Maq Hotel Renovation

The renovation of the Maq Hotel in Tofino centers on the creation of a new café and kitchen space that seamlessly weaves together natural materials and the work of local artists. The project’s centerpiece, Orange Bear Coffee, is announced by a striking life-size orange bear sculpture at its entrance, framed by lush green walls planted with native flora. This imagery of a bear emerging from the forest is reinforced through the extensive use of fir siding, applied both inside and out, grounding the design in the natural character of the West Coast landscape.

The renovation also includes a comprehensive transformation of the hotel’s exterior, featuring a full envelope upgrade and the addition of protective overhangs to address Tofino’s signature rainfall. By coupling raw, tactile materials with bold, abstract art installations, the project establishes a dialogue between the built environment and the surrounding community. The result is a hospitality space that is at once playful and rooted, embodying the vibrancy, resilience, and deep local connections that define Tofino

Location : Tofino, BC, Canada

Date :  Completed 2021

Size :  4200 sq/ft

Structural Engineer :  Miskimmin Engineering