Vernon Renovations

Oak & Ivory is based in Kelowna and takes on renovation projects in Vernon and Coldstream. One team handles design and construction, works through your City of Vernon or District of Coldstream permits, and backs the finished work with a 1-year warranty.

15+ Years

Experience

IDC

Certified Designer

GCL

General Contractor Licensed

1-Year

Warranty

A Kelowna Design-Build Team, Serving Vernon

We are upfront about where we are: our office is at 1200 Mayfair Road in Kelowna, and Vernon is part of the wider North Okanagan area we serve. We accept Vernon projects where we can give them the same attention as work closer to home, and we will tell you on the first call whether your project and timing are a good fit.


Vernon's housing covers a lot of ground. East Hill and Mission Hill have many older homes with character worth keeping, Okanagan Landing and the Waterfront area are oriented toward the lake, and neighbourhoods such as the Foothills, Bella Vista and Predator Ridge have newer houses on hillside and resort lots. Next door, Coldstream wraps around the north end of Kalamalka Lake.


Older homes often need more than new finishes: updated electrical and plumbing, better insulation, and layouts that suit a modern kitchen. Newer homes tend to need personalising, such as a kitchen redesign or a finished basement. In Coldstream, one of the projects in our gallery is a master suite addition with a freestanding soaker tub and lake views.


Distance is the main practical difference for Vernon clients. Because our team travels from Kelowna, we group site visits, inspections and deliveries and confirm the schedule with you in advance. Choices that would normally be settled on a quick drop-in are handled through photos, drawings and scheduled calls, so the project keeps moving between visits.

Vernon, Coldstream and RDNO Permits Are Separate

Building permits for property inside city limits go through the City of Vernon, which also flags whether a lot is in a development permit area or near a watercourse. Coldstream is its own municipality, so applications there are made to the District of Coldstream, with building inspection provided through the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO). Rural electoral areas around Vernon are handled by the RDNO building department. If your home was built before 1990, WorkSafeBC also requires a hazardous materials survey before renovation work disturbs it. We confirm the right authority for your address and manage the applications.

Interior designer and contractor planning a Vernon home renovation

Renovations We Take On in Vernon and Coldstream

Bright renovated kitchen by Oak & Ivory Building Co.

Homes, Old and New

We renovate kitchens, bathrooms and basements, carry out whole-home renovations, and design additions such as primary suites. In character homes, we look for the details worth keeping and plan upgrades around them. Secondary suites are a common request as well; the City of Vernon requires a building permit for a suite, and we design to those requirements from the first sketch. See our kitchen renovation and bathroom renovation pages for more on each.

Modern conference room with long wooden table, black chairs, brick accent wall, and glass partitions

Business Spaces and Design Help

We take on commercial renovations for offices and retail spaces in Vernon, planned around your operations. If you need design direction more than construction, interior design and colour consulting can be booked as separate services.

Vernon Areas We Serve

We serve homeowners in Vernon neighbourhoods including East Hill, Mission Hill, Okanagan Landing, the Foothills, Bella Vista and Predator Ridge, as well as the District of Coldstream. Between Kelowna and Vernon we also work throughout Lake Country (see Lake Country renovations). To see finished work, including the Coldstream master suite addition, visit the project gallery, or read about our general contracting and our story.

From Our Clients

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We absolutely loved working with Oak & Ivory building co, they paid attention to every detail and built our home with quality and care. We are so grateful we chose them to build our home

The Lardbourg's

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If you are looking for a quality renovation and some good laughs along the way, these are your guys. The whole process was seamless and stress free, organized and well executed. I would refer these guys any day! Thank you Patrick and Danielle for taking the anxiety out of such a huge renovation

The McCormick's

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Danielle and her team made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their team was professional, responsive, and detail-oriented from start to finish, and the results exceeded our expectations. We'd gladly recommend them to anyone looking for quality carpentry and reliable service.

Faith Collins

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I used Danielle and her team for a recent renovation project on my kitchen and couldnt be happier with the results! It was a complete remodel and between the designing to installation, Danielle made sure everything was on budget and time.

Sandy Bengag

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I highly recommend Oak & Ivory for your next project. Danielle transformed my place into a beautiful sanctuary. She showed integrity and trust throughout the project, and her designs are top tier. She’s also an experienced project manager with a great team behind her every step of the way.

Rhoda Calona

Why Vernon Homeowners Call a Kelowna Team

Design and Construction Together

Working with one team means you are not coordinating a designer and a contractor who have never met. Danielle Ursulan is both a certified interior designer and a licensed general contractor, and she stays involved from concept to completion.

Experience and Accountability

We bring more than 15 years of experience and are members of the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA). Permits, scheduling and trade coordination are handled for you, with clear communication between site visits.

How We Run a Vernon Project

1. First Call

We talk through your project by phone, confirm we can take it on, and book a visit to your Vernon or Coldstream home.

2. On-Site Consultation

We walk the space, check its age and condition, and discuss your goals and budget range.

3. Design Package

Floor plans, finishes, lighting and colour are developed together and reviewed with you before the work is priced.

4. Pricing and Permits

You receive a clear scope with transparent pricing, and we apply to the City of Vernon, the District of Coldstream or the RDNO as required.

5. Managed Build

Trades and materials are scheduled in sequence, with site supervision and regular updates so you always know what is next.

6. Completion

A final walkthrough closes out the details, and your renovation is backed by our 1-year warranty.

Peace of Mind After the Build

1-Year Warranty

Vernon and Coldstream renovations carry the same 1-year warranty as our Kelowna projects. We will explain it before you sign anything.

Paperwork Handled

We prepare permit applications, track approvals and book inspections, whichever local government covers your property.

Clear Communication

With our office in Kelowna, site visits and updates are planned in advance, so you are never left guessing about progress.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Vernon Renovation Questions Answered

Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out directly, we're happy to help.

  • Are you based in Vernon?

    No. Oak & Ivory is based at 1200 Mayfair Road in Kelowna, and we serve Vernon and Coldstream as part of the North Okanagan. We will let you know on the first call whether we can take on your project.

  • Who issues building permits in Vernon and Coldstream?

    Inside Vernon city limits, the City of Vernon issues building permits. Coldstream properties apply through the District of Coldstream, and rural electoral areas around Vernon go through the Regional District of North Okanagan.

  • Can you renovate an older home in East Hill or Mission Hill?

    Yes. We plan around the character features you want to keep and update systems such as electrical, plumbing and insulation. For homes built before 1990, a hazardous materials survey is required before renovation work begins.

  • Have you worked in Coldstream?

    Yes. Our gallery includes a Coldstream master suite addition with a freestanding soaker tub and Okanagan lake views.

  • What warranty do you offer on Vernon renovations?

    Every Oak & Ivory renovation, in Vernon or anywhere else we work, comes with a 1-year warranty.

  • How do I start a renovation in Vernon?

    Call (250) 469-4779 or book a free consultation. We will talk through your plans, confirm fit and timing, and arrange a visit.

Thinking About a Vernon Renovation?

Call (250) 469-4779 or book a free consultation. We will talk through your project, explain how we work with Vernon clients from our Kelowna base, and outline the permits involved.