OUR PODS

ORCA’s modular product line serves a broad range of scenarios in Canada and North America, catering to end-users, developers, landowners, and self-builders alike. Whether you’re exploring eco-tourism, expanding living space, looking for a secondary dwelling, generating additional revenue, or pursuing a new development project, we have you covered. Our offerings range from fully finished PODs to LGS frame kits for those who prefer a more hands-on building experience. We strive not only to create a premium product but also provide a unique and unforgettable customer experience that makes the process as easy on you (or your business) as possible with fast build and delivery times.

THE JAY

The Jay is a compact and efficient home design, perfect for those looking to add a home office, secondary dwelling, or downsize their living space. With 375 square feet of space, the open concept design offers a comfortable and functional layout, with one bedroom and one bathroom. The inclusion of high-end finishing, such as the use of quality materials and attention to detail, ensures that the Jay is both stylish and practical. This home design is a great choice for anyone who wants to maximize their living space while still enjoying the comfort and luxury of a well-designed home

 

375SQFT.       1 BED 1 BATH        29′ X 15′

 

THE QUAIL

The Quail is a great option for those looking for a smaller and efficient home design, with 702 square feet of open concept living space that offers a comfortable and functional layout with two bedroom and one bathroom. The high-end finishing and use of quality materials, along with the attention to detail, make this home design both stylish and practical. The open concept design allows for maximum use of space and natural light, making it a great choice for those who want to maximize their living space while still enjoying the comfort and luxury of a well-designed home. Whether you’re looking to add a home office, secondary dwelling, or downsize your living space, the Quail is a great option to consider.

 

702SQFT      2 BED 1 BATH      50X 14 

 

NIGHTINGALE

With its open concept living space, high-end finishes, and energy-efficient features, the Nightingale l offers a comfortable and functional layout that is perfect for those looking for a smaller, but still luxurious living space. The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom design provides enough space for a small family, or can be used as a secondary suite or income property. 

Additionally, the use of quality materials and attention to detail ensure that the Nightingale is both stylish and practical, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a sustainable and eco-friendly living option

 

 

                                                                               800 SQFT       2 Bed, 1 Bath.      50′ X 16′

   

WREN

The Wren also offers a comfortable and functional layout, with an open concept design that allows for maximum use of space and natural light. The one bedroom and one bathroom make it the perfect choice for singles or couples who want to live in a stylish, practical, and sustainable home. The use of high-end materials and attention to detail in the design and construction of the Wren ensure that it is both beautiful and functional, making it a great choice for anyone looking to live in a sustainable and eco-friendly home. Whether you’re looking for a compact and efficient home, a secondary dwelling, or a standalone home that fits your unique lifestyle, the Wren is a great option to consider.

 

                  741 SQFT          1 BED 1 BATH         46′ 4″ X 16

 

SWALLOW

The Swallow is a great option for those looking for a secondary suite or short-term rental on their property. With 960 square feet of living space, the 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom design offers a comfortable and functional layout with a large open concept living and kitchen space. The 16′ by 60′ footprint provides ample space for a functional living area, while the functional storage and light Scandinavian design accents offer a stylish and practical solution. The open concept design allows for maximum use of space and natural light, making it a great choice for those looking to add a space to their property while still enjoying the comfort and luxury of a well-designed home.

 

 

 

                  960 SQFT          2 BED 1 BATH         60′ X 16 ‘

 

‘A combination of clear pricing, eco-friendly benefits and efficient build processes’

COLOUR SCHEMES

TWILIGHT

The Twilight design palette offers a stylish and modern take on home design, with a focus on sleek, low maintenance materials and a sophisticated color scheme. The combination of slate grey siding, matte cabinets, and white oak flooring creates a harmonious look, while the light wood accents and herringbone backsplash add visual interest and warmth.

 

The large porcelain tiles in the bathrooms add to the overall sleekness of the design, while the complementary fixtures and under-mount sink ensure functionality and practicality. Overall, the Twilight design palette seems to offer the perfect balance of style and functionality for a contemporary home.

