3Stones Design + Architecture

3stones architecture + design “Wemakearchitecture that is engaging, distinctive, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a delight to the senses,” says Sean O’Reilly, founder and principal behind 3stones . Sean is a graduate of the University of Waterloo School of Architecture, and has been in the architecture realm for over 30 years. In that time, he has travelled across Canada and abroad, and he has worked for some of the most well-known and celebrated firms in North America. In 2002, he left his last large office to form his own boutique practice, with the goal of doing a large variety of work and “keeping things interesting.” The name ‘ 3stones ’ was chosen as a reflection of Sean’s design philosophy. He believes that the best designs achieve a harmonious balance between three worlds: the physical natural world, the cultural world of human inhabitation, and the spiritual wellbeing of humankind. That’s why the company’s designs are not only functional, but enjoyable spaces to live in and move through. As for the ‘stone’ part of the name, Sean explains that it is the simplest, oldest, and most enduring of all building materials. Whether pulled from the ground, or shaped and carved, the stone is a symbol of endurance and permanence. “We make architecture that is engaging, distinctive, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a delight to the senses.”