The team at Moriyama Teshima Architects would like to thank everyone who has shared their condolences on the passing of our founder, Raymond Moriyama – your messages, stories, and tributes have touched us in a profound way, and we have been comforted by the community’s outpouring of admiration for Raymond.

Raymond’s career, spanning nearly five decades, is nothing short of legendary, leaving an indelible mark on the field of architecture. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, a deep connection with nature, and a commitment to designing for the human experience, Raymond’s designs are renowned for their innovation and creativity. His most iconic work in Toronto includes the Ontario Science Centre, the Bata Shoe Museum , and the Toronto Reference Library (pictured), which showcase the ability he had to blend modern architectural aesthetics with functional design, creating spaces that are not only visually striking but also purposeful. Other national and international projects of note include the Saskatoon Meewasin Valley 100-Year Vision Project, the Japanese Canadian Embassy in Toyko, Japan, Science North in Sudbury, and the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. Raymond’s commitment to excellence and his willingness to push the boundaries of design earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including The Royal Architectural Institute Of Canada (RAIC) Gold Medal, the Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts, the Order of the Rising Sun (4th Class), and a Companion of the Order of Canada.

Perhaps even more enduring than anything else Raymond accomplished throughout his illustrious career is the influence his work as an architect and a designer has had on others after him, inspiring many who have chosen to pursue the field. His legacy will live on through the beautiful spaces he realized as well as the impact he has made on others and their professional journeys.