One of the biggest stressors in building a new home, cottage or boathouse is “How much is this going to cost??” The cost factor is generally what determines our timeline on when we’re going to build, as well as what we end up building. Let’s be honest: if cost...
This is a question we get from clients all the time: Most people have a long-term vision for what they want their property to look like, but aren’t always sure in what order to proceed to reach their goals. Every situation is unique, and the answer differs for...
As I approach 25 years in the custom home building business, I’ve found myself reflecting on past projects, past clients, and the many experiences I’ve been fortunate enough to have along the way. Though there is one question that keeps coming back to...
Image by New Copper Photography Building a home in Manitoba means dealing with some of the most dramatic temperature swings in the world. From deep cold winters to hot, humid summers, Manitoba’s climate puts pressure on a home’s exterior walls and...
When building your dream home or cottage, most of the excitement is about what you’ll see; the cabinetry, flooring, and colours that bring it to life. But before any of that comes together, it’s the part you’ll never see, the foundation, that determines how well your...
