Moving house is not something most people look forward to. It’s a huge disruption of your life and it requires endless coordination and organization. We put this guide together to help you remember everything you have to take care of so that you can take care of yourself a little better while the whole ordeal is going on. Old Location Before you start anything, arrange for a professional mover. You can get mover recommendations from friends or review sites. Then think about... [read more]

Whether you love them or hate them, elevators are a necessary part of condo living. As buildings get taller, elevator manufacturers have been forced to innovate to keep up with modern-day needs. In 1857, Otis Elevator invented the first passenger elevator in a five-storey building in New York City. This innovation ultimately paved the way for the rise – literally – of skyscrapers across the world and changed the face of urban landscapes forever. Despite the fact that elevators... [read more]

These days it takes more than granite countertops, open concept kitchens, and modern appliances to impress homebuyers. With an aging baby-boomer population and a growing number of individuals who are disabled, more and more Canadians are seeking accessible housing. They want homes with accessible design elements such as wheelchair ramps, pocket doors, wide hallways, large barrier-free showers, floors free of level differences, wheelchair stair lifts, and roll-under sinks. According to the... [read more]

We have smart locks, smart light, smart thermostats-pretty much every aspect of our homes can be reached out. That’s why it’s about time windows got the tech treatment. Meet the technologies proving windows can do a lot more than just provide a pretty view.    Auto-Tinting Windows Imagine never having to get up to draw your curtains or close your blinds. At the push of a button, you can transform your windows from clear to opaque thanks to electrochromic glass.... [read more]