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The best ways to transform your basement during your home renovation in Vancouver

19 07, 2019

The best ways to transform your basement during your home renovation in Vancouver

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2019-06-26T17:23:47-07:00July 19th, 2019|Renovation Tips|

Do you have an unfinished or under-utilized basement? A home renovation in Vancouver is the perfect time to change that! With a single renovation, you can turn your basement into a fully functioning part of your home. Here are just a few of the ways you can make your basement work for you… Nine ways to transform your basement during your home renovation in Vancouver 1. Create a second living room View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha Morgan🏹 (@the.white.arrow) on Jan 19, 2019 at 8:30am PST A second living room can be a great use of your basement space. You can add a comfortable couch and some recliners. If you want a TV, it is easy to put one in. Then, if you have family members who want to watch different shows, there are

How to add extra space to your home during a Vancouver home renovation

21 09, 2018

How to add extra space to your home during a Vancouver home renovation

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-08-21T14:56:43-07:00September 21st, 2018|Renovation Tips|

Your Vancouver home renovation is the perfect time to reassess the space you and your loved ones need. Is your home feeling cramped? Are your children growing up and need separate rooms? Are you about to start a family and want to add a nursery? No matter the reason, it is important to get the space you need. At the same time, gaining space in the city can be challenging. With the right approach for your home, however, you can easily give yourself the space you – and your family – require. How to approach expanding your space during your Vancouver home renovation When most people want more space in their homes, they imagine purchasing a new property. With the high prices in the city, though, this is often not practical. Given this, think about how you can use a

7 flooring trends to use in your home renovation in Vancouver

6 07, 2018

7 flooring trends to use in your home renovation in Vancouver

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-06-25T08:39:45-07:00July 6th, 2018|Inspiration|

Flooring is central to the overall style of each room in your home. Sometimes, though, flooring can be lost in the shuffle of picking other design elements. That is why we have put together a list of seven of our favourite flooring trends to help inspire you for your home renovation in Vancouver. 7 flooring trends to consider for your home renovation in Vancouver 1. Bleach it out Photo credit: SEBRING Light flooring is in for home renovations in Vancouver this year. Consider going with a light stain or bleached look. If you are on the more adventurous side, you could also consider pickled wood. 2. Harden up Photo credit: The Flooring Girl Hardwood is the biggest flooring trend of 2018. New homes are going for hardwood – everywhere. An elegant look like this is the

Why you should do at least 2 rooms at once during a Vancouver home renovation

22 06, 2018

Why you should do at least 2 rooms at once during a Vancouver home renovation

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-05-22T11:46:50-07:00June 22nd, 2018|Renovation Tips|

Often, people think doing their Vancouver home renovations one room at a time will make the process easier. After all, then you will only have to deal with work in one space. This may seem to be common sense, but the opposite is actually true. It is much simpler and smoother to do at least two rooms at once during your Vancouver home renovation. Here is why. Why it is easier to do at least 2 rooms at once during your Vancouver home renovation 1. Permits Some Vancouver home renovations require specific permits, which usually have a long wait time for approval, and can be quite expensive. The permits that may apply to your renovation are for moving, changing or adding gas lines, electrical wires or plumbing, or if you are adding to the main structure, removing structural walls, and

5 home renovations in Vancouver that don’t add value to your home

15 06, 2018

5 home renovations in Vancouver that don’t add value to your home

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-05-22T11:46:59-07:00June 15th, 2018|Renovation Tips|

Home renovations can be a great way to add value to your property in Vancouver. Not all home renovations are created equal though. Here are five home renovations to avoid as they do not add value to your home… 5 home renovations in Vancouver that do not add value to your home 1. Solar panels Solar panels – and other forms of green upgrades – can be a great way to save money on your bills, paying for themselves many times over. If you are renovating to rent or sell your home, though, green upgrades usually are not a way to add value. Unfortunately, adding solar panels to a home is not on most buyers’ must-have lists. 2. Swimming pools If you are in LA, sure, add a pool! In Canada, however, a swimming pool can seem like more trouble

