Build your dream home within your budget

In Central Vancouver Island, this exceptional builder is Star Homes by Philip Landick Developments Ltd. For more than 30 years he has constructed homes of surprising quality within the budgets of his buyers. Even when building spec homes, he found ways to add touches of luxury without increasing the eventual cost of the home.

“We design our homes and build our homes as if we were going to move into them,” Philip said.

Initially this was literally true. This family contracting business grew out of homes Philip constructed for his family. As he completed each home, the value and workmanship in each home drew buyers – so the home would be sold and Philip would begin building again.

Star Homes now offers pre-built spec homes and custom-built homes. Philip still designs and builds each home as if it is his own. Extra touches can include slate or granite countertops; cove ceilings; hardwood floors; or heated tile floors in kitchen and/or bathrooms.

Philip often draws on his English heritage for inspiration, making a home unique with features like archways, wainscoting, cherry cabinets, brick fireplaces, or exterior stonework. His wife, Britt-Inger Hornfeldt, was born in Sweden and contributes European flair, with bright, clear colour schemes, clean lines, and well-designed kitchens.

The result is a home that the new owner loves.

"I have owned four houses in my adult lifetime, but this fourth house that Philip Landick built is the best quality home I have ever had. To say that I love it would be an understatement."

- Nancy Harvey

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The third member of this family-based contracting company is Sabrina Hornfeldt-Landick, who contributes customer relations, marketing, and a degree in design.

The company also works with an established network of sub-contractors, some of whom have been associated with Star Homes Developments for more than a decade.

Star Homes constructs both spec homes and custom homes. Each has advantages.

Spec homes are complete or near completion and offer faster occupancy. Although a spec home may be already built, the buyer can often select finishing details, such as paint, floors, and finishes. The potential homeowner can see exactly what he or she is acquiring and can move in within days or weeks.

View our current selection of completed and in-progress spec homes.

A custom home is constructed to the exact specifications of the homeowner, who controls all major decisions, from design to final paint colour and landscaping. The homeowner enjoys direct input into the creation of what is likely to be his or her most expensive lifetime purchase.

Learn more about building your customized dream home with Star Homes by Philip Landick Developments Ltd.

Budget for Luxury

Whether crafting a custom home or completing a spec home for a homeowner, Star Homes Developments specializes in balancing construction options to give the illusion of more while spending less.

“When I talk to the client, I am honest about what I can achieve within their budget. I suggest options and choices and let the homeowner decide. I find there is always a way to achieve what they want,” Philip said.

An example is the home purchased by Peter and Joan. The features in their home include an energy-efficient heat pump, eye-catching details like wall cutouts enhanced with mirrors and lights, and a design that makes the home feel much larger than it is.

For Heather and Doug, the important features of their home included a wheelchair friendly open floor plan, hardwood floors that they selected, an open Great Room, two full baths with enclosed showers, and a gas fireplace.

“We work directly with the homebuyers and help people make the best possible choices for their home,” Sabrina said. Among the options are eco-friendly choices which can also save the homeowners money.

If the future homeowners live in the area, they are welcome to tour the home as construction progresses. If they are out-of-town, they will receive in-progress photos.

Buyers of homes which are already under construction are invited to give their input on any feature that hasn’t been completed, choosing everything from roofing to flooring. This option is mid-way between a spec home and a custom-built home and combines customization of the most visible features with the faster occupancy of a spec home.

“A home is your most significant lifetime investment,” Philip said. “At Star Homes, we want to make sure it is an investment you will love.”

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