Creating the Perfect Deck for Your New Sunlight Heritage Home

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Sunlight Homes

A deck is a great addition to any home, providing a space for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoors. At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we specialize in building custom homes that are tailored to meet our clients’ needs and preferences. If you’re considering adding a deck to your new home, here are some design tips and considerations to keep in mind:

Determine Your Deck’s Purpose
Before you start designing your deck, consider its intended use. Will you be using it primarily for entertaining, or do you want a space for relaxation and privacy? Would you like to add a dining area or outdoor kitchen? Determining the purpose of your deck will help you decide on its size, shape, and features.

Consider Your Materials
At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we offer a range of decking materials to suit your style and budget. Whether you prefer the natural beauty of wood or the durability of composite decking, we can help you choose the right materials for your needs. Additionally, we can advise you on the best decking finishes to ensure that your deck stays looking great for years to come.

Incorporate Lighting and Accessories
Adding lighting and accessories to your deck can enhance its functionality and beauty. Consider installing built-in lighting to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Additionally, outdoor speakers, a fire pit, or a water feature can add ambiance and help you create your dream outdoor living space.

Consult with a Professional
Designing and building a deck is a big project that requires careful planning and execution. At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we have a team of experts who can help you design and build the perfect deck for your new home. Our team will work with you to ensure that your deck meets your specific needs and preferences, and that it is built to last.

In conclusion, adding a deck to your new home can provide you with a beautiful and functional outdoor living space. At Sunlight Heritage Homes, we offer a range of decking materials and finishes to help you create the perfect deck for your needs. With our team of experts, you can rest assured that your deck will be built to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

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

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Sunlight 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.

Designing a Family Functional Living Room with Sunlight Heritage Homes

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Sunlight Homes

The living room is the heart of any home, and it’s the place where families come together to relax, unwind, and spend quality time with each other. When designing a living room that is both functional and stylish, there are a few key factors to consider. With the help of Sunlight Heritage Homes, you can create a space that is perfect for your family’s needs.

Choose Comfortable and Durable Furniture
When choosing furniture for your living room, it’s essential to prioritize comfort and durability. Sofas and chairs that are comfortable and supportive will encourage your family to spend more time together in the living room. Additionally, choosing durable materials such as leather or sturdy fabrics will ensure that your furniture lasts for years to come.

Consider Storage Options
To keep your living room organized and clutter-free, it’s important to have ample storage options. Consider incorporating built-in shelving or cabinets to keep books, toys, and other items organized and out of sight.

Create a Focal Point
A focal point can be a piece of artwork, a fireplace, or even a large window with a beautiful view. By creating a focal point in your living room, you’ll draw the eye to a specific area of the room and create a sense of visual interest.

Add Plenty of Lighting
Lighting is a crucial element of any living room design. It’s important to incorporate a mix of overhead lighting, task lighting, and ambient lighting to create a warm and inviting space. Additionally, incorporating natural light through windows or skylights can help to make your living room feel bright and welcoming.

Incorporate Functional Accessories
Functional accessories such as ottomans, coffee tables with storage, and side tables can help to make your living room more functional. These items can provide additional seating or storage, and they can also serve as a surface for drinks and snacks.

In conclusion, designing a family functional living room is all about creating a space that is comfortable, organized, and welcoming. By prioritizing comfort and durability, incorporating ample storage options, creating a focal point, adding plenty of lighting, and incorporating functional accessories, you can create a living room that is perfect for your family’s needs. With the help of Sunlight Heritage Homes, you can design a living room that you and your family will love for years to come.

7 Must-Have Kitchen Gadgets for Your New Home

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Sunlight Homes

Buying a new home is an exciting adventure, and having a well-equipped kitchen can make settling into your new space even more enjoyable. As you prepare to move into your new home, it’s worth considering some of the must-have kitchen gadgets that can help make your cooking and meal prep easier and more efficient. Here are some of the best kitchen gadgets to consider adding to your new home’s kitchen.

