Kitchen Counter Trends
Over the past 20 years, many homes in North America have been converted to, or built with, open concept kitchen-living spaces. This is partly in response to the demand for larger homes and, subsequently,
The Smart Home Revolution
Smart home is a catchphrase for a household that features labour-saving devices connected to and supported by a cloud infrastructure for data processing. Each device connects to the cloud via your home or office
Fixing Squeaky Floors
As construction materials dry out and a house settles, there may be a few spots on the floors that squeak when someone walks on them. This is a natural occurrence that affects wood construction houses
Soundproofing for Condos
It's important to note that noise is a two-way annoyance: If you can hear your neighbours talk on the phone or watch a movie that means they can hear you too. In this context, soundproofing
Joyful Paint Palettes
Soft neutrals like greige or cloud white are flexible enough to work in every room. Generally, a neutral backdrop can be accessorized with colour much easier than the opposite. It’s good to know that
Most desirable house features for 2021
A home is defined by how we use it which means it needs to fit our lifestyle and our expectations. We need them to be trouble-free, efficient, and comfortable. Modern houses are evolving from mere
Construction trends for 2021
Each generation of design takes cues from the past and incorporates them into visions for the present. Sometimes the result is brilliant. Other times it can be a mashup of incompatible theories. Today, the trend
A kitchen makeover to beat the July blahs
Are you bored with your kitchen? Is a renovation out of the question? Consider a mini makeover! With some careful upgrades to the most touched pieces, and a colour shift with accessories, a makeover can
Plant a Tree
Planting a tree is a great way to add value to your home and make the neighbourhood a little nicer, too. It's also a good opportunity to teach kids about ecology and their own
Home Office Improvements
A well-organized and prepared home office can help you focus on work. Whether it is large or small, making your office a place where you want to be will make you more productive and