Smallworks Studios & Laneway Housing

Our mid century modern laneway house was a dream to design, and a challenge to build - but we love a challenge! www.smallworks.ca

It’s February, and we’re feeling the love for small businesses. Check out The Regional Assembly Of Text for all of your stationary needs! #SupportLocal

East Vancouver (or "East Van" for the locals) is home to a few of our favourite projects. Curious about a laneway home for your family? Give us a call, we’re always happy to chat and share our ideas and neighbourhood-specific recommendations! 604-264-8837 www.smallworks.ca

Our mission: activate the laneway. Sneak peek of a recent design by Brooke Dedrick, rendered by hand by Osires Abreau. www.smallworks.ca

Three generations of Italian coffee heritage blended with over 30 years of West Coast culture is what you get at Milano Coffee, our go-to spot for a hot cup of coffee. Support local! www.smallworks.ca

Curious about what we can design in your backyard? Tap the link below to get in touch. We’re more than happy to schedule a free consultation and outline a realistic cost and timeline estimate for your project within Canada and the United States. www.smallworks.ca

We'll cheers to our stylish new neighbours, La Fabrique St. George who are purveyors of natural wines within an expertly designed lounge space.

Small works well. Regram from Flowhomestaging who has an eye for functional design. www.smallworks.ca

Carolyn’s laneway home was uniquely modified to capture the wonderful mountain views from the back of the property. Contact us today to discuss your big ideas for your own small home! www.smallworks.ca

Top-of-the-line millwork maximizes storage in the quaint kitchen of this 650 square foot laneway home. https://smallworks.ca/room-with-a-view/

A perky pale blue kitchen as captured by the talented @pineconecamp. www.smallworks.ca

Part 1 | The question we're asked most is, "What is small?" The answer? Just enough. Founder Jake Fry elaborates. #SmallworksStudios

Where light meets height. Designing single-level laneway homes like Dianas Lane Cottage allows us to maximize ceiling height for a spacious and airy feel - in even the smallest of spaces. www.smallworks.ca

Open up to indoor-outdoor living spaces this fall. Spiked apple cider in the backyard, anyone? www.smallworks.ca

From our team to our philosophy to our process, were all about sustainability, innovation, and design solutions that help our customers get the most out of their space. Tap the link below to get in touch today and learn how we can make your tiny home dreams a reality. www.smallworks.ca

Many of you may have spotted this True Blue beauty in Mount Pleasant! The lot is just 10 feet deeper than a typical Vancouver lot, but that ten feet equated to an extra 100 square feet in the overall laneway design. https://smallworks.ca/true-blue/

Getting down to the details at The Mackenzie. Jake obviously cares very much about producing a product that is going to exceed his clients expectations, says homeowner Gordon. He does everything possible to make that happen! www.smallworks.ca

An entertainers dream. This modern laneway design offers a large and functional living space rarely found in a 760 square foot floor plan (and certainly not in the Vancouver condo market!). www.smallworks.ca

Clocking in at around 700 square feet, this laneway home is the epitome of elegance and class. The homeowners selected hickory flooring with a hand applied Amarosa finish, while the living rooms wood details are crowned by a custom stained hemlock mantle for the hearth. https://smallworks.ca/serene-west-side-lane-house/

Fun fact: this serene West Side lane house was built in under 24 weeks! https://smallworks.ca/serene-west-side-lane-house/

One thing all of our laneway homes have in common? Thoughtful use of natural light. By optimizing window location in the design phase, we can create a dynamic play of light throughout the day in your home! www.smallworks.com

Same richness, less resources. Thats the Smallworks philosphy. www.smallworks.ca

Calm, cool, and custom. Deborahs Georgian laneway received significant customizations to the original floor plan, resulting in a one-of-a-kind home that doesnt compromise on space or quality. www.smallworks.cahttps://smallworks.ca/georgian2/

Pizzeria Grano tops their pies with sustainably sourced local veggies. We dig that. Support Local! www.smallworks.ca

Kicking off the week with an introduction. Meet Robin Vornweg, one of our Production Managers! Questions for Robin about what it's like to work on small homes, or what inspired her to get into the industry? Leave them in the comments! www.smallworks.ca

