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address: "3309 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 2M7, Canada"
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# ECOTECTURE

Original Houzz profile: [ECOTECTURE](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ecotecture-pfvwus-pf~1922159398)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Vernon, BC
- **Serves:** British Columbia, Coldstream, Kamloops, Kelowna, Lake Okanagan Residents, Lower Mainland, Okanagan, Silver Star Mountain, Vancouver, Vernon
- **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

At ECOTECTURE, we explore the boundless possibilities of design to achieve innovative environments that foster growth, sustainability, accessibility, health, wellness and contribute to their surrounding communities. 
We put people at the heart of our practice and buildings. The environments we create are a distinguished reflection of the collaboration between our clients and the wealth of knowledge and skills of our dynamic team of professionals. They echo our reputation for an unparalleled high level of service and quality.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- 3D Rendering
- Green Building
- Bathroom Design
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Drafting
- Project Management
- Site Preparation
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling
- Architecture
- Commercial Design
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Home
- Design Boards
- Design Drawings
- Education
- Elevations
- Finish Selections
- Finishes & Materials
- Furniture
- Health Care
- Interior Design
- LEED Design
- Lighting Selections
- Plumbing Selections
- Programming
- Recreation
- Residential
- Retail
- Virtual Staging
- Wayfinding

### Areas Served

- British Columbia
- Coldstream
- Kamloops
- Kelowna
- Lake Okanagan Residents
- Lower Mainland
- Okanagan
- Silver Star Mountain
- Vancouver
- Vernon

### Typical Job Cost

CAD 1 - CAD 10,000,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | ECOTECTURE |
| Address | 3309 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 2M7, Canada |
| Phone | (250) 542-8085 |
| Website | http://ecotecture.ca |
| License Number | B\#3462,V\#6218,J\#7317,D\#025259 |
| Followers on Houzz | 89 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ecotecture
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/ecotecture
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecotecture
- Blog — www.ecotecture.ca

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [ECOTECTURE](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ecotecture-pfvwus-pf~1922159398)
- **Website:** http://ecotecture.ca
- **Phone:** (250) 542-8085

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Certifications: AIBC, IDIBC, IDC, CaGBC.Awards:- 2014 Gold Tommie Award for Delta Grand Okanagan Hotel Renovation - 2015 Gold Tommie Award for Best Mixed Use Project- SOLE on St. Paul

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [Green Built Alliance](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/green-built-alliance-pfvwus-pf~881622133)
- [Interior Design Society](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/interior-design-society-pfvwus-pf~1829752925)
- [IDIBC - Interior Designer's Institute of BC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/idibc-interior-designer-s-institute-of-bc-pfvwus-pf~93416661)
- [Interior Designers of Canada (IDC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/interior-designers-of-canada-idc-pfvwus-pf~1259366538)
- [Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/canadian-home-builders-association-of-bc-pfvwus-pf~1545019909)
- [Interior Designers of Alberta](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/interior-designers-of-alberta-pfvwus-pf~1888888079)
- [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658)
- [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498)
- [Passive House Institute US](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/passive-house-institute-us-pfvwus-pf~1579791328)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Christina Tonkin, Jan. 2018**

> Dianne Easton from MQN did an excellent job on the interior design and set up for our new ski house at Silverstar over many months. We are based in Australia so all our decisions needed to be made via email. Everything is just perfect and we are very happy with the results. Dianne is extremely professional, with a great eye for detail. Very efficient and lovely to deal with. Christina & David Matheson

**★★★★★ — larrymiller38, Oct. 2016**

> Both Jennifer & Dianne were easy to work with, they listened and delivered what we needed . Our project is the first to be completed in over 240 stores in Canada to the new brand standards, so we all had to navigate not only that, but our contractor, inspectors, permits and city hall. Their advice was great! Good news is in a month we get to do it again and this is one aspect of the next job i do not have to worry about sourcing out!

**★★★★★ — megs57, Feb. 2016**

> Dora is great to work with! She really takes time to consider how the space will be used and how the work will flow before she starts to make recommendations. We were at a design standstill after beating it to death and Dora saw the whole thing in a completely new light and came up with some great ideas that we never would have thought of! She's also great about meeting after hours when needed. She is also incredibly tolerant as we often bring our toddler and baby with us to meetings. She always has something to keep them entertained. It has been and continues to be a pleasure working with her! I would hire her again, rather than spending so much time on my plans only to like hers better.

**★★★★★ — Kitchen Design Studio, Feb. 2016**

> We hired Dora Anderson with MQN in summer of 2015 for a new home construction for an enviromnentally sensitive client that lived out of province. Dora and the staff at MQN were a pleasure to work with. Communication and creativity was key in this project and she exceded out expectations. She was very receptive and easy to work with. Dora and the MQN team were always available to work with us and our client, very professional and key in helping us reach a final design in our tight timeline for this project.
> We are looking forward to working with Dora and MQN again on another project.

**★★★★★ — leslietonye, Nov. 2015**

> We recently completed a year long renovation of a log home, with the design changes being handled by MQN interiors.  We were very pleased with the following aspects of the project:
> \* The MQN team was all professional, friendly and brought some great ideas to the project
> \* MQN provided regular updates and were always willing to explore alternatives.
> \* The MQN team has access to many great suppliers of materials and ideas, which helped us reach a final design.
> \* MQN worked well with our building contractor, to balance ideas against practical considerations
> \* MQN agreed a budget and kept us well informed on spend against budget
> \* MQN made a decision early on to model in 3D which really helped with some of the more complex angles when we were making final design decisions
> \* Overall we were very pleased with the end result.

