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Okanagan
HOME Dec 2009/Jan 2010
INSIDE
Craftsman Style
ENERGY
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The Dreamweaver
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Wildens Skylands 103
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AuthenTech Homes
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Edgecomb Builders
38
Fawdry Homes
44
Meadow Ridge Homes
50
Rykon Construction
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Mon Reposa Penthouse
104
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Teresan Gas
Okanagan Environmental
Industry Alliance (OEIA)
CHBA Directory
Craftsman Style
Mans Great Gift Lies in His Vision
2008 TOMMIE GOLD WINNER

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Inspiration Homes
PROFILE
76
Curved by Design
82
Travel
96
PCS Construction
98
Cladco Constructors
100
Rediscovered Wood
102
Shaw
DECOR
81
From the Forest
88
Pure Granite Rocks!
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Robinson Lighting
COVER: Apchin Design Corps

Crescendo by Shawn Talbot
Publisher:
Raymond F. Oelrich
Senior Editor:
Keri-Lynn Turney
Advertising Executives:
Arlene Paulsen, Chris Matishak
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Issue 14, Dec 2009/Jan 2010
Contributors:
Albert Berkshire, Ross Freake, Mike Freeman,
Don Gerein, Deanna Merrick, Keri-Lynn Turney
Published for:
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his is the last issue of 2009 and we are proud of the

progress we have made in our first two issues since we
bought the publication. We have increased the retail
outlets that carry the magazine from 30 in July to over
600 now, and doubled the number of copies from 25,000 to now
50,000 copies.
The biggest change will be in distribution so we have an opportunity for 100,000 or more readers to experience Okanagan
Home, many for the first time.
We have worked extensively with the Kelowna Daily Courier to ensure we distribute at least 25,000 copies in all of their
newspapers in early December. They have an amazing variety of
newsstand retailers and these give us the opportunity to get the
magazine into hundreds of locations in a three-day span. We are
also mailing this issue to approximately 10,000 businesses, from
Vernon to Osoyoos, and another 15,000 more copies go out for
display and free distribution at the Kelowna Airport, shopping
centres, restaurants and other retailers, as well as our entire advertiser base and all CHBA members.
Speaking of the North and South Okanagan, we want to feature
even more stories from these areas, and you will see several in
this issue.
We are striving to feature more builders, developers, designers,
contractors and suppliers in the entire Okanagan, not just Kelowna. This will help bring Okanagan Home to the forefront as the
premier publication in the valley, which is our goal.
Remember, most of these homes and projects are actually for
sale; they are not museums to be observed! Support the members,
BUY SOMETHING and tell them you saw them in Okanagan
Home. I know they will appreciate it, and I know we will! As
always you can reach me at roelrich@shaw.ca
ts Tommie Time! Yes, this is the 2009 Tommie Silver Finalists Issue and is full of Silver Award winners. Some of those
will win Tommie Gold Awards, to be announced the end of
January.
Check out the February/March Tommie Gold Issue for
those winners.
We wanted to showcase some of the great design work the Okanagan offers and we hope you will enjoy reading this as much as
we enjoyed producing it!
We live in an area of tremendous talent and you will be reading about some of the most amazing homes in this issue we have
ever seen.
Youll find ALL FIVE of the builders at Wilden, along with
the Wilden story itself, surely one of the best success stories in
Canada. You may have not realized Wilden is a three-decade-long
project that will take many years to complete.
The value of these homes is understated and we hope you will
take the opportunity to read about their entire project, then go up
there for yourself.
Raymond and I visited it when we began laying out this issue
and were excited to find this gem of a development right here in
the Okanagan.
I couldnt decide which showhome I liked best! There are
nearly 40 pages in this issue of all things Wilden.
We have many more great stories too, from Vernon to Penticton. Round Table examines the Craftsman Style and its presence
in the Okanagan.
From the Okanagan Home family to yours, have a great holiday season and stay safe!
For editorial enquiries contact me at kerilynn@shaw.ca.
he Thompson Okanagan
Housing Awards or TOMMIE Awards is celebrating
our 18th year of recognizing
excellence in the many facets of the
home building industry. With each passing year, our association membership
grows and along side that, our Tommie
Awards as the most prized and valuable
symbols of industry excellence. The
Canadian Home Builders Association
of the Central Okanagan [CHBA-CO] is
delighted with the success of last years
Tommie and we are building on that mo-
mentum and ready for Tommie 2009 Gold Gala January 30th, 2010.
Tickets are available via www.chbaco.com or 250.861.3988
Terry Heinrich Tommie 2009 Chairman

Your Tommie 2009 Tommie Committee
Tommie 2009 Gold Gala tickets

available now visit
www.chbaco.com or
call 250.861.3988.
2009 SILVER

Residential Planning, Design and
Construction - New and Renovation

Excellence in Creating Affordable Housing
Rohit Communities Artisan
Scuka Enterprises Ltd. Gordon Drive Short Term Housing
Cardan Enterprises Ltd. Suite
Excellence in Single Detached Home under 2,000 sq. ft.

Valux Homes Ltd.
Bridges at Glenview Pond The Moledina Residence
Cardan Enterprises Ltd. Pouliot Residence
Sun Rivers Golf Resort Community Irongate Place Classic
Adult Living
Cardan Enterprises Ltd. Lavioe Residence
Cardan Enterprises Ltd. Case Residence
Excellence in Creating a Low-Rise

Multi-Family Development
Edgecombe Builders Martin Lofts
G Group of Companies Southwind at Sarsons - Phase 2
The Mission Group Mode
Scuka Enterprises Ltd. Gordon Drive Short-term Housing
Excellence in Creating a Hi-Rise
Multi-Family Development
North Ellis Developments The Madison
Lake Placid Developments Inc. Centuria Urban Village
CONGRATU
Excellence in Single Detached Home 2,001-2,999 sq. ft.

Edgecombe Builders Model Home
Woodstyle Homes Ltd. Goodgrove Residence
Mibroc Construction Ltd. Alpine Ski Retreat
Meadow Ridge Homes Limited Show Home at Wilden
C.M. Edwards Construction McDonald Residence
Excellence in Single Family Detached Home
3,000 sq. ft and over
Okanagan Dream Builders Ltd. The Lincoln
Inspiration Homes Sage Pointe Home
PCS Construction Mann Residence
Bellamy Homes Lakeview Model Home
Valux Homes Ltd. Bridges at Glenview Pond - The Fedor
$1 Million to $3 Million
Rykon Construction Management Ltd. Sheerwater
Frame Custom Homes Lakeview Custom Residence
Woodstyle Home Ltd. La Maison
Edgecombe Builders High Pointe Home
Fawdry Homes Scenic View Vista
Over $3 Million
Mibroc Construction The Ranch Manor
Timberhaven Homes Lot 23 High Pointe Drive
Excellence in Semi-Detached or Townhome Development

Valux Homes Ltd. Bridges at Glenview Pond
The Knight/Manual Residence
The Mission Group Amberhill
Executive Townhome
Rohit Communities Kelowna Cypress Point
Excellence in Creating A Resort Development

Trasolini Chetner Construction + Development Corporation
The Waterfront

Excellence in Residential Renovations under $250,000
Keith Dahlen Construction Ltd. Private Residence
Square Root Contracting & Consulting Ltd. Urban Santuary
Excellence in Residential Renovations $250,000-$500,000

DW Builders Modern Dream Renovation
Keith Dahlen Construction Ltd. Private Residence

Interior and Landscape Design

Excellence in Kitchen Renovation under $50,000
Square Root Contracting & Consulting Ltd. Urban Santuary
Westwood Fine Cabinetry Creed Kitchen Reno
Excellence in Kitchen Design under $40,000 - New Home
Inspiration Homes Sage Pointe Home Kitchen
ATR Developments Inc. Trumpeter Ridge
Norelco Cabinet Solutions Waterfront
Cadence at The Lakes Cadence at The Lakes
Meadow Ridge Homes Show Home at Wilden
Excellence in Kitchen Design over $40,000 - New Home
PCS Construction Finnerty Road
Bellamy Homes Lakeview Show Home
Westwood Fine Cabinetry Cates Custom Kitchen
Fawdry Homes Scenic View Vista Kitchen
Excellence in Master Suite Design in a Home
Bellamy Homes Lakefront Private Residence
Okanagan Dream Builders Ltd. The Lincoln
PCS Construction Finnerty Road
TOMMIE WINNERS
Excellence in Sales Centre and Model Home Presentation
Meadow Ridge Homes Limited Show Home at Wilden
Rohit Communities Kelowna Cypress Point
Rohit Communities Kelowna Artisan
Excellence in Interior Design in a Custom Residence
Inspiration Homes Sage Pointe Interior Design
Pasedena Estates Ltd. Mon Reposa
Edgecombe Builders High Pointe Home Interior Design
Timberhaven Homes High Pointe Drive Interior Design
Excellence in Website Design

Canaterra Property Pages Canaterra Property
Sun Rivers Golf Resort Community Sun Rivers
Sales Team of the Year in New Home Construction
Dilworth Quality Homes Inc. Dilworth Homes - All Sites
Outstanding Achievement in Environmental
Consideration and Energy Efficiency
ULATIONS
Excellence in Creating an Interior Feature/Innovation
in a Home
Edgecombe Builders High Point Home Interior Feature
DeJong & Sons Contracting Inc. Mon Reposa
Inspiration Homes Sage Pointe Shattered Glass Counter
Dutch Construction (1988) Ltd. Umbrella

Excellence in Landscape Design New or
Renovation Single Family
Edgecombe Builders High Point Home Zlandscape Design
Synergy Landscape Design Ltd. Fleury Residence
Ground Sense Landscaping Elements of The Dillon Residence
Excellence in Landscape Design - Multi Family
GGroup of Companies Southwind at Sarsons - Phase 2

Sales, Marketing and Outstanding
Achievements

Excellence in Logo, Signage and Brochure Design
Maclean Group Marketing Black Mountain Golf Course
and Community
All Weather Windows Our Style
Excellence in Advertising Campaign
Maclean Group Marketing Black Mountain Golf Course
and Community
Excellence in Advertising - Individual Ad
Maclean Group Marketing Black Mountain Golf Course and
Community
All Weather Windows Toughest Standards
Built Green BC Builder/Renovator of the Year

Greenman Homes R-2000 Duplex
Sun Rivers Golf Resort Community Irongate Place Classic
Best Public/Private Partnership

Okanagan College The Home For Learning 2009
CHBA Central Interior 2009 Training House
Terasen Award for Building Energy Efficiency
Multi Family New Construction

2009 Grand Tommie Finalists

Residential Development of the Year
Trasolini Chetner Construction + Development Corporation
The Waterfront
Lake Placid Developments Inc. Centuria Urban Village
North Ellis Developments The Madison

Home Builders of the Year - Small Volume,
Large Volume and Multi-Family
Meadow Ridge Homes
Inspiration Homes
Woodstyle Home Ltd.
Cardan Enterprises Ltd.
Community of the Year

Home of the Year
Meiklejohn Architects Inc. Meiklejohn Architects Inc.
Okanagan
Ok a n a g a n R e a l E s tat e R e v i e w
MANS GREAT GIFT LIES
IN HIS VISION
By Don Gerein
hese were the last written words

of Frank Lloyd Wright found on
his desk the day he died 50 years
ago on April 9, 1959 at the age of
91. The article he was writing goes on to say,
Creative architecture is the greatest proof of
(mans) immortal soul. He could not have
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL STATS
OCT 06
OCT 07
OCT 08
OCT 09
UNITS SOLD FOR THE MONTH
175
216
91
215
1674
2242
2573
1622
AVERAGE SELL PRICE YEAR TO DATE
$400,621
$476,385
$507,962
$460,327
LISTING INVENTORY
935
1036
1861
1378
UNITS SOLD YEAR TO DATE
SOURCE OMREB
known that he would define himself and his contribution to the world
of architecture in a few words that still have relevance today.
Architecture and design have great relevance in the real estate
business. Buyers are attracted to homes with great street appeal
and functionality. First impressions are very important. These are
properties that not only have significant value to the proud owner, but
positive resale value on the open market. We recognize that all human actions are initiated solely to improve the human condition and
buying a home ranks as one of the best examples of this psychology.
Not only do the owners derive satisfaction from their home, they derive satisfaction from others recognizing and validating their choice
of architecture and living space. When they invite their friends to
their new dwellings for the first time, they are hoping for (expecting)
comments of positive reinforcement.
Wright despised pomposity and pretension, holding firm to his
principles of integrity and simplicity. He had an amazing ability to
work in three dimensions. He grew up in Wisconsin close to the land
and sought harmony with nature. He always spelled nature with a
capital N and told employees to go to the woods and fields for
colour schemes and search for warm, optimistic tones. His practice
spanned over six decades and was established in 1893 creating structures right through to 1959. Photographs of his work show examples
that would be very well received in our local market today. His use of
large overhangs, flared eaves, high bands of windows and shingle on
exterior walls and gables has connected with our local market.
Our best selling homes (both single and multi-family) incorporate natural materials and colours that belong in this environment
and unite the interior with outdoor space. The outdoor space can be
a simple deck or patio and go all the way up to the pool, outdoor
kitchen or water feature.
When we were engaged to sell the 48 condominiums at Abbott
House, we were presented a design incorporating large overhangs, an
impressive beamed arch, shingle gables and board and batten siding
with real brick detail and real timber accents all in soothing natural
colours. This development incorporated these features from heritage
buildings and the architect blended them with his vision to impart a
modern feel. The artists conceptions engaged buyers in a manner I

had not previously experienced. The comment most often heard was
finally, a condominium building which tempts me to sell my house
and move. Not surprisingly, Abbott House was honored with a prestigious Tommie Award last year.
Jamie Maw of Huntington Homes summarized the project in this
manner: We tried to suggest an architectural vision for modern
Kelowna, but one that would resonate with a timeless quality. Up
close, theres lots of detail and different textures, but from a distance,
they merge into a distinctive whole. It makes people smile.
Our area has been inundated with many housing styles over the
past decade as we went through the eras of Spanish style, Miami
Vice pink stucco, fake Tuscan and bright coloured stucco contemporary. Thankfully, tastes have moderated and this in part is driven by
the consumer demand for quality.
The Central Okanagan has embraced the Craftsman Style of housing and this movement began in the 1880s to celebrate handicraft,
simple forms and the use of natural materials.
True Craftsman styles were those featured in Gustav Stickleys,
The Craftsman magazine from 1901 to 1916. The style featured
the characteristics of Frank Lloyd Wrights designs and used open
floor plans, few hallways, numerous windows, art glass, exposed
roof rafters, wide eaves and natural stonework. They were intended
to be practical houses affordable by a wide range of people.
The theme has been widely interpreted and there are some fantastic homes around our area that are attractive examples of this style
of architecture. There are some others that have borrowed heavily
on the theme and may not stand the test of time. Overzealous use of
cultured stone (fondly known as lick and stick) is prevalent, as are
colours and styles of rock that do not assimilate with our area. Other mistakes include timbers that are stuck on the front of the house
with no structural intent, just decoration. Some colours that scream
to make a statement have not been in keeping with the intent of this
architecture as noted previously. Generally, our local home builders
and designers have been doing a pretty good job interpreting this
theme and making it commercially viable.
When it comes to the economic viability and survival of this style,
you the buyer are the ultimate critic, the final decision maker
in this process. You alone decide if you like the architecture enough
to make the very expensive decision to buy it. You decide if the
materials look like they belong to the house and belong to the area.
You decide if the architecture and design engages the observer on
all levels. This will be your home in which you seek shelter, comfort
and peace. At the same time it will portray to the observer a little bit
of the essence of the people that live within, but not too much for
there always should be the element of mystery.
Remember, less is more.
Contact
Box
Don Gerein, Broker and President

Macdonald Realty Kelowna
Phone: 250-860-4300 macanswer@shawbiz.ca
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As all of us are unique, so are the homes Denis builds; each and every one a signature
statement reflecting the dreams and visions of his clients.
By Michael Freeman and Photographed by Shawn Talbot
kanagan topography provides breathtaking places where views, privacy and proximity to the lake inspire us to stop and think: Right herethis exact placeis where I
would build my dream home!
Aside from the financial restrictions facing the average citizen, there could be some
problems building the perfect castle. The same landscape that sparked the fantasy brings with it
some difficult challenges, for how does one construct a house on a mountain or on an irregular lot
without radically changing the natural features of the land?
One way is to shape the house to fit the profile of the lot, breaking the traditional model, and
adapting elevations to match natures curves. It is a concept that the average homebuilder would
likely shy away from, but Denis Apchin isnt an average homebuilder. The head of Apchin Design
Corp loves this kind of challenge and it shows in some of Kelownas finest architecture.
The lot is absolutely the key in developing the final design, notes Apchin. The land inspires me; many of my luxury homes are built on either view or water property, so there is always
something pretty special about each one.
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Apchin strives to design the home around the contours of the lot,
as well as natural features like trees and boulders that might otherwise be removed. He calls the process harmonizing with the environment, made viable because every single house plan is drawn
from scratch. Apchin first gets some basic guidelines at the initial
meeting: what rooms are required and what the familys important
needs are. He goes to the site to get some feelings and ideas about the
over-all project and begins a preliminary design. I never have a preconceived idea of what the home is going to look like, he remarks.
We are always trying to create something unique.
Crescendo at Big White is the perfect example of Apchins philosophy. Local snow-hounds will instantly recognize the resorts
largest single-family luxury rental accommodation located on left
side of The Woodcutter run on the way to the Ridge Rocket chairlift.
The lot is triangular, but I could have put a rectangular building
there. Instead I matched the outer walls to the property linethe roof
and land comes to an exact point. The designer wanted a more exciting look than a plain flat roof, so he lifted one side to allow it to lie at
an angle. To match the elevations of the mountain, Apchin designed a
35 foot high circular staircase that has six separate areas to enjoy.
The unique aesthetic of the Crescendo is certainly what draws on
our emotions, but engineering the project was no small feat. We
wanted the 27 foot tall windows to go right to the soffit, we wanted
to match the contour of the land, and we had to compensate for the
incredible snow weight at Big White, 300 pounds per square foot!
explains Apchin. The only way to address all of the issues was to
build a metal skeleton that would support the huge double trusses
placed one foot apart. There are massive spans and the roof is cant
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up to eight feet in places. The structure had to be carefully engineered to withstand all that weight.
For the Crescendo, like many of his other projects, Apchin turned
to Greg Wylie of R & A Engineering in Vernon. Greg is very easy
to work with, he allows me to conceptualize my designs and then
he always manages to engineer the home without compromising the
design, declares Apchin.
Some of his clients know exactly what they want, and may even
have a physical collection of ideas. Others are much less specific.
People come to me for inspiration, so I take their wants and needs,
and maybe some of their tastes in architecture, and I try to make it
as individual and personal for them as possible, says Apchin, before
referring to his amazing website portfolio, which reveals that no two
Apchin designed homes are alike.
As the master designer refines the concept of the home, he consults very carefully with his customers to determine precisely what
they want, all the while keeping in mind the homes visual elegance,
architectural strength, and environmental harmony. He determines
the best home style for the lot by considering such things as the characteristics of the site, the view corridors, morning and afternoon sun,
driveway approach, utilities and the layout of the home.
Apchin Design also uses Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) programs to assist in designing the home. This technology allows them
to draw a perfect, three dimensional model of the home that can be
viewed from any angle, inside the home or out. The software can be
loaded with all the finishing materials and their respective colours,
so the homebuyer can walk through the most reasonable facsimile
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of the finished home.

