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Mike joined the Mavericks team in 2019 after successfully running his residential design company in Victoria, BC for over a decade. He followed his heart and moved to the west coast of Canada to Salt Spring Island from Boston, Massachusetts to marry his wife Robin. While living many years on Salt Spring Island Mike started a family as well as gained a background in Rammed Earth building design, 3D computer modeling, steel fabrication, and architectural rendering. Mike is an incredibly talented artist that creates timeless masterpieces and is always up for a design challenge. Not your typical Artist, Mike is also grounded, skillful in navigating bylaw requirements and aware of structural limitations in construction systems and materials. You can rely on Mike to plan accordingly and combine his designs into the building lots' natural environment for full integration. His designs are buildable, tailored to our client’s intent and simply beautiful. Mike is passionate about craft beers, whiskey, and loves playing bass guitar with his local band.

Daniel joined the Mavericks team in 2020 after gaining extensive experience in multi-story concrete structures, masonry, and steel. He performed his masters in structural engineering at the University of Alberta where he demonstrated superior understanding in fundamental concepts. Daniel is comfortable in multiple structural modeling softwares including Autodesk Robot Structural design Professional which seamlessly integrates with our Revit modeling software. It allows us to effectively combine steps and come ahead of the competition with the agility of our design and the ability to adjust as we go. Daniel boost an impressive design portfolio ranging from complex single-family residence wood frame to new built commercial and industrial building, such as the new Kelowna Mercedes-Benz Dealership and the iconic Roxy Theatre in Edmonton. Dan enjoys wood working, DIY projects and the occasional hockey game.

Starting his construction career on the tools, Darren worked as a builder for many years. He is an expert at finding 'the diamond' in the rough on the market and transforming it into the most profitable real estate option. Continually improving his craftsmanship and in-turn, tool collection, has given him what he requires when crossing the next 'project' bridge. 

Graduate Cert. in Project Management (PMI) from Royal Roads University - Victoria, BC

Bachelors in Justice Studies from Royal Roads University - Victoria, BC

Diploma/Certificate in Business Administration from University of Victoria - Victoria, BC

Roger started his career in the Canadian Armed Forces as an non-commissioned member for the Air Force. He served most of his time in Winnipeg until deciding to pursue a career in technical drafting. For over 20years, he worked as an architectural technician for the re-known firm Dube Matte Architect  in the Montreal area. Under Mr. Matt he learnt the intricacy of architectural building science, design and detailing associated with it. Later on, he started his own company as general contractor for high end residential single-family dwelling and multi residential units (40+ units) in Montreal. When Roger started contemplating early retirement, his son Keil offered him to join the Mavericks team to return to his drafting roots. Roger brings to the table a high technical knowledge combined with hands on construction experience. He knows how to build things…he knows how to communicate it through technical architectural and structural plans! He was a perfect fit with for the team and has been with us since the beginning.