0812 Building Solutions Inc.

0812 Building Solutions Inc. 0812 Building Solutions Inc, is a general contracting company with a background and a focus in architecture/design. 0812 Building Solutions Inc.

relies on forging strong relationships with Architects, Designers, Developers, and Distributors to ensure that our design/build mentality is employed from the early stages of each project. 0812 is a multi-faceted company with two main focuses:


1. Renovation and Construction

0812 has proven their capabilities since opening in 2011 on a variety of residential and commercial projects including n

ew builds, additions, interior finishing, decks and fences. Project management has been a focus throughout each project, managing sub-trades, handling client expectations and completing all carpentry and finishing work on each project.


2. Architectural Specialty Product Installation

0812 Building Solutions is a prime installer for architectural distribution companies through out Canada including VBG Distributors (Winnipeg), Shanahans Building Specialties (Winnipeg) Construction Specialties (Mississauga) and Westport Manufacturing (Vancouver). 0812 Provides a labour service and executes installation and onsite project management for a wide variety of specialty finishing products.

Details define the experience.The cabinet door closes perfectly.The drawer layout makes sense immediately.The plugins in...
06/01/2026

Details define the experience.

The cabinet door closes perfectly.
The drawer layout makes sense immediately.
The plugins integrate seamlessly.
The faucet retracts with a satisfying "thunk."
The workflow feels natural from day one.

These are the details that last long after trends move on.
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Across most custom builds in Canada, final costs land 10–20% above the original budget. In more complex or loosely defin...
05/29/2026

Across most custom builds in Canada, final costs land 10–20% above the original budget. In more complex or loosely defined projects, that gap can be even wider.

That means six-figure movement on a $1M project, once construction is underway.

The difference is rarely one decision. It’s usually many small gaps in scope, assumptions, and allowances that surface once the work begins.

We build differently.

We prioritize clarity before construction begins — detailed documentation, disciplined planning, and above all, accurate pricing. Too often, builders rely on optimistic allowances or incomplete numbers to make a project appear more affordable at the outset, only for the real costs to emerge later.

We believe clients should understand the true cost of a project from the beginning. Not as a pricing strategy, but as a reflection of how we manage work.

Predictability is part of good building.



Where craftsmanship becomes the focal point.The continuous wood slatting draws the eye through the space, bringing rhyth...
05/28/2026

Where craftsmanship becomes the focal point.

The continuous wood slatting draws the eye through the space, bringing rhythm, texture, and softness to an otherwise minimal palette. More than a finish detail, the wood becomes the architecture itself — shaping light, acoustics, and atmosphere with quiet precision.

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Good design often speaks softly.
05/26/2026

Good design often speaks softly.

We care about the vibe check.Not in a casual sense. In a practical one. A successful project depends on alignment: how d...
05/22/2026

We care about the vibe check.

Not in a casual sense. In a practical one. A successful project depends on alignment: how decisions are made, how communication happens, how problems are handled, and how people treat each other under pressure.

We’re not trying to be the builder for everyone.

We’re trying to be the right builder for clients who value detail, trust the process, and expect a high standard of ex*****on.

That usually leads to the best work.
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Modern design is often associated with simplicity—but that’s also where it can fall apart.If your only focus is on the s...
05/19/2026

Modern design is often associated with simplicity—but that’s also where it can fall apart.

If your only focus is on the surface: clean finishes, minimal detailing, etc. without taking into account the right proportions, those elements can feel flat or disconnected.

Modern spaces rely on balance. Ceiling heights, window placement, wall lengths, and how rooms transition into each other all play a role in how the home actually feels.

When those decisions aren’t resolved early, no amount of material selection will fix it later.

The simplicity people are drawn to in modern homes comes from discipline—not just aesthetics.

Most people think “custom” means choosing materials.In reality, it starts with the plan.Proportion, layout, and sightlin...
05/15/2026

Most people think “custom” means choosing materials.
In reality, it starts with the plan.
Proportion, layout, and sightlines define how a home feels long before any finishes are selected.
If those aren’t right, no amount of material upgrades will fix it.

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In construction, the lowest number is rarely the most honest one.Across custom residential and small commercial projects...
05/12/2026

In construction, the lowest number is rarely the most honest one.

Across custom residential and small commercial projects, it’s common for initial budgets to shift significantly once scope, selections, and site realities are fully understood.

We’ve seen the industry average sit well into the 10–20% overrun range. That isn’t a reflection of poor ex*****on alone. It’s often a reflection of incomplete forecasting at the start.

That's why we focus heavily on what happens before construction begins — aligning design intent, scope clarity, and cost structure so the project is set up to hold.

WoodWorks Prairie Winner | 2025 Wood Design & Building AwardsF Residence by 1x1 ArchitectureSet on family acreage in sou...
05/08/2026

WoodWorks Prairie Winner | 2025 Wood Design & Building Awards
F Residence by 1x1 Architecture

Set on family acreage in southern Manitoba, the F Residence is defined by restraint, precision, and material clarity. A single 125-foot monoslope roof anchors the home to its prairie context.

Black-stained cedar, Douglas fir, and white oak form a disciplined palette carried through structure and interior detailing. Every junction is considered. Every transition resolved.

Organized around light and openness, the home balances private and shared spaces with clarity and purpose—centred by a double-height living space and hearth.

Delivered through close collaboration between 1x1 Architecture, Wolfrom Engineering, and 0812 Building Solutions, the project reflects a shared focus on detail, ex*****on, and build quality from concept to completion.

At 0812, we build with intent—carrying design through without compromise.





Repeat clients are always a privilege. From Yujiro to Peacock, it was an honour to be trusted again for this rebrand.We ...
05/05/2026

Repeat clients are always a privilege.

From Yujiro to Peacock, it was an honour to be trusted again for this rebrand.

We had three weeks to reimagine the atmosphere— a beautiful tiled feature wall, updated lighting, and a new bar top, all designed to bring an intimate, and moody feel to the space.

A thoughtful evolution, beautifully done.

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Winnipeg, MB

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1:30am

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+12045099345

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