12 December 2014

Designing a Safe Room

This article will feature a summary of the resources available from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for designing a safe room to shelter you and your loved ones from natural disasters…

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8 November 2013

Home Improvement Tips

A guest post by Michael Adams edited by Deb Villeneuve

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25 October 2013

Make your home winter ready

Although not really a concern to our Southern neighbors, homeowners of the North (East, Central and West) may find this article enlightening with a few tips on preparing for the cold to make your…

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27 June 2013

Environmentally Superior single storey

Designed with the same “ES”…

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31 May 2013

E.S. a new standard

In the near future, Drummond House…

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24 April 2013

Cleaning promises

A guest post by Grace Bailey edited by Deb Villeneuve

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2 January 2013

13 Ways to Be Happier in Your Home This Year

Modern Family Room design by Seattle Architect David…

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22 November 2012

BC Building Codes – 2012

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29 October 2012

Are You Ready For Disasters? Prepare Yourself!

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12 September 2012

Environmental Efficiency Changes as of 2012

  Delays of 2 to 4 additional days for the…

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7 September 2012

Residential Wood Heating

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5 September 2012

Boost Your Energy With Natural Light

Modern Kitchen design by Seattle Architect McClellan Architects Abundant natural light…

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29 August 2012

Ventilate Your Home to Reduce 374 Indoor Pollutants

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26 August 2012

Finish Your Basement the Right Way

Contemporary Basement design by Minneapolis Design-build Orfield Remodeling, Inc…

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15 July 2012

Unexpected Renovation Budget-Busters

Source: homedesigndirectory.com.au via Drummond…

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7 July 2012

House Plan of the Week: “Fabulous Flow For Limited-Mobility Residents”

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25 June 2012

Decking Innovation – Perennial Wood

So, I have to admit... I am addicted to the concept of all things home related. It is not only about decor. It is all about the entire building from the inside out. Building techniques, energy…

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23 June 2012

House Plan of the Week: “Comfortable Accessibility For All!”

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7 June 2012

Bad weather can help you assess your home

  Whether it's after a rough winter or following other severe weather -…

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11 April 2012

Home Safety: Keeping Your Own Personal Firebreak

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