Best Builders Ltd.
our carpenters are Red Seal-certified and many have been with us for more than 15 years. Our dedication to quality extends to our service. We can provide architectural drawings, find…
DetailsFinalists for this year’s HAVAN Awards showcase the best of the best in BC’s home-building industries
particularly those stemming from the pandemic, when people looked at their homes and thought, rather than moving, we’re going to make adjustments and accommodate those lifestyle changes and requirements.” https://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/topstories/finalists-for-this-years-havan-awards-showcase-the-best-of-the-best-in-bcs-home-building-industries/ar-AA18teB9…
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local businesses (and they will usually do it for free!). Time and time again, research shows that corporate awards are a cost-effective tool to advertise and build your business. If…
Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
designers actually do. Sarah Gallop Design Inc. is a member of IDI BC, National Kitchen & Bath Association, the Delta Chamber of Commerce, and the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association….
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Episode 48: HAVAN Awards Best Environmental Home
Todd Best of Best Builders teams up with Ian McLean Architecture sharing the story of Triadic, an award-winning home recognized for its environmental initiatives, housing solutions, and excellence in energy efficiencies, with two mortgage helper suites, including one stratified suite. It’s a winner!
EP50 HAVAN Awards Best Energy Labelled Home
Architrix Studio and Kingdom Builders take a collaborative approach when helping homeowners design and build their passive home. With lofty goals including in-floor radiant heat and a floating stairway, this is not your average passive house design.
EP51 HAVAN Awards Best Kitchen Renovation
What’s the recipe for an award-winning kitchen renovation? For best results, according to Dan Klassen of Jedan Brothers Contracting and Laura Grist Interior Design, it starts with an experienced team, a detailed plan, and an accurate budget, and always a splash of humour.
Episode 49: HAVAN Award Winner Best Interior Design Custom Home
Listen in as Karly Kristina Design and Marcraft Homes share the design and cliff-dropping geo-technical building challenges as their clients with waterfront property including ultra-modern home plans look to build their classic Hamptons dream home, without going back to the architect!
EP52 HAVAN Awards Best Reno $1.5 Million and Over
Award-winning duo Madeleine Design Group and Quinton Construction share the secret of their success as they transform a heritage-style home to bring it back to ‘what it wants to be when it grows up.’ A great renovation story, tune in and learn about this amazing transformation.
TQ Construction
skills to execute your project from concept to completion. Renovate or New Custom Home; you can confidently trust TQ Construction to deliver superior value and results, professional and personal service,…
DetailsWinners’ circle: Ovation Awards honour the best in the business
efficient, eco-friendly and very comfortable, and of great design.” Tavan’s Tudor home, named “Hudson on the Park” was chosen Best Custom Home in the $1.5-million to $3-million category. The development…
FREE Webinar on the Georgie Awards®
a FREE webinar to CHBA members in good standing. Get your questions answered on the 2012 Call for Entries and Online Entry Form process. Click here for all the details….
HAVAN Spotlight: Todd Best
to wait until after this pandemic) What do you collect? Todd: I used to be an avid comic collector, but have recently taken to collecting old woodworking hand tools. Netflix…
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BC’s Enhanced Licensing System – Free Information Sessions
sessions in person or participate online via webinar where offered. Participation counts towards Continuing Professional Development (3 HPO CPD Credits). Sign up to learn more about: • Continuing Professional Development…
Shop@Home initiative offers consumers free samples & advice.
TORLYS Introduces “Shop Globally, Buy Locally” Program “Shop@Home” initiative offers consumers free samples & advice from the comforts of home. TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring…
HAVAN Spotlight: Todd Best
look to HAVAN for connections in the residential construction industry. HAVAN’s Spotlight features HAVAN staff and members to showcase who we are and to help connect with one another. Want…
FREE Google Partners Digital Breakfast with Reach Local – November 20.
