VHDR calendar 2014

2014 CALENDAR

An exclusive collection of Metro Vancouver’s Top RenoMarkTM Renovators, presented by:

Since 1989 CONSTRUCTION GROUP

Vancouver

CONSTRUCTION GROUP

01 2014 VHDR Calendar cover.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

Renovate with Confidence British Columbians love their homes. So much so they will spend more than $7 billion on home renovation and improvement in 2014, 65% of which will be done in Metro Vancouver.

From building an outdoor oasis to completely transforming a family dwelling, homeowners look forward to creating their dream homes, but as renovations have become more complicated and multi-faceted, professional renovators are concerned that the high demand for renovation work has brought unqualified contractors into the market and created a burgeoning underground economy in illegal cash deals.

To provide homeowners with greater confidence when hiring renovation contractors, the Renovation Council of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) has adopted RenoMarkTM. An industry-developed program supported by home builders’ associations across Canada, RenoMarkTM identifies renovation contractors who have agreed to abide by the GVHBA Code of Ethics as well as a renovation-specific 10-point Code of Conduct: • Be a member in good standing of the GVHBA. • Abide by the GVHBA Code of Ethics.

• Provide a detailed, written contract (including scope of work) for all jobs.

• Offer a minimum two-year warranty on all work (excludes minor repair work).

• Carry a minimum of $2 million liability insurance.

• Have coverage for workplace safety and employers’ liability and/or work only with sub-contractors who carry such coverage.

• Carry applicable licenses and permits.

02-03 VHDR December - 2013.indd 1

• Maintain a professional level of knowledge on current building codes, permit procedures and technical skills through continuing education.

• Maintain a safe and organized worksite.

• Return phone calls within two business days.

Your home is one of the largest investments you will ever make, so why would you trust an amateur or a cash-operating contractor to renovate your home? Hire a professional GVHBA RenoMarkTM renovator who cares as much as you do about your home and getting the job done right the first time.

Learn more about RenoMarkTM by visiting www.gvhba.org and clicking on the RenoMarkTM logo.

ABOUT THE GREATER VANCOUVER HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) is a not-for-profit society and is the voice of the residential construction industry in the Greater Vancouver Area. Celebrating 40 years in 2014, GVHBA is the largest of the 10 local associations in British Columbia with more than 745 members, including renovation contractors, new-home builders and suppliers. The GVHBA is proudly affiliated with the provincial and national Canadian Home Builders’ Associations. The GVHBA, which already has an active and respected Renovation Council, is the first association in B.C. to adopt the RenoMarkTM program, to help build consumer confidence when hiring professional renovators.

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

dec 2013

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14 First Day of Winter

15

* 16

17

18

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

24

25

19

20

21

27

* 28

Boxing Day

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL HOME RENOVATION Renovating your

home can be an exciting and rewarding process. Whether you are making modest changes in one or two rooms, or you are transforming your dream home, the process can be pleasant and smooth — if you take the time to plan your project carefully and hire a GVHBA RenoMark renovator.

tips

Compliments of Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association

02-03 VHDR December - 2013.indd 2

22

23

26

New Year’s Eve

29

30

31

Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association #1003, 7495 - 132 Street Surrey, BC V3W 1J8 T: 778-565-4288 info@gvhba.org www.gvhba.org

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

Even this beautiful Georgie-award-winning kitchen built by RJR renovation division requires maintenance to keep its luster, as all homes do. Contact the RJR group and ask about our home maintenance program run by our small projects division.

04-05 VNHR January - RJR 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

jan 2014

WHEN DOING ANY RENOVATION, consumers should always get copies of general liability insurance and WCB clearance letters from their contractor. To further protect yourself get a fixed price contract, with a complete scope of work, no matter what the project size.

The RJR Construction Group provides full design/build service for custom homes and renovations, with a fixed-price opendisclosure contract.

tips

Compliments of RJR Construction Group

SUN

MON

TUE

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

New Year’s Day

FEB 2014 S M T W T F S 2 9 16 23

WED

1 7 8 14 15 21 22 28

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

Chinese New Year

26

27

28

29

30

31

CONSTRUCTION GROUP www.rjrconstruction.ca 604.254.1760

04-05 VNHR January - RJR 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

Master bedroom, EJM Construction

06-07 VNHR February - EJM 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

feb 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

MAR 2014 S M T W T F S 2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

1

Groundhog Day

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Valentine’s Day

DO YOUR RESEARCH!

Research is the key to getting what you want. Consider your lifestyle and the needs of your family, both in the short and long term. Think about how you’re going to pay for the project and consult with a professional renovator, who can help assess the feasibility and budget. Contact your local municipality to determine what permits are required. Contact your insurance broker to review your homeowners insurance policy; you may need to notify them about your project.