Apchin has been designing and building custom homes in the interior of BC for almost three decades. In 1975, he began a five year
specialized teaching degree
in Industrial Education at
UBC. When he graduated
in 1980, he returned to Kelowna to pursue a career as a
shop teacher. However, the
time Apchin spent at UBC,
designing and building a
multitude of projects that
honed his skills in woodwork, metalwork, power
mechanics, materials technology and electronics,
gave him the solid background to try something
else.
He started teaching full
time, but also started Apchin Design. That first summer he designed
and built his first house. I started as a teacher and part time designer,
building in the summers. After five years, I was working both positions full time, he explains. I was definitely stretched, and I had to
make a decision: On one hand I had a good, secure teaching job; on
the other were my dreams and a lot of unanswered questions. I chose
to take the rollercoaster ride!
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Apchin has built dream homes for affluent, discerning people,

winning awards at both the provincial and national levels, but one
award, the Canamera, is special for him. I didnt enter it. Nobody
does, he says. Winners are
selected by professional
Computer rendering
property appraisers who
travel throughout western
Canada and the US. They
put on a wonderful awards
ceremony for us and paid
for everything. I won and
I didnt even know I was
entered in it, shares the
humble designer.
Awards are nice, but Apchin prefers to concentrate
in other directions for accolades. My awards come
from my clients; I know
when Ive won by their
happinesswhen I see they are ecstatic with what they have, thats
my prize, he says, even though five of his six entries won Georgies. Another rewarding experience for Apchin is conceiving and
constructing living spaces that protect the environment. Denis was
one of the first builders over a decade ago to convert from natural
gas to geothermal systems for all his homes. Geothermal just makes
sense once you understand the benefits. Its a no brainer, especially
Providing structural engineering throughout the

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for the larger homes I design that can require as much as 20 tons of
air conditioning says Apchin. Always an optimist he looks forward
to a future when homes will one day be completely self-sufficient
and off the grid. Apchin is a member of the (OEIA) Okanagan Environmental Industry Alliance and is constantly looking to incorporate
new energy efficient ideas and technologies into his homes. Never
one to restrict his thinking to the mundane, Apchin is unveiling a new
project called Summerland Sky. A developer has retained me to do
the designs for eight incredible lots, he announces excitedly. His fees
are included in the price of the lot, which translates into a great value
for the purchaser, but more importantly, the arrangement gives one
of Canadas premier designers the architectural controls to maximize
the stunning views, privacy and investment values for an entire community. A conventional design guideline restricts the imagination and
forces the developer to police it. I will provide an individual solution:
an original Apchin home design personally created for the purchaser,
he promises. At Summerland Sky, Apchin Design is also happy to
build these homes for purchasers; however, the sale is not conditional to this service. We can give people the complete package if they
choose, says the builder.
All his designs include the hard-scape as well. We plan the entire
site, including wharves, docks, swimming pools, sidewalks, and steps.
All the gates, the driveway, fences, and even fountains; any physical
features that need to be constructed on the property are done by us.
The Summerland Sky website is embedded in The
Apchin Design site, and vice-versa. Both are great places to
contact a real, live Dreamweaver.
Contact
Apchin Design Corp
Denis Apchin
phone: 250-862-2078 fax: 250-868.3489
www.apchin.com denis@apchin.com
Everwood Exotic Doors
phone: 250-869-0313
dean@everwooddesign.com www.everwooddesign.com
R&A Engineering (1997) Ltd
phone: 250-542-1357
greg@raengineering www.raengineering.ca
GeoTility
phone: 250-686-0863
www.geotility.ca
Crescendo
www.skicrescendo.com
Okanagan Hardwood Flooring
phone: 250-765-2610
www.okanaganhardwoodflooring.com
Ensuite (Kohler)
www.emcobc.ca
Blair Mechanical Services Ltd.
phone: 250-491-2700
www.blairmechanical.com
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Is that you guys way up there?

By Albert Berkshire
f you look at the housing industry as a business, its easy to see how the primary
goal of any residential developer is to create a neighbourhood that appeals to a target
homebuyer you, me, the couple down the street. Optimum success, it could be
argued, requires a combination of great design, preferred location, and the social
image that is attached to the property.
When you look at it from a consumer point of view, its all about lifestyle, image, design, practicality, his and her closet space, and what you get for your dollar. Effectively
value.
On both sides of the equation, Wilden hit the mark with its first four neighbourhoods,
and carried that success over the mountain to the new, and breathtaking Wilden Skylands.
If theres one constant in the Okanagan Valleys real estate market it is the expression,
lake and valley views. People love a view. I mean, really, do you want to look at the
back of your neighbours fence? Or do you want sunsets, glistening water, and beautiful
trees? Considering how many hillside neighbourhoods there are in and around Kelowna,
the preferred choice for a great view and Okanagan Lifestyle has been Wilden. But that
shouldnt surprise you. Wondering why? Heres a few interesting facts that has made
Wilden so attractive to homebuyers looking for something different . . . something better.
When local developer, Gerhard Blenk first started planning this 2,000-plus-acre community, his hillside-building scheme was so new, and so comprehensive that many of the
design parameters were incorporated into the City of Kelownas official hillside-building
guidelines. And the innovation didnt stop there.
Wilden was the first development, possibly in Canada, to pre-drill every home site for
geothermal heating and cooling systems. The goal has been to create a community that
gives back to the environment. The use of geothermal systems eliminates the need for homeowners to use natural gas to heat and cool the home, hot water, and even a swimming
pool. This option for homeowners helps them greatly reduce their carbon footprint, and
save long term on their heating and cooling bills. Score another one for Wilden.
Interestingly enough, the advanced hillside-building scheme and geothermal systems
are not front and centre at Wilden. Call them background benefits, if you will. It is the
sheer beauty and creativity of design in every home at Wilden that has really won over
buyers.
Form, Function, and Feedback
In the last five years, Wilden has built some stunning new homes, and collected some
serious hardware. Wilden and its five custom homebuilders have won over 50 Silver and
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Gold Tommie Awards for excellence in creating outstanding homes,

kitchens, master suites, landscaping, a community, and several environmental consideration awards. And as nice as it is to be recognized
for excellence, its the recognition of the Wilden homebuyers that
really makes the Wilden team shine.
Weve consistently had positive feedback, strong sales and excellent reviews, comments Brent Couves, Sales and Marketing Manager at Wilden.
Its no surprise. With five dedicated homebuilders showing
off their model homes at Clear Pond Place at the entrance to
Wildens Skylands its a row of creativity that makes you want
to move in right away. Artfully crafted homes encompass the Okanagan lifestyle creating homes that have a uniquely broad appeal.
Empty nesters and families alike seem to favour the Wilden designs.
Main floor living is emphasized, and true to our fantastic seasons,
it blends indoor-outdoor living seamlessly. Private yards, courtyards, and entertaining spaces form an integral part of every home.
If you could clearly define Okanagan architecture, you could do it in
any Wilden neighbourhood.
Is That You Way Up There?
So what about the view? The view that everyone one really wants.
Its where most people didnt think to look. Wildens Skylands is so
high up that when the street lights were lit for the first time along
Skyland Drive, the calls started pouring in. The common question
was, Is that you guys way up there?
That is one of the beauties of Wildens Skylands. Its completely
unexpected, while being exactly what so many homebuyers have
been seeking. Its a well-planned combination of stunning lake and
city views, larger than usual building lots, and simply beautiful, natural surroundings.
It is everything Wilden strives to be.
Even though Wilden Skylands provides stunning views across the
city, and up and down Okanagan Lake, its proximity to the downtown
business core, shopping, dining, golf, and beaches is what makes it
most attractive. Sure views are incredible, but so is the convenience
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of being within 10 minutes of just about everything. The

new Wilden Skylands is accessed from Clifton Road, allowing Wilden to stay true to the motto, Ten minutes to
downtown, 10 steps to nature.
Lifestyle and Value
As Wilden has grown, each new neighbourhood has

moved up a notch on the wow scale. Its not just wow,
nice homes, its the fine tuning of the community, the adding of the current residents ideas, the new hiking, biking,
walking, and strollering trails, and of course, new technology to help make the homes even more comfortable.
What hasnt changed with this newest Wilden neighbourhood is the incredible value it represents for homebuyers. Wilden Skylands puts you on top of the city, in
a quiet, private neighbourhood just moments from your
everyday life.
Couves makes a great point about the real bonus for buyers choosing Wilden right now comes from the value being
offered from their award-winning builder team. Were offering incredible value right now with home and lot packages at Wildens Skylands from under $440,000. You just
cant beat this offer, he says.
When you consider the craftsmanship and the price, its
a great deal. Add to it the fact that Wilden consistently sells
out quickly as each new neighbourhood is released, and
you have a winning combination of exceptional lifestyle
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Wilden Quick facts:
Over 2,000 acres

1,000 acres dedicated to Green Space
Quiet street, quiet neighbourhoods
Awarded over 50 housing industry awards
Five custom homebuilders
Home and lot packages starting under $440,000
Three-level, 2,700 sq. ft. town homes under $450,000
and tremendous value the two key components necessary for a
solid real estate investment.
With Wildens Select Builder Team looking after new home construction in Wildens Skylands, Wildens own building company has
turned its attention to its first major project. Hidden Lake Lane is
underway with fantastic 2,700-square-foot townhomes. These are
just beautiful with three levels, open concept living, sundecks and
covered patios, and four nicely sized bedrooms. Its luxury living
without the maintenance. And like the Skylands homes, these town
homes at Hidden Lake Lane represent wonderful value and lifestyle
convenience from under $450,000.
Wherever you look at Wilden, youll find finely crafted homes in a
natural setting. Its as close to defining the Okanagan Lifestyle as you
can come. And its all just 10 minutes to downtown.
Take a Tour
No matter which Wilden neighbourhood you visit, youll see beautiful, award-winning homes surrounded by Mother Nature. It was
developer Gerhard Blenks plan from the start, and 50 years from
now, itll be just as beautiful.
To see the beauty today, visit the Model Homes at Clear Pond
Place. Theyre open Saturday through Thursday. Its always a great
time to see the homes and neighbourhoods at Wilden, but theres
never been a better time to move to Wilden!
Contact
Wilden
Brent Couves, Sales and Marketing Manager
Phone: 250-762-2906 Toll-free: 1-866-762-2906
www.wilden.ca sales@wilden.ca
GeoTility Geothermal Systems
(250) 762-5776
www.geotility.ca
Smalls Tile
(250) 765-0245
www.smallstile.ca
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#112 - 3677 Highway 97 North, Kelowna

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765-0245
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tailored, to suit
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your specific
needs, whether you have kids, a dog, or

if you want a view, or a
lot that will
accommodate a pool.
Building your dreams into reality
By Michael Freeman
uthenTech Homes is a designated Certified Residential

Builder (CRB,) and has been building custom homes in
the Okanagan for almost 20 years. Scott Tyerman, the
president, is an inter-provincial journeyman carpenter
and a Registered Housing Professional (RHP) who has been in the
construction industry for nearly three decades, but dont expect to
find him suited-up behind a big desk in a fancy office.
Hes at the job site; hes the guy in blue jeans and work boots,
laughs Greg Vinton, the sales and marketing manager of AuthenTech. Tyerman is at the home site doing a walk througha tour
with his clients to update the progress of their new home, answer
any questions and implement
the features to make the home
uniquely theirs. This is just one
of several inspections he will
undertake with his clients. He
personally does the all the walkthroughs.
Vinton is the face of the
company, the first person you
are likely to meet at their showhome offices in Wilden, and he
remains involved throughout
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the construction process. Im here so he can be out there, notes

Vinton. We feel our customers want the guy with 20-some years
experience building their houses.
We are a tightly-knit team of professionals who all work with
the homeowner, to ensure their dream is realized. Scott and I first
meet the homebuyer to help them through the design and selection
process. Whether it is selecting a lot and a design, or helping to
choose from the wide array of options available, the client values
this upfront help, which gets them going in the right direction,
says Vinton.
AuthenTech also includes the design services of Ginette Sigouin, of Ginette Interiors. This helps assure the customers that
their homes are tailored to their specific wishes. The homeowner
appreciates this helping hand in selecting their colours, as quite
often they are overwhelmed without this helpful service, explains
Vinton. Out on site, the excellent management skills of project
manager Fabio Gaudio guarantees that the job will be carried out
professionally and in a timely manner.
We all know our clients really well; we are easy to get a hold
of, and there is always someone to answer your questions. There is
clear communication from the beginning, so there are no surprises
delivering your home as desired, on time, and on budget, promises Vinton.
When you call them, you will likely be greeted by the friendly
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voice of Gina Tyerman, the business administrator and co-owner.

Gina is involved in every project as well, and she is happy to answer
any questions her customers may have.
The principals at AuthenTech believe that in recent years, many
industries have experienced below average customer service due to
the previously ballooning economy. Scott actually handles the customer service himself, affirms Vinton, ensuring our customers that
they are being looked after by the guy who signed their building
contract! They really appreciate that he is involved right through to
the end.
AuthenTechs Wilden show home is a perfect example of how a
collaborative effort can exemplify some of the many detail features
and design ideas a craftsman like Tyerman has seen over the years.
The first thing to notice coming in the front entrance of this practical family home is that the stamped concrete walkway and decorative rock walls continue from the exterior into the foyer. The door
seems to be floating in space, an illusion created by the glass surrounding the portal.
Throughout the home and rear outdoor kitchen there are functional countertops made from unique, coloured concrete. Those in
the kitchen are complemented by three wet stations: a full sink, a
prep sink, and a pot-filler, which is a faucet over the stove to aid in
cooking.
Visitors to the show home comment about the great flow of the design. This family-friendly plan was designed with the quiet neighbourhood setting in mind, confides Vinton. A well placed mudroom/
laundry room is discreet, yet easily accessible from the garage and
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front entrance. It backs

onto a large butlers
pantry, a convenient
place to drop the groceries.
We have heard
comments from some
people who dont like
the television to be the
focal point of the Great
room, says Vinton,
So we designed this.
He pushes a button, and in a large hardwood wall unit a facade begins to rise. Behind it is a flat screen television. With another press of
the button, the door closes, making the travertine-accented fireplace
the highlight of the room.
Majestic hardwood handrails accent the central staircase that rises
to the upper level, its curve paralleling the circular flow of the rest
of the house. The huge master suite has a double-sided fireplace, a
confidential sitting area and a private deck. The en-suite remains
consistent to the rest of the home with the concrete counters, heated
marble flooring, and a large walk-in closet complete with furniture
style built-ins.
Every home is custom-tailored, to suit your specific needs,
whether you have kids, a dog, or if you want a view, or a lot that will
accommodate a pool, confirms Vinton.
AuthenTechs dedication to their customers has earned them
many awards over the years, including the Gold Tommie for Best
Builder and most recently, a Gold Tommie for Outstanding
Customer Service.
Contact
AuthenTech Homes
Greg Vinton
Direct: 250-979-8359 Business: 250-491-7690
greg@authentechhomes.com www.authentechhomes.com
Dannburg Interiors
250-762-7337
norma@dannburginteriors.com www.dannburginteriors.com
Gienow Windows & Doors
250-868-9006
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Norelco
250-765-2121
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EDGECOMBE BUILDERS
We build your home like its our own.
By Michael Freeman
good barometer for measuring the success of a builder is

to see how many house warming parties he gets invited
to, says Kevin Edgecombe with a wide grin. He may be
kidding, but as we know, underlying truth is what makes
a joke funny.
Edgecombe is the owner
and driving force behind
Edgecombe Builders; it is his
vision and attention to detail
that has brought him not only
Tommie Awards, but also the
RSVPs to many of those
house warming galas he covets.
With a father who inspired him by being an independent businessman, Edgecombe knew from an early age that he would be following
those same footsteps. Starting as a carpenters helper while in high
school, he studied drafting, which led to him earning a diploma in
Architectural Technology at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. This was the stepping stone that allowed Edgecombe to pur-
sue his career as a builder.

My education in architecture compliments my carpentry experience, and my skills as a tradesman allow me to visualize designs,
he explains, Its a real key to my success . . . being able to conceptualize three dimensionally is a really important skill when you
look at a set of drawings and try to imagine the end game.
Edgecombe, like any successful businessman, saw opportunities for growth
and expansion and hit the gas a few years
back, helping to rebuild the homes destroyed by the fires of 2003, and going
on to win the prestigious High Volume
Builder of the Year Tommie Award in
2007. Then, on the verge of becoming a
serious volume builder, he throttled back.
Striving to be a builder with a different approach, Edgecombes philosophy to
blend so-called white-collar professionalism with blue-collar
know-how, has to be approached hands-on. He has a team of
professional office staff and skilled site superintendants that he collaborates with. He insists on only hiring people who are qualified
and courteous. These are employees that, like most, have been with
him for a long time, allowing him to spend time consulting with
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208-399 Main Street
Penticton, B. C.
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customers. I am very proud of my staff and realize that without

them, Edgecombe Builders would not be able to do what we do,
says their employer.
Although there are many great builders in the Okanagan, for Edgecombe, it all comes down to the pleasure of the process. I really enjoy the progression from the first pen on paper, right down to conceptualizing the basics: which side is the driveway on, where the most
daylight is, where you spend your mornings or your evenings.
This architecture first perspective allows the home to have good
flow and liveability, as well as having a practical layout. During this
design analysis Edgecombe Builders recognizes opportunities for
their clients to take advantage of low-cost changes that could add
thousands in aesthetic value to the home. These small, unique and
noticeable features often make the entire house stand out.
A big challenge that prospective clients face is the seemingly limitless number of unknowns that comes with building a new home.
It can be an emotional time. To deal with these issues, Edgecombe
Builders developed a program called Step by Front Step. We put a
lot of work into making the process enjoyable, our people are easy
to talk to, flexible, professional and listen carefully with the clients
best interest at heart. We are extremely transparent throughout the
build, walking you through step by step, says Edgecombe.
The show home at Wilden boasts consistent quality hardwood
throughout with majestic beams, posts and three spectacular features
built from new and reclaimed lumber. Complimenting the wood
are railings, caps and brackets made from hand-hammered steel.
Wall finishes include slip trowel drywall, an effect Edgecombe first
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saw in California. Were running with scissors a little with this

finish, since it is quite expensive and unique, but I love the look
of it, he explains.
Another uncommon touch is the large indoor/outdoor bar top
with a fully retracting window that matches the similarly retracting glass doors in the great room. The cutting-edge remote access
media centre makes entertaining easy and includes a suspended flat
screen television that not only pivots 360 degrees, but it also retracts
into the ceiling when not in use!
The home features unique views of the character highlights within its interior from many vantage points and damsel in distress
balconies. The hand crafted hickory floor draws a lot of positive
feedback, as do the tasteful bedrooms, travertine appointed bathrooms and huge ensuite. The drop ceiling in the master bedroom
brings with it a very intimate ambiance and Edgecombe reveals a
little of his personality by staging the large, naturally lit flex room
as a drafting studio.
A home is an evolution, and I consider myself very capable
of visualizing plans. Sitting in with the client and the designer, I
can see things from both a construction, as well as an architectural perspective, so I can ask questions that others might miss. Im
constantly sketching little concepts during the finishing stages and
pointing out unique, often inexpensive ideas to my clients.
I really believe in the relationship side of the business and the
importance of getting to know each and every client, he explains.
We know we can build a quality house but not everyone can
build a quality relationship.
Edgecombe Builders is proud to be one the builders representing

