Navigating Renovations: Budget, Codes, and Zoning
Renovating your home is an exciting process, full of ideas, and transformation. But alongside creativity comes the need for structure and planning.
Renovating your home is an exciting process, full of ideas, and transformation. But alongside creativity comes the need for structure and planning.
Using iGUIDE in our architectural workflow translates into better outcomes for clients, fewer on-site hiccups, and a more efficient team. While we continue to “hand measure” a site, we will also integrate iGUIDE during the measure appointment.
When it comes to determining how many people can share a bedroom, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) provides clear guidelines through its National Occupancy Standard (NOS).
It’s crucial to understand the plumbing requirements that come with such a renovation. Ensuring your suite meets municipal standards from the outset can save you time, money, and frustration later.
This thoughtfully designed cottage blends simplicity and efficiency with a warmth that makes it feel instantly inviting. It’s a plan that works as well for a single homeowner seeking a quiet retreat as it does for a couple ready to embrace a more intentional lifestyle.
Plan 21-0092 reflects how modern families actually live. You need real workspace for productive days. Your kids need bedrooms where they can actually spread out. Everyone benefits from bright, connected living spaces. This layout delivers all of that without sacrificing any of it.
Across Ontario, housing needs are changing, and homeowners are finding creative ways to add space and value to their properties. One of the fastest-growing solutions is converting an existing garage into an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU).
Before starting any project, whether it’s a brand-new home, an addition to your existing house, or an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU), one of the most important steps is to confirm zoning.
By the project’s completion, what was once a single-family dwelling had been thoughtfully redesigned into four self-sufficient units, each with private amenities and separate access.
A barndominium is a combination of “barn” and “condominium,” - sometimes also called “barndonium,” representing a stylish and functional living space built within a barn-like structure.