Home design trends come and go, but one of the most popular interior design styles right now is “rustic” or “modern farmhouse”. A major element to come out of this trend is the use of barn doors. Barn doors are inspired by the rolling doors traditionally used on barns, as the name implies. These...Read More

For many pet owners, their pets aren’t just animals, they’re family! As custom home builders, we often get requests to include pet-friendly features in the home design to accommodate our clients furry family members. Here are some of the best designs to include to make your custom home pet-friendly!   1. Enclosed Porches Toronto weathers...Read More

  Once you’ve chosen the perfect countertop to go in your custom home kitchen, you have one more choice to make- which countertop edge profile to go with. It’s a small choice, but one that can make a big impact. There are lots of options, some more popular than others, so here is your guide...Read More

  Sometimes it feels like there are never-ending chores in keeping a home well run. Dishes to be washed, grass to be mowed, and especially laundry to be washed. Having a conveniently placed washer and dryer can not only make your life easier, but it can also boost your home’s value. So where exactly is...Read More

  Picking the perfect paint color is a challenge. Even once you settle on a general color, there are still tons of options to choose from. From shades to tones, picking paint isn’t easy. Any interior designer or home builder will tell you that some colors are easier than other’s to find the perfect shade. Here...Read More

If you’re looking to remodel or build a home, chances are you’ve heard to term “load bearing” before. Understanding load-bearing walls are key to planning and designing any home plan or remodel. Here is what you should know about them, and how to identify if a wall is load bearing or not.   What is...Read More

  The kitchen is the heart of the home, so it’s only fitting that our custom home clients want the perfect space. The kitchen is where friends gather, holidays are celebrated, food is prepared, and memories are made. There are lots of decisions and details that go into designing a kitchen, but one major choice...Read More

  Making the decision to build a home is a big one, but the choices don’t end there. One of the first major choices you’ll have to make is what type of build you want. There are two main options if you’re looking for choices and customizations- production or custom homes.   Production Homes A...Read More

  There are a lot of inside elements that go into building a custom home, but a house is more than it’s interior. The exterior of a home is just as important as the inside. Indoor-outdoor living is huge right now, and although Toronto doesn’t have the best weather all year round, that is just...Read More

  If you’ve ever built a custom home or gone through a kitchen renovation, chances are you’ve heard your designer or architect mention the work triangle. It’s a design concept that has been used for many years in order to create an efficient kitchen layout. But what exactly is it and is it necessary for...Read More