TKA+D Announces Promotions for Silvia Cordivani, Mike Knauer and Victor Hugo Morales Collins
We’re thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotions of Silvia Cordivani and Mike Knauer to Associate, and Victor Hugo Morales Collins to Senior Associate! Their leadership, expertise, and dedication continue to shape our success.
Silvia Cordivani, Associate + Architect AIBC, MRAIC, Certified Professional
With a master’s degree from the University of Rome at La Sapienza, Silvia is a Registered Architect in BC and a Certified Professional with expertise in complex projects from design to construction. Passionate about technical excellence, she has expanded her knowledge in graphic design, building envelope, and building code. As Project Architect, she is currently working on 969 Terminal Avenue and Frameworks industrial projects in Vancouver. Outside of architecture, Silvia thrives on aerial hoop and pole acrobatics—pushing boundaries in both design and movement.
Mike Knauer, Associate + Architect AIBC, Certified Passive House Designer
A graduate of Carleton University and a Registered Architect in BC, Mike brings strong design expertise and professionalism to every project. As a Certified Passive House Designer, he is committed to sustainable and energy-efficient design. His recent work includes 1560 Rand Avenue industrial project in Vancouver and 3255 Thunderbird Crescent – Clean BC Commercial New Construction in Burnaby. A co-founder of the New West Cohousing Non-Profit Society, Mike is passionate about affordable housing and community-driven design. His strong visual communication skills help bring design ideas to life for clients and stakeholders.
Victor Hugo Morales Collins, Senior Associate + Architect AIBC
With 19 years of experience spanning New York, Montreal, Toronto, China, and Vancouver, Victor Hugo has worked on projects of all scales, from master plans to high-rises. His expertise includes planning, massing studies, architectural concepts, design review, and code analysis. His time as a developer on LEED-certified multi-family projects provides him with a unique industry perspective. His recent work includes the University of Fraser Valley Master Plan in Abbotsford, residential projects at 3333 Commercial, East 49th, East 16th and Popolo in Vancouver, and Lonsdale Square Ph1.M4 in North Vancouver.
Please join us in congratulating Silvia, Mike, and Victor Hugo on their achievements!