Maison D'etre Logo

blog

All Kitchen Renovations Home Decor Tips News
Smart Home Design: Integrating Technology Seamlessly Into Your Renovation

Renovations●Tips

Smart Home Design: Integrating Technology Seamlessly Into Your Renovation

June 2, 2026

Ready to Start Your Project?

Get expert advice and a free consultation from our design team.

Book a Consultation
How to Use Sustainable Materials​ in Your Home Renovation Project

Renovations

How to Use Sustainable Materials​ in Your Home Renovation Project

May 7, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
8 Inspiring Spa Bathroom Ideas for Your Luxury Home

Interior Design●Renovations●Tips

8 Inspiring Spa Bathroom Ideas for Your Luxury Home

March 24, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Breaking Down Luxury Home Reno Costs in Vancouver: What You Should Expect

Home Decor●Interior Design●Tips

Breaking Down Luxury Home Reno Costs in Vancouver: What You Should Expect

March 12, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
From Dated to Deliberate: Inside a Georgie Awards Finalist Condo Renovation

Interior Design

From Dated to Deliberate: Inside a Georgie Awards Finalist Condo Renovation

February 27, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Full Remodel vs. Phasing: What are the Whole Home Renovation Cost Tradeoffs?

Uncategorized

Full Remodel vs. Phasing: What are the Whole Home Renovation Cost Tradeoffs?

February 11, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
From Vision to Reality: How a Design-Build Approach Simplifies Your Renovation

Renovations

From Vision to Reality: How a Design-Build Approach Simplifies Your Renovation

January 21, 2026
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Spring Renovations: Why Winter Is the Best Time to Start Planning

Renovations

Spring Renovations: Why Winter Is the Best Time to Start Planning

December 8, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
The Tariff Impact on Canada’s Construction Industry and What It Means for the Cost of Renovating a House

Renovations

The Tariff Impact on Canada’s Construction Industry and What It Means for the Cost of Renovating a House

November 20, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Upgrading Your Home: Adding a Laneway House

Renovations

Upgrading Your Home: Adding a Laneway House

November 4, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Take Advantage of the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit

Renovations●Tips

How to Take Advantage of the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit

October 7, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
The New Luxury: Calm, Clutter-Free Minimalist Interior Design

Interior Design

The New Luxury: Calm, Clutter-Free Minimalist Interior Design

July 16, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Renovate Your Home

Renovations

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Renovate Your Home

April 24, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Is It Really Better to Go with Canadian Craftsmanship and Materials? Here’s What No One Tells You

Renovations

Is It Really Better to Go with Canadian Craftsmanship and Materials? Here’s What No One Tells You

March 18, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Will the Tariffs Affect My Dream Home Renovation?

Renovations

Will the Tariffs Affect My Dream Home Renovation?

March 7, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Staircase Makeovers: High-Impact Design Ideas to Transform Your Home’s Look

Renovations

Staircase Makeovers: High-Impact Design Ideas to Transform Your Home’s Look

February 26, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
From Plain to Polished: Entryway Design Ideas for a Lasting First Impression

Home Decor

From Plain to Polished: Entryway Design Ideas for a Lasting First Impression

January 17, 2025
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to design a bathroom that’s accessible and functional

Home Decor●Renovations

How to design a bathroom that’s accessible and functional

December 17, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Vancouver Renovation Permits: Types, Risks, and How to Get Started

Renovations

Vancouver Renovation Permits: Types, Risks, and How to Get Started

November 20, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Trendy Colour Palettes for Home Interior: It’s Time to Refresh Your Home

Home Decor●Tips

Trendy Colour Palettes for Home Interior: It’s Time to Refresh Your Home

October 28, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Unlock Your Space’s Potential: Innovative Home Storage Solutions for Every Room

Tips

Unlock Your Space’s Potential: Innovative Home Storage Solutions for Every Room

October 10, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Is an Open Concept Design Right for Your Living Space?

Home Decor●Tips

Is an Open Concept Design Right for Your Living Space?

September 9, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
7 Eco-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas (How They Make a Difference)

Renovations●Tips

7 Eco-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas (How They Make a Difference)

August 20, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
3 Price Ranges for Bathroom Remodels: Breaking Down Reno Costs in Vancouver

Renovations●Tips

3 Price Ranges for Bathroom Remodels: Breaking Down Reno Costs in Vancouver

August 20, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Adaptable Housing Design: Planning for the Future

Tips

Adaptable Housing Design: Planning for the Future

May 27, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Choosing the Best Kitchen Cabinet Materials for Your Home

Kitchen

Choosing the Best Kitchen Cabinet Materials for Your Home

April 22, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Eco-Friendly Flooring Solutions You’ll Love for a Greener Home

Home Decor●Tips

Eco-Friendly Flooring Solutions You’ll Love for a Greener Home

April 12, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
It’s Time for a Home Office Renovation! Here’s Your Checklist

Home Decor●Tips

It’s Time for a Home Office Renovation! Here’s Your Checklist

January 30, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Turn a Condo Into Your Best Investment

Renovations

How to Turn a Condo Into Your Best Investment

January 6, 2024
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
A Guide to Choosing a Renovation Contractor

Renovations

A Guide to Choosing a Renovation Contractor

December 15, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
8 Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid

Renovations

8 Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid

December 13, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
12 Wood Flooring Ideas

Home Decor●Tips

12 Wood Flooring Ideas

October 31, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Find Your Interior Design Style

Home Decor●Tips

How to Find Your Interior Design Style

October 13, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Budget for a Home Renovation

Renovations●Tips

How to Budget for a Home Renovation

September 29, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Marble vs Granite Countertops: Which Is Better for Your Kitchen Renovation?

