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Within 200 years, we have taken a forest of 100% original growth and reduced it to under 3%, and only a fraction of the value from this extraction has remained here for future generations. High-quality wood from other places seems more…

When the pandemic hit, many people converted guest rooms into home offices, but now that the world is adjusting to the new normal, people are starting to travel again, visiting friends and family. Many homeowners are looking for a happy…

Many people would think that someone in business for over 35 years would know everything, right? But Gerald Van Woudenberg, President of Van Arbour Design, knows there’s always more to learn. “Start with being curious and open,” explained…

White cabinets remain popular after dominating the kitchen design scene for the past decades. They’re considered failproof, offer a clean and timeless look, and fit in with various styles, from farmhouse to minimalist to traditional. This…

“I was approached by a man in his sixties planning to travel all over North America in this van. He had hired somebody to do an initial concept of what he wanted and reached out to me for help because he’d seen my millwork and liked what I…

Dynamic Kitchens produces, on average, eight to ten full custom kitchens per month and are heavily focused on retail, which accounts for about 70% of their business. The other 30% is made up of a few select builders, renovators, and…

Over the years, countertops have evolved from simple surfaces to functional design elements with contemporary fittings, storage, sinks, and even designated seating areas. When working with a customer to design their perfect kitchen, there…

Uniboard’s six new colors available in Supermat finish will flawlessly complement various projects and add a touch of colour for a modern and trendy look. Customers may be hesitant to incorporate an unconventional solid color into their…

No matter how large a home is, you can never have enough storage, especially in the kitchen, which now doubles as an office for 20% of homeowners, according to a recent trends study by the leading platform for home renovation and design,…

Norelco Cabinets is celebrating 50 years of being a locally owned and operated cabinet manufacturer in Kelowna, BC. Peter Raja, Norelco’s current Owner and President, purchased Norelco in 2002 along with his two silent partners.

When the slim shaker cabinet door came on the scene, no one could have anticipated the growth and demand. Superior Cabinets got an early start with the slim shaker door and first launched an MDF version in 2018 called the Darby door. It…

Home design trends are constantly changing, but the ongoing pandemic has influenced how we view our spaces, unlike ever before. People have gone from having to be home because of government stay-at-home orders and employer policies to…

Adora Kitchens has been proudly operating out of the same location in Coaldale, Alberta, for 40 years! With 45 employees, this company has grown from working in just over 6,000 sq ft. to now operating in 30,000 sq ft. They serve a primarily…

One of the pandemic’s most significant impacts has been how it forced us to rethink the role of the traditional office workplace. The crisis has created the need to transform our workspace environments to support remote work, social…

It’s been fifty years and three generations, but Laurysen Kitchens is as sturdy as the day it was founded (albeit with more than a few modern updates). Founded in a 1200 sq. ft. garage in Ottawa, the family-run company has grown into a…

Paint and wallpaper have long been used to create an accent wall as a focal point in a room due to their relatively low cost. However, wood is making a comeback for homeowners looking to make more of a commitment. And I’m not talking about…

When designing a customer’s dream kitchen, the last thing that comes to mind is the baseboards. However, this millwork detail is something that can pull the room together, so it’s nice to present them with options. While some of these tips…

Last year in March, TWIG hosted the first annual Perennial. The first event took the form of a facilitated focus group with a cross-section of 25 people from the industry. The organization received feedback and input on how to serve the…