A Better Way to Design & Build in Vancouver
ONE TEAM. FROM FIRST DRAWING TO FINAL WALKTHROUGH.
Most Vancouver homeowners work with a designer and a contractor separately — and pay the price in budget gaps, timeline delays, and a finished result that doesn’t quite match the original vision. Kerr Design Build does it differently. One team designs your home and builds it, so nothing gets lost between the two.
THE DESIGN-BUILD ADVANTAGE
Renovations Don’t Have to Be Complicated
When your designer and your builder are the same team, every decision is made with full knowledge of what it will cost and how it will be built. Budgets are accurate from the start. Permits are handled in-house. Your project coordinator is one person — not a chain of contractors pointing at each other when something goes wrong.
Our Design-Build Process
Every Kerr Design Build project follows The Kerr System — our proven five-phase process built for Vancouver homeowners who want clarity at every stage.
1 — Discovery & Feasibility
We start with your goals, your home, and your budget — assessing feasibility and permits early so nothing catches you off guard.
2 — Design & Planning
Our in-house designers develop concept drawings, space plans, and 3D renderings based on your vision. You see your future home before construction begins.
3 — Permits & Approvals
We manage the full City of Vancouver permitting process, coordinate trades, finalize materials, and prepare a detailed construction schedule.
4 — Construction & Project Management
Our own skilled builders execute the work with the same team that designed it. No handoffs. No miscommunications. Just consistent quality on site.
5 — Final Review & Handover
Before you take possession, we walk the project together, address any final items, and make sure everything meets the standard you were promised from day one.
THE KERR DESIGN BUILD DIFFERENCE
Why One Team Changes Everything
One Point of Contact
Your project coordinator handles everything — design, procurement, scheduling, permits, trades, and budget. You ask one person. That’s it. Accurate Budgets From Day One
A standalone designer may not know current construction costs. When design and construction are the same team, your estimate reflects reality from the first conversation. Faster, Smoother Process
No waiting for a designer to coordinate with a separate contractor. No delays from miscommunication between firms. Everything moves together because everyone is working together. Everything in Writing
Estimates, timelines, plans, permits, specs, warranties — everything is documented. We tell you the truth, and we write it down.
SERVING GREATER VANCOUVER
Design-Build Services Across Greater Vancouver
We’ve designed and built homes across Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, and the Lower Mainland for over 35 years. Wherever your home is, our team knows the permitting requirements, neighbourhood character guidelines, and construction realities that affect your project.
Design Services Design & Planning Permits & Approvals Project Management
The Dunbar Home
A full teardown and rebuild on a corner lot in Dunbar — a Craftsman Revival designed for a young family who wanted personality, warmth, and a home built to last. Complete with secondary suite, brewery room, and interiors that tell their story.
The Waterfront Residence
A three-storey custom home on the north shore of Burrard Inlet — designed to rise with the drama of a 34% waterfront slope. A vaulted main living level, sail-inspired roofline, full-height glazed courtyard, and a glass elevator within a sculptural stair. Currently in design development with designer Leo Chester.
Urban Harmony
A brand-new luxury townhome in Olympic Village that lived beautifully on paper — but didn’t work in practice. Designer Leo Chester solved it with one decisive move: an L-shaped stone-clad island that merged kitchen and dining into a single sculptural form, unlocking the entire floor plan. Georgie Awards Finalist, Best Condo Residential Renovation.
Let’s Talk About Your Project
VANCOUVER DESIGN-BUILD CONSULTATIONS
Whether you’re planning a renovation, an addition, or a custom home — the best first step is a conversation with our team. Complete the form below and tell us about your vision. One of our project consultants will be in touch shortly to schedule a consultation and learn more about what you’re planning. We’d love to hear what you have in mind.
Or call us at 604-263-0343
Let’s Talk About Your Project
VANCOUVER DESIGN-BUILD CONSULTATIONS
Whether you’re planning a renovation, an addition, or a custom home — the best first step is a conversation with our team. Complete the form below and tell us about your vision. One of our project consultants will be in touch shortly to schedule a consultation and learn more about what you’re planning. We’d love to hear what you have in mind.
Or call us at 604-263-0343