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

22

Family Day

16

17

18

19

20

21

23

24

25

26

27

28

tips

Compliments of EJM Group

Building better lifestyles www.ejmgroup.com 604.575.7780

06-07 VNHR February - EJM 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

This U-shaped kitchen combines function and beauty by minimizing upper cabinetry and moving storage into wide banks of drawers. It is the perfect space for both entertaining and spending time with family.

08-09 VNHR March - Kitchen Craft 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

mar

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

tips

Compliments of Kitchen Craft Cabinetry

SAT

1 Ash Wednesday

2

3

4

*5

6

7

8

9

10

* 11

12

13

14

15

St. Patrick’s Day

Before starting a renovation think about how you use your kitchen. Consider the daily workflow, social use, as well as the long and short-term goals for the space.

This will ensure that your kitchen works uniquely for you and stays functional for years to come.

FRI

APR 2014 S M T W T F S

2014

CREATING A SMART KITCHEN THAT WORKS FOR YOU:

THU

16

17

23

24

30

31

First Day of Spring

18

19

20

21

22

25

26

27

28

29

* GVHBA Ovation Awards finalists announced: — March 5 * GVHBA First-time Home Buyer Seminar: — March 11 www.kitchencraftvancouver.com 604.298.9277

08-09 VNHR March - Kitchen Craft 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:22 AM

A 1940s kitchen is converted into an Italian inspired, modern plot for a professional chef and his frequent guests. Zebra paneling encloses structural elements and invigorates glossy white and stainless-steel finishes, while glass and lighting create a casual gala mood.

10-11 VNHR April - Intermind 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

apr

2014

SUN

MON

MAY 2014 S M T W T F S 4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

8

9

10

11

12

April Fool’s Day

3 10 17 24 31

6

7

Palm Sunday

Passover

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

* 26

27

28

29

30

Good Friday

Easter Sunday

THE HOUSE is indeed a mirror of the

self if we can learn to interpret what we see, comprehend what it means and act on what it seeks to communicate.

tips

Compliments of Intermind Design

* GVHBA Ovation Awards winners announced — April 26

www.interminddesign.com 604.338.9936

10-11 VNHR April - Intermind 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

Enjoy the room you spend 75% of your time in — your kitchen/family room! Renovate the space the way you want.

12-13 VNHR May - Mr Build 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

may 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

JUN 2014 S M T W T F S 1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

12

* 13

14

15

16

17

Mother’s Day

11

Victoria Day

DO YOUR HOMEWORK!

Advance research is key to getting what you want. Review books, magazines and websites to get ideas. Visit colleagues who have renovated recently. Consider your lifestyle and the needs of your family both in the short and long term.

A professional renovator can help assess feasibility for you.

tips

Compliments of Mr. Build Vancouver

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

* GVHBA Ask a Pro Renovation Expo + Seminar — May 13

Since 1989 Vancouver www.mrbuild.com 604.732.8453

12-13 VNHR May - Mr Build 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

G WILSON CONSTRUCTION CO LTD Beach Residence, Great Room

14-15 VNHR June - G Wilson 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

jun 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

*8

9

10

11

12

13

14

Father’s Day

First Day of Summer

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28 JUL 2014 S M T W T F S

WHEN CONSIDERING a contractor for

your project, ensure that the contractor has completed several projects of the same size, scope and cost as yours.

tips

Compliments of G Wilson Construction Co. Ltd.

29

30

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

* GVHBA Parade of Renovated Homes — June 8

www.gwilsonconstruction.com 604.873.8013

14-15 VNHR June - G Wilson 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

70’s revival. This distinctive 70’s-style kitchen incorporates load-bearing beams and vaulted ceilings to provide an open-concept space, including a large island for easy prep and entertaining, as well as homework time.

16-17 VNHR July - Best Builders 2014 .indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

jul 2014

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FAMILIES NEEDS, entertainment and otherwise,

is a key element to a renovation that the whole family considers a success.

SUN

MON

AUG 2014 S M T W T F S 3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

Canada Day

2 9 16 23 30

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

tips

Compliments of Best Builders Ltd.

www.bestbuilders.ca 604.943.2378

16-17 VNHR July - Best Builders 2014 .indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

This harmonious great room blends interior and covered exterior spaces to support both year-round quiet family time and the hosting of large gatherings with ease.

18-19 VNHR August - Kenorah 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

aug 2014

UNDERSTANDING HOW SPACES

will support and enrich your lifestyle is an essential element of successful home design. With thoughtful planning, your home will meet your family’s needs today and grow with you into the future. Balancing interior and exterior spaces — and blurring the lines between them — provides exciting options.

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

SEPT 2014 S M T W T F S 7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

Civic Holiday

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

25

26

27

28

29

30

24 31

tips

Compliments of Kenorah

www.kenorah.com 604.940.2767

18-19 VNHR August - Kenorah 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

Visit the spa — everyday! Transform your bathroom into a relaxing spa every time you visit your bathroom — as in this Deer Lake Spa Bath renovation with minimalist vanities, faucets, lighting and fixtures.

