In our previous two blog posts (Part 1 and Part 2), we explained the meaning behind key terms or concepts used by home renovators. Here we cover more common expressions to help you clearly communicate with your contractor and avoid any misunderstandings with your project. Load Bearing Load-bearing walls are ones that support the structure […]
Anyone who’s been through a major renovation project knows that the process can be equal parts exciting and unnerving. As the homeowner or primary resident, there are a few steps you can take to help ensure your reno goes as smoothly as possible. Plan ahead As with anything, communication is key. Once you’ve chosen your […]
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There are a lot of reasons to renovate your home: better function, added comfort, improved energy efficiency, or aesthetics. Even if you’re making personal changes, many people want to keep resale value in mind. We’ve compiled the most popular home features that new home buyers in Canada are looking for in 2020. The data […]
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This is What a National-Award Winning Kitchen Looks Like Company name: Clay Construction Inc. Project name: Blue Horizon Location: Langley, BC Local Home Builders’ Association: Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN) There’s kitchen envy, and then there’s major kitchen envy. As far as we’re concerned, this award-winning project from British Columbia-based company Clay Construction Inc. definitely falls […]
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Before and After: You Won’t Believe this Modern Penthouse Condo Kitchen Transformation Company name: Keystone Ridge Developments Ltd. Project name: Condo Kitchen in The Sky Location: Toronto, Ontario Local Home Builders’ Association: BILD-GTA Keystone Ridge Developments, a RenoMark member in the Toronto, Ontario area, transformed this once closed-off penthouse condominium kitchen into a beautiful, modern […]
In 2019, we saw design trends continuing to change – it was a busy year for RenoMark members. Take a look at the 25 winners of the 22nd BILD GTA Annual Renovation and Custom Home Awards in the Greater Toronto Area. Jump to an award category below: Best Basement Renovation under $125,000 Best Basement Renovation over […]
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Most Canadian roofs develop at least a little ice each winter, but if the ice gets more than a couple of inches thick around the eaves it can cause leaks. A build-up of ice like this is called an ice dam and can be a problem because as water pools behind the dam it can work […]
In 2019, we saw design trends continuing to change – it was a busy year for RenoMark members. Take a look at the 17 finalists in the 6 custom home categories for the 22nd Annual Renovation and Custom Home Awards in the Greater Toronto Area. Winners will be announced on March 13th, 2020 Jump to […]
In 2019, we saw design trends continuing to change – it was a busy year for RenoMark members. Take a look at the 22 finalists in the 7 renovation categories for the 22nd Annual Renovation and Custom Home Awards in the Greater Toronto Area. Winners will be announced on March 13th, 2020 Jump to an award category […]
In 2019, we saw design trends continuing to change – it was a busy year for RenoMark members. Take a look at the 18 finalists in the 6 spaces categories for the 22nd Annual Renovation and Custom Home Awards in the Greater Toronto Area. Winners will be announced on March 13th, 2020 Jump to an award category […]