Astrée Denys

civiliti is a Montreal firm specializing in urban and landscaping projects with a high public content.

Since its founding in 2001, the firm has centred its practice on the development of urban landscapes, with the goal of forging and strengthening the identity of the city. A strong proponent of the idea that public space is essential to building community , civiliti believes that the form we give to public spaces has the potential to imbue the land with a long-lasting spirit of togetherness. Grounded in recognized contemporary approaches, civiliti’s practice is focused on reflection and a holistic view of public space design.

Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning (2020) and a Master’s degree in Urban Design (2022) from the Université de Montréal, Astrée has distinguished herself throughout her academic career by her commitment and particular interest in the requalification of former industrial wastelands. Her Master’s final project, inspired by Mile-Ex’s industrial and railway past, illustrates his ability to creatively integrate a site’s historical roots into an innovative concept. According to Astrée, each former industrial site is the bearer of a unique narrative, a history that deserves to be preserved, celebrated and innovatively integrated into today’s urban fabric.

Astrée gained significant experience with the City of Montreal’s Urban Projects Division before joining the civiliti team in 2024 as an urban designer. She brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her projects, combining the technical knowledge of urban planning with the creativity and sensitivity of urban design.