World Class Island Living

Green technologies make for better living. It’s that simple. Edgerock uses the best new eco-friendly devices and strategies to give your home the competitive edge. Read on to discover four Edgerock strategies implemented at 301 Woodhaven Drive.

Making Sun Work for You - What’s the best way to keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer? It’s not air vents and heaters. The secret is passive solar design. Overhangs shade the house from harsh midday summer sun. Sun-facing windows let the heat in on chilly mornings and evenings. Don’t let your wallet work overtime. Let the design and the sun work for you.

Hot Water When You Need It - We've all experienced it: let the water run for a while so it 'heats up'. Why wait? Edgerock uses new 'instant' technology to dynamically heat your kitchen sink or shower. There's no waiting for the taps. There's no wasted energy in keeping hot water that nobody's using. It's just smart construction.

Luxurious In-floor Heating - While hot floors are a dream for cold feet, they’re also one of the best choices for whole-house heating. It's done with a 100 per cent efficient boiler that circulates warmth throughout your home. Here’s the best part: the circulated water loses only a little heat on the round trip. The boiler just maintains a fairly constant temperature. Energy-efficient heat, and warm, toasty feet. What could be better?

The 100-Mile Construction Diet - People across the world pay top-dollar for British Columbia and Vancouver Island timber. But keep this fact in mind: someone in Japan has to pay for boats and trucks and border taxes. We don’t! BC residents can have world-class homes without paying for worldwide shipping. It’s smart business. It’s a spectacular result. It’s the Edgerock standard.

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Your exploration begins outside, with the cool morning breeze. The sophisticated driveway beneath your feet speaks of attention to detail, but the shape of the house calls much more loudly for your attention. It’s a unique structure. You’re sure of that. But what makes this house so different?

Then, you notice the rock face behind the house. The walls and pillars mould around the natural mountainside. The house itself flows with nature, not against it. It leaves you wondering what kind of individual would attempt such a challenging project, let alone complete it.

The trees on either side of the house complement the natural wood theme apparent from the street. Two commanding, three-storey timber pillars guard the house’s carved front door. Once inside, the floor feels warm to the touch when you slip off your shoes.

As you make your way into the kitchen, comfortable wood aromas from thick, powerful ceiling beams above fill your senses. Your hands glide along the polished kitchen countertops. Images of serving drinks to friends, and making the finishing touches on a meal, flash through your mind. An errant “Energy Star” logo catches your gaze as you marvel at the sturdy stainless steel appliances.

On your way to the office, the raw rock making up the wall reminds you to relax. A powerful comfort accompanies living this close to nature. The sensation flows through you like river water over an immersed hand. A slow, deep breath solidifies the sensation.

The office itself possesses a simple effectiveness. You could get a lot done in here. Soft lighting generates an almost uncomfortable contrast to memories of the harsh fluorescence that saturates other workplaces.

Later on, as you wander through the master bedroom, broad horizontal windows near the roof allow the sun to stream in. The installed lights stay dormant, yet there’s no difficulty seeing. In the on-suite bathroom, a large soaker tub and tiled shower bring to mind morning awakenings and warm, late-night relaxation.

The familiar cool breeze greets you as you step out onto the third-floor balcony for a chance to reflect. The same post that you passed on your way in stands close by. Even on the open balcony, the house remains a safe retreat from the world. But, how much retreat would you really need? Living on Vancouver Island means living well among such stunning natural surroundings. This Long Lake Heights home illustrates the Vancouver Island lifestyle in a real, livable, Edgerock structure.

The Edgerock Story

Rob Turgeon began learning construction at an early age. For him, it was ‘learn by doing’. Helping his father turned into a life-long passion.

Like most kids, he grew up. He ventured out on his own. He took on a few familiar construction jobs. His path included time spent with a high-end construction company. Here, he learned the beauty of working with rich and vibrant British Columbia timber. He couldn’t ignore the pleasure of working with such natural marvels.

However, this passion was nearly extinguished when he worked with a group of builders that threw up turn-key homes. They worked out of a cookie-cutter book of architectural designs. Variety was nearly non-existent. The boring, work-a-day job wasn’t for him. Turgeon knew he could do better.

Today, he builds better homes for eco-conscious people. He can manage all the necessary paperwork, from mundane licensing tasks to complicated specialty zoning requests. He’s a licenced 2/5/10 home builder. He can handle contemporary looks as well as classic, rustic styles. And every house he builds, Turgeon dedicates himself to building stronger and greener. When you hire Edgerock, you know you’re getting intelligence and dedication in every eco-friendly project.

Want to take a personalized home tour? Contact Rob Turgeon today. Visit edgerock.ca or call (250) 618-6185 to ind out what Edgerock can do for you.