Home Features to Inspire Your Custom Design

Most people that build a custom home do so because they get to personalize it and make it uniquely theirs. It really is the main appeal of designing and building a custom home. It gives the homeowners the ability to carefully select each feature and tailor every element to their liking. Some people know exactly […]

Build a Smarter Home: Your Guide to a Custom Smart Home

Technology has truly revolutionized the way we live. Our homes are no exception. Smart homes have become increasingly popular for their added convenience, comfort, and control. A smart home gives you the ability to control everything from the lights to the thermostat to the security system, check on your pets, and so much more – […]

Home Aesthetics: Victorian

Choosing the overall aesthetic of your home can be one of the most difficult decisions when it comes to designing your custom home. There are so many options! If you’re a bit of an eclectic or have a taste for the finer things, perhaps a Victorian aesthetic would suit you. As one of the most […]

Why You Should Design an Energy-Efficient Home

When you choose to build an energy-efficient home, it benefits you, your community, and the planet. Energy-efficient homes are becoming increasingly popular and more important as the world becomes more environmentally conscious. On top of being better for the environment, it can save you, the homeowner, a significant amount of money on utility bills. Plus, […]

Staying on Budget: Save Money on Your Custom Home Cost

Building your own home is an exciting endeavour. What’s not so exciting, however, is seeing the costs add up. One of the most challenging parts of building a home is staying on budget. It’s hard not to get carried away upgrading and adding on as you go. But overspending will surely take the fun and […]

Custom Home Trends 2023

Designing and building your custom dream home is a major (but super exciting!) undertaking. It can be an especially challenging task if you’re indecisive or unsure of what you want. If that’s what’s holding you back from getting started on your home, have a look at these custom home trends for 2023 for inspiration and […]

Home Aesthetics: Minimalism

We briefly touched upon minimalism in our article, Your Guide to Home Aesthetics, but there’s more to be said about this popular home aesthetic. Even though the style is minimalist, our discussion on the topic is not. Defined by a calm vibe and neutral colours, the minimalist aesthetic continues to gain momentum. In this article, […]

Light Planning Tips for Your Custom Home

Before you pick lights for your custom home, take some time to plan. Lights are often an overlooked element in the design of a custom home but there’s so much to consider when it comes to lighting. Lighting really is more than just brightening a room! Don’t make the mistake of underestimating the importance of […]

Prepare Your Custom Home for Winter: Checklist

Winter is almost here. So, now is the time to prepare your custom home for winter. When you winterize your home correctly, you save yourself time and money in the long run. Proper winter prep can prevent damage that could result from storms or frigid temperatures. It also helps you reduce your energy costs and […]

Your Guide to Home Aesthetics

Your home is more than just a space to relax, cook, and sleep, it’s a massive ode to your personality, interests, and your family. If you’re building your own custom home, or just looking to find a cohesive aesthetic for your space, take a look at our guide to home aesthetics. There are hundreds of […]

Inspiration for your Custom Home Library

If you’re currently considering custom building your dream home, one room that may be on your list is a custom home library. Libraries–especially for bookworms–can be more than just a room with books, often they become sanctuaries with a collection of some of your favourite things in the world. First editions, family heirlooms, or even […]

Custom Studio For Your Custom Home

Over the past few years, more and more homeowners have become accustomed to working from their homes as opposed to an office or studio space. If you’re designing your own custom home and you work for an office or you need a space to create art, produce music, take photography, craft, or any other creative […]

Your Dream Garage For Your Custom Home

For so many homeowners in Ottawa, their garage is not just a place to store their car, tools, and holiday decorations. For homeowners who love their garage and love making the most of their space, their garage is a place to hang out, be creative, and enjoy alone time or time with friends. Many people […]

How To Modernize Your Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home. Whether you’re making dinner for two, hosting a girl’s night, or putting on a massive holiday feast, you should feel like your kitchen is your sanctuary. An outdated kitchen can make you feel cluttered, uninspired, and unhappy, so when it’s time to build your custom house, fit […]

Custom Home Wine Cellar Ideas

If you’re someone who enjoys the finer things in life, wine may be something you love to collect, drink, and taste. Many homeowners who enjoy wine and the elegance of wine culture choose to have a wine cellar installed in their basement. When you’re working with renovating a preexisting cellar, there are certain limitations to […]

What Is Maximalism And Why Is It Popular?

Throughout the past decade or so, there has been steady popularity of the minimalism trend. Minimalism, meaning the push to simplify and declutter the home has had both its supporters and its critics. For many people–especially those with large families or children–minimalism is not always conducive to their lifestyle due to its rigidity which is […]

Luxury Home Series: Kids’ Playroom

Any parent knows that the best way to keep their home clean and free of loose toys is to have a specific space for their kids to play in. A playroom gives you the space to have a clean and functional home, but it also gives the kids an area that’s all their own, dedicated […]

Top Exterior Home Design Trends

When picturing their dream home, most people think of their master bedroom, walk-in closet, huge pantry, or jacuzzi tub, but one thing that tends to be overlooked is their dream home exterior. The outside of your home is the first thing that visitors and guests see when they arrive, and everyone knows the importance of […]

Building A Custom Home On Your Own Land

When deciding to build their dream home, Ottawa homeowners often use the land that developers have already claimed for the project. Their budget will be spread across the cost of the land as well as the cost of building the home and materials. However, if you already own a plot of land, or perhaps you […]

