CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence Archives

Green is in: Net Zero Homes impress in the 2022 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence

March 23, 2022

Modern single-story white house with black trim, surrounded by green grass and tall trees, features a gabled roof. Solar panels are positioned on the lawn to the right of the house. The sky is partly cloudy at dusk.

Green is in: Net Zero Homes impress in the 2022 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence Today’s homes increasingly prioritize energy efficiency – whether it be through high-efficiency windows, energy efficient appliances, or a tighter building envelope. So, it’s no surprise that Net Zero Homes are gaining popularity among home buyers and homeowners. Last week,…

2020 Renovation Trends: Personalized Wine Cellars, Anyone?

February 18, 2020

A luxurious wine cellar with walls lined with bottles. Two tall, illuminated columns and a spiral staircase are featured, creating a warm, elegant atmosphere—a true example of the latest renovation trends. Personalized Wine Cellars like this one are becoming increasingly popular as standout reno trends in Canada.

2020 Renovation Trends: Personalized Wine Cellars, Anyone? Keeping up with the Joneses of home design and renovation trends is a great way to help make the most of your home’s staying power. Over many decades, we’ve seen design ideas appear only to fall flat fast (carpeted bathrooms?!). But we can’t help but believe that so…