Description

Course Credit: 1.5 

Presented by: HAVAN’s Women’s Council & E&T Technical Advisory Group, and the W 20th team.

Refreshments sponsored by: Carbon Wise

AGENDA:

3:45PM - 4:00PM - Registration

4:00PM – 4:45PM – Presentation

4:45PM – 5:15PM – Site tour

5:15PM – 5:30PM – Networking

ABOUT:

This event kicks off with a presentation from the stellar team behind one of BC’s most forward-thinking residential builds - the home that inspired the Standardized Designs of BC.

After the presentation, we'll head into a guided site tour of the high-performance home, built using prefabricated panels and smart design strategies that push what’s possible in residential construction.

You'll hear directly from the project collaborators: Lightfoot Construction, Leckie Architecture, Carbon Wise, and the homeowner, all onsite to share insights, challenges, and key takeaways.

Come get inspired. See the future of housing in action.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• How Prefabrication Works on a Real Project: Understand the full process of using prefab panels—from design to delivery to on-site assembly. 
• On-Site Assembly Challenges and Solutions: Learn what construction issues came up during installation and how the team solved them in real time.
• Working with Standardized Designs: See how this build helped shape BC’s standardized home designs and how builders can apply those templates moving forward.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Hands-on Understanding of Prefab Workflow: Builders will leave with a clear grasp of how to plan, coordinate, and execute a prefab project from factory to site.
• Better Preparedness for On-Site Realities: You'll gain practical tips for managing real-world site challenges with prefab systems, improving your ability to avoid delays and rework.
• Ability to Align with BC’s Standardized Design Models: You’ll understand how to work within standardized design frameworks, opening doors to future-ready projects that meet evolving codes and client expectations.

SPEAKERS:

Emily Dovbniak

Senior Associate, Leckie Studio Architecture + Design

Emily Dovbniak is a senior associate at Leckie Studio, where she leads high-performance residential projects with a focus on thoughtful design and sustainability. With over a decade of experience and architecture degrees from McGill, she plays a key role in project development, team leadership, and mentoring.

Warren Lightfoot

Founder, Lightfoot Construction Ltd.

Warren Lightfoot leads Lightfoot Construction, a Port Moody–based firm known for high-end residential and commercial builds across Greater Vancouver. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in complex, design-forward projects that demand precision and creativity.

Warren’s team works closely with architects and clients to deliver builds that are both thoughtful and durable, with a strong focus on collaboration, quality, and sustainability.

Richard Chen

Homeowner & Project Collaborator

Richard Chen is the visionary homeowner behind BC’s benchmark high-performance prefab home. With a passion for low-carbon design and cutting-edge construction, he partnered closely with Lightfoot Construction, Leckie Studio, and Carbon Wise to bring the project to life.

Elisabeth Baudinaud

Principal, Carbon Wise

Elisabeth is the founder of Carbon Wise, a consultancy specializing in operational and embodied carbon in buildings. She leads a team committed to practical, climate-aligned solutions and knowledge-sharing through case studies, policy work, and industry collaboration. Her leadership has earned recognition through awards including the BC Embodied Carbon Award and the HAVAN Trailblazer Award.