Luxury Home Series: In-Law Suite

As parents and grandparents begin to age, many homeowners decide to take them into their homes to help them with their needs. When faced with adding a new member to the household, many homeowners decide to build an addition or a custom home that can accommodate the in-laws with a separate suite. If you’re thinking […]

Muskoka Room For Your Custom Home

Welcome to your own luxury Muskoka room, the one place in your home where you can enjoy being both inside and outside at the same time. Muskoka rooms are a great way to incorporate the beauty of Ottawa’s natural life into your home while remaining protected from the elements and the critters who call your […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Indoor Pool

If you’ve ever dreamed of your perfect luxury home, you’ve probably considered an indoor pool. At Omega Homes, we’re here to tell you that a custom indoor pool doesn’t have to be a dream, it can be a very achievable reality when you work with the right home builder. Imagine coming home from work to […]

Incorporating Nature Into Your Home Design

The best part about designing your own custom home is that you get to have a space that really reflects who you are. If you’re the type of person who loves nature, going on hikes, and enjoying the beauty of Ottawa’s outdoors, you may want to show that in your home! With most popular minimalist […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Home Nursery

Planning for the arrival of a baby is one of the most exciting times in a new parent’s life. From carefully choosing each little outfit to stocking up on diapers, bottles, and wipes, each step of the process is new, interesting, and full of anticipation. When planning your new baby’s nursery, there are so many […]

Designing The Perfect Master Bedroom Closet

A master bedroom closet is more than just a place to get dressed, it can also be a sanctuary. Having an organized and spacious area to try on new adventurous outfits, showcase your collection of shoes and watches, and truly take the time to get ready for the day can be absolutely invaluable. When planning […]

Benefits Of Living In Rothwell Heights

If you’re looking to establish a beautiful home for your family in a scenic and modern neighbourhood with quick access to the fun of downtown Ottawa, look no further than Rothwell Heights. Located on the banks of the Ottawa rivers, this fairly-new and upcoming neighbourhood is named after its beautiful scenic views that come from […]

Custom Home Trends For 2022

Building a custom home this new year is an incredibly exciting, but stressful process. When designing your dream home, there are so many things to consider from layout to decor and having a modern and stylish home isn’t always an easy task. If you’re looking to build a custom home in the new year, creating […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Home Bathroom

Your bathroom should be a place of rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Whether you’re getting ready to go out on the town, or you’re unwinding after an eventful day, your bathroom should convey a spa-like atmosphere while also being a reflection of your personality. Think about your dream bathroom: what colour is it? How big is […]

Upscale Mudroom For Your Custom Home

Your mudroom is an essential part of your house, especially during harsh Ottawa winters. During the winter months, your mudroom becomes a sanctuary for boots and coats covered in salt, dirt, slush, and snow, keeping it all contained in one space instead of creating a mess throughout your home. When designing your dream custom home, […]

Benefits of Living in Cumberland

Just thirty minutes from downtown Ottawa lies one of the Ottawa area’s most cherished historic villages. While Cumberland Heritage Village is just a short drive from the excitement of downtown Ottawa and all it has to offer, you’ll step into a quiet oasis of historic buildings, educational museums, simple living, and the warmth of a […]

More Must Have Winter Features For Your Custom Home

Winter is on its way and for those of us who’ve braved the harsh Ottawa winters in the past know that our homes become our sanctuary throughout the season. A warm home with everything you need to stay comfortable and entertained can be the difference between a quick and happy winter and a long, gruelling […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Dining Room

The dining room is the heart of any home. Whether you’re gathering with family or friends for a grand meal or just enjoying a romantic dinner for two, your dining room can really set the tone for an amazing evening. With this past year almost behind us, and the holiday season approaching, it’s the perfect […]

Fall Landscaping Tips and Tricks For Your Custom Home

If you’ve just built your own custom home, it’s likely that you care about your landscaping and want to make sure it’s taken care of over the fall and winter; at Omega Homes, we know the value of a beautiful lawn that you can be proud of during every season! This is why we want […]

Benefits of Living In Westboro

Nestled in its own small community of older homes and newer condos along the Ottawa river, Westboro is becoming an increasingly popular place to call home. If you’re looking to build a custom home in a beautiful and established community of families and retired people who appreciate the quiet of suburbia and the beauty of […]

The Cost of Building a Custom Home

If you’re considering building a custom home in the near future, you have to be aware of the rising costs of material. Lumber, metals, and other raw materials that are necessary for constructing a home have been rising in cost for the past year or so; a new trend in construction that has buyers curious […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Outdoor Kitchen

When designing your dream home, it’s easy to fixate on the interior. The bedrooms, the family room, the beautiful entranceway, they’re all important parts of making your home perfect. However, sometimes during the planning of the interior of your home, you may forget about the exterior! If your family loves to spend time in the […]

Storage Ideas For Your Custom Home

When we think of what our dream home looks like, it’s usually spacious, not cluttered, and beautifully decorated. In your custom home, there’s a place for everything, and everything has a place. Shoes don’t have to fight for space in the closet, there’s always enough room for different kinds of pasta in the pantry, and […]

