Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) are an excellent opportunity for Ontario homeowners to maximize their property's potential. Whether it's for rental income, family use, or increasing property value, the journey to develop an ADU involves navigating through several important challenges. This guide outlines practical strategies to tackle these obstacles,...
Like all other trends, the architectural design industry trends are always evolving. Designers, architects, and engineers are testing their creative limits to bring the best ideas to life with ever-increasing accuracy and precision. As we head into 2024, specific trends seem to take precedence. Continue reading for more...
Have you ever wondered where popular interior design trends originated? In this article, we discuss the sources of many prevalent styles, both old and new. Influences on Past Decades The interior design trends of the past have been mostly shaped by the economic and social forces of the...
All homes can become dated over time, even high-end estates. In addition, wear and tear from the elements and daily life may urge you to upgrade parts of your home for safety and aesthetics. It’s important, though, that your upgrades reflect the value of your home and potentially...
When you're designing a custom home, finding those niche features that completely serve your specific lifestyle is a game changer. Plus, the process of brainstorming can be extremely fun! Here are 13 innovative features to add to your custom home or home addition. 1. Hidden Wiring in the Media...
Keeping the charm while adding convenience is a challenge for older home remodels. When you bought your home, you likely fell in love with the older character elements it has. But, as you lived in it, you started to see the downsides of having a home that wasn’t...
There is more to building a house than can be captured on a checklist. But a home design/build checklist is a very good place to start. The process of how to design and build a house is so overwhelming that few people know just where to start, but...
For many, renovating a single room in their home is a big project. Renovating the whole home may seem like a bigger project than you can even prepare for. But, with time, a remodeling prep guide and a careful plan, you can break the whole home remodel into...
A whole-home renovation can feel like you’re living in a new build, except one tailored to your exact needs and tastes. It’s a lot of work to get to the final product, but the process of getting there can be stress-free and exciting if you are following a...
When you want to change your home to meet your needs, the most essential part of the process is choosing the right designer. As with any creative endeavour, if you hand over your home, no two designers will create exactly the same final project. So, hiring a designer...
