Tsawwassen, BC

Nestled in the Cedars

These homeowners – a professional couple with two young children – are community minded business owners who love supporting local businesses and trades. Their modern country farmhouse took about 12 months to complete.

About Project
About Project

Description

These homeowners – a professional couple with two young children – are community minded business owners who love supporting local businesses and trades. Their modern country farmhouse took about 12 months to complete.

Kemp worked with BÜRO47architecture for this project which was built to meet the requirements of Step Code 4 of the new building code. To achieve this Step Code, the home will use an ICF foundation, panelized performance walls and have energy efficient windows and mechanical systems.

Award Winning Project

This project – “Nestled in the Cedars” – was selected as a finalist in the 2023 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence in the category of Best Detached Custom Home 4,001 to 5,000 square feet.

It was also recognized as a 2023 HAVAN Awards Finalist in four categories and won the award for Best New Bathroom.

  • Best Custom Home: $2 Million – Under $3 Million
  • Best New Custom Kitchen: $200,000 And Over
  • Best New Bathroom – WINNER!
  • Best Non-Certified High-Performance Home: New Or Renovated

Learn more here.

Location:
Tsawwassen, BC
Square feet:
4.900
Project Type:
Custom Home

Project Highlights

  • an ICF foundation
  • underslab insulation
  • panelized performance walls
  • energy efficient windows and mechanical systems
  • 2 electric car charging stations
  • oversized pivot front door
  • use of natural light to decrease electricity used
  • Euro Style half round gutters
  • herringbone tile on main floor
  • custom steel and wood staircase
  • shiplap ceilings
  • child-size door in kids rooms
  • custom dog feeding area and dog wash station
Partners
Partners

It takes a team to meet the requirements of Step Code 4

Kemp worked with BÜRO47architecture for this project which was built to meet the requirements of Step Code 4 of the new building code. To achieve this Step Code, the home will use an ICF foundation, panelized performance walls and have energy efficient windows and mechanical systems.

BÜRO47 Architecture

Exclusive Floors

Sherwood Painting

Terrastone Corp

HB Roofing

Weatherguard Gutters

Delport Electric

McKim Mechanical

Exclusive Floors

Bolig Performance Framing

Open Windows

Jeff & Simon Ironworks Ltd.

Sofo Kitchens

Emco Plumbing & Heating – Richmond

Janis Nicolay Photography

As well as a number of smaller companies that installed appliances and completed other specialty finishes.

reviews

reviews

For us, it’s not just a project. It's personal.

"Everyone on the team was respectful, skilled, and Covid-safe. We especially appreciated Josh and Dave for their great communication and care throughout the process. Kemp did an excellent job, and we feel lucky they fit in our project. Thank you!"

Homeowners

"Kemp Construction managed our large renovation seamlessly — from a new kitchen and master suite to updated bathrooms and lighting. The work was high quality, finished ahead of schedule, and completed on budget. Highly recommended!"

homeowners

"After renovating our home, we added an outdoor kitchen with Kemp to complete our vision. It had to match the architecture and quality of the original renovation — and it does perfectly. We've enjoyed countless hours entertaining around this beautiful space!"

homeowners

"Kemp Construction managed our complete kitchen and bathroom rebuild with precision. The project stayed on schedule and within budget, and their attention to detail was outstanding. We’re very satisfied and highly recommend their services!"

homeowner

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