Build news winter dec13

We love this home. It is as charming and comforting as our friends who live within it. We knew from the beginning of planning for the addition that the old porch, a blend of styles that was weathered and worn, would need to be improved. The design evolved from the front door replacement, a traditional mission style in a welcoming yellow tone. The door is

contrasted by the continuation of grey tones in the trex boards of the floor and stairs. The simple craftsman style of the railings and posts once again tie-in with the door style. All is painted white to match the contrasting trim of the rest of the home. A shocking transformation from the original white house with green trim which it had once been.

Traditional porch completes renovation

Winter 2013 Volume 4, Issue 1

Winter Tip The perfect time to plan for spring renovations is while the snow is on the ground. Consider your home's curb appeal, reducing energy costs, and improving comfort and style. Early planning will ensure that the project runs smoothly and will allow more time to enjoy your upgrades before the snow falls again. Have your project on Build's schedule today for when the weather improves this spring.

Details such as the mission style newel posts and contrasting yellow door create a cheery welcome.

The simple porch design maintains this home's traditional facade.

Aesthetic Arts in Tillsonburg

You need not travel far to witness a spectacular example of the Aesthetic Arts movement popularized in the late 1800s. Annandale House in Tillsonburg serves as a monument to this style defined by colourful decorative detailing on ceilings and floors as well as ornate woodwork and stained glass. This stunning home was built by E.D. Tillson, the first mayor of Tillsonburg and today serves as a museum and tourist information centre for the area. If you love Arts and Crafts style, take the scenic drive and time travel to 1880 Victorian England without packing a suitcase (or teleporter).http://www.tillsonburg.ca/Visitors/AnnandaleHouse. RoRy

Annandale House, built by E.D. Tillson in the 1880s.

Colourful details, decorative woodwork and glass.

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At Build, we encourage our clients to become involved in every phase of the building process. This series will assist in educating you about what to expect at each phase.

Interior Finishes: Finish the walls, install the doors and trim, hang the cabinets, put down the hardwood flooring, install ceramic tile, and cover everything.

Exterior Finishes: Any combination of brick, stone, stucco, vinyl, aluminum, concrete, or wood. We can also provide landscaping professionals to enhance your home's final exterior look.

Next issue: Phase Four – Happy Home Owner. Visit www.build4u.ca for The Build Process.

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Build DesignSome great design projects were underway this year. Many have been in the design stages for several months so it is exciting to see the concepts becoming reality. We designed a kitchen addition to a tudor revival with a traditional belvedere atop. We have also designed a sympathetic board and batten addition to a historic brick farm house. As well, a number of interior designs for kitchens and baths in classic styles for local heritage homes.

Interior finishes include cabinets, tile and flooring. Exterior finishes include brick, concrete and landscaping.

Farmhouse kitchen with contemporary flairA smaller kitchen can be beautiful and functional when thoughtfully updated. Our clients wanted a useful modern space that would still reflect their home's farmhouse roots. We designed a contemporary country style with clean white shaker cabinets, dark gray granite tops, beveled subway tile and even a built-in space for the family dog to dine. Top of the wishlist was an apron front sink similar to one the owner recalls her grandmother bathing her in as a toddler. She now has a fantastic kitchen where she can create new memories with her own family.

We are gathering profiles and designs of vintage mouldings from around the province, and are amazed at the thought that went into the design and craftsmanship in the past execution of interior woodwork. The shapes and proportions are much more elegant than the standard off-the-shelf profiles which are available today. With some direction from the past, and the help of a local millwork shop that runs affordable custom profiles, we can offer a trim package for your Queen Anne or your 70's ranch that will transform and unify the interior. Doors, crown mouldings, casings, baseboards, wainscotting, chair rails; painted or stained; contemporary or traditional; we have the design expertise and resources to make your homes interior sing.

Treat your home to trim!

our integrated trim in client's circa 1900 cottage.

Cottonwood Mansion, selkirk, circa 1860.

After: Beautiful contemporary country kitchen. Before: Farm kitchen ready for a change.

A clever island built-in for the family dog's dishes.An existing window is the perfect spot for a seat.

Vintage farmhouse-style sink and faucet.