Transforming Homes at Scale

How Full Home Renovations Rebuild Structure, Layout, and Long-Term Performance A full home renovation is one of the most complex and rewarding projects in residential construction. It offers homeowners the chance to completely reimagine their space, correct long standing issues, improve building performance, and extend the life of the home for decades. On the North […]
Smart Home Integration for West Coast Living

Technology That Enhances Comfort and Efficiency Smart home technology has moved far beyond novelty. Today, it is a natural part of modern living and a powerful way to improve comfort, efficiency, and security in custom homes across North Vancouver and West Vancouver. When these systems are planned early in the design process, they blend seamlessly […]
Coastal Custom Homes

How to Design and Build for Wind, Salt Air, and West Coast Weather Building a custom home on the West Coast is an opportunity to create something truly special, especially in communities like West Vancouver and the North Shore where the landscape meets the ocean. Coastal sites offer an incredible blend of natural beauty, dramatic […]
Custom Build That Adapts to Future Living

Designing a Forever Home: How to Plan a Custom Build That Adapts to Future Living A custom home offers something rare in residential construction. It gives families the opportunity to create a space shaped around how they live now and how they expect to live in the future. For homeowners in North Vancouver and West […]
Coastal Construction

Sustainable Coastal Construction in West Vancouver Few places present the natural beauty and construction challenges of West Vancouver. Perched between the mountains and the sea, homes here face strong coastal winds, salt air, heavy rainfall, and steep terrain. Building or renovating in this setting demands more than skill. It requires foresight, innovation, and a deep […]
Heritage Homes in West Vancouver

Modernizing Heritage Homes in West Vancouver: Balancing Character with Performance West Vancouver is known for its breathtaking views, mature trees, and distinctive homes that reflect decades of architectural evolution. From the homes built after the war in Ambleside to the mid century designs tucked into the hills of Caulfeild, these houses are part of what […]
Home Renovations in West Vancouver

West Vancouver Home Renovations: Building for Views, Slope, and Seaside Living West Vancouver is one of the most stunning places to live in British Columbia. From oceanfront properties along Marine Drive to hillside estates overlooking Burrard Inlet, every home here tells a story shaped by its landscape. Yet those same mountains, slopes, and coastal conditions […]
High-Performance Homes with Kennedy

High-Performance Homes in North Vancouver A high-performance home is designed and built to deliver exceptional energy efficiency, durability, comfort, and air quality. At Kennedy Construction, creating high-performance homes is not an added service—it’s the foundation of how we build. As Certified Net Zero Builders with over 20 years of experience, we combine advanced building science […]
Choosing the Right Sustainable Materials for Your Renovation or Build

Choosing the Right Sustainable Materials for Your Renovation or Build The materials you choose for your home are more than just finishes and structural components; they directly affect how your home looks, feels, performs, and ages over time. At Kennedy Construction, we believe that selecting sustainable, durable materials is one of the most important steps […]
The Benefits of Net-Zero Homes in North Vancouver

The Benefits of Net-Zero Homes in North Vancouver A Net-Zero home is designed and built to produce as much energy as it consumes over the course of a year, offering homeowners a perfect balance of efficiency, comfort, and environmental responsibility. In Canada, a home can be recognized as Net Zero by meeting strict EnerGuide performance […]