Custom Design By John Gower: Selected Built Projects

A beautiful building site, a complex list of dwelling requirements, or a desire to create a lasting legacy - these are some of the instances where a truly unique home design is called for.

Our custom design process balances three fundamentals: a deep respect for the building site, a thorough understanding of our clients' needs and personal vision, and a principled yet imaginative design palette to create homes that fit their surroundings, fit their owners and delight the senses.

We’re pleased to share a selection of images and stories from the hundreds of custom homes and renovations we've designed. If you’d like to know what our clients have to say, please visit the Testimonials page.

John Gower provided the designs for a renovation to our 70 year old house. He designed a home that is energy efficient, durable, safe and beautiful. We cherish its simplicity, the connection it allows us to maintain with our community and the heritage feel that we were able to preserve. He made the process fun, thoughtful and productive. The sustainability of the design work that he provided will allow the house to be enjoyed for many more years.

Suzanne W.Comox, BC

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John has a unique ability to combine intricate elements of aesthetics, functional layout, resilience, and purpose into a progressive design package with minimal environmental impact both in construction and ongoing habitation. His designs are both mindful of the future and accommodating to his customers’ desires and lifestyle requirements. Such a complicated balance of considerations is not easy to achieve and John seems to do it time and time again. We have worked with John on several projects … Read more

Island Timber Frame (Builders)Cumberland, BC

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John was our house designer for a property on a steep site on the water. We wanted something modern and a bit unusual and he provided that. He was respectful of our needs and our wishes and designed a lovely and functional home. Working with him was a pleasure. He made several site visits and as well we met with him several times at his office. As well he took part in sourcing material that was hard to find. I would recommend him to anyone. We had no problems re deadlines or budget. The house wa… Read more

Kathryn W.Pender Harbour, BC

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John designed our lovely home in 2002. We opted for the full package (highly recommended), including interior design and ongoing support throughout the construction process. We can’t say enough about how pleased we are with our home. Every square foot serves a purpose with a harmonious integration into the landscape. John spent much time with us discussing how we spend our time in our home, taking the concept of custom home to a much higher level. We have referred two of our friends to John–ther… Read more

Crosbie & Helen W. Maple Bay, BC

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We spent the night here last night and we absolutely LOVE our place. It is just gorgeous! Every square inch of it is well thought out, beautiful, all the views; from lying in bed, from working, from cooking, all the window views, everything is just gorgeous. Thank you so much for your work. Thanks for your help with colour choices; it looks great! You’ve done a fantastic job, I hope this piece is the highlight of your portfolio, or one of the highlights and brings you lots of work. Its a … Read more

Sam R.Keats Island, BC

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Custom Design By John Gower: Selected Built Projects

Riverfront in Prince George

Waterfront Home North of Courtenay, BC

Modern high-bank waterfront home, Courtenay BC

Updated Character Home in Nelson, BC

Modern Country House in Prince George

Family Retreat in Sun Peaks, BC

Transformed Waterfront in Merville, BC

Comox, BC Modern

Waterfront Home, Cedar BC

Ocean View Hilltop Home, Nanaimo BC

Mountain Home, Revelstoke BC

Contemporary Craftsman, Victoria BC

‘Radio 7’ Townhomes, Nelson BC

Hillside Residence, Harrop BC

‘Greystoke Seven’, Victoria BC

Farmhouse Transformed, Fanny Bay BC

Waterfront Retreat, Buckley Bay BC

Contemporary Home, Tsawwassen BC

Unique Rural Residence, Procter BC

Hillside View Home, Maple Bay BC

Modern Craftsman, Maple Bay BC

Off-Grid on Orcas Island, WA

‘The Graine’ Townhomes, Nelson BC

‘Moondance Perch’, Pender Harbour BC

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