During the process of getting your home design approved for a building permit, you may encounter some bumps on the road. First, a bit of background: If you are homeowner who is either building a new home or embarking on... View Article
Lorne Rose Architect works with general contractors all the time on home-building and renovation projects in Toronto and throughout Canada. In doing so, Lorne’s network of contractors has grown to be very substantial, as well as being eclectic: Lorne has... View Article
Before a homeowner undertakes a residential architecture project, they’re naturally going to have a few questions and concerns. This post is all about answering the most common questions that Lorne Rose encounters as a residential architect in Toronto. How Much... View Article
Toronto is a large, eclectic, diverse city with a long, rich history, so it comes as no surprise that the houses of Toronto reflect a wide-ranging mix of architectural styles. Indeed, for a Toronto-based residential architect working on a new home,... View Article
Working as a residential architect in Toronto, Lorne Rose has worked in a range of styles for his projects, from the classic to the modern. One of his trademarks, though, is the French Country House. As with many other architectural styles (such as English... View Article
All major residential architecture projects in Toronto require a building permit—whether you’re building your home, building an addition, or, in many cases, simply finishing your basement. Despite the fact that these permits are so frequently required, the process of applying... View Article
When it comes to real estate, Toronto and Canada are in a period of transition. Home-buying today looks different than it did in decades past: The world is recovering from 2008’s housing collapse; slow economic growth and the proliferation of... View Article
Home. It’s an evocative word. Toronto is a city full of beautiful homes. At Lorne Rose Architect, we believe that “home” should be a place you go to find peace, happiness and fulfillment, a place where you’re living the life... View Article
Toronto is a beautiful city, and one of the most beautiful features of this city is its network of ravines: Crothers Woods, Cedarvale, Glen Stewart, Rouge Park, and Moore Park are just a few. (Where, full disclosure, Lorne Rose completed... View Article
Their are many top architects in Toronto. Learn how to choose the right one for your project. You’re planning your dream home. You’ve done your research, thought of all the features you want to include, and now you’re champing at... View Article