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A NEW ERA OF HOMEBUILDING

Exceptional, architectural custom homes for a fraction of the cost and time.

The Problem

We still build houses the same way we did over 100 years ago. In an era of innovation and transformative shifts, construction has been left behind.

LABOUR INTENSIVE

RISING PRICES

COST UNCERTAINTY

LONG TIMELINES

LABOUR INTENSIVE

Labor constitutes 60% of house costs, compared to 10% for cars.

RISING PRICES

Homebuilding costs have surged by 51% since 2020.

COST UNCERTAINTY

85% of projects blow the budget, with an average overrun of 27%.

LONG TIMELINES

On average, projects are 2 months late compared to the original estimate.

Building a home is expensive, slow, and full of unknowns.
It’s time for a change.

Welcome to the era of custom home assembly.

A better way to build.

Take Place homes are assembled from a proprietary kit of high-quality, precision-engineered, purpose-built components, all the way from the structural beams to door jambs.

The result is a stunning, high quality home, delivered for a fixed price, so you don’t need to worry about cost overruns.

BUILD TIMELINE

Up to 4x faster to build on site.

TAKE PLACE

3 MONTHS

CONVENTIONAL CUSTOM

13 MONTHS

SUBTRADES

Up to 4x fewer subtrades required.

TAKE PLACE

5 TRADES

CONVENTIONAL CUSTOM

22 TRADES

A first-of-its-kind custom home, built entirely from a kit of parts.

Design yours

SYSTEM 01

Introducing System 01: Nokta. Nokta is a fully customizable modern home, featuring stunning cathedral ceilings, exposed timber beams, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Perfect for the next chapter of your life.

DESIGN

Designed by an award-winning architectural team.

Our world class design team has obsessed over every single inch of the system to ensure that each component is smart, beautiful, and installs with unmatched precision.

DETAILS

Designed to the last detail
Each detail has been thoughtfully designed, from the ‘infinity edge’ windows, to the minimal low-profile door jambs, to the ultrawide pivot entry door.

MATERIALS

Natural materials
Natural materials are the cornerstone of a carefully curated material palette. Real wood finishes elevate the home, and help to create warm, inviting spaces.

SPACES

Open and bright spaces
Large expanses of glass allow for sweeping views and an abundance of natural light, welcoming the outside in to the architectural, free-flowing spaces.

CUSTOMIZED

You're unique, and your home should be too.

SIZE

One size doesn't fit all
Nokta can be sized to your family and needs. With a standard width of 20 ft, and adjustable length in 80 sqft increments, any size from 800 to 3000+ sqft is available.

EXTRAS

Add-ons, à la carte
Add on extras from our always-growing product ecosystem of compatible accessories, featuring balconies, decks, built-ins, lighting and more.

LAYOUT

Tailored to your site and lifestyle
Our world-class architectural team works with you to design a bespoke layout that responds to your property’s views, the site orientation, and the way you live.
Make it yours
Choose from a meticulously curated selection of high-quality, long-lasting material options for everything from flooring and wall finishes to cabinets and countertops.

CLADDING

MILLWORK

ECO-CONSCIOUS

Pushing the envelope on sustainability.

SUSTAINABLE BY DESIGN

Where innovation meets environmental responsibility. Build a home that prioritizes the planet and your energy bill.

CO2 SAVINGS

Up to 46% less carbon emissions.

TAKE PLACE

110

KG CO2E/M2

CONVENTIONAL

207

KG CO2E/M2

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Hyper-insulated R-33 wall panels.

Proprietary wall panels feature over 1.5x the code minimum r-value, reducing energy usage and operational costs.
An air source heat pump provides heating and cooling with remarkable energy efficiency.

WASTE

Up to 60% less waste than conventional.

TAKE PLACE

8.5

KG WASTE/M2

CONVENTIONAL

21.5

KG WASTE/M2

MATERIALS

Sustainable, renewable materials.

Mass timber structure
Insulation made with recycled material
Recyclable, fire-resistant wall panels

Standard Features

Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows

Jumbo-width solid-core pivot doors

Fire, water, mold, and bacteria resistant wall panels

Fisher & Paykel appliances

23' high cathedral ceilings

Hardwood flooring

Proprietary R-33 envelope panels

Air source heat pump heating and cooling

Built-ins and smart storage

Long-lasting standing seam metal roofing

Exposed glulam mass timber structure

Your next chapter awaits.

