Armacan designs and builds custom homes, laneway homes, duplexes and major renovations across Greater Vancouver — with transparent pricing, energy-smart construction and craftsmanship we stand behind.
Building in Vancouver shouldn't feel risky or opaque. We structured Armacan to remove the two things clients fear most: surprise costs and split responsibility.
Architecture, engineering, permits and construction under one roof. No finger-pointing, no gaps between designer and builder.
Detailed line-item scopes and fixed-price contracts — the number you sign is the number you pay.
Every plan starts with your lot, your light and how you actually live — not a template.
Step Code-ready envelopes and efficient systems that lower your bills for decades — sustainability by default.
Trade partners we've vetted over years, and quality inspections at every critical stage of the build.
A dedicated project manager, weekly updates and a budget you can check at any time.
Five ways we help owners across Greater Vancouver unlock the full potential of their land and homes.
From first sketch to key handover — a home designed for your lot, your budget and the next fifty years.
Smart density, beautifully executed. Maximize your lot's value with duplexes, triplexes and small multifamily buildings.
Flexible living, lasting value — a mortgage helper, family suite or aging-in-place solution in your own backyard.
Transform with confidence. Reimagine your existing home without the guesswork — structure, envelope and finishes handled by one team.
Precision, schedule and finish for select commercial builds and tenant improvements across the region.
One accountable team — from concept to completion. Here is exactly what working with us looks like.
A free consultation and site review. We test your idea against zoning, budget and timeline — before you spend a dollar on design.
Architectural design, engineering and permit applications, coordinated by one team and priced as we draw.
A detailed, line-item scope and fixed-price contract. You'll know exactly what you're buying — and what you're not.
A dedicated project manager, vetted trades, weekly updates and quality inspections at every critical stage.
A deficiency-free walkthrough, full documentation and 2-5-10 warranty coverage. We're still here after the keys.
Get a free feasibility review — zoning, buildable options, budget range and timeline, explained in plain English.
A glimpse of the homes and spaces we've delivered across Greater Vancouver.
Armacan is a design–build firm based in Greater Vancouver. We exist because building here shouldn't feel risky or opaque. By keeping design, budgeting and construction under one roof, we give our clients something rare in this industry: certainty.
"Our mission is to deliver exceptional, sustainable homes through innovation, refined design and superior craftsmanship — and to make the process as rewarding as the result."
Armacan handled everything — design, permits, construction. The fixed price never moved, and the quality exceeded what we imagined. We'd build with them again tomorrow.
Weekly updates, a spotless site and zero surprises. They treated our budget like it was their own — and the craftsmanship speaks for itself.
From rezoning questions to final finishes, one team owned it all. On schedule, on budget, beautifully built.
Costs & BudgetingWhat a Custom Home Really CostsCost per square foot by finish level, where the money actually goes, and the five drivers that move your number most.
Permits & ZoningPermit Timelines, City by CityHow long approvals really take in six municipalities — and the preparation that reliably shortens them.
ProcessLot to Keys: the TimelineA realistic 24-month map of a custom build — and the two places schedules actually slip.Across Greater Vancouver — Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North and West Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster and Surrey. If you're nearby, ask: we take select projects further afield.
Typically 4–8 months for design and permits, then 10–14 months of construction, depending on scope and municipality. You'll get a realistic schedule at the feasibility stage — and weekly progress updates once we're on site.
Yes — we recommend fixed-price for most residential projects. Before you sign, we present a full line-item scope so you can see exactly what's included and compare confidently.
Yes. We manage development and building permits end-to-end, including laneway home and duplex approvals, and we advise on rezoning potential during feasibility.
Absolutely. We'll price and build from your existing drawings, or collaborate directly with your designer — whichever serves the project best.
New homes include 2-5-10 warranty coverage: two years on labour and materials, five on the building envelope, ten on structure. Renovations carry our workmanship warranty.
Milestone-based draws tied to completed work, laid out in your contract from day one — never large sums up front.
