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MarkVan Ek

Founder & President

Mark Van Ek founded Venture Pacific and leads its construction side. With more than 40 years in construction management and building, across residential, commercial, and large public facilities in BC and Western Canada, he sets the standard for how every home and multiplex is built.

Mark brings the hands-on expertise that turns an approved plan into a finished building. He leads construction and quality across both sides of the company: the custom homes and renovations Venture Pacific builds, and the multiplex developments it delivers with homeowners and investors. His approach is calm and straightforward, built on collaboration, alignment, and transparency with clients and trades alike.

That depth of experience is also why Venture Pacific can carry the construction risk on its development projects. Whether the work is a heritage restoration, a new custom home, or an eleven-unit multiplex, quality control is built into every stage rather than checked at the end. Under Mark's leadership the company has earned multiple Georgie and HAVAN award recognitions, British Columbia's most respected residential construction honours.

Portrait of Mark Van Ek, Founder and President of Venture Pacific

Build it so it still feels right decades from now.

Focus areas

003 areas

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Construction leadership

Running the build and the on-site logistics from groundwork through to occupancy.

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Quality control

Standards held at every stage so the finished home performs for the long term.

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Structural & design standards

Decades of builder expertise behind every project's integrity and modern detailing.

Articles by Mark

037 articles

Custom Homes

Laneway Homes and Garden Suites: What Owners Should Know

September 18, 2026 · 7 min read

Custom Homes

How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home in Metro Vancouver?

September 14, 2026 · 7 min read

Renovations

Adding a Second Storey or Building New: How to Decide

September 10, 2026 · 7 min read

Renovations

Heritage Home Restoration in Vancouver: What Owners Should Know

September 6, 2026 · 8 min read

Renovations

Moving a House Instead of Demolishing It: How It Works in BC

September 2, 2026 · 6 min read

Renovations

House Lifting in Vancouver: When Raising Your Home Makes Sense

August 29, 2026 · 7 min read

Construction

How we build quality control into every multiplex project

August 25, 2026 · 7 min read

Renovations

Planning a Home Addition in Metro Vancouver: Cost, Permits, and Timeline

August 25, 2026 · 7 min read

Construction

What to expect during multiplex construction in Vancouver

August 23, 2026 · 7 min read

Renovations

Restoring a Heritage or Character Home in Vancouver: Process, Permits, and Cost Drivers

August 23, 2026 · 8 min read

Renovations

What Does a Basement Renovation Cost in Metro Vancouver?

August 21, 2026 · 7 min read

Custom Homes

Should You Buy Land First or Find the Builder First?

August 17, 2026 · 5 min read

Renovations

High-Performance Homes in Vancouver: BC Energy Step Code

August 15, 2026 · 5 min read

Construction

BC Energy Step Code: what it means for a new multiplex

August 12, 2026 · 8 min read

Custom Homes

What is a Construction Manager, and Do You Actually Need One?

August 11, 2026 · 6 min read

News & Awards

Venture Pacific Named Georgie Awards Finalist in Three Categories for 2026

August 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Contracts & Costs

How Much Does It Cost to Renovate in Vancouver in 2026

August 7, 2026 · 5 min read

Contracts & Costs

Why Construction Costs in Vancouver Move Fast, and How to Stay Ahead of Them

August 5, 2026 · 4 min read

News & Awards

Venture Pacific Wins HAVAN Award 2026 for Best Kitchen Renovation

August 3, 2026 · 3 min read

Custom Homes

Luxury Home Builder Collaboration That Protects Design Integrity

August 1, 2026 · 5 min read

Renovations

What Homeowners Wish They Knew Before Renovating

July 30, 2026 · 4 min read

Contracts & Costs

Cost Plus vs Fixed Price Contracts in Vancouver

July 28, 2026 · 7 min read

Contracts & Costs

What Soft Costs Should You Expect Before Building a Custom Home?

July 24, 2026 · 7 min read

News & Awards

Venture Pacific Receives Certified Renovation Company Designation from CHBA BC

July 22, 2026 · 3 min read

Custom Homes

How to Hire a Custom Builder You Can Trust

July 22, 2026 · 6 min read

Construction

What drives construction cost on a small multiplex

July 22, 2026 · 7 min read

Renovations

Energy-Efficient Upgrades That Boost Resale Value

July 20, 2026 · 5 min read

Custom Homes

How We Make Projects Simple for Designers and Architects

July 18, 2026 · 6 min read

Renovations

Custom Home or Major Renovation: Which Is Right for You?

July 16, 2026 · 6 min read

Contracts & Costs

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Vancouver?

July 14, 2026 · 6 min read

Contracts & Costs

The Truth About Cost-Plus Contracts

July 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Custom Homes

The Importance of Selecting Your Builder Early

July 10, 2026 · 3 min read

Custom Homes

The Essential Role of an Interior Designer in Building a Custom Home

July 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Contracts & Costs

The Power of Certainty: Fixed Price Contracts in Residential Construction

July 6, 2026 · 6 min read

News & Awards

Venture Pacific Named 2023 Georgie Award Finalist for Kitsilano Home Renovation

July 4, 2026 · 4 min read

Contracts & Costs

The Building Permit Process in Vancouver, Step by Step

June 30, 2026 · 4 min read

Renovations

Get the Best ROI With These 5 Home Efficiency Upgrades

June 28, 2026 · 4 min read

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