COMFORT IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY HOMES
The energy efficiency of Canadian homes has improved greatly over the years. Thanks to major advances in building science and product innovation, today’s new homeowner can expect to use only…
ALL DECKED OUT FOR WINTER
With winter just around the corner, now is a good time to check the exterior of your home in preparation for the colder weather. Some points to consider include: Gutter…
LIGHT, LOCAL AND BUILT-IN MAKES SPACE FOR A NEW CONDO
Renovations present many options for a homeowner. In the case of a Vancouver condo overlooking False Creek, faced with repairs due to water damage, the homeowners took the opportunity to…
Creating an Ultra Modern Home
Ovation Award Winner: Best Custom Home: $1.5 million – Under $3 million Ovation Award Winner: Best Interior Design HAVAN Builder: Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd. To view this project and…
Solutions to Help Reduce Energy Use this Winter.
REDUCE YOUR USE. On October 9, 2018, an Enbridge-owned natural gas transmission pipeline ruptured near Prince George, BC. While the pipeline has been repaired and returned to service, it is…
TO BE BLUNT: NAVIGATING CANNABIS USE IN THE WORKPLACE
Recreational cannabis will be legal in Canada in two days: October 17, 2018. Adults who are 19 years of age and older will be permitted to legally possess, share, purchase…
Global Inspiration for Your Vancouver Custom Home Design
When planning your custom home design, inspiration is key. Before Designers start a new project, they will often spend some time looking at interesting ideas and styles from around the…
Music Makes the Home
Music is core to our being. Homes filled with music are filled with more laughter, more love and more family togetherness. Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning become more enjoyable…
How to Make Your Home Look Stunning All The Time
Want your home to look pleasing to the eye, especially when you’re having guests over? We have the simple yet powerful trick. The Pillow Fluff. This trick gets missed all…
When was the last time you checked the condition of your windows?
Homes that are over 20 years old with the original windows are typically due for an upgrade. Well-designed windows play a variety of important roles and can improve your home’s…
5 Tips For Your Home Intrusion and Detection System to Keep You Safer and More Secure
1) Replace Ionization with Photoelectric Smoke Detectors Most residential fire fatalities are due to smoke inhalation. In smoldering fires, ionization smoke detectors respond an average of 15 to 50 minutes…
Making the switch to LED
Everyone has heard over the past years how LED’s have a positive effect on the environment, or how LEDs can help save households money in the long run. But not…
Creating That Dream Ensuite
“Timeless, elegant, simple and uncluttered.” Marg knew the style she wanted for her renovated master bedroom ensuite, but she didn’t know where to start. She went online and visited…
Kitchen Design Trends for 2019
With every new year comes new trends for the world of interior design and 2019 will not disappoint with what it has in store. Keep reading to see a snapshot…
Energy efficiency upgrades for your home
In the last few years there has been a National effort to reverse Climate Change and one of those efforts is to make homes more energy efficient. The energy used…
STONE CAN ADD A TOUCH OF MODERN STYLE TO ANY ROOM OF YOUR HOME
Stone has long been one of the foundations for home construction. Its rounded shape and smooth texture make it the perfect decorative accent for any room in your house. Incorporating…
FIRST IMPRESSION
Make sure the Material you Choose for the Outside Reflects what you want to Achieve on the Inside. Building a home can be extremely stressful – choosing finishes and styles, and…
Building, and Enjoying the Deck of Your Dreams
Outdoor living space is often a family’s favourite place for leisure time. Whether for barbeques, dining, playing or simply relaxing, a deck is not just an addition to the home…
Trustee Troubles – A Newly Defined Duty to Disclose Labour and Material Payment Bonds
The purpose of a labour and material payment bond is to provide a form of security to labour and material suppliers on a construction project by giving them a…
Digital Marketing Developer Whitepaper
Have you ever wondered what is required to run a successful digital marketing campaign? Featuring stats from 18 local developers, the numbers provide a benchmark and interesting read. Click here…
