Harmony and balance in custom homes
It is a wise decision to source award-winning builders and renovators to help you build your dream home. It is also a good idea to ensure there is harmony between…
COUNTING THE DAYS – UNDERSTANDING THE “21 DAY NOTICE” PROCESS UNDER THE BUILDERS LIEN ACT
A builders’ lien can be an effective tool for those in the construction industry, such as contractors, subcontractors, workers, and material suppliers to secure payment. A lien hinders owners from…
HAVAN Spotlight: Mike Freedman
We interviewed HAVAN member Mike Freedman of Audio Insider: Your Chief Technology Insider, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members…
HAVAN Spotlight: Greg Baarts
We interviewed HAVAN member Greg Baarts of Grenor Homes, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers look to…
When Time Isn’t On Your Side
A contractor may be asked to provide a homeowner with an estimated schedule for completion before a project starts. While there are always contingencies and unforeseen circumstances, projects can get…
HAVAN’s 24th annual Coats for Kids
HAVAN’s 24th annual Coats for Kids campaign, in support of the Lower Mainland and Surrey Christmas Bureaus, two groups whose many initiatives help to provide a brighter winter for low-income…
HAVAN Spotlight: Silvie Pantsios
We interviewed HAVAN Member Silvie Pantsios, Designs by KS, and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers look to…
14 ways to prepare your home for winter
Now that we are into December, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your home for winter and the freezing weather that comes with the change of season. If you…
HAVAN Spotlight: Mark Sakai
We interviewed HAVAN staff member Mark Sakai, Director of Government Relations, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers…
TWIN LIONS DUSTERS – MOVEMBER CAMPAIGN
At Twin Lions Contracting we love to give back. We can think of no better way than to help to change the face of men’s health. Together we can all…
HAVAN Spotlight: Todd Best
We interviewed HAVAN Member Todd Best, President at Best Builders Ltd, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers…
A Small Mistake means Big Costs for a Negligent Subcontractor
General contractors take on significant legal exposure when agreeing to build a new home, or even to renovate an existing home. For instance, general contractors may be liable for the…
HAVAN Spotlight: Laurel James
We interviewed HAVAN Member Laurel James, Novell Design Build and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers look to…
Townhomes becoming ‘forever’ homes
Builders are responding to market demand with a variety of housing choices. With affordability an issue, townhomes are no longer viewed as a step to a forever home, but as…
HAVAN Spotlight: Blake Ponuick
We interviewed HAVAN Member Blake Ponuick, COO & CMO at Preston Mobility, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and…
Ask the ‘Homebuilders Association Vancouver’ Experts
Shopping for appliances Before thinking about style, colours, finishes or appliances, Lucila Diaz, Founder and Creative Director, Harmony Sense Interiors Ltd. says “The first step in creating a great kitchen is to…
HAVAN Spotlight: Giovanna Perot-Averill
We interviewed HAVAN Member Giovanna Perot-Averill, Founder & Principal at Giovanna Averill Interiors, and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members…
2019 Centra Cares Home Renovation
Presenting our winners for the 2019 Centra Cares Home Renovation Contest! For a third consecutive year, we will be awarding a deserving family a house full of windows. The past…
HAVAN Spotlight: Renée Auer
We sat down with Renée Auer, HAVAN Senior Director, Membership & Sales, and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and…
HAVAN Spotlight: Dawn Sondergaard
We sat down with Dawn Sondergaard, HAVAN Senior Director, Marketing Communications, and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers…
TRUSTEE TROUBLES – A NEWLY DEFINED DUTY TO DISCLOSE LABOUR AND MATERIAL PAYMENT BONDS
The purpose of a labour and material payment bond is to provide a form of security to labour and material suppliers on a construction project by giving them a right…
HAVAN Spotlight: Wendy McNeil
We sat down with Wendy McNeil, HAVAN VP Marketing & Education, and asked her a series of questions about herself! She shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers…
HAVAN Heroes: Easter Seals Fundraiser
HAVAN with the participation of a dedicated and brave group of HAVAN HEROES raised an astounding $22,000 for the benefit of Easter Seals and Children with Disabilities. Our group of…
Flex rooms expand livable space in micro-homes
Micro-homes are a solution for adding housing to existing neighbourhoods to sustain thriving communities. Given the high cost of renting in Vancouver and low interest rates, the micro-home is a…
There’s value in buying into inclusive communities
Vibrant, inclusive communities are built to support families through various stages of life. Different sizes and floorplans will cater to different needs as a family grows through the natural cycles…
HAVAN Spotlight: Ron Rapp
We sat down with Ron Rapp, HAVAN Interim CEO, and asked him a series of questions about himself! He shares a moment in HAVAN’s Spotlight. Members and consumers look to…
Children’s Hospital Foundation Fundraising by Versa Platinum
Versa Platinum Construction Ltd. recently hosted the largest ever BC Children’s Hospital Foundation Fundraising Event. Last fundraising event they donated $18,000 and this year they nearly doubled it at $30,000,…
A SPLASH OF STYLE!
