Love where you live?

Stay a while.

Adapting a home to changing needs - to age in place, to support an aging parent to stay in their home, or to make everyday life easier - means a family can live comfortably and safely in a home they love for as long as possible.

Your builder will help you explore options based on what’s needed - a bungalow renovation for one-floor living, zero-step entrances, accessible kitchens, curbless showers, home automation, stair lifts, and elevators. Their training goes beyond individual features to include current building codes and standards, evolving technology, and thoughtful design for safety, comfort, and ease of use - without sacrificing a beautiful home.

We love creating welcoming spaces that work for families as life changes, combining gorgeous design with practical planning to support independence without making a home feel institutional.

Wondering how to finance an adaptive renovation?

Beyond the desire to stay in a much-loved home, renovating is often more practical and cost-effective than moving. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that equity is their access to the lowest-cost financing available.

Another pleasant surprise is discovering the independent mortgage broker. A good broker provides a clear picture of available options with a handful of questions about the property - without pressure or obligation. Your bank may have good options too, but they will be limited to their own products.

You don’t need to have everything figured out - the purpose of the conversation is just to understand what’s available. We recommend Bill Rainbow at MA West. We have no financial connection to Bill, but we have worked with him on several projects, he helped us and several of our clients, and we have a great deal of respect for his experience, reputation, and kind, professional approach.

Talking to an independent broker is an invaluable early step when considering a renovation or new build. It’s worth asking the question before assuming a renovation is out of reach, or before assuming that leaving a much-loved home is the only option.

CHBA.ca/adaptiv-home is a great resource to learn more about adaptive renovations and the possibilities for your home.