Cost to build a garage
Inspired by Denis Chamberland's original article in French, translated by Deb Villeneuve
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Backyard Structures – Your Very Own Architectural Opuscule
traditional exterior design by…
Energy Efficiency Series: Energy Upgrades That Pay For Themselves
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Choosing an energy-efficient…
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New Roof: Is it time?
Your roof is a workhorse element to your home because your roofing is the first line of defense between you, and the elements all year around. But, as Autumn progresses into winter months, and…
Energy Efficiency Series: How to Buy Energy Efficient Windows and Doors
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Did you know that up to 25% of…
The Case for Linoleum and Vinyl Floors
Paul Anater of Kitchen and Residential Design is a prolific writer who's articles show up in many design circles. He has posted a series of flooring articles on one of our favorite design sites,…
How to Judge a Quote for Siding/Roofing/Windows
When you’ve got a major exterior home renovation project like siding, roofing, and window replacement, and you’re balancing a number of installation quotes, how do you decide on which one makes the…
Frame Your Views With Great Moldings and Casings
traditional…
An Introduction to Solid-Plank Wood Floors
contemporary living room design…
Energy Efficiency Series: Recoup 30 Percent More When You Remodel Green
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable.
Energy Efficiency Series: The Passivhaus Standard
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. A Passivhaus (or Passive…
Keeping Water Out of Buildings
When looking at a home as a system, protection from the elements is a goal. Water and moisture can cause a great deal of damage to a structure and knowing all of the plains of potential pathways help…