**★★★★ — linttellprojects, Nov. 2015**

> Becoming involved late in a project, we had an opportunity to redesign 6 similar units in the Sole on St. Paul project in Kelowna.  As MQN was already lead architect on the project, our goal was to customize and upgrade the existing units to a higher level of design, function and quality to the developer standard.
> They delivered with fresh ideas, great renderings and timely turn around that resulted in a very good finished product and result for ourselves.
> Well done!

## Selected projects

- [Mountain Solitude](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-solitude-pj-vj~3058309)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Mountain Ski Home
- [Amaroo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/amaroo-pj-vj~3124516)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Indoor Outdoor Lifestyle on Kalamalka Lake, BC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indoor-outdoor-lifestyle-on-kalamalka-lake-bc-pj-vj~726991)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: The objective of the renovation to this 1970′s lakeshore home was to use contemporary elements of design to create an ‘indoor/outdoor ‘lifestyle. An open concept floor plan maximizes views and was accomplished with the use of folding door panels. Continuity and the illusion of space were created with natural products and a neutral colour scheme that uses rich creams and warm coloured wood. Tucked away in the trees, this seasonal home is located on waterfront property on Kalamalka Lake in Vernon,…
- [Lakeside Residential Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeside-residential-retreat-pj-vj~1567412)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: This lakeside retreat nestled amongst a natural rock face captures stunning views in every direction. The windows of this home have been intentionally placed to optimize the beautiful landscape and frame specific views of the property. The interior of the residence boasts natural slate flooring throughout. This flooring choice thoughtfully ties in the natural rock surrounding the property. In contrast, warm coloured wood covers all of the ceilings to balance out the slate floors and provide a se…
- [Okanagan Lakeside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/okanagan-lakeside-residence-pj-vj~1567378)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 9
- [Sole on St Paul](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sole-on-st-paul-pj-vj~1420748)
  - Location: Kelowna, BC
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: The project name ‘Sole’ is a reference to the footprint of the building which is compact, efficient, and distinctly urban. The development highlights a compact, mixed use, attractive, and environmentally designed building which supports the developer’s business plan and makes the project financially viable and attainable for prospective owners. Located at the edge of downtown Kelowna, this structure contains four wood frame storeys resting upon a two storey concrete podium building. These storey…
- [Prairie Style Residential Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/prairie-style-residential-retreat-pj-vj~1567429)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: Fashioned in a prairie style reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright, this modern home is the seasonal summer residence for an active family of four. Nestled on the Okanagan lakeshore, the home borrows from its environment and uses natural materials, textures, and colours. All aspects of this residence are very thoughtful and well-chosen to emanate a unique but clean style with elegant lines. A few notable features of the home include: its two elevators making it handicap accessible; the unique mix of…
- [Stunning Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stunning-home-pj-vj~2085187)
  - Location: Sicamous, BC
  - Photos: 7
- [Southwind at Sarsons](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southwind-at-sarsons-pj-vj~1420817)
  - Location: Kelowna, BC
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: Southwind at Sarsons is a contemporary interpretation of South Western and Arts & Crafts style of Architecture. Large, Okanagan timber is used to accent the dramatic structure, while stone and concrete are used to ground the aesthetic. A simple colour palette found in nature further accentuates the rustic materials used in the facility. Southwind is named after the famed artist Dow Reid who created Kelowna’s sails sculpture. Reid’s personal studio was previously located on the site, Reid’s South…
- [Moderne Maison Du Lac](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/moderne-maison-du-lac-pj-vj~1567362)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: The modern renovation to this 1978 lake home captures the beauty of its outdoor surroundings and the character of its owners. The design borrows inspiration from the turquoise waters of Kalamalka Lake and the white washed wooden logs that wash up on the sandy beach out front of the home. Opening up the floor plan and adding decorative mirror wall features helps carry the stunning lake views throughout the home and make the rooms feel more spacious. Featuring a wine wall, outdoor kitchen, chef’s…
- [Rain Wellness & Supply Co.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rain-wellness-and-supply-co-pj-vj~899966)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 7
- [Modern Kalamalka Lakeview](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-kalamalka-lakeview-pj-vj~1567282)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: This residence commands stunning views of Kalamalka Lake from every room. This unconventional mix of structure from concrete, steel, and traditional stick frame allow for a unique opposing lean-to design. Each of the main wings of the home open up to the central outdoor entertainment area which features an outdoor kitchen, dining, and lounge area. This central area also includes a glass hot tub, an infinity pool with swim jets, and a sunken lounge bed. This home is perfect for entertaining with…
- [Peacock Sheridan Group & Impact Radio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peacock-sheridan-group-and-impact-radio-pj-vj~1567265)
  - Location: Kelowna, BC
  - Photos: 4
- [Commercial Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/commercial-projects-pj-vj~1546499)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Various commercial projects MQN Interiors has worked on.
- [Manor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manor-pj-vj~2087350)
  - Location: Vernon, BC
  - Photos: 5

[See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ecotecture-pfvwus-pf~1922159398)

## Ideabooks

- [Anderson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/128411783/list/anderson) — 40 ideas
- [Winery](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/128411928/list/winery) — 3 ideas
- [Silverstar Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/128644080/list/silverstar-residence) — 39 ideas

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ecotecture24)

## Community Q&A

**Q: I love the warm wood with the white walls. What's the wall paint?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi Monika, The wall colour we choose for this space is Benjamin Moore - Chantilly Lace/OC-65: As delicate and refined as the lace it was named after, this crisp, clean white evokes images of pure silk, soft linen and simpler times.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-20.*