Knurled finishes are characterized by their texture which is a crosshatch or intricate line pattern. These are increasingly being used in home renovations and house building for both functional and aesthetic purposes.
In Vancouver, hardscape surfaces (driveways, patios, walkways, parking pads, etc.) are regulated by how much of your home's lot may be covered by impermeable materials. For most properties, the maximum impermeable materials site coverage is capped, typically at 60% or 70%, depending on zoning.
As urban density increases and housing affordability tightens in Vancouver, laneway homes have become a popular way to add functional, beautiful living space as a mortgage helper or for generational living. But while the idea of building a stylish backyard home is exciting, designing one within Vancouver’s constraints is far from simple.
When considering hiring a design-build home builder, you want to find a good fit in terms of experience, communication, transparency, and process. Here are 6 questions we recommend you ask your potential home builder.
Behind every beautifully crafted home is a combination of vision, creativity, and the right software tools to bring ideas to life.
There are many great reasons to go tankless, with a few considerations to keep in mind. Perhaps you are about to build a new home or complete a renovation, or maybe just thinking about replacing your hot water tank, so join us as we explore the pros and cons of tankless water heaters.
Vancouver City Council are currently exploring creative ways to tackle our city’s ongoing housing affordability challenges.
Thinking of building a multiplex in Vancouver? The City has introduced a streamlined approval process that makes it easier than ever to create 3–4 unit homes on eligible lots.
The BC 2-5-10 warranty gives you peace of mind when buying a new home. It is designed to safeguard you and your investment for the long haul, making sure that your new home is built to last and that you're covered if something unexpected comes up.
Thanks to everyone who came out and joined us at our 20 year celebration BBQ in Central Park in Burnaby. It was great to see you all and spend some good times together. We appreciate all our clients, staff, employees and partners past, present and future.
5 reasons to hire a design build professional. With a design build professional you get someone who is an expert at both creative vision and practical implementation. If we draw it, we also have to be able to build it. By integrating design and construction teams under one roof, we have streamlined the communication and decision-making process.
If you're a homeowner, builder, or designer looking to maximize your residential development potential in Metro Vancouver, Burnaby may just be the best-kept secret.
