Robert Drew

Robert brings over 30 years of local architectural experience to his practice at PUBLIC. His understanding of the interconnectedness of ideas, materials, systems, buildings, communities, landscapes, ecologies, and people, informs his approach to design. Through the application of strategic research, collaborative reasoning, and technical acuity, he delivers award-winning projects.

Robert is currently serving his second term as the Chair of the Surrey Advisory Design Panel. Co-founder and previous Vice-Chair of the Alberta Chapter of the Canada Green Building Council, he previously sat on the AIBC Energy and Environment Committee and was a sessional instructor for the Faculty of Environmental Design at the University of Calgary. Robert has delivered several presentations at conferences including: the AIA National Convention, and numerous CEFPI conferences in BC and Alberta. Robert is also the Vice-President of Semiahmoo Music Society. Architecture and music share a rich cultural lineage and it’s no surprise that Robert has passion for all things musical. His experience crafting stringed instruments informs his approach to architecture and public space.