the Blenk and Wilden Development Team.
Contact
Edgecombe Builders
Kevin Edgecombe
Phone: 250-491-8655 Fax: 250-491-8611
www.edgecombebuilders.com kevin@edgecombebuilders.com
Interior Floor Connection
Phone: 250-717-11985
www.floorconnection.ca
From the Forest
Phone: 250-765-3706
www.fromtheforest.ca
Claymasters
Phone: 250-861-0678
www.claymasters.ca
Suntec Windows & Doors Inc
Phone: 250-718-1771
suntecajb@shaw.ca
Tubello Stone Works
Phone: 250-860-4280
info@tubello.net
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FAWDRY HOMES
Come home to excellence
By Michael Freeman
atural Resources Canada says on their website that R2000

homes are built to demanding standards for energy efficiency and indoor air quality that far surpass others in
the marketplace.
A homes air flow, heat and internal moisture all
interact and work together, a concept referred to as
the house as a system. First developed as an energy saving program for Canadas frigid prairies, the
R2000 Standard was introduced in 1981, changing
forever the way our houses are built.
Glenn Fawdry has over 30 years in home building
experience under his belt. A conservationist at heart,
when Fawdry heard about R2000 in the early 80s,
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he knew he wanted to make the program a big part of how he builds

houses. He has gone on to become a Residential Housing Professional, a Registered Home Builder and Master Builder. At the same
time, Fawdry has not only earned his licence as an R2000 builder,
he is a government selected instructor of the program, teaching in
Canada and as far away as Japan!
Fawdry understands that not everyone has equal levels of conservationism, but he still insists on building his customers homes using
the most environmentally friendly construction methods possible.
Rodney Reid, our construction superintendent, is somebody who really focuses on
the environment by recycling
everything possible. It doesnt
cost our customer a thing, but
when permitted, its a big priority for us. We use a four-bin
waste removal system for bulk
recycling, special recycling,
wood and lastly, garbage, comments the builder. If his clients
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choose to take additional strides that protect the Earth and improve air quality beyond typical standards, then Fawdry and company are certified to take a home all the way to the R2000 standard
or anywhere in between.
The Fawdry Homes team is a loyal bunch. The boss isnt the kind
of guy who stands in front of a Christmas party and gives a long
speech. He prefers to go to each employee individually to state, in
person, what he appreciates about them, and he says it regularly
not just at Christmas parties.
Protecting the environment and good employee relations arent the
only things that makes Fawdry Homes special. We are a smaller
builder, dedicated to quality. We are always thinking of how to improve a home to create a healthy, comfortable living space, explains Janelle Fawdry, a sales associate and estimator at her fathers
business. Glenn has such a long history and believes in check-lists
and documentation. He works closely with clients during the design
stage, asking questions to ensure that the construction specs are extensively detailed. He often goes to the lot to check for drainage issues, how the house fits the contours of the land and where the rooms
will be situated to take maximum advantage of the views and natural
light, she remarks.
Speak quietly, but listen loudly is more than just an axiom for
Glenn Fawdry. He wants to hear his customers ideas and input in
all respects of the build, and he asks his own questions early enough
in the process to be properly addressed. We have very extensive
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construction specs that we walk the customer through, pointing out

features and details, as well as environmental, healthy, and efficient
options, he says quietly.
Fawdrys show home, conceived by Chris Robinson of
Robinson Designs, has a luminous, summery feel, the
light colours keeping it bright
all year. The White Oak hardwood floors are finished onsite,
scraped and sanded smooth,
completely opening the options
for staining.
This is a very flexible plan,
says Janelle Fawdry, We have
customers who want just the
main floor, since the master
suite is here. We then build
guestrooms on the lower level
for them, making it a threebedroom home on two levels.
Other people use the upstairs for their childrens bedrooms, and add
a flex room or perhaps a deck.
There are many features within the home, the late-night brainstorms of the builder: A soft, four-inch drop in the ceiling in the master suite is elegant, the soaker tub in the ensuite has an overflow
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trough that allows its user to be completely submerged, and there is

Kettle Valley granite decorating the main floor powder room.
Another interesting convenience is the elimination of a showers
toe banger. Fawdry has
dropped the joists beneath
the shower to allow the removal of the lower lip of the
ensuites shower stall, saving a few bruised toes in the
process!
The vaulted great room
shows nice angled lines that
stretch to peaks, and the retractable patio door invites
indoor/outdoor entertaining.
The majestic fireplace is the
highlight of the room.
Upstairs, the bedrooms
and sitting area are spacious
and inviting, but it is the
ceiling detail that captures
attention with fine finishing to the peaked apex, including a cool little
sleep over niche over the door and closet of one bedroom.
Glenn Fawdry loves clean lines and a quick look at the backsplash
in the kitchen of his show home proves it. A dozen feet of clean area,
not even an electrical outlet. The outlets are there, but he has con-
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the early 80s when R2000 started, it was a pretty tough sell. Now,
with things like geo-thermal heating, Heat Recovery Ventilators and
reduced off-gassing of products, we have the ability to build really
beautiful, Earth-friendly homes.
Contact
Fawdry Homes
Janelle Fawdry
Phone: 250-862-8630 Fax: 862-8631
Janelle@fawdryhomes.ca www.fawdryhomes.ca
Dannburg Interiors
Phone: 250-762-7337
norma@dannburginteriors.com www.dannburginteriors.com
Suntec Windows & Doors Inc.
Phone: 250-718-1771
suntecajb@shaw.ca
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Phone: 250-212-1389
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further investigation you will find that things like vacuum outlets,
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A Full-Service Philosophy
By Michael Freeman
orn on the prairies, Miles Krahn

cut his teeth in Calgarys construction industry. In 1980, he formed
Meadow Ridge Homes, and then
spent 20 years perfecting his
building techniques. But these
werent cookie-cutter boxes in
the suburbs; they were large
custom homes in the most exclusive areas of the city.
In 2001, Krahn and his wife
Susan, the firms interior decorating expert, moved the business to the Okanagan. Weve loved it here
from day one, he explains, The weather is
great, the views are spectacular and the people
are friendly. Its beautiful.
With Meadow Ridge Homes in Kelowna, the
Krahns, along with construction manager Graham Koyich, saw an opportunity to take their
skills and knowledge and apply them with a
full-service philosophy: building homes of
uncompromised quality. Uncompromised in
materials, and uncompromised in craftsmanship from design all the way through to
landscaping.
Typically, his customers are very discerning,
usually willing to spend slightly more to select
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only the most luxurious products. Our standard spec is unique, its
well above the building code, says Krahn. The information he refers to is published on their website for people to see and judge for
themselves. It is an example of the transparency for which Meadow
Ridge is known.
For close to a decade, they have been building custom homes in
Kelowna. I routinely give out my client list to prospective buyers
and I tell them they can call anyone on it for a reference, he puts
forth, and then adds with a smile, One man even asked me if the
list was of my friends and family, because he didnt get a single bad
review! In fact, the file is simply all of his past customers.
Meadow Ridge builds approximately a dozen houses a year, which
allows Krahn to really get to know his clients. The initial communication is a two-way procedure where he asks about the home buyers
wants, needs and expectations, while inviting questions and ideas
from them. We are different from other builders; its me from the
very beginning, I use a rigorous interview process to determine things
like design requirements, view, sun exposure, privacy, and budget to
see if we can build the sort of house you want.
Communication is the key for this builder. By examining every detail of the plan with his clients, Krahn can discuss the critical aspects
of the project and fine tune it for them right at the beginning. That
way, he says, there arent any of those infamous surprises, theres
no disappointments we all know exactly what to expect. This
promise of communication has won Meadow Ridge many absentee
jobs, where the client, because of other commitments, is unavailable
to physically visit the home site. These clients have the option of
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following the progress of their home on an interactive Internet connection that contains hundreds of pictures, copies of the blueprints
and email links for communicating. Of course we work with local
people too; this just emphasizes how we feel about the critical importance of understanding all our clients visions, he explains.
Krahns confidence in the homes his company produces is undeniable, but there is also a humble side to him. This select group
of home builders at Wilden may be fierce competitors; but they are
also tremendously respectful of one another. We all walk through the
community and comment on, or compliment, each others work. Its
not uncommon for one of us to call on the expertise of another. Im
very proud that Meadow Ridge is one of the five.
When designing the Meadow Ridge show home, Krahn and his
wife took a bold stride in a new direction. People are familiar with
the Arizona style, or the California style, but we dont know that
anyone has ever tried to establish an Okanagan style, he declares.
When pressed for details, he points out that many of his customers
are avid entertainers. They also want to live primarily on the main
floor of the home, and they want overnight visitors to enjoy a certain
level of privacy.
To accomplish these things, the main floor has entertainment features like a multi-level wet bar that is within a few steps of the large
kitchen island, the idea being that two groups can interact in the open
area without becoming crowded. The circular wine rack, double size
Fisher and Paykel professional fridge and drawer style dishwashers;
plus the 20-foot tiled fireplace, convenient patio access, and butlers
pantry are all functional for hosting guests. The gorgeous front en-
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An important part of our business and marketing plan our
mandate is for our clients to recommend us with confidence,
says Krahn from his home in Kelowna, BC.
Contact
Meadow Ridge Homes
Miles Krahn
Phone: 250-861-3344 Fax: 861-3310
miles@meadowridgehomes.com www.meadowridgehomes.com
trance, Merbau hardwood flooring and detailed finishing makes

home owners proud to do so.
The master suite is in a discrete location on the main floor, and so
are a washer and dryer, hidden away in the walk-in closet beyond the
marble adorned ensuite that boasts a spa shower. A second laundry
pair is located in an upstairs niche to serve the two adult styled bedrooms, one of which has twin closets, a private deck and a separate
entrance to the well-appointed bathroom. The upper sitting area is a
quiet space that overlooks the great room. This ability for company
to sleep, bathe, launder clothes, and relax on a floor of their own
motivates people to invite out-of-towners.
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Doing it Better, Each and Every Day

By Michael Freeman
Being one of the higher volume builders in Wilden is not Randy
Siemens biggest concern. What is important to him is client satisfaction, an ideal that Rykon Construction Management constantly
challenges. The companys owner and president vows to do it better, each and every day.
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Never, do we ever say that we are completely satisfied with our

processes. We always want to be striving to make it better for the
client theyre the ones we are working for. This commitment
to refining procedures has led to the development of Home Steps,
a series of sequential, manageable phases of the home building
process that are easy to concentrate on, allowing clients to make
the decisions that affect the homes construction.
The Home Steps program has been developed by Siemens partner and the vice president of Rykon Construction Management,
Ken Pennington. His goal is to create a trust level that people are
comfortable with by being completely transparent about the procedure, regardless if the home is project managed, fixed fee or a
combination of the two. The system starts the moment a customer
sits down with Roy Sinden, the director of sales. Roy is very intentional in being the liaison between the homeowners and the
construction team for the duration of the build, and well after,
explains Siemens.
The project manager is another key component to Home Steps,
dealing with the clients on a day-to-day basis, assisting them
through each of the phases, walking them through inspections at
the job site, and providing valuable counsel in making the decisions that personalize a home. Siemens says that his customers
tend to drive the project in a direction that suits their personalities
and lifestyle. The critical component for us is to recognize where
the clients feel the most comfortable, and what we can do to help
them feel satisfied and content
with both their new home and
the journey to get to it.
In 1984, Siemens was managing Rykons construction division on the West Coast. Eventually he became their vice
president of construction. Then,
in 1995, he moved his family to
Kelowna when he was overseeing the development of the
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People trust
us with a huge
amount of who
they are, theyre
taking a leap of
faith, and that
is something we
dont take
lightly
ever.
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Manteo Resort Waterfront Hotel and Villas. It was supposed to be a

two-year stint, but Siemens never left. Its gorgeous here, he states
simply.
Siemens went independent and bought
the Rykon construction
division in 2000. It was
also then that Pennington came on board. We
already had a long-term
business relationship
in Rykon Group out
on the coast, explains
Siemens, adding, he
was a big part of the
construction teams we
had, developing systems and the project
management side of the
business that is his
greatest strength.
Another ace in Siemens hand is the alliance he has with Chris
Robinson, who is responsible for the majority of pre-priced designs
in Wilden and draws a good number of the plans for Rykon. Robinson is also a major contributor to the Jenish House Design book.
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Thats one of our houses on the cover, smiles Siemens.

The casita at the Rykon show home in Wilden is what draws the
most comments. Common in the US, the small detached guesthouse
or office has its own washroom and also produces a
front courtyard, complete
with gas burning fireplace.
Inspired by family living, the home is also very
well planned for entertaining. The white ash hardwood flooring throughout
the main level has a walnut
stain that really shows off
the woods grain. High,
peaked ceilings in the great
room give an open feel and
the custom cast fireplace
has charming warmth to it.
Large French doors lead to
the courtyard.
The kitchen area is a
blend of old-world character combined with the newest in modern amenities. Take, for instance, the double size subzero
fridge. It has been encased in majestic hardwood cabinetry to appear
as an antique freestanding pantry, right down to the lower drawers,
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that, when pulled open reveal even more cold storage. The modern
black stove has been retro-fitted with the chromed spring handles
from yesteryear.
The family room is comfortable with a nice television nook and
easy access to the patio which has a fully equipped outdoor kitchen.
With both the patio and the courtyard available, the home is truly set
up for entertaining, Okanagan style.
The upper level reveals the family side of the layout. The big master suite has a high ceiling, terrific lighting, a quiet sitting area, and
a deck. In keeping with the French door theme, double doors lead
into a lovely ensuite that is encompassed in marble. The his and
her motif, where there are twin sinks, walk-in closets and inlaid
marble accents in the heated floors, make the space easy to share,
and the washer and dryer discretely hidden in one of the walk-ins is
a nice touch of convenience.
The other two bedrooms on the upper floor have a special feature:
each one has a separate entrance to a large rear-facing deck. These
rooms are designed for the kids, with a large bathroom between
them. The second laundry set is located in big multi-use room on
the main level called a home control centre.
In most cases, this is the largest expenditure people make, both
financially and emotionally, declares Siemens. My passion is to
build the best relationship possible between us and our clients; to
over-deliver what their expectations might be. People trust us with
a huge amount of who they are. Theyre taking a leap of faith, and
that is something we dont take lightly ever.
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PR OFESSIONAL PANEL R OUND TABLE

This Issue:
Craftsman
Style
The demand for distinctive Okanagan home design
Robert DeJong, DeJong and Sons

Construction Inc.
Robert was born in southern Alberta and spent his formative

years gaining knowledge and experience in Calgary, Whitehorse,
Vancouver Island and Vancouver before settling almost 15 years ago,
with his wife and three sons, in the lush Okanagan Valley. DeJong has
an artists eye when it comes to design and construction; he has the
ability to envision the finished project complete with generous detail
and imagination. His ability to manipulate and create with wood is a true skill that he
has been able to utilize with his clients and help to fulfill their dreams and desires for
their homes. A number of the interior features DeJong has built have been recipient of
builders awards in the Okanagan.
Scott Tyerman, AuthenTech Homes Ltd.
Scott and Gina Tyerman have lived in the Okanagan since the early 80s.
With a Journeyman Certificate in Carpentry, and plenty of experience
under his tool belt, he started his own custom homebuilding company
at age 26. Gina and Scott then collaboratively formed AuthenTech
Homes in 1995. Since then, AuthenTech Homes has been awarded
many local accreditations including gold Tommie awards for Best
Builder and Best Customer Service. Tyerman has volunteered on
many Canadian Home Builder Association (CHBA) committees. He served as CHBA
Kelowna President for several years. He also served on many technical committees at
the provincial level. Tyerman participated in the pilot Residential Housing Professional
(RHP) training course offered by the CHBA, which gave his company the Certified
Residential Builder (CRB) designation.
Glenn Fawdry, Fawdry Homes
Certified Residential Builder Glenn Fawdry has over 30 years of

experience building custom homes in Kelowna. Early in his career,
the idea of building an R2000 home caught his imagination and
ignited his passion for the construction industry. The very first
home Fawdry built was an R2000 home; these homes must be built
to demanding standards and focus on energy efficiency and indoor
air quality. Fawdry has carried these practices in consideration with
the customers budget for each home he has constructed. Fawdry and his staff pride
themselves on customer satisfaction with their extensive system of checks and listening
loudly and speaking quietly to achieve each customers dream home.
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How would you define

Craftsman Style building?
DeJong: Craftsman Style building gained widespread popularity
in the late 19th century and has seen a recent resurgence in use for
residential homes in our area. The Craftsman Style home is defined
by an informal lifestyle look with exteriors commonly known for
big porches and roofs with wide eaves. You would find charismatic
details including columns, corbels, dentils and exposed beams. Wood
is the material of choice but often there are combined uses of stone
and wood throughout both the interior and exterior.
Tyerman: The true definition of Craftsman Style refers to

Architecture characterized by the Frank Lloyd Wright era, with
abundant use of natural exterior finishes such as stone and lowpitched roofs with large overhangs. I believe the Okanagan has
established its own version of Craftsman, which utilizes many of the
same finishes in the original architecture, but adopts more attractive
design elements, such as steeper roof pitches.
Fawdry: Craftsman Style incorporates handcrafted natural

materials to achieve a strong clean appearance; an open efficient
design featuring built-ins, exposed beams and transoms windows.
What examples of this style do you

build as features in your homes?
DeJong: I work with my clients and offer suggestions and design
ideas based on their lifestyle and objectives. I always like to include

a signature piece that is unique for their residence. One client even
wanted his dog house to be a miniature replica of the main house. I
focus on attention to wooden details such as the addition of beams,
braces, layered mouldings and millwork. Never being afraid of a
good challenge, I am always willing to add round wooden features.
Tyerman: There are many great examples of Craftsman in

the homes we build in Wilden. Wilden has a requirement for three
exterior finishes, one of which is rock facing. We incorporate other
exterior finishes such as stained wood timbers, wood doors, and
horizontal and shake siding, such as on our previous showhome. This
ensures an attractive exterior, for which Wilden is well recognized.
Fawdry: Natural stone, cedar shakes and horizontal siding. Front
porch with stone foundation appearance and sturdy square columns.
Exposed beams. Open efficient floor plan featuring two dominate
fireplaces. Transom windows. Built-in fireplace surround as well as
mud room lockers and bench.
Do you think these features and this

style commands a premium price
to build and when the home is resold compared to other styles?
DeJong: A Craftsman Style home will be the focus of a buyer
who wants expert detail and attention to the craft of woodworking.
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This is not the run-of-the mill, cookie-cutter house that looks the
same as others on the block therefore the added cost of materials and
labour will command a premium price. The Craftsman Style is sought
out by many who recognize the value and long-term appreciation in
the expertise and techniques used in building the home. The quality
put into the building will help the home to increase in value as it ages
and the savvy buyer will recognize this opportunity when purchasing
a Craftsman Style home.
If we were to compare a Craftsman styled home
with three exterior finishes, to a more conventional home with two
exterior finishes, I would say the Craftsman Style would cost slightly
more, but just the difference of the added feature. Most typical
homes would incorporate rock facing along with siding, so I would
say the additional cost would be for the added exterior wood. Maybe
$1,000. But, I feel that the home would command a much higher
value compared to the typical home out there.
Tyerman:
Fawdry: Craftsman features can vary in cost but style can be

achieved with a few selected features depending on the customers
wishes.
How and when were you most influenced

to build this style and home?
DeJong: I was very fortunate in the early 1980s through to the mid
1990s, to be part of a team that worked with many leading architects

and designers building and renovating very exclusive homes in the
Vancouver area. Some of my favourites were Craftsman Style homes.
At one point, I was fortunate to be working on the home of Arthur

