Tyson is a Partner at GEC and a registered architect in Ontario, BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. His path to architecture began in the world of science—he holds a Bachelor of Science in Cellular, Molecular, and Microbial Biology from the University of Calgary and a Master of Architecture from the University of British Columbia—and his work still reflects that early fascination with complex systems, processes, and solving puzzles.
Since joining GEC as a student in 2005, Tyson has grown through nearly every role: intern, architect, associate, and now partner. Today, he leads the Toronto studio and contributes to design and business development efforts across the firm. His project focus includes transportation, post-secondary, and large-scale adaptive reuse—often the kinds of complex challenges that demand both analytical precision and a deeply human lens. He’s especially proud of his work on Edmonton's Stadium Station, where thoughtful design not only transformed a key public space but also helped reduce safety incidents—a reminder that architecture can, quite literally, change behaviour.
For Tyson, the magic happens when you trust your people, trust the process, and say what you mean. He leads with humour and heart, and his teammates know him as someone who brings levity to tough conversations and respect to every table.
If a project is in its early stages—full of questions, ambiguity, and room to explore—you’ll usually find Tyson there, sketching ideas, finding common ground, and translating complex issues into solutions. He’s energized by the work of understanding problems before solving them, and he approaches each project as a new opportunity to improve everyday life through design.
Outside of architecture, Tyson recharges through hikes, family adventures, and gardening—anything that lets him slow down and reconnect. If he weren’t doing this, he jokes he might still be sorting mail in a high-rise somewhere. But we’re glad he isn’t. His work is helping to shape a more livable, human public realm, one station, studio, or puzzle at a time.