Saving homes is only part of the story. Renewal Development and BRDA are working with municipalities to shift the default from demolition to responsible building removal. We pair operational innovation with policy to make circular housing solutions scalable across Metro Vancouver.
Read MoreRenewal Development joins CAB6 to share a scalable model for repurposing homes, reducing embodied carbon, and advancing sustainable, community-focused development.
Read MoreRenewal Development is featured in a national CMHC series exploring how home relocation is helping address the housing crisis and reduce construction waste. These two stories highlight the people, policies, and partnerships driving this movement forward.
Read MoreRenewal Development is proud to be a founding member of the newly launched Building Relocation and Deconstruction Association of BC (BRDA). This industry-led alliance is working to shift the demolition-first mindset and promote responsible removal practices across the province.
Read MoreThis spring, Renewal Development was honoured to participate in the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 as part of the French Pavilion exhibition, Vivre Avec (Living With). The international exhibition invites leading designers and visionaries to explore how we can live in harmony with what already exists - embracing a circular approach to the built environment in the face of the global climate crisis.
Read MoreWhen people hear about salvaged homes, they often envision dilapidated structures, peeling paint, or outdated layouts. While these misconceptions are common, they couldn’t be further from the truth.
Read MoreWith rising demand and limited availability, finding affordable housing is a challenge for many. While traditional solutions often focus on new construction, relocating and repurposing existing homes offers an innovative and sustainable way to address housing shortages.
Read MoreWhile demolition may seem like a quick solution for clearing a site, its hidden costs are far greater than most people realize. Beyond the financial expense, traditional demolition generates enormous amounts of waste, contributes to environmental degradation, and squanders valuable materials.
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