Erickson, one of Canadas most well-known architects. While working
on renovating, updating and adding on to some of these older homes,
it was very challenging and rewarding for us to recreate old-style
design. Sometimes we were adding on up to 10,000 square feet while
keeping with the original style. Generally, the wealthy clients chose
to make these changes because of the cost of materials and labour to
hand make and re-create many of the details. For me, I experienced
one of the main philosophies of building Craftsman Style homes: the
joy of labour in creating something beautiful from start to finish.
Tyerman: We have built Craftsman features into many of our

custom homes throughout the years at our clients request, but the
most influential use of Craftsman has been since the start of building
homes in Wilden. Wilden has had a designated Craftsman theme
since conception, that people have fallen in love with. Its a finish
that everybody has come to know and love, so its an easy choice for
homebuyers.
Fawdry: Six years ago Chris Robinson wanted to brake away
from mass production and take pride and focus on attention to details
with handcrafted natural material this style offers we felt this was a
harmonious fit with our focus at Fawdry Homes.
Give us an example of one of your

homes or projects that featured
Craftsman Style building.
DeJong: Prairie-style architecture with low pitched roofs and large
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overhangs are well suited to this area helping to shade windows from
the suns intense rays during our Okanagan summers. Modern and
contemporary homes are also well suited to adapt to the challenges
of the Okanagans sloped terrain. In addition to being aesthetically
pleasing, they are also ideal for incorporating multiple levels, large
picturesque windows and expansive decks and patios for outdoor
living.
Tyerman: think our previous Hidden Lake Wilden showhome

is a great example of a Craftsman Style home as we know it in
the Okanagan. It has tasteful use of exterior horizontal and shake
siding, rock facing, stained wood timbers, wood door, and divided
transom window lights. Basically, all of the natural elements that say
Craftsman.
Fawdry: Wilden Skylands - 1362 Clear Pond Court
What is your favourite example

of Craftsman Style building
outside of the Okanagan?
DeJong: While working in the Shaughnessy area of Vancouver I
would often pass a beautiful mansion where I sometimes stopped just

to stare at the amazing detail and architecture. It turns out this home
was known as Glen Brae Manor and was built in 1910 by a retired
lumberman, William Tait. It was lavishly designed and stands out
in the neighbourhood with its twin cupolas, intricate exterior detail,
polished brick and enormous stained glass windows. It survived
through the years and had various uses such as a kindergarten and
a hospital. Thankfully, it was designated a heritage house and was
donated to the City of Vancouver where it now proudly houses the
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first free-standing childrens hospice built anywhere in North

America Canuck Place.
(www.canuckplace.org/about/overview/our_house.htm)
Tyerman: I wouldnt want to say that we work within a
particular style although I believe our work is being recognized
due to the particular approach we take, through the design process.
We are presently working on a restaurant for Tin Horn Creek
Winery that is designed to be responsive to its context and the
requirements of the owner. Our design strategies come from three
guiding principles: that architecture is an art; that all buildings
are public, whether publicly or privately funded, they contribute to
the over-all quality and live-ability of our communities; and that
only through the responsiveness of Modernism can we produce
buildings that are sustainable, and representative of our time. We
strive to produce buildings that contribute to the quality of our
community and are worthy of preservation.
Fawdry: Whistler - Transitional Craftsman
Contact
DeJong And Sons Construction Inc.
Robert DeJong
Robert: 250-212-0699 Benjamin: 250-869-6187
dejongandsons@shaw.ca www.dejongandsons.com
Fawdry Homes
Janelle Fawdry
Phone: 250-862-8630 Fax: 862-8631
Janelle@fawdryhomes.ca www.fawdryhomes.ca
AuthenTech Homes
Greg Vinton
Direct: 250-979-8359 Business: 250-491-7690
greg@authentechhomes.com www.authentechhomes.com
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INSPIRATION HOMES
Photographed by Colin Jewall
Your Home, Their Passion

By Deanna Merrick
od Doroshuk finds inspiration in a multitude of places.

He considers his company, Inspiration Homes, to be a
small-volume builder but clearly, he thinks big. He is excited by the challenge each home presents: the potential
for unique designs; the property; environmental considerations; the
lifestyle it represents; the size of the home and the
clients personal preferences. Doroshuk is a man who
keeps his finger on the pulse of every home his company creates.
My slogan is Your Home, Our Passion, he states
emphatically.
Although hes been a developer in Vernon for almost 20 years, Inspiration Homes, just four years
old, is the culmination of his past experience and his
companys current philosophy.

I have a team of fabulous designers and architects I work with
on every home. We are constantly reaching beyond the traditional
boundaries. There are an infinite number of possibilities in terms of
design, and it is a lot of fun when you can bounce ideas off a group
of professionals you trust implicitly, Doroshuk says.
Doroshuk emphasizes that it is important to develop the right
group dynamic with the people who are working on his projects,
then work with that same group and continue to produce the quality
of homes to meet their standards.
Inspiration Homes is about a group of people who have a passion for the same thing. I have been very fortunate to have had these
people enter my life and become part of my team. Everyone loves
what they do and it shows in their work, he reflected.
It does indeed show in their work. The right land, the right design, the right people. . . all the elements line up when this company
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takes on a project. As with any successful business these

days, success is driven by passion and there is no lack of
that at Inspiration Homes.
On average, Inspiration Homes will have three or
four homes being built at any given time. This allows
Doroshuk to be personally involved with the build itself, as well as the client.
It helps me sleep at night, he admits.
The environment is a crucial element in Inspiration
Homes projects. They dont just think green, they live
it. They place an emphasis on high efficiency mechanical systems and low 3 and argon filled windows. They
incorporate details like overhangs that shade a home in
the summer, but bring in the suns heat in the winter.
The environment must be considered when building
a new home. Highly efficient products are the way of
the world. Any component used in a home that involves
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green house gases must be factored in. They may cost a bit more in
the beginning, but the payback time is not long and the environmental
effect is considerable, he said. Every house makes a difference.
Most homes built by Inspiration Homes are in the Vernon area.
Doroshuk says they build homes in a wide variety of surroundings.
Their team specializes in working with steep or difficult lots, unusual
soil conditions, and heavily treed areas, as well as traditional lots.
He says he likes to meet potential clients at the lot on which they
plan to build. On site, he and the customer take note of the surroundings, the views, landscape, slopes, trees, the type of soil they are
working with and the location of the home in relation to the direction
of the sun. Much care is put into the details, right from the get go.
Everything is factored in when thinking about home design.
When taking all of these things into consideration not only can we
build a beautiful home, but we can build a home that is set perfect for
its surroundings, Doroshuk explains.
When new home owners begin to plan their dream homes, some
things are frequently overlooked. Plans are often missing key closet
space areas, including some less obvious considerations such as storage areas for vacuum cleaners and other household tools. Maximum
space utilization is a key design element.
When designing a home, it is important to utilize every square
foot. If you have to pay for every square foot, you may as well be
able to use all of it. Wherever it appears there is wasted space, we
will design an art niche or closet to use that space, says Doroshuk.
The most popular home design today is a rancher with a walkout
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basement. Inspiration Homes designers ensure that both floors have

higher ceilings and oversized windows to capture the open concept.
A basement with lots of light and high ceilings will be as comfortable
as the main floor. By locating the rooms correctly, hallways are minimized but privacy for bedrooms and bathrooms is maintained.
Inspiration Homes signature design is a floor medallion/ceiling
medallion combination in the foyer of new homes. Dreaming big is a
very real concept for Doroshuk.
It may sound funny, but I actually came up with this idea in a
dream. I started drawing the design right away. On the floor, we created an old-world circular stone feature with an inlaid iron scroll
design. On the ceiling we created a raised circular portion with a
custom wrought iron light with rough sawn fir beams attached. That
was right at the beginning, and weve built four show homes with the
same concept, with each having their own design. All of our show
homes have won awards, Doroshuk recalls.
Entering awards competitions is an important aspect of Inspiration
Homes. They believe that competition raises the bar and pushes them
to continually improve. To their credit, theyve come away with five
gold and 14 silver Tommie awards in the past few years. This year,
they have entered five new categories and are anxiously awaiting the
results.
The ones I treasure the most are for Outstanding Customer Service, and Small Volume Builder of the Year, Doroshuk says.
Any business thriving in todays competitive and economically
shifting environment must be well aware of market conditions. Doroshuk has seen a definitive change in the number of homes being
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Doroshuk has one home currently available for sale, at 4224
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Mon Reposa: A True Masterpiece
By Michael Freeman
he English language has, over time, morphed into a great,

untidy collection of words and grammar borrowed from
the jargons of many countries. So why, when we try to describe artwork, do a hundred adjectives come to mind, yet
none accurately conveys the feelings in our hearts?
The same feeling happens when attempting to describe the Mon Reposa penthouse atop Kelownas
Park Place Towers. Chronicling its structural attributes helps to portray the supreme luxury, but nothing compares to actually seeing it.
Park Place is 16 stories of exclusive condominiums located just east of Orchard Park mall. Its at
the crosshairs the exact centre of Kelowna, says
Gary Dober, project developer and owner of the Mon Reposa. The
view surrounding his penthouse reveals the truth in his claim, for
our pretty city sprawls below, stretching to the lake and mountains
in every direction.
Dobers vision was to add a distinctive building to Kelownas skyline, and crown his achievement with a jewel, a luxurious penthouse
that occupies the entire top floor.
Its unheard of these days with the value of real estate, Dober
explains. Most developers would divide the space, but thats not a
true penthouse.
Stuart Olsen began building the hi-rise while Dober met with visionary designer Jun Lee, who came up with a classic model that
encompasses vaulted arches, massive pillars, handcrafted marble,
rich hardwoods, spectacular chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows. There are hundreds of sublime features, great and small, but
two stand out. One is the natural stone and marble encased fireplace
that towers to the ceiling, the other is an elaborate dome that arcs
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gracefully above the dining area.
When the space was ready to be developed, Dober didnt have
to look far to find someone to complete his dream. Robert DeJong
of DeJong and Sons Construction Inc. was finishing the millwork
in the suites below. With a 30-year record in the construction industry including 15 years in high value, complex project management and service delivery, DeJong was one of a very small group
of people who could do the job.
DeJong agreed to be the project manager of the Mon Reposa,
and after consulting with the designer, architects and engineers, he
was excited about the project. DeJong gave Dober a start date, and
a year later the penthouse was finished.
It was a very technical build a very hard build, explains
DeJong. In many ways it was stressful, because I was building
inside a finished roof and creating a product with so much detail,
so many elevations and very tight tolerances.
Did it have unique challenges? DeJong returns the question
with a rueful chuckle, I walked into a 5,000-square-foot empty
shell; we had to use a 50-ton crane to bring up the steel. Large
items like the hot tub were hoisted up into place. More items came
up on the elevators, including hundreds of loads of material for
components like the fireplace. It is marble and natural stone all
the way up, it weighs tons, and we had to reinforce the building to
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take the weight, says DeJong. An insulated concrete subfloor was

installed to run the utility lines, plus some six miles of communications cables.
The roofline is built with straight lines and sharp angles, but Jun
Lees design called for many curves and arches. Comments DeJong:
My personal motto is, two heads are better than one, and in some
cases three are even better! We had some phenomenal craftsmen
and trades people involved in this build and its a real testament to
what teamwork can do. This wasnt just Robert building, it took all
of us.
The end result has been called a true masterpiece of style and
craftsmanship, and Dober loves to share this realization of his visionary dream: The Mon Reposa is Kelownas premier luxury accommodation, available for long or short-term stays, special occasions, weddings, conventions, corporate retreats and gala events.
People can book their own event, or simply view beautiful photos of
the Mon Reposa by visiting www.kelownaluxurypenthouse.com.
Robert DeJong was just a lad when he began sweeping the floor
and smacking steel with a hammer in his fathers woodworking
and welding shop in southern Alberta. DeJong senior was a well-respected woodworker and welder. My Dad actually instructed welding, but he loved wood, and he loved to build anything and everything. He introduced me to welding and woodworking.
At 17, DeJong got his first job in construction. Ive been a journeyman carpenter for years, but my apprenticeship didnt end there.
You dont become a master, in the true sense of the word, with just a
ticket. The things Ive learned from the old craftsmen that have made
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the extreme stuff, like the Mon Reposa penthouse.
Im in the Lake Country phone book, he says with a smile, before quickly adding that his website will be ready soon. Most of my
business comes through referrals. I did an award-winning home on
Matheson that has a spectacular double spiral staircase in it. That one
got me a few jobs. DeJong and Sons was recently commissioned to
do the finishing at the stunning White Spirit Lodge at Big White.
DeJong is very low key. Im 53 years old, he confides, I have
done some mission work, building orphanages and housing in Mexico. Thats where my heart is. His son, Benjamin is slowly taking the
reins of the business, honing his skills, learning from the master, and
following in his footsteps.
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me as skilled and crafty as I am now the unofficial apprenticeship

has taken years upon years.
Not everything I do is on the million-plus scale, DeJong says
quietly. We do lots of multifamily units, apartment complexes, new
homes, renovations and so forth. My son, Benjamin is the project
leader on many jobs; weve done around 700 units to date. The majority of their work is for residential homeowners, but there is also
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Thinking Outside the Box

An Ancient Sanctuary for Todays World
By Michael Freeman
rowing up in Canada, many of us spent blustery afternoons building snow-forts. There was
an almost indescribable ambiance within this
little sanctuary hollowed out of snow. The same
mood envelops us while in a planetarium prior to the star
show or gazing up at a cathedrals ceiling. This spiritual atmosphere, where the acoustics make us whisper, is caused
by the corner-less walls and vaulted ceiling of the shape we
call a dome.
This basic design has been used in the construction of
dwellings for ages. Natives still arch branches together and
then cover them with mud. Inuit people carved blocks of
hardened snow to form the igloos we copied in back yards
as kids. Domes are especially useful for covering large expanses without internal reinforcement. Great architects like
Michelangelo and da Vinci used domes in constructing some
of the worlds most recognizable buildings.
The dome shape has a very profound effect on the psyche
of people, says Helmut Prion, a professional engineer and
one of the co-founders of Curved by Design, a company
wholly dedicated to the dome, its holistic and environmental
advantages, as well as the incredible strength and aesthetic
appeal of its shape. Prion and his partners, Janine Carscadden and Peter Black are more than just interested they are
passionate about domes.
The dome is a housing style that has remained on the fringe
an odd shaped building that sticks in the memory. Many
early attempts at dome construction happened in the interior
of British Columbia, and though private citizens have come
up with some wonderful and creative ideas to utilize domes
in their residences, technical difficulties and unreasonable
expenses have prevented anyone from taking domes to the
commercial level until now, explains Carscadden.
The geodesic dome, for example, is made from a large
network of hundreds or thousands of intersecting triangles.
This style of spherical construction was made famous by the
architect R. Buckminster Fuller who designed the Montreal
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Biosphere, among others. The problem with geodesic domes
originates from the vast number of odd shaped triangular panels
which makes them expensive and very difficult to seal against
the elements. The configuration of the panels is the key to its
strength; therefore, the openings for windows and doors must
also be based on the triangle.
Monolithic domes, on the other hand, are usually cast as a
single, concrete unit. Their construction involves spraying several inches of polyurethane and cement onto the exterior of an
inflated dome.
But the concrete monoliths downfalls are similar to those
of the geodesic dome. Expert construction crews need to build
them and, because of their weight, they must have very rigid
foundations. Specialized labour and exotic materials generally
make the concrete dome cost-prohibitive, even though a monolithic dome is a contour that is virtually earthquake, tornado
and hurricane proof!
Curved by Designs challenge was to produce a monolithic
dome that is made from lightweight, inexpensive materials, but
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more importantly, they had to devise a system that is quick and easy
to assemble by standard trades-people and be comparable in cost to
typical housing construction. They also needed the domes to easily
and safely adapt to standard perpendicular buildings, a difficult feat
using the older technology.
Their solution came from an unusual, yet obvious, source. Curved
by Design combined commonly used wood-frame construction techniques with the time-tested methods employed by the Inuit people,
except that instead of carving snow blocks, they use specially constructed wooden modules that attach to one another. Manufactured
in Armstrong using local labour and lumber that might otherwise be
considered scrap, Curved by Design makes a high quality product
while also protecting the environment.
The company has the capability of producing domes of many sizes. The smallest, a 12-foot diameter dome is very popular. It can be
used as an office, garden shed, or a fun and functional playhouse for

the kids. Its footprint of less than 107 square feet means it can be
built without a permit.
A 26-foot dome is ideal for an additional bedroom, guest house
or cottage. This is also the size that Prion and company would like
to see used as temporary shelters for exploration and disaster relief crews. Curved by Design is developing a system where larger
modules would be prefinished, making it possible to assemble super
strong, weather-proof shelters in a very short time. Furthermore,
Prion explains, We would like to be the supplier of domes to replace
the inadequate housing imposed on the Inuit, allowing them to revert
to a structure that is culturally significant.
Domes can be used in renovations, too. Because they
are wooden monoliths, these elegant forms can be integrated with an existing home. Imagine a carriage house over the
garage . . . in the shape of a dome!
In new construction, the options for domed rooms, sections and
even complete homes are as intriguing as they are boundless. One
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can provide everything to deliver the ultimate in vaulted cathedral
ceilings, from start to finish.
Due for completion late in 2009, Curved by Designs Demonstration Dome will be a stand out structure near Swan Lake on Highway
97, just north of Vernon. The facility, with cut away walls, design
features and everyday furniture is meant to expose the myth that a
rectangular couch wont fit in a round room, and encourage people
to literally think outside the box.
Prion, Carscadden and Black are very concerned that there are
some excellent builders in the area who may think of domes as complicated geodesic structures or expensive concrete monoliths, and
may discourage their clients from building them. We are the first
commercial manufacturer of easy-to-assemble wooden monoliths
in Canada, and we offer a continuum of services completing the
dome to any stage required. People are encouraged to call direct or
visit their website for more information on this revolutionary take on
an ancient sanctuary.
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need only look as far as Villa Dome Quixote in the West Kootenays
village of New Denver (www.domequixote.com) to get an appreciation of the domed residence. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the
spiritual ambiance of the facility.
Cutting edge homebuilders are constantly looking for unique
styles and original lines to impress their clients. Curved by Design
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PROFILE
FROM THE FOREST SOLID WOOD
PRODUCTS & GLASS LTD
It Takes Teamwork
By Michael Freeman
he road to business success is strewn with the

wreckage of a million failures. Embarking on
this path frivolously is inviting heartache, or
worse, financial ruin. Earning a large and loyal
clientele requires determination, tremendous skill and unquestionable integrity, but when your customers are some
of Kelownas most respected builders, these traits must be
irrefutable.
Take Fred Everets, for example, the owner of From the
Forest Solid Wood Products and Glass Ltd. He came to BC from Ontario in 1981, met his beloved Brenda in 1985, and moved to Kelowna
in 1988 to start the business. It was much harder than I thought,
admits Everets. For the first ten years, we thought we would never
get ahead, but it all came together when we built our first home.
Everets vast experience and keen eye for detail was instrumental
in the green build. The wood in his home was reclaimed from the
old KSS high school and a dismantled fruit packing plant. The cabinets, baseboards and doors are made of wood pulled from the school,
including the massive front entrance. Even the flooring is recycled
from large planks from the packing house.
The results were stunning, but Everets wasnt finished. He incorporated seamless glass into the timbers and shower, and then added
unique exterior features to personalize his home. The Everets landscaped the grounds with terraced gardens and
splashing water features. The peaceful retreat keeps us
grounded, and lets us spend time with our three children,
explains Everets.
The word spread about the beauty and workmanship
produced by From the Forest and now Everets counts many
high profile builders as his clients, including the group at
Wilden, where the companys fine woodwork appears in
some of the show homes.
The owners are quick to point out that it takes teamwork
to be successful. Brenda and I could not be any more proud
of this team, declares Everets. They are like family, and they specialize in what they do. We want to give them the appreciation they
deserve, because without them we would have nothing.
Contact
From The Forest Solid Wood Products & Glass LTD
Fred Everets
Phone: 250-765-3706
info@fromtheforest.ca www.fromtheforest.ca
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Everyday
Aloha
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By Keri-Lynn Turney
n a dreary Monday morning in an otherwise sunny Okanagan, I dream of Hawaii. Dont get me wrong, I adore
Kelowna. Its one of the prettiest places on Earth. But
like the song says, Even lovers need a holiday . . .
First stop: Seattle, Washington
My holidays are few and far between, so when I take em, I make
em count. I fly into Seattle to meet my travelling companion, my
mother-in-law, Helen Clark, so we can make the five-hour trip to
Honolulu together. The Holiday Inn Seattle/SeaTac International
Airport is the perfect hotel for us. If we had wanted to do some
sightseeing, we could have hit Downtown Seattle, the Space Needle, the Childrens Museum, IMAX and the Pacific Science Center,
all within 25 km.
We decide to rest up for our flight. Renovations made in 2005 have
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made the hotel quite lovely, and a comfortable place for weary travellers to lay their heads. High-speed wireless Internet access in The
Lobby Lounge makes it easy to keep up on emails on my laptop, and
the lounge part means I can surf the web with cocktail in hand.
The room itself nice and big has, of all things, a pillow menu.
A pillow menu!
Kanami Fujita, director of sales for the hotel, says
its a friendly home away from home.
I dont know about you, but I dont have
an Olympic sized swimming pool at
home, a pillow menu, or a cheery weather
report with my alarm. I think I need to
make some changes around my house . . .
Second stop: Park Shore

