David Clusiau
Architect, AAA, OAA, AIBC, FRAIC, CAHP
Vice President, Design, North America
David is a leader, visionary and distinguished architect whose designs have shaped the built environment for more than 40 years. As Vice President of Design at NORR, David works across multiple sectors, providing strategic direction and design leadership for both large complex projects and small-scale assignments, working collaboratively with clients and partners to find an inspired and appropriate vision.
David champions the design conversation within the firm, leading the internal NORR Design Forum and actively mentoring the firm’s next generation of designers. He is the founding chair of the Canadian Academy of Architecture for Justice, Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, member of the Metrolinx Design Review Panel and Chair of the City of Hamilton Design Review Panel.
A LEED® AP professional since 2004, David is an advocate for sustainability and has shared his knowledge through various articles and lectures. Many of his projects represent firsts in their respective areas and have won awards for their forward-looking green design.
His award-winning portfolio features heritage rehabilitations and landmark projects including the Union Station Revitalization Project, Ontario Court of Justice-Toronto, Sir John A MacDonald Building and Wellington Building facilities for the House of Commons.
David’s focus on leveraging the unique requirements and qualities of each project to achieve functional, enduring and beautiful solutions is recharged by the time he spends outdoors cross-country skiing and canoeing in northern Ontario.