DAYBREAK

The Daybreak design palette is a beautiful, light and airy take on contemporary home design. The focus on low maintenance siding and clear cedar or hemlock accents create a stunning look while also being practical and functional. The LED strip light in the wood nook is a great touch, adding both curb appeal and ambiance to the exterior.

In the interior, the matte white cabinets combined with wood accents, leathered quartz stone counters, and porcelain Herringbone backsplash create a stunning kitchen that is both stylish and functional. The wide plank creamy white oak flooring is a perfect complement, adding warmth and lightness to the main living spaces and bedrooms. The large porcelain tiles in the bathrooms are a great choice, as they are both stylish and practical, and the natural colors of the home give it a modern, warm and inviting feel. Overall, the Daybreak design palette seems like a beautiful, modern, and functional choice for a contemporary home

LIGHT GAUGE STEEL

ORCA PODs are framed with our light gauge steel (LGS). Galvanized steel structures have a life span of 300 years and are built to resist earthquakes, high winds, and extreme temperatures. Other benefits of LGS framed homes include:

 

• Resource sustainability—ORCA frames are made with 100% recycled steel.

• LGS is resistant to rot, mold, and insect damage. Our steel is galvanized (G90) so it will not rust.

• Light gauge steel homes are lightweight so do not require the same foundation or number of pilings as a traditional build. This saves homeowners money on their site prep.

INSULATION AND SIDING

Our PODs are insulated with a rigid foam board insulation. This warm frame construction has no thermal break (as experienced in traditional stick builds), resulting in a high-performance home with reduced heating and cooling costs. The board insulation gives an R26 value for walls and R36 value for the roof.

 

The siding and roof are finished off with an upkeep-free, standing seam metal cladding. Optionally, cedar or hemlock tongue and groove cladding can be added as a finishing detail. The wood is treated with a low-maintenance stain that compliments the standing metal.

 

WINDOWS AND DOORS

The PODs are finished with high quality black casement windows. Benefits of casement windows (compared with sliding windows):

 

• better views

• greater ventilation

• superior security

• higher energy efficiency

 

Our PODs include a large number of windows and sliding doors to allow plenty of natural light into the interior of your home. Most of our models (Quail, Wren, Swallow, Swift and Osprey) include a 16’ oversized sliding door which opens to allow for seamless indoor/outdoor living.

 

FLOOR COVERINGS

ORCA PODs include either a 9.5″ wide plank engineered hardwood in a white oak finish or a vinyl wood plank tile which is incorporated throughout the bedrooms, kitchen, and living spaces. The use of the same material throughout the living spaces makes the home feel larger and provides a clean aesthetic.

The bathrooms are finished with large 24″ by 48″ porcelain tile both on the floors and shower walls. Inspired by Sicilian stone, this tile is a tribute to the natural richness of limestone.

PODs with a mudroom option incorporate vinyl click tile for durability. Homeowners have a choice to keep with the natural decor of the home or incorporate a unique vinyl design into this space.

SMART TECHNOLOGY

ORCA PODs are equipped with smart technology from lighting to the whole ECHO Home Hub. Smart lighting, heating, home security, and surveillance (all of which can be controlled remotely) are available.

Technologies included or offered with the ORCA PODs:

 

ECHO Home Hub

Lutron Lighting System

Ring Video Doorbell

August Wireless Home Lock

 

FINISHINGS, FIXTURES, AND LIGHTING

ORCA PODs cabinetry, lighting, and fixtures have all been carefully selected by our design team based on our years of experience in home finishing.

 

The kitchen and bathroom cabinets are both high quality and functional. Layout and design have been carefully planned, taking into consideration what homeowners need.

 

Lighting has been chosen for both aesthetics and functionality within the space. Additional lighting has been added to areas such as kitchen islands, where more light is required for daily tasks. Our fixtures are all high quality, durable options that have been selected to not just wow, but to last