Articles by: Home Renovation Concepts Staff

  • Renovated Hard Loft in Toronto

    Renovated Hard Loft in Toronto

    This renovated hard loft in Toronto is in a building dating from 1917 and has a historic and industrial feel with post and beam construction, cedar slat ceilings, ducting, yellow brick and factory windows. The updated kitchen has a soft gray penny tile backsplash, new […]

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  • Top Ten Design Ideas for Renovating Your Kitchen

    Top Ten Design Ideas for Renovating Your Kitchen

    The kitchen is the heart of any home. A contemporary kitchen should be functional, beautiful, and cohesive with your home decor. Get the top ten design ideas for renovating your kitchen, including cabinets, colors, lighting, organization and decorating, in this D.Signers video: 1. Paint the […]

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  • Four Amazing Basement Renovations

    Four Amazing Basement Renovations

    Take a tour of the four amazing basement renovations from the Rock the Block competition with judge Tamara Day in this HGTV video: #1 Two-Bedroom Rental Unit (Nate and Jeremiah) Pros: Countertops, murphy bed and closets, full bathroom, barn doors Cons: Gas stove #2 Game […]

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  • Five Home Maintenance Tasks for April

    Five Home Maintenance Tasks for April

    This Ace Hardware video presents five home maintenance tasks for April: 1. Get your mower ready for the season. This includes sharpening the blade, replacing the spark plug, cleaning or replacing the air filter, changing the oil, cleaning the unit of debris and lubricating moving […]

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  • Uniquely Shaped Urban Condo

    Uniquely Shaped Urban Condo

    This uniquely shaped urban condo in Toronto has a curved wall of windows, which complicates the design layout, but The Bespoke Group met the renovation challenge and created a livable functional home filled with very luxurious details. The makeover starts with the entryway which has […]

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  • How to Make a Garden Hose Holder

    How to Make a Garden Hose Holder

    A garden hose holder not only provides an easy and convenient storage space but also ensures your hose remains kink-free. Learn how to make a garden hose holder in this video by This Old House: Using a miter saw, cut 1×6 and 2×2 boards to […]

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  • Types of Palm Plants

    Types of Palm Plants

    Palm plants bring a tropical feel to indoor spaces. They feature fan or feather-shaped leaves on a long stem, and there are many different varieties. Most can grow indoors and outdoor; they are low maintenance houseplants that require moderate temperature, water and light. Learn about […]

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  • Modern Farmhouse in Quebec

    Modern Farmhouse in Quebec

    The main floor of this modern farmhouse in Quebec is full of personal touches. The classic kitchen has a large island, custom cabinetry, appliance nook, and generous counter space and storage, while the adjacent dining room is more contemporary with a sculptural light fixture and […]

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  • Builder's DIY Solar Powered Tiny House on Wheels

    Builder’s DIY Solar Powered Tiny House on Wheels

    There’s a really big difference between building a house and building a home – a place that is going to be yours to live in that will encapsulate your life – and this builder’s DIY solar powered tiny house on wheels has “home” written all […]

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