Stephanie Hosein
Stephanie Hosein
BEDS, MArch, OAA, MRAIC
Past Executive Chair, Outreach, Dinners
Stephanie is a registered Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects and an Associate at Omar Gandhi Architect. She attended Dalhousie University and received the AIA Henry Adams certificate and RAIC High Honour Roll upon graduation from the Master of Architecture program. Stephanie is driven and detail-oriented, naturally taking on a leadership role in any project she is involved in. She excels at problem-solving and is steadfast in her approach to realize a project’s design intent by working closely with clients, consultants and contractors through all project phases. Her wide range of project experience in both new construction and adaptive re-use includes commercial, hospitality, residential, offices and higher education.
Stephanie is a founding member of Building Equality in Architecture Toronto (BEAT) and served as the past Executive Board Chair (2021-2023). Past BEAT contributions include serving as Sponsorship Chair (2019-2021) and co-organizing the annual Forum, focused on creating awareness and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in the field of architecture and design. She also volunteers her time mentoring through the OAA internship program and post-secondary institutions.
Brenda Izen
Brenda Izen
B.Sc.Arch, M.Arch., OAA, MRAIC
Dinners
Brenda is the founding principal of Izen Architecture, an all-female firm based in Toronto, specializing in modern residential design that is bold, boundary pushing and highly individual. The foundation of her practice is based on the firm belief that a great home leads to a better life.
Since establishing the studio in 2015, she has led projects that explore material precision, spatial clarity, and the relationship between architecture, interiors, and landscape. Brenda combines conceptual design with a deep understanding of construction, fabrication, and building science. Her work is characterized by restrained forms, carefully crafted detailing, and a strong emphasis on light, proportion, and material expression.
Brenda is an advocate for advancing the profession through mentorship, leadership, and community engagement. She is a member of the Ontario Association of Architects and the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, has mentored emerging architects through the OAA, and serves as Chair of the Board of Kehilla Affordable Housing, where she helps guide the development of affordable housing initiatives across the GTA.