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Don’t Believe These 5 Myths About Multi-Unit Properties
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | February 21, 2025 | Featured, Investment properties | 0 Comments

Building Your Dream Home: The 5-Phase Process Explained
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | February 14, 2025 | Custom Home, Featured | 0 Comments

Start Your Custom Home Journey: OakWood’s Consultation Phase
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | February 3, 2025 | Custom Home, Expert Advice, Featured | 0 Comments

Contractor Showdown – Small vs. Large? Which is Best for You?
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | January 31, 2025 | Custom Home, Expert Advice, Featured | 0 Comments

Top 5 Tips For Modernizing Your Home In 2024
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | December 6, 2024 | Custom Home, Featured, Renovation Advice | 0 Comments

How to Plan a Kitchen Renovation: A Step-by-Step Guide
by Patricia Liptak-Satov | October 2, 2024 | Featured, Kitchen Advice, Renovation Advice | 0 Comments
Tips for a Successful Home Addition in 2024
Oct 9, 2024 | Custom Home, Expert Advice, Renovation Advice
Are you looking for guidance and tips on building a custom home addition in 2024? You’ve come to the right place! When planning a home addition, it is important to consider specific factors to ensure that it successfully boosts your home’s value and caters to your...
How to Plan a Kitchen Renovation: A Step-by-Step Guide
Oct 2, 2024 | Featured, Kitchen Advice, Renovation Advice
A kitchen renovation can dramatically improve the look, feel, and functionality of one of the most important rooms in your house! Whether you’re dreaming of a modern home transformation or a classic kitchen redesign, carefully planning your design and build project is...
Discover OakWood’s Design Centre
Nov 2, 2023 | Expert Advice
Designing Dreams with OakWood Design CentreIn the world of home design and construction, the importance of a well-thought-out and functional living space cannot be overstated. One company that understands this better than most is OakWood, a leader in the homebuilding...
15 Reasons Why People Love Open Floor Plans
Oct 19, 2023 | Custom Home, Renovation Advice
Open floor plans have transformed the way we design and live in our homes. This architectural trend eliminates barriers and creates a seamless flow of space that connects different areas of the house. Whether you are designing your dream home or renovating your...
Fall Home Maintenance Tips for Ottawa Homeowners
Oct 10, 2023 | Expert Advice
OakWood Shares Fall Home Maintenance Tips As the capital city of Canada, Ottawa experiences the full beauty of the fall season, with vibrant foliage and crisp, cool air. While you may be eager to embrace the cozy atmosphere indoors with a warm cup of cider, don't...
Common Mistakes People Make With Bathroom Renovations
Sep 6, 2023 | Renovation Advice
Common Mistakes People Make With Bathroom Renovations and Why You Should Work With OakWoodIntroduction Undertaking a bathroom renovation is an exciting prospect. It’s a chance to breathe new life into one of the most-used spaces in your home, enhancing not only its...
Renovating Your Home to Prepare for Aging in Place
Aug 15, 2023 | Age-in-Place, Renovation Advice
A Comprehensive Guide Aging in place involves creating an environment that caters to your changing needs while maintaining the comfort of your home. Renovations play a crucial role in achieving this goal. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to renovate your home to...
Sustainable Living: Building Your Custom Home on an Infill Lot
Aug 3, 2023 | Custom Home
Building Sustainably in Ottawa's Established Neighborhoods As Ottawa continues to grow and evolve, the importance of sustainable development becomes increasingly apparent. Building a custom home on an infill lot within the city's established neighborhoods offers an...
The Transformative Power of Custom Cabinetry: Enhancing Every Room in Your Home
Jul 17, 2023 | Custom Cabinetry
Built-Ins Transforming Spaces: The Allure of Custom Cabinetry in Every Room Custom cabinetry is a versatile and dynamic solution for homeowners looking to elevate the functionality and aesthetics of any room in their home. From kitchens and closets to built-ins,...
Custom Panel-Faced Appliances and Exquisite Cabinetry Unite in the Perfect Kitchen Design
Jun 21, 2023 | Kitchen Advice
Smart Strategies: Hiding Your Appliances in Plain Sight and Customizing Cabinetry for an Extraordinary Kitchen Design Designing a kitchen that is both functional and visually appealing is a top priority for many homeowners. A popular trend in modern kitchen design is...
Unveiling the Excellence of OakWood: Ottawa’s Custom Home Builder with Over 65 Years of Experience
Jun 15, 2023 | Custom Home
Introduction Building a custom home is a cherished dream for many, requiring meticulous planning, creativity, and expertise. In Ottawa, one name stands tall as the pinnacle of custom home building excellence – OakWood. With a rich legacy spanning over 65 years,...
OakWood Achieves 2023 Consumer Choice Award for Home Renovation & Design
May 31, 2023 | News
[OTTAWA,ONTARIO May 31, 2023] - OakWood, recognized as Ottawa’s most established name in Design and Build, proudly announces its notable achievement as the recipient of the esteemed Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in Home Renovation & Design for the 16th...
Spring Cleaning and Home Maintenance Tips
Apr 26, 2023 | Energy Efficiency, Expert Advice, Renovation Advice
Learn Spring Home Maintenance Tips for Homeowners Spring is the perfect time to tackle all those cleaning and maintenance tasks around the home that may have been neglected during the winter months. In this article, we will go over some helpful tips for homeowners in...
Learn the Benefits of Working with a Specialized Kitchen Designer and Installation Team
Apr 20, 2023 | Expert Advice, Kitchen Advice, Renovation Advice
When it comes to designing and installing a new kitchen, many homeowners try to tackle the project themselves in an attempt to save money. While this may seem like a cost-effective solution, it can actually end up costing more in the long run if mistakes are made or...
Common Mistakes People Make With Custom Homes
Apr 13, 2023 | Renovation Advice
Building a custom home can be a thrilling experience, but it can also be a challenging one. Designing and constructing a custom home requires careful planning and attention to detail, and there are many common mistakes that...