East Kootenay Residential Design

East Kootenay is the perfect place for families, vacationers, and retirees who want a slower, more intentional pace of life. From Fernie’s mountain biking trails to Windermere’s beaches and the breathtaking Columbia Lake, it’s easy to feel at home here.

We bring that feeling into every home we design, creating spaces that reflect the way you want to live in East Kootenay.

Our Residential Design Process in East Kootenay, BC

Discover

This stage is integral to the residential design process. Through discussions and a design questionnaire, we’ll get to know your wants and needs for your new home. We can also recommend builders if you don’t already have one.

Design

Next, the design stage begins. Taking your preferences, lifestyle, and routines into account, we’ll create sketches and revise them as needed to ensure we’re headed in the right direction.

Develop

When you approve the sketches, the next step is for us to create detailed drawings using 3D modelling software. This will allow us to illustrate more aspects of your home, helping you visualize the interior and exterior, as well as the room flow and orientation.

Approve

Once you’re satisfied with your home design, we’ll proceed to the approval process, guiding you through the permit process so you can start developing your custom home.

Assist

Throughout the development process, we’ll be there to provide direction, make amendments as needed, or answer any further questions.

Our Home Design Services

Custom Home Design

We’ll work closely with you to design a home tailored to your unique needs, lifestyle, preferences, routines, and future plans.

Renovation Design

Upgrade an existing home to meet your current and future needs.

Interior Design

Our interior design services focus on spatial planning, room orientation, ergonomics, and the strategic placement of features.

Multi Family Home Design

We also design multifamily housing in East Kootenay, BC. Our designs focus on blending community, comfort, and style, while striking a balance between aesthetics and functionality.

Why Work with Us?

Ellergodt Design is dedicated to thoughtful design, exceptional service, and ensuring a seamless and enjoyable process from start to finish.

Not Our First Rodeo

We have 21+ years of experience designing custom homes. Working directly with custom home builders to elevate your design is what we do—and we love doing it.

A Partner in Design

As leading industry professionals, we strive to deliver an engaging and positive client experience. By choosing Ellergodt Design, you partner with a team of custom home designers who will become your teammates.

Modern Solutions for Modern Problems

With our 3D tools and advanced technologies, we can provide walk-throughs, renderings, and videos, offering builders and homeowners a great way to visualize their home’s design from the start.

With You from Beginning to End

We believe in collaborative design that supports you and your custom home builder. Our proven approach to design, combined with our customer-first mentality, is a recipe for bringing your dream home to life.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Home Design in East Kootenay

Is the design process different in East Kootenay?

Not at all. Our custom home design process remains the same no matter the location. Whether we’re working in Alberta or British Columbia, we follow the same collaborative steps—from discovery and concept development to construction drawings—ensuring your home reflects your vision and meets all regional requirements.

What’s the permit process like in East Kootenay?

The permit process varies depending on the municipality, but in general, you’ll need to submit construction drawings that meet local zoning bylaws and building codes. We’re familiar with East Kootenay’s permitting process and work closely with your chosen builder or permitting consultant to ensure everything is submitted correctly and efficiently.

What are the costs of residential design?

Design costs can vary depending on the size, complexity, and scope of your project. During our initial consultation, we’ll walk you through what’s included and provide transparent pricing based on your goals and site. We also recommend involving a builder as early as possible to help you get an accurate idea of your project’s cost.

How long does it take to design a custom home?

The discovery and design stage typically takes around 4 months. That timeline depends on your availability for feedback, the complexity of your home, and the speed at which decisions are made. Permit processes can take an additional 1 to 4 months.