Meet
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.

Build it so it still feels right decades from now.
Credentials & affiliations
Focus 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 articlesCustom 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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