The Benefits of Living In Stittsville

If you love the beauty, history, and elegance of downtown Ottawa and all that the main part of the city has to offer, but you’re also family-oriented, love big spacious neighbourhoods, and tight-knit communities, living in Stittsville may be the perfect choice for your family! Stittsville is a welcoming and warm community full of families […]

Choosing The Right Home Lot in Ottawa For Your Family’s Wants and Needs

When designing and building your home, you want everything to be perfect. A family’s home is at the heart of their holidays, birthdays, movie nights, and backyard barbecues. Every small detail in and around your home should reflect your family and your personality. From the carpeting in the master bedroom closet to the benefits of […]

Security Features To Consider For Your Custom Home

Depending on where you live, you may have different views on whether or not home security features are necessary. Regardless of whether or not you live in a crime-prone area, you should consider including some level of security features in your custom home because it’s a large investment of time and money, and it should […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Man Cave

Every homeowner needs to have a space where they can unwind and relax on the weekends or after a long day at work. Including a man cave in your custom home design ensures that you’ll always have a place to escape the stresses of life alone, or with your family and friends. They may seem […]

Luxurious Landscaping Features For Your Custom Home

When you’re taking the time to think about and design the home of your dreams, it’s important to consider the grounds surrounding your home as well. After all, having a beautiful custom home with a barren yard would be kind of like wearing a nice tux without any shoes. While it ultimately depends on the […]

Benefits of Living in Alta Vista

It seems with every passing year, it’s becoming more and more difficult to find real estate within most of Ottawa’s in-demand neighbourhoods, but there are still a select few with available lots and properties. One of Ottawa’s best-kept secrets is the neighbourhood of Alta Vista, and it should definitely be on your radar if you’re […]

The Best Time To Start Building a Custom Dream Home

While there’s never a bad time to start building a custom home, there are certain times of the year that are more ideal. In Canada, spring tends to be the best time to start building a custom home for several reasons. The winter weather has passed, the temperatures are ideal, the timing is right, and […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Basement

Many prospective custom homeowners initially consider leaving the basement unfinished and think about finishing it later on, but it’s a shame to finally have the beautiful custom home of your dreams and know that it’s not complete. A custom, finished basement will allow you to get the most out of your home, and even if […]

Making Your Custom Home Pet Friendly

One of the many reasons a lot of people are moving out of their condos and apartments and into homes with yards these days is to give their pets a better life. Our pets love us unconditionally and have provided us with endless hours of entertainment while in isolation, which is why it comes as […]

Benefits of Living in Kanata

Tired of endlessly searching for your dream home in Ottawa? Stop searching and build a custom home in Kanata with Omega Homes. In years past, Kanata was one of the fastest-growing communities in eastern Ontario, and it remains a sought-after location for working professionals and families alike to call home. It takes less than 30 […]

Must-Have Master Bathroom Trends for 2021

One of the most exciting aspects of building a custom home for many soon-to-be homeowners is getting the opportunity to design the master bathroom of their dreams. The master bathroom is where you’ll start and end every day, so it’s important that it’s organized and functional, but it should also be a relaxing space. These […]

Must Have Winter Features for a Custom Home

During the long, harsh Canadian winters, our homes become an oasis to escape the frigid temperatures, slush, and snow. We encourage our clients to consider their year-round needs when we are working together to design their custom homes, but we always put a particular emphasis on winter-based accommodations because outdoor activities are so limited during […]

Luxury Homes Series: Custom Home Garage

One aspect of the custom home design and construction process that often gets overlooked is the garage. They can be used for so much more than vehicle storage, and even if you aren’t the type of person that spends a lot of time doing projects or tinkering in the garage, there’s no reason that such […]

Benefits of Living in Manotick

Interested in living in Ottawa, but tired of looking for your dream home? Consider building a custom home in Manotick with Omega Homes. Manotick fell off of the real estate map for a little bit, but it has recently established itself as an in-demand location for prospective homeowners. The quiet country village has moved into […]

Buying Your First Home? Here’s What You Need To Consider!

By Mike Holmes Making the jump from renting to owning is a big deal. Not only is owning your home a great investment, it also comes with a sense of personal pride. With housing prices at a premium, it’s so important to make sure that you’re not only ready to own, but can afford the […]

New Year, New Home: Benefits of Building a Custom Home

Now that we’ve entered the new year, many people across Canada will begin to look into moving. Moving into a pre-built home may seem like the best option, but choosing to build a custom home can be more cost-effective, and it ensures you get everything you’re looking for in a new home, especially when you […]

Custom Home Trends for 2021

Embarking on the journey of building a custom home is an exciting experience, but selecting the right design trends for your custom home can be overwhelming at times. A lot of soon to be homeowners tend to look to the past for inspiration, but the key to choosing the right trends lies in looking to […]

Luxury Home Series: Custom Home Gym

As the cold weather approaches and we begin to hunker down for the long, harsh winter, many of us are looking for physical activities we can do indoors. With gyms being partially restricted and personal hygiene becoming more important now than ever before, many of us are realizing just how important it is to have […]

Custom Flooring for Your Custom Home

One of the first things people will notice when they walk into your custom home for the first time is the flooring. When you embark on the journey of building a custom home with Omega, we take the time to sit down with you and discuss the form and function of the different custom flooring […]

Benefits of Living in The Glebe

The Glebe has been a sought-after location for prospective home buyers for some time now. It’s proximity to the downtown core makes it a great location for those who work in the city to call home, and when it comes to downtime, there’s no shortage of activities. If you’re looking to build the custom home […]

Build a Custom Home to Suit Your New Lifestyle

Building a custom home is the perfect opportunity to design a space that suits all of your unique needs. From location, to size, to overall amenities, no matter the lifestyle you can design your custom home to accommodate exactly who you are.

