Designing Stunning Prefab Custom Homes to reflect the natural beauty of British Columbia

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Purcell Timber Frame Homes is proud to be a home builder in Nelson, BC. With over 23 years of experience in building homes in Nelson, BC, we are a product of the environment both in the lifestyle we live and in the materials we work with. Our long-standing presence in this vibrant community has given us a profound understanding of the local landscape, climate, and unique architectural preferences that define the Kootenay region.

The beautiful wood species of British Columbia and the stunning landscape of Nelson have inspired us since day one. Our team specializes in creating custom homes that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, capturing the essence of this breathtaking area. We build homes in the City of Nelson and surrounding areas Kaslo, BC, Castlegar, BC, Rossland, BC, Trail, BC, Crawford Bay, Gray Creek, Creston  BC, and Kootenay Lake.

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Whether you envision a cozy ski chalet, a tranquil lakeside retreat, or a modern mountain home, Purcell Timber Frame Homes has the expertise and craftsmanship to make your dream a reality. We offer a wide range of design and build options to ensure your home meets your lifestyle and preferences.

Building in Nelson offers numerous benefits, including close proximity to Whitewater Ski Resort, Red Mountain Resort, and access to incredible mountain biking and hiking trails. The area is also home to the stunning Kootenay Lake and Slocan Lake, providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. At Purcell Timber Frame Homes, we leverage these natural advantages to create homes that are not only beautiful but also perfectly suited to the active, nature-loving lifestyle of the Kootenay region.

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PREFAB CUSTOM HOME DESIGN & BUILD QUOTES

DESIGNED & BUILT TO INSPIRE

Our commitment goes beyond just building beautiful homes; the Purcell team is dedicated to curating an exceptional experience for our clients from start to finish. We deliver high-quality craftsmanship at every step, from design to build. Whether you are looking to create a custom home from scratch or modify one of our catalogue designs, we want to work with you on your vision!

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    PREFABRICATED CUSTOM BUILT HOMES

    At Purcell Timber Frame Homes, we are committed to offering a comprehensive range of home building services in Nelson, BC. Our primary focus is on creating bespoke, custom home packages that reflect your unique vision and lifestyle. Understanding that each client has distinct tastes and requirements, 90% of our projects are custom-designed. Whether you start a design from scratch or modify one of our existing catalogue designs, you will have full control over every aspect of the design and materials choices.

    For those seeking inspiration, we offer a curated collection of prefabricated catalogue designs that showcase some of the architectural styles that we do. These designs provide a starting point for your custom home, allowing you to choose to build directly from them or use them as a foundation to explore and refine your preferred style. As home designers and custom home builders, we take care of every step of the home building process, from the initial planning and design phase to handing you the keys to your weather-tight home package.

    OUR PRODUCTS

    As a custom home designer and custom home builder, any design is possible at Purcell. Some of the most popular styles that are common in Nelson BC for our custom built homes are mountain modern homes, ski homes, rustic modern homes, cliffside homes, contemporary homes, modern farmhouse homes, and Scandinavian modern homes.

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    MOUNTAIN MODERN
    BEACH HOUSE
    MOUNTAIN Traditional
    CLIFF HOUSE / BOAT HOUSE
    SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
    PACIFIC NORTHWEST
    SKI LODGE
    CONTEMPORARY
    BESPOKE
    CURVED ROOFS
    RUSTIC MODERN
    HIP ROOFS
    COLORADO CONTEMPORARY
    MODERN ARCH
    CIRCA 2000

    GET STARTED | OUR PROCESS

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    CHOOSE FROM OUR CATALOGUE COLLECTION OR WE WILL CREATE A CUSTOM DESIGN

    We offer a catalogue collection of prefab home design packages, or we can create a custom home design for you. Read more about our home builder services.

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    DESIGN DEPOSIT PAYMENT

    We start all projects with a $20,000 design deposit payment and a copy of your property land survey.

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    DESIGN

    When we receive your design deposit and property land survey, we schedule a phone call to review your wish list and design ideas for the home. We will send your round 1 design as soon as it is ready and go back-and-forth together with the design until you are 100% happy with it.

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    PERMIT & BUILD

    Once you are 100% happy with the design, we will enter the permit and build phase. We then engineer the home and create all the plan pages for your building permit submission. As soon as your permit is approved, your foundation gets poured, and Purcell will arrive with your home package.

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    HOW WE BUILD

    One of our key construction methods is panelized prefabrication. This innovative approach involves constructing our wall panels and roof systems in our building facility. These panels are then transported to your building site for quick assembly. Panelized prefab construction offers several advantages: faster on-site construction times compared to traditional building methods, consistent high-quality construction with reduced risk of weather-related delays, and reduced waste and environmental impact due to precise manufacturing.
     
    At Purcell Timber Frame Homes, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and craftsmanship in every project. Our goal as custom house builders is to create homes that not only meet but exceed your expectations.

