--- title: "Sunshine Coast Home Design — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sunshine-coast-home-design-pfvwus-pf~1351251211 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1351251211.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Sunshine Coast Home Design" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6fe3d21902c033ed_6211-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "8098 Redrooffs Rd, Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia V0N 1Y1, Canada" latitude: 49.7855 longitude: -123.9245 phone: "(604) 740-4514" website: http://www.SunshineCoastHomeDesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 28 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 331 last_updated: 2026-08-20 --- # Sunshine Coast Home Design Original Houzz profile: [Sunshine Coast Home Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sunshine-coast-home-design-pfvwus-pf~1351251211) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Halfmoon Bay, BC - **Serves:** Bowen Island, Fishermans Cove, Gibsons, Granthams Landing, Halfmoon Bay, Hopkins Landing, Port Mellon, Remote Islands, Roberts Creek, The Sunshine Coast, Vancouver Island, Vancouver Lower Mainland, Worldwide - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (28 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2015–2025), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves Everyone has ideas and dreams about what they want their home to be but bringing that dream into reality is something quite different than having the dream in the first place. The extraordinary thing about Walter is that when the going gets rough he can guide you back to Never Never Land where gumdrop trees really do exist and he knows the landscaper who can plant them. Do you want green, lemon-lime or berry flavor? Best of all - he makes it fun and keeps you involved - from coloring elevations to making budget calls - which is really important during the course of construction when people's heads can actually explode from the pressure. A terrible way to go - just on the verge of moving in. Got an idea - head for the shop. The shop is a place where Santa's elves go for training. Nothing you can imagine is beyond Walter's ability to push it further, build it better and make it nicer. All in all Walter is one of the most gifted designers alive today - as the homes and the reviews can testify. Although you may be surprised at some of the decisions you make along the way to getting there - it will be fun - and you will end up with a home far beyond your wildest dreams! ### Services Provided - Custom Homes - Home Additions - Construction Drawings ### Areas Served - Bowen Island - Fishermans Cove - Gibsons - Granthams Landing - Halfmoon Bay - Hopkins Landing - Port Mellon - Remote Islands - Roberts Creek - The Sunshine Coast - Vancouver Island - Vancouver Lower Mainland - Worldwide ### Typical Job Cost CAD $2,000,000 - $5,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Sunshine Coast Home Design | | Address | 8098 Redrooffs Rd, Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia V0N 1Y1, Canada | | Phone | (604) 740-4514 | | Website | http://www.SunshineCoastHomeDesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 331 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Sunshine Coast Home Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sunshine-coast-home-design-pfvwus-pf~1351251211) - **Website:** http://www.SunshineCoastHomeDesign.com - **Phone:** (604) 740-4514 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Architectural Institute of British Columbia registered Architect - Best of Houzz Design 2015 - Best of Houzz Design 2016 - Best of Houzz Service 2016 - Best of Houzz Design 2017 - Best of Houzz Service 2017 - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2015–2025), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 28 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — carol, June 2024** > My best experience in house building/designing was working with Walter. I have a very “hands on” approach in the design process and Walter was so patient and understanding while we attained a level of compromise that rightfully leaned toward his volumes of knowledge and experience. I really appreciated his ability to rein me in with kindness and honesty while fully explaining his reasoning. We ended up with a fabulous design for our little waterfront lot that perfectly suited the look and feel I wanted. In addition our builder opined their praise for the level of detail on his drawings that is rarely seen today. Walter is a gem and I value the relationship we attained and couldn’t recommend him any higher. **Comment from Sunshine Coast Home Design:** > Thank you Carol for your kind words. I really enjoyed working with you and I am so happy that you love your new home. **★★★★ — karenjoslyn, Dec. 2016** > We were recommended to use Walter late last year > > Our property is a unique piece of land on the Sunshine Coast B C. He was able to view it on several occasions and came up with a design. Then the work started, Walter had to get to know us as we live overseas. We finally met face to face in May, for a very brief visit. > Then with phone calls and sharing computers we finalize our plans for our new home. It was wonderful over the months how he understood what we wanted. Now the fun begins. **★★★★★ — David and Deborah Couling, Dec. 2016** > Luckily, when we were "googling" architects on the Sunshine Coast, we came across Sunshine Coast Home Design. We called Walter Powell and he was very excited to meet with us to discuss our project. He gave us a gamut of possiblities of what we could do to renovate our lake front property. Together we came up with a plan that