When building a custom home, people don’t often give a lot of thought to the ceiling. The ceiling might not be the most important element in a room, but it can really impact the overall feel of any room. From the style to the height, your custom home’s ceiling can really influence other choices. One...Read More

  Homes are one aspect that has seen many trends, and the kitchen is often where these trends are most heavily reflected. The 90’s saw a surge of oak. The early 2000’s were all about multi-colored mosaic backsplashes. These days one of the tops trends in kitchen design is open shelving and storage. While these...Read More

  The entryway of your home is often the first impression people get when they visit. It’s often one of the most used spaces in a home but isn’t always heavily considered during the design phase. In snowy areas like Toronto, the entryway is a vital transition point between outside and inside, so here are...Read More

  The kitchen is the heart of the home, which is why it’s so important for it to have a functional layout. There are many tricks to creating an effective kitchen design, such as the work triangle. While a custom home kitchen has more room for creative designs, most homes tend to stick to these...Read More

  We haven’t entered the new year yet, but major paint brands have already released their 2020 colors of the year! Paint is one of the quickest, easiest, and cheapest ways to refresh your home. It’s a great way to make your custom home feel brand new again! So here are the 2020 paint colors...Read More

  Everyone in Canada knows just how brutal winters can be. That’s why when we build Toronto custom homes fireplaces are almost a necessity. Not only do they add aesthetics and buyer appeal, but they are also practical for this colder climate. But in order for a fireplace to be worth the cost and space...Read More

  As a custom home builder, one of the most interesting parts of the job is watching how homes and rooms change with the times. One aspect of the home that went out of fashion, but is now returning in some areas of North America, is a keeping room. If the term isn’t familiar to...Read More

  One of the most common feature items our custom home builders get asked about for master bathrooms is steam showers. Steam showers operate like normal showers, but they include a steam generator. Essentially, they are steam rooms that can operate as normal showers. Many clients are eager to include them in their custom home...Read More

  Often when our custom home builders sit down with clients to plan, one of the first things they request is a master bedroom that is a retreat. After a long day, most people look forward to relaxing in a soothing environment. For families with kids, the master bedroom is often the only place that...Read More

  A half-bath, or powder room, is commonplace in many homes these days. It’s typically comprised of just a sink and toilet, and is usually located near the public living spaces of a home so that guests can conveniently use it. Not only do powder rooms add value to any home, they also provide a...Read More