Plan of the Week – “Charming single-level living!”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3949-V1 This bright and cheery bungalow is surprisingly feature-rich, given its economical size. Ideal as a first home, a down-sizer for baby boomers, or a…

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 some ideas on…

Plan of the Week – “Versatile Narrow Design”

The Murphy www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2933 Much like the Murphy Bed, our Murphy is a wondrous bit of efficiency and flexibility. A slender 24-foot width allows it to be slipped onto infill…

The History and Health Benefits of Hot Tubs

As we continue our father-inspired topics this week, we visit one of Dad’s favourite back yard features - the hot tub. It does not seem to matter whether we are vibrant zoomers, broken boomers, or…

Backyard grilling kicks it up a notch!

While many men shy away from the kitchen, the backyard grill is the primal domain that beckons them to strut their stuff. Whether it is a simple charcoal bowl or an elaborate grill-zebo, dads and…

NASA’s top ten indoor plants for healthy housing

Even in huge, busy cities, outdoor air is cleaner and preferable to indoor air. Why is that? One reason is that trees and plants are constantly cleaning the air outside. This suggests that the…

Plan of the Week – “Graceful Baby Boomer”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2688 Whether you are a Boomer or a Zoomer, or planning for an elegant home in which you can comfortably age in place, this may be the house for you! Climb the…

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 we are using Twitter. Rest assured, we…

Time for a new roof?

Knowledge and maintenance are key to ensuring that the value of the home is protected. The roof is the first line of defence in protecting your investment. Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation…

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 scrutiny before you sell…

Canada’s housing market safe from foreclosure wave

An article in today's Financial Post dispels the fears of a "housing bubble" in Canada. Canada won't fall victim to foreclosure wave: Report John Shmuel, Financial Post  Published: Friday, May 28,…

Top 10 Things to do on May Long Weekend

The May long weekend is upon us and the promise of spring is all around. The long weekend can be relaxing, productive or both! Just in case you are wondering what to do with your first long weekend,…

Water conservation to be built into (Alberta) code

Being from BC, we had always thought of ourselves as being the true stewards of the environment. However, our neighbors due East are giving us a serious run for our money! Alberta has a number of…

Canadian Mortgage Trend – Hybrid Mortgages Catching On

Investors like to avoid putting all their eggs in one basket. But this philosophy has been slow to catch on in the mortgage market. 94% of people still choose either fixed or variable rates, says…

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". The truth is that new homes…

Plan of the Week – “Charming, Flexible & Economical!”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan #3507 If there’s one Drummond model that pleased as soon as it appeared on the market, it is house plan #3507. This house plan is charming, efficient and flexible in…

Zoning Changes Provide New Space for Carriage and Laneway Houses

With our participation in a number of Home Shows across BC, we have discovered the popularity of the small but mighty Carriage House. Historically, a "Carriage house" (also referred to as Coach…

Plan of the Week – “Luxurious Executive Country House”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com #3846-V1 This house has all the charm of a traditional farmhouse with the bonus of modern executive amenities. The main floor includes the indispensable office/study…

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 gardening. It…

Say SP-ahhhhhhh!

Results from our recent poll are in and the House Doctor orders "say sp-ahhhhh"! In our recent poll, we asked: "In your next home, what type of master bathroom suite will you plan for?" The results…