Union Bay Estates – Naturally Spectacular

Oceanside with mountain views… simply epic. Union Bay Estates, which is also known as the Kensington lands, is a comprehensive development area offering a complete suite of homes from condos to hilltop estates and ocean front homes too. Just south of Courtenay/Comox overlooking Denman Island and the Georgia Strait, Union Bay Estates will redefine what […]
Thank You for Supporting Building Christmas Dreams!

When we partnered with Hyland Precast Ltd. for our 4th annual Building Christmas Dreams campaign, we sought out to make the holiday season brighter for some but we never could have predicted the sheer generosity of the community during this pandemic. We saw local individuals and businesses donate over $15,000, and once all donations were […]
4th Annual Building Christmas Dreams

We’re partnering with Hyland Precast, and a few other generous businesses, with the simple goal of making the holiday season a bit brighter for a number of families. For the fourth year in a row, we are asking the community to nominate local families or individuals in need. We’re also putting a call out to […]
How to Find a Stud Without a Stud Finder

If you have been spending any amount of time staring at the blank spaces on your wall, thinking to yourself, “I should really hang some artwork”, you are in luck. We have a handy-dandy trick for you that will help you safely drill holes into your wall without the use of a stud finder. All […]
How to Select White or Grey Paint for the Interior of Your Home

We often have people reaching out to us for our recommendations on what paint colours to use. Therefore, we’ve put together this blog post to help you select the perfect match for the interior of your home. Before we get started, all of the colours we list below are from Benjamin Moore, but feel free […]
How To Build an Energy Efficient Home

There are a number of reasons to consider building an energy efficient home, including saving a considerable amount on your heating bill. Whatever the reason for your interest, we’ve put together a list of the best ways to building an eco-friendly home. To start, the most impactful ways are to invest in heating and smart […]
Are You Ready to Make Your Move from Renting to Owning?

If you’re renting, you may dream about owning a home of your own — a place to furnish and decorate as you like, set down roots, entertain friends and family, in a great neighbourhood. But you may be uncertain whether you’re ready to make your move from renting to buying, especially if you haven’t started […]
A Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting Flooring

Picking flooring for your new home can be a daunting task. It isn’t just a matter of finding the best-looking product. Many other factors, such as moisture, durability, price and more, go into selecting the perfect flooring for your lifestyle. That’s why we’ve put together a list of things to consider so that you can […]
Bathroom Design 101

If you’re in the middle of a bathroom renovation or are looking to build a new custom home, there are a few things you’ll need to know. In this blog post we touch on the difference between a fiberglass and tile shower, and tell you all you need to know about the latest in bathroom […]
Laminate, Quartz or Granite? How to Choose a Countertop

There are so many different countertop options offered that it can be overwhelming trying to pick which solution will suit you and your family best. So to make your life easier, we have taken the time to list all the things you need to know about the three most popular options – laminate, granite, and […]