Energy efficiency isn’t just a “green feature.” To buildings, it’s one of the fastest ways to keep operating costs predictable, improve comfort and reduce avoidable wear on equipment. The catch is that efficiency doesn’t come from one big upgrade – […]
Using Deck Blocks for a Quicker, Easier and More Sustainable Project Want a deck without tearing up your yard? A floating deck is the perfect solution. It sits above ground, looks great and skips unnecessary construction. Using deck blocks makes
Although energy-efficient design and low-carbon materials are centre stage for green builders, the environmental footprint of logistics is another factor that determines the actual sustainability of a project. Logistics activities affect emissions, packaging waste and resource efficiency throughout the construction
Daniel Marks is the founder of the North Vancouver-based woodworking studio, Omba. In this Q&A he talks about his approach to building furniture that lasts and offers some advice for people shopping around for sustainable furniture. 1. Can you tell
A 2025 Houzz report shows that windows were the second most common exterior upgrade homeowners undertake (after replacing a roof). After all, there’s a lot of reasons why people would replace their windows. Windows check a lot of boxes for
Efficient crew management is often overlooked in sustainability discussions, which tend to focus on green building materials, energy efficiency and design. However, even the most sustainable design can fail if it is poorly executed on site. Crew management is the
In an industry like construction where trust and credibility are everything, visual proof of results matters more than ever. Before-and-after content, whether that’s photos, time-lapse sequences, or short clips, is one of the most compelling ways to communicate craftsmanship, quality
Find Out What You Can and Can’t Renovate in Canadian Condos (By Province) In many Canadian cities, condo boards receive more complaints about unauthorized condo renovations than about noise, pets, or parking. Even small projects like changing flooring, installing pot
Upgrading your home lighting is one of the simplest ways to live greener while lowering monthly bills. Small changes in where light is placed, how bright it is and how it is controlled can cut wasted energy in every room.
For decades, Poly-B (polybutylene) plumbing quietly sat behind walls in hundreds of thousands of Canadian homes. In the 1980s and 1990s, it was embraced as a modern material: cheaper than copper, easier to install, flexible enough to snake through tight
