Builder Trends

If you’re planning a custom home, major renovation, or commercial build in the Greater Toronto Area, you’ve probably asked this question already: Should I hire an architect and a general contractor separately, or choose a design-build firm? It’s not just about preference. The project delivery model you choose directly affects timeline, budget certainty, communication flow, […]

When problems start happening in the home most people want to blame something or someone else, usually the builder or the contractor. But sometimes the source of the problem isn’t a bad contractor, sub trade or builder—it might be a little closer to home. A home needs regular maintenance, like a car. It is your

There are tons of horror stories out there that people have from working with contractors and home builders. Sometimes it’s because of poor research, misaligned expectations, or someone just lying, most of the time though it comes down to communication. With communication comes its own set of problems. Building a custom home is a stressful

Homebuyers today are bombarded with options and advertisements on prefabricated homes and neighborhoods. Clients are able to see plans of their home before even really thinking about what their own needs are. Homebuyers are taught to think: “Yes, I could probably live in this home” instead of “Yes, this is the home for me”. Clients

Home renovation is a hot topic and has become the subject of innumerable TV shows, blogs, and magazines. It’s fascinating to think that any home can be reimagined, reworked, and remodelled, essentially turning it into something new and better than what was there before. Of course, there is a wide spectrum of quality in terms

Hotel architecture around the world gains attention far and wide. Beyond just a place to rest your head during your travels, today’s hotels offer opulence and sophistication in architectural custom home design. Here’s some inspiration for your custom home build in Burlington, Ontario. Das Stue Berlin Old world historical touches mixed with 60’s mod brilliance,