Our Team
Ralph Holmes Associate, Project Manager BES | BArch | OAA Toronto

As a project manager in the DIALOG Toronto studio, Ralph has vast retail, commercial, educational, and institutional project experience in Canada and abroad. He brings specialized knowledge to our renovation projects, developing adaptable, practical solutions for improving existing conditions. Over the last several years, Ralph has designed a half-dozen parking structures, giving him insight into this evolving building type. He leads teams on complex, large-scale, fast-track projects. Embracing DIALOG’s collaborative ethos, he manages with a calm, steady approach that brings out the best from all players and creates added value for every project. Supremely focused on driving every project to a successful conclusion, Ralph’s work often leads to long-standing client relationships and repeat business.

What’s your favourite DIALOG project?
The Clarington Police Complex, because of how it breaks with tradition and creates an inviting public service building.

Where do you find inspiration?
In the great work of others, from Brunelleschi to Hadid.

What’s your favourite pastime?
Watching figure skating live and in person.

It’s important to encourage confidence in your teammates to help them achieve more than they imagined possible.
Education

Bachelor of Architecture
University of Waterloo

Bachelor of Environmental Studies
University of Waterloo

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