Income Spaces in Kelowna & the Okanagan
Smart Spaces for Smart Living
When we built our first home back in 2012, a financial advisor encouraged us to include a small rental suite, and that advice changed the way we build.
Since then, every home we’ve built has included some form of income space — from compact studios to full one-bedroom suites, and now our current full scale short-term rental property. Each one has taught us how to design for privacy, comfort, and long-term value.
At North Grove Homes, we help clients do the same. From adding a legal suite, building a carriage home, or creating a short-term rental, we design income spaces that blend seamlessly with your main home and work for both you and your future guests
Why Build an Income Space?
The Okanagan lifestyle and housing market make secondary suites and short-term rentals an ideal way to create flexibility and financial freedom.
When designed well, these spaces can:
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Provide passive income that supports your mortgage or retirement.
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Offer a private space for family or guests without compromising your main home.
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Increase your property’s resale value and appeal to a wider range of buyers.
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Allow you to adapt your home as life changes — from rental to studio, office, or guest space.
Each income space we build is thoughtfully designed to meet zoning, safety, and privacy requirements, while still feeling warm and welcoming.
Our Experience
We don’t just build these spaces, we’ve lived them.
From our first small studio suite in 2012 to our family’s full-scale Airbnb, we’ve learned what makes income spaces successful over the long term:
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Layouts that prioritize sound separation and privacy.
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Durable finishes that hold up to regular use.
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Efficient designs that make compact spaces feel open and bright.
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Smart integration with existing utilities and systems.
It’s this combination of firsthand experience and construction expertise that helps our clients design spaces that are both beautiful and profitable.
Types of Income Spaces We Build
Legal Basement Suites
Designed to maximize comfort and rental appeal while meeting local codes.
Carriage Homes & Laneway Houses
Independent structures that add value and flexibility to your property.
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Short-Term Rentals & Guest Houses
Purpose-built spaces designed to attract guests and generate consistent returns.
Studio or Flex Spaces
Multi-use layouts that adapt as your needs change for work, guests, or rental.
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