East meets West
All Homes, Cottages, Custom Homes, Renovations, ResidentialRenovating a home is never easy but renovating a home when you are on the other side of the world is one heck of a brave decision.
Renovating a home is never easy but renovating a home when you are on the other side of the world is one heck of a brave decision.
When demolishing their old home to accommodate their new, custom home, they wanted a place their growing family could call home – and not feel cramped.
When they decided to move back to Ontario from British Columbia, the owners brought a bit of the west coast with them.
It’s big and grand but this vacation home has a rustic and cozy ambience
There’s an “ah” moment every time Jane and Mark Chandler pull into the winding drive of their new Grand Bend home.
Rebuilt cottage in a mature Grand Bend subdivision incorporates modern convenience while maintaining the character of the neighbourhood – See more at: http://www.okewoodsmith.com/#sthash.SLQTgGwP.dpuf
Turning a simple cottage into a year round retreat, set on the Lake Hurons shoreline over looking one of the worlds best sunsets.
For generations, the family came to the lake near Bayfield and settled on a piece of land on the shoreline of Lake Huron. As the family grew, it became apparent that there was a need for change. The original cottage and surrounding out buildings were tired and in need of major renovations. The family decided on building and Oke Woodsmith was just what they needed. It was no small task as input from multiple family members was taken into consideration.
London Home Builders 2011 Ace Awards 2011 Best Overall New Home Design $751,000 and over Oke Woodsmith Building Systems Inc. A refined Craftsman-style cottage incorporates elements from the past.
This renovation was inspired by two things: the need to retire and to enjoy the north-westerly view of Lake Huron. There was also the need to expand and modernize the family cottage and make it flow for everyday life. Set high on the bank of Lake Huron, the tower was a necessity for the owner’s watchful eye for the day-to-day activities on the lake – “his afternoon watch “…