Nearly two and a half years after we initially started the conversation, our renovation is complete. We knew going into it that it would take longer, cost more, and that we would run into issues along the way, but I can honestly say that it was...
Once the big jobs like the framing, plumbing and electrical set the foundation for the build, things get exciting as you can start to visualize the end product. When the larger details, like windows, drywall, and the doors are in, it allows you to feel...
If you’re doing a home renovation, you’ll have a lot of money going out the door. Thankfully, the federal government is highly motivated to cut emissions - a significant portion of which come from our homes. So they are helping homeowners to upgrade the energy...
Anyone that has done a major renovation will tell you that it always takes longer and costs more than expected. So you expect that it will take longer and cost more, and it still takes longer, and costs more…Anyway, we knew it wouldn’t be perfect,...
The exterior of the house sets the tone for the personality of the home and can act as a starting point for the interior design to build upon. It’s also really important to get the curb appeal right as it makes the house more marketable...
Now that we had the main design in hand and the logistical stuff sorted out, we shifted our attention to some of the more fun details of the build. The first item on the list was the millwork. For the most part, we wanted to go...
A major renovation is a huge financial undertaking and long project. While the build itself is the bulk of the cost and time, it’s easy to overlook the expenses and lead time required just to get the ball rolling. So, in this post, I’ll try to...
There are so many aspects of a renovation that require a keen eye and thorough understanding. Some people have it within themselves to visualize a functional layout and a beautiful design – we certainly do not. For us, and for many, it is so important...
It can be hard to visualize the finished product with only the flat technical drawings. One of the great things about working with someone like Sarah is that she is also able to provide a 3D walkthrough with the tools she uses. The obvious benefit is...
With the plan in place, the next thing to do would be to agree on a design and firm up the total project cost. Upstairs, we wanted 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms and a laundry room. On the main level, an office, an open concept living...