    CUSTOM BUILT HOME PACKAGE

    BASE PACKAGE STARTING AT $120 SQ FT
    Flexible options to choose from.

    BASE PACKAGE:

    DESIGN & PERMIT
    TIMBER FRAME
    WALL & FLOOR PANELS
    ROOF SYSTEMS
    INSTALLATION

    COMMON ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:

    CEILING BOARDS
    WINDOWS AND DOORS
    EXTERIORSIDING
    STAIR PACKAGES
    DECKS AND RAILINGS

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    HIGH-QUALITY BUILDING MATERIALS

    The selection of finishing materials for each home is primarily guided by the architectural style and design intentions. At Purcell Timber Frame Homes, we take pride in using a variety of high-quality finishes, including Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir Timber, Glulam beams, steel beams, stone siding, concrete, and metal siding. Our commitment to excellence ensures that we always use the most natural and highest-grade materials available in the market.
     
    In terms of building materials, we are dedicated to staying at the forefront of the latest building technologies and energy-efficient, sustainable materials. Our focus is on constructing homes that stand the test of time, lasting for generations. By utilizing top-quality, cutting-edge building materials and processes, we achieve unparalleled durability and performance in every project.

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    LUXURY WINDOWS AND DOORS

    At Purcell Timber Frame Homes, we understand that windows and doors are essential elements in achieving both the aesthetic and functional goals of your home. We are authorized dealers of the top luxury windows and doors in the industry, including Loewen Windows, Fleetwood Windows and Doors, Sierra Pacific, Westeck Windows and Doors, Cascadia, and BC Door. These brands are renowned for their superior quality, innovative design, and exceptional performance. By integrating these premium products into our homes, we ensure that each project not only looks stunning but also provides outstanding energy efficiency, security, and longevity.

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    OUR HOMES ARE EXTREMELY
    DURABLE AND DESIGNED FOR THE CLIMATE

    With Nelson, BC, as our home, Purcell has a profound understanding of the local climate and weather conditions. Our homes are meticulously designed and built to endure the region’s heavy snowfall and varying temperature extremes, ensuring durability and comfort throughout the year.

    In Nelson, where winter brings substantial snow accumulation and temperatures can fluctuate significantly, we incorporate advanced insulation and heating solutions to maintain optimal indoor conditions. Our construction techniques are adapted to handle the heavy snow loads typical of the area, preventing structural stress and ensuring long-term resilience.

    For those in lakefront properties, we specialize in designing and building homes that address floodplain concerns and adhere to strict waterfront setback requirements. Utilizing innovative cantilevering techniques, we maximize site usage while enhancing views, ensuring each home blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings and remains protected from potential flooding.

    Purcell’s commitment to quality and our deep understanding of Nelson’s climate ensure that your home will not only withstand nature’s challenges but also provide a harmonious and comfortable living environment all year round.

    WE DELIVER

    From our base in Nelson, BC, Purcell Timber Frame Homes packages and delivers your timber frame home package to locations throughout Nelson, BC and the surrounding area. Our process ensures that your custom home components arrive securely and ready for assembly.

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    WHY CHOOSE PURCELL

    EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE
    Since 2001, Purcell Timber Frame Homes has been leading the industry in building world-class luxury homes. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in designing and building homes that are not only visually stunning but also extremely durable, natural, healthy, sustainable, and low maintenance. Every member of our team is committed to excellence, combining skill and innovation to create homes that meet the unique needs and desires of our clients. Our focus on quality craftsmanship ensures that each home we build is a true reflection of our client’s visions and built to the highest standards.

    CUSTOMIZATION AND FLEXIBILITY
    Our primary focus is on creating bespoke, custom home packages that reflect your unique vision and lifestyle. Understanding that each client has distinct tastes and preferences, 90% of our projects are custom-designed. Whether you start a design from scratch or modify one of our existing catalogue designs, you will have full control over every aspect of the design and materials choices.

    DESIGN AND BUILD FIRM
    We are a full-service design-and-build firm that guides our clients through every step of the process, from the initial conceptual design planning to the assembly of a fully customized home package. Our wide range of services includes everything from the initial design consultations to the construction of a fully weather-sealed home, ensuring a positive home-building experience for our clients throughout the entire process.

    PREFAB PANELIZED CONSTRUCTION
    The panelized prefabricated approach involves pre-fabricating wall, floor, and roof panels in a controlled manufacturing environment. These panels are then transported to the construction site and quickly assembled. This method allows for faster build times, higher precision, and reduced on-site labour. By minimizing waste and ensuring consistent quality, panelized prefab construction offers a sustainable and beautifully crafted home. This efficient process not only accelerates construction but also maintains superior craftsmanship and durability.

    MATERIALS AND CRAFTSMANSHIP
    Our craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail ensure each home is built to last and harmonize with its environment. Our homes are engineered to perform with the elements, boasting exceptionally high insulation ratings, energy-efficient roof and wall systems, and state-of-the-art solar passive windows. We take pride in using the highest quality materials, such as B.C. Douglas Fir timber, Western Red Cedar, structural metal, finishing metal, and other top-tier Canadian building products. These carefully selected materials help us create homes that are not only durable and energy-efficient but also produce a natural and authentic final product.

