Robert Micacchi is an architect from Woodstock, Ontario, and the founder of Micacchi Architecture, based in Toronto. The son of an engineer in the forestry equipment industry and a kindergarten teacher, he was drawing floor plans from an early age, inspired by technical drawings brought home from work and by the modernist home of a local architect in his neighbourhood. With Italian family roots and a nonna who encouraged his sense of craft and elegance, he stayed focused on architecture through school.

He completed his architectural education at the University of Waterloo, drawn to the program for its co op structure and a term in Italy. Micacchi’s early career combined work terms with office experience in London, England, and later roles at Architects Alliance, KPMB, Diamond Schmitt, and Hotson Bakker Boniface Haden Architects and Urbanists, as well as formative years with Prish Jain at Tact. His thesis explored mid rise housing and the forces that shape cities, from policy to economics. Before launching his own studio, he sought guidance from mentors including Steven Teeple and Richard Wengle.

Since establishing his practice, Micacchi has led projects that range from house renovations and new builds to the repositioning of older apartment buildings by adding new units. One of his early independent projects moved from renovation to a full rebuild, navigating a Committee of Adjustment approval with extensive variances and neighbourhood support. His work also includes an administration building in Turkey developed for a large factory campus, featuring courtyards, expansive glazing, and a custom stone facade system. Today, he leads a team of six and continues to pursue housing typologies that balance proven performance with elegance. His work is also shared visually on Instagram.

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