Are you planning to build your dream home? Here are our Top 5 Home Building Trends and practices that we have seen working with our clients this year. Whether…
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Green building, also known as sustainable building or eco-friendly construction, is a growing trend in the construction industry. From design and construction to operation and maintenance, green buildings aim to reduce their overall impact on the environment. By incorporating features such as energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and water conservation techniques, green buildings not only benefit the environment but also provide healthier indoor spaces for occupants. In this blog, we will explore the importance of green building practices and how they are shaping the future of construction.
Mitigating Flood Risk in Design
Just before midnight, I was awoken by lights shining up from my neighbour’s yard. Record rainfall was landing on the already saturated ground, streams carrying runoff were crossing…
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91 Chapel a new condo development in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, BC on Vancouver Island. The project is being developed by Island Creek Developments and constructed by Island West…
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Even though mankind has been using wood for construction consistently for thousands of years, it is also what many experts have been calling the building material of the future.…
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I recently attended a Building Smart presentation on the introduction of the BC Energy Step Code for Zone 5 in Nanaimo BC on Vancouver Island with the objective of finding…
Continue ReadingA Guide To Choosing The Perfect Paint Colour
Pointers to ponder when picking paint colours! So, you’ve decided to paint. You may be a pro at choosing colours and confidently make your way to the paint store or…
Continue ReadingCan I Do A Custom Design?
We are asked on a regular basis if we do custom home builds or only the Inspirational Stock Plans on our website. The answer is Yes! You may be wondering…
Continue ReadingEnergy Efficient Westcoast Contemporary Prefab Cottage
This Energy Efficient Westcoast Contemporary Cottage is modest in its size, and highly crafted. This home blends into the surrounding natural mountainside property on Salt Spring Island with jaw-dropping ocean…
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