Luxury Homes Series: Custom Home Office

With many of us working from home indefinitely, it’s more important now than ever to create a comfortable workspace in your home. Creating a custom home office to suit all of your personal and professional needs is a great way to keep your work life and home life separate even though they are taking place […]

Benefits of Living in Carp

If you’re interested in living in the Ottawa area, consider building a custom home in Carp with Omega Homes. Carp was once known for being a sleepy small town without much going on, but it is quickly becoming a rural suburb sought after by prospective homebuyers all over Ottawa. The Village of Carp offers what […]

Custom Home Maintenance Tips For The Fall

Whether you’re already living in your custom home or still dreaming of the day it becomes a reality, the arrival of fall comes with a whole new set of seasonal challenges. Here are some maintenance tips to help you sustain your custom home this autumn to prepare for the frigid winter ahead.

Buying Land In Ottawa For Your Custom Home

If you’re thinking about building a custom home in Ottawa, but aren’t sure where to start when it comes to buying land, Omega Homes can help with that. There are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to finding the right development or community to suit you and your family’s needs.

Incorporating Natural Sunlight In Your Home

Having an abundance of natural sunlight is one of the top priorities for most people when they are designing a custom home. There are a ton of benefits when it comes to incorporating natural light in your home, and it’s one of the first things people notice when they walk into a house for the […]

Mike Holmes’ Fall Maintenance Checklist

Feel that crisp in the air lately? That’s a pretty good signal that fall season is on its way. Makes me a little sad because I love being on my boat when it’s warm outside. Fall is crunch-time for getting your home prepared before winter quickly approaches, daylight is shortened, and the snow flies. Be sure […]

Benefits of Living in Greely

If you’re interested in living in the Ottawa area, but want a home that is designed specifically for you, consider building a custom home in Greely with Omega Homes. Greely is an up and coming area that should be on any new homebuyers radar. The rural suburbs are a great place to raise a family […]

What You Need to Know About New Home Builds

People choose to build a custom home because they want to live in a space that suits their needs and lifestyles. With a custom home, you can ensure that you’re happy with every part of the design and that your new home build reflects your needs.

Cost to Build a Custom Home in Ottawa

When people approach us about building them a custom home in Ottawa, one of the first questions they ask is: how much will it cost? It’s hard to provide an estimate for the overall cost of a custom home because there are too many variables.

Proud to be a Holmes Approved Homes Builder

In 2020, we were honoured to join the Holmes Approved Homes program. Created by Mike Holmes, a respected Canadian builder & contractor, the program aims to provide homebuyers with a house that’s built right the first time. Builders that are a part of the program are committed to Make It Right® and build a home […]

Tips for Creating a Healthy Home

People are spending more time than ever before in their houses. As a result, there has been more thought put into how our homes are keeping us safe and healthy.

Increase Energy Efficiency in Your Custom Home

When building a custom home, you have the opportunity to increase energy efficiency by making smart design and building decisions. Not only does improving energy efficiency help keep monthly energy bills low, but it also lowers your carbon footprint which is better for the environment.

Designing a Custom Home in Ottawa

Designing a custom home in Ottawa is easy—when you work with a full-service home builder. There are countless factors to consider when designing a home. While most people tend to think about bedroom size or kitchen configuration, there are also equally important—but less discussed—considerations such as HVAC design, staircase position and outlet placement.

How to Bring Outdoor Living Inside

One of the best ways to bridge the gap between outdoor and indoor living is through the use of a sunroom. Large windows flood the space with sunlight and you can enjoy a number of benefits from adding this extra room to your custom home build.

The First Step in Building a Custom Home

The first, and most important step, when building a custom home is choosing the builder. A full-service custom home builder should be like a partner and guide you through every step of the process. This includes helping find the right piece of property, secure financing, presenting designs and overseeing every part of the build.

Top 10 Spring Maintenance Tasks

By Mike Holmes I always talk about my 4 phases of homeownership: Buy It Right, Own It Right, Protect It Right and Sell It Right. I started my Holmes Approved Homes program so that homeowners can Buy It Right, which means buy a home that was built right the first time. If you have recently […]

Tips to Build a Custom Home in Ottawa

Ottawa is a great place to call home and the best way to ensure you find the perfect house in our beautiful city is to build. Building a custom home gives you the freedom to design each space to fit your specific needs in a neighbourhood that complements your lifestyle.

3 Things to Consider When Building a Custom Home

When building a custom home in Ottawa, there are seemingly never-ending things to consider. From high-level decisions like how many bedrooms you’ll need, to finishing details such as paint colour. After working with countless homeowners, here are three often overlooked points when first starting the home build process. Location One of the biggest advantages of […]

What to Look for in a Custom Home Builder

Building a new house is a significant financial investment and you need to ensure that you’re partnering with a reputable home builder. When choosing a builder, make sure they are a full-service, licensed company with a solid reputation for building in your area.