Waikiki, Hawaii
As we peek into our ocean view room at

the Park Shore Waikiki, any thoughts we have
of collapsing on our beds after a longish flight
go right out the window. We were not expecting the breathtaking views that would greet us.
Stepping out onto our lanai on the 16th floor,
Diamond Head, a huge volcanic crater that has
been extinct for some 500,000 years, stands majestically, just begging to be climbed. More than
3,500 feet in diameter, with a 760-foot summit, it
is something to behold.
We also look onto Waikiki Beach. Its great for
beginner surfers, and a popular hang-out spot. Several times a year a huge outdoor movie screen goes
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away, but easily within a quick walk. A Starbucks and a
surf shop are at the bottom of the hotel, and little stores
line the streets. We are surrounded by the bright colours
of Hawaii, and brighter still, Hawaiian shirts. The scent of
plumeria flowers float on the warm breeze,
mingled with the clean smell of the ocean.
Holiday Inn
Every once in a while something that smells
yummy wafts through our open lanai door
. . . definitely worth checking out. Lulus Waikiki, a lively open-air restaurant at the bottom of
the hotel, offers great pub fare and atmosphere
. . . Hawaiian style.
Lomilomi
a massage
. . . more than just
Bob Allen, Expedia (Local) Expert arranges for us

to go on a submarine tour and sunset dinner cruise,
and through the hotel we are set up for a Hawaiian
lomilomi massage at the Aqua Bamboo & Spa, which is
within walking distance. Practiced
for thousands of years, lomilomi is
Kauai Beach Resort
more than just massage. It is loving, healing touch, intended to bring
balance within body, mind and spirit. After a fragrant foot bath, and with soft island music
playing in the background, we are treated to our massages:
slow, gentle circular thumb strokes, knuckle strokes and
my favourite strokes done by forearm. Divine!
Aqua offers spas at three of its Waikiki properties: Aqua
Aloha Surf, Aqua Bamboo & Spa and Aqua Palms & Spa.
Next time I think Ill add a noni, papaya and pineapple
body scrub. Dee-lish!
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properties are on Oahu,
one is on Maui, one is
on Molokai (the only
resort on the entire island), with another on
Kauai. The company
has a hotel or resort for
every style and every
up and people can sit on their
budget. From the comtowels and catch a flick. We
fy, economical Lite
are lucky enough to have a
collection, to the hip
movie night during our stay,
and high-tech hotels
but choose to sit on our lain the Boutique collecnai and sip drinks while we
tion, to the Resorts for
watch. Down below we can
a more intimate expesee concessions set up, and
rience, no one is left
people of all ages wandering
Hotel Wailea Maui
out. While I love Waiaround. There are fireworks
kiki and the upbeat enlater in the evening, the perfect
ergy there, Sandi Yara, public relations for the Aqua group
ending to our night. We had been warned with a laugh that we might
of properties, really encourages guests to also experience
hear monkeys at night from the Honolulu Zoo across the street, but I
other aspects of the islands.
never sleep as soundly anywhere as I do in Hawaii.
Everyone should experience Hawaiis host culture,
While the zoo is across the street, the aquarium is a bit further
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Yara says, and the Kauai property is host to excellent events (like
the Mokihana Festival) throughout the year. Currently under the Hilton Flag, the 300-room hotel will be all Aqua January 1st. Kauai,
known as The Garden
Isle, has amazingly lush
Park Shore Waikiki
greenery. But it is
also quite diverse.
Sugarcane fields,
ranch lands, quiet
beaches and volcanic cliffs make
it look like scenes
from a movie. In
fact, it has been a
popular filming destination for years,
with such movies
as South Pacific and
Blue Hawaii taking advantage of its
natural beauty.
For romance, Yara
suggests their secluded resort on Maui,
Hotel Wailea. Nestled
within 15 acres of lush landscapes and
Aqua Palms and Spa
ocean views, the whole 72-room paradise can be rented for weddings, reunions or corporate
retreats for $25,000 US per
day. They call it Own your
own resort, and no other
resort in Hawaii offers anything like it. It has a whole
different environment going
on, explains Yara.
With such a large group of
properties, one might expect a
big business mentality, but
Yara says Aqua has a dynamic
team, small enough to make
things happen quickly.
Park Shore Waikiki General
Manager, Terry Dowsett echoes
Yaras sentiments. He also notes
that the company is very focused on service. He does everything he can to ensure our stay
is memorable, and seems to truly
be happy we are here. He is not the
only one.
Everyone expresses sheer enjoyment that we have come to visit,
and no one is ever at a loss for a cheery aloha!
Were one big family, Dowsett says.
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Atlantis Submarines: Adding more depth
to your visit
A green sea turtle swims past my viewing portal, and our guide,
just as excited as the rest of the passengers on the 64-person submarine, points out two more before our trip is done. A handful
of bannerfish, the bright white,
black and yellow beauties I have
wanted to see ever since Finding Nemo, look to me like underwater butterflies as they flit
about the reef. I wonder if everyone aboard the Atlantis Submarine has decided suddenly to
become a marine biologist like
I just have. Its easy to live a
dream at a depth of 120 feet.
It all seems so surreal!
What is all too real
is the fact that over the
past 100 years, the natural reefs off the coast of
Waikiki have been disappearing. The Atlantis has
helped reverse this by
creating artificial reefs.
Two sunken ships, four
reef structures designed in
Japan and the remnants
of two sunken airliners
Green sea turtle
create not only a habitat
where underwater sea
life can thrive, a place for scientists to study,
but also a place where the average person can
see first-hand what lays beneath the sea. And
it is all done in an environmentally friendly
way: Atlantis submarines release no pollutants into the water or air as they are powered
by batteries.
While I contemplate the state of the ocean,
an eight-year-old pig-tailed girl sitting beside me squeals at the sight of a spotted
eagle ray. Look, Daddy! she yells as she
jumps out of her seat. He looked at me!
she shouts. And that alone, is worth the
price of admission.
Royal Sunset Dinner Cruise
Our dinner cruise aboard the Navatek I is, as

my kids would say, fancy shmancy. A pre-dinner cocktail is served
as we embark. Maybe its just me, but pina coladas taste better in
Hawaii. And so does shrimp cocktail. Gentle music and a quiet ocean
lull us into pure relaxation.
This is just more fun than I ever imagined, my mother-in-law
tells me. She lives in Clarkston, Washington, and was just starting to
feel a chill in the air there before she left. Here we have been warmed
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not only by the 30 degree weather, but by Hawaiis embrace. Our

waiter, Jo, chats us up like old friends. He has to show me how to
crack open my lobster (Ive never had a whole one before!), and he
goes out of his way to treat us like queens. Mom has decided to take
him home with her, and the chef as well.
I cant believe this tenderloin, she says delighted. They must
have marinated it in gold!
The rich colours of the sunset beckon a photograph. The timing
of everything is perfect on the cruise. As we eat dessert, we are serenaded with songs about the islands, and encouraged to put a little
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until late into the night, visit every single hotel in the Aqua collection, listen to the monkeys at the zoo, and ask questions of the locals.
I want to learn to hula, eat fresh tropical fruit every day for breakfast,
and try yoga on the beach. I want to learn to surf.
The next morning as we say good-bye to Waikiki, Terry Dowsett
kisses me on the cheek, as is customary here, and says, A hui hou.
Until we meet again.
Waikiki
aloha in every day. Soon gorgeous dancers perform hula. Audience

members join in, and even the staff are dancing and clapping. In
my entire 76 years, says my companion, I have never experienced
anything like this. The entertainment is great, the food is fantastic,
the service that they provide spectacular! She gushes all the way
home, to our last evening in Hawaii.
Until we meet again
Sitting on the lanai, looking at the lights of Waikiki and of houses

on the hills, our conversation is bittersweet. We agree that this is the
best trip we have ever taken. I am anxious to get back home to see my
family, but at the same time Hawaii has deeply affected me. I want
to stay longer, to bring my family back, and learn everything I can
about this beautiful oasis. I want to head back to the spa, sit at Lulus
Contact
Box
Holiday Inn Hotel Seattle/SeaTac Intl Airport

Phone: (877) 660-8550
www.hi-seatac.com
Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Sandi Yara, Public Relations
Phone: (808) 221-2759
www.aquaresorts.com
For ease of planning activities:
Expedia Local Expert - Destination Services
Phone: (800) 624-7771
Atlantis Submarines &
Royal Sunset Dinner Cruise aboard the Navatek I
(800) 548-6262
www.atlantisadventures.com
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Pure Granite Rocks!
Classic, Current and Colorful
By Deanna Merrick
hen you combine fine craftsmanship with the latest in technology,

good things happen. Pure Granite Rocks! in Vernon knows all
about this: groundbreaking technology, a vast array of options and
over 20 highly trained professionals. Not only do they offer some
of the finest product in the Okanagan, but their granite and quartz countertops
and bathrooms can be found in six of last years Tommie gold and silver awardwinning homes. Theyve also been voted Vernons Top Employer this year. Not
bad for a year when the economy in Canada and the world were shaky at best.
With simple beginnings as a quality granite and marble shop, Pure Granite
Rocks! now carries some of the best selections of granite and quartz in the Okanagan. How is this company, which has been around for less than 10 years, making
such a strong impact in the marketplace? Part of the answer lies with investing in
the most technologically advanced equipment in the world, a major commitment
the company made in the last year.
Clark Omand took over Pure Granite Rocks! three and a half years ago.
The best kitchen designers in Vernon and Kelowna come to our shop, he
says. We pride ourselves on having the most technologically advanced fabrication shop in the Okanagan, if not BC. Our diamond tooling allows us to produce
an almost limitless variety of edging.
The choice of materials, colours and prices is extensive. Most of their work is
done in granite or quartz with attractive options in marble or onyx. Omand has
noticed that designers and consumers are sometimes moving away from the traditional glossy granite, to a granite with a matte, leather-like look and feel. This
creates an antique effect, and the shop has the machinery to create the leathertextured granite.
We have the largest on-site supply of granite in the Okanagan. It is important
for the client to see the entire slab, so they know exactly what they can expect.
We have over 500 slabs here. We have some wholesalers in western Canada, but a
lot of our products are brought in directly from Italy, Brazil and Africa, to name a
few. In that case, we have the very latest and reduce the cost of a middle-person.
That saving is passed on to the consumer, Omand explains.
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Current trends have included new applications for granite.

It can be found on fireplaces, and with outdoor living becoming a common lifestyle in the Okanagan, granite is also used in
outdoor barbecue areas.
Granite was created after a molten flow of lava crusaded towards the earths surface a million years ago, gathering quartz,
mica and feldspar along the way. It became a solid mass of rock
when the pressurized lava cooled, dried and hardened. Today, each
granite slab is a unique composite, reflecting the minerals it encountered on its long ago journey. Granite slabs contain numerous
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and varying amounts of quartz, mica and feldspar. Each slab is

uniquely its own, with different colours, reflective properties and
grain characteristics.
It doesnt matter what colour I bring in, theres always someone wanting to buy it, Omand laughs. Ive heard people say many
times that theyve been looking for that exact color, when they see
our selection.
Granite is the shops best seller, with quartz, marble and onyx
also available. On average, Pure Granite Rocks! does about
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According to Omand, quartz is another very popular material
for residential and commercial properties. He describes quartz as a
synthetic stone, where the quartz material is combined with highquality polyester resins and pigment. Quartz is one of the hardest
components of natural granite. Only diamonds, sapphires and topaz
are harder. Quartz crystals create a strong, attractive surface that is
highly scratch and impact resistant.
The actual quartz is crushed, glued, died and pressed for its various
applications, such as counter tops. Quartz can be found in virtually
any colour and is also used as a backsplash. There are a number of
the highest quality quartz producers found on Pure Granite Rock!s
web site, allowing customers to get a good idea of what is available
to suit their needs. Pure Granite Rocks! uses a four-foot-by-four-foot
sample, so clients can see exactly what theyre getting.
Conjure up your own idea of an elegant home or a dandy hotel,
and chances are there will be some marble found somewhere in it.
Marble is actually older than granite, having started its life as limestone millions of years go. Over time, with tremendous high heat
and movement, it accumulated new materials and morphed into the
beautiful marble we see today.
Marble can be used in kitchens, although it is usually found in
bathrooms in countertops, showers and tub decks. Marble is more absorbent and softer than granite or quartz. It is also easier to scratch.
Omand describes his findings during a recent trip to Italy.
I just returned from the Verona Stone Fair, the largest of its kind
in the world. Europeans use much more marble in kitchens, but in
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North America it is usually in bathrooms.
Yet another striking option for your home is onyx. It often appears as a beautiful, inky black but variations on colour also exist.
Used as back lighting, on feature walls and in bathrooms, onyx creates a stunning visual effect. Youll also find onyx on the backlit
area in high-end bars and restaurants.
A more recent alternative for kitchen countertops is Vetrazzo, made of recycled glass. Pure Granite Rocks! is the first
authorized fabricator in the Okanagan. Vetrazzo is colourful,
interesting and unique.
Pure Granite Rocks! is committed to offering the largest selection of materials, and a vast array of on-site product. Their web
site is filled with user-friendly, practical information. It even outlines, step by step, the process for designing, selecting, fabrication
and installation.
Prices are as varied as the choices they offer. Quartz is generally
more expensive than standard granite, and can run at about $100 per
square foot. The price of granite averages $85 per square foot, and
marble is about $90. Pricing varies significantly based on your personal selection.
Omand says the first three months of 2009 were noticeably quieter.
There were fewer spec builders and a steep increase in renovations.
Now, he says, the spec builders are returning. The company installs
over 400 kitchens a year.
At the end of the day, Omand understands that success is achieved
only by combining a lot of variables. The best selection of products
in the Okanagan, talented, valued employees, the latest equipment
and gifted artisans are all crucial. Ultimately, it is the customer approval that keeps Pure Granite Rocks! growing.
Contact
Pure Granite Rocks!
Phone: (250) 558-3773 Fax: (250) 558-3722
www.puregraniterocks.com denise@puregraniterocks.com
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PROFILE
ROBINSON LIGHTING
Painting with Light
By Michael Freeman
o say that the Robinson family has been involved in the

business of illumination for a long time is an understatement. My father started the business in 1936, begins
Bruce Robinson, but prior to that, my grandfather had a
lighting company from 1919 to 1935, he continues. Then a slow
smile lights his face, and he says, We recently found out that in
1805, Benjamin Robinson emigrated from England and he was a
chandlerwhat we now call a candle maker! And his son became
a coal oil merchant . . . so, apart from the time between 1876 and
1919, the Robinsons have been involved in lighting longer than the
light bulb!
Officially, the family will be celebrating the 75th anniversary
of Robinson Lighting Ltd. in 2011. In Kelowna, the acquisition of
Gough Electric allowed Bruce Robinson to relocate the stock and
open the present location on Dilworth Drive in 1996. They love to
show people how to paint with light, where the effect, rather than
the light source, is what catches the eye.
All four full-time staff are accredited by the American Lighting
Association (ALA) as Lighting Specialists (LS). They spend a great
deal on training their people whether its an extensive webinar on
the latest technologies, or the opportunity to see the latest product in
Dallas, Texas where
they go to buy the
latest lighting twice
a year.
Norm Brown, the
Regional Manager
for BC, is one of a
very select few Certified Lighting Consultants (CLC) certified
by the ALA. Brown
was recently recognised for his leader-
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Improving the lighting in your

home by using high efficiency
products not only saves money and
the planet, it also qualifies for the
Home Renovation Tax Credit.
ship and contribution to the industry with the Pillar of the Industry
award at the annual ALA Conference held in Los Angeles. He is also
the current chairman of the American Lighting Association and the
director of CLC examinations. Brown has a wealth of expertise that
he constantly shares with customers and staff members.
Lighting your home or business is something that reflects your
personal style as much as your selection of artwork; therefore, some
people are occasionally surprised by the many questions that Robinson Lightings experts ask. But there are reasons for the queries. The
various configurations of rooms, colors and light applications dictate

what type of lighting is required before the style of fixture can be selected. High ceilings, as well as darker shades of paint and furniture
require stronger lighting.
With 11 showrooms across Western Canada, the Robinson Group
of companies is the largest lighting chain. The Kelowna showroom
is the acknowledged lighting leader in the Okanagan. It features a
beautiful selection of lighting fixtures and lamps plus a lighting lab
where you learn to paint with light in newly expanded showroom
on Dilworth Drive.
Contact
Robinson Lighting
Bruce Robinson, Suzanne Van Rycke
Phone: 250-860-9626
brucer@robinsonlighting.com www.robinsonlighting.com
switch it up!
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PROFILE
PCS CONSTRUCTION
On time, on budget and in writing
By Michael Freeman
reat customer service is a promise that is easy to make,

but difficult to keep, especially when you are a homebuilder with a reputation for quality workmanship and
precise finishing. Just ask Percy Schuurman of PCS
Construction in Penticton. People can say what they
want about themselves, but it is past clients, trades
and suppliers that set the real benchmark. I dont go
on about how good I am, I invite people to check my
references, he says confidently.
It is Schuurmans confidence that drives the business: confidence in his abilities, his crew, his relationship with sub-trades and in his customer service.
He started PCS Construction in 1994 and built his
first home in 1996. A long-time journeyman carpenter, Schuurman
has been involved in Pentictons construction scene for over 30
years, but he still upgrades his skills regularly. I attend the courses
offered by the CHBA and the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO),
a provincial crown corporation dedicated to strengthening protection
for home buyers, improving the quality of residential construction,
Okanagan
and supporting research and education for builders and renovators.

