D T A was launched in 1995 as a design/ build company with a commitment to excellent client service and thoughtful design. Since our inception, we maintained that commitment as our office continued to operate as a collaborative architecture studio.

Our work can be found throughout British Columbia*, Alberta*, Manitoba* and Washington (USA)*.

​In October, 2022, D T A merged with collabor8 ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN INC. ​With a team of over 30 people, and offices in Vancouver and Calgary, our combined resources bring an even greater depth of skills and abilities to your project needs.

DENIS TURCO
PRINCIPAL | FOUNDER | ARCHITECT AIBC MRAIC

​"Denis’ team leadership, organizational skills, and ability to 'get things accomplished' are traits that fit your project’s needs. He listens well, but also will openly and tactfully advise if better and wiser directions are identified. He has the ability to make positive logical recommendations that are in the best interest of the clients he serves."                                                                  
​Frank Findlay, Past Chair 
​Port Coquitlam Senior Citizens' Housing Society

Denis has over 30 years of experience in project design and development management. He moulds ideas into creative design solutions that are both functional and practical. Denis is also a leader in the areas of contract administration, viable alternative evaluation and Value Engineering (cost control). His ability to work with diverse groups and listen, gather data, then formulate viable options for continued refinement and consensus, are amongst his strongest traits. With his 'hands on' design and property development experience, knowledge of construction technology and his sterling reputation as a Design Professional, Denis brings a wide range of expertise and a practical methodology to the team.