Come join REACH LOCAL for a FREE Google Partners Digital Breakfast. They’re co-hosting an exclusive event on Friday, November 20, 2015. You can benefit from this event and their last…
DetailsThese Burnaby home designs were named best of their kind – see them before and after
the awards are intended to highlight the accomplishments of Metro Vancouver’s homebuilding industry. With categories like new-home construction, renovation and design projects in Metro Vancouver, the awards showcase custom-built homes,…
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GALA Home Edition: Best Dressed Competition
industry’s best in new home construction, renovation and design in Metro Vancouver! This year, the Gala is going to look a little different, a so can you! BEST DRESSED COMPETITION…
Building Smart #18 Seminar: Framing a House – From Basics to Best Practices
in 21 communities across B.C. This seminar looks at the evolution, details and best practices for the use of wood in the framing of homes. Basic and complex framing details…
DetailsMiracon wins best multi-family homebuilder of the year: HAVAN awards
DCN-JOC News Services April 27, 2023 HOMEBUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF VANCOUVER — Miracon Development Inc. accepts a Grand HAVAN award at the 2023 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence. Miracon won the…
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Rebates up to $15,000 available through CleanBC Better Homes New Construction Program
3 or higher, projects are still eligible for rebates. Projects with building permits issued on or after April 1, 2020 are eligible. Check here for CleanBC-New-Construction-Rebate-Eligibility-Requirements. Check here for CleanBC-New-Construction-Terms-and-Conditions….
Awards recognize the best in home building
construction, design and building science across Metro Vancouver, with a record 400 entries submitted across 48 categories, and 162 finalists up for honours to be announced in May. READ MORE…
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Breathe the best air with Air Excellent, Fantech and Barclay Sales
do contribute towards energy efficiency by keeping the outdoor weather conditions out, but they can also keep unhealthy and harmful elements in. The combination of Fantech appliances and Air Excellent…
Construction Site Best Practices are the Only Practices
the greater community. Heightened awareness and concern are increasing daily, and require site safety messaging to be communicated, from the top, down. Health and Safety Guidelines for residential construction sites,…
DetailsVancouver’s best makeovers
nothing quite like seeing something in real life, says Bob de Wit, CEO of the Homebuilders Association of Vancouver (HAVAN) Read full PDF article here. Read full article on TheVancouverSun.com…
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See 19 dream homes across Metro Vancouver during this free tour (PHOTOS)
Hosted by the Homebuilders Association, the HAVAN Parade of Homes is back for the 26th year to showcase a wide variety of housing choices, with unique design and building solutions…
Best Practices for Operating Safely during COVID-19
the BC COVID-19 Go-Forward Management Strategy and the BC COVID-19 Go-Forward Management Checklist, as well as resources from WorkSafeBC. For Construction Site-specific guidelines, refer to HAVAN.ca’s COVID-19 worksite-resources page. …
Winners’ Circle: HAVAN Awards honour the best
Presented by The Homebuilders Association Vancouver For most people, the concept of ‘home’ has always conveyed a special significance: family, comfort, stability, certainty — values that have become even more…
2022 HAVAN Award Winners Announced!
Construction (West Vancouver) Best Environmental Initiative Residence on the Ravine, A.W.Kennedy Construction Inc. (North Vancouver) Excellence in Building Products and Technology Crest, Adera Development Corporation (Vancouver) BC Housing Award for…
My House Design/Build Team Ltd.
reality. To create an innovative solution to all of your housing needs, no matter the size of the project. To provide you with quality workmanship, substantial value and effective communication,…
2021 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence Winners Announced.