PCS Construction is a HPO licensed builder in good standing.
With credentials like these, one might assume that the company
is a big operation, but the team at PCS sticks to the construction of
a couple of homes a year and doing custom renovations. The boss
is on site wearing a tool belt most days, allowing him to control the
quality of his projects. We build new homes from the ground up,
he confirms, We do the foundation, the framing, all the finishing, the
hardwood, custom woodwork, the roofing, and everything we can in
between. He has solid, long-term relationships with the sub-trades
he uses.
Im a hands on type of guy, confesses Schuurman. Customer
service means everything to me, and I have a lot of repeat clients.
PCS Construction doesnt stop at simply building homes well;
they also strive to build them green. As a recently certified member of Built Green TM, the builder has had two of his homes achieve
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the coveted Gold status, an accomplishment of which Schuurman

is extremely proud.
He builds homes well, and he builds them green. What else
could there be?
We are finalists in two categories for the provincial Georgie
Awards, he replies with a smile.
Contact
PCS Construction
Percy Schuurman
Phone: 250-490-5591
pcsconstruction@shaw.ca

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PROFILE
CLADCO CONSTRUCTORS
Serving the entire Okanagan
By Michael Freeman
hat if there was a new, space-age covering that could

be used to protect the wood on our homes? What if
the stuff came only from recycled material and all of
the excess from installation was recyclable too? Now
consider the benefits of this technical marvel if it were fireproof, rustproof, and malleable, came in any colour, could have a smooth or
wood grain finish, and was economically viable. Well, this so-called
miracle substance has been around for years it is aluminum, and
its quickly becoming a construction staple in BC, says Natasha
Lyons, the owner of Cladco Constructors, a company that specializes in aluminum fabrication and cladding. We do custom windows,
door jams, fascia, stair stringers, decorative pillars, posts and soffits
on commercial buildings, resorts and homes of all types, she adds.
With a background in business, she organizes the projects, keeping the pipeline of
jobs full for her crew. Richard Rice the VP of operations is also a journeyman
carpenter, fabricator, installer,
and the technical expert. He
has a wealth of construction
experience from across Canada, and when coupled with
Lyons almost obsessive attention to detail, the duo believes
they have the perfect balance
for success.
British Columbia and the
Okanagan in particular are
exposed to some of the hottest weather in Canada, meaning that the exposed wood on
our homes is susceptible to
weathering. Once wood begins
deteriorating from heat and
water exposure, rot can set in
very quickly; therefore, wood
is usually chemically treated
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they also work with renovators looking to repair or replace damaged

wood or vinyl and have aluminum products installed instead. They
qualify for the Renovation Tax Credit.
Working directly with our clients to accommodate their ideas,
while ensuring superior materials and workmanship reflects the
standards of Cladco, states Lyons, continuing, We want customers
happy with our quality and creativity, and thus far we are unmatched
by anyone in the Okanagan.
Cladco uses the mobile showroom concept. They come to their
clients home or business, bringing with them colour swatches,
sample pieces, a power-point presentation and their portfolio. Measurements or blueprints are studied and advice is given to help select the best design and colours to reach the desired effect within
the budget.
The company has discovered that word of mouth about them and
their product is spreading rapidly. One job leads to another as people see the cosmetic appeal and feel the durability of the aluminum,
says Lyons. Its the not-so-new, space-age material!
and painted to withstand the elements. Aluminum, on the other
hand, is tough, maintenance free, weather resistant, looks great, and
completely protects the wood against overexposure, keeping it solid
and sturdy.
Cladco Constructors works with master homebuilders, architects,
window and door companies, and interior designers to familiarize
them with this environmentally conscious building material, but
Contact
Cladco Constructors
Natasha Lyons
Phone: 250-575-7129
cladcoconstructors@hotmail.com

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PROFILE
THE REDISCOVERED WOOD
FLOOR COMPANY
Do it right, do it once!
By Michael Freeman
collapsing pioneers barn from the American west, Chinese pagodas from the Ming dynasty, railroad ties across
Southeast Asia, and a man-made lake in Brazil. These
ostensibly unrelated objects from across the globe, in
fact, share a commonality. They are all sources of increasingly rare
old-growth wood.
Premium lumber is being reclaimed from aged structures like
barns, or in one unusual case, a tobacco factory that are being
demolished. Planks, timbers and slabs hewn from centuries-old trees,
were used in buildings prior to the invention of structural steel. Oak,
hickory, walnut, cherry, and elm are only a few of the hundreds of
species of hardwoods used in the architecture.
In one circumstance, plans were made to dam the Yangtze River
in China, but the prospective lake would cover buildings that were at
least 350 years old. The structures were dismantled and some of the
wood became the showpiece floor of a home right here in BC!
Old railroad ties from Southeast Asia werent covered with
wood preservative because they were made from rosewood, a
Okanagan
beautiful and strong

hardwood. As a bonus, the reclaimed
ties dont have nail
holes or other disfiguring marks from
construction, spike
holes, which are
filled with decorative
wooden plugs.
In 1964, a lake was
formed in Brazil, once
again, the result of a
dam. At the bottom
of the lake is a forest
of approximately 20
exquisite hardwoods,
including Angelique,
Purple Heart, and
Boss Mahogany.
This wood is not reclaimed, because it hasnt been used for construction. It is being rescued; otherwise its just going to sit there
and do nothing, says Kerry Bloom, a 25-year veteran of the flooring industry, and the owner of The Rediscovered Wood Floor Company, suppliers and installers of reclaimed and rescued wood products. When asked if the logs are damaged from being submerged, he
quickly replies, Oh gosh, no! They are spectacular, perfectly pre-
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served and so dense and heavy, its insane!

Blooms enthusiasm is contagious as he shows off a customers
floor. I love the look of this, he says. The box stores dont sell it
and they cant get it. You want unique? Every floor is different, even
when we use the same species. The woods character is unsurpassed
by anything made by humans, and reclaiming or rescuing lumber
saves our forests.
About 10 years ago it all fell into place for Bloom when he decided
to concentrate on reclaimed wood floors and furniture. I grew up in
the bush, with no running water or electricity, so its in my nature
to be environmentally conscious, he explains. Rediscovered Wood
Floors is the distributor for Waterlox finishing products, including
Pure Tung Oil, and The Real Milk Paint Company who does indeed
make organic paint from milk, using recipes from the 1600s.
A click on Rediscovered Floors website showcases Blooms work
and the many species of wood flooring, furniture and eco-friendly
finishes available. His showroom is located in Lower Nicola, near
Merritt, BC.
Contact
The Rediscovered Wood Floor Company
Phone: 250-315-0113
bloom2@shaw.ca www.bloomsfloorswithflair.com

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PROFILE
Shaws home phone service

haws home phone service offers the same level of reliability, performance and value youve come to expect
from Shaw. Shaw offers telephone voice service over its
own managed broadband network rather than the public
Internet, as most VoIP providers do, to deliver a consistent level of
quality and reliability. Calls made with Shaws phone service go directly from the secure Shaw network to the public telephone system and not over the Internet. This managed network can deliver
the service, reliability and performance that customers have come to
expect from Shaw.
Shaws home phone service also offers the convenient features
most consumers have become used to, many included with the service. All of our packages include Call Display, Complimentary Directory Assistance (411) for numbers in Canada and the U.S. and
Enhanced 911 service that displays your address to the dispatcher.
Voicemail, Call Waiting and Distinctive Ring are all available for
a nominal charge or are included in some packages. Shaw also offers competitive long distance rates within Canada and to the
U.S. and abroad.
Introducing Extended Toll-Free Calling

in the Okanagan
Shaw has also added even more value to its packaging options by
offering Extended Toll-Free Calling rates within the Okanagan* for

all Shaw Digital Phone Lite customers. That means no long distance
charges when you make a call to anyone within the Okanagan.
With three great plans to choose from, you can pick the package
that is right for you, whether you make a lot of long distance calls
or only use your home phone for local calling. Finally, Shaws home
phone service can be bundled with other Shaw Services, giving you
the added convenience of everything on one bill and the added savings of combining your TV, Internet and home phone service. The
more services you add, the more you save!
To find out more, do not hesitate to speak to one of our friendly
call centre staff about Shaws home phone service by simply calling
310-SHAW.
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ENERGY
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comfy pillow?
TERASEN GAS
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ith more and more homeowners choosing the blue

flame of natural gas for home heating, it seems appropriate to take a look at other tasks around the
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Why cook with a natural gas range?

A natural gas flame is infinitely variable allowing more precise
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A natural gas burner generates more heat than an electric coil and
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Moisture-sensor feature prevents over-drying.
Sound-insulated dryers can add to your peace and quiet.
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ENERGY
Okanagan Environmental
Industry Alliance
Re-invention Through a Greenprint
By Ross Freake
he Okanagan Environmental Industry Alliance (OEIA)

has a greenprint to re-shape and re-invigorate Kelownas
economy. The OEIA, which turned two this month, has
surprised just about everyone, including the six charter
members, with how much it has accomplished.
Almost immediately, we were thrust into activities with the B.C.
Utilities Commission on things like net metering and that proved to
be a hallmark of how we operated as an organization, said OEIA
chairman David Mayes, one of the original six.
Soon after the group formed, Mayes was invited to join Fortis
B.C.s Power Sense advisory commission and has advised Natural
Resources minister, Lisa Raitt, helping her understand some of the
issues around solar and air-source heat pumps, which led to some
positive developments.
The OEIA has intervener status with the B.C. Utility Commission,
which allows it to be involved in activities with B.C. Hydro and is
working closely with the province and the city of Kelowna.
There has been an opening up and dialogue that wasnt going on in 2005 when I got here. There are distinct opportunities for making money and theres nothing wrong with that.
info@solarenewableenergy.com
www.solarenewableenergy.com
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Money drives our lives.

But timing was crucial. There had been people in Okanagan as
early as 2003 and 2004 really interested in doing something like
(forming a green association), said Mayes, owner of Complete
Home Energy. But in those days in the Okanagan, as someone said,
you couldnt get three guys to show up for free beer.
Barry Milner, director of marketing for GeoTility Geothermal Systems, was one of those offering the free beer. He did the spadework
for the OEIA when he started the Okanagan chapter of B.C. Sustainable Energy Association and the Thompson-Okanagan Cascadia
Green Building Council.
In so many sectors of any industry you close your door and look
out at your competition as adversarial, Milner said. We wanted to
bring (the industry) together so that we can support all technologies
and work together to refine what we do, and to act as an incubator
for new companies.
He said the Okanagan missed a great opportunity to get ahead of
the curve during the last boom, but as the economy re-tools from
the bust, and as consumers realize that green saves money in the long
run, hes hopeful the Okanagan will raise the bar.
(The OEIA is) striving to get consumers to understand that green
options are viable now, Milner said.
That was Robert Fines thought when he suggested that Milner,
Mayes and the other green thinkers form an association because he
wants the Okanagan positioned to build a green economic sector.
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Okanagan Home magazine is proud to be a
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join this fine organization.
For more information see their website at
www.OEIA.ca
Thanks to the two newest OEIA members:
Denis Apchin from Apchin Design Corp.
and Joe Shalapata from
Jona Panels Sales Inc.
building environmentally
friendly homes.
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While there are two dozen OEIA members, there are more than 50
companies working in the environmental sector.
The green-collar jobs speak to opportunities to use existing skills
and reshape them to the greening of the economy, said Fine, executive director of the Economic Development Commission.
At Fines request, Mayes went to California to talk to politicians
and high-tech industry leaders about their plan to re-invent Silicon
Valley.
Silicon Valley is going through a nuclear war, Mayes said. Visible unemployment is 12-15 per cent and most of the high-tech companies have left or downsized, so they developed a plan around clean
technology.
Mayes said the re-invention was a matter of survival because the
brightest university graduates, the lifeblood of companies such as
Intel, where Mayes used to work, were more interested in green than
high-tech.
We thought this Greenprint for Silicon Valley would be a good
model for Kelowna. I took it to the mayor and that initial meeting of
about six has now mushroomed into the mayors economic development roundtable, which had about 40 people at the last meeting.
We see OEIA continuing to be a catalyst and participant in driving the future economic development of the community and to create a fertile environment for energy companies, and helping young
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Okanagan Environmental Industry Alliance (OEIA)

(250) 864-9552
www.oeia.ca
Sola Renewable Energy Ltd.
(250) 762-4746
www.solarenewableenergy.com
Jona Panel Sales Inc.
(250) 764-7595
www.jonapanels.com
Complete Home Energy Ltd.
(250) 762-4746
www.completehomeenergy.com
Apchin Design Corp.
(250) 862-2078
www.apchin.com
Flywheel Building Solutions
(250) 859-6062
www.flywheelbuildingsolutions.com
GeoTility
(250) 762-5776
www.geotility.ca
S2 Innovative Products Group Ltd.
(250) 769-8553
www.s2PG.com
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CHBA DIRECTORY
The Canadian Home Builders
Association
of
the
Central
Okanagan is a non-profit volunteer
organization of dedicated individuals
whose leadership works with all
levels of government with a common
mission: dedication to quality and
value in the residential construction
and renovation industry. The careful
process of scrutinizing applicants
ensures superior representation of
industry professionals. business people
who know the importance of quality
and reliability.
Architects
Architecturally Distinct Solutions Inc.
Matt Johnston / Grace Pontes
550 C West Avenue,Kelowna, BC
V1Y 4Z4
T. 250-878-4313/250-448-7801
F. 250-448-7802
matt@distinctsolutions.ca / grace@
distinctsolutions.ca
www.distinctsolutions.ca
Berard Design Group
Deb Berard - President
#41-760 Highpoint Drive
Kelowna BC
V1V 2Y3
T. 250-762-5399
F. 250-448-7816
berarddesigngroup@shaw.ca
www.berarddesigngroup.com
Builders
A Legacy of Designs Ltd.
Brad Dziedzic & Brandy de BartoloDziedzic
P.O. Box 1695 Station Main, Vernon, BC
V1T 8C3
T. 250-558-8889/250-558-8839
F. 250-503-1093
info@legacyofdesigns.com
www.legacyofdesigns.com
Alternative Construction Inc
Edmaro Cabete
#304-1495 Graham St, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 3B2
T. 250-864-0761
F. 250-493-7321
edmaro@alternativeconstruction.ca
www.alternativeconstruction.ca
Apchin Design Corp.
Denis Apchin
1767 Spruceview Court, Kelowna, BC
V1V 2N2
T. 250-862-2078
F. 250-868-3489
denis@apchin.com
www.apchin.com
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Matt Johnston / Grace Pontes
550 C West Avenue,Kelowna, BC
V1Y4Z4
T. 250-878-4313/250-448-7801
F. 250-448-7802
matt@distinctsolutions.ca
grace@distinctsolutions.ca
www.distinctsolutions.ca
AuthenTech Homes Ltd.
Scott Tyerman, RHP
P.O. Box 2190 - 190 Rutland Road North,
Kelowna, B.C.
V1X 4K6
T. 250-491-7690
F. 250-491-4290
scott@authentechhomes.com
www.authentechhomes.com
Bellamy Homes
Les Bellamy
22013 Capri PO, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9N9
T. 250-470-2429
info@bellamyhomes.ca
www.bellamyhomes.ca
Built Rite Homes (A Division of Roblyn
Developments Ltd.)
Robert Anderson
758 South Crest Drive, Kelowna BC
V1W 4Y7
T. 250-764-0315
F. 250-764-0326
futlog@shaw.ca
www.builtritehomes.ca
Callidus Construction
Sue Matic
4592 Hayes Road, Kelowna, BC
T. 250-764-6434
F. 250-764-6435
sue@callidusconstruction.com
callidusconstruction.com
Cardan Enterprises Ltd.
Don Dudgeon & Lisa Dudgeon
#215-1980 Cooper Road, Kelowna
V1Y 8K5
T. 250-861-8823
F. 250-861-8845
info@cardan.ca
www.cardan.ca
Chaparral Industries (86) Inc.
John Pushor/Jim Pushor
3075 Sexsmith Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7T1
T. 250-765-2985
F. 250-765-7177
john.pushor@chaparralhomes.com
www.chaparralhomes.com
Chatham Homes
Dave Chatham
4610 Crawford Court, Kelowna, BC
V1W 4N5
T. 250-764-5387 or 250-862-1075
F. 250-764-5387
chathamhomesltd@shaw.ca
Chriscan.com Enterprises Ltd.

Len Suchocki
4201 Spiers Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 4B5
T. 250-712-1324
F. 250-712-0940
Chriscan@shaw.ca
www.chriscan.com
CorWest Builders
Chris Little/ David Sargent
620-1620 Dickson Avenue Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9Y2
T. 250-869-4960
T.F. 866-824-9417
info@corwest.ca
www.corwest.ca
Destination Homes
Don Erdely & Travis Erdely
Unit 1 1385 Stevens Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Z 2S9
T. 250-707-1752
F. 250-763-1573
destination@shaw.ca
www.homesbydestination.com
Dilworth Quality Homes Inc.
Greg Asling - General Manager
Manager
Chris Reiter - Building Operations Manager
907 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2W1
T. 250-762-9999
F. 250-762-6171
info@dilworthhomes.com
www.dilworthhomes.com
Distinctive Developments Ltd.
Terry Heinrich
Suite # 333 -101-1865 Dilworth Drive,
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9T1
T. 250-491-1171
F. 250-491-8606
distinctivedevelopments@shaw.ca
www.Distinctivedevelopments.com
Dutch Construction (1988) Ltd.
Bill Bouwsema
2377 Silver Place
Kelowna, BC
V1V 1N9
T. 250-317-3636
F. 250-860-0658
Edgecombe Builders
Kevin Edgecombe & Don Campbell
#5 - 220 Neave Road, Kelowna
V1V 2L9
T. 250-491-8655
F. 250-491-8611
info@edgecombebuilders.com
www.edgecombebuilders.com
Eidse Builders
Jim Eidse, Gary Tebbutt & Elmer Eidse
101-1865 Dilworth Drive, Box # 334 Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9T1
T. 250-862-2650
F. 250-862-2609
Jim@Eidse.com/ elmer@eidse.
com/garytebbutt@shaw.ca
Fawdry Homes
Glenn Fawdry, RHP
1362 Clear Pond Court, Kelowna, BC
V1V 2X6
T. 250-862-8630
F. 250-862-8631
glenn@fawdryhomes.ca
Frame Custom Homes Ltd.
Bill Frame
PO Box 29106 Mission RPO
Kelowna BC
V1W 4A7
T. 250-718-8670
F. 250-764-8257
framecustom@shaw.ca
Freeport Industries
Todd Venier / Chris Inkster
3522-B Red Cloud Way, Westbank BC
V4T 2G9
T. 250-707-3950
F. 250-707-3951
info@freeportindustries.ca
www.freeportindustries.ca
Greenman Homes
Clayton Halley
Box 1365 Fernie, BC.
V0B 1M0
T. 250-423.0753
F. 250-423-4628
greenmanhomes@telus.net
www.greenmanhomes.ca
Hamill Creek Timber Homes Inc.
Fiona Daniels
PO Box 151 Meadow Creek BC
V0G 1N0
T. 250-366-4320
F. 250-366-4333
fiona@hamillcreek.com
www.hamillcreek.com
Hansum Homes & Development Inc.
John Hansum & Fran Hansum
768 Kuipers Crescent,Kelowna, BC
V1W 5C9
T. 250-764-2324
F. 250-764-5457
hansumhomes@shaw.ca
www.hansumhomes.com
Harmony Homes
Mick Webb
201-833 Finns Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 5B8
T. 250-765-5191
F. 250-765-6013
harmonyhomes@shaw.ca
www.harmonyhomes.net
Heirloom Custom Homes Ltd
Jason Brears
PO Box 29189 Kelowna, BC V1W 4A7
T. (250) 718-5752
F. 250-765-6013
j.brears@telus.net
http://www.heirloomcustomhomes.ca
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Ian Paine Construction Ltd.
Ian Paine
2032 Bennett Road, Kelowna, BC
V1V 2C1
T. 250-868-2133
F. 250-868-2133
ianpaine@shaw.ca
Impact Builders
Chad Jones
Box 304
101-1865 Dilworth Drive,Kelowna BC
V1Y 9T1
T. 250-470-2269
chad.jones@shaw.ca
www.impactbuilders.com
Inspiration Homes Ltd.
Rod Doroshuk
P.O.Box 21037 #265-2306 Highway#6,Vernon, BC
V1T 7E2
T. 250-543-3111
T.F. 888-391-0940
info@inspirationhomes.ca
www.inspirationhomes.ca
Jaycor Homes Inc.
Vince Montemurro
314-101-1865 Dilworth Drive,Kelowna BC
V1Y9T1
T. 250-768-5070
F. 250-768-5070
jaycorhomes@shaw.ca
Jazel Enterprises Ltd.
James Zeleznik
2730 Lower Glenrosa Road, Westbank, BC
V4T 1L7
T. 250-768-5799
F. 250-768-5733
jazel@shaw.ca
www.Jazelhomes.com
K-Town Contracting
Jason Hatter
1383 Dilworth Cres, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 4M6
T. 250-215-4656
F. 250-763-7479
ktowncontracting@gmail.com
www.ktowncontracting.com
Keith Dahlen Construction Ltd.
Ken Dahlen
8205 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC
V1B 2L9
T. 250-545-1300
F. 250-545-1380
keith.construction@shaw.ca
keithconstruction.ca
Level UP Homes by Design

Bob & Valerie Levy
2550 Tuscany Drive, Westbank, BC
V4T 3B6
T. 250-768-2036
F. 250-768-2037
blevy@shaw.ca
www.leveluphomes.ca
Mandala Custom Homes Inc.
Lars Chose
PO Box 234
Nelson BC
V1L 5P9
T. 250-352-5582
F. 250-352-0582
lars@mandalahomes.com
Manzanita Homes Inc.
Bryan Reese
9-3151,Box 156 Lakeshore Road,Kelowna,BC
V1W 3S9
T. 250-870-1827
F. 250-764-9578
admin@manzanitahomes.net
www.manzanitahomes.net
Meadow Ridge Homes Ltd.
Miles & Susan Krahn
Box 25119 Mission Park P.O., Kelowna, BC
V1W 3Y7
T. 250-861-3344
F. 250-861-3310
miles@meadowridgehomes.com
www.meadowridgehomes.com
Neil Miller Homes Ltd.
Neil Miller
4467 Lakeland Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 1E1
T. 250-764-8627
F. 250-764-8608
neil@millerhomes.ca
Nesbitt Originals
Paul & Jan Nesbitt
#300 - 1433 St. Paul Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2E4
T. 250-762-3337
F. 250-762-3090
originals@shaw.ca
www.nesbittoriginals.com
Okanagan Dream Builders Ltd.
Trent Tinkler
Box 2423 Stn.R Kelowna, BC
V1X6A5
T. 250-808-1788
F. 250-717-0391
okanagandreambuilders@shaw.ca
Okanagan Trend West Master Builder Ltd.

