2019-09-10 15:27
OGC was named by REMODELING Magazine to its 2019 Big50 Class of North America’s Top Remodelers.
OGC has been selected by REMODELING magazine to join the REMODELING Big50. Each year sin… Read More
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2018-11-12 21:12
If you are a snowbird planning on heading south this winter then you will need to prepare your home for the cold weather, even though you yourself are planning on escaping it. Taking a few s… Read More
2018-11-08 17:38
Do you feel frustrated everytime you open up your Hydro bill because of how much it’s costing you? Yet, you feel like you’re always having to tell your kids to turn off the light… Read More
2017-11-06 16:14
The three outcomes that we always tell our clients to strive for in their basement renovation projects are:
1) Personal happiness
2) Increased energy efficiency
3) Improved market value
If… Read More
2017-11-06 16:14
Value Added to a House From an Addition
No matter how creative you get with lighting, décor, and design there’s always going to be one thing inhibiting you from really making c… Read More
2017-11-06 16:14
Tips to Make Your Space Look Bigger
There’s a simple fact about home design in that you can only do so much with the space allotted. This means you’re probably not going to feas… Read More
2017-11-06 16:13
Common Bathroom Renovation Mistakes and What to Look for in a Remodeling Contractor
One thing we always recommend to our clients if they have some home improvement finances they want to par… Read More
2017-11-06 16:13
Accessibility Renovations for Seniors
Accessibility renovations for seniors are projects that add incredible value now, but also when it comes time to sell your home. You may lure… Read More
2017-11-06 16:13
Our customers get basement renovations for a wide variety of reasons. These include converting the area into an apartment for a senior / student, creating a laundry room that isn’t a d… Read More
2017-11-06 16:13
Ergonomic Kitchen Design
You’ve probably heard more than a few times that the most important room in your home is the kitchen. It does make sense, the kitchen is where you prepare and… Read More
2017-10-31 15:43
Bathroom Remodels that Save Space
We all know that a bathrooms main job is to be functional. You need a toilet, you need a shower or bath, and you need a sink – it’s a fact of li… Read More
2017-10-31 15:43
High – End Basement Upgrades
When you want to add value to your home, adding insulation, drywall, and flooring to finish a basement is one of the best investments you can make. That b… Read More
2017-10-31 15:42
Valuable Home Additions
Of course the main reason that you’re looking into a potential home addition is so you can enjoy the space in the present time. Maybe you’re adding a thre… Read More
2017-10-31 15:42
Energy Saving + Smart Kitchen
Your kitchen is often described as the MVP of your home, the area which adds the most value to future buyers but also the spot that you use the most now. Think… Read More
2017-10-26 16:02
Energy Efficient Ideas for Custom House, Savings From Energy Efficiency
There are three main priorities that we always urge our clients to seek when they are looking into renovating or remod… Read More
2017-10-12 14:53
What To Look For In a Custom House Builder
One thing you’ll find out as you search for custom house projects is that no matter what the price, or what the turnaround time, or what the… Read More
2017-10-06 14:38
Material Pricing Tips (How to Make Sure You Don’t Get Ripped Off)
When you’re looking at having construction work performed on your house, the first thing you need to know is th… Read More
2017-10-06 14:38
Material Price Tips (How to Make Sure You Get Bang for Your Buck)
When you’re looking at having construction work performed on your house, the first thing you need to know is that lab… Read More
2017-09-20 18:33
Is your basement working for you?
If you have too much living space and too many passive income streams, this isn’t the post for you. For everyone else, the pros have put together… Read More
2017-06-16 22:11
How to buy a detached single home in Ottawa under $400k
Finding the right home is never easy. For many people, it almost becomes a full-time job on its own. The right balance of distance, s… Read More
2015-11-19 07:06
The green rooftop design is a natural habitat constructed on roof tops solely for the purpose of utilizing the space productively, adding a bit of nature for many practical reasons. Water ab… Read More
2015-10-19 01:46
As people who are always looking for ways to make homes better in every way, we love discovering new ideas and hacks. It’s even better when we find many of them, all compiled in one li… Read More
2015-10-12 15:44
Not too long ago, our partner site Vancouver Custom Homes posted about the amazing blog My Paradissi. We totally love how the blog owner, Eleni, manages to consistently provide top-notch des… Read More
2015-10-12 15:44
Short of living in a 10,000 square foot mansion, we’d all be happier with a bigger master bathroom, a larger kitchen, more closet space and the list goes on. We love our home, but who… Read More
2015-10-12 15:43
With the 2012 average household income of Ottawa being the highest of all largest cities in Canada, getting a renovation seems like a much less financially scary thought. Home renovations ar… Read More
2015-10-05 14:50
The majority of home owners have great dreams about having an ideal basement. However, the fact is most of them do not actually implement those ideas, since they find it difficult to make th… Read More
2015-07-04 15:12
Choosing the right home renovations is a decision that effects the long run. Selecting the renovation that best suites and accommodation the future plan is best. Once that decision is made… Read More
2015-06-04 16:18
As sustainability concerns mount and urban space becomes harder and harder to come by in Canadian cities, more people are choosing to convert older homes or buildings once used for other pur… Read More
2015-05-08 11:00
This Sunday is the day we celebrate mothers and everything they have done for us. Moms appreciate homemade gifts especially one’s that she can use around the house.
These DIY’s a… Read More
2015-05-04 19:30
Kensington Palace announced the royal baby’s name, Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, this morning. She was born Saturday at St. Mary’s Hospital in central London. Since she is fourth in… Read More
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