Some homes do more than just shelter us: they move us. It frames the light and invites a quieter, more intentional way of living.

This belief sits at the heart of West Coast Modern, a Vancouver-based real estate collective dedicated to architect-designed homes. They don’t deal in cookie-cutter builds; instead, they curate homes where design and nature meet.

Homes that reflect a philosophy of living, not simply a property type.

Their name pays homage to the modernist moment that emerged on Canada’s West Coast in the 1940s, an era defined by architects like Fred Hollingsworth, Arthur Erickson, and Ned Pratt. Drawing inspiration from their philosophy of truth to materials and harmony with nature, West Coast Modern seeks out architecturally significant homes that embody this spirit. Their mission is not only to represent these properties but to preserve their history, ensuring that the artistry and integrity of these homes continue to be celebrated and lived in.

Their ethos is simple: a home should lift the spirits. It’s a sentiment we share at Form Interiors: that design, when done with care, enhances how we live and feel every day.

Few companies capture that sense of architectural reverence quite like West Coast Modern. Their work is less about transactions and more about stewardship, protecting the stories embedded in a structure, and ensuring they’re passed on to those who appreciate them.

Take the Perry Estate, designed in 1963 by Arthur Erickson. Tucked away in North Vancouver, this cedar-clad retreat was built as a sanctuary, a place where architecture and nature blend seamlessly. Inside, teak and fir surfaces glow beneath a dramatic solstice skylight, while unglazed Japanese mother-of-pearl tiles scatter the light like ripples on water. When West Coast Modern first encountered the home, it was at risk of demolition. Co-founder Trent Rodney recognized its significance immediately and helped guide it into the hands of a new owner who would restore rather than replace. The result is more than a sale; it’s an act of preservation.

The same respect for design integrity is seen in their work with the Carmichael House, a 1957 Ron Thom masterpiece perched above West Vancouver. Built on a hexagonal grid, the home pushes against architectural convention, walls meet at unexpected angles, a polygonal kitchen island anchors the plan, and sightlines stretch through floor-to-ceiling glass toward the trees beyond. Its geometry feels bold, yet the space itself is deeply human, warm, tactile, and open to the landscape. In representing this home, West Coast Modern emphasized its artistry rather than its square footage, attracting those who value originality over conformity.

Then there’s the Courtyard House, originally built in 1961 by Hamish McIntyre and later refined by Russell Hollingsworth. Anchored by a Japanese-inspired courtyard and embedded by granite outcroppings, it turns inward, a meditation on privacy, lights, and landscape. Every room opens to views of the sea, and each renovation choice honours the intent of the original design. Only two McIntyre homes remain today, making this one’s survival an example of how thoughtful stewardship can safeguard architectural heritage.

Every home in West Coast Modern’s portfolio is selected with detail. Architecturally significant, often photographed like works of art, and always researched with detail. From mid-century icons to contemporary reimaginings, each property tells a story of vision and craftsmanship.

In an age of fast builds and fleeting trends, West Coast Modern’s approach reminds us that thoughtful design endures. A well-designed home isn’t about status; it’s about soul and what spaces will continue to inspire decades later.
At Form Interiors, we’re drawn to creaters and curators who share this philosophy: those who see design as an ongoing dialogue between people, place, and purpose. West Coast Modern embodies that conversation and reminds us how architecture, when done right, truly can lift the human spirit.

Photo Credits: All images featured in this blog are courtesy of west coast modern and have been shared with permission.