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5 Reasons Why Your Build Needs a Cohesive Design Language

Building custom, whether it be a home or cottage, is an exciting experience that translates into a space to reflect you. It's an opportunity to bring your unique vision to life but also a complex process that requires careful consideration. One key aspect of designing...

7 Tips to Mixing and Matching Patterns to Elevate Your Space

Images by New Copper Photography When it comes to creating a stunning cohesive space, one of the most exciting and creative aspects is mixing and matching patterns. It's a bit like painting a canvas, where each pattern and texture becomes a brushstroke on the palette...

Enhancing Your Lifestyle: The Charms of Custom-Built Timber Frame Cottages

In the fast-paced world we live in, finding a serene escape to unwind and create lasting memories with our loved ones has become a cherished pursuit. A custom-built timber frame cottage stands as an exceptional avenue to enrich your lifestyle and foster unforgettable...

The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Flooring

When building your dream home, every decision counts, and choosing the right flooring is no exception. Flooring sets the tone for your living spaces' design style, durability, utility, and overall ambiance. With an overwhelming array of options available, selecting...

Taking The First Step To Build Your Dream Cottage?

Embarking on a custom-build project can feel daunting, especially if you're new to the process. With countless decisions to be made involving layout, finishes, size, shape, and style, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. However, it's important to remember that every great...

5 Things to Consider When Selecting Your Exterior Materials

When selecting exterior materials, there are various options available to fit within your preferred budget and style. Making decisions can be challenging if you're unfamiliar with a product or what you're looking for. If unsure where to begin, start by asking yourself...

How Long Does A Custom Plan Take?

Short answer— longer than you might think New clients often come through our door around May or June, asking about starting a new build during the spring. However, many of these clients don't anticipate a long pre-build timeline. On average, we allow for a 6-8...

3 Ways to Achieve a Scandinavian-Inspired Build

If you enjoy a minimalistic design that emphasizes functionality, and beauty through natural materials, earth tones, and layered textures, a Scandinavian design might be right for you. Their design principles focus on creating an environment with soft clean lines,...

Looking for THE RIGHT custom builder?

Choosing a custom home builder or general contractor to build your dream home/cottage can feel daunting. You've dreamt of the day you can finally get started, and it's one of the biggest purchases you will ever have to make. We understand the size of the project can...

7 Design Tips to Help You Return to Nature in Your Build

Over time, we as humans have distanced ourselves more and more from nature. As a result, we find ourselves living in an era of urbanization where our natural surroundings are no longer that of water, plants, and fresh air, but rather a metal metropolis. A lack of...