Whether it's in the middle of a forest...

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Take Place homes pack flat, making them great for remote locations

...on an urban infill lot...

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Nokta has its own underframe, but can be modified for a basement.

...or on the side of a mountain.

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Our stilt and chassis system works great for uneven terrain.

Our leadership team has decades of experience.

Clayton Salkeld
Founder and president
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Prior to founding Take Place, Clayton led Design-Built, an award-winning practice he founded in 2005 that was renowned for its approach to building some of the most well-designed and comprehensively detailed homes in the industry.

With a hands-on process from design all the way through every phase of construction, Design-Built ran a full production shop alongside and in support of its design projects.  Throughout his 20+ years in the industry, Clayton has seen firsthand the industry's inefficiencies, kickstarting the development of the take place system.
Royce O'Toole
Co-Founder and vice president
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Royce boasts nearly a decade of industry experience, having worked in acclaimed design and architecture firms Design-Built and 5468796 Architecture, as well as in various sectors of the construction industry.

Armed with multiple degrees in design, including a Master’s degree in Architecture, he has been recognized for his outstanding architectural research with a medal from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada.
David Lewis
FOUNDING PARTNER AND DIRECTOR OF SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
David is a serial entrepreneur with a track record of founding multiple successful companies, where he played pivotal roles in marketing, business operations, and supply chain management.

Additionally, he holds a real estate license and specializes in real estate marketing in Whistler, BC. David spearheads sales and business development efforts in Western Canada.

Compare

Conventional Custom

Build timeline

3-5 months

6-18 months

Cost

Starting at $310/SQFT

$450-1,000/SQFT

Wall insulation

R-33

R-22

Carbon emitted per m2

Approx. 100 KG

Approx. 207 KG

Waste generated per m2

Approx 8.5 KG

Approx. 21.5 KG

Fixed price costing

Yes

No

FAQ

How is Take Place different than other prefab / modular construction methods?

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Take Place homes are built from a comprehensive kit of prefabricated, ready-to-install components. Different than most modular construction approaches, we’ve designed our components to be completely inter-compatible and flat-packable, to reduce shipping costs, allow for greater customizability, and maintain quick and predictable assembly on site.

Are Take Place homes customizable?

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Yes! We believe that a great home is only great if it responds to the land its on and the needs of its inhabitants. Every single Take Place home is tailored to the client and site as a fully complementary service.

What are the dimensions of the home?

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Take Place homes are customizable in size and layout, but our first system, Nokta, is two storeys tall and 20' wide, but customizable in length anywhere from 25' long to 100+ feet long. You can choose how much second storey living space you want, and the rest will be open to the 23' high cathedral ceilings.

Is there a single storey version?

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Our first system, Nokta, will always be most economical when there is some living area on the second floor. Our second system will be a narrower, single storey system, and will be available in 2025.

Who builds the homes?

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We work with local authorized builders to complete on-site assembly.

Can I assemble it myself?

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The assembly of a Take Place home requires heavy machinery and construction experience, and would be challenging for a homeowner unless they were a contractor themselves. However, we intend to make System 2 able to be assembled by a handy homeowner.

Where is Take Place available?

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Take Place is currently available in Manitoba and British Columbia. We are actively working to expand our delivery and install network, and if you have a project anywhere else in Canada, don’t hesitate to reach out!

How long does it take to get a Take Place home?

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The design, permitting and manufacturing phase typically takes about 2-3 months, and the site assembly typically takes about 3-5 months.

How much does a Take Place home cost?

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Take Place homes start around $310 CAD per square foot, depending on location, size and finishes. This includes everything except for the foundation, delivery to site, and site hookups.

Do I need permits?

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Yes you do, but our team will take care of obtaining all the required permits to make the process as easy as possible for you.

Where are Take Place homes made?

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Most of our components are manufactured in Manitoba, Canada, including all of the timber and steel components, proprietary wall panels, windows, doors, and millwork.

How does electrical, plumbing and HVAC work?

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By design, all of the wall and ceiling cavities in a Take Place home are accessible, allowing for standard plumbing, electrical and ductwork to be run throughout the home.

Do Take Place homes come with a warranty?

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Yes! Our homes include home warranty with the following coverage:
1 year - Materials and Labour Coverage,
2 years - Mechanical Systems Coverage,
5 years - Foundation Water Penetration Coverage,
10 years - Structural Defect Coverage.