The Sunlight Heritage Homes Approach

At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we believe that building a home is not just about bricks and mortar; it’s about crafting dreams into reality. With every project we undertake, we embark on a journey with our clients, turning their vision of a perfect home into a tangible, living space where memories are made and futures are shaped.

Crafting with Care:

Building homes is more than just a job for us; it’s our passion. From the initial design phase to the final touches, we pour our hearts and souls into every aspect of the process. Our team of expert architects, designers, and craftsmen work tirelessly to ensure that each home we build is not only structurally sound but also aesthetically pleasing and functional.

Quality You Can Trust:

At Sunlight Heritage Homes, quality is non-negotiable. We source only the finest materials and employ the latest construction techniques to guarantee that every home meets our exacting standards. From sturdy foundations to exquisite finishes, we pay attention to every detail to ensure that our homes stand the test of time.

Personalized Experience:

We understand that every homeowner is unique, which is why we offer a personalized experience tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of each client. Our team will work closely with you to bring your vision to life, ensuring that your new home reflects your personality and lifestyle.

Community Connection:

At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we don’t just build houses; we build communities. We take pride in creating neighborhoods where families can thrive and friendships can flourish. From thoughtfully planned layouts to communal green spaces, we strive to foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie among our residents.

Building for the Future:

As stewards of the environment, we are committed to building homes that are not only beautiful and functional but also sustainable. We incorporate eco-friendly features and energy-efficient technologies into our designs to minimize our carbon footprint and promote a greener tomorrow.

Join Us on the Journey:

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, Sunlight Heritage Homes invites you to join us on the journey of building dreams. With our dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction, we promise to exceed your expectations and deliver a home that you’ll be proud to call your own.

Contact Us:

Ready to turn your dream home into a reality? Contact Sunlight Heritage Homes today to learn more about our home-building services. Let’s build something beautiful together.

The Ultimate Guide to Flooring Options When Building a New Home with Sunlight Heritage Homes!

Choosing the right flooring for your new home is an important decision that will impact both the look and feel of your space. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to decide which flooring is right for your family’s needs. At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we offer a range of flooring options to suit any style and budget. Here’s a breakdown of some popular flooring options to consider when building a new home:

Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood flooring is a classic choice that can add warmth and elegance to any room. Hardwood flooring is durable and can last for decades if properly maintained. It’s available in a variety of finishes and wood types, and it can be refinished to restore its original beauty.

Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is a cost-effective option that can mimic the look of hardwood, tile, or stone. It’s easy to clean and maintain, and it’s a great choice for high-traffic areas. Additionally, laminate flooring is resistant to scratches, stains, and fading.

Tile Flooring
Tile flooring is a popular option for kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways due to its durability and water resistance. It’s available in a range of colors, textures, and patterns, and it’s easy to clean and maintain.

Carpet Flooring
Carpet flooring is a comfortable and cozy option that can add warmth and softness to any room. It’s available in a range of colors and textures, and it can provide insulation and noise reduction.

Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl flooring is a versatile option that can mimic the look of hardwood, tile, or stone. It’s easy to clean and maintain, and it’s a great choice for high-traffic areas. Additionally, vinyl flooring is durable and water-resistant.

In conclusion, choosing the right flooring for your new home is an important decision that will impact both the look and feel of your space. At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we offer a range of flooring options to suit any style and budget. From hardwood and laminate to tile, carpet, and vinyl, there are plenty of flooring options to consider when building a new home. Our team of experts can help you choose the perfect flooring for your family’s needs.

What is a Conditional Offer?

As you embark on your journey to buy a new home, you will likely come across the term “conditional offer” during the negotiation process. In essence, a conditional offer is an offer made by a potential buyer to purchase a property, but with certain conditions that must be met before the sale can be completed. These conditions can vary from one offer to another, but they generally provide protection for the buyer and allow them to ensure that the property meets their expectations before the sale is finalized.

At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we understand that buying a new home is a significant investment, and we want to make sure that our clients feel comfortable with the purchasing process. In this blog, we’ll explain how conditional offers work and why they can be beneficial for both buyers and sellers.

What is a Conditional Offer?

A conditional offer is a type of offer that is made on a property with specific conditions attached. These conditions must be met before the sale of the property can be finalized. These conditions can vary depending on the buyer’s needs and can cover a range of issues such as financing, home inspections, and the sale of the buyer’s current home.

Some common conditions that a buyer may include in a conditional offer include:

Financing conditions: The buyer may require that they receive approval for a mortgage from their lender before the sale can be completed.
Home inspection conditions: The buyer may require that the property passes a home inspection before the sale can be completed.
Sale of current home conditions: The buyer may require that they sell their current home before the sale of the new property can be finalized.
Benefits of Conditional Offers

Conditional offers can provide a range of benefits to both buyers and sellers. For buyers, they can provide peace of mind and protection against potential issues that may arise during the home-buying process. By including specific conditions in the offer, buyers can ensure that they are not committed to purchasing a property that may have significant issues.

