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5 Steps To Get Started Designing and Building A Net Zero Home or Passive House
Discover the essential steps to start your net zero or Passive House construction project, saving money and achieving high-performance home
How to design a house that creates an indoor-outdoor connection
A new house or renovation can create an indoor-outdoor connection that allows you to enjoy more of the beautiful Metro Vancouver scenery.
Increase the Value of Your Single-Family Property in British Columbia
House owners in British Columbia will soon be able to build as many as SIX rental units on their property.
The Master Key to a Successful Home Renovation or New House Build
The key to a successful house build or renovation is a detailed plan of action to drive and manage the project.
Increase The Value Of Your New House By Hiring An Architect
Hire the right architect to design your house. Improve your living experience, and get more than what you pay for with AMAZING results.
Design Your Home for Extreme Winter Weather
Most houses aren't equipped to keep families comfortable during extreme winter weather, but climate-resilient homes can be cost-effective.
How Does A Heat Pump System Work? (Simplified Explanation)
Heat pumps for homes are growing in popularity for heating and cooling. I explain very simply how they work.
500 Ways to Heat and Cool Your Home
There are over 500 ways to heat and cool your home, so you can find the one best suited to your needs.
Get More House for the Same Price
If you're considering building a new house or overhauling your existing one, you may not realize that you're wasting money on what you...
How to Build or Renovate a House that Lasts Longer, for Less Money
These are the THREE most important items to replace in a reno or new house that will stretch your dollar and help your house last longer.
What Is An Ultra High-Performance House?
An ultra high-performance building performs excellently in a number of unseen ways and goes beyond just saving money on heating.
10 Tips to Maximize Your Home Renovation Investment
Homeowners considering a renovation can increase its value by maximizing the performance of every dollar spent. by following these ten tips.
Should You Build or Renovate with High Interest Rates?
You bet. The Bank of Canada raised the prime interest rate again this past week, so plenty of people and companies are reluctant to build....
How Will Ultra High-Performance Protect Your House From a Wildfire?
Any house built near a forest risks being destroyed by wildfire, but you can protect your home for a relatively low cost.
Your Architect Needs To Do These FOUR Things Before Drawing ANYTHING
There are 4 main things that an architect should do for your project to avoid wasted time, wasted money, and expensive, aggravating delays.
How To Design Or Renovate Your House For Comfort During Heatwaves
Installing central air-conditioning to handle heatwaves is expensive and isn't a long-term solution. Here's a less expensive strategy to fi
Grab The Keys To An Ultra High-Performance Home
Like a super high-performance car, a “Legend Home” is a modern, ultra-performance home. You get superior comfort, precise climate control.
Get Two Houses for the Price of One
Renovating or building a house to last 80-100 years can be less expensive than one house that must be replaced or repaired multiple times ov
UltraHome™: Post-disaster Luxury House
Disaster-proof and climate resilient houses can be luxurious if designed correctly.
Don't Install Air Conditioning In Your House - You're Wasting Your Money
Is an AC system a waste of money? Find out why getting a central air-conditioning system now might be a costly mistake.
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