2026 Architectural & Design Trends Creating Enduring Value

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As luxury general contractors, we know that true high-end construction is about crafting spaces that anticipate the future of living. As we move through 2026, the definition of luxury is shifting from overt displays of wealth to a deeper sense...

Behind the Luxury Series: Meet Marc Cammarasana, Project Manager – Kindred Custom Homes

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At Kindred Custom Homes, we always say that the distance between a stunning architectural blueprint and a finished luxury home is measured in the thousands of high-stakes decisions that the project teams have to make. In a world where world-class...

B.C. builders turn to tech amid labour crunch

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As labour shortages intensify across B.C.’s construction industry, builders are increasingly turning to technology to deliver housing faster and more efficiently. Tools like building information modelling (BIM), prefabrication, and autonomous welding are helping teams coordinate complex builds, reduce on-site timelines,...

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‘Megatrend in wellness’ is reshaping luxury design and amenities

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Luxury real estate is undergoing a major transformation as wellness becomes a defining expectation for millennial and Gen Z homeowners, driving the integration of spa-level amenities directly into the home. From infrared saunas and cold plunges to meditation pods, circadian...

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Behind the Luxury Series: Meet Alex Hobbs, Project Manager – Kindred Custom Homes

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Discovering His Calling For Alex, construction is the convergence of technical precision and creative problem-solving. His path to Kindred was unconventional, beginning in the analytical worlds of IT and engineering before he discovered his true passion in construction carpentry. After...

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Our Story: 45 Years of Building with Kindred

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1980s Our story began in 1980 in a small basement in Whistler, BC, led by our founders, Dick and Briony Reid. What started as a small project meant to renovate homes for friends & family quickly grew into something much...

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