For sellers, conditional offers can provide a way to sell their property while also protecting their interests. By accepting a conditional offer, sellers can avoid the risk of committing to a sale that may fall through due to issues with financing or home inspections.

It’s essential to note that accepting a conditional offer does not mean that the property is off the market. Other potential buyers can still make offers on the property, and if they make a better offer, the seller can choose to accept it.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, conditional offers can provide significant benefits to both buyers and sellers during the home-buying process. They allow buyers to ensure that they are not committing to a property that may have significant issues, and they provide sellers with a way to sell their property while also protecting their interests.

At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we work closely with our clients to help them navigate the home-buying process. We understand the importance of making informed decisions when it comes to purchasing a new home, and we are committed to providing our clients with the support they need to make the best decision for their needs. If you have any questions about conditional offers or the home-buying process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

The Cambridge

The Cambridge is a 1 Car Garage  home. This 3 bedroom home is 1406 SqFt and features an open concept main floor plan and 2.5 baths.

CambridgeThe Cambridge model we offer in our Foxfield Trails Neighbourhood is welcoming with the front porch and front door with the long glass pane in the centre of it to allow for wonderful sunlight to shine into your home. There are many more way to make the exterior of this home stand out from the rest. you could add some exterior pot lights to provide a more lighted path at night or for a more clean appearance to the exterior or to highlight specific areas or materials. The addition of some great chairs for the porch would look great and provide seating for your morning coffee outside while watching passersby. Could even install a screen on the one side of the porch for privacy ans/or to add a living wall for flowers or herbs.

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As you enter the Cambridge you are walk into a dropper foyer that has a great closet that is handy for shoes and jackets. The powder room is located just after the foyer and then you walk down the main hall to enter into the open concept kitchen, dining & living space. The kitchen is a L-shape which is great for working in, however you could add an island for more cabinet and counter top space. The living room is a great space with two windows located at the back to bring in sunshine. The dining space is large for a good sized table and has a sliding patio door which is great if you like to bbq as it is close to the kitchen and the table.

Cambridge Main FloorSome great additions to this home that could make it feel even greater would be the addition of changing the tile out to hardwood or laminate which will be warmer on your feet and look fantastic. There are many colours and styles of both laminate and hardwood to choose from at our Design Living Centre.  Adding railing to the stairs going upstairs would look rich and add some openness to the home.

Main HallWhen you make your way up the staircase to the second floor, there are 3 bedroom, a main bathroom, linen closet and laundry room located off the upper hallway. The laundry room contains space for a washer and dryer. If you are someone that likes the laundry tubs you could get a stacked washer/dryer unit and add that laundry tub (*they are great for many uses!).

Cambridge Floor PlanThe Master Bedroom is a grand size that allows for large furniture or a seating area and has a fantastic walk in closet and it’s own ensuite with a shower. The vanity in the ensuite is a large 60″ with a single single. There is the option to add a second sink for a hers and his if preferred.

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The other two bedroom upstairs both have closets of their own that can be used for storage or clothes. The main bath room on this level contains a single vanity, toilet and tub/shower.

For more information on the Cambridge or any of our other models  please visit https://www.sunlighthomes.ca/communities.html .

Boost Your Confidence with Funky Accessories

When it comes to visual image, the human eye would rather see things differently than what the mind has established. This means that to create a contrasting look on the outside world, deviate from the ordinary and enhance the plain and simple to a “funkier” outlook.

Basically, to be funky is to be chic, trendy, and up to date in an exceptional mode: you try to make something unique and fashionable out of an ordinary concept. When you are able to enhance the look of a typical fashion and create a contemporary interpretation, you have created a funky look.

Achieving a funky look is as easy as 1-2-3. All you have to keep in mind is to use different brilliant and vivid colors, various patterns, and cool accessories to create an appearance that is 100% unique and creative.

On Home Decorations

1. Stylish Seating

Most stools, especially plastic stools are sturdy and useful but they look absolutely plain and most people leave them in the background. The best way to transform them into fantastic pieces that you can admire, incorporate trendy designs that give a funky look.

Try painting your stool with bright colors like pink or yellow and decorate it with artistic designs. Or you can cover them with seat covers for a more comfortable look. To do this, measure and cut a piece of foam to fit the seat and then cover the foam with a piece of fabric large enough to tie the ends together below the seat.

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2. Shock of color

Whatever you want to express with your personality; whether you want to go bohemian or western, the rule of the thumb is to use colors that will put more detail into your home.