Nothing. Your first consultation and feasibility review are free, with no obligation — you'll leave with real answers either way.
Tell us about your lot, home or idea — we'll come back within one business day with next steps and an honest read on feasibility.
One studio for design, permits and construction. Custom homes, laneways, duplexes and renovations — delivered with fixed pricing and quiet confidence.
Design, permits, budget and build — coordinated by a single team, so nothing falls between the cracks.
From first sketch to key handover — a home designed for your lot, your budget and the next fifty years.
Maximize your lot's value with duplexes, triplexes and small multifamily — zoning to strata-ready finish.
A mortgage helper or family suite in your backyard — turnkey from permit to landscaping.
Reimagine your existing home without the guesswork — structure to finishes, one team.
Select commercial builds and tenant improvements — precision, schedule and finish.
We structured the studio to remove what people fear most about building: surprise costs and split responsibility.
Architecture, engineering, permits and construction under one roof — no finger-pointing, no gaps.
Line-item scopes and fixed-price contracts. The number you sign is the number you pay.
Every plan starts with your lot, your light and how you actually live — never a template.
Step Code-ready envelopes and efficient systems that keep bills low for decades.
Vetted trade partners and quality inspections at every critical stage of the build.
A dedicated project manager, weekly updates and a budget you can check anytime.
One accountable team from concept to completion — here's exactly how it works.
A consultation and site review — zoning, budget range and timeline, before you spend anything on design.
Architecture, engineering and permit applications — coordinated and priced as we draw.
A detailed line-item scope and fixed-price contract. You know exactly what you're buying.
Dedicated project manager, vetted trades, weekly updates and staged quality inspections.
Deficiency-free walkthrough, full documentation and 2-5-10 warranty. We're here after the keys.
A glimpse of homes and spaces delivered across Greater Vancouver.
Armacan is a design–build studio based in Greater Vancouver. By keeping design, budgeting and construction under one roof, we give our clients something rare in this industry: certainty. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, sustainable homes through innovation, refined design and superior craftsmanship — and to make the process as rewarding as the result.
“Armacan handled everything — design, permits, construction. The fixed price never moved, and the quality exceeded what we imagined.
★★★★★
“Weekly updates, a spotless site and zero surprises. They treated our budget like it was their own.
★★★★★
“From rezoning questions to final finishes, one team owned it all. On schedule, on budget, beautifully built.
★★★★★
Costs & BudgetingWhat a Custom Home Really CostsCost per square foot by finish level, where the money actually goes, and the five drivers that move your number most.Permits & ZoningPermit Timelines, City by CityHow long approvals really take in six municipalities — and the preparation that reliably shortens them.ProcessLot to Keys: the TimelineA realistic 24-month map of a custom build — and the two places schedules actually slip.Across Greater Vancouver — Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North and West Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster and Surrey. Nearby? Ask — we take select projects further afield.
Typically 4–8 months for design and permits, then 10–14 months of construction, depending on scope and municipality. You'll get a realistic schedule at feasibility.
We recommend fixed-price for most residential projects — with a full line-item scope before signing so you can compare confidently.
Yes — development and building permits end-to-end, including laneway and duplex approvals, plus rezoning advice during feasibility.
Absolutely. We'll price and build from your drawings, or collaborate directly with your designer.
New homes include 2-5-10 warranty coverage: two years labour and materials, five on the envelope, ten on structure. Renovations carry our workmanship warranty.
Milestone-based draws tied to completed work, laid out in your contract from day one — never large sums up front.
Nothing. Your first consultation and feasibility review are free, with no obligation — you'll leave with real answers either way.
Tell us about your lot, home or idea — we'll come back within one business day with next steps and an honest read on feasibility.
Get a free feasibility review — zoning, buildable options, budget range and timeline, in plain English.
Armacan takes your project from the first sketch to the final walkthrough — custom homes, laneways, multiplexes and renovations, with one accountable team and a price that holds.
