We are team of designers 20 years in the making, committed to creating spaces that inspire and endure. At Amaya Design, we don't just design, we partner with builders, developers, and communities to bring visionary projects to life.
Who We Are
A team of designers 20 years in the making.
We create spaces that inspire and endure, partnering with builders, developers, and communities to bring thoughtful residential projects to life.
Studio Focus
Architectural design, development, and project coordination.
Approach
Practical, buildable, and design-led from first sketch to execution.
Perspective
A deep understanding of urban development, real estate, and construction.
Studio Story
Designing spaces that inspire, endure, and get built well.
Amaya Legacy
20
Years in the making.
We specialize in architectural design, development, and project coordination, ensuring that every design is not only aesthetically compelling but also practical and buildable.
With a deep understanding of urban development, real estate trends, and construction processes, we work closely with our builder partners to deliver high-quality, well-executed projects that enhance communities and stand the test of time.
Leadership
Cesar Amaya
Founder and Principal
Cesar Amaya is the founder and principal of Amaya Design, leading the firm with a passion for architectural innovation, urban development, and real estate strategy. With a deep understanding of residential design, Cesar has built a reputation for creating thoughtful, efficient, and buildable designs that serve both builders and communities.
Beyond design, Cesar is an entrepreneur and real estate developer, actively involved in shaping Calgary's urban landscape. Through Amaya Design and its affiliated companies, Cesar bridges the gap between architecture, development, and construction, ensuring that projects are not only visually compelling but also practical, profitable, and aligned with market needs.
Our Team
Designers, coordinators, and visual thinkers working as one studio.
Alejandro Arcila
Senior Architectural Designer
A seasoned architectural designer with over 20 years of experience, Alejandro began his journey as a registered architect in his native Colombia, where he designed and oversaw multiple projects from concept to completion. Alejandro continued his journey in Canada over 10 years ago, and since then he has been involved in multiple projects with a strong focus on residential drafting.
Chantelle Rodriguez
Director of Product Development / Senior Architectural Designer
With close to 15 years of experience as an architectural designer, Chantelle is an organizational guru. She uses her experience from working with large home builders to continue developing and implementing systems at Amaya Design. A savvy draftsperson and designer, Chantelle brings a blend of organizational skill and technical ability to her role.
Bree Wilson
Architectural Designer
Bree is one of the newest members of our design team and is quickly making her mark. She brings a fresh perspective, a strong passion for residential design, and valuable experience from both custom home design firms and production builders. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and attention to detail help bring new energy to every project she works on.
Pamela (Pam) Felita
Visual Artist / Junior Team Lead
An architect from her native Indonesia, Pam has been supporting Amaya Design in all visual needs for over three years. An experienced designer with excellent artistic flair, she is an exceptional 3D artist. Pam also leads the studio's team of junior techs, helping shape them into the designers of the future at Amaya Design.