20-21 VNHR September - TQ 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

sept

2014

SUN

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

First Day of Autumn

Rosh Hashanah

24

25

26

27

OCT 2014 S M T W T F S 5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

MON Labour Day

DREAM BATHROOM

When envisioning your ideal bathroom, create a wish list and establish a budget.

Decide on fixtures, flooring, bathtub, toilet, shower area and lighting. To create a spa ambiance, go with simplicity. Consider using mirrors to add visual space and elegance to a bathroom. Remember your overall vision to achieve a balance of style, harmony, comfort and functionality.

For more information please visit our website at tqconstruction.ca

21

22

23

28

29

30

tips

Compliments of TQ Construction

www.tqconstruction.ca 604.430.9900

20-21 VNHR September - TQ 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

Consider a creative use of your existing space — as in this Award-Winning West Vancouver Kitchen Greatroom Renovation, where the homeowners enjoy their ‘Lofty View’ ALL evening, while cooking, dining and relaxing.

22-23 VNHR October - My House 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

oct 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

NOV 2014 S M T W T F S 2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

SAT

Yom Kippur

1 8 15 22 29

5

FRI

6

1

2

3

4

7

8

9

10

11

Thanksgiving

CONSIDER THE RE-WORKING OF EXISTING FLOOR SPACE to get

the most from your home. A pro who thinks outside the box can adapt your space by moving walls, adjusting room layouts and creating open, free-flowing floorplans. Because the home pictured was at the maximum allowable square footage, My House filled in some of the basement, making room for a third-floor master bedroom suite without changing the home’s exterior structure or increasing its original footprint.

tips

Compliments of My House Design/ Build/ Team

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

Halloween

26

27

* 28

29

30

31

* Ask a Pro Renovation Expo + Seminar — October 28 *tentative Creating Great Living Spaces www.myhousedesignbuild.com 604.694.6873

22-23 VNHR October - My House 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

By modernizing this 1950’s four-level split through major reconfiguration in the kitchen and master suite, plus extending the outdoor living space, this beautiful award-winning home now boasts amazing views from every angle, while providing enjoyable everyday family living!

24-25 VNHR November - Alchemy 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

nov 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

DEC 2014 S M T W T F S 7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

2

1

3

4

5

6

7

8

Remembrance Day

WHEN CONSIDERING A COMPLETE HOME RENOVATION

it is important to ensure your vision will work with the character or structure of the existing building. Discuss your wants and needs thoroughly with your renovator so that he or she can suggest the best solution for you.

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

23 30

tips

Compliments of Alchemy Construction

www.alchemyconstruction.ca 604.980.3149

24-25 VNHR November - Alchemy 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

Warm Contemporary Kitchen.

26-27 VNHR December - Kerr 2014.indd 1

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

dec 2014

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

1

2

3

4

5

6

8

9

10

11

12

13

17

18

19

20

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

Boxing Day

24

25

26

JAN 2015 S M T W T F S 4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

7

Hanukkah

14

15

16

First Day of Winter

IT’S ALL ABOUT DESIGN

With unique design and creativity there are ways to increase the look and feel of your home without breaking the bank.

This was accomplished on this project with extended windowsills and the unique shape of these windows.

21

22

23

27

New Year’s Eve

28

29

30

31

tips

Compliments of Kerr Construction

www.kerrconstruction.ca 604.263.0343

26-27 VNHR December - Kerr 2014.indd 2

2013-12-11 10:23 AM

SHOWCASING 12 OF METRO VANCOUVER’S PREMIER RENOVATORS

january RJR Construction Management Ltd. www.rjrconstruction.ca

february EJM Group www.ejmgroup.com

march Kitchen Craft Cabinetry www.kitchencraftvancouver.com

april Intermind Design www.interminddesign.com

may Mr. Build Vancouver www.mrbuild.com

june G Wilson Construction Co. Ltd. www.gwilsonconstruction.com

july Best Builders www.bestbuilders.ca

august Kenorah www.kenorah.com

september TQ Construction www.tqconstruction.ca

october My House Design/ Build/ Team www.myhousedesignbuild.com

november Alchemy Construction www.alchemyconstruction.ca

december Kerr Construction www.kerrconstruction.ca

Published By

28 VNHR Back Cover.indd 1

Copyright 2014/2015 Home Decor & Renovations magazine, a division of Wall2Wall Media. Wall2Wall Media is a trademark of Yellow Pages Group Co. in Canada. All rights reserved by Wall2Wall Media.

Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by Copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law.

Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association #1003, 7495 - 132 Street Surrey, BC V3W 1J8 T: 778-565-4288 info@gvhba.org www.gvhba.org

2013-12-11 10:23 AM