The Construction Source

“We take pride in a job well done, and nothing says a job well done like a satisfied client,” says Mike Van Capelle, founder and owner of the company. “We do everything we can to make sure that’s what happens every time.” Mike was born into the world of construction and renovation, working with his father in the family business as soon as he was able. It’s from his father, Garry Van Capelle, that he inherited the values that shape his building philosophy to this day – values including honesty, accountability, innovation, passion, and professionalism. Armed with those values, Mike officially pursed a career in building right out of high school. He attended the three year Construction Engineering and Architecture program at Niagara College of Arts and Technology in Welland, Ontario. He then went on to work as a timber framer and draftsman for a timber framing company in BC. From there, he spent time working as both a designer and general contractor while running his own renovation business. Finally, roughly six years ago, he moved to Squamish and started the company that would become Blue Water Concepts. Shortly after arriving, Mike was approached by a client who was introduced in passive house technology. He didn’t DECEMBER 2020 “We take pride in a job well done, and nothing says a job well done like a satisfied client,” says Mike Van Capelle, founder and owner of the company. “We do everything we can to make sure that’s what happens every time.”