Most building stress comes from split responsibility. We removed the split — one contract, one team, one number.
Architecture, permits and construction under a single contract — priced as it's drawn.
Line-item scope before you sign. The number you approve is the number we build to.
Step Code-ready envelopes and materials chosen for the next fifty years.
Vetted trades and staged inspections — backed by 2-5-10 home warranty.
A dedicated PM, photo reports every week, decisions surfaced early.
Your lot, your life, one accountable team — from feasibility to keys, fixed price.
From feasibility / 02Unlock your lot's full value under Vancouver's new zoning — approvals to strata-ready.
Smart density / 03Turnkey garden and laneway suites — rental income or room for family.
Turnkey builds / 04Structural additions and full-home transformations — priced after real investigation.
Transform / 05Select tenant improvements and light commercial — your opening date is our deadline.
On scheduleSite, zoning and budget-range review — real answers before you spend on design.
Architecture and engineering, priced as it's drawn. Approvals managed end-to-end.
A line-item contract you can read, compare and hold us to.
Vetted trades, weekly photo reports, staged quality inspections.
Deficiency-free walkthrough, documentation, 2-5-10 warranty.
Armacan built exactly what they promised, on the schedule they promised. The craftsmanship in the small details is something we notice every single day.
JTJohn ThompsonCustom Home Client, Vancouver★★★★★
We started Armacan because building in Vancouver shouldn't feel risky or opaque. Keeping design, budget, permits and construction under one roof lets us promise what others can't: one accountable team and a price that holds.
Costs & BudgetingWhat a Custom Home Really CostsCost per square foot by finish level, where the money actually goes, and the five drivers that move your number most.Permits & ZoningPermit Timelines, City by CityHow long approvals really take in six municipalities — and the preparation that reliably shortens them.ProcessLot to Keys: the TimelineA realistic 24-month map of a custom build — and the two places schedules actually slip.Nothing. Your first consultation and feasibility review are free, with no obligation — you'll leave with real answers about zoning, budget range and timeline either way.
Yes — development and building permits end-to-end, including laneway and multiplex approvals, plus rezoning strategy where it improves what your lot allows.
We recommend fixed-price for most residential projects, with a full line-item scope before you sign. Changes only happen through written change orders you approve first.
New homes include 2-5-10 coverage: two years on labour and materials, five on the building envelope, ten on structure. Renovations carry our workmanship warranty.
Bring us your lot, your house or your idea. You'll leave the first conversation with a realistic budget range and a clear next step — whether or not you build with us.
Armacan brings old-world craftsmanship to modern building — custom homes, heritage revivals, laneways and renovations, delivered by one accountable team with a price that holds.
Most building stress comes from split responsibility. We removed the split — one contract, one team, one number.
Architecture, permits and construction under a single contract — the design is priced as it's drawn.
Line-item scope before you sign. The number you approve is the number we build to.
Step Code-ready envelopes and materials chosen for the next fifty years, not the next open house.
Vetted trades and staged quality inspections — backed by 2-5-10 home warranty.
A dedicated project manager, photo reports every week, decisions surfaced before they cost money.
Character homes handled with care — modern performance without losing the soul of the original.
Site, zoning and budget-range review — real answers before you spend on design.
Architecture and engineering, priced as it's drawn. Approvals managed end-to-end.
A line-item contract you can read, compare and hold us to.
Vetted trades, weekly photo reports, staged quality inspections.
Deficiency-free walkthrough, documentation and 2-5-10 warranty.
“ ★★★★★Armacan built exactly what they promised, on the schedule they promised. The craftsmanship in the small details is something we notice every single day.
John Thompson — Custom Home Client, Vancouver
We started Armacan because building in Vancouver shouldn't feel risky or opaque. We keep architecture, budgeting, permits and construction under one roof — the way master builders always did — so we can promise something rare: one accountable team, a price that holds, and a home your family will pass down.
