In Ontario, we are lucky enough to experience four distinct seasons. This makes having a space to experience the outdoors in comfort even more enjoyable. At GBC Design & Build, we help homeowners’ dream spaces become a reality. With an indoor and outdoor renovation experience, we can customize your outdoor space to fit your needs…
Read MoreOverhaul Your Yard with These Great Outdoor Living Spaces
With so many Canadians spending more time outdoors, it’s no surprise that homeowners in the Greater Toronto Area are overhauling their properties to create great outdoor living spaces. The exterior of your property should be just as enticing as the interior, and with GBC Design & Build, you can make your outdoor space dreams a…
Read MoreMaximizing Space in a Small House
Is your home too small for you? Sometimes we outgrow our homes, but that doesn’t mean we have to leave them. You can renovate your home to make the most of your space, making even a small home feel spacious. What if you’re building a custom home, but it has to be small due to…
Read MoreBest Types of Home Additions to Create More Space for Your Family
Does your growing family need more space? If you have a new child on the way, or your children are just getting older and need more space, there are several ways that you can add more space and get the size home that you need, right where you are. Here are the best types of…
Read MoreThe Best Home Renovations for Value, Function & Pleasure
What’s the best kind of home renovation for you? Instead of focusing exclusively on increasing your home value, or exclusively on improving your own comfort in your home, you can balance both needs. Some home renovation projects lend themselves well to both purposes. You can significantly improve how you feel in your home, while also…
Read MoreWhere to Place Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting is more of an art than a science. Yet, few homeowners know how to use lighting to make their landscape more tranquil, beautiful, romantic or dramatic. You can achieve many moods and atmospheres with the right lighting, in the right places. Here are some ideas on where to place outdoor lighting and make…
Read MoreWhich Renovations Increase the Value of a House?
Renovating your home before you sell can help you get the highest sale price. However, not all renovations are created equal. No one is a mind reader who can tell you exactly which feature will entice your eventual buyer. However, there are general trends that can help you determine which renovations will be most valuable…
Read MoreRenovating Your House: Where to Start
You have big dreams for your home. You plan on renovating multiple spaces, including two of the biggest renos: the kitchen and the bathroom. So, where should you start? Doing both, or more, renovations at once will slow your home down and make it harder to live in. So, which should you do first? The…
Read MoreModern Home Design: What is it and How Can I Achieve It?
When you start looking into building your home or extensively renovating your home, you’ll hear a lot about modern home design. A modern home seems like such an ambiguous term. How does it differ from a home with a traditional design? And, why are most families and individuals drawn to modern home design over traditional…
Read MoreModern Landscape Design Explained
Modern landscape design can be stunning. Many people deeply enjoy the modern landscapes they choose for their homes. However, modern landscape design is so different from traditional forms that it can be hard to pull off. What makes landscape design modern, and how can you achieve it on your own property? Here are some ideas…
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