Vanessa Fong
Principal ArchitectVFA Architecture + DesignVanessa is the Principal Architect at VFA Architecture + Design - an innovative studio specializing in holistic, contextually specific, forward-looking custom design. A graduate of McGill University, Vanessa remains a curious explorer - the need to create spaces that positively impact human health and wellness are at the core of her firm’s values. Recognized for excellence in architectural design, Vanessa was inducted to the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s College of Fellows in 2024. That same year, VFA was also recognized as an emerging Canadian Architectural Practice by Twenty Plus Change and Canadian Architect.
A strong believer in giving back to the community, Vanessa sits on the Ontario Association of Architects Complaints Committee and has previously served as Vice President Communications - driven by a belief in the architectural community’s obligation to educate the public and decision makers about the value of architecture.
Designing for the Last Move: Longevity, Aging, and the Future of the Canadian Home
Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be ov
…Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormo
…Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormous housing wealth and are increasingly renovating with long-term living in mind. At the same time, rising housing costs are forcing homes to function differently than ever before.
This session brings a
Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormous housing wealth and are increasingly renovating with long-term living in mind. At the same time, rising housing costs are forcing homes to function differently than ever before.
This session brings an architect, a designer, and a custom home builder together to explore whether today’s homes are truly being designed for long-term living or simply for current trends. From aging-in-place strategies and accessible bathrooms to flexible kitchens, secondary living spaces, and future-proof layouts, panelists will discuss how each discipline approaches adaptability, functionality, and long-term value.
