Whenever we start working with a new client, especially one that has never built a custom home before, we always warn them that delays will happen. Delays are so common in construction it’s actually rare not to have at least one. As frustrating as delays are, they typically can’t be avoided. Delays happen for...Read More

  Trends are always tricky when it comes to custom homes. While you want your home to look updated and fresh, trends can fade just as quickly as they come. Home builders always recommend homeowners stick to classic, timeless choices for larger items that can’t be changed easily. Design elements like hardwood floors and stainless...Read More

  Winter brings with it holidays and fun, but there’s also the chilly wind and icy snow. Homes in Toronto, from the older ones to the newly built custom homes, can all feel the impact of such harsh temperatures. While turning on the heat is always an option, there are a few simple ways to...Read More

Every year brands and companies release what they believe will be the next design trends of the year. Pinterest has joined in this year, releasing their 100 for 2018 list. It’s a list compiled to showcase all of the most popular trends in different industries. Seeing as Pinterest is the go-to site for home décor,...Read More

When building a custom home people spend a lot of time thinking about the main rooms of the house. It’s only natural that they do, but they should also consider the basement. In Toronto, where any square footage is valuable, having a finished basement is a luxury. Homeowners want them to look and feel good,...Read More

  Building a custom home, especially in a hot market like Toronto, can be expensive, very expensive. If there’s one area of the home that costs the most it’s the kitchen. It’s also the area that sees the most use, which is why custom home builders never like to go cheap in kitchens. However, cheaper...Read More

  It’s the small things that make the largest impact in a custom home. The type of hardware used on cabinets may seem small, but it’s the details that make a custom home so special. Picking the right cabinet hardware finish can make a home feel complete and tie together all the larger elements. Here...Read More

  Raise the roof, because it’s one of the most fundamental features of any custom home in Toronto. The roof is often a forgotten about element of a home, but it can make a massive impact. The style of roof, the shapes, the color, and the material can all influence the overall style and design...Read More

  People put a lot of items of their wish list for new homes. Maybe they want a large kitchen or extra garage space. The majority of items on people’s list for their dream home are tangible, but not everything is. Charm, it’s a word that means something different to each person, but it’s also...Read More

We talk a lot about custom home building, but the true first step of that process is having that desire to move. And moving means selling the old house. As stressful as building a custom home can be, selling is equally as stress inducing. While the current market in GTA is still a seller one,...Read More