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VANCOUVER PERMITS & APPROVALS — DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES
Complete the form below and tell us about your project. Whether you’re planning a renovation, addition, new build, or laneway home — Kerr Design Build manages the full permit process in-house, so nothing falls through the cracks.
For over 35 years, we’ve been guiding Vancouver homeowners through every stage of the construction process. A member of our team will be in touch shortly.
Or call us at 604-263-0343
Schedule a Consultation
VANCOUVER PERMITS & APPROVALS — DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES
Complete the form below and tell us about your project. Whether you’re planning a renovation, addition, new build, or laneway home — Kerr Design Build manages the full permit process in-house, so nothing falls through the cracks.
For over 35 years, we’ve been guiding Vancouver homeowners through every stage of the construction process. A member of our team will be in touch shortly.
Or call us at 604-263-0343
Meet the Design Team
Kerr Design Build’s design team brings together decades of expertise across custom homes, renovations, and interiors — all under one roof, all working toward one goal: a home you’ll love for years to come. Every project is shaped by people who care deeply about the details, and about you.
Custom Home Builder
Custom Home in Vancouver, BC
For over 35 years, Kerr Design Build has helped Vancouver homeowners build custom homes that are as thoughtfully designed as they are expertly built. One team. One process. Zero dropped balls — from the first sketch to the final walkthrough.
Design and Construction Working as One
Most Vancouver homeowners experience a gap between what was designed and what gets built. At Kerr Design Build, our designers and builders work together from day one — sharing information, resolving details early, and ensuring the construction team fully understands the design before a single wall moves. The result is a finished home that matches the vision you approved — not an approximation of it.
A Smarter Approach to Bathroom Renovations in Vancouver
When your designer and contractor aren’t aligned, bathroom renovations run over budget, take longer than expected, and finish with details that don’t quite match the original vision. At Kerr Design Build, the same team that designs your bathroom builds it — so every tile, fixture, and finish is resolved before construction begins. No surprises. No substitutions without your approval.
Integrated Design & Planning
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Steven Butler
Nearly 20 years turning complex projects into homes that feel natural, balanced, and built for real life — including custom builds, renovations, and Vancouver’s most challenging permits.
Built for the Way You Live. Designed to Last.
Whether you’re reimagining an older character home, adding space to your growing family’s house, or building a custom home from scratch, Kerr Design Build has the team and the track record to deliver.
Home Renovations Vancouver
From full home renovations to kitchen and bathroom upgrades, we transform existing spaces with precision and care. We specialize in older Vancouver homes — understanding the structural, aesthetic, and permitting nuances they require.
Custom Home Builders Vancouver
We design and build custom homes across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, working with you from concept through construction. Every detail is tailored to how you live — designed in-house and built by the same team.
Home Additions Vancouver
When you need more space, we expand your home’s footprint through second story additions and rear extensions. Every project is engineered for structural integrity and designed to feel like it was always part of the original home.
Laneway Homes Vancouver
From full home renovations to kitchen and bathroom upgrades, we transform existing spaces with precision and care. We specialize in older Vancouver homes — understanding the structural, aesthetic, and permitting nuances they require.
Multiple Conversion Dwellings
We convert single-family Vancouver homes into legal multi-unit properties — helping homeowners maximize long-term value and rental income. Our team manages design, permits, and full construction from start to finish, under one roof.
Heritage Home Renovations
Older Vancouver homes carry stories worth preserving. We renovate heritage and character homes with the care they deserve — respecting original architecture while upgrading livability, systems, and energy performance.
What Clients Say
In Their Own Words
Hear from homeowners who trusted Kerr Design Build to guide their custom home, home renovation, home addition, or interior design project. From the first conversation through construction, our team is committed to creating a collaborative, enjoyable, and rewarding experience.
“All meetings were on time, the background work was done so that all the info was ready at the meetings to discuss and thus the meetings were very efficient and that was fantastic. We are very pleased with the final plans and the 3D renders look great. I would highly recommend working with Steven to my friends he was fantastic.”
G. Pansegrau – Home Renovation · Vancouver
“Thank you for your invaluable input, it was sophisticated and elegant and you created a space better than I would have envisioned”
V. Gudas – Home Renovation · Vancouver
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J. Leung – Home Renovation · Vancouver
OUR WORK
Explore Our Projects
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We can’t wait to help you love where you live
Thank you for reaching out to Kerr Design Build. Alejandra will be in touch very soon — and she’s looking forward to hearing all about your project.
One Team. One Process.
Every Kerr Design Build project follows The Kerr System — our proven five-phase design-build process built for Vancouver homeowners who want clarity at every stage.
Discovery & Feasibility
We start with your goals, your home, and your budget — assessing feasibility and permits early so nothing catches you off guard.
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.
Permits & Approvals
We manage the full City of Vancouver permitting process, coordinate trades, finalize materials, and prepare a detailed construction schedule.
Construction
Our own skilled builders execute the work with the same team that designed it. No handoffs. No miscommunications. Just consistent quality on site.
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.
Confidence at Every Stage
From First Conversation to Build-Ready Plans
1 — Listen
Your vision · Your goals · Your budget
Every project starts with a conversation. We take the time to understand how you live, what you need, and what success looks like for you.
2 — Design
Layouts · Interior direction · 3D visualization
We translate what we heard into a design you can see — refined through collaboration until every detail feels right.
3 — Build Ready
Construction drawings · Permit preparation · Site coordination
When design is complete, everything is documented, approved, and ready to build without surprises.
Design-First
Design & Planning
Great homes start before the first nail. Our in-house design team works with you to understand how you live — and designs a home that reflects it.
Every project includes a full needs analysis, space planning, layouts, 3D visualization, material direction, and a detailed design review. Every decision made with your lifestyle and budget in mind — before construction begins. Thoughtful planning and early approvals help reduce delays, support better decisions, and create a smoother path from design to construction.
Design & Planning FAQs in Vancouver
Designed Here. Built Here.
The Ucluelet Residence A new-build oceanfront custom home with two rental suites on a spectacular coastal lot — designed to turn every constraint of a demanding site into a moment of architectural delight. Currently in design development.
The Waterfront Residence
A three-storey waterfront custom home on the north shore of Burrard Inlet — designed to rise with the drama of a 34% slope, with a vaulted main living level, sail-inspired roofline, and a glass elevator within a sculptural stair.
The Point Grey Home A full home renovation, rear addition, and laneway house in one of Vancouver’s most coveted neighbourhoods — designed to honour a 1920s character home while expressing something genuinely contemporary within it.
RENOVATION EXPERIENCES, SHARED BY OUR CLIENTS
What Our Clients Say
“We recently had a kitchen renovation done by Kerr Design Build and we are absolutely thrilled with the results! The designer , Nisha, was fantastic throughout the process and offered excellent suggestions that really elevated the space. The work crews were incredibly talented, and their attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the project.”
Bernadette Perry — Homeowner, Vancouver
