUS LIVING WALL

Telus Sky Living Wall Architectural Feature - BIG and Dialog’s vision included a sleek, eye-catching 8-storey living wall accompanied by beautiful yet functional, seamless atrium stair.

GLENBOW REIMAGINED CLADDING
GLENBOW REIMAGINED CLADDING

Calgary’s Glenbow Museum was built in 1973 in a bunker-like style that prevented any natural light into the space - and without an external front door. The Heavy team is working in creative partnership with the architects at DIALOG to reimagine the facade of this historic building.

 

  • “Heavy’s knowledge, quality and patience while working through the design phase allowed us to ensure that the end product was achievable and well executed. We also appreciated how Heavy coordinated their work with both structural and architectural considerations, including related scopes such as glazing and stainless steel. This helped mitigate the risk associated with coordinating trade scopes on such a unique build.”

    — PCL Construction Management Inc.
    Scott Updegrave & Keith Bowers

  • “Working with the Heavy team was not typical. It was collaborative, exciting, fast-paced and fun. As a result a completely personalized, unique and truly iconic piece of artwork was delivered, which far exceeded the project team's expectations."

    — CANA Management Ltd.
    Erin Thorp

  • “In today's construction industry your company clearly stands for making a difference and pushing the design and fabrication envelope to a new level. We experienced this throughout the project in every interaction we had, from concept to the completion, with the installation crew on site."

    — Ledcor Construction Limited
    George Thomson

  • "Ms. Anholt’s design may be described as simple to execute — it wasn’t. This simplicity required an emotional commitment to the project and attention to every detail to ensure that it was done right. It was done right and looks fantastic! It is also important to note that the project was done on time and on budget. Simply put, Heavy exceeded all of our expectations”. Due to the sensitivity of the archaeology and the extremely high profile nature of the site, it was important that the installation of “Marking and Memory" be executed perfectly. Ms. Anholt recommended Heavy. She had worked with Heavy on many of her installations across Canada and felt that they were the most qualified contractor to execute the work."

    — Fort Calgary Preservation Society
    Sara-Jane Gruetzner

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