“A mother is always the beginning. She is how things begin.” —Unknown • 🌺 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌺 
Happy Cinco de Mayo! May this day be as beautiful and vibrant as the Mexican culture! 
ENERGY EFFICIENCY — Energy efficiency is a priority for us when completing a renovation. Small changes can not only create a greener and more eco-friendly home, but can save future buyers money in the long run. — 5338 Fillinger Cres · Nanaimo, BC · When we were renovating this home, we converted the furnace, hot water tank, and all appliances to gas, which meant that we needed to install a gas line, and it was a large upfront investment. However, the energy and financial savings of gas appliances well outweigh the initial investment over time. — Also, we upgraded all the windows in the home, which will retain more heat, and cut down on heating costs in the winter. Not to mention it brings in more light, and maximizes those stunning beach views! — 
FLOORING — Too many different types of flooring in the main space of a home can create a disjointed and chaotic feeling, so we recommend using the same flooring throughout the main living area. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t use different flooring in other rooms! In some cases we like to use carpet in the bedrooms to cut down on costs, and tile or vinyl in the bathroom(s) or laundry room to add character! — Swipe to see examples >>> 5338 Fillinger Cres · Nanaimo, BC · The original kitchen had linoleum flooring, the living room was carpeted, and the downstairs suite had outdated vinyl flooring. We unified the entire home by using consistent high-end vinyl throughout the main living areas on both floors, and in this case, in all the bedrooms, as well. Look how clean and open the space looks! — 5961 Sealand RD · Nanaimo, BC · In this rancher, we opened up the living room, dining room, and kitchen to create an open-concept floor plan. We then created a unified space with the luxury vinyl flooring that runs throughout these spaces. The transformation was incredible, and the home was almost unrecognizable after our renovation! — Whether you tackle the flooring yourself or hire a contractor to do the work - by simplifying the flooring and making smart choices you can create a cohesive space and save money!