If you're dreaming of building a custom home in the Calgary area, one of your first, and most important, questions is probably: how much does it really cost to build a custom home? While the answer depends on many factors,…
Five years ago, Michael Cooper, Dream’s Founder and Chief Responsible Officer, stood in a sprawling field south of Calgary for a groundbreaking ceremony that would transform the land into a $2.5 billion mixed-use development called Alpine Park. “We started assembling…
As Alberta homeowners brace for their first winter in a new build, understanding how to prepare for the season is crucial. Nick Lobchuk, Warranty Manager at Lighthouse Custom Homes, is the go-to person for post-possession support—and he’s sharing what every…
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…
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…
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…