them,” Nico says. This proactive communication builds trust and strengthens client relationships, which in turn fuels repeat business and long-term partnerships. Bridgewood’s small in-house team – which currently consists of Nico Fond, Ray King, a junior engineer, an architectural designer, and a production designer – is supplemented by the resources of the Dream Home Group. That network includes more than 15 designers, estimators, and production specialists who can contribute to projects as needed. This structure allows the firm to remain agile while still leveraging a larger talent pool for complex or large-scale projects. Longstanding supplier relationships further enhance the firm’s capabilities. Through the Dream Home Group, Bridgewood maintains ties with timber and steel suppliers across British Columbia, Quebec, and Ontario, as well as vendors for fasteners and specialty materials. These established relationships support consistency in material quality and reliability in procurement, both of which are critical for high-end timber frame construction. As a recent project that illustrates the firm’s capabilities in action, Nico points to high-end custom cottage on Chandos Lake, designed with architect James Pitropov of Lakeside Architecture. That home features expansive openings, dramatic overhangs, and an upper floor that seems to float above the main level, creating significant structural challenges. Bridgewood handled all engineering for the project, integrating timber and steel elements to achieve the desired THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE CANADA
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