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For instance, you could paint the wall in your living room or sitting area bright red and adorn it with an artistic window frame of brass and wood.

If you have a super plain sofa, perhaps gray or tan, give it a funkier look by using pink and orange throw pillows. Adding some palm fronds brings a whiff of nature into a cozy area.

3. Turn plain pillow covers into little works of art

For a good night’s sleep, use pillows that cradle the head and please the eyes too. After all, they are the last things you see before you drift away to dreamland.

Keep in mind that the main idea of being funky is to create a fashion statement by transforming the plain and simple into an innovative look.

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The bottom line is that creating a funky look, whether at home or through your appearance can be really fun. It gives you a sense of freedom from the limitations set by the norm of society. Deviating from the conventional is a good way of revealing the real you.

Make your own decisions and buck the stereotype! Being funky can be fun!

**Sunlight Heritage Homes is a home builder in Ontario with current communities in London, Kitchener and Woodstock. If you are interested in more information on them, please visit our website at http://www.sunlighthomes.ca/ or view our mls listings in Ontario for current homes for sale. Upcoming projects include new homes in Drayton and more houses for sale in London in the Cedar Hollow community.**

The Bristol

The Bristol is a 1.5 Car Garage  home. This 3 bedroom home is 1711 SqFt and features an open concept main floor plan which is great for entertaining.BRISTOL

The exterior of the Bristol is welcoming with the brick up to the second level, and the vinyl that replicates wood for a rich and warm feel. There are a variety of selections of brick to choose from along with siding colours, aluminum colours, window trim colour and even door colours in our Design Living Centre to reflect the person you are into this beautiful home. You have the ability add more windows to allow more light to shine into the house during the day as seen on the plan below.

As you enter the home you are greeted by a welcoming foyer that showcases the great staircase to the second floor of the home. Past the foyer you enter into the main hall which is open to above for nice high ceilings that could house a great eye catching chandelier. The mudroom located off the garage and next to the main hall contains a closet that can hold jackets and muddy boots from great adventures outdoors. There is also a quaint powder room for guests to use when they visit.

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The open concept Kitchen, Dining and Living areas are great for interacting with family and/or friends as someone could be cooking and the other watching TV in the living room and still have a wonderful conversation. The living room could even be more fantastic with the addition of a glowing fireplace for cold nights or to relax in front of after a hard days work. The Kitchen is usually the heart of the home so it features a linear wall of cabinetry and an island that could be extended so that stools could be added for people could sit at to help cook or for great conversation. Stainless steel range hoods, back splash, industrial style faucets and pendants over the island are all items that can be added to this kitchen.

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As you make your way up the staircase to the second floor that overlooks the foyer you have one great Master Bedroom with a walk in closet and ensuite and two other bedrooms for kids or guests. The Master Bedroom is a wonderful size for a King bed to curl up into at night. The Master Walk in Closet can house a large amount of shoes or any other collection of treasured items! The ensuite features a double vanity which gives lots of counter room for accessories or products. The tub/shower is wonderful to take a luxurious bath in or you could switch out the tub for an enclosed glass shower.

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The other two bedroom upstairs both have closets of their own that can be used for storage or clothes. The main bath room on this level contains a full sized vanity, toilet and tub/shower. The laundry room is located on this floor which is handy so that no one has to travel down the stairs with piles of clothes to clean and bring back upstairs again. This is a win for everyone!

For more information the Bristol please visit https://www.sunlighthomes.ca/pdf/bristol-foxfield-trails.pdf

Decorating with Flowers and Plants

Have you stood in a room and felt like it was missing something? Most likely it was something so simple as fresh flowers and/or plants. You will be amazed at the difference a tree, plants and flowers can do for your room.

You might not be a big flower lover as some people are not but if you are,  then you might want to look at decorating your room with fresh plants that bloom flowers. There are hundreds of different indoor flowers you can choose from that will brighten up your room and look absolutely fantastic. Some indoor blooming plants that look nice are Geraniums, Orchids and Christmas Cactus.

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If you one of the people who do not like flowers you are in luck as well because plants come in a variety of colours but even the simplest every day green plant gives a fresh and energizing burst of colour. Some really good indoor plants you may want to consider looking at for a few different reasons are succulents, cactus and air plants.

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You can find indoor trees and tall standing plants that will make a big difference in your home also. Vines and hanging plants are an excellent way to spruce up a room too.

When you have time check out your local nursery or garden centres to see what they have because when you bring your chosen plants home you can dress them up with decorative pots, sand, rocks, glass or little figures. You will be surprised at what some places actually carry!

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When you decorate with flowers, plants, and trees it also changes the mood of the room. Plants are known to provide a calming effect on you and make you feel great.

