The Lighthouse Journal
Welcome to our corner of insight, inspiration, and in-the-field experience. From build tips and design trends to project highlights and team stories, this is where we share what we’ve learned—and what we’re excited about next.
Posted on June 26, 2026
Thinking About Building Custom in Calgary’s Inner City? Read This First.
Building a custom home in one of Calgary’s established inner city neighbourhoods is one of the most rewarding things you can do as […]
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Posted on May 06, 2026
How to Choose the Right Lot in Calgary for Your Custom Home
There’s a moment early in the homebuilding journey—often before plans are drawn or design is considered—where one decision quietly […]
Posted on April 15, 2026
Building Beyond the Blueprint: A More Considered Approach to Custom Homes
There’s a moment at the beginning of every custom home journey where inspiration meets uncertainty. You may have a […]
Posted on July 15, 2025
Calgary Homebuyers Face Land Challenges as Prices Soar and Demand Shifts: Lighthouse Custom Homes Shares Key Insights
For anyone looking to build a new home in Calgary, securing the right piece of land is the essential […]
Posted on June 11, 2025
Why More Homebuyers Are Choosing Custom: A Conversation with Lighthouse Custom Homes
For many homebuyers, the thought of building a custom home can feel overwhelming. That’s where Lighthouse Custom Homes comes […]
Posted on December 04, 2024
What is a Specification?
If you’ve walked through a show home in Calgary, you’ve likely heard the word spec or specification. Usually, you […]
Posted on December 03, 2024
Buying off of Price Per Square Foot
“What is your cost per square foot?” This question makes custom builders cringe a little because it totally depends […]
Posted on November 30, 2024
To Renovate or To Build?
To Renovate or To Build? This question comes up more than you think. People LOVE their home, the location […]
Posted on October 31, 2024
Why your Builder doesn’t want you on-site
Builder’s realize that the new home building process is exciting! Clients want to feel a part of the construction […]
Posted on October 03, 2024
Thinking of Redevelopment?
]If you’re thinking of building a new home then you know that the first step is to find a […]
Posted on September 11, 2024
Pricing: Cost Plus vs. Fixed
What is the difference between Cost Plus versus a Fixed Price? When it comes to building your home, there […]
Posted on April 17, 2024
The Selection Process
The Selections Process Choosing the finishing materials for your new home begins once your home design starts to take […]
