The Artisan Contracting Blog

How A Design Helps Speed Up Your Project (and Keeps it On Budget)

Almost every home renovation project has a design of some kind. But the clearer and more comprehensive that design is, the better the renovation process goes. We find that projects with the best planning are completed on schedule and under budget. But why, and how can you get that quality planning for your own project?  […]

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before a Custom Kitchen Renovation

Have you been thinking about investing in a Custom Kitchen Renovation? The kitchen, for many families, is the main focal point in the home. Not only is a kitchen functional, but it also brings the family together. Therefore, you should spend some time planning your custom kitchen renovation. There are a few things you should consider […]

Things to Consider When Planning to Renovate Your Home

Where should you start renovating your house? Even renovating a single room may be a huge task, but you don’t have to do it all at once, or alone. Use this guide to better understand how to start renovating a house and get a glimpse at the things you will need to consider when you […]

What makes a kitchen “High-end”?

Every home has a kitchen, and they’re all as unique as the people who live there. When designing our kitchens, it is very common to put a little of ourselves into the design, finishes, and fixtures but what distinguishes a high-end kitchen from a regular one? Where is that line drawn? If you’re wondering if your kitchen […]

How to Plan When Building Your Dream Home: Tips from the Pros

Whether you’re building your dream home from the ground up, or looking to take your existing home to new heights of sophistication, it all starts with a well-designed plan. Planning out your renovations properly will allow both you and your contractor to work towards a shared vision and a stellar final product. When getting ready […]

Timeless Main Floor Renovation Suggestions

Months – and sometimes years – go into planning a main floor renovation that will best suit you and your family’s needs. And it’s understandable! That’s why we’ve put together a list of main floor renovation suggestions that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Why You Can’t Take Main Floor Renovations Lightly Renovations […]

3 Tips to Follow When Completing a Main Floor Renovation

The main floor plays a significant role in setting the impression for the rest of your home. It’s also usually the most frequented space in a household as well as the area first viewed by visitors. Although deciding to complete a main floor renovation is an exciting time, it can also be a time filled with decision-making. […]

Should I Add a Second Storey Addition or Dig Out the Basement?

Most homeowners at some point, decide that they would like to have more room in their home. But say you love your current location and don’t want to move. To get the space you want, some renovations are in order. If the size of your property prevents you from building out, your options are to […]

Which Home Renovations Add The Most Value? And Which Don’t?

Original article posted Jan 15, 2018. Content updated Apr 24, 2023.    As homeowners contemplate the various renovations that can improve the look and feel of their homes, they quickly discover that not all renovations are created equal. One of the fundamental questions you might ask is: how likely will I get a return on […]

How to Make Your House Brighter

You’ve bought the house of your dreams surrounded by large mature trees. You consider this place your heavenly oasis with lots of shade on hot sunny days, right?  Unfortunately, after you move into your new castle, you discover that all of those big trees cast a dark shadow over the house. The interior is darker […]