we are very happy with and it was in keeping with our vision. We love the new look of the upcoming transformation and are really looking forward to the finished product! Great job Walter and thank you! > > Also, he was very knowledgable about contractors and tradesmen in the area and we have secured the very best people to make our dreams come true. **★★★★★ — First Impression Photography, Dec. 2015** > As a professional Architectural and Interiors photographer for the past 8 years, I have photographed thousands of homes. Just last year I connected with Walter to photograph a few of the homes he has worked on. Let me tell you, they are some of the most incredible homes I've been in. > Walter has an obvious love for what he does, but he also gets to know his clients and what their wants and needs are. On each house we have photographed, he has told me in great detail about the custom features and finishes and special meanings behind certain features. It's important to him that local business' and artist are used, and being a local artist, I truly appreciate that! I highly recommend Walter, he's down to earth and fun to work with. **★★★★★ — Dave Coyle Antique Reproductions, Sept. 2015** > Walter Powell is a pleasure to work with. His designs are beautiful and he innately understands exactly what people have in mind. We had the pleasure of working with Walter for a magazine worthy beach home on Thormanby Island, building the kitchen and bathroom cabinetry to Walter's specs. Walter was always calm and professional and extremely easy to work with. It's very easy to highly recommend Walter…. he works hard and earns his accolades. **★★★★★ — darcyc3, Sept. 2015** > I have been working with Walter for four years and I have found him to be a fantastic architect. His attention to detail and customer service is second to none. He is a pleasure to work with and a great problem solver . I am happy to give Walter and Sunshine Coast Home Design my highest recommendation and encourage all to check them out. **★★★★★ — dmulli, Sept. 2015** > Working with Walter Powell has been one of the best experiences in my 25 years of working as a General Contractor. > > I have worked closely with Walter for over two years now on a large residential project of his. It is his exceptional ability to design, communicate, and connect, that really set him apart. Every aspect and stage of the project is highly important to him, including the many people that are involved in the construction process. He creates more than beautiful homes, he creates the positive environments and relationships required for a beautiful home to be realized. > > Doug Mulligan > Gray Construction **★★★★★ — Rize Stairs, Sept. 2015** > We have been collaborating with Walter on their stunning modern designs to create stairs that are truly one of a kind works of art. Our last project is no exception. On a seaside lot an expression of both cutting edge modern design and rustic charm was blended to create an open modern home with warm living space. The stairs are a design showpiece sure to be featured in design magazines. It was a great working with Walter and we look forward to our next project together. **★★★★★ — AT Home Construction Ltd., Sept. 2015** > AT Home Construction Ltd. > > We have just completed constructing our third Walter Powell designed project . Our experience with Walter is that of working within a smooth, well oiled team, each member quietly and competently doing what it takes to produce the best possible results. > > Walter obviously listens carefully to the client's hopes and dreams about the space they want to create and draws from a deep well of knowledge, experience and creativity to turn dreams into reality in his designs. And he is not attached to a particular "style". The emphasis is what suits the client's lifestyle and needs. > > From the point of view of a builder, we are most appreciative of the "hands on" experience Walter has accumulated over the decades. Not only does Walter design beautiful homes with exquisite features, all of the features have been carefully thought out so they actually works and functions the way intended. > > We have worked with many architects in our thirty years of building homes and found the following qualities extremely important; > •ability to listen; good communication skill, strong drawing skills > •excellent sense of design to turn your ideas into workable layouts > •excellent technical ability; a strong understanding of the building components > •excellent problem solving skills; there are always challenges > •ability to work as a team > •a good business sense, to keep control of the budget > •a passion for the work > > Walter has them all and more! **★★★★★ — Thomas Heating & Electric, Sept. 2015** > Great home with a excellent design and some interesting features, the project well managed from the beginning to the end. Great to be a part of it. **★★★★★ — chris\_gatt2, Sept. 2015** > I am a both a collegue of Walter Powell as well as a classmate and I have spent a lot of time with Walter in his neck of the woods on the Sunshine Coast of BC. Walter is a progressive thinker that knows teh architectural business and can provide a beautiful home for any type of client. He is both versatile and creative and can provide a beautiful living environment customized to your style and taste. **★★★★★ — tim\_bezeredi, Sept. 2015** > We retained Walter Powell as our architect to design our new home on Hotel Lake in Garden Bay. My wife and I were very impressed by Walter's expertise and experience and friendly manner. We were inexperienced with home design and anxious, but Walter made us feel immediately at ease. We couldn't be happier with the home that Walter designed