(Vancouver) with Nick Bray Architecture (Vancouver) Associates: Robinson Lighting & Bath (Vancouver), JDL Homes Vancouver, Black Thumb Contracting Ltd. (Vancouver), Martin Knowles Photo/Media (Vancouver) Best Certified High-Performance Home: New or…
2020 HAVAN Award Winners Announced!
the Year. Kindred Construction Ltd. with VictorEric Premium Homes (Vancouver) and La Scala – the Art of Technology (Vancouver) won the Excellence in Building Science Innovation in Residential Construction for…
Hasler Homes Ltd
We are a home builder in Greater Vancouver who specializes in high-performance custom homes, Net Zero living, and large-scale renovations. At Hasler Homes Ltd, we are a ground up construction…
2022 HAVAN Awards Finalists Announced
(Vancouver) and Nick Bray Architecture (Vancouver) Vancouver Very Special, Headland Construction (Vancouver) Associate: Sofo Kitchens Ltd. (Maple Ridge) Soiree Suite Spot, Sitka Coast Construction Inc. (North Vancouver) Cabin Metamorphosis, Sprucehill…
Trilogy Contracting Ltd.
cost-effective renovation solutions is not our only goal – your comfort and peace of mind are just as essential. Trilogy Contracting Ltd. consistently exceeds client expectations and helps add equity…
2024 HAVAN AWARDS FOR HOUSING EXCELLENCE FINALISTS REVEALED
Construction Inc. (Vancouver) Hiyam Capilano, Kindred Construction Ltd. (Vancouver) EcoNest, LJH Construction (Burnaby) and associate Bridgestone Financing Pros (Vancouver) ASPIRE, Ventana Construction Corp. (Burnaby) with Miracon Development Inc. (Surrey) FORTISBC…
2024 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence Winners Announced!
Architecture + Interior (Vancouver) BEST NEW OR RENOVATED SPACE Shaughnessy Renaissance, Tavan Developments Ltd. (Vancouver) BEST SPECIAL FEATURE: NEW OR RENOVATED Transcendent Glass Oasis, Calvin & Collin Construction Ltd. (Vancouver)…
HAVAN welcomed these new members in October
Canada LP Supplier: Electrical Products Referred by: 1) Brian Le Cappelain, K.M. Roberts & Associates Ltd. 2) Alan Thiel, Wespac Electrical Contractors Ltd. Contact: Steve Crocker Phone: 604-299-5566 www.wesco.ca tberkeley@wesco.com…
HAVAN welcomed these new members in August
Financing Pros 2) Reza Kamrani, Federated Insurance Contact: Manisha Sharma Phone: 604-700-3475 www.teamsmsells.com teamsmsells@gmail.com **************************************************************** Affiniti Construction Inc. Renovator Referred by: 1) Craig Dibble, Teklar Electrical Contracting 2) Cheri Stefanucci,…
HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence 2020 Finalists Announced.
(Vancouver) Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for The Ridge (North Vancouver) with E3 Eco Group Inc. (Burnaby) and Richard Kadulski Architect (Vancouver) BC HOUSING AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATIVE HOUSING Alchemy Construction…
2023 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence Finalists Announced.
Retreat Perspective, Perspective Homes by Pacific (Vancouver) Soothing Escape, maison d’etre design-build inc. (Vancouver) with Ian McLean Architect Inc. (Vancouver) BEST CHARACTER HOME RENOVATION East Star, Level One Construction Ltd….
HAVAN welcomes these new members
604-240-1110 www.seagatestructures.ca raustin@seagateconsulting.ca **************************************************************** Phase One Design Architects/Designers Referred by: 1) Larry Clay, Clay Construction Inc. 2) Cheri Stefanucci, Abstract Homes & Renovations Inc. Contact: Kathy Yuen Phone: 604-670-7668 www.phase1design.com…
HAVAN welcomes these new members
Wicks Electric Inc. Electrician, Renovator Referred by: Sam Wainwright, Refine & Design, Renovation & Construction Matt Robinson, Monarch Floor and Window Coverings Contact: Mr. Adam Wicks Phone: 604-765-8439 www.wickselectric.ca adam@wickselectric.ca…
Finalists Announced For 2024 HAVAN Housing Excellence Awards: Full List
STARGAZE, Hael Construction Inc. (Vancouver) Hiyam Capilano, Kindred Construction Ltd. (Vancouver) EcoNest, LJH Construction (Burnaby) and associate Bridgestone Financing Pros (Vancouver) ASPIRE, Ventana Construction Corp. (Burnaby) with Miracon Development Inc….