An uplifting space made for a minimalist. Would you opt for exposed beams in your #SmallHome? www.smallworks.ca

Divided by a magnetic pocket door system, this flex room can be sectioned off from the bedroom to serve as a cozy reading nook. Tap the link for a virtual tour of this modern lane house! https://smallworks.ca/a-spacious-modern-lane-house/

Were known for stepping it up a notch. With two bedrooms nestled in the back and the main room at the front, this laneway home is flooded with natural light and thanks to the lofted ceiling and skylights. www.smallworks.ca

500 square feet never looked so homey. The Edwardian Laneway House is a private and cozy retreat with a functional small footprint. www.smallworks.ca

A snap from the Smallworks HQ. We have been so grateful for the builder communitys recognition of our commitment to high quality custom homes with a minimized footprint. www.smallworks.ca

Customized and classic. Take a peek at the lofted stairwell inside this Georgian laneway home. Explore this layout and more finished homes now through the link below! https://smallworks.ca/georgian1/

Curb appeal isnt just for a front-facing home. This exquisite Laneway House enriches the overall experience of Vancouver by carefully considering how the design interacts with the public space onto which it faces the lane. www.smallworks.ca

From the page to the laneway. Repost from Jake who couldnt resist sharing the stunning design work by Osires! We cant wait to see this one come to life. www.smallworks.ca

From conception to completion, our team handle all of the details, big and small. Meet Peter Pelletier, one of our Site Supervisors! Questions about our process or what its like to be on site managing a small build? Ask away in the comments! www.smallworks.ca

A sweet start to the short week with Earnest Ice Cream. Well take a double scoop. #SupportLocal www.smallworks.ca

"The essence of design will always be about people and how they live. It is about the realities of what makes for an attractive, civilized, meaningful environment, not about fashion or what's in or what's out. - Albert Hadley www.smallworks.ca

Turn your property into a multi-generational family compound. We created a communal courtyard with an exterior gas fire-pit the family could enjoy together for summers to come. https://smallworks.ca/cambie-laneway-home/

Adorned in chevron. Black walnut hardwood covers the upper floor of Jon and Sues Georgian home. Curious about your own laneway home? Give us a call, were always happy to chat and share our ideas and neighbourhood-specific recommendations. 604-264-8837 https://smallworks.ca/georgian1/

Our client chose a bold yet serene West Coast blue for the tile in their bathroom. We love the colour commitment - what do you think? www.smallworks.ca

Where character meets thoughtful design. On the exterior, this home takes cues from the main house with its early 20th century character. But upon closer inspection, onlookers will notice modern details in the metal roof and the custom windows! www.smallworks.ca

Custom millwork is the soul of this serene west side home. Take a tour of what we call a retreat in the middle of the city now in our Stories! www.smallworks.ca

Meet Brenda Adomi, our accountant here at Smallworks. Brenda thrives on positivity and lives by her favourite quote by Nelson Mandela. I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. www.smallworks.ca

What do you see? Jakes gift is seeing the beauty and potential where others dont. Lanes /alleys are the citys places of tranquility, play and dreams. These are the half hidden oasiss that are quietly full of life and contemplation. Happy Friday! www.smallworks.ca

Tuesday, brought to you by our neighbours at La Mezcaleria. Happy hour, anyone? www.smallworks.ca

A favourite amongst our designers. Every square inch of this Cambie Laneway house was considered, including a modern minimal kitchen with sleek built in appliances. www.smallworks.ca

Thank you MONTECRISTO Magazine for the feature in your roundup of Vancouvers Coolest Laneway Houses! Once the City of Vancouver approved this Smallworks design builda process that tacked an extra year onto the projectthe 860-square-foot home rose from the ground, complete with fine touches such as Caesarstone countertops and walnut millwork. Read the full article below!... https://montecristomagazine.com//inside-9-vancouvers-coole

Throwback to the first house our founder Jake ever built back in 1984! Since then, Jake has continued to push the boundaries of what living small can be - a mission were proud to stand behind. www.smallworks.ca

The skys the limit. We use creative design solutions to optimize natural light, reducing energy consumption and environmental impact! www.smallworks.ca