Costs & BudgetingWhat a Custom Home Really CostsCost per square foot by finish level, where the money actually goes, and the five drivers that move your number most.Permits & ZoningPermit Timelines, City by CityHow long approvals really take in six municipalities — and the preparation that reliably shortens them.ProcessLot to Keys: the TimelineA realistic 24-month map of a custom build — and the two places schedules actually slip.Nothing. Your first consultation and feasibility review are free, with no obligation — you'll leave with real answers about zoning, budget range and timeline either way.
Yes — development and building permits end-to-end, including laneway, multiplex and character-home approvals, plus rezoning strategy where it improves what your lot allows.
We recommend fixed-price for most residential projects, with a full line-item scope before you sign. Changes only happen through written change orders you approve first.
New homes include 2-5-10 coverage: two years on labour and materials, five on the building envelope, ten on structure. Renovations carry our workmanship warranty.
Bring us your lot, your house or your idea. You'll leave the first conversation with a realistic budget range and a clear next step — whether or not you build with us.
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Twenty-five centuries ago, Persian master builders raised halls that still stand. We build with the same creed — one accountable team, monumental craft, a price carved in stone. Custom homes, laneways, multiplexes and renovations across Greater Vancouver.
Most building stress comes from split responsibility. We removed the split — one contract, one team, one number.
Architecture, permits and construction under a single contract — the design is priced as it's drawn.
Line-item scope before you sign. The number you approve is the number we build to.
Step Code-ready envelopes and materials chosen for the next fifty years, not the next open house.
Vetted trades and staged quality inspections — backed by 2-5-10 home warranty.
A dedicated project manager, photo reports every week, decisions surfaced before they cost money.
Stone-age patience, modern building science — chosen to be handed down, not replaced.
Twenty-five centuries ago a Persian king pressed his promises into a clay cylinder for every nation to read. Ours are pressed into every contract — in writing, before a single stone moves.
A line-item fixed price before you sign — and changes only through written orders you approve first.
Weekly photo and budget reports from a dedicated project manager. Nothing hidden, nothing vague.
2-5-10 warranty on every new home — two years labour, five years envelope, ten years structure.
Like the stairway of Persepolis — broad, measured, impossible to stumble on.
Site, zoning and budget-range review — real answers before you spend on design.
Architecture and engineering, priced as it's drawn. Approvals managed end-to-end.
A line-item contract you can read, compare and hold us to.
Vetted trades, weekly photo reports, staged quality inspections.
Deficiency-free walkthrough, documentation and 2-5-10 warranty.
★★★★★“Armacan built exactly what they promised, on the schedule they promised. The craftsmanship in the small details is something we notice every single day.”
John Thompson — Custom Home Client, Vancouver
The builders of Persepolis answered to one master — for the plan, the stone, the schedule. We revived that creed in Vancouver: design, budget, permits and construction under one roof, promised at one price, delivered by people who sign their work.
Costs & BudgetingWhat a Custom Home Really CostsCost per square foot by finish level, where the money actually goes, and the five drivers that move your number most.Permits & ZoningPermit Timelines, City by CityHow long approvals really take in six municipalities — and the preparation that reliably shortens them.ProcessLot to Keys: the TimelineA realistic 24-month map of a custom build — and the two places schedules actually slip.Nothing. Your first consultation and feasibility review are free, with no obligation — you'll leave with real answers about zoning, budget range and timeline either way.
Yes — development and building permits end-to-end, including laneway and multiplex approvals, plus rezoning strategy where it improves what your lot allows.
We recommend fixed-price for most residential projects, with a full line-item scope before you sign. Changes only happen through written change orders you approve first.
New homes include 2-5-10 coverage: two years on labour and materials, five on the building envelope, ten on structure. Renovations carry our workmanship warranty.
Bring us your lot, your house or your idea. You'll leave the first conversation with a realistic budget range and a clear next step — whether or not you build with us.
Book a Free Consultation