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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

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

Renovating a home with a secondary suite – What you need to know

2 02, 2018

Renovating a home with a secondary suite – What you need to know

By Vaughn at Flipside Homes|2018-01-22T11:18:53-08:00February 2nd, 2018|Renovation Tips|

Secondary suites have become all the rage in Vancouver, partly in response to the city’s skyrocketing housing prices. However, renovating your home to include a secondary suite can be a complicated process. Before you undertake such a renovation, it is important to consider what is required - and decide if a secondary suite is right for you. Legal versus illegal secondary suites While there are many illegal secondary suites in the city, we do not suggest taking this route. Instead, we encourage you to focus on creating a legal secondary suite, protecting yourself against costly fines and renovations down the road. If you have already bought a home with a secondary suite and have discovered it is illegal, there are options available to you. Before taking any action though, it is best to call a professional for advice about how