Instant Pot
An Instant Pot is a versatile kitchen gadget that can save you time and space in your kitchen. It’s an all-in-one appliance that functions as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, and more. This gadget can cook meals quickly, and it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t have time to spend hours in the kitchen.

Air Fryer
An air fryer is another must-have kitchen gadget that can help you cook healthier meals without sacrificing flavor. It’s a countertop appliance that uses hot air to cook food, so you can enjoy the crispy texture of fried food without the extra calories and fat.

Stand Mixer
A stand mixer is a versatile kitchen gadget that can help you whip up baked goods and other recipes with ease. It’s a hands-free tool that can mix, knead, and blend ingredients, making it perfect for recipes that require a lot of mixing.

Food Processor
A food processor is a versatile gadget that can help you chop, blend, and puree ingredients quickly and easily. It’s perfect for making sauces, dips, and other recipes that require finely chopped or blended ingredients.

Blending can be a very Immersive experience!

Immersion Blender
An immersion blender is a handheld gadget that can help you blend ingredients right in the pot or pan. It’s perfect for making soups, sauces, and other recipes that require blending, without having to transfer ingredients to a blender.

Blender
A high-quality blender is a must-have kitchen gadget for making smoothies, soups, and other blended recipes. Look for a blender with a powerful motor and sturdy blades to ensure it can handle tough ingredients like ice and frozen fruit.

Sous Vide Machine
A sous vide machine is a gadget that can help you cook food at a precise temperature, resulting in perfectly cooked meals every time. It’s a great tool for cooking meats and vegetables, and it can even be used to make desserts like custards and puddings.

In conclusion, having the right kitchen gadgets can make meal prep and cooking easier and more enjoyable. As you prepare to move into your new home, consider adding these must-have kitchen gadgets to your shopping list: Instant Pot, air fryer, stand mixer, food processor, immersion blender, blender, and sous vide machine. With these gadgets in your kitchen, you’ll be ready to cook up a storm and enjoy your new home in no time!

White Kitchen BackSplash Trends

Posted on April 8, 2015 by josh@sunlighthomes.ca

Good Morning we hope that everyone is having a great week so far. This weeks post we wanted to touch base on backsplash tile. The options are endless, we do offer packages for backsplash to be added to your kitchens. Different levels to choose from etc. However customizing your kitchen can also be an option, getting creative and thinking outside the box. Here are some of our favorite backsplash ideas for lighter kitchens.

This first one was featured on ‘ Love it or List it Vancouver’, I just fell in love with the originality of it. A modern porcelain tile that comes in a mix of 5 slightly different patterns.

Another Beauty, this almost diamond shaped backsplash is a mixture of both Carrera and grey marble.

A classic way to incorporate a subway tile. Simple changing the way it is layed, this herringbone backsplash is stunning.

This space overall I am in LOVE with. From the open concept upper shelving, farm sink and of course the backsplash. This backsplash is an arabesque style mosaic, they can come in stainless, marble and porcelain.

A mixture in this backsplash, overall it is all calacatta stone with an arabesque mosaic center feature.

Hope you enjoyed these kitchens and backsplash as much as I did!

Lilly Cordeiro

Sunlight Heritage Homes

Design Of The Day

Posted on April 19, 2013 by josh@sunlighthomes.ca

Good Morning, i thought i would share this fun picture on this morning!

Contemporary Family Room design by New York Architect TURETT COLLABORATIVE ARCHITECTS

Now this is unique! An architect from New York transformed two identical 1-bedroom units, one atop the other. By combining them into a duplex 2-bedroom home with the option to descend by the half-tube stainless steel slide. Who wouldn’t want to have this option in their home? Maybe i need to bring this up to our design team here at Sunlight Homes, what do you think?

The slide starts on the top floor near the office, and lands below near both the living and dining areas. The image of the stainless steel curves in front of the oversized window to the city beyond. With careful detail, the playground element is an unexpected elegant addition to this contemporary space. Not to mention a very fast and fun way to get to the main floor!

Lilly Cordeiro

Sunlight Homes