DIY (do it yourself) culture has taken off in the past few years. Pinterest is full of ideas and tips, Instagram has accounts just dedicated to DIY videos, and HGTV has been the driving force behind getting this movement going. As a custom home builder, it’s great to see homeowners take an interest in...Read More

  Out of all of the home styles, ranch houses probably have the least amount of architectural detail. These homes emphasize casual and practical living. Don’t let the lack of detail make you look down on these homes though. The open layout and simple design make ranches some of the best homes for young couples,...Read More

  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

  Building a custom home, especially in the Greater Toronto Area, can be expensive. If you’re looking for ways to keep costs down or stay within your budget, there are certain places that costs can be cut. Custom home builders usually recommend purchasing less expensive items that can easily be upgraded later on like lighting...Read More

  The key to building a beautiful custom home is in the details. In the kitchen, people spend a lot of time on the big items like cabinets, countertops, and flooring. However, nothing can pull together a design quite like the right backsplash. Picking the perfect one isn’t always easy though. Here are a few...Read More

  Building a new custom home? Being a homeowner during the building process can be stressful, but here are a few simple tips to get you through the process!   1. Never Purchase Materials Yourself When you hire professionals such as a contractor, an architect, or an interior designer, certain things should be left up...Read More

  Building a custom home means making a lot of decisions. By far one of the most vital rooms in the home is the kitchen. It’s the heart of the home, and typically the most used space in a house. People spend a lot of time thinking about which appliances to get, what countertops to...Read More

  When it comes to building custom homes, people have to consider a lot of things. Everything from picking materials and color choices, to how green to go has to be decided. One thing people tend to overlook though is air quality. Toronto is lucky enough to have low air pollution, but that doesn’t mean...Read More

  We spend a lot of time explaining what things clients should look for when selecting a builder for their custom home. But it’s not just clients that make the decision. Custom home builders select which clients they work with carefully. Building a home is a hard and long process, and having a poor pairing...Read More

  Picking the right paint color can be difficult, but nothing is as challenging as picking the right white. People are always stunned by just how many white paint options there are out there. Unlike other colors, determining the tones and hues within them can be challenging. We get a lot of clients turning to...Read More