BT Modular Design Services: Where Modular Becomes a Strategic Advantage

Modular design has evolved in the last several years. It’s no longer about repeating parts, it’s about managing complexity, risk, and longevity in spaces that must perform beautifully under real pressure.

With the launch of BT Modular Design Services (MDS), BrassTacks Design Source formalizes what we do best: guiding designers through advanced modular indoor and outdoor contract solutions that balance design ambition with operational reality across Western Canada.

Proven where performance matters

From Bob through Scandinavian Spaces, installed in the Lima Peru Airport lounge, to Ralik by Arper at the University of Alberta Commons in Edmonton, to numerous other successful projects all over Western Canada, BT Modular Solutions exemplify modular systems operating at scale in high-traffic, high-expectation environments,

Layout complexity, intelligently resolved

Today’s modular environments must do more than seat people. Power integration, tablet supports, plinth bases, and accessories are as critical to the design as the construction of the collection, are all essential to functionality. Our Modular Systems (because they are so much more than just a sofa or bench) allow designers to work at an exceptionally granular level, supporting complex layouts without compromising clarity or flow. The result is modularity that enhances use, not visual noise.

Accessories such as power/usb ports, plinth bases, panels, storage, lighting, tables, hooks and more allow the system to evolve with your client's needs and becomes a centerpiece in large spaces maximizing functionality

Risk management by design

We realize that high-quality modular systems are an investment, and with that comes responsibility. Designers and clients carry real risk when specifying higher-cost solutions. The expectation is simple but unforgiving: these products must last. Open-architecture modular systems mitigate that risk.

Corte System By Punt

Their durability far exceeds the average contract-grade lounge pieces - while repairability and component-level replacement ensure that both performance and aesthetics can evolve over time. Longevity, visual relevance, and flexible functionality are not nice-to-haves, they are fundamental to protecting your design intent and client trust.

Furnitubes primarily manufacturers "street furniture and accessories" designed to withstand cold Canadian winters

Built for high-traffic environments

Modular solutions often live in public spaces where downtime isn’t an option. If a conventional sofa bottoms out, the entire piece must be replaced. Modular systems allow issues to be resolved swiftly and surgically. Individual components are replaced, refreshed, or reconfigured, keeping spaces operational and extending lifecycle value.

Beam by Nienkamper

Collections vary depending on your desired outcomes. Assent, Nova C and now the new Pelegro Collection from Green Furniture Concept, for example,  are engineered specifically for these demanding conditions. Eliminating the soft surfaces while still having engineered a comfortable wood system, is ideal for public facing transitory spaces such as airports, transport hubs or event spaces.

Lead times, scalability, and forward planning

Depending on application and collection, modular systems can also solve for speed. Arper’s quick ship program and select solutions from OFGO can deliver in as little as 4–6 weeks.

Equally important, modularity supports phased growth and future budgeting. Designers and clients can plan expansions, reconfigurations, or incremental additions without starting from zero, making long-term planning more predictable and financially responsible.

OFGO Modular Solutions are made in Toronto in as little as 4-6 weeks using JigSaw Construction and quality materials such as plywood and steel to ensure longevity of your investment

Sustainability that holds up under scrutiny

Modularity and sustainability intersect most powerfully when systems are designed for repair, disassembly, and documentation. Arper leads here, with robust upstream and downstream transparency, EPDs, and certifications that support informed decision-making and genuine lifecycle thinking.

Designed for Western Canada

Outdoor modular solutions must withstand real climate conditions. Systems from Furnitubes are engineered for durability in cold Canadian winters, making them a reliable choice for exterior public spaces across the region.

More than products. Strategic guidance.

BT Modular Design Services operates across specification, concept development, and system planning, but our core value is as a consultant and guide. We help designers navigate complexity, manage risk, and select modular systems that will still perform, look relevant, and adapt years down the line.

Our interactive matrix allows you to quickly determine what is important to you in a project and to download pertinent info (CAD) straight from the page! As you hover over the Collection name, a thumbnail image of an example will appear so you can quickly determine if the aesthetic is suitable for your project.

Explore BT Modular Design Services: https://www.brasstacksdesign.ca/mds