DESIGN

BC Multiplex Designers

Three related roles in one bucket. House designers (Certified Professional, BCSLA, or AIBD-credentialed) produce drawing sets on smaller Part 9 multiplexes where a full AIBC stamp is not required. Interior designers spec the finish schedule, kitchen, and bath. Landscape architects (BCSLA-registered) handle grading, soft / hard landscape, on-site stormwater, and tree-retention plans.

Why it matters

House designers are lower-fee for Part 9 work. Interior designers decide resale prices. Landscape plans kill more permits than any single design issue.

When to engage

House designers: after zoning, before BP. Interior: after BP, before finishing trades. Landscape: concurrent with the architect during DP.

9

Designers listed

19yrs

Avg experience

11

BC service areas

9 results

Designer
EWAN Design + Construct
FeaturedEWAN Design + Construct Inc.

EWAN Design + Construct

BC design+build firm integrating urban planning, building design, and construction management under one roof. 12+ years. Multiplex + custom homes.

Vancouver, Burnaby+
Designer
Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
FeaturedSGDI Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

2022 HAVAN Interior Designer of the Year. Full-service Vancouver interior design — custom homes, townhouse, and condo interiors.

Vancouver, Delta+
Designer
Corey Klassen — Articulated Design Studio
Articulated Design Studio

Corey Klassen — Articulated Design Studio

IDIBC + NCIDQ + CMKBD-certified Vancouver interior designer with 20+ years of experience. Educator and award-winner.

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver
Designer
Groundswell Landscape Architecture
Groundswell Landscape Architecture

Groundswell Landscape Architecture

Small Vancouver landscape architecture studio led by BCSLA-registered Jennifer Stamp — 20+ years.

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver
Designer
Hapa Collaborative
Hapa Collaborative

Hapa Collaborative

Small, agile Vancouver landscape architecture practice. Placemaking-led. Landezine International Landscape Award (LILA) recognized.

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver+
Designer
House of Bohn
House of Bohn

House of Bohn

Karin Bohn's Vancouver studio — bold, eclectic interiors for luxury residential, multi-family, restaurant, and retail.

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver
Designer
PFS Studio
PFS Studio

PFS Studio

Major Canadian landscape architecture + urban design firm with Vancouver office. National + international project list.

Vancouver, BC+
Designer
PURE Design Inc.
PURE Design Inc.

PURE Design Inc.

Ami McKay's North Vancouver studio — 25+ years of interiors across single rooms, whole homes, multi-family, and commercial.

North Vancouver, West Vancouver+
Designer
Sublime Interior Design
Sublime Interior Design

Sublime Interior Design

Geèle's 22-year Vancouver studio specializing in luxury custom homes and multifamily. 11-time Best of Houzz winner.

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver

Common questions

Hiring a designer for a BC multiplex.

How do I choose the right designer for a BC multiplex project?
Verify designer credentials with the appropriate BC professional body first. Then check at least one completed multiplex (3+ units) in your municipality. Ask for fee structure in writing before any contract. House designers are lower-fee for Part 9 work. Interior designers decide resale prices. Landscape plans kill more permits than any single design issue.
When in a multiplex project do I engage a designer?
House designers: after zoning, before BP. Interior: after BP, before finishing trades. Landscape: concurrent with the architect during DP.
What does a BC multiplex designer typically cost in 2026?
Fees vary by project scope, lot complexity, and credentials. Most experienced BC multiplex designers structure fees as either a percentage of project cost or a fixed deliverables-based fee. Always get at least two written quotes; VanPlex Plexperts lists 9 curated firms to shortlist from.
Do I need a designer for a 3- or 4-unit Bill 44 multiplex?
In most cases yes. Bill 44 enabled multiplex on most BC lots, but each project still requires the relevant designer for its part of the process. Skipping this step is the single most common source of permit delays.
How is VanPlex Plexperts curated?
Every firm on VanPlex Plexperts is hand-researched against the appropriate BC professional body (AIBC, HAVAN, REBGV, EGBC, BCFSA, Law Society of BC, etc.). Each profile carries a sources list and is reviewed quarterly. We do not accept paid placement.

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