The top tile trends you should use for your Vancouver home renovation

11 05, 2018

The top tile trends you should use for your Vancouver home renovation

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-04-24T13:13:19-07:00May 11th, 2018|Inspiration|

Tiles are on trend right now when it comes to a Vancouver home renovation. With a seemingly infinite number of tile options though, how do you choose the patterns and styles that are right for you? Here are some of our favourites to get you started… Our favourite tile trends for every room of your Vancouver home renovation 1. For the kitchen Photo credit: Home Bunch Subtle texture is very on trend for Vancouver home renovations right now. We love the high gloss version as it highlights the texture. This look is perfect for the kitchen as it’s subtle, but creates visual interest. Get it in a light colour like crisp white or dusty pink to open up the room! 2. For the bathroom This look is a fun blend of two trends. The first is the alternate

Should you design your own home renovation in Vancouver?

27 04, 2018

Should you design your own home renovation in Vancouver?

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-04-23T14:52:33-07:00April 27th, 2018|Renovation Tips|

We all know the simple answer to this question, so let us get it out of the way… No, you should not design your own home renovation in Vancouver. But why not? And how much of a problem could designing your home renovation in Vancouver be? The top 4 reasons you should have a professional design your own home renovation in Vancouver 1. A professional knows the costs of renovations Knowledge and experience go a long way toward creating a home renovation design that fits your budget. That means you could start your project only to find that it is impossible to finish without a lottery win! On the other hand, if you are working with a professional team like the renovation project managers at Flipside Homes, they will make sure your home renovation in Vancouver fits within your budget.

10 ways to add storage during your home renovation in Vancouver

20 04, 2018

10 ways to add storage during your home renovation in Vancouver

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-04-23T09:49:44-07:00April 20th, 2018|Inspiration, Renovation Tips|

A home renovation in Vancouver offers owners a chance to re-think their space. This time is the perfect opportunity to create storage of all shapes and sizes. If you have an older home, this can be especially important as they are notorious for have less room and awkward storage areas. Regardless of your house's age, this is your chance to squeeze every inch of storage area out of your home. How to add storage during your home renovation in Vancouver 1. The sleek bathroom Bathrooms can easily get cluttered. During your home renovation in Vancouver, help hide that clutter with a tall pull-out. Now you can have everything you need at your fingertips, while still maintaining a spa-like simplicity sure to keep you calm - morning and night. 2. A mudroom bench Photo credit: Closets Plus Entryways

Where to find inspiration for your Vancouver home renovation

13 04, 2018

Where to find inspiration for your Vancouver home renovation

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-03-21T13:57:31-07:00April 13th, 2018|Inspiration|

A Vancouver home renovation can be exciting but finding the perfect inspiration is challenging. Design sites are all over the internet, but not all are created equal. So where should you begin your search? Here are our favourite sources of inspiration to help get you started… Five places to find inspiration for your Vancouver home renovation 1. Pinterest Photo credit: Emily Henderson Pinterest is a favourite for home design fans and fanatics. In fact, there are so many ideas that you may find yourself getting overwhelmed by them all. To avoid this, use Pinterest as more of an exploratory search. Start general until you find a sense of direction for your Vancouver home renovation. During your search, be sure to check out HGTV Design Star Emily Henderson’s budget-friendly ideas and Gabrielle Savoie’s tropical influences. 2. HGTV

5 spring home renovation ideas for your Vancouver home

23 03, 2018

5 spring home renovation ideas for your Vancouver home

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-03-23T08:48:49-07:00March 23rd, 2018|Renovation Tips|

The end of winter is finally here – and you may find yourself looking forward to planning a spring home renovation. But what are trendiest new looks for spring? If you need a little inspiration for your spring home renovation, we have you covered… 1. Marble Photo credit: @parkandoakdesign Classic and classy, light coloured marble brings an elegant look to your Vancouver home. Pair it with warmer colours or wood to keep your space inviting. If you love the look of marble but find it out of your price range, consider Laminam as an alternative. This new Italian porcelain product can the style of marble to your spring home renovation, without breaking the bank. Ask your renovation professional about porcelain as well. 2. Skylights Photo credit: Velux Spring is a time for brightness, including in