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Ancient Hobbit Houses May Just Fix Vancouver’s Housing Crisis
Vancouver: land of scenic mountains, yoga pants, and real estate prices so high you’d think homes were constructed out of truffles ...
Announcement
Rommel Design partners with Architectural Designs
AD offers thousands of some of the best home designs in the industry, and we ...
Construction
Frank Lloyd Wright vs. AI: Would the King of Curves Swipe Left on Artificial Design?
Frank Lloyd Wright was basically the OG of organic architecture—long before "biophilic design" became an Instagram hashtag. ...
Construction
Architectural Masterclass: Common Custom Home Building Blunders - 7 Mistakes To Avoid
Building your dream home in British Columbia? Well, get ready for the ride of your life! Between unpredictable weather ...
High Performance Design
Harnessing Nature's Power
In the realm of sustainable architecture, one principle stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness: passive solar design. This innovative approach ...
Planning
Navigating the Housing Maze: Standardized Designs vs. Local Zoning Challenges in the Quest for Affordable Homes
Implementing the Standardized Housing Design Project by introducing a catalogue of standardized designs to help build more homes, as outlined by the Province, could pose significant challenges for local governments, primarily ...
Zoning
The Pitfalls of David Eby's New Zoning Approach
The recent housing legislation introduced by David Eby's Gvernment aims to address the housing crisis by promoting ...
Style
The Arts and Crafts style
In reaction to the prevailing dominance of art deco, Victorian, and heavily ornamented manmade architecture during the heyday of America's Industrial Revolution, the Craftsman style ...
Residential Construction
What does a car cost?
Estimating the construction cost of a custom-designed home is a multifaceted task. Several factors, ...
Residential Design
The Rise of the Modern Farmhouse
The Modern Farmhouse architectural style has taken Canada's west coast by storm in recent years, becoming a dominant trend...
Residential Construction
Are smaller homes better?
In a world marked by growing environmental concerns, economic uncertainties, and increasing urbanization, the concept of smaller homes...
Residential Construction
A General Contractor?
Why not!
Building a new home is a monumental endeavor, and nowhere is this truer than in the diverse and regulated environment of British Columbia.
Building Design
Do Coach Houses work?
Coach houses, also known as laneway houses or granny flats, have gained attention as a potential solution to address housing affordability
Energy Design
Wood vs. Concrete
The Benefits of Wood Frame Construction: A Sustainable and Efficient Housing Solution
Building Design
Why hire a Building Designer vs Architect?
When it comes to designing a house in British Columbia, making the right choice in hiring a professional can significantly impact the outcome of your project
Energy Design
Achieving Net Zero Energy Efficiency by 2032: Introducing the New BC Step Code
The urgent need to combat climate change has prompted governments and industries worldwide to pursue ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Best Design Practices
The Beneficial Role of Vapor Barriers when Utilizing Rigid or Spray Foam Insulation
Vapor barriers can play a crucial role in maximizing the effectiveness of insulation systems,
Design
West Coast Modernist vs. Traditional Design in Residential Architecture
West Coast Modern Design and West Coast Traditional Design are two distinct styles of residential architecture that have emerged and evolved on the West Coast of North America,