Notes from site
Journal
What we learn on site: materials, timelines, costs and the decisions that matter.
What a three-bedroom renovation costs in 2026
The real numbers of a full renovation, line by line, and where budgets usually slip.
Rehabilitate or build from scratch?
Five objective criteria to decide, before falling in love with the idea of saving the old house.
What to ask before signing a construction contract
Seven questions that separate a serious quote from a mid-project surprise.
How long it takes to get a building permit
The real timeline of each stage of the planning process, and what can be done while you wait.