Shakespeare Homes & Renovations Inc.
two away. Shakespeare Homes is a member of several local Chambers of Commerce, the Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) and the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association (HAVAN). You can have…
reVISION Custom Home Renovations Inc.
years. We design and construct contemporary and modern whole home and kitchens and bathrooms. Our passion: Helping clients love their homes Our niche: Design and construct contemporary and modern homes…
HAVAN welcomed these new members in May
www.pacificmillworkproducts.com info@pacificmillworkproducts.com **************************************************************** Yellow Camera Photography Inc. Photographer – Commercial drone, still images, videos Referred by: 1) Eric Lee, VictorEric Premium Homes 2) David Adair, Blackfish Homes Ltd. Contact: Bruce…
Media Release: 2021 HAVAN Award for Housing Excellence Finalists Announced!
Custom Building • Berkley Residence, Tyrrell Projects Inc. • Cliffside Paradise, Black Thumb Contracting Ltd. • Unassuming Masterpiece, Sprucehill Contracting Inc. NEW-HOME CONSTRUCTION: PRODUCTION HOMES Best Single-Family Detached Home (Production):…
HAVAN welcomes these new members
Insurance Company of Canada Contact: Mr. Byron Wilson Phone: 604-649-5888 www.azuroconcepts.com byron@azuroconcepts.com The company’s owners bring decades of experience building backyard spaces and water features. **************************************************************** Cantu Bathrooms Bathroom and…
Pacific Aerobarrier Systems Inc.
effectively seals the entire building, eliminating the problems and shortcomings of traditional construction techniques and replacing manual labour with an automated, computer-driven, precision-controlled operation. For more information please visit: https://www.pacificaerobarrier.com/…
10th Annual HAVAN Ovation Awards Winners Announced.
Construction Blackfish Homes Ltd. for Vale (North Vancouver) Associates: Beaver Plastics, IBC Technologies Inc. and Westeck Windows Mfg. Inc. BC Housing Award for Excellence in Innovative Housing Choices Cascadia Green…
COUNT ME IN
With a Count Me In attitude, the possibilities are endless when building a home to live your life to the maximum. Todd Best of Best Builders talks to co-hosts Mike and Jennifer-Lee about the process of adapting homes for specific physical needs and aging in place, noting there is no better place than home. The key is planning and working with experienced professionals.
2023 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence Winners Announced!
Inc. (Vancouver) BEST ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE Triadic, Best Builders Ltd. (Delta) with Ian McLean Architect Inc. (Vancouver) EXCELLENCE IN BUILDING PRODUCTS AND TECHNOLOGY Build-A-Box, BuildSmartr.com (Delta) BEST IN-FILL DEVELOPMENT (10 UNITS…
DetailsMeasure Twice Cut Once
compliments of FortisBC. Details Episode 36: High Performance Trends [vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Shedding light on high-performance building trends, Eric Lee of VictorEric Design+Build shares insight on the latest in AI technology including electrochromic…
Nick Bray Architecture
Nick Bray Architecture Ltd. is a Vancouver based AIBC-registered studio that strives to deliver exciting and innovative buildings that exceed our clients’ expectations. Our progressive studio is focused on efficient…
Marino General Contracting Ltd.
for offering quality service synonymous with workmanship and efficiency. The Marino Method maintains an open line of communication between the Contractor, Homeowner, Architect, and Designer, ensuring that the project is…
HAVAN welcomed these new members
brian@candaneconstruction.com **************************************************************** Blackmore Construction (2014) Ltd. General Contractor / Renovator Referred by: 1) Warren Johnson, Kerrisdale Lumber 2) Ray Larson, Standard Building Supplies Contact: Chad Blackmore Phone: 604-779-4818 www.blackmoreconstruction2014.ca blackmoreconstruction2014@gmail.com…
360 Home Renovations Inc.
project to fulfill exactly what is desired by you as a client. Contact us today for a FREE quote or any further questions! Eco-friendly We employ environmentally sensitive constructions practices….
