Our Team

We love the challenge of turning ideas into reality.

We’re proud of the team we’ve built. From lead carpenters to labourers, our crew is experienced, skilled, and committed to quality. Most have been with us for years, and all bring care, insight, and energy to every build. You’ll get to know them as your project takes shape — the kind of people you’ll be glad to see around town long after the job is done.

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Co-Founder, Sunshine Coast General Manager

As a co-founder of HLS and our General Manager on the lower Sunshine Coast, Marlin is involved in every part of the process. Born and raised locally, he knows what it takes to build here — the materials, the trades, the community, and the finish. He’s known for pulling together high-performing teams, keeping logistics humming, and making complex projects feel smooth. His eye for detail, love of native materials, and dedication to clean, timeless craftsmanship help define the HLS style.

tel: 604.989.1728
email: marlin@h ansonlan dandsea.com

Marlin Hanson

Co-Founder, Powell River-qathet General Manager

Ryan leads our Powell River projects and brings big-picture thinking to the company. With a background in marine systems and over a decade co-running HLS, Ryan is at his best when solving complex problems, shaping timber, and building high-functioning teams. He’s always looking ahead and pushing our work to be better, smarter, and more beautiful.

tel: 604.413.7170
email: ryan@hansonlandandsea.com

Ryan Hanson

“Thanks so much to the Hanson Land & Sea team for an amazing experience! Great project and cost management, good communication throughout and a highly professional team of craftsmen that really care about their work and produce high quality results! I would definitely recommend Hanson Land and Sea to anyone interested in building their dream home.”

- CHRIS BATTSON
“Ryan & Marlin designed & built our small studio cottage. They were wonderful to deal with and paid attention to details. As a P. Eng. and Project Manager involved in the construction industry for over 50 years I could see that they were knowledgeable and did a good job managing their costs, schedule and dealt well with their subs and authorities. They worked well with us to design the studio and provided a cost effective solution for the associated septic system. All said we would highly recommend Hanson Land & Sea as an excellent and reliable turn key contractor for our type of project.”

- RANDOLPH ARNETT, P. ENG.

Let’s build something extraordinary

Ready to bring your vision to life? Let’s create something extraordinary, together. Contact us today, and let’s get started on your custom home, renovation, or outdoor project.

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