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GVHBA Homebuilding Seminar – February 6, 2010

Klondike Contracting — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:20:31 +0000

Technology experts from the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA), in partnership with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), are presenting the winter session of What’s New in Homebuilding, a workshop for people considering having a custom home built for them.

The workshop will highlight the latest innovations in construction technology, design, indoor air quality and green initiatives. Workshop topics include:

Principles of durable building envelope construction
Healthy housing tips for superior indoor air quality
Ventilation systems
Energy-efficient and green construction practices
How energy choices affect costs

To encourage productive interaction between presenters & participants, registration is limited to 25 people so hurry & pre-register by Monday, February 1, 2010. Cost to attend is $75 per person or $130 per couple (GST not included), and includes lunch, coffee breaks, and a wealth of printed material on new products & services. Call 778-565-4288 to register or visit GVHBA.org for more information.

Another Amazing Transformation

Susan Allison — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:01:03 +0000

Our very talented Designer / Project Manager, Susan Allison, has done it yet again. A dramatic transformation on a very modest budget, including a kitchen, fireplace, & bathroom. Here a few photos taken by the very happy clients:

Before

After

Living Room

Fireplace

Top 10 Design Trends

Jacqueline Brynjolfson — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:00:36 +0000

This list was provided by 2009 National Dream Home Designers Robert Sennett & Darren Sanger-Smith

Metal Roofs – They are environmentally friendly, clean & gives your old roof a new/different look, whether as an accent or whole roof.
Dark Trim Colours – Gives a punch to the facade of our home. It allows the house to blend with the landscaping, picture frames opnenings & highlights glazing shapes as proportional architectural features.
Front Porches – Adds connectivity to the home & offers a sense of community when used as an outdoors space for gatherings & parties.
Indoor/Outdoor Landscaping – Incorporates organic details that reflect the architecture.
Brick – Gives real depth to the character of the home.
Stucco as an Accent
Green Design – Everyone is talking green these days. Whether your contribution is minor updates or a complete reno, be aware and consider options to green your home.
Ceilings – It’s just as important as the floor and the right ceiling can create a sense of volume change and an emotional within any given space that would otherwise be lost.
Water Features – An interior water feature can add to the space as a beautiful piece of artwork with a calming sound that can enhance any space.
Sound/Music/Media – The sky’s the limit with this one. Think carefully about what you need/want. Combining technology with a well thought out wall unit or room layout can only enhance the space.