WHAT TO EXPECT

WE DESIGN FOR YOU. We take a pragmatic and collaborative design approach that delivers elevated style and high quality, builder-friendly plans.

A gray stone and stucco house with a black roof, nestled among trees and a well-maintained lawn, showcases the artistry of custom home design. The partly cloudy sky adds to the serene ambiance.

Every single project and every single client matters to us.

We take the time to listen, understand, and help develop vision for your next project whether it be a renovation or custom home, whether it’s your first or one hundredth.

We acknowledge that this is one of your most valuable and important investments in your lifetime. Your new home is where you will spend significant time and money for years to come.

It is an honor that you are considering working with us and we don't take the responsibility of designing your home lightly. Keep reading to learn more of what it's like working with us and what attitudes, experiences, and outcomes you can expect from our design team.

Elevated Design and Style MAGAZINE WORTHY, TIMELESS AND RELEVANT HOMES

We blend our practical approach with a deep understanding of design principles. These principles guide us every step of the way and provide a solid foundation for our creativity to blossom and your personal style to truly flourish throughout the process.

  • Help cast vision based on what you want and come up with the best layout, flow, and use of space.
  • Create each design as a personal reflection of you and your personality.
  • Use an adaptable design approach so that you aren’t stuck in a box you don't like - we’ll help you develop and become confident in your true style along the way too.
  • Strive for form and function, creating homes that both look great and function properly.
  • Have a keen sense of what will resonate with you on both a practical and emotional level.
  • Offer thoughtful guidance when you find yourself at a design crossroads or uncertain about which direction to take.

The Ultimate Collaborative Experience RELIABLE AND RESPONSIVE PROFESSIONALS

Your active participation and input is an integral part of the process and truly allows the design to evolve into something great. This collaborative spirit ensures that the final design aligns perfectly with your expectations and lifestyle.

  • Remove the overwhelm by providing vision, ideas and excitement.
  • Prioritise understanding your desires, preferences, needs, and construction budget.
  • Strive for clarity in all communication so that there is no confusion.
  • Available to answer your questions in a timely manner.
  • Use a well developed design process to guide you through all the little details that others may miss.
  • Take tremendous care to get your project completed on time and on budget.

"They listened to the wants and needs for our dream house, and curated a perfect match for what we could only imagine."

Taylor Lodge

"They spent time asking us about our wishlist, and digging deeper into why certain things were important to us [and] came up with a design that far surpassed what we could have dreamed."

Rayel Bausenhaus
Front view of a gray Craftsman-style house, masterfully crafted by home designers, with a manicured lawn, vibrant flower beds, and a welcoming front porch featuring cozy chairs and elegant lighting.
A modern house, crafted by home designers, boasts large windows lit from within at dusk. The landscaped yard features a pond with a water feature in the foreground.

Attentive Visionaries APPROACHABLE YET CONFIDENT

We’ll cast a design vision based on your ideas that goes above and beyond the status quo. We have the ability to bring your ideas into one cohesive design and see the potential of any space. This forward-thinking mindset ensures that your home not only meets current needs but also anticipates future trends and functionalities.

  • Curate and gather your ideas, dreams, wants and needs so that you get the home that’s even better than what you dreamed of.
  • Set our own design agenda as the co-pilot to truly hear your ideas and needs.
  • Put you at ease - we’re relaxed, comfortable, and down to earth - while exploring some awesome design ideas.
  • Keep a you-centric focus throughout the design process.You'll never feel pressured into any design concept.

“The outcome captured all of the emotion and attributes we had hoped for, and more. The result is a showstopper!”

Todd Johnston

Very attentive, great service, and quick turn around … great and always available to help.”

Harleen Jagpal
A modern bedroom with a white and gray theme, featuring a bed, tufted bench, and large chandelier expertly crafted by home designers. Large windows provide natural light, while a potted plant adds greenery to this custom home design.

High Quality, Detailed Plans IT’S WHAT WE’RE FAMOUS FOR!

It’s no secret that at Willson Design we are known for producing the highest quality plans around, combining elegant designs with meticulous detail in all our drawings.

  • Come highly recommended by local builders for the best building plans out there - each set of plans is designed with the tradesperson in mind.
  • Work closely with the homeowner, the builder, and engineers to ensure that the final set of building plans are packed full of exceptional value.
  • Go the extra mile to problem solve with builders, building officials and consultants.
  • Receive positive feedback from city officials over the years on precision, details and accuracy.
  • Provide the most detailed plans to give builders a more accurate way to estimate the total cost of construction and eliminate unforeseen elements - saving you time and money down the road.

“... best drawings to work off of. Very accurate and lots of details. I have also heard from City officials that they also enjoy reviewing their plans as they don't leave anything out.”

Brian Van Roekel, BVI Quality Homes

“ … great to work with, responsive and very well detailed plans, easy to follow and comprehensive.”

Felipe Freig, Versa Homes

Know-it-Alls (In a Good Way!) EXPERIENCE WITH BYLAWS, BUILDING CODE AND CONSTRUCTION METHODS

We know how to navigate all the tricky bylaws and building codes so that you don’t get stuck between technical obstacles and red tape. Creativity and patience are critical factors to overcome what many other designers and builders may see as roadblocks.

  • Bring extensive experience in deciphering and implementing ALR requirements and municipal zoning for our clients' properties.
  • Possess a thorough comprehension of integrating ADU's, shops and barns into properties in a way that aligns with regulations and enhances overall value.
  • Engage in discussions with city officials and various consultants during the design and due diligence phases.
  • Use our knowledge of common building practices to help avoid expensive construction methods, in order to maxmize your construction budget.

“... seemingly innate ability to translate the design constraints of the City Bylaws to something truly creative, unique and functional for our family.”

Fred Tewfik

“supported our process through ALR and environmental considerations, engineering and permitting, making the entire engagement less stressful and very efficient.”

Todd Johnston

“We had a few hurdles to get through and they were very knowledgeable navigating that.”

Marlene Kielstra

DESIGN APPROACH IN ACTION Step Inside, Let’s Take a Tour!

Countless homeowners and builders have relied on our creative yet pragmatic approach to design to deliver on stunning homes throughout the Fraser Valley and beyond. The entire design experience is seamless and the finished result is beyond belief.

Committed to quality plans, style that 'wows', and a design experience that's smooth and enjoyable.

(NO PRESSURE, NO EGOS, JUST GOOD IDEAS)