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    TESTIMONIALS

    Hear from Our Satisfied Customers

    Read what our clients have to say about Purcell. From the initial meeting to the final installation, their stories reflect the care and dedication we bring to every project. The trust we build and the satisfaction we achieve are best expressed in their own words.

    “When my wife and I decided to build a lakefront home, we met with several timber frame builders to find the right one. Our building site presented unique challenges and not all of the builders we met with were up to the task. From the beginning, Purcell was the right choice for us and did not shy away from the challenge. During the design phase a blank slate approach was used to ensure our vision was achieved. During construction, Purcell continued to be amenable to change and delivered exceptionally high quality on both the timber frame and the envelope. My family now has a home that exudes warmth in the rich quality of the wood and exceptional craftsmanship of the joinery. Without question, Purcell is the only name in home building.”

    – Brad & Lynnette Meulenbeld

    “We want to thank you and everyone at Purcell for building us a beautiful contemporary home – we absolutely love it! From start to finish all details of the job were handled with ease and a high degree of professionalism. From the initial design, where we were able to work back and forth to achieve the perfect layout to suit us, all the way through to completion (and sticking to budget as well!!). Our rugged rocky lot did not pose a challenge to your team – the foundation and house sit perfectly for amazing views. The timbers are gorgeous; we could not be more pleased. All the best.”

    – Lindsay and Sean

    “We would like to thank you and everyone at Purcell, especially your guys who used their incredible skill to engineer and build our home. The last-minute decision to add the exterior stairs the way you did was genius! Not to mention the foundation. Spectacular! Last week, we (Sandra and baby Vivienne) and a few of our closest friends spent our first few days in our dream home on the lake. The home delivered in every way we had dreamed it would. Thank you.”

    – Carl Denis

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    FAQ

    How long does it take to design and build a custom home?

    It takes approximately 1-2 months to create your perfect custom design.
    Once you are happy with your custom design it then takes 2-3 months to have all engineering and building plans ready for permit submission.

    The fabrication time will depend upon your custom design and we will be able to provide you with a time estimate upon design finalization.

    Onsite an install to lock up with windows and doors in as fast as 3 - 6 weeks. Your entire frame will be standing with a key to the front door.

    Do I need to hire a contractor?

    Purcell provides the pre-crafted frame package and on site installation of the entire building to structurally complete. 

    We communicate with your local contractor for details regarding the finishing of your home. Alternately, many of our clients decide to take on contracting the subtrades themselves and for many of these clients we offer our guidance and knowledge to make this possible for them.

    What is the process for obtaining permits for a custom home build?

    Every building permit department is different, usually the building permit department will have their current processing time posted on their website. What Purcell can ensure is that we will submit everything required for a fast and efficient permit processing.

    What is included in the home package you deliver?

    Your pre-crafted frame package includes on site installation of the entire building to structurally complete, including exterior and interior walls. Some additional items that we can provide upon request are:

    • Window/door packages
    • Siding packages
    • Stair packages
    • Deck/railing packages
    • Ceiling finishes
    • Feature fireplace mantle
    • Feature timber floating shelving

    How energy-efficient are your homes, and what sustainable building practices do you use?

    Purcell’s wall and roof systems are extremely flexible to meet any energy requirement that the homeowner or the local building department requires. Our walls start with an R24 insulation and we have excellent details for adding another exterior layer of insulation achieving any R value desired.

    Our roof performance is especially impressive as one of our systems that can be chosen is having the roof rafters exposed inside the home. Above the rafters we put the insulation as a complete uninterrupted blanket with no thermal bridging. As the insulation is above the rafters and not in between them, insulation is uninterrupted.

    Can you build homes in remote or difficult-to-access locations?

    That is what makes our premium quality custom prefabricated homes so special, they are designed to build in remote and difficult areas. When we do your initial consultation we will take a look at your property and get a plan for your build.

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    Phone:

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    250-352-5101

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    Address:

    808 Radio Avenue, Nelson,
    BC, Canada, V1L 3L3

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    Do you want to start your next project or ask us a question about our products? We're ready to help. Use the following ways to get in touch with us:

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    Phone:

    1-800-655-5574 or
    250-352-5101

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    Email:

    info@purcell.com

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    Address:

    808 Radio Avenue, Nelson,
    BC, Canada, V1L 3L3

    PREFAB CUSTOM HOME DESIGN & BUILD QUOTES

    DESIGNED & BUILT TO INSPIRE
    Our commitment goes beyond just building beautiful homes; the Purcell team is dedicated to curating an exceptional experience for our clients from start to finish. We deliver high-quality craftsmanship at every step, from design to build. Whether you are looking to create a custom home from scratch or modify one of our catalogue designs, we want to work with you on your vision!
     
    Start your design and build journey with us today by filling out our contact form.

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