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Your cottage is your sanctuary—and it should be a reflection of who you are. But not only that, it should also facilitate the type of lifestyle you’re trying to live. A cottage is a relatively simple building, but that doesn’t mean every cottage will work for you and your family.

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to break the bank to live a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle. Although in the beginning you might be spending a bit...

Check out Lisa's interview on The Way It Is with Luca Andolfatto during International Women's Week!  Thank you so much Luca for inviting us!

We’re all feeling a greater sense of responsibility when it comes to our carbon footprint. Yet while it’s easy to say you want to build green, it’s a lot harder to fork up the cash to do it. Thankfully, there’s a lot you can do to retrofit your current home, and a lot more you can do to design your new construction to be greener.

With the increase in living costs, it is no surprise that secondary dwelling units are becoming increasingly popular; they offer the perfect balance between having an independent living space and...

These types of units are becoming increasingly more popular, both for homeowners due to the costs of long-term care for parents and relatives, or the need for additional income because...

Listen in to the Queen's Innovation Runway Podcast where Lisa was interviewed by Jim Banting, Vice Principal of Research with Queen's University in Kingston.  Thanks so much Jim for all...

Are custom homes worth it? You asked, we answered! Here are the pros and cons of building a custom home versus buying an existing property and renovating.

Buying land that doesn’t work for your plans can turn into a very expensive mistake, very quickly, but the right piece of land can earn purchasers their dream home in the perfect location! 

A BCIN designer is a licensed professional in the architectural field who is qualified to produce and approve building plans for construction in Ontario, Canada. What does BCIN mean? BCIN...