We Dramatically Increase Existing and New Buildings' Values Through Innovative, Sustainable, and Financially Rewarding Design, That Makes Occupants Feel Safe, Healthy, and Proud.

why iSD architects?

ISD refers to Innovation, Sustainability, and Durability. At ISD Architects we challenge the status-quo. We challenge the mindset that created the status-quo.

We believe that the current paradigm is as much responsible for the dire crises society is facing today as the harm itself: lack of decent housing, inequality, degradation of resources and the environment, and the object-centered design instead of human-centered creativity.

We invite residential developers to consider investing in better way to design buildings. This in our view isn't a cost issue. It's a commitment issue; a commitment to align with who we really are: creative, cost-effective, and responsible human beings.

Issam (Sam) A. Shukor OAA, AAA, AIBC, MAA, CPHD, is the principal and senior architect at ISD Architects. He is a Certified Passive House Designer with exceptional design skills and wide range of expertise. Sam likes to call himself the Innovative Sketch Designer. For him sketching is more than presentations or visions. They are a source for iterations and an engine of inspiration. Sam believes that creativity is a duty of the architect not a choice or a marketing tag. The source of creativity for him is not technical. It is the clients' needs and aspirations.

To hear Sam's story click on the image below. You can also download his must-read report with invaluable information for anyone thinking to build or invest including how to increase value of design, cost of construction, site impact and the value-added design.

Download the Project Planning Package by clicking on the button below.

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Expedite Your Approvals?

Imagine a world where obtaining Site Plan Approval or a building permit is a smooth and expedited process, regardless of project size, type, or complexity. My team and I specialize in accelerating project approvals, and we are eager to demonstrate how we can assist you.

Before we continue our discussion, I invite you to watch a brief video that showcases our innovative design process. This video is designed to help you avoid delays and design errors. Simply click on the image below, and let me demonstrate the value we can bring to your project. I assure you, this video will provide valuable insights and be well worth your time. Click the image below to watch.

New Design Approach

When building, people often rely on their designer or architect to guide them through the creative design phase. However, many designers still follow conventional methods that can lead to uninspired solutions, delays in design permitting, and increased construction costs.

This is primarily due to a lack of correctly defining the design problem early on and a failure to consider the unique site and owner's requirements. To address these challenges, I offer an on-demand webinar that provides valuable insights on avoiding such scenarios. During the webinar, I discuss the risks involved at an early stage and offer strategies to create a comprehensive action plan that ensures a fixed budget, adheres to design and construction schedules, and ultimately provides peace of mind. Click on the button below to watch the free class.

Watch the Class, Free!

Expedite Your Approvals?

Imagine a world where your Site Plan Approval application or building permit is expedited with ease, regardless of the size, type, or complexity of your project.

I believe my team and I have honed our skills in accelerating project approvals, and I would love to show you how we can help. Before we delve into a quick conversation, I invite you to watch a short video below.

This video sheds light on our innovative design process, designed to save your project from delays and design errors. Simply click on the image below, and let us demonstrate the value we can bring to your project.

I assure you, this video will provide valuable insights and prove worth your time.
Click the image below to watch.

Watch my Free Class

Imagine a world where your Site Plan Approval application or building permit is expedited with ease, regardless of the size, type, or complexity of your project.

I believe my team and I have honed our skills in accelerating project approvals, and I would love to show you how we can help. Before we delve into a quick conversation, I invite you to watch a short video below.

This video sheds light on our innovative design process, designed to save your project from delays and design errors. Simply click on the image below, and let us demonstrate the value we can bring to your project.

I assure you, this video will provide valuable insights and prove worth your time.

Watch the Class, Free!

why iSD architects?

ISD refers to Innovation, Sustainability, and Durability. At ISD Architects we challenge the status-quo. We challenge the mindset that created the status-quo.

We believe that the current paradigm is as much responsible for the dire crises society is facing today as the harm itself: lack of decent housing, inequality, degradation of resources and the environment, and the object-centered design instead of human-centered creativity.

We invite residential developers to consider investing in better way to design buildings. This in our view isn't a cost issue. It's a commitment issue; a commitment to align with who we really are: creative, cost-effective, and responsible human beings.

Issam (Sam) A. Shukor OAA, AAA, AIBC, MAA, CPHD, is the principal and senior architect at ISD Architects. He is a Certified Passive House Designer with exceptional design skills and wide range of expertise. Sam likes to call himself the Innovative Sketch Designer. For him sketching is more than presentations or visions. They are a source for iterations and an engine of inspiration. Sam believes that creativity is a duty of the architect not a choice or a marketing tag. The source of creativity for him is not technical. It is the clients' needs and aspirations.

To hear Sam's story click on the image below. You can also download his must-read report with invaluable information for anyone thinking to build or invest including how to increase value of design, cost of construction, site impact and the value-added design.

Download the Project Planning Package by clicking on the button below.

Download PPP

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ISD Process

ISD Process is a design roadmap which aims to help you, the homeowner or property developer, navigate through your project seamlessly. It ensures that you obtain creative, high-performance, and cost-effective design, enhances coordination with teams, and minimizes conflicts that could arise causing costly delays, overtuns, disputes, and confusion during construction.  
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in our valued clients' words

Extremely Efficient

Issam was willing to meet numerous times to involve me in the creative process, and he put me atease with his knowledge, creativity and his solid success rate within the City of Toronto's permit process. He is very current with his ideas, practical when it comes to costs, and unfailingly kind.!
Marilyn Preston, Toronto,ON

Creative & Personable

Issam is not only a very skilled and creative architect but he is also very personable and easy to deal with. His services have been multi-faceted, from design and drawing to knowledgeable consultation regarding the best ways to deal with the municipality in order to get my project approved.
Amos Carlen, Toronto, ON

Success with Municipality

This is the second time I have benefited from the exceptional services of Sam Shukor (ISD architects). The level of service, quality of drawings, creativity and responsiveness has been of the highest quality. Sam was fantastic with communicating and negotiating with the committee of adjustment to achieve the approval. I whole-heartedly recommend Sam and would not hesitate to continue using his services.
J. Casey, Toronto, ON

A Masterpiece

Sam took my thoughts and created a masterpiece home for my family. His team is extremely professional, and unparalleled in their crafts. I would highly recommend ISD Architects to anyone. This is a 5-Star treatment (big time!).
D. Lovatsis, Toronto, ON

Office Tower, Erbil

K&A - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

The Gottardo Head Office, Woodbridge, ON

Petroff Partnership Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

Youth Centre, Alberta

ISD Architects - Designer & renderer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

Multi-family Residential Building, Ontario

ISD Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

Multi-family Residential Building, Ontario

ISD Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

The Saied Residence, Mississauga, ON

ISD Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

The Lovatsis Residence, East York, ON

ISD Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

Le Royal Hotel, Beirut

K&A - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor

Multi-family Residential Building, Ontario

ISD Architects - Designer: Issam (Sam) A. Shukor