For anyone looking to build a new home in Calgary, securing the right piece of land is the essential first step—but that step has become significantly more complicated and expensive in recent years. “Obviously, the key to any new home…
Interior design is moving in a bold new direction—and according to Lighthouse Custom Homes' Sonia Smith, comfort is at the centre of it all. “I am an interior designer and a project manager… As soon as the homeowners are finished…
Buying a new home in Alberta comes with peace of mind thanks to the Alberta New Home Warranty program. Established under the New Home Buyer Protection Act, this mandatory warranty ensures that all newly constructed homes meet specific performance and…
For many homebuyers, the thought of building a custom home can feel overwhelming. That’s where Lighthouse Custom Homes comes in, aiming to simplify the process and deliver a personalized, guided experience from start to finish. “People definitely can feel overwhelmed,”…
If you’ve walked through a show home in Calgary, you’ve likely heard the word spec or specification. Usually, you just let that word pass you by, but as you go down the path you realize that it’s an important part…
“What is your cost per square foot?” This question makes custom builders cringe a little because it totally depends on what the clients want. Working with a custom builder allows you to, you guessed it, customize your home from the…
The Selections Process Choosing the finishing materials for your new home begins once your home design starts to take shape. Through working together using our past experiences and techniques, Chris and Andrea have come up with three great options for…
“What is your cost per square foot?” This question makes custom builders cringe a little because it totally depends on what the clients want. Working with a custom builder allows you to, you guessed it, customize your home from the…
Financing Your Custom Home Most of us are familiar with the home buying process of find home, secure mortgage/financing and move in. With building, the process is a little different but remains simple. Financing If you’re financing your new home,…
The Custom Design Process Building a home can be intimidating, but translating your dream home into "designer speak" and watching it come to life is a cool experience. Involving a Builder upfront can help with timelines, managing budgets and setting…