15+ Years · 100+ Five-Star Reviews · Licensed & Insured

Rental Income, Right in Your Backyard. Build a Custom Laneway House.

Turn unused backyard space into a laneway house that pays you rent. BRIO handles everything from lot evaluation to keys — guaranteed timeline and our 5-Star Guarantee.

  • Turnkey Build — Permits to Keys, One Contract
  • Itemized, Fixed-Price Quote — No Hidden Fees
  • Timeline Guarantee — On Time or Your Final Payment Is On Us
  • Earn $2,500–$4,500/Month in Rental Income
  • Free Lot Evaluation & Zoning Check
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5+Laneway Homes Built
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15+Years in Vancouver
8 CitiesServed
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WHY HOMEOWNERS SWITCH

How BRIO Compares

We hold ourselves to a higher standard. Here's what you can expect when you work with BRIO.

Timeline

BRIO

8-14 months concept to keys, guaranteed — guaranteed in your contract

Others

Timelines often shift due to scheduling conflicts

Pricing

BRIO

Fixed-price, itemized quote — no surprises

Others

Estimates can change as the project evolves

Communication

BRIO

Dedicated PM, same-day responses, weekly photo updates

Others

Updates can be inconsistent between projects

Warranty

BRIO

Written 1-year workmanship warranty included

Others

Warranty terms vary and aren't always in writing

Job Site

BRIO

Daily cleanup, belongings protected, proof of insurance on file

Others

Cleanup practices vary from crew to crew

Project Visibility

BRIO

Live progress, photos & messaging in our BRIO Keystone app

Others

Phone calls and emails — often left wondering where things stand

LANEWAY HOUSE PROJECTS

Laneway Houses Across Greater Vancouver

Custom-built laneway houses designed for rental income, multi-generational living, or home offices. Every project delivered on time with our 5-Star Guarantee.

Kitsilano

2-Bedroom Laneway House

9 months

900 sq ft, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, in-suite laundry, private entrance

Mount Pleasant

1-Bedroom + Home Office

8 months

750 sq ft, open plan living, dedicated home office, covered patio

Dunbar

2-Bedroom Family Suite

10 months

880 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, accessible bathroom, garden patio

Lower Lonsdale

Studio Rental Suite

7 months

450 sq ft, open plan, kitchenette, full bathroom, storage loft

Lynn Valley

Multi-Generational Suite

9 months

850 sq ft, barrier-free design, wide doorways, walk-in shower, garden level

Kerrisdale

Premium 2-Bedroom

11 months

900 sq ft, premium finishes, heated floors, rooftop deck, EV charger

YOUR BUILD JOURNEY

5 Steps — From Your Lot to Your Keys

1

Free Lot Evaluation

We visit your property, check zoning, calculate maximum buildable area, and assess feasibility — all free, no obligation.

2

Design & Planning

Our design team creates your laneway house plan tailored to your lot, budget, and goals — rental income, family living, or home office.

3

Permits & Approvals

We handle all permit applications, engineering, and city submissions. You never visit a permit office.

4

Construction

Foundation to finishing — one dedicated crew, one project manager, weekly photo updates. Timeline guaranteed in your contract.

5

Keys & Move-In

Final walkthrough, occupancy permit, and keys. Ready for tenants, family, or whatever you envision.

Why Homeowners Love BRIO

On-Time Delivery

Guaranteed completion date or your final payment is on us

Fixed Pricing

The price we quote is the price you pay — no surprise bills

Daily Cleanup

Your home stays clean — job site cleaned at the end of every day

1-Year Warranty

Everything we build is backed by a written workmanship warranty

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Homeowners Trust BRIO With Their Biggest Investment

Real reviews from our Google Business Profile

★★★★★

We recently completed a project with BRIO Construction, and it was a pleasure working with Amir. He was very clear with his requirements and communicated his vision effectively, which made the collaboration smooth and efficient.

T

TeamUP Cabinets Ltd.

Kitchen Cabinetry Project

★★★★★

Amir & BRIO Team took our 2000 sqft office and completely transformed it into a sleek, high-end workspace. The place feels brand new — modern, stylish, and super professional. The lighting, layout, and finishes make such a difference.

8

88West Realty

Commercial Office Renovation

★★★★★

BRIO Team built a stunning duplex for our investment group in 2021, and they absolutely delivered — on time and on budget, even with all the challenges of COVID. With supply chain delays and labor shortages everywhere, Amir & BRIO Team kept everything on track.

S

Soroush S.

