Adventures | Tavrix Adventures Architecture

Look, I've spent the better part of two decades designing spaces where people push their limits, reconnect with nature, and make memories that stick. Every project here taught me something new about how architecture can amplify adventure rather than just contain it.

Mountain Retreat

Whistler Peak Lodge

The One That Changed Everything

Honestly, this project almost broke me. Building at 1,800 meters with weather windows that'd close without warning? Brutal. But here's what we figured out – instead of fighting the mountain, we used it.

The main lodge literally wraps around existing rock formations. Guests eat breakfast watching avalanche paths through triple-glazed walls that took six months to engineer. The geothermal system pulls heat from 200 meters down, and we're running at 85% energy independence.

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Guest Rooms

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LEED Gold

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Interactive Adventure Map

Click on each project to explore the unique challenges and solutions we've tackled across Western Canada.

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Coastal Canopy Adventures

Squamish, BC

Seven zipline platforms spanning old-growth forest. The trick was anchoring into 300-year-old Douglas firs without harming them – took three arborists and a lot of custom hardware.

2.3km total length 50,000 visitors/year

Opening 2026

The Bastion Climbing Complex

Vancouver, BC

Converting an old grain elevator into a 15-meter climbing facility. The concrete's in amazing shape, and the industrial vibe? Chef's kiss. Added massive windows so climbers can watch the sunset over False Creek.

4,200 sq ft climbing surface Adaptive reuse project

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Backcountry Hut Network

Kootenay Rockies, BC

Eight huts across 120km of alpine terrain. Everything got helicoptered in. We prefabbed 90% off-site, and each hut sleeps 12 with composting toilets and solar power. Zero grid connection, zero waste hauled out.

8 remote structures 100% off-grid

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Pemberton Bike Park Hub

Pemberton, BC

Base facility for 40km of trails. The bike wash system recycles water through three filtration stages. Repair stations got designed with actual mechanics – turns out architects don't know everything about torque wrenches.

40km trail network Closed-loop water system

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Tofino Marine Center

Tofino, BC

Kayak and SUP launch facility that handles 4-meter tides. The dock system floats on recycled plastic pontoons, and we installed heated changing rooms because hypothermia isn't fun. Trust me on that one.

Tidal range adapted 200 watercraft capacity

Opening Spring 2026

Okanagan Valley Glamping

Kelowna, BC

Twenty-four luxury tent platforms on a vineyard hillside. Each unit's got heated floors, star-gazing skylights, and private decks. The challenge? Making it feel remote while being 10 minutes from downtown.

24 luxury units Zero tree removal

The Philosophy Behind It All

After working on 50+ adventure projects, I've learned that the best architecture basically gets out of the way. Your structure should enhance the experience, not compete with it.

Context First

I spend more time on site than in the office. You can't design for a place you don't understand – the wind patterns, the snow load, how light moves through the trees at 6am.

Minimal Footprint

If we're building in pristine environments, we'd better not screw them up. Every project needs to justify its existence through sustainable design and operational practices.

User-Tested Reality

I rope in guides, operators, and guests during design. They'll tell you real quick if your brilliant idea actually works when someone's tired, wet, and carrying 30 pounds of gear.

Built to Last

Extreme environments eat buildings for breakfast. We over-engineer the hell out of everything, then test it some more. Maintenance access isn't glamorous, but it matters.

Site visit at 2,200m elevation, checking foundation work before the weather window closed. These moments matter more than any render.

What Makes Adventure Architecture Different?

It's not just about building codes and CAD drawings. Here's what actually matters when you're designing for adventure.

Weather Extremes Aren't Suggestions

That -40°C design temperature? It'll actually happen. The 200km/h wind rating? You'll see 180. We design for the extremes because they're not theoretical – they're Tuesday afternoon in February.

I've seen too many projects cut corners on weather resistance. Six months later, they're calling with ice dam problems or blown-out windows. Not on my watch.

Logistics Make or Break You

When your site's only accessible by helicopter three months a year, you get creative fast. We've built entire structures from components that fit in a Bell 212. Everything's numbered, everything's tested, no room for "we'll figure it out on site."

Material selection becomes this weird puzzle – what's strong, light, weather-proof, and won't cost a fortune to fly in?

Safety Can't Be an Afterthought

People are gonna do risky stuff in and around these buildings. Our job's making sure the architecture doesn't add to that risk. Handrails that work with gloves on. Non-slip surfaces that stay non-slip when wet. Lighting that doesn't mess with night vision.

We work with risk management pros from day one. Sometimes they shoot down our coolest ideas – and they're usually right.

The View's Part of the Design

You don't build in spectacular locations then block the view with walls. Every window placement gets debated. Sometimes we'll shift an entire floor plan 3 meters because it frames the glacier better. Sounds excessive? Wait till you see the guest reviews.

We use a ton of 3D modeling to preview sightlines from every room, every season, different times of day. Worth it every time.

Want to Build Something Amazing?

Whether you're planning a backcountry lodge, an adventure park, or something we've never seen before – let's talk about it.

I'm always up for a challenge, especially if it involves beautiful locations and pushing what's possible. Fair warning though – I'll probably suggest three site visits before we even talk about designs. That's just how this works.

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Got Questions About Adventure Architecture?

I get asked about cold climate building, sustainable practices, and remote construction constantly. Happy to share what I've learned – just shoot me an email or give us a call.

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