Jamie Moran
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 20069, Vernon, BC
V1T 9L4
T. 250-558-0415
F. 250-558-4551
info@okanagantrendwest.com
www.okanagantrendwest.com
Pars Construction
Amir Khajavi
P.O. Box # 25149, Mission Park P.O., Kelowna, BC
V1W 3Y7
T. 250-764-6226 C. 250-878-0662
F. 250-764-6226
Pars_Construction_Homes@yahoo.ca
www.ParsConstruction.com
Pentar Homes Ltd.
Fred Parent
200-591 Bernard Ave.,Kelowna BC
V1Y 6N9
T. 250-862-9006
F. 250-862-9640
fred@pentarhomes.com
www.pentarhomes.com
Quiniscoe Homes Ltd.
Lisa Budenholzer
Box 25, Panorama BC
V0A1T0
T. 250-342-0853
F. 250-342-0833
lisa@quiniscoe.ca
RJ M Management Ltd.
Margie & Randall Rhode
1208 Peak Point Drive, Kelowna, BC
V1Z 4A9
T. 250-859-2332
F. 250-860-5247
m_rhode@shaw.ca & randy.rhode@esporta.ca
RLJ Homes Inc.
Ray LaPointe
563 San Cabrio Court, Kelowna, BC
V1V 1S8
T. 250-862-1968
F. 250-717-0003
rljhomes@shaw.ca
www.rljhomes.com
Rockwood Homes Construction Ltd.
Gilles Ladouceur
5753 Mountainside Drive, Kelowna BC
V1W5H2
T. 250-450-9761
F. 250-450-9762
cathy@rockwoodhomes.ca
www.rockwoodhomes.ca
Rykon Construction Management Ltd.
Randy Siemens, Kelly Lawrie, CMA
Unit 202-1561 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 5Y7
T. 250-712-9664
F. 250-712-9654
info@rykon.ca
www.rykon.ca
Kelowna Capital Contracting Ltd.

Rick Therrien, Owner / Ron Vibe, Owner
1860 Hayashi Road, Kelowna BC
V1P 1A7
T. 250-717-7909 or 864-9919
F. 250-765-7660
therrienfamily@shaw.ca
www.kelownacc.com
Okanagan Sunrise Construction Ltd.

Dale Ahlbaum/Nick Franz
1929 Kent Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 7S6
T. 250-763-1461
F. 250-763-1462
sales@okanagansunrise.com
www.OkanaganSunrise.com
Kentland Homes Ltd.

Stephen Wells
Suite 202, 5305 Main Street, Kelowna, BC
V1W 4V3
T. 250-764-1306
F. 250-764-0996
swells@kentlandhomes.com
www.kettlevalley.com
Okanagan Glacier Homes Inc.

Kirk Anderson
2075 Sunview Drive Kelowna, BC V1Z 3X6
T. 250 717-6488
F. 250 769-4796
glacierhomes@shaw.ca
www.glacierhomes.com
Schulz Construction Inc.

Marlin Schulz
Suite #111,105-3957 Lakeshore Road,Kelowna BC
V1W1V3
T. 250-212-9541
F. 250-764-9510
marlin.schulz@shaw.ca
www.schulzdevelopments.com
Okanagan Sustain Homes

Carl St. Jean
4701 Briggs Road, Vernon, BC
V1B 3J4
T. 250-260-8425
F. 250-545-7719
oksustainhomes@shaw.ca
www.oksustainhomes.ca
Sierra West Homes & Construction Corp.

Kevin Adams
3925 Desert Pines Avenue, Peachland, BC
V0H 1X2
T. 250-767-1993 C. 878-2207
F. 250-767-3093
luxury@sierrawesthomes.com
www.sierrawesthomes.com
Larsen & Whelan Enterprises Ltd.

Stephen Whelan & Ian Larsen
Box 922, Fernie B.C.
V0B 1M0
T. 250-423-8810
F. 250-423-7268
info@fernibuilders.com
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Ski Home Limited

Richard Unger
PO Box 1088 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
1-250-342-2555
F. 1-250-342-2580
richard.unger@skihome.ca
www.skihome.ca
Varitec Enterprises Ltd.

Don Kerr, RHP
673 Westside Road - North, Kelowna, BC
V1Z 3S7
T. 250-769-2375
T. 250-769-2373
varitec@telus.net
Square Root Contracting & Consulting

Ltd
Mike Twack
#109, 105-3957 Lakeshore Drive Kelowna,
BC V1N 1V3
T.(250) 863-6576
F. (250) 450-9447
miket@sq-root.com
Webster Construction Ltd.

Ken Webster
205-251 Lawrence Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 6L2
T. 250-763-6600
T. 250-763-6614
ken@thewebstergroup.com
www.thewebstergroup.com
Sunstar Ventures Ltd.

Denis Bigham & Bob Buvyer
PO Box 2189, Kelowna, BC
V1X 4K6
T. 250-807-2270
F. 250-807-2237
buvyer@hotmail.com
Wilson and Company Ltd.

James Wilson
814 Hubbard Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 1N4
T. 250-869-7125
F. 250-764-9889
wilsoncustombuilders@telus.net
Sunterra Custom Homes Ltd.

Ranbir Nahal
Unit #5-7760 Okanagan Landing Road,
Vernon,BC
V1T 1Z4
T. 250-503-8220
F. 250-260-1844
info@sunterracustomhomes.com
www.sunterracustomhomes.com
Woodstyle Homes Ltd

Donovan Imbeau
PO Box 21021 Vernon, BC V1T 9T7
T. (250) 558-9765 or (250) 558-9765
F. (250) 558-4166
woodstyle@telus.net
Surecraft Construction Ltd.

Jim Shales - President
5120 Cousins Road
Peachland BC
V0H 1X2
T. 250-878-0718
F. 250-767-9102
surecraftconstruction@shaw.ca
Team Construction Mgmt. (1981) Ltd.
Charles Cullen
101-916 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2W2
T. 250-868-8326
F. 250-868-8113
info@teamconstruction.ca
www.teamconstruction.ca
Timberhaven Homes Ltd.
Scott Ross
3282 Chasselas Crt.
Westbank BC
V4T 2Y6
T. 250-878-0159
T. 250-767-3427
scott@timberhaven.ca
www.timberhaven.ca
Trico Homes Inc.
Paula Skladan
Unit #201 3006 32nd Avenue Vernon, BC
V1T 2L7
T. 250-545-9261
T. 250-545-9458
apvernon@tricohomes.com
www.tricohomes.com
Valux Homes Ltd
Joe Rood
679 Welke Road Kelowna, BC V1W 1A6
T. (250) 317-1332
T. (250) 763-7059
joe@valux.ca
www.bridgesliving.com
Developers
Aldebaran Enterprizes Inc.
John Jacobsen
PO Box 21058, Vernon BC
V1T9T7
T. 250-306-9355
F. 250-542-8235
john@aldebaranhomes.com
www.aldebaranhomes.com
Callahan Property Group Ltd.
Bob Callahan
218-1626 Richter Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2M3
T. 250-717-3000
F. 250-717-3400
bob@callahanpg.ca
Dilworth Quality Homes Inc.
Greg Asling - General Manager
Manager
Chris Reiter - Building Operations Manager
907 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2W1
T. 250-762-9999
F. 250-762-6171
info@dilworthhomes.com
www.dilworthhomes.com
Firelight Developments Ltd.
Jordan Hettinga
1337 Green Bay Road,Westbank BC
V4T 2B6
T. 250-717-1095
F. 250-717-1098
jhettinga@greenbaydevelopments.ca
www.firelightlodge.com
Group of Companies Green Solutions
Grant Gaucher - President / Andrew Gaucher - VP Developments
#200-3275 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna BC.
V1W 3S9
T. 250-712-2449
F. 250-763-1000
agaucher@ggroup.ca
www.ggroup.ca
Gallaghers Canyon Construction

Al Bremner
4390 Gallaghers Drive East, Kelowna, BC
V1W 3Z8
T. 250-860-9013
F. 250-860-9043
allan@gallagherscanyon.com
www.gallagherscanyon.com
George Schluessel Real Estate Investments Ltd.
George Schluessel - President
Box 3-880 16th Ave. Calgary AB
T2R 1J9
T. 403-410-1224
F. 403-245-8166
gsrei@procure.ca
www.procura.com
Huntington Homes Ltd.
Jamie Maw
Suite #208 2901 Abbott Street
Kelowna,British Columbia
V1Y 1G7
T. 250-801-4040
F. 250-860-4080
think@telus.net
Kirschner Mountain Joint Venture
Allen Kirschner
P.O. Box 27030, Willow Park, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7L7
T. 250-862-0895
F. 250-765-6033
info@kirschnermountain.com
www.kirschnermountain.com
L & S Contracting Ltd. (A Div. of Lambert & Paul Construction Ltd.)
Lambert Schmalz
#300 - 2000 Spall Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9P6
T. 250-860-2331
F. 250-860-2066
l-stom@silk.net
Melcor Developments Ltd.
Tobi McNeil
#207-1664 Richter Street. Kelowna BC
V1Y 8N3
T. 250-717-8390
F. 250-717-8391
tmcneil@melcor.ca
www.melcor.ca
Molenbeek Ventures Development
Corporation
Wim Zuydervelt
337 Phoebe Court, Kelowna, B.C.
V1W 3Y9
T. 250-764-0338
F. 250-764-2267
wfz@shaw.ca
www.creeksidepark.caCommunity
Ocorp Development Ltd.
9-3151 Lakeshore Road - B-493
V1W 3S9
T. 250-764-1750
F. 250-764-1751
info@ocorpltd.com
www.tuscany_cherrywood.com
Okanagan Land Development Corp.
Don Erdely
2656 Cliffshore Dr. Winfield BC
V4V 2N1
T. 250-766-9373
F. 250-766-9375
d.erdely@telus.net
www.lakecountryliving.ca
Pekman Developments
Brent Neumann
9624 13A Street, Dawson Creek, BC
V1G 3X3
T. 250-782-5811
F. 250-782-6810
brentn@shaw.ca
Predator Ridge Limited PartnershipLand Division
Brent Ree
100 Mashie Crescent Vernon BC
V1V 1H8
T. 250-503-1739
F. 250-503-1759
realestate@predatorridge.com
www.predatorridge.com
Starland Development Company
Kathleen Mackenzie/ Dave Coombs
#101 - 1658 Commerce Ave. Kelowna BC
V1X 8A9
T. 250-717-8228
F. 250-717-8227
info@prospectkelowna.com
www.prospectkelowna.com
Rohit Communities Kelowna Ltd.
Rocky Sethi
970 Stockley Street, Kelowna BC
V1P 1R6
T. 250-765-6533
F. 250-807-0202
rocky.sethi@rohitgroup.com
Scuka Enterprises Ltd.
Dan Scuka
881 Highway 33 East, Kelowna, BC
V1X 6V1
T. 250-765-0136
F. 250-765-7826
scukaent@scuka.bc.ca
www.scuka.bc.ca
Sierra West Homes & Construction Corp.
Kevin Adams
3925 Desert Pines Avenue, Peachland, BC
V0H 1X2
T. 250-767-1993 Cell: 878-2207
F. 250-767-3093
luxury@sierrawesthomes.com
www.sierrawesthomes.com
The Mission Group
Jonathan Friesen, Randy Shier, Gerald
Heinrichs, George Summach
620-1632 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 7T2
T. 250-448-8810
F. 250-762-4236
comments@themissiongroup.ca
www.themissiongroup.ca
TLH Log Homes Ltd.
Carl Lauren
PO Box 336,Kimberly,BC
V1A2Y9
T. 250-427-0315
F. 250-427-0571
carl@tyeeloghomes.com
www.tyeeloghomes.com
Wesbild Holdings Ltd.
A. (Tony) Zappone
3721 Razorback Court, Vernon, BC
V1T 9W4
T. 250-545-3999 C. 250-306-2990
F. 250-545-3998
tzappone@wesbild.com
www.turtlemountainvernon.com
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Woodland Hills On The Ridge

Geby Wager
#135 - 9 - 3151 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 2S9
T. 250-764-0626
F. 250-764-0689
info@woodlandhillskelowna.com
www.woodlandhillskelowna.com
Woodstock Development Inc.
Dennis Kort & Jennifer Kort
2903 Lakeview Cove Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Z 4A1
T. 250-769-7775
F. 250-769-7720
dennisatwoodstockhomes@shaw.ca
www.discovereaglesview.com
Financial Services
Gary Eisenhut
Diane Bold, Christine Sposato
201-1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2B3
T. 250-868-4188
F. 250-861-9021
christine.sposato@rbc.com
www.rbc.com
TD Canada Trust
Shawna McCrea
100 - 1633 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2A8
T. 250-763-4241
F. 250-712-5470
mccres2@tdbank.ca
www.tdcanadatrust.com
Professional Service
Canada 1 Property Pages TM
Karen Thompson
#3-1482 Springfield Road, Kelowna,BC
V1Y 5V3
T. 250-448-8877
F. 250-448-8824
karen@c1pp.com
www.c1pp.com
Okanagan College
Randy Werger
1000 K.L.O. Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 4X8
T. 250-862-5494
F. 250-862-5469
rwerger@okanagan.bc.ca
www.okanagan.bc.ca
Pushor Mitchell LLP
Brad Cronquist
301-1665 Ellis Street,Kelowna BC
V1Y 2B3
T. 250-869-1150
cronquist@pushormitchell.com
www.pushormitchell.com
ROV Consulting
Richard Visscher, P.Eng.
726 Denali Drive, Kelowna BC
V1V 2P5
T. 250-860-0412
F. 250-860-0443
richard@rovconsulting.ca
www.rovconsulting.ca
Sage Management
Steven Gutsche
PO Box 703 Radium Hot Springs BC,
V0A 1M0
T. 250-341-1965
F. 250-347-6429
guts64@telus.net
Stratum Management BC Ltd.
SteveGutsche
PO Box 1077,Invermere, BC
V0A 1K0
T. 250-341-1965
F. 250-347-6429
steve@stratumdevelopments.com
www.stratumdevelopments.com
Sun Valley Window Cleaners Ent.
Martin McDermott
PO Box 21007 Kelowna BC.
V1Y 9N8
T. 250-868-7341
sunvalleywindows@shaw.ca
www.sunvalleywindowcleaner.com
SW Audio and Visual
Cal McCarthy
1250 Ellis Street,Kelowna BC
V1Y1Z4
T. 250-868-3333
F. 250-868-3331
bsmith@sw-online.com
www.sw-online.com
Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation

Paul Fabri
103-1708 Dolphin Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9S4
T. 250-712-4334
F. 250-712-4322
pfabri@cmhc.ca
www.cmhc.ca
Home Design/ Dcor Specialists
Bellamy Homes
Les Bellamy
22013 Capri PO, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9N9
T. 250-470-2429
www.bellamyhomes.ca
Callidus Construction
Sue Matic
4592 Hayes Road, Kelowna, BC
T. 250-764-6434
F. 250-764-6435
sue@callidusconstruction.com
callidusconstruction.com
Clay Interiors
Len Trump
3218 Webber Road,Kelowna BCV4T1E9
T. 250-859-3242
ltrump@telus.net
www.clayinteriors.com
Thomas Scott Signcraft

Steve Ross
#3-817 Finns Road, Kelowna BC
V1X 5B8
T. 250-491-8600
F. 250-491-8601
steve@signcraft.ca
www.signcraft.ca
Dannburg Interiors
Norma Schmidt & Gary Munt
340 Spedding Court, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 7K9
T. 250-862-5277
F. 250-762-6287
norma@dannburginteriors.com
www.dannburginteriors.com
Winmar Kelowna
Stewart Walker
1015 Crowley Ave., Kelowna BC
V1Y9R6
T. 250-862-3500
F. 250-860-5247
stewartwalker@winmar.ca
www.winmar.ca
Hampton Landscaping/Concrete/Pools
Tim Valeriote
#201 - 9 - 3151 Lakeshore Rd., Kelowna, BC
V1W 2S9
T. 250-860-3196
F. 250-860-3335
tim@hamptonliving.ca
www.hamptonliving.ca
Government Offices
Harmony Homes
Mick Webb
201-833 Finns Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 5B8
T. 250-765-5191
F. 250-765-6013
harmonyhomes@shaw.ca
www.harmonyhomes.net
BC Housing
Peter Chau
290 Nanaimo Ave., West, Penticton, BC
V2A 1N5
T. 250-487-2521
F. 250-492-1080
pchau@bchousing.org
www.bchousing.org
City of Kelowna
Mo Bayat - Building Inspections Manager
1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1J4
T. 250-469-8630
F. 250-862-3314
mbayat@kelowna.ca
www.kelowna.ca
Homeowner Protection Office
Bob Maling
Box 11132 - 2207 1055 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
V6E 3P3
T. 250-646-7067 or 1-800-407-7757
F. 250-646-7051
bmaling@hpo.bc.ca
www.hpo.bc.ca
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Michelle Smith
1780 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 5V6
T. 250-762-8440
T. 250-762-8229
michelle@michellesmithdesign.com
michellesmithdesign.com
Mullins Drafting and Design, Inc.
Lee Mullins & Lani Hoff
1964 Dayton Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 7W6
T. 250-717-3415
F. 250-717-3421
mullinsdrafting@shaw.ca
www.mullinshomedesigns.ca
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Nesbitt Originals
Paul & Jan Nesbitt
V1Y 2E4
T. 250-762-3337
F. 250-762-3090
originals@shaw.ca
Homes and Land Thompson Okanagan

Suzan Hardy
Unit 483 #9-3151,Lakeshore Road,
Kelowna BC
V1W3S9
T. 250-860-6225
F. 250-860-6235
admin@homesandlandbc.com
www.homesandland.com
Distinctive Developments Ltd.