HAVAN welcomes these new members
travis.kraft@reachlocal.com **************************************************************** High Definition Concrete Ltd. Concrete (functional design) Referred by: 1) Larry Clay, Clay Construction Inc. 2) Todd Best, Best Builders Ltd. Contact: Matthew Devries Phone: 604-897-0408 www.highdefinitionconcrete.com matt@highdefinitionconcrete.com…
HAVAN Announces Ovation Award Finalists – Industry leaders in residential construction, renovation and design in Metro Vancouver
Choices JDL Homes for Cypress Mews (Surrey) • Architect: Architrix Design Studios Zenterra Developments Ltd. for Hyde Park (Surrey) FortisBC Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency in New Residential Construction…
2019 Ovation Awards Finalists Announced
Excellence in Building Science in Residential Construction Adera Development Corporation for Crest (Vancouver) Blackfish Homes Ltd. for Vale (North Vancouver) Associates: Beaver Plastics, IBC Technologies Inc. and Westeck Windows Mfg….
Centra Construction Group
to supplying windows. We provide services such as budget pricing, cost savings and step-code consultations and constructability methods for improvement. We can do any size job and have the expertise…
Finalists Announced for 22nd Georgie Awards®
Ltd. for www.liveatcanvas.com Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd. for www.upwardconstruction.ca Best Environmental Initiative Ritchie Contracting and Design Ltd. for Penticton Indian Band Eco Sage Housing Project, Penticton Adera Development Corporation…
HAVAN welcomes these new members
Porcelain, Natural stone tile Referred by: 1) Mike Iacutone, Olympia Tile International Inc. 2) Eric Andreason, Adera Development Corporation Contact: Sara Corra Phone: 604-435-4431 www.ceramstone.com scorra@ceramstone.com **************************************************************** Henry Company Canada…
Greater Vancouver Builders’ Association Announces 2014 Ovation Awards Finalists
Energy Efficiency in New Residential Construction • Alchemy Construction Ltd., Lonsdale Contemporary BC Housing Award for Excellence in Creating Affordable Housing Choices • Alchemy Construction Ltd., Lonsdale Contemporary GRAND OVATION…
Kitchen Art Design
work on. Servicing the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, we are proud to continue creating outstanding custom kitchen cabinets and designing dream kitchens for our communities. KAD Design Centres:…
Sensitive Design Inc.
career included various assignments with architectural companies in Germany, USA and Canada before permanently taking up residence in Vancouver in 1988. She is a member of the Interior Design Institute…
renovateme! design and construction
family-owned and operated company to estimate, plan, design, construct, finish and style each project seamlessly. Our coordinated home renovation process sees our in-house design and construction teams create time-sensitive, budget-friendly…
HAVAN welcomes these new members
Landscaping Company Service: Landscaping Contractor (design, install, maintain) Referred by: 1) Erik Jensen, Sprucehill Contracting Inc. 2) John Friswell, CCI Renovations Contact: Mark Justice Phone: 604-924-5296 www.gclc.ca office@gclc.ca **************************************************************** LIV…
Georgies on our Minds: Finalists Announced for 2014 Georgie Awards®
for http://www.tavan.ca Marble Construction Ltd. for http://www.marblebc.ca Invenia Inc. for http://www.hyclyff.com Alair Homes for http://www.alairhomes.com Best Environmental Initiative Clay Construction Inc. for Platinum Living, Langley • Associate Company: Richard Kadulski…
Citywide Sundecks and Railings
stress from your deck construction and repair projects. We guide you through each choice with insights and recommendations to help you make the best decisions for your unique circumstances. We’re…
Abstract Homes & Renovations Inc.