Plants are not only great for decoration but for their calming effect and the fact they  add oxygen into your home and remove toxins. So, not only are you decorating your home by making the rooms beautiful with nature but you are taking advantage of the natural benefits plants have to offer.

**Sunlight Heritage Homes is a home builder in Ontario with current communities in London, Kitchener and Woodstock. If you are interested in more information on them, please visit our website at http://www.sunlighthomes.ca/ or view our mls listings in Ontario for current homes for sale. Upcoming projects include new homes in Drayton and more houses for sale in London in the Cedar Hollow community.**

How to Create a Zen Style Bathroom

Homes now come with en-suites almost as large as the master bedrooms themselves.  So why not turn that space into a  place where you can relax, unwind and want to finish the end of your days there.

Here are a few photos of our favorite ZEN STYLE Washrooms.

Contemporary Bathroom by London Interior Designers & Decorators Amory Brown

We hope you enjoyed these beautiful washrooms.  Ask us how to make these a reality in your future build.

 

**Sunlight Heritage Homes is a home builder in Ontario with current communities in London, Kitchener and Woodstock. If you are interested in more information on them, please visit our website at http://www.sunlighthomes.ca/ or view our mls listings in Ontario for current homes for sale. Upcoming projects include new homes in Drayton and more houses for sale in London in the Cedar Hollow community.**

Creative and Affordable Ideas to Bring your Living Room to Life

Your living room is the room in your house where most of the living takes place. It’s where your family gathers to watch television, read, and generally unwind and relax after a busy day. It’s also the room where company gathers during parties and holidays. But you’re struggling to come up with decorating ideas and strategies for it, and you worry that your budget isn’t big enough to do the job justice. But with a little planning, creativity, and ingenuity, your living room can be a relaxing environment where you can unwind or entertain with comfort and ease.

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Consider pulling pieces you have in other rooms into your living room to use. A short, double-sided dresser can easily become a buffet when a table runner and an arrangement of candles, vases, jars or a colorful flower centerpiece is placed on top.

Use your furniture arrangement to define functional areas. Strategically placed floor rugs, lamps and furniture can create zones in your home. You can arrange your seating to take advantage of a focal point, such as a television, picture window or a fireplace. You can also find affordable component pieces that combine functional storage with fashionable decorating lines. Tables with drawers and shelves add valuable, and a simple desk doubles for homework, household management, bill paying and filing.

When accessorizing your room, remember that less is more. Choose neutral colors and accent with colorful textured throws, rugs, and other decorative and artistic elements. Keep the balance of your room in perspective. You don’t want to overwhelm a small room with large, bold pieces, nor do you want to place smaller, neutral pieces in a large room where they’ll get lost.living 1

If you’re working with used furniture, try distracting from worn upholstery or a faded finish by using colorful toss pillows or table runners. Bright curtains can distract from a faded carpet and breathe new life into an old room.

**Sunlight Heritage Homes is a home builder in Ontario with current communities in London, Kitchener and Woodstock. If you are interested in more information on them, please visit our website at http://www.sunlighthomes.ca/ or view our mls listings in Ontario for current homes for sale. Upcoming projects include new homes in Drayton and more houses for sale in London in the Cedar Hollow community.**

Ideas for Accent walls In Your Home

When it comes to choosing an overall paint color for your home, We have lots of options for you to choose from.  While most of the standard colors being neutral, that doesn’t mean that you cant opt for a bright and bold accent wall.

Customizable options are always available to you, here we have shared some ideas of different accent walls.  Or ways you can bring color into your home.

This Peacock blue wall adds just the right amount of interest into this space.  Also it helps bring out the teal colors in the dining table chairs.

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Now this looks like a wallpapered wall doesn’t it?  Wall paper costs can get very pricey so why not try the DIY approach.  Paint your wall a darker grey tint and simply using a stencil and metallic paint to create a pattern. This space is definitely one of my favorites.
Accent walls don’t always have to stay focused on bedrooms and living spaces.  Why not be original and bring it into a kitchen.  I recently used Chalkboard paint in a cottage project.  While contributing to the rustic feel of the space this can be fun and allow family members to write down the menu for the week or include funny drawings or quotes. 
Built in shelving units that frame a fireplace always change the look of a room.  How about painting the back wall of the shelves to tie in with your overall color scheme.  This adds the perfect amount of interest to this space. 
Which accent wall was your favorite?  DO you have any other interesting ideas for accent walls using just paint? Let us know in the comments below.
**Sunlight Heritage Homes is a home builder in Ontario with current communities in London, Kitchener and Woodstock. If you are interested in more information on them, please visit our website at http://www.sunlighthomes.ca/ or view our mls listings in Ontario for current homes for sale. Upcoming projects include new homes in Drayton and more houses for sale in London in the Cedar Hollow community.**