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RENOVATING A
HERITAGE HOME
HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT HERITAGE
HOMES BEING DEMOLISHED?
The demolition of heritage structures happens
all-too-frequently. Rather than eliminating these
structures entirely, we should be preserving
what we can for environmental and cost-
related reasons. The process of preserving and
improving a heritage home that is structurally
sound takes a lesser environmental tole than
building from scratch and allows us to create
something unique, mid-modern, and durable.
IS IT WORTH RENOVATING AN OLD
HOUSE?
Renovating an older build takes a lot of
research, work, and dedication. Internal wear
and tear can result in unexpected surprises that
can affect the budget and timeline. Renovating
an older home can be a lot more work than
building new, but the result is a stunning home
that has character and history.
WHAT’S THE MOST COMMON THING
PEOPLE ASK FOR WHEN UPDATING AN
OLDER HOME?
To eliminate walls and create an open floor
plan, so that you have more space to entertain
guests and convene with family. When you
open up a floor plan, not only do you create
more space but you make better use of your
natural light.
Written by Zakiya Kassam, As told by Daryl Berden of Ridgewater
Homes, www.ridgewater.ca