Best Time to Build a Custom Home

If you’re looking into building a custom home, you can start the process at any time of the year. While the snow and cold weather can limit some parts of the construction, it’s often the best time to work on the design and is faster to get permit approvals.

2020 House Trends

As we head into the new year, we’d like to share some custom home trends that are sure to be popular in 2020.

Process of Building a Custom Home

Building a home requires skill, experience, organization and attention to detail. It can be very overwhelming for the average person to successfully manage a custom home build. However, when you choose the right full-service custom home builder, the process is transparent and straightforward. You’re guided through every step, from finding the perfect lot to ensuring […]

Can I Hire a Custom Home Builder Without a House Design?

Yes! You can hire a custom home builder without having a house design, blueprints, architect or even knowing what you want your house to look like. A full-service custom home builder employs talented professionals to help clients with every step of the custom home building process—including designing the perfect space for you and your family.

Is it Better to Renovate or Rebuild a Home?

If your home is in the perfect location, but the house itself doesn’t fit your needs, you have two options: renovate or rebuild. If you plan on staying in your home for a long time, it usually makes more financial sense to tear down and rebuild than spend money on continuous renovations.

What Defines a Luxury Home?

A luxury home means different things to different people. At Omega Homes, we define luxury as a quality constructed home that fits our client’s specific needs and doesn’t compromise on location. Luxury is a smartly designed home that features amenities that seamlessly fit into a family’s lifestyle and creates a sanctuary where they can relax […]

Designing a Dream Kitchen in Your Custom Home

Every room in your custom home is important, but there’s something special about the kitchen. It’s the gathering place during parties, an area to unwind after a long day and a space to connect with family during dinner. When building a custom home in Ottawa, make sure to design the kitchen of your dreams and […]

What to Consider Before Building a Home in Ottawa

Building a home in Ottawa is a big decision and it’s important to feel prepared and informed about the process. When we start a new project, we always take the time to explain what our clients should expect and we help them with everything—from finding the perfect lot and designing the house to picking final […]

Buy or Build a Home in Ottawa?

It can be hard to decide whether to buy or build a home. Many people assume they can’t afford to build a custom home in Ottawa and automatically discount that option for something that’s already on the market. However, it’s unlikely you’ll find a place that checks everything on your list with a pre-built home […]

5 Questions to Ask a Custom Home Builder

Before committing to working with a custom home builder, make sure you’re familiar with their level of experience and knowledge. To get the conversation started, make sure you ask the following five questions.

Difference Between Tract Home Builders and Custom Home Builders

When looking to build a new home build, you have a few options: you can choose to work with a tract home builder or custom home builder. The two are very different and it’s important to understand what each provides so that you choose the right partner when beginning your new home build project.

Popular Luxury Upgrades for a Custom Home

There are a number of luxury upgrades you can add when building a custom home. When designing your forever home, consider adding one of these popular features into your space.

How Long Does it Take to Build a Custom Home?

It’s essential that you understand how the custom home process works to prevent confusion and misunderstandings. Often, when we first meet with a client, one of their first questions is how long will it take to build their custom home. The answer is—it depends.

How to Choose a Custom Home Builder

If you’re considering building a custom home, one of the first—and arguably the most important—decision you’ll need to make is which custom home builder to work with. Choosing the right partner will set the tone for the whole process and could be the difference between a straightforward and transparent build or a complicated and stressful […]

FAQ: Custom Home Warranties

When building a custom home, a common question homeowners have is what kind of warranty and after-service care is offered.

Best Tip for Building a Custom Home in a New Subdivision

There are many new communities being planned all over Ottawa and one could be the perfect location for your new home. Building a custom home in a new subdivision comes with many advantages, but the process can feel overwhelming. The best tip when looking to build a house in a new development is to partner […]

Best Ottawa Neighbourhood to Build a Custom Home

Ottawa is a diverse city and there are so many unique areas to call home. Whether you want to live in family-friendly Alta Vista or crave the wide open spaces of Carp, the best Ottawa neighbourhood to build your custom home is the one that matches your lifestyle and fits your needs.

Tips to Properly Plan Lighting in Your Custom Home

Lighting makes a big difference but is often overlooked in home designs. It’s important to properly plan lighting because it can set the mood, affect functionality and add (or detract) from the overall aesthetic.

Myths About Building a Custom Home

A custom dream home is a perfectly designed space that will fit the needs of you and your family; however, there are a lot of misconceptions about the process of building a custom home. After many successful projects in and around Ottawa, we’ve encountered the same three mistaken beliefs that prevent some homeowners from considering […]

Luxury Home Series: Grand Entrances

The entrance sets the tone for your home because it’s the first space you and your guests will see upon entering the house. When designing a grand entryway, you want to ensure it fits with the overall design aesthetic while still having the functionality you need.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Home Building

For people that have never built a custom home, the process can seem daunting. However, when you work with the right partner, it’s an extremely straightforward process. After building countless dream homes in and around the Ottawa area, we’ve compiled some of the most frequently asked questions about building a custom home.

