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Living Room showcasing marble fireplace surround and metal bookcase with oversize black metal clad windows.

March 5, 2025

How Much Does a Home Renovation Cost in Vancouver in 2025?

Introduction When it comes to transforming your living space, one of the most pressing questions on every homeowner’s mind is, “How much does a home renovation cost in Vancouver?” In 2025, the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. With evolving market trends, innovative home designs, and the demand for customized renovations, understanding the Vancouver home renovating cost is […]

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West Vancouver New Home Construction

March 5, 2025

How Much Does a Custom Home Cost in Vancouver in 2025?

Introduction   At Smithwood Builders, we understand that embarking on a new construction project in Vancouver is as thrilling as it is challenging. The question “How much does a custom home cost in Vancouver?” isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s about turning your dream home into a reality. As local experts in Vancouver custom home […]

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April 16, 2024

Hassell/Griblin designed home lists for $2.4M in Lions Bay

Nick Laba covers the renowned residence crafted by architecture firm Hassell/Griblin Associates, currently available on the market. Additionally, in 2019, a garage and studio featuring a rooftop deck, envisioned by D’Arcy Jones Architects and constructed by Smithwood Builders Inc., were integrated into the property. Access the complete article here. https://www.nsnews.com/real-estate-news/hassellgriblin-designed-home-lists-for-24m-in-lions-bay-8583556

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August 1, 2023

Western Living Magazine

Alyssa Hirose intervies Act 2 and Synthesis Design on how they support women leaving domestic violence.  Jim Smith of Smithwood Builders jumps in to help the cause.  See full article below. Call for Donations: Synthesis Design Partners with Act 2 to Renovate Safe Shelter Spaces in Vancouver  

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July 16, 2023

Canadian Construction Journal

Paul Harris, for Canadian Construction Journal, talks to owner/operator, Jim Smith, of Smithwood Builders about Georgie wins! Click here to see online magazine.

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July 5, 2023

Custom Home Builder of the Year!

We are delighted to have won this year’s Custom Home Builder of the Year and Best New Small-Scale Home at the Havan Awards for Housing Excellence.  The eight nominations alone were enough to make us proud.  See the article below for a review of the evening’s event. North Shore News – Havan 2023

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April 6, 2021

Smithwood Builders announced winners at Georgie Awards!

We’re pleased to announce a great result in Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia’s 2020 Georgie Awards. We won in the category of ‘Best Single Family Kitchen over $150K’. Click here to see more of the winning house.

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June 22, 2020

We’re Havan Awards for Housing Excellence 2020 winners!

We’re pleased to announce that we’ve been awarded 2 Havan Awards for Housing Excellence in 2020! Working with Sarah Gallop Design, we won in the Best Kitchen Renovation over $125,000 category, and also the Best Renovation $700,000 to $1 million category. Click here to see more of the winning house.

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