The Chilliwack Progress Wednesday, October 21, 2015
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Modernizing the typical BC Box home By Nicolle Hodges
From complete renovations to a single room redesign, the first step to achieving the home of your dreams is by working with a trusted renovator. For Ralph Belisle, president of TQ Construction, the project entrusted to him was to transform a typical BC box home into a more modernized style better suited for the 21st century. The homeowners had realized their humble home was dated, considering it had gone untouched since it was built in the sixties. The state of the home before the renovations was like taking a trip back in time. “The floor plan was adequate for [the sixties], but it lacked clear sightlines at both the interior and the exterior, which current lifestyles demand,” explains Belisle. The home was situated to the rear of a very large lot and the homeowners loved to experiment with different foliage in the huge garden area. “We wanted to extend the house in such a way that the interior’s views of the front garden improved and the
interior space became more cohesive among its rooms.” So, the process of transformation began for TQ Construction – a company recognized for its tradition of excellence in BC’s home improvement, renovation and construction industry. Before: They widened the existing “too-tight” garage to include a garage hobby space, which enabled the creation of big living room/family room above. Belisle says the owners particularly loved the vaulted ceilings and the great garden views through the new arch-top windows. Even with a few pricier touches, the renovations stayed within budget. “I look upon the project as one of our successes, which let the inside details was so positive in fact, that be inside and the outside be inde- Belisle says they have since become pendent, even while improving the friends. access and enjoyment between the “The homeowners thought of hirtwo,” Belisle says. “The owner/con- ing us after seeing the way our neightractor team let the house and garden bourhood projects were organised,” interact beautifully, which can easily he says. “During that time we were be seen as one walks up the path to- among the first of local renovators to ward the front door.” adopt job-site recycling, which creThe homeowners’ reaction to these ates a very organised job site.” Now,
the homeowners have agreed to enlist TQ Construction for any projects going forward. With confidence comes peace of mind in the business of building. For TQ Construction, transforming a basic home into a beautiful abode was something they were sure to accomplish. TQ (Top Quality) Construction is
an award-winning home renovation company that includes a complete renovation team of interior designers, carpenters, project managers and office staff. They strive for not only superior value in their results, but incorporate innovative sustainable solutions for the home. To learn more about TQ Construction, visit tqconstruction.ca
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