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Tofino home wins provincial green award

Source: Stefania Seccia, Westerly News, Published: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 Winners from the first-ever Built Green BC Awards were announced last weekend and among them was a home from Tofino. The…Read more

Published: 26 September 2010

Science News – Bacteria could make self-healing concrete

In areas of freeze-thaw cycles and where there is chemical potential to degrade concrete, self-healing concrete could be a dream come true. This research is in its formative stages, but…Read more

Published: 3 September 2010

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Manitoba leads way in energy conservation

Article from the Brandon Sun, August 30, 2010 by Mike Moore THE Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance recently released its 8th annual report card and Manitoba led the country for the…Read more

Published: 31 August 2010

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From Factory to Site – Your Home

As a fellow Canadian Home Builder Association (CHBA) member, we would like to share what a valuable resource your local CHBA can be. Whether you are looking for a building…Read more

Published: 23 August 2010

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Zero Energy Homes—Affordable Zero Energy and Net Zero Homes Are Now Available and Viable

At DrummondHousePlans, we strive to educate ourselves and share information regarding building trends and technology advancements. We encountered this article in Ideal Living Magazine and thought it would be of…Read more

Published: 22 August 2010

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Buying a home: New or previously owned?

Brand-new homes have distinct advantages - and drawbacks. Find out what you need to know to make an informed decision Source: Tara Struyk of Investopedia.com Unless you have unlimited funds, buying…Read more

Published: 29 July 2010

Categories: Building materials dhp, Drummond House Plans dhp, Finance & legal dhp, Maintenance home & garden

Insulate your house – for comfort in all seasons!

It seems ironic to be in the middle of a heat wave and thinking insulation, but did you know that a well-insulated home will keep you more comfortable year round -…Read more

Published: 9 July 2010

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Dad’s Top 10 Timesavers!

All this week, we have been featured topics near and dear to dads' hearts – grilling, media rooms, hot tubs and man-haven garages. At the top of the Father’s Day weekend, we are sharing…Read more

Published: 18 June 2010

Categories: Building materials dhp, Maintenance home & garden, Outdoor Living dhp

Following DrummondHousePlans on Twitter?

Are you following DrummondHousePlans on Twitter? Many people give me a blank stare when I ask this question, so I thought it would be a good time to share why…Read more

Published: 9 June 2010

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Home Inspections: Top Ten Problems

One of our fellow Twitter and Blog fanatics, Vancouver Realtor Calin Ambrus, has a lot of experience with homes on the market. Make sure yours will pass the Home Inspection…Read more

Published: 3 June 2010

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Construction Practices for Superior Quality

"They don't build them like they used to." "New homes are put together too fast." When it comes to home construction, some people still long for the "good old days".…Read more

Published: 12 May 2010

Categories: Building materials dhp, Canadian Home Builders Association, Drummond House Plans dhp, Health & security dhp

Victoria Homeshow Highlights – Building Buzz!

We just returned from the Victoria Home Show and what a show it was! The show encompassed three arenas with exhibitors showing the latest trends in building, renovating, decorating and…Read more

Published: 27 April 2010

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Drummond House Plan of the week: Affordable 3-Bedroom Bungalow!

For the discerning customer, this ever-popular Drummond House Plans no. W3133 does not go unnoticed, with its angled main entrance, abundant windowing (looking for a house with panoramic views, click here), its…Read more

Published: 31 January 2010

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Great things come in small packages!

Last month I received an email from a very ambitious soul in Sooke, BC asking if we had ever considered turning some of our shed designs into home plans. At…Read more

Published: 8 October 2009

Categories: Building materials dhp, Craftsman home dhp, Drummond House Plans dhp, Uncategorized

Northwest Plans look great in any region!

Northwest architecture is inspired by nature and necessity. It is not hard to identify the nature inspiration when surrounded by towering trees, rugged landscape and amazing vistas. The Northwest response…Read more

Published: 23 September 2009

Categories: Building materials dhp, Craftsman home dhp, Drummond House Plans dhp, House Plan Customization, Housing market & trends dhp, Latest Trends dhp

Green Homes – Great Video featuring a friend !

A few days ago, I got and e-mail from a friend in Alabama, Architect Bob Chatham from Chantham Design Group, who featured in a very interesting TV episode from Dany…Read more

Published: 29 May 2009

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Building your first home?

You've thought about it for so long and now, you are close to start building your home! What an exciting decision but are you ready? Are you stepping down this…Read more

Published: 20 May 2009

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Shed Plans & Outdoor Storage Solutions

Store your bicycles, garden tools, recreational toys & other seasonal necessities like snow blowers and swimming pool gear in the creative NEW shed plans that Drummond House Plans' has planned. Saving…Read more

Published: 27 April 2009

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House Models with Elevator

In order to answer the increasing requests from the population, Drummond House Plans has decided to re-design three of its top-selling home designs, to incorporate an elevator. In fact, it…Read more

Published: 2 April 2009

Categories: Building materials dhp, Drummond House Plans dhp, Furniture & accessories dhp, Health & security dhp, Home addition & remodeling dhp, House Plan Customization

Drummond House Plans – Customer Testimony

Fridays are not always the same... This one, is a particular "positive Friday" ! Since I was very busy and out of the office most of the week, I decided…Read more

Published: 27 March 2009

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