For more than thirty years, Naylor Architect Inc. has built its reputation on deep industry expertise and a commitment to elevating brand environments. The firm’s experience includes developing corporate design standards, adapting international brands for Canadian markets, managing multi-location rollouts, and guiding franchise clients through detailed construction and cost-saving strategies. With a specialized focus on the restaurant and hospitality sector, Naylor Architect Inc. proudly partners with more than 15 major brands including Yum! Brands, Wendy’s, A&W, Mary Brown’s, The Keg, Moxies, Recipe Unlimited, and Panera Bread, delivering projects ranging from compact food-court locations to large-scale flagship restaurants.
Supported by a skilled team of project managers and technical staff, the firm is trusted by national brands for its ability to manage complex project dynamics - from coordinating across multiple client departments to navigating tight schedules, renovation challenges, and unique site conditions. Project experience spans historic buildings, mixed-use towers, airports, and shopping centres, always with a focus on meeting occupancy deadlines that align with staff training and operational launch dates. Acting as brand ambassadors for several clients, the team safeguards the full customer experience, from built form to interior design and FF&E.
Naylor Architect Inc. delivers award-winning yet practical designs rooted in budget awareness, performance, and constructability. The firm provides complete architectural services including site analysis, due diligence, design, documentation, and construction administration, along with additional support such as lease consulting and property management. Known for producing highly coordinated drawings that minimize extras, the practice works confidently within all major construction contract models and maintains active licenses across several Canadian provinces. Above all, Naylor Architect Inc. remains dedicated to helping clients achieve successful, timely, and well-executed projects.
Creating Exceptional Branded Environments That Inspire Connection
Naylor Architect Inc. envisions a built world where every restaurant and hospitality space elevates the guest experience, strengthens brand identity, and performs flawlessly.
Our vision is to continue leading the industry in delivering intelligent, buildable, and memorable environments that help national brands grow while meeting the technical, operational, and experiential demands of modern commercial architecture.
Designing With Purpose, Precision, and Brand Integrity
Our mission is to provide comprehensive architectural services that support our clients from concept to occupancy, combining award-winning design with practical execution. We commit to balancing creativity with cost, schedule, and performance while acting as stewards of each brand’s identity.
Through rigorous due diligence, clear communication, and deep expertise in restaurant and hospitality environments, we ensure every project opens on time, on budget, and above expectation.
Built on Expertise, Collaboration, and Accountability
We value the trust our clients place in us and honour it through technical excellence, thoughtful communication, and unwavering commitment to quality. Our team believes in proactive problem solving, transparent coordination, and designing environments that respect both brand and budget.
With decades of experience and a national project portfolio, we work with integrity, responsibility, and a shared desire to deliver projects that stand the test of time.
FAQ
Explore essential information about our services, expertise, and how we support commercial and hospitality projects across Canada.
We focus on hospitality, commercial, retail, automotive, airport concessions, and light multi residential projects, delivering high performing spaces with consistent quality.
Our firm brings more than 25 years of industry experience and continues to support over 45 recurring clients across Canada.
Yes, Naylor Architect is licensed in every Canadian province except Quebec, allowing us to manage national rollouts and permitting.
Our strength lies in prototype adaptation, multi site architecture, operational planning, and the ability to move projects quickly without sacrificing quality.
We handle concept design, planning, construction documents, permitting, site coordination, and ongoing support for evolving brand needs.
Yes, we work with major operators in airports, national restaurant chains, automotive groups, and commercial developers who rely on us for consistent delivery.
Naylor Architect is an architecture firm dedicated to designing high performing hospitality and commercial environments across Canada.
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