an unmatched level of operational and project excellence on all of our custom home and renovation projects, always embracing the values of accountability and reliability. We are unique in how…
Episode 58: Zero Carbon Phoenix House
Discover the remarkable journey of resurrecting Phoenix House, a home devastated by fire, as the homeowners look to rebuild to the prestigious Zero Carbon certification standard. Join Mike and Jennifer-Lee as they delve into the extraordinary efforts of the homeowner and team of industry experts including Best Builders.
Green & Green Gifts with Flair
of suppliers. For edible gifts, as an example, we source the highest-quality products, ranging from gourmet French cookies and European chocolates, to delicious chocolate-covered cherries and sea-salt caramels, to scrumptious…
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604-563-8862 www.bamcommunications.ca andrew@bamcommunications.ca **************************************************************** Ryzer Enterprises LLC dba Ryzer Sales & Contracting Trade Contractor: Building exteriors, doors, windows Referred by: 1) Justin Bontkes, Caliber Projects 2) Neal Turner, Westeck Windows…
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Paving Contractor 1) Troy Abromaitis, Bucci Developments Ltd. 2) Dorothy Wolf, XL Flooring Contact: Ryan Anzew Phone: 778-877-4229 www.vancouversafetysurfacing.com sales@vancouversafetysurfacing.com **************************************************************** LNLS Land Surveyor 1) Larry Clay, Clay Construction Inc….
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2) Mike Merakian, Blue Ocean Construction Ltd. Contact: Kaveh Goldan Phone: 778-558-5051 www.goldconconstruction.ca info@goldconconstruction.ca **************************************************************** Naturally Crafted Contracting Ltd. Renovator Referred by: 1) Andrew Campbell, Dick’s Lumber & Building Supplies…
DetailsMetro Vancouver Builders, Renovators and Designers Bring Home Ovation Awards
New Residential Construction Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for Midori Uchi -North Vancouver Excellence in Technological Innovation in Residential Construction Graytek Solutions Ltd. for The Mayfair – Graytek Solutions Ltd. with Associates:…
DetailsUpward Construction
Upward Construction is an award-winning quality custom home builder and home renovation contractor working with clients in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Whistler and the greater Vancouver area. Our strong relationships…
DetailsSaint Construction Management Ltd.
Saint Construction Management Ltd is a custom builder located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Saint Construction team has one goal: To provide a positive experience to anyone looking for a…
DetailsJDL Homes Vancouver
accomplish this through close collaboration with you – the valued customer and homeowner – to ensure that we capture your vision and incorporate your ideas every step of the way….
DetailsBlackfish Homes Ltd.
Blackfish Homes are proud members of Built Green® Canada, Homebuilders Association Vancouver, Homeowner Protection Office of BC, West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce. …
DetailsHAVAN welcomes these new members
**************************************************************** Vertu Construction Ltd. Renovator 1) Tabitha Jackson, Cantu Bathrooms & Hardware Ltd. 2) Jeff Lee, Harris Rebar 3) Colin Nadon, Hilti Canada Contact: Chris Christianson Phone: 604-455-0800 www.vertuconstruction.com chris@vertuconstruction.com…
DetailsRembrandt Renovations Ltd.
Rembrandt Renovations Ltd. believes that customer satisfaction is the heart of our business. We pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship, clear communication, exceptional customer service, and creative solutions that add value,…
Details2016 Georgie Awards® Winners Announced
– Walter’s Place Associate Company: Metrics Project Marketing Best Advertising Campaign Milori Homes – Walter’s Place Associate Company: Metrics Project Marketing Best Sales Centre Zenterra Developments – Hyde Park Phase…
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