Bowline Blog

Who doesn’t dream of living in a mansion? Most of us do at some point in our lifetime. Maybe we want lots of bedrooms and baths. Or perhaps a huge, luxury kitchen is part of our plans for the perfect house. Maybe you’d like to have a spacious backyard with a pool and...

If you’re building your dream home, it’s probably one you hope to live in forever, even as you age and become less able to navigate the challenges of everyday life. As such, it’s important to consider the specifics of “aging in place”. This is a phrase we hear more...

Got a large piece of land? If so, maybe you’ve thought about building an additional structure on your property. It’s a great idea. A coach house or detached garage can provide you with extra living space. OR they can offer you an opportunity to make some extra money...

It’s important to be a good steward of the environment. One of the best places to do that is in your home. If you’re having a new home built, you have even more of an opportunity to get off on the right foot. Before you build, you can work with your architect and...

While owning your home is a dream for most, it can be expensive. Indeed, a house of your own comes with a list of costs a mile long, including a mortgage, taxes, insurance, and – of course – repairs for anything wrong. That’s why many homeowners look for ways to help...

So, you’re building a new home or adding to your existing property, and you want to create an extra space for your parents, in-laws, or other long-term guests staying with you either permanently or once in a while. You have an idea of how you want it to look or how to...

Many of us have smart TVs, and oodles of us have smartphones. It’s almost unheard of not to have a device you can pull out of your pocket to check your email, the latest weather, or the scores of your favorite sports team. Smart homes have taken a little longer to...

A recent report came out from BC Hydro entitled, 'Room for Improvement: why British Columbians are experiencing renovation regret after making home upgrades'. The report found that over half of British Columbians have done home renovations since the COVID-19 pandemic...

We love the City and Township of Langley for living, growing a business and enjoying recreational activities. From going for a hike in Derby Reach Regional Park to exploring the revitalized Willowbrook Shopping Mall, there are activities for everyone in your family....