one:1 is a Toronto-based architecture and design studio founded on the belief that great design should be accessible to everyone.
We are committed to creative, playful, and thoughtful solutions that challenge conventional thinking and champion open-sourcing, material exploration, durability, and sustainable building practices. Whether we are designing buildings, or objects, our approach is characterized by the same level of rigor and attention to detail.
We bring a collaborative process to each project, and are inspired by our clients’ needs, desires, and sensibilities.
one:1 is co-founded by Suhaib Arnaoot and Dakota Wares-Tani
Suhaib (M. ARCH, OAA) is a licensed architect with over 10 years of professional experience. After graduating from the University of Toronto, he worked for several reputable Toronto firms and architects including KPMB, Steven Fong Architect, Adamson Associates Architects and Baird Sampson Neuert Architects. His experience includes working on projects ranging from high-profile tall buildings in Manhattan and large-scale institutional projects to small commercial and residential projects in downtown Toronto. In addition to new builds, Suhaib has led several heritage preservation & renewal projects for the City of Guelph and the City of Mississauga, relying heavily on his knowledge of contemporary building practices and material science.
Dakota (M. ARCH) is a multidisciplinary designer with 10 years of experience working in the field of architecture and interior design. Besides her contributions to award-winning construction projects, Dakota has been instrumental in developing graphic and marketing strategies for several award-winning Toronto architectural studios including RAW Design, Lamas Architecture, and Steven Fong Architect. Her formal training at OCAD University and the Daniel’s School of Architecture combined with her innate interest in painting, sculpture, and design management, gives her a unique perspective and approach to design.