Unique Custom Home Features to Include in Your Design

When designing a house, you have the opportunity to add custom home features that couldn’t be easily found in a pre-built home. Adding the amenities and features you want and need will help ensure that your new home is the perfect fit for you and your family. Indoor or Outdoor Fireplace While a fireplace can […]

Building a Vastu Shastra Home

Literally translated, Vastu Shastra means “science of architecture” and is a traditional Hindu system of building that focuses on creating spaces that radiate positive energy. When building a Vastu Shastra home, it’s important to focus on the placement of structural elements, the flow of the home and even finishing design elements.

Best Custom Home Size in Ottawa

When potential clients contact us, they often want to know what sized homes we build. Some people are looking for a smaller home, while others are looking for a space where their family can grow. We’ve built a number of different custom homes in Ottawa of varying sizes and rather than focusing on square footage, […]

Choosing a Colour Palette for a Custom Home

People assume choosing a home’s colour palette only involves picking paint for the wall; however, it’s a decision that affects every design element in your home. The bathroom tiles, bedroom flooring and even the kitchen appliances and cupboards should all be considerations when determining the final colour scheme in a new custom home.

Luxury Upgrades that Add Style and Value

Designing a custom home allows you to add luxury upgrades that would be hard to find in a pre-built home. The right upgrades can improve comfort and style while also increasing the home’s value if you ever decide to sell. Spa bathrooms, sunrooms and chef-inspired kitchens are among the most popular upgrades in custom homes.

Is There a Right Size for a Custom Home?

When considering building a custom home, the first thing many clients want to talk about is square footage and how big—or small—to build their home. While total square footage of a home is important, we believe it’s more important to have a functional layout that suits your lifestyle and incorporates the rooms that you and […]

Luxury Home Series: Functional and Beautiful Laundry Rooms

When designing a custom home, you have the opportunity to upgrade certain elements that are usually overlooked. Even though the laundry room is an integral part of the home, many times pre-built homes only designate a corner of an unfinished basement for their use. Instead of hiding the washing machine and dryer, elevate the area […]

Design Inviting Indoor Spaces for Your Custom Home

Living in Ottawa has many advantages, but the winters can cause us to spend a lot of time indoors. To make the most of your custom home, it’s important to consider how you’ll be using the space during the colder weather and be sure to incorporate custom comfort items like heated floors, multiple fireplaces and […]

Warranty Service for Custom Homes

When you commision a custom home build with Omega Homes, you’re protected by the Tarion warranty and our dedication to complete customer satisfaction. As a full-service builder, our job doesn’t end when we hand over the keys, we’re always available for warranty service and to ensure every final detail of your dream home is perfect.

Luxury Home Series: Master Suite

The master suite bedroom can be a deciding factor when it comes to deciding on purchasing a home. For many prospective homebuyers, it can be disappointing to find a home you love only to discover that the master bedroom is too small or the bathroom is outdated. When you build a custom home, you can […]

Most Important Rooms in a Custom House

For many people, a custom home is also their forever home, and they don’t have plans to ever sell. However, there could be situations in which you will want to sell your dream home in the future. It’s important to keep in mind what buyers view as the most important rooms in a home so […]

Incorporate Marble Throughout a Custom Home

Marble is a classic finish that never goes out of style. When building a customized living space, you can incorporate marble throughout a custom home that will help achieve a cohesive—and luxurious—design. Three popular areas to use marble are the kitchen, bathroom and living areas.

A Glass Railing Adds a Contemporary Touch to Your Custom Home

Finishing touches can drastically elevate the overall design of a space. One area that many people overlook is the stair and loft railings. Many homeowners choose metal or wooden pickets because they think that is the only option available, but when you design and build a custom home, you can add elegance and a contemporary […]

Best Tip to Follow When Building a Custom Home in Ottawa

There are a lot of things to consider when building a custom home—from finding the right piece of land, approving architectural drawings, obtaining permits and dealing with different trades. Some people think building a custom home can be a confusing process, but with the proper planning and some helpful tips, the journey to your dream […]

Benefits of an Infill Property

An infill property simply refers to a lot that currently has a building on the land. Many people that are looking to build a custom home only consider empty lots for their custom dream home, but infill properties provide a number of benefits and should not be overlooked.

Luxury Home Series: Indoor Sauna

One of the many great things about building a custom home is that you can ensure your living space has everything you need and want. Every client will have different requirements for their dream home and it’s our job to ensure everything they want is included in the final design. A recent client wanted to […]

With a Custom Home You Can Design the Perfect Backyard

Ottawa winters can be harsh, so when summer arrives, people want to spend as much time outside as possible. When you build a custom home, you can also design the perfect backyard so that you can enjoy the sunshine and warmer temperatures with friends and family.

Luxury Home Series: Kitchens

To create a luxurious kitchen, it’s important to think about how the space will be used. A luxurious kitchen should always be functional and the design should reflect the need of the homeowner and the overall design aesthetic of the home.

Choosing the Best Lot for Your Ottawa Custom Home

Before you can begin to design your custom home or pick out finishes—you have to decide where to build. It’s important to pick the right lot for your Ottawa custom home since it’s the foundation for your custom build and will guide the overall aesthetic of your home.

Luxury Home Series: Stunning Exteriors

To create a stunning exterior, it’s important to think about the details. From the siding choices and lighting to the smallest landscaping feature. When we work on designing a custom home, every detail is carefully thought out to create a home that is not only stunning but also complements our client’s specific aesthetic and lifestyle.