HAVAN members Kalu Interiors know how to splash out when it comes to personalizing a home. Working with On Time Construction Ltd. they remodelled a two-bedroom condo into one master…
STRIKING BALANCE BETWEEN BEAUTY & FUNCTION
Designed for an active family, this 2019 Ovation Award winning kitchen by Bolder Homes Ltd. showcases the outstanding results achieved by working with professionals to properly plan for quality craftsmanship,…
REAP the benefits of award-winning living
Constructing homes to meet today’s building standards set by the province and municipalities across BC requires an integrated approach of highly skilled trades, including builders, designers, architects, energy advisors and…
Townhouses: A viable option for everyone
Townhouse living today far surpasses the starter homes of generations gone by. The ‘Shaughnessy Residences’ by Alabaster Homes, nominated as a finalist for five Ovation Awards including – Best New Kitchen:…
Beautiful kitchens take smart planning
Have you ever wondered what it takes to build an award-winning kitchen? There is no secret recipe. It takes good planning and attention to the construction details, with a keen…
NATS Nursery Ltd.
NATS Nursery recently supplied the Rotary Interpretive Center at the Derek Doubleday Arboretum on the Fraser Highway in Langley with a “LiveRoof” green roof. “LiveRoof” is the hybrid modular green…
Construction Cares by Naikoon Contracting
Naikoon Contracting’s 2nd annual CONSTRUCTION CARES fundraiser was held on Sunday, June 9th at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver in support of The MPS II Research Fund. ABOUT CONSTRUCTION CARES Construction…
Tour opens doors to 19 homes
The doors of 19 spectacular Metro Vancouver residences will be open to the public next weekend when Homebuilders Association Vancouver holds its 26th annual Parade of Homes. HAVAN – formerly…
Choose a floorplan wisely
Townhomes come in different shapes and sizes. Visualize life in your new home and choose the floorplan that’s right for you. Greatrooms on the main are the norm, however the…
Award-winning housing: Choices in gentle densification
A thriving community is one that offers a complete mix of housing to provide for a variety of families and their housing needs. Neighbourhoods that embrace gentle densification versus ‘keeping…
Top Five renovations for optimal return in a down resale market.
So, you’re thinking about selling your home and your realtor suggests a price lower than you anticipated. Now what? Knowing what renovation will help you optimize the true value of…
Caliber Projects Kindergarten Field Trip
Kindergarteners from Irvine Elementary School in Port Coquitlam were led on a tour through a Caliber Projects work site in Willoughby, by Caliber owner Justin Bontkes and project manager Ian…
HASLER HOMES HELPS WITH LYNN VALLEY EDIBLE GARDEN
A way to connect children to there food and the community, Lynn Valley Elementary Edible garden program teaches the children the cycle of food production from seed to soil. They…
25th Annual Homebuyer Forum
It’s a great time to buy in the Lower Mainland. For the first time since 2012, Vancouver has become a buyers’ market. Gain expert advice at the upcoming 25th annual…
Buying a New Home: Community Included.
Read Bob’s latest article in Next Home magazine talking about community considerations, when buying into a strata complex. Featruing Tien Sher Home’s project ‘Venue’ there are five key tips to…
Homebuyer Forum 2019
Are you wondering how you can afford a home in Metro Vancouver? The 2019 Homebuyer Forum will provide you with strategic tips on how to enter the Metro Vancouver market.…
