reVISION Renovations Blog

Are you still working from your ironing board? It’s time to create a home office

When the pandemic hit none of us could have predicted that we would still be working from home. Hopefully, it’s not too much longer before we are able to get back to ‘normal life’. In the meantime, the new year brings a fresh beginning, and an opportunity to spruce...

Renovating a vacation home: Things to consider

Owning a vacation home is the ultimate dream for many people! Somewhere you can escape to with friends and family, or alternatively rent out to create a second income stream.  Think about a time you have stayed in a hotel or airbnb that has blown you away. That’s the...

Why you should consider changing your home’s layout

The home’s layout is just not working for you  How many times do you move from room to room? Or perhaps hit your hip on a corner when you go up the stairs? Your home’s layout should make sense for you and your family. Having awkward corners, a sink...

Timeless kitchen and bathroom tile

When it’s time to pick your finishing styles such as your kitchen and bathroom tile it can be incredibly fun and exciting, but also a little overwhelming. When deciding on certain finishes such as kitchen and bathroom tiles, there are lots of options and trends to be aware of...

How to make your home easier to clean

Keeping our home clean feels like a full-time job. No matter how many times we wipe down surfaces, dust and dirt somehow finds it’s way back. With this in mind, we decided to look into some short cuts. Things that could be added to our homes that make it...

How to maintain a good relationship with your neighbors during a renovation

After many renovation projects, we know the importance of keeping your neighbors on your side. It’s important to remember that it’s not just your family going through a renovation project, your neighbors are also impacted by the noise, commotion, and contractors who come and go. While it’s not always...

Home addition vs moving house

There are a number of reasons you might be considering moving house, but typically it’s due to outgrowing your home. As your family grows, space quickly becomes limited. With that said, moving can be costly, time-consuming, and can mean leaving an area you’re familiar with. A home addition or...

Which type of flooring is best for you?

During a renovation, you will likely be faced with the question, which type of flooring do you want? Our Designer will help you when you’re weighing up your options and can explain the benefits of each. Prior to your renovation, it’s important to have a good understanding of all...

How to create a vision board for your home

A vision board is one of the most valuable tools you can present a Designer during your renovation. Having a glimpse into your mind really helps our Designers to fully understand what you want to achieve with your project. To help you create your perfect vision board, we have...

reVISION stages of pre-construction: Part 2

Pre-construction is arguably more important than the renovation stage. Without the right foundations and plan of action, your project is significantly more likely to encounter hurdles and issues. We’re picking up where we left off in our two-part feature “stages of pre-construction”. If you haven’t read part 1, check...