Pet Amenities for Your Custom Home

Pets are an integral part of the family and when designing a custom dream home, there are certain amenities that can be included to fully customize your home.

Ways to Give Your Custom Home a Luxurious Feel

Attention to detail is what makes a luxury home complete. Choosing the right materials and textures, mixing finishes and incorporating upscale additions is what sets an Omega Homes custom build apart from the rest.

Best Heating Option for Your Custom Home

There are a number of ways to keep your home warm, but many people don’t spend time thinking about the different heating options available. When you build a custom home, you can control every aspect of the design, including the type of heating system that’s installed.

Pick the Perfect Siding Option for Your Custom Home

First impressions matter and when looking at a home for the first time, often what stands out most is the siding. When designing a custom dream home, it’s important to choose the right siding option—one that is aesthetically pleasing and will provide your home with the protection it needs.

Different Roofing Options for Your Custom Dream Home

When it comes to building their custom dream home, many people spend a lot of time picking indoor furnishings and decor. However, choosing the right roofing option is just as important as your indoor décor, as it’s what will protect the inside of your home. Many people think that there’s only one option when it […]

2018 Home Design Trends

If you’re looking to update your home this year, keep our 2018 home design trends in mind!

Making Sense of Different Flooring Options

When you design and build your custom dream home, you can customize the whole space; from the overall layout to the smallest finishing touches. One of the many decisions you’ll face is what kind of flooring to install throughout your home. There are a number of different flooring options to consider, but the two most […]

How Much Square Footage Do You Really Need in Your Ottawa Custom Home?

When you begin the custom home building process, there are a number of decisions you’ll have to make. One of the earliest decisions you’ll face is deciding how big you want your home to be. The amount of square footage you’ll need will be dependent on your lot’s size, zoning bylaws and your specific needs […]

Recent Building Innovations

There are many exciting building innovations in the custom home builder industry — from the integration of smart technologies to the way that homes will be built. Omega Homes is always looking toward the future to see how the latest technological advances can be incorporated into our client’s custom dream homes.

Planning an Income Suite into Your Dream Home

Many people consider adding an income suite into their homes. Not only can these spaces generate additional income, they can also be used as an in-law suite for family members. There are many benefits to including an additional — but separate — living space into your home. However, there are also bylaws and building and […]

Rec Room: Not Just for the Kids

While most people associate rec rooms with the space in the basement for kids to play and make a mess — it’s pure definition is a room in the home that’s used for recreation and entertainment. It’s increasingly common to add a designated entertainment space in homes for adults to unwind and entertain. The possibilities […]

How to Ensure a Timeless Design for Your Dream Home

There’s a fine line to navigate when designing your dream home. You want to ensure that your home is filled with details that are important to you, but you also likely want to ensure that your home has a timeless design. To ensure that your home will stand the test of time, it’s extremely important […]

Omega Homes is the Best Custom Home Builder in Ottawa

When you decide to turn your dream into a reality and build your custom forever home, you’re faced with the decision of choosing a custom home builder in your area that fits your needs. Omega Homes stands out as the best custom home builder in Ottawa for our attention to detail, our knowledge and experience […]

Master Bedroom Downstairs or Upstairs?

For many people that grew up in a two-storey home, the master bedroom was usually found with the other bedrooms—upstairs. If you’re currently on the market for a new house, you’ll most likely still find this traditional layout in older homes. But when building a custom dream home, you have the opportunity to explore a […]

Smart Features to Incorporate into Your Dream Home

Automated (or smart) homes are becoming increasingly popular. There are a number of different appliances, gadgets and software that are available to make our homes more secure and efficient. Rather than trying to retrofit your space after the fact, make sure you include all the amenities that you’d want from the beginning—including smart features that […]

Designing a Custom Feng Shui Home

The best thing about building a custom home is that you’re able to incorporate the things that are important to you and your family. Some of our past clients have asked us to design and build a Feng Shui inspired home and we’ve been happy to work with them to incorporate many Feng Shui elements […]

Design a Stunning Outdoor Kitchen for Your Dream Home

Omega Homes offers a number of luxurious design options to customize your property and create a home that reflects your personality and matches your lifestyle. An increasingly popular consideration is the addition of an outdoor kitchen. Outdoor cooking spaces can make

Your Outdoor Space

When designing your dream home, don’t forget about the outdoor space. There are many fun and modern ways to create an outdoor oasis that will make your backyard both comfortable and attractive. Water Feature The addition of a fountain or pond to your backyard can add some tranquility. A water feature makes an excellent

LIKE & SHARE for Your Chance to WIN!

Omega Homes is excited to bring you our very first Facebook contest just in time for the summer! We are giving away a $250 Home Depot Gift Card to ONE lucky winner… BUT—you have multiple chances to win! To enter: LIKE and SHARE this post on Facebook!

The Best Appliances for Your New Modern Kitchen

When designing a custom home for our clients, we only use the best products and highest quality materials. We want to build homes that will stand the test of time and look luxurious. That passion for form and function extends to the kitchen where we spend time consulting with our clients on the overall look […]

How Floodwater Can Damage Property and Tips to Protect Your Home

Over the last few weeks, Ottawa residents have been battling torrential downpours and flooding all over the city. The Ottawa River reached levels that haven’t been seen in 89 years, forcing many residents to be faced with waterlogged basements and floodwater that severely damaged their properties. When rain starts accumulating and seeping into your home, […]

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your New Home!

