HOWSON HOMES LTD
Based on Vancouver Island - Howson Homes LTD is a Licensed Residential Builder and Developer specializing in Residential Single Family Home Construction.
We proudly serve the Mid-Island region, with projects throughout Duncan, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Nanoose, and Mount Washington.
We specialize in Custom Homes, Laneway Homes and Ready To Build House Plans.
Howson Homes LTD offers Fixed Price Contracts on all projects for peace of mind - No hidden fees, No surprises!
VANCOUVER ISLAND CUSTOM HOMES
Our Simple 5-Step Custom Home Building Process
Building a custom home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, so why not make it perfect the first time. At Howson Homes LTD, we make custom home building on Vancouver Island simple, transparent, and stress-free. Serving Nanaimo, Ladysmith, and Duncan, our fixed-price contracts, clear communication, and quality craftsmanship ensure confidence from start to finish.
FIXED PRICE BUILDING
At Howson Homes LTD. we pride ourselves on being a Fixed Price Builder.
✅ Total Budget Certainty - You know the full cost upfront, with no surprise invoices or shifting numbers halfway through the build.
✅ Risk Transferred to the Builder - Material price increases and estimating errors are absorbed by the builder, not passed on to you.
✅ Easier Financing & Planning - Lenders prefer fixed-price contracts because they simplify approvals and protect your borrowing limits.
✅ Stronger Client / Builder Relationship - With price and scope agreed upfront, the construction process is collaborative and transparent.
Want to learn more about fixed price building for your Custom Home or Laneway Home on Vancouver Island? Follow the link below!
BOUTIQUE CUSTOM HOME BUILDER SERVING NANAIMO, LADYSMITH, DUNCAN & BEYOND
Choosing the right builder is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make and often the largest investment you’ll take on. Your home should be built with intention, care, and confidence. If you’re going to do it, why not make it perfect the first time?
Howson Homes LTD is a boutique custom home builder serving Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan, and surrounding mid-Vancouver Island communities. We build homes that are designed around how you live, built to withstand the harsh West Coast environment.
From custom homes and laneway homes to additions we deliver high-quality projects through clear communication, hands-on project management, and proven construction systems. Every detail is considered from layout and flow to durability, energy performance, and long-term value.
At Howson Homes LTD, we offer a transparent, fixed-price building process, realistic timelines, and a personal, boutique experience from concept to completion. No shortcuts. No surprises. Just well-built homes done right.
MEET THE FOUNDER OF HOWSON HOMES
Founded in 2016 by Licensed Residential Builder and Developer Nick Howson. Howson Homes LTD is a boutique Custom Home Builder based in Ladysmith, British Columbia. With over 17 years of experience, we specialize in delivering meticulously managed, stress-free custom homes for clients who value precision, transparency, and lasting quality.
✅ 17+ years of hands-on experience across every stage of construction.
✅ Licensed Residential Builder and Land Developer.
✅ Boutique firm focused exclusively on High Quality Custom Homes.
✅ Fixed Price Contracts and disciplined systematic Project Management.
✅ Reputation built on trust, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships.
VIEW OUR WORK
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Ruckle Point
📍48.816662° N -123.508873° W
Set against the natural beauty of Salt Spring Island, this hyper-modern minimalist residence is defined by clean lines, restrained materials, and a seamless connection to the landscape. Expansive glazing, flat-plane rooflines, and a carefully controlled palette create a calm, architectural presence that allows the setting to take center stage.
02
Yellow Point
📍49.0385° N -123.7478°
Set on a quiet hobby farm in Yellow Point, this longhouse-inspired residence blends West Coast tradition with modern open-concept living. A strong linear form, exposed timber element create a warm, grounded architecture that sits naturally within the rural landscape.
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Squamish
📍49.7017° N -123.1590° W
This Squamish renovation transformed an under-utilized detached garage space into a fully self-contained secondary suite designed for short-term rental living. Clean lines, durable finishes, and a highly efficient layout maximize both function and comfort for guests.
TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT
We acknowledge the traditional and ancestral lands and territories of First Nations throughout B.C. in which the contributors to this resource work, live, and play. We also acknowledge the generations of First Nations, Coast Salish, Métis, and Inuit from elsewhere in “Canada” who call these lands and waters home. We wish to honour the strength and beauty of the diverse Indigenous cultures, practices, beliefs, and values that have thrived on these lands for thousands of years.