Terry Heinrich
Suite # 333 -101-1865 Dilworth Drive,
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9T1
T. 250-491-1171
F. 250-491-8606
distinctivedevelopments@shaw.ca
www.Distinctivedevelopments.com
Maclean Group Marketing

Sara Lange
Unit #302 1353 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1Z9
T. 250-762-8777
F. 250-762-7999
info@macleangroup.com
macleangroup.com
Dutch Construction (1988) Ltd.

Bill Bouwsema
2377 Silver Place
Kelowna, BC
V1V 1N9
T. 250-317-3636
F. 250-860-0658
Swim Pond Landscape Design Inc.

Markus Winkler
965 Bartholomew Ct.
Kelowna BC
V1W 4N2
T. 250-764-9102
F. 250-764-9106
info@swimpond.com
www.swimpond.com
Insurance / Accounting
Capri Insurance Services Ltd.
Robert Fiume
100-1500 Hardy Place, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 8H2
T. 250-860-2426
F. 250-860-1213
rfiume@capri.ca
www.capri.ca
Grant Thornton Chartered Accountants
Chris Warburton, CA
200-1633 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2A8
T. 250-712-6800
F. 250-712-6850
cwarburton@grantthornton.ca
www.GrantThornton.ca
The Co-operators, Solve Insurance
Sevices Inc.
Dennis MacLeod
120-1640 Leckie Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7C6
T. 250-861-3777
F. 250-861-3715
dennis_macleod@cooperators.ca
cooperator.ca
Wilson M. Beck Insurance (Kelowna) Inc.
Brett Innis
105-1950 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 8J8
T. 250-763-3840
F. 250-762-9633
binnis@wmbeck.com
www.wmbeck.com
Media / Marketing
Madhouse Creative Inc.

Tammy Moore
#207-1353 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1Z9
T. 250-860-8651
F. 250-860-0780
tammy@madhousecreative.com
www.madhousecreative.com
Okanagan Valley Newspaper Group,
The (The Daily Courier)
Terry Armstrong
550 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 7V1
T. 250-470-0721
F. 250-762-0258
terry.armstrong@ok.bc.ca
www.kelownadailycourier.ca
Think Marketing Inc.
Dave Cartwright
Suite 140-1060 Manhattan Drive, Kelowna,
BC
V1Y 9X9
T. 250-979-1570 ext 231
F. 250-979-1571
dave@thinkpad.com
www.thinkmarketing.net
Renovators
Chriscan.com Enterprises Ltd.
Len Suchocki
4201 Spiers Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 4B5
T. 250-712-1324
F. 250-712-0940
Chriscan@shaw.ca
www.chriscan.com
Fawdry Homes
Glenn Fawdry, RHP
1362 Clear Pond Court, Kelowna, BC
V1V 2X6
T. 250-862-8630
F. 250-862-8631
glenn@fawdryhomes.ca
Gord Turner Renovations Ltd.
Gord Turner
#1-3304 Appaloosa Road, Kelowna BC
V1V 2W5
T. 250-469-9379
F. 250-765-1106
shelley@gtrenovations.com
www.gtrenovations.com
Keith Dahlen Construction Ltd.
Ken Dahlen
8205 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC
V1B 2L9
T. 250-545-1300
F. 250-545-1380
keith.construction@shaw.ca
www.keithconstruction.ca
Wilson and Company Ltd.
James Wilson
814 Hubbard Road, Kelowna, BC
V1W 1N4
T. 250-869-7125
F. 250-764-9889
wilsoncustombuilders@telus.net
Suppliers
AcuTruss Industries Ltd.
Barry Schick & Rob Voros
2003 43rd Street, Vernon, BC
V1T 6K7
T. 250-545-3215
F. 250-542-6370
rvoros@acutruss.com
www.acutruss.com
All Weather Windows
Jason Sutton
#121 - 190 Mills Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 4G7
T. 250-860-5666
F. 250-860-5166
jsutton@allweatherwindows.com
www.allweatherwindows.com
Broadleaf Logistics
Mark Curran
1165 Gordon Drive Kelowna, BC.
V1Y 3E5
T. 250-801-6946
F. 250-860-4450
mark.curran@broadleaflogistics.com
www.broadleaflogistics.com
Burnco Rock Products (BC) Ltd.

Dave Tesarski & Dean Biglow
2659 Auburn Road, Kelowna, B.C.
V1Z 3H7
T. 250-769-7865
F. 250-769-5223
dean.biglow@burnco.com
www.burnco.com
Coast Wholesale Appliances LP
Rob Siddon
101-2600 Acland Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7J3
T. 250-765-2421
F. 250-765-3007
rsiddon@coastappliances.com
www.coastappliances.com
Cultured Stone
Kim Kotowsky
27524-51A Avenue,Langley,BC
V4W 4A9
T. 250-864-8110
F. 250-763-0925
k.kotowsky@canadianstone.com
www.culturedstone.com
Designing with Light Supply
Mike Bentien / Rob Bentien
45 - 4075 McClain Road Kelowna, BC V1X
4R4
T. (250) 862-3671
F. (250) 862-3671
designingwithlight@shaw.ca
www.designingwithlight.ca
Enviro Choice Sewage Treatment Solutions
Shane Warawa
160 Dougall Road South, Kelowna, BC
V1X 3J4
T. 250-765-8265 - 1-866-765-8265
F. 250-491-9652
shane@envirochoice.ca
www.enviro-choice.net
Euroline Windows Inc.
Jim Stephenson
V1Y 5V6
T. 250-448-8484
F. 250-448-8485
euroline@telus.net
www.euroline-windows.com
Falcon Deck and Rail Ltd.
TJ Papp
747 Fitzpatrick Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 5E2
T. 250-863-9617
F. 250-765-2414
tjpapp@falconrail.com
www.falconrail.ca
Dave Richert
1872 Spall Road, Kelowna, BC,
V1Y 4R1
T. 250-868-9006 or 1-800-367-9520
F. 250-868-9020
drichert@gienow.com / kgrobowsky@
gienow.com
www.gienow.com
Home Hardware Building Centre
Gary Welder
V1Y 5V4
T. 250-868-9040
F. 250-868-8962
contractsales@kelownahhbc.com
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Iko IndustriesLtd.
Vincent Carrier-Sales Representative
1600-42nd Ave. S.E., Calgary AB,
T2G 5B5
T. 250-212-7742
TF. 888-266-1769
vince.carrier@iko.com
www.iko.com
Kitchenhaus Cabinets Ltd.

Brooke Nicholas/Jason Coroy
106 140 Commercial Dr Kelowna BC
V1X 7X6
T. 250-491-5665
F. 250-491-5654
brooken@kitchenhauscabinets.com
www.kitchenhauscabinets.com
Pure Granite Rocks

Clark Omand
4605B 23rd Street, Vernon BC
V1T 4K7
T. 250-558-3773
F. 250-558-3722
clark@puregraniterocks.com
www.puregranitrocks.com
The CAT Rental Store

Patrick Driscoll & Scott Stannard
1822 Spall Road, Kelowna, B.C
V1Y 4R7
T. 250-860-3510
F. 250-860-2928
pdriscoll@catrents.ca
www.catrents.ca
Imagine Countertops
Ron Heck/Frank Flynn
675 Willow Park Road, Kelowna BC
V1X 5H9
T. 250-765-1677
F. 250-765-1877
brigitte.k@imaginecountertops.ca
www.imaginecountertops.ca
Mara Lumber
Lou Gauthier
470 Hwy 33 West, Kelowna BC
V1X 1Y3
T. 250-765-2963
F. 250-765-2582
lou@maralumber.ca
www.maralumber.ca
Rise and Run Manufacturing Inc.

Brian Wall
22-364 Lougheed Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7R8
T. 250-765-1601
F. 250-765-1665
kmacdonald@riseandrun.com/
bwall@troikadevelopments.com
K2Stone (Kelowna) Inc.

Darren Kroeker
1-1610 Innovation Drive, Kelowna,BC
V1V 2Y5
TF. 866-323-3035
darren@k2stone.ca
www.k2stone.ca
Norelco Cabinets
Peter Raja - Owner/General Manager
205 Adams Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7R1
T. 250-765-2121
F. 250-765-1540
sales@norelcocabinets.ca
www.norelcocabinets.ca
Robinson Lighting Centre

Mike Bentien
#4-1495 Dilworth Drive, Kelowna, BC,
V1Y 9N5
T. 250-860-9626
F. 250-860-0839
mbentien@robinsonlighting.com
The Ensuite Bath and Kitchen Showroom (Div. of EMCO Corp.)

Laura Taylor, Showroom Manager.
1950 Windsor Road, Unit 1, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 4R5
T. 250-448-8224
F. 250-448-8227
lataylor@emcoltd.com]
www.theensuite.com
Kaycan Ltd.
Sally Ginter, Branch Manager
450 lougheed Road, Kelowna BC
V1X 7R8
T. 250-575-2752
F. 250-765-9130
sally16@kaycan.com
www.kaycan.com
OK Builders SupplyLtd.
Pat Kunz
925 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1Y9
T. 250-762-3206
F. 250-762-3877
okbuilders@shawcable.com
Rona Home & Garden

Bill Roper & Chris Robertson
V1Y 5V5
T. 250-979-3089
F. 250-979-2757
bill.roper@rona.ca
www.rona.ca
Kelowna Carpet One Floor and Home

Vince Healy
1788 Baron Road, Kelowna BC
V1X 7G9
T. 250-762-5312
F. 250-762-5314
vhealy@kelownacarpetone.com
www.kelownacarpetone.com
Okanagan Hardwood Flooring Co. Ltd.

Steve Everitt
464 Adams Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7S1
T. 250-765-2610
F. 250-765-8002
info@okanaganhardwoodfloors.com
www.okanaganhardwoodfloors.com
Steel-Craft Door Products Ltd.

Henry Howe
#200-144 Cambro Road, Kelowna BC
V1X 7T3
T. 250-765-4765
F. 250-765-3747
h.howe@steel-craft.ca
www.steel-craft.ca
Kelowna Ready Mix

Harvey Beselt
1131 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 1Z5
T. 250-762-2211
F. 250-862-8227
krm@uniserve.com
Phantom Screens
Levon Symonds
107-1889 Springfield Road,Kelowna BC
V1Y5V5
T. 250-762-7592
F. 250-762-7591
bc_sales@phantomscreens.com
www.phantomscreens.com
Sundeck Centre
Bryan Hughes & Justin Reynolds
9570 Bottom Wood Lake Road,Lake
Country BC
V4V 1S7
T. 250-766-7320
F. 250-766-7322
bhughes@sundeckcentre.com
www.sundeckcentre.com
kit.biz
Catherine ONeill
#102-1561 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 5Y7
T. 250-712-1004
F. 250-712-1074
coneill@kitbiz.ca
www.kitbiz.ca
Plasti Fab
Rob Kaczur
600 Chester Road, Delta, BC
V3M 5Y3
T. 604-526-2771
F. 604-540-0608
rkaczur@plastifab.com
plastifab.com
The Brick (Commercial Sales Division)

Tom St. George, R. J. Gould
100-948 McCurdy Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 2P7
T. 250-765-2291
F. 250-765-3412
rgould@thebrick.com
www.thebrick.com
Trail Appliances
Trevor Love & Jo-Ann Frohlick
2637 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7Y6
T. 250-862-3838
F. 250-862-3433
kelonasales@trailappliances.com
www.trailappliances.com
Westeck Windows MFG. Inc.
Larry Peacy
8104 Evans Parkway, Chilliwack BC
V2R5R8
T.604-792-6714
F. 604-792-6714
sales@westeckwindows.com
www.westeckwindows.com
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Westwood Fine Cabinetry Inc.
Kelly Kennedy - Business Development
Manager
2140 Leckie Place Kelowna BC
V1Y 7W7
T. 250-860-3900
F. 250-860-3580
kellyk@westwoodfinecabinetry.com
www.westwoodfinecabinetrry.com
Wolseley Kitchen & Bath Classics
Hayley Mepham & Norm Schwab
2288 Hunter Road, Kelowna, B.C.
V1X 7H5
T. 250-860-4366
F. 250-860-5227
hayley.mepham@wolseleyinc.ca
www.wolseleyinc.ca
Trade Contractors
Edmaro Cabete
#304-1495 Graham St, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 3B2
T. 250-864-0761
F. 250-493-7321
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Ian Gorst
1-1979 Bredin Road, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 8T2
T. 250-860-8678
F. 250-860-2737
ian@bathfitterbc.com
www.bathfitter.com
Empire Drywall Ltd.

Sharon Lafreniere
#1,1595 Innovation Drive,Kelowna BC
V1V 2Y8
T. 250--451-0900
F. 250-451-0901
simon@empiredrywall.ca
www.empiredrywall.ca
Beyond Audio Inc.

Mike Ohman
784 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 6P5
T. 250-860-9929
F. 250-860-7078
info@beyondaudio.com
www.beyondaudio.com
GeoTility Geothermal Installations

Corp.
Barry Milner
#200 1649 Cary Road,Kelowna BC
V1X 2C1
T. 250-762-5776
F. 250-762-0206
bmilner@geotility.ca
www.geotility.ca
CDN Roof Doctor Ltd.

Howard Pfefferle / Ken Langton
#3-715 Evans Court, Kelowna BC
V1X 6G4
T. 250-765-3013
F. 250-765-3019
info@roofdoctor.ca
www.roofdoctor.ca
CertaPro Painters
Jason McMurray
969 Borden Avenue, Kelowna, BC
V1Y6A5
T. 250-868-5126
F. 250-868-5127
jmcmurray@certapro.com
www.certapro.com
Glass Canada Inc.

Debra Dotschkat
F1-1810 Kyle Court,West Kelowna BC
V1Z3Z4
T. 250-454-9923
F. 250-454-9927
glasscanada@shawbiz.ca
Hi-Test Exteriors Ltd.
Jason Gagnon-owner
P.O. Box 21178 Orchard Park, Kelowna BC
V1V9N8
T. 250-808-8859
F. 778-436-8491
j_gagnon73@hotmail.com
Clay Interiors
Len Trump
3218 Webber Road,Kelowna BC
V4T1E9
T. 250-859-3242
ltrump@telus.net
www.clayinteriors.com
K-Town Contracting
Jason Hatter
1383 Dilworth Cres, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 4M6
T. 250-215-4656
F. 250-763-7479
ktowncontracting@gmail.com
www.ktowncontracting.com
Conroy Exteriors Ltd.

Richard Tremblay
215 Adams Road,Kelowna BC
V1X 7R1
T. 250-765-9324
F. 250-765-9753
info@conroyexteriors.com
www.conroyexteriors.com
Kilo-Womp Electric Ltd.

Keith Wemp
#2-1905 Evergreen Court, Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9L4
T. 250-861-3939
F. 250-861-4793
keithwemp@shawlink.ca
Crystal Classic Exteriors Inc.

Dan Poznikoff
3902 Jean Road,Kelowna BC
V1W4C9
T. 250-861-5988
F. 250-861-5988
crystalclassic@shaw.ca
www.crystalclassic.ca
Discovery Glass and Aluminum
Gary Alton
310-2076 Enterprise Way, Kelowna BC
V1Y6H7
T. 250-826-4405
F. 250-862-8386
discoveryglass@shaw.ca
web.mac.com/discovery_glass
Eco Thermal Energy
Billy Medwid
2004 Main Street,Penticton BC
V2A 5H4
T. 250-575-7092
F. 250-770-2283
billy@ecothermalenergy.ca
ecothermalenergy.ca
Leask & Company (478156 BC Ltd.)

Kevin Gowing
#8-1385 Stevens Road
Kelowna BC
V1Z 2S9
T. 250-769-8010
F. 250-769-8012
leaskco@shaw.ca
Loney Plumbing
Richard Loney
2227 Quail Run Drive,Kelowna BC
V1V 2S4
T. 250-470-0108
F. 250-491-0168
loneyplumbing@shaw.ca
Noremac Industries Ltd. (Kelowna)
Scott Bertolozzi - Operations Manager
6516-68th Ave. Edmonton AB.
T6B 3M3
T. 250-763-2567
F. 250-766-0197
scottbertolozzi@shaw.ca
www.noremacind.com
Starwatch Audio Video
Peter Tischler
1-1698 Cary Road, Kelowna BC
V1T2B9
T. 250-717-0022
F. 250-717-1113
peter@starwatchav.com
www.starwatch.com
Sundeck Centre
Bryan Hughes & Justin Reynolds
9570 Bottom Wood Lake Road,Lake
Country
V4V1S7
T. 250-766-7320
F. 250-766-7322
bhughes@sundeckcentre.com
www.sundeckcentre.com
Utility Companies
FortisBC Inc.
Kim Jones
#100 - 1975 Springfield Road, Kelowna
BC.
V1Y 7V7
T. 250-717-0808
TF. 866-530-2966
kim.jones@fortisbc.com
www.fortisbc.com
Shaw Cablesystems GP
Marc Reinhart
2350 Hunter Road, Kelowna, BC
V1X 7H6
T. 250-712-2345
F. 250-712-2310
marc.reinhart@sjrb.ca
www.shaw.ca
Terasen Gas
Brent Hunt
V1Y 7V7
T. 250-868-4522
F. 250-868-4545
brent.hunt@terasengas.com
www.terasengas.com
Apchin Design Corp

Denis Apchin
1767 Spruceview Court Kelowna, BC
V1V 2N
Tel: (250) 862-2078
Fax: (250) 868-3489
Denis@Apchin.com
http://www.apchin.com
550 C West Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y4Z4
Tel: (250) 878-4313/250-448-7801
Fax: (250) 448-7802
matt@distinctsolutions.ca /
grace@distinctsolutions.ca
http://www.distinctsolutions.ca
Bellamy Homes
Les Bellamy
22013 Capri PO, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9N9
Tel: (250) 470-2429
www.bellamyhomes.ca
Nesbitt Originals
Paul & Jan Nesbitt
V1Y 2E4
Tel: (250) 762-3337
Fax: (250) 762-3090
originals@shaw.ca
Warranty Companies
Lombard Canada Ltd.
Sandy Ewen
Suite 505 - Two Bentall Centre, 555 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
V7 X 1M8
T. 604-622-4200
F. 604-622-4213
warranty@lombard.ca
www.lombard.ca
National Home Warranty Programs
Gord Houston
400-543 Granville Street, Vancouver BC
V1C 1X8
(888) 243-8807
(604) 408-1001
ghouston@nationalhomewarranty.com
www.nationalhomewarranty.com
Travelers Guarantee Company of
Canada
Marvin Friesen - Kelowna
Ed Tsumura - Vancouver
P.O. Box 11542, Suite 2500 - 650 West
Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
V6B 4N7
TF. 800-555-9431
F. 604-682-3096
mfriesen@travelersguarantee.com
www.travelersguarantee.com
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