for us and can highly recommend Walter without hesitation to others. We found Walter's fees to be reasonable and his invoices were fully detailed. In addition to Walter's expert architectural skill, Walter's local knowledge of the permitting and variance process proved invaluable in obtaining a variance to the zoning setback requirements without which it would have been difficult to build the beautiful home that Walter designed and which we are now thoroughly enjoying. ## Selected projects - [Allamanda Manor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/allamanda-manor-pj-vj~1451905) - Location: Sechelt, BC - Photos: 82 - Description: An hour from downtown Vancouver this oceanfront home on the Sunshine Coast of BC is a modern but eclectic mix of old world rustication and modern materials. The home is built with large columns and carved out spaces for daybeds, deep alcoves, sliding windows and doors and lots of space for entertaining. The modern structure is juxtaposed against old wide plank flooring, antique doors and old world shelving in the library. A pond surrounds the home with a waterfall and landscaping of ferns, water… - [Somethings Gotta Give Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/somethings-gotta-give-beach-house-pj-vj~652847) - Location: Gibsons, BC - Photos: 56 - Description: The owners wanted to capture the feeling and style of the house in the movie "Something's Gotta Give" starring Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson. The result is an elegant, craftsman style, vacation home sitting high on a bluff overlooking the Gulf Islands of British Columbia. - [ROBERTA'S COTTAGE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/roberta-s-cottage-pj-vj~5884826) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 39 - [Roberts Creek Modern Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/roberts-creek-modern-residence-pj-vj~409913) - Location: Roberts Creek, BC - Photos: 18 - Description: This project involved an extensive renovation to a property in Roberts Creek, BC including the main beach house, approximately one acre of grounds and a guest cottage. The project was designed by Architect Walter Powell with interior design by Terry Sparling and construction by WakeField Construction Inc. The project included the complete remodeling of the main house which started out as run down spanish style stucco home. Amazing but true what a renovation can do. - [Whale House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whale-house-pj-vj~410378) - Location: Halfmoon Bay, BC - Photos: 35 - Description: This home is located in Halfmoon Bay on The Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. The home gets its name from the view of a rock formation in the bay that resembles a whale. Designed by Architect Walter Powell and built by Wakefield Construction Inc., Whale House contains a master suite and three double guest rooms in the main house. There is also a large country kitchen, living room , dining room, sun room, media lounge, games room and office with large wrap-around deck and patio areas that offer… - [Orion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orion-pj-vj~1470959) - Location: Sechelt, BC - Photos: 39 - [BC Island Modern Getaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bc-island-modern-getaway-pj-vj~410510) - Location: Sunshine Coast, BC - Photos: 37 - Description: This beautiful family retreat sits peacefully at the water’s edge on an idyllic island along the Sunshine Coast. The off-the-grid island location presented some formidable construction challenges. Considering that all materials and crews had to be transported by boat and barge on a daily basis, the timely completion of this project in just four short months represents an amazing achievement for Architect Walter Powell and Wakefield Construction Inc. The home collects and stores water, runs on so… - [Selma Park Open Plan Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/selma-park-open-plan-modern-pj-vj~620725) - Location: Selma Park, BC - Photos: 41 - Description: This home was designed to block traffic noise from the nearby highway and provide ocean views from every room. The entry courtyard is enclosed by two wings which then unfold around the site. The minimalist central living area has a 30' wide by 8' high sliding glass door that opens to a deck, with views of the ocean, extending the entire length of the house. The home is built using glulam beams with corrugated metal siding and cement board on the exterior and radiant heated, polished concrete flo… - [Off-the-Grid Contemporary Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/off-the-grid-contemporary-retreat-pj-vj~620284) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - [Wood Bay Timber Frame Boathouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wood-bay-timber-frame-boathouse-pj-vj~409704) - Location: Sunshine Coast, BC - Photos: 31 - Description: This project includes the site planning and building design to create a family estate on a wooded nine acre property on The Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Designed by Architect Walter Powell, the property sits in the woods at the edge of a private bay facing north west. The first phase of the project was to create a small cottage with boat storage and dock. The 1200 square foot cottage has a master suite and guest room, open plan living room, dining and kitchen that open to a very large pat… - [Crystal Creek Traditional Cliffhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crystal-creek-traditional-cliffhouse-pj-vj~409875) - Location: Sunshine Coast, BC - Photos: 33 - Description: This home, designed by Architect Walter Powell and built by Crystal Creek Homes, is