Kitchen●Renovations

Marble vs Granite Countertops: Which Is Better for Your Kitchen Renovation?

September 12, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Things to Consider Before Renovating a Laundry Room

Renovations

Things to Consider Before Renovating a Laundry Room

August 21, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
10 Ceiling Options to Give Your Living Room a Brand New Look

Home Decor●Renovations

10 Ceiling Options to Give Your Living Room a Brand New Look

August 10, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Top Bathroom Tile Materials to Consider for Your Renovation

Home Decor●Renovations

Top Bathroom Tile Materials to Consider for Your Renovation

July 25, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Put Your Trust in maison d’etre

News●Renovations

Put Your Trust in maison d’etre

July 13, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
An Outdated Condo Renovation 

Renovations

An Outdated Condo Renovation 

June 19, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Renovate within a Realistic Budget

Renovations

Renovate within a Realistic Budget

June 5, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
A Beautiful Basement Renovation

Home Decor●Renovations

A Beautiful Basement Renovation

May 31, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Why Choose an Award Winning Company

Home Decor●News

Why Choose an Award Winning Company

April 26, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Westcoast Modern: Creating an Award-Winning Pantry to Solve Storage Issues

News●Renovations

Westcoast Modern: Creating an Award-Winning Pantry to Solve Storage Issues

March 22, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Westcoast Modern: Creating Beautiful Accessibility

Renovations●Tips

Westcoast Modern: Creating Beautiful Accessibility

February 11, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Westcoast Modern: Breathing New Life into the Kitchen

Kitchen●Renovations

Westcoast Modern: Breathing New Life into the Kitchen

January 30, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Create a Luxurious Home Theatre for Any Space

Home Decor●Tips

How to Create a Luxurious Home Theatre for Any Space

January 16, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Start Designing a New Bathroom for Your Basement Renovation

Renovations●Tips

How to Start Designing a New Bathroom for Your Basement Renovation

January 4, 2023
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Start Designing a New Kitchen for Your Basement Renovation

Kitchen●Renovations

How to Start Designing a New Kitchen for Your Basement Renovation

December 16, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
The Future of Lighting

Home Decor●News

The Future of Lighting

December 12, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
What Are the Benefits of Adaptive Housing

News●Tips

What Are the Benefits of Adaptive Housing

November 17, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
What to Know About Recessed Lighting

Home Decor●Tips

What to Know About Recessed Lighting

November 10, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
What Is Adaptive Housing?

News

What Is Adaptive Housing?

October 24, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Home Automation: What Benefits Does It Have?

Home Decor●News

Home Automation: What Benefits Does It Have?

October 7, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How Can Lighting Enhance Your Space?

Home Decor●Tips

How Can Lighting Enhance Your Space?

September 26, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Home Automation: How It Can Help You

News●Tips

Home Automation: How It Can Help You

September 10, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Using Heat Pumps in Net-Zero Renovations and Construction

Renovations●Tips

Using Heat Pumps in Net-Zero Renovations and Construction

August 26, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
What Is the Role of An Energy Advisor?

News●Tips

What Is the Role of An Energy Advisor?

August 9, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Wine Design – Storing Your Collection Safely and Aesthetically

Home Decor●Tips

Wine Design – Storing Your Collection Safely and Aesthetically

July 13, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Heat Recovery Ventilation Systems (HRVs): What They Are and Why You Need One

News●Tips

Heat Recovery Ventilation Systems (HRVs): What They Are and Why You Need One

July 13, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
In the Market for a New Faucet? – Everything You Need to Know

Home Decor●Tips

In the Market for a New Faucet? – Everything You Need to Know

May 26, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Design Considerations for Older Adults: The Aging of Your Home

Home Decor●Tips

Design Considerations for Older Adults: The Aging of Your Home

April 7, 2022
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
5 Pet-Friendly Design Considerations: Building a Home for Your Furry Friends

Home Decor●Tips

5 Pet-Friendly Design Considerations: Building a Home for Your Furry Friends

November 23, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How to Select a Toilet: Who Knew There Were So Many Options?

Renovations●Tips

How to Select a Toilet: Who Knew There Were So Many Options?

October 19, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Choosing the Right Floor – Top 5 beautiful, practical & affordable options

Home Decor●Tips

Choosing the Right Floor – Top 5 beautiful, practical & affordable options

September 20, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Kitchen Island vs. Kitchen Peninsula

Uncategorized

Kitchen Island vs. Kitchen Peninsula

September 1, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
2021 Post-Pandemic Renovation Trends For Commercial Spaces

News●Renovations

2021 Post-Pandemic Renovation Trends For Commercial Spaces

August 18, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Net Zero Vs. Net Zero Ready Homes

Home Decor●News

Net Zero Vs. Net Zero Ready Homes

August 5, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
How To Make Your Ceiling Beautiful and Things to Bear in Mind Along The Way

Home Decor●Tips

How To Make Your Ceiling Beautiful and Things to Bear in Mind Along The Way

July 8, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Stylish Lighting Ideas to Improve Your Spaces

Home Decor●Kitchen

Stylish Lighting Ideas to Improve Your Spaces

June 24, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
6 Things to Keep in Mind When Renovating Your Kitchen

Kitchen●Renovations

6 Things to Keep in Mind When Renovating Your Kitchen

June 11, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
This Is Why Net Zero Homes Will Become The New Environmental Standard

Home Decor●News

This Is Why Net Zero Homes Will Become The New Environmental Standard

May 28, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Steam Combination Oven

Kitchen●Tips

Steam Combination Oven

January 25, 2021
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →
Should You Choose Induction When Renovating Your Kitchen?

Kitchen●Tips

Should You Choose Induction When Renovating Your Kitchen?

December 24, 2020
Read more → Talk to us about your renovation →