DEREK VENTER ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
architecture | interiors | energy consulting
TarsemHaus, Squamish
Completed in 2020
Residential Design of the Year 2018
-District of Squamish Advisory Design Panel
Eight Passive House standard townhouse units in Squamish, BC. The units are designed to enhance and stimulate social interaction between residents whilst facilitating the outdoor lifestyle and culture of the area. The development situates all vehicular access to the site edges creating high-quality landscaped outdoor space in the centre of the site that is easily accessed from each townhome, promoting safe and inviting spaces for children to play and neighbours to meet.
Telemark Unit Renovation, Whistler
Completed in 2018
Complete interior retrofit of 4 bedroom townhouse.
Lot 39 - Bear Paw Trail, Rainbow, Whistler
Completed in 2017
Located in Whistler's newest neighbourhood with some of the best views in Whistler. The home design features several unique approaches to the typical Whistler design style.
This entertainment home boasts generous living, dining and kitchen spaces on the lower floor with large doors opening up to a bright exterior patio. A broad and comfortably proportioned staircase leads guests to the lower floor from top grade. Three large bedrooms with ensuites make up the core of this home’s private area on the second storey.
This home conveniently offers an optional office and/or media room as well as a suite for additional rental income. The suite, located above the garage, is completely disconnected from the main house ensuring zero sound transfer between the house and the suite. With the main house being only two stories, the views from the suite are exceptional.
Pasiuk House, Whistler
Completed in 2018
The Pasiuk residence is a single family home located in Whistler. The small single family lot features a two bedroom suite below the flood plane level to help contribute to Whistler Housing while creating outdoor living space through a full outdoor rooftop deck. The home features very high quality finishes and custom wood work by the homeowner. A truly custom home for a growing family.
Lot 40 - Bear Paw Trail, Rainbow, Whistler
Completed in 2016
This is a real entertainment home, with living, dining and kitchen on the main floor and large doors opening up to the bright deck.
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Indigo Villas, Whistler
Construction begins 2020
12-unit apartment buildings in the Rainbow Subdivision.
Advanced building components and systems along with a faithful application of natural and local materials are intended to create a healthy building and a responsible piece of architecture.
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Couloir C & D, Cheakamus Crossing, Whistler
Completed in 2017
From an architectural practice point of view, the Couloir brings an exciting range of characteristics to the table. Its environmental and community context allows for new opportunities in the use of materials and construction methods. DVAD’s aim is to achieve a home beyond expectations with function and comfortable spaces and a feeling of enduring quality over time.
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Rimrock Drive, Whistler
*2015 (concept design)
Renovation of a single-family home, 2,200 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms and a spacious living space. The living space on the main floor opens out to spectacular views of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.
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Couloir A & B, Cheakamus Crossing, Whistler
Completed in 2015
From an architectural practice point of view, the Couloir brings an exciting range of characteristics to the table. Its environmental and community context allows for new opportunities in the use of materials and construction methods. DVAD’s aim is to achieve a home beyond expectations with function and comfortable spaces and a feeling of enduring quality over time.
Coming in 2015/2016 - Click here for more information
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Woods Residence, Rainbow, Whistler
Completed in 2014
Affordable housing for Whistler Housing Authority
We have produced many successful non-market homes for the WHA in Whistler that demonstrate our ability to create attractive homes with a modest budget.
Duplexes, Rainbow Subdivision, Whistler
Completed in 2014
The Rainbow Duplexes are 6 non-market homes designed with a panelised wall and roof system for speed of construction. Notwithstanding a modest budget and restrictive lot sizes, the homes feature an abundance of natural light, generous floor to ceiling heights and outdoor space in the form of generous balcony space or a roof deck to get access to the inspiring views of Green Lake.
We believe that there are always opportunities for good design decisions to produce real benefits for homeowners, no matter the budget and we feel that the Rainbow Duplexes are an illustration of this.
Indigo Rancher, Rainbow, Whistler
*coming in 2016/2017
Lot 11 on Indigo Lane is the last home in this private cul-de-sac. A rancher, or single storey, 3500 square foot home, it offers a contemporary, carefully designed, open floor plan. Arranged on one level for flexibility and convenience, this 4 bedroom home meets the needs of family members of all ages. Generous amounts of daylight are brought right into the centre of the house, where the kitchen acts as the hub of family life.
Alta Lake Road, Whistler
Completed in 2013
(nominated for a Georgie Award for best custom home under $600,000)
Designed to fit a very tight lot by Alta Lake, with many challenging planning restrictions. A 2-3 bedroom, 2700 sq. ft., single-family home with a separate suite below the garage. The living space on the lower floor opens out to spectacular views of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains yet retains a subtle presence on the roadside behind. Constructed mainly from insulated, prefabricated wall and roof panels minimizes energy use and ensures a comfortable environment within.
Computer generated renderings with our interior design
Computer generated renderings with our interior design
House is in construction phase at the moment, check back soon for further progress
Computer generated renderings with our interior design
Wedgewoods #10, Whistler
*2011
A custom home designed with entertaining in mind is now in the middle of construction. Set on a huge private lot in the new Wedgewoods subdivision this house boasts magnificent views upon arrival. With large bedrooms all with ensuites, a roof deck and a huge chefs kitchen complete with touch faucets, a 60'' wide range and an incredible 8'x8' island.
This single family home is set for completion in 2013.
Sketch design of a proposed custom house for a current client
Sketch design of the proposed upper floor
Computer generated 3d model
Sketch design of a proposed custom house for a current client
Wedgewoods #3, Whistler
*2011
A proposed modern house for an existing young local family. Still in design phase this house boasts floor to ceiling glass walls around, open plan living, a 4 way fireplace, separate sleeping areas and huge sliding glass doors to take you outdoors.