located on a narrow dog-leg shaped site with a steep dropoff to the ocean some 200 feet below. The owners wanted a modest street presence and ocean views from every room. The home features open plan kitchen, dining and living room with a large wood burning fireplace, an octagonal media and sitting room, master suite with private deck, private garden, family room, home office and three guest rooms. The living room… - [Secret Cove Nautical Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/secret-cove-nautical-home-pj-vj~409893) - Location: Sunshine Coast, BC - Photos: 24 - Description: This tranquil home, designed by Architect Walter Powell and built by AT Home Construction, includes a formal dining room, secret library, a scotch tasting room, a conservatory for orchids, master suite, guest suite, office, crafts room, gardens and decks. The entry foyer includes a waterfall and a stone compass inlaid in the floor. Every room in this home has an amazing view of the ocean - including the front entry. - [Sechelt Post and Beam Bay House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sechelt-post-and-beam-bay-house-pj-vj~409774) - Location: Sunshine Coast, BC - Photos: 41 - Description: This interesting home, designed by Archtiect Walter Powell and built by Wakefield Construction Inc., has a simple exterior and modest entry that opens to a spectacular interior space with a vaulted two storey view of the ocean. The upper level contains an office with panoramic western views and private deck, a crafts room and a guest suite that includes a master guest bedroom with private deck, ocean view and fireplace, guest bath and adjoining kids room with two upper bunks and two queen size l… - [Belize Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belize-beach-house-pj-vj~1385329) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 28 - Description: This beachfront home sits on the sand near the second largest reef in the world. It has a large wraparound deck for entertaining, an outdoor bar, plenty of covered spaces for relaxing, kitchen, dining and living areas plus 2 master suites with ensuite baths, an outdoor shower and swimming pool. This home is slated for completion in 2016. - [TRYST COTTAGE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tryst-cottage-pj-vj~5691687) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 23 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sunshine-coast-home-design-pfvwus-pf~1351251211) ## Ideabooks - [Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23125385/list/decks) — 53 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23102465/list/kitchens) — 20 ideas - [Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23106356/list/living-rooms) — 20 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23106520/list/bathrooms) — 18 ideas - [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23106170/list/bedrooms) — 22 ideas [See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/walterpowell) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the paint color ?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the paint color ? A: Hello Denise: The paint colour for the walls, ceiling, baseboards and trim is General Paint Fossil Dust CLW 1043W. The walls are eggshell, the trim and doors are semi-gloss and the ceilings are flat finish. This colour seems to be discontinued on the General Paint website however here is a link to a matching colour. https://www.myperfectcolor.com/paint/312057-general-paint-clw-1043w-fossil-dust I hope this helps with your project. All the best to you, Walter **Q: Love these pendants!** *(in Photo Questions)* These kitchen pendant lights are stunning— Can you share the source or brand? A: Hi: The pendants are Henry Industrial Hanging Lights in polished nickel with white shade. They are available in many places. Here is a link to a Canadian source: https://unionlighting.com/products/visual-comfort-signature-henry-pendant?variant=43084014583972&country=CA&currency=CAD&utm\_medium=product\_sync&utm\_source=google&utm\_content=sag\_organic&utm\_campaign=sag\_organic&utm\_source=google&utm\_medium=cpc&utm\_campaign=CAN-Standard\_Shopping\_Focus&gad\_source=1&gad\_campaignid=21922230464&gbraid=0AAAAABgWFussvrTDd9JcRA6A5XozFE9Xj&gclid=Cj0KCQjwrJTGBhCbARIsANFBfgvDkadN1\_MtQ2PlUkm2BdMFidrjlpLyvhTniiQADTpIJd2\_T-M921UaAjt8EALw\_wcB **Q: what is the paint color of the door and interior paint color?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the color of the door… wish I could find a red in the color of the bag in the foyer! A: Hello My apologies for taking so long to get back to you. The door colour is Blue Ground Number 210 from Farrow and Ball https://www.farrow-ball.com/en-us/paint-colours/blue-ground The interior walls are Fossil Dust CLW 1043W from General Paint **Q: I was wondering where you sourced the front door?** *(in Photo Questions)* I was wondering where you sourced the front door? A: My apologies for taking so long to get back to you. The door is from BC Door. http://www.bcdoor.com/CDetail.aspx?Col=Modern&Pat=475-S **Q: What colour paint did you use for cabinets and walls in kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)* lyoung59@gmail.com A: All the Interiors were done by Kelly Deck Design - she is fabulous :) https://kellydeck.com/ **Q: where can I find a wicker rolled arm chair like the one in the photo?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please tell me where I might find a rolled arm wicker/rattan/seagrass armchair & ottoman like the one in the photo? Can’t seem to find one like it anywhere. Thank you. A: This chair was part of the owners decor, I don't know where you can get one. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-20.*