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Modern Home Magazine Feature

“We’re pleased to announce our collaboration with SC Smith Building Company in our upcoming Modern Home Lookbook, Volume 6.

Featuring the Aera Cabins—an architecturally designed lakefront retreat set on the shores of beautiful Cowichan Lake.

For over 35 years, SC Smith Building Company has been shaping thoughtfully crafted homes across Vancouver Island—where timeless craftsmanship meets a modern approach to residential design and construction.

Led by third-generation tradesman Steve Smith, he brings more than 25 years of hands-on trade experience to every project. Rooted in carpentry and informed by a deep understanding of all phases of building, Steve and his team are known for their attention to detail, collaborative process, and commitment to elevating the client experience.

Award-winning, Built Green Gold certified and trusted by clients who return—and refer—time and time again.”

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Modern living room with high, sloped wood ceilings, large windows showing trees, a stone fireplace, and contemporary furniture with floral decorations.

Pearl Magazine

“Steve Smith was amazing,” said Aaron. “He understood what we wanted and went about making it happen. Now our house is rated as a platinum Built Green build.”

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A modern white two-story house with large windows and a metal roof, illuminated outside with warm lighting, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and garden, and a boat parked on a trailer near the trees in the background.

Boulevard Magazine

“To help achieve that heritage sense, Steve Smith from SC Smith building used reclaimed wood for the ceiling beams and mantel, spending weeks researching suppliers and eventually taking a trip to Vancouver to sort through dozens of house-high piles of old wooden planks and boards to find exactly the right pieces.”

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A cozy backyard patio with two yellow Adirondack chairs, a small table with candles, and a large tree, adjacent to a two-story house with lit windows and open double doors.
Modern kitchen with white island, gray cabinets, open shelves, and natural light streaming in. Dining table with chairs and decorative plants visible.
Modern kitchen with gray cabinets, a white countertop, a bouquet of pink flowers in a beige vase, a microwave, and a toaster on the counter.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a dining table with black chairs. A large white vase with flowers is on the table, and glass cabinet doors reveal dishes and glasses inside. A pendant light hangs from the wooden ceiling
Bright laundry room with white cabinetry, a white sink with a gold faucet, and a window with white blinds, decorated with a vase of pink flowers.

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Boulevard Magazine logo in black text on a white background.
The logo of Homes & Living, featuring the brand name in bold black letters with an ampersand in a lighter color.
Modern Home logo with pink circle and stylized 'mh' initials beside the text 'modern home' in pink.