Get Cooking!
A good oven and stovetop is the foundation of a functional kitchen, and moving into a new home is a great excuse to invest in some new appliances. There are some exciting new options available, so be sure to do a little research before hitting the stores.
The Perfect DIY Office/Studio/Guesthouse
By Penny MunozIf you need more space for an office or studio, or even if you’re thinking of adding an addition to your home or cottage, maybe you should consider taking the space outdoors. Industrial design firm 608 Design and BLDG Workshop collaborated
The Winners of the HHHBA 2014 Awards of Distinction
On April 24, the Hamilton-Halton Home Builders’ Association (HHHBA) hosted the 2014 Awards of Distinction. This year, the HHHBA Awards of Distinction focused on four different criteria: Building, Design, Promotion, and Marketing. There were over 200
HST around the house
With HST tax coming into effect July 1st, many new home owners are wondering what exactly will be affected, and what won't. About 83% of products and services purchased by consumers will see no new tax.
One of Canada's Biggest Homebuilders is set for a Big Move!
For years, rumours of a plunge into the Toronto high-rise market have been floating around about one of the biggest low-rise developers in Canada, Mattamy Homes. They even hired Jeanhy Shim of Streetcar Developments to start developing their high-rise
Things you should NEVER do when you live in a condo
No matter where you live, a low-rise home on a quiet suburban street or in the heart of downtown in a 40-storey tower, it’s always important to be respectful of your neighbours. With that in mind, we want to share a list of a few things you should never
Moving during winter doesn’t have to be a nightmare
So, you’ve decided to move during the winter, or maybe your new construction home is ready for occupancy and the builder has told you when you have to move in, and it’s in the middle of February.
Dustin Laren of Larendale Group of Companies
Hero name: Construction Coordinator and VP of Building OperationsAllegiance: Larendale Group of CompaniesSecret Identity: Dustin LarenAge: 23Time Active: Six monthsOrigin Story:Dustin’s father, David Laren, has been involved in the home building industry
Feature: Caesarstone Quartz Surfaces
We recently had the opportunity to chat with Domenic Oppedisano, the COO of Caesarstone. Does the name “Caesarstone” ring a bell? If you have purchased a new home recently, there is a very good chance that your countertop is made from a high quality
6 summer chores that you definitely can’t avoid
Nothing epitomizes summer like poolside lounging. But before you can relax by the pool, you have to put in a lot of work to get it summer-ready. Whether or not deep cleaning is your strong suit, your home is probably going to need some special attention