Duplex Build, North Vancouver

FREE LOT EVALUATION

What Can You Build on Your Lot?

Laneway rules differ by municipality and are changing fast under B.C.'s new housing legislation. Rather than rely on a generic chart, your free lot evaluation gives you the exact, current numbers for your specific property.

Zoning & eligibility check

We confirm whether your lot qualifies for a laneway house under current zoning — and the setbacks, height, and rules that apply to it today.

Maximum buildable size

The exact square footage you can build on your specific lot under today's municipal rules — not a one-size-fits-all number.

Estimated build cost

A realistic, itemized cost range for your project, so you can plan the investment with confidence before committing.

Projected rental income

What a completed laneway house could realistically earn per month in your neighbourhood.

Building across all 8 Greater Vancouver municipalities

VancouverNorth VancouverWest VancouverBurnabyRichmondCoquitlamNew WestminsterPort Moody

Laneway rules vary by municipality and change frequently — BRIO tracks every update and confirms exactly what's permitted on your specific property.

Our Own Technology · Included with every project

Always know exactly where your project stands — with BRIO Keystone

Most contractors leave you guessing. Every BRIO project runs on Keystone, our own project-management app — your private portal into the build, from first day to handover.

BRIO KeystoneA

Kitsilano Laneway House

Overall Progress68%

On track · Est. completion Aug 14

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Electrical rough-in
DrywallIn progress
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Live Progress

Track your build against the schedule and watch your completion date update in real time.

Photo Updates

See the latest site photos as the work happens — no need to ask or drive by.

Message Your Team

Chat directly with your project manager in the app — with read receipts, so nothing gets lost in email.

Selections & Approvals

Choose your finishes and approve items right in the app — every decision documented in one place.

Transparent Change Orders

Any change is documented, priced, and approved in the app before we proceed — no surprise bills.

Payments, Docs & Warranty

Your payment schedule, contract, documents, and 1-year workmanship warranty — all in one portal.

Real-time visibility and communication — the difference between hoping your project is on track and knowing it is.

Get Your Free Laneway House Lot Evaluation

Tell us about your property and we'll assess what you can build. Free evaluation covers: zoning check, maximum buildable area, estimated build cost, and projected rental income.

  • Free lot evaluation & zoning check
  • Itemized quote — no hidden costs
  • Rental income projection for your neighbourhood
  • Projected build timeline to completion
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We respond within 24 hours — usually same day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cost depends heavily on size, finishes, site conditions, and city fees — every lot is different, so we don't publish fixed prices online. After your free lot evaluation, BRIO gives you an itemized, fixed-price quote with real numbers specific to your project, covering design, permits, construction, and all city fees. That's where you get an accurate figure — not a generic estimate.
Total timeline is 8-14 months from initial design to keys. Permit processing currently takes 13 weeks in Vancouver (down from 32 weeks). Construction takes 6-9 months depending on size and complexity. BRIO includes a guaranteed completion date in your contract — if we're late, your final payment is on us. You stay in your main house the entire time.
Rental income varies by neighbourhood and size. A 1-bedroom in East Vancouver rents for $2,500-3,200/month; a 2-bedroom in Kitsilano for $3,500-4,500/month. Over time, a laneway house can pay for itself through rental income while adding significant value to your property.
It depends on your lot size, city, and zoning — every municipality sets its own limits, and the rules have been changing under B.C.'s new housing legislation. Rather than rely on a generic figure, BRIO's free lot evaluation checks your specific zoning, calculates your maximum buildable area, and tells you exactly what's permitted on your property.
Yes — turnkey permitting is included in every laneway house project. We handle architectural drawings, structural engineering, energy modelling, city submissions, revisions, and all inspections. You never step foot in a permit office. Our team has experience with permit processes across all 8 Greater Vancouver municipalities.
Every BRIO project includes access to BRIO Keystone, our own project-management app. You get a private portal where you can see live progress against the schedule, view the latest site photos, message your project manager directly, approve finish selections and change orders, and access your contract, payment schedule, and warranty — all in one place. On a build this size, that real-time visibility means you always know exactly where your project stands.
Absolutely. Many homeowners build a laneway house for multi-generational living (aging parents nearby but independent), as a downsizing option (move into the laneway, rent the main house), or as a home office. BRIO designs for your specific use case — whether that's rental income, family living, or a dedicated workspace.

Your Backyard Could Earn $3,000/Month

Start with a free lot evaluation. We'll tell you exactly what you can build, what it costs, and what rental income to expect — no obligation.

Only 3 laneway house project slots available this quarter

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