The home of the not-so-distant future
Two very recent announcements have us wondering what the home of the future will look like, or rather, the home of the not-so-distant future. Tesla announced the opening of pre-orders for its solar roof tiles, and Alex Teichman, CEO of Lighthouse, is
The Complexities Of New Home Building
Recently, our engineer at Heathwood Homes came back from a job site and commented to me on how remarkable the new home building process is. I agree.
Detached homes over $1 million are still selling quickly across the GTA
After countless months of record high pricing in the new low-rise market across the Total Market Area (TMA), it seems like buyers are just accepting that a detached home is going to cost them over $1 million because sales haven’t really slowed down.
This New Beach Inspired Model Home is a Must See!
Nestled close to the city in the quiet community of Pickering is the site of a special enclave of 18 new homes. It was a pleasure to design this model home with Williamsberg Estates. We join in the same common goal for our clients; a passion for great
Does Toronto need a vacant home tax?
The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) this week issued a statement “urging caution” on the issue of a possible vacant home tax in Toronto, saying that a “measured approach to the issue can help to avoid any unintended consequences on the housing market
How to Choose Kitchen Cabinets for Your New Home
For most families, the kitchen is the heart of the home. When it comes time to choose the new finishes for your new home, the kitchen will often, and should be the room that takes the most research. The planning you do ahead of time can make a big
Model Homes
Many people decide to buy a house or a condominium based on their experiences with model homes.
Maybe it’s time to cut the red tape to build more new homes
Using the Houston area for comparison, the Toronto Sun this week says that the government needs to be freeing up housing supply rather than trying to curb foreign demand. Both CMAs house about 6.5 million people, the paper says, but Houston planners
Average New Home Price Hits $733,578 for the First Time
The Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) announced that there were 2,798 new home sales in February 2015, according to RealNet Canada, BILD’s trusted resource for all new home market intelligence."The year is off to a stable start
Which home decor style works best for you?
Are you moving into a new home? Have you purchased a previously loved home, or simply want to give your existing home a face lift? When first interviewing clients, some tell me they are conflicted about where to begin.
