Quiet Appreciation
Studies have shown that long-term exposure to background noise can affect our health, our sleep, and even lead to serious problems such as cardiovascular disease. Luckily, there are things you can do to minimize
Kitchen Counter-Trends
Over the past 20 years, many homes in North America have been converted to, or built with, open concept kitchen-living spaces. This is partly in response to the demand for larger homes and, subsequently,
Log Homes
Log homes have a special appeal and an aesthetic that invites occupants to reconnect with nature. Living in a log home is something akin to 'art as an experience'. Log construction has evolved, from
Siting a New Home
Home siting is the process of determining how to place the house on a building lot for maximum livability. Siting is influenced mostly by the building footprint compared to available land. In the countryside,