Georges Drolet
Georges Drolet, Managing Principal at EVOQ and Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), has over three decades of experience in architectural conservation, heritage rehabilitation, and new construction. His dual expertise as an architect and architectural historian informs his approach to design, allowing him to develop thoughtful strategies that respect the character and historical significance of prestigious sites.
Throughout his career, Georges has led major heritage projects marrying innovation and respect for context. His notable achievements include the West Block Interim House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Calgary's Historic City Hall, and the conservation plan for Montreal's Royal Victoria Hospital site. Georges’ work, founded on the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada, promotes a values-based approach for which he is recognized as a leader in architectural integration within sensitive built environments.
In addition to his projects, Georges has made a significant contribution to the architectural community by serving on the Conseil du patrimoine de Montréal, the Comité Jacques Viger de Montréal and the Board of Directors of ICOMOS Canada. As a Fellow of the RAIC, he is recognized for his lasting contribution to architecture and heritage preservation in Canada. Georges has also taught architecture, history and heritage conservation at McGill University and the Université de Montréal.
He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from McGill University and a Master of Architecture from the University of Virginia.
National Urban Design Award, Urban Design Category
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Award of Excellence, Documentation and Planning Category
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
Quebec Library and Archival Centers Architecture Prize
Fédération des milieux documentaires
Award of Merit, Conservation – Architecture
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
Award of Merit, Architectural Category
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
Award for Federal Buildings Heritage Conservation Excellence
Real Property Institute of Canada
Award of Excellence, Conservation: Architecture
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
Certificate of Merit for Innovation in Architecture
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Award of Excellence, Documentation and Planning Category
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
North American Copper in Architecture Award for Outstanding Use of Architectural Copper in Building Design and Construction
Copper Development Association Inc.
BAC Craft Award for Best Restoration / Rehabilitation / Maintenance Project
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC)
Award of Merit, Conservation: Architecture
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
Award of Merit for Conservation of Buildings, Structures, Engineering Works and Landscapes - Rehabilitation and Restoration
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
National Gold Award for Innovation and Excellence in Public-Private Partnerships, Infrastructure | Rehabilitation and restoration of St. Thomas courthouse, a part of the Elgin County Courthouse
Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships (CCPPP)
North American Copper in Architecture Award – Rideau Hall Front Entrance Handrail
Copper Development Association Inc.
Ecclesiastical Insurance Cornerstone Award for Building Heritage (Adaptive Use)
Heritage Canada Foundation
Gold Medal, Innovative Design and Development, New Retail Project
International Council of Shopping Centres (ICSC)
Preservation of a Heritage Building Award
Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
Wawanesa Award for Heritage Enhancement for restoration and renovation, Montreal Architectural Conservation Operation
City of Montreal