A series to share my house build journey including cost, ways to save, and choices impacting the budget. Our first step was to purchase land.
If you ever get the chance to build a new construction smarthome there are a ton of thing to consider. Here are some tips on how to do it right.
Everything you need to know about building a house before you purchase your land! These are 5 things I wish I'd known before building a house
What if I told you there ARE ways to stay on budget when building a house? It's true. Here are 8 ways I was able to build within budget.
When building a new home, there are many builder upgrades available. Some cost more than others and your budget will likely require to choose. Read below for my top 10 builder upgrades you should do, and a few builder upgrades to avoid when building your dream home.
Keep these 5 things in mind when building a custom home! Discussing our new construction process, helpful ideas when building a custom home, & challenges.
I am super excited to share my covered and open deck reveal on the blog today. It has been a long process; however, it was definitely worth the wait.
Hi! It’s been quite a while since I have posted… we have been busy busy! There is a lot to fill you in on. The short story is we closed on our lot in August 2020 and spent quite a bit of time in the planning stages (highly recommended and I STILL didn’t plan for everything). It took months to…
Does the thought of building a tiny home evoke a sense of curiosity and excitement? Read a general overview on how to do it here.
All the benefits of off-grid without the stress
Building a new home? Make sure you avoid these 9 common mistakes people make so you will have a great experience and love your new home!
Everyone dreams of becoming a homeowner someday, and they could achieve this goal by choosing to either buy or build a home from scratch. Since both options are not cheap, and this is a serious decision one
This takes upcycling to a whole new level.
If you think that using a natural building method, building tiny, or even using shipping containers will help you build on the cheap, you're only half right. Here's what you need to know before you build.
This guide will take you step-by-step through the complex process of learning what it will cost to build a house with downloadable guides for your use.
Ever considered that self build homes are the way to get your dream property? Here are the pros and cons plus the steps you'll need to take.
Are you planning to build a home and you fear going over budget when building? Learn how you can avoid this reality and stay on budget!
Easy weekend DIY woodworking project that can improve any wall and add dimension and character to your room.
Recounting the trials — and joys — of building a Canadian home to meets the "Passivhaus" standard. First, the background to this Passivhaus My partner and I are geeks. Our idea of a romantic dream was to build a house so well insulated you could heat it with a hairdryer. For added fun, we wanted to do this on a…
You knew Steve Jobs was tearing down his old mansion. You didn't know what he was building in its place. Until now.
UPDATED 17Apr2020: A while back I got an email from a young man who reads my newspaper columns regularly and visits BaileyLineRoad.com. His name is Caleb
Learn about how we chose our windows, what we think of them, and tips if you're on the market (or in the role as a decision maker) on what to choose when it comes to your home's windows.
I love old-fashioned trains, and ever since I was a child, I thought how cool it would be to live in one (I read all of the Boxcar Children books when I was small). Well, this couple in Minocqua, WI, has actually done it! And not only that, but they have chosen to turn the most beautiful old-fashioned caboose you have ever seen into their home.
3213 views on Imgur: The magic of the Internet
Does the thought of building a tiny home evoke a sense of curiosity and excitement? Read a general overview on how to do it here.
Like many things in life—wine, cheese, a particularly cozy sweater—your design skills only get better with age. Whether you’ve relocated and redecorated more times than you can count or rely on your favorite websites, magazines, and Instagram accounts to keep you inspired for the moment you can truly carve out a space of your own, you’re bound to discover new tricks, ideas, and brands as you grow up and hone in on your aesthetic.
Oooo this is a goodie today. A big house, but still a really good plan. I love a u-shaped house… I always imagine a pool and outdoor area fit for a king in all of that enclosed space. I wouldn’t need to change anything in this house. It’s got a formal…
This little straw bale house sits in beautiful countryside near Lake Hancza in northeast Poland.
Planners should be insisting that a certain proportion of new homes are single storey
When we started looking at real estate, there was never any question that my husband and I would buy an old house. We didn’t even bother looking at any that were built after 1950. We knew we wanted the style and craftsmanship of an old home. Now, a couple of years after buying a house that was built in 1912, I’ve learned a few lessons. Even though I’ve lived in older houses and buildings as a renter, actually owning an old house has its own challenges.
Does the thought of building a tiny home evoke a sense of curiosity and excitement? Read a general overview on how to do it here.
Like many things in life—wine, cheese, a particularly cozy sweater—your design skills only get better with age. Whether you’ve relocated and redecorated more times than you can count or rely on your favorite websites, magazines, and Instagram accounts to keep you inspired for the moment you can truly carve out a space of your own, you’re bound to discover new tricks, ideas, and brands as you grow up and hone in on your aesthetic.