Spring is here! You can finally spend some time enjoying the fresh air outside each day and look forward to even warmer days ahead. Not only is spring perfect for fun, the mild temperatures also provide an excellent opportunity to clean up your home! So, we’ve gathered some of our best spring cleaning tips for […]

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Remodel VS. Build a New Home — What’s the Right Choice for You?

“Should we consider remodeling? Or should we build a new home?” These are questions we address often from our clients. Building your home from scratch or remodeling are both big decisions. When it comes to choosing between the two, it’s important to weigh several factors that affect you and your family before you go ahead […]

Building Your Dream, Green Home

As the environment drastically changes around us, we are becoming more and more conscious of our carbon footprints and the effects of global warming than ever before. When you build a green home, you’re not only reducing the effects of building on the planet, you’re adding many energy saving benefits that save you money, too. […]

Join Us at Our Open House This Friday!

Omega Homes and Agent DK are excited to announce our upcoming open house! If you’ve been considering building your dream home, or are looking for inspiration and ideas for your next home project, this is the event to attend. YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US ON: Friday, March 3, 2017 Between 4:00PM and 8:00PM At […]

Don’t Forget Landscaping Design for Your Dream Home

As you begin the process of creating your dream home, it’s easy to get caught up in everything you’d like to see happen inside your home and forget to plan how you’d like the outside to look. Landscaping design becomes a piece of cake when inspiration strikes, and that’s where Omega Homes comes in. There […]

How Custom Cabinets Can Transform Your Home

Kitchens used to be tucked away in homes – a room that was kept out of sight of guests. Now, they are one of the most important areas of the home, with many families spending a large majority of their time there. Upgrading your kitchen with custom cabinets is one of the easiest ways to […]

Turn Your Vision into Reality with a Custom Dream Home

2017 can be the year that you finally build your custom dream home. When you partner with Omega Homes, you have a trusted team at your disposal throughout the entire process. It will always be about your vision, your wants and your budget; we are here to help you create and realize your dream. Omega […]

Top Home Trends for 2017

With the New Year comes new home trends to watch for. Omega Homes is pleased to bring you the top 3 trends to consider integrating into your home in the upcoming year. Whether you are building your custom dream home from scratch, or are just in the mood for some redecorating and renovations, keep these […]

Custom Kitchen Countertops for Your Dream Home

The kitchen is arguably the most important room of your home and is often the place you and your family spend most of your time. Whether you are choosing to remodel or building your new home from the ground up, there are many aspects to consider about your new kitchen. This week, we’ll go through […]

Omega Homes Has Been Named in Top 30 Home Builders in Ontario

Omega Homes is pleased to announce that we have been selected by Point2 Homes as one of the top 30 home builders in Ontario! According to their website, Point2 Homes is an online real estate marketplace that helps you find the right home or real estate investment, while trying to help make your search efficient.1 […]

The Advantages of Synthetic Stucco for Your Home

At Omega Homes, we always aim to help our customers choose the very best in quality products and styles to make their dream home a reality. Stucco, also known as synthetic stucco or EIFS (exterior insulation and finish system) has become one of the leading finishes on homes, and for good reason! It has many […]

Help a Friend Build their Custom Home with Omega Homes’ New Referral Program!

We value our customers and their experience more than anything! Every aspect of Omega Homes’ process is inspired by you and your personal touch, so we’d like to show you our appreciation with Omega Homes’ brand new Referral Program!

Omega Homes Is Offering FREE Kitchen Appliances!

At Omega Homes, we work with you to make your dream home a reality. We create every custom design and accent you envisioned, adding detail and your personal expression in the home we create together. We know that your kitchen is one of the most important rooms of your new house, and needs to be […]

The Best Ways to Increase Your Home’s Resale Value

Looking to increase your home’s Resale Value? The resale value or “R-value” of your home is essentially how much money you will earn from selling your property in comparison to how much you purchased it for. The resale value can change depending on many factors, but there are a few proven ways to significantly increase […]

Mould in the Home

Your home will always be where you are at your most comfortable and the place you depend on to keep you safe. However, safety doesn’t always only amount to locked doors and protection from the elements. It also refers to the environment within your home being healthy and clean, which is unfortunately compromised when there […]

Why You Should Look into The Insulation of Your Attic This Season

The cold weather is approaching faster than we’d like to admit! This onset of cool temperatures means that it’ll soon be time to switch from cold air to warm air in your home. During the cold months, your home heating system is working to effectively warm your home and keep you comfortable, but a lot […]

How Low-E Coating Benefits Your Home

Ensuring your home is comfortable, safe, and efficient is a high priority for all homeowners. An excellent way to maintain the utmost comfort indoors is through proper insulators and shields to block harmful natural elements. Low-E coating on windows was created to do just that– add an extra shield and protect your home from harmful […]

Insulate Your Home With Argon Gas Windows

Being energy efficient has always been valuable, but never quite like this before. These days, everyone is looking for the best ways to use less energy as utility prices continue to steadily increase every six months. There are actually many ways you can upgrade your home to make a big difference in how much energy […]

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