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Happy Homeowners: Martha & Ryan’s Countryside Home

When Martha and Ryan decided to build a second dwelling on their fourth generation farm just outside Brantford, they ran into a few roadblocks; their local municipality had very specific requirements on the type of property they could build. After reviewing multiple builders and discussing their specific needs, they chose Quality Homes to build their new home.

 

 


 

Tell us a bit about yourself and why you chose to build a custom home.

 

We chose to build because of Ryan’s grandparents who built a Quality Home over 20 years ago and were very happy with their experience. We also had very specific requirements by our local municipality in the type of second dwelling we could build on the farm. We did visit other builders but none compared to what Quality Homes offered!

 

 

What made you choose Quality Homes as your builder? 

 

We ended up choosing Quality Homes because of how hard they were willing to work to satisfy our needs and desires when it came to the perfect home for our family.

 

“They were able to take the model that we fell in love with and completely customize it for us.”

 

 

Tell us about the process.

 

The process of building a home with Quality Homes was very streamlined and efficient, leaving us with little to worry about. From establishing the floorplan all the way to choosing the finishes and interior design, they were there every step of the way to help us make those decisions.

 

“The process of building a home with Quality Homes was very streamlined and efficient, leaving us with little to worry about.”

 

 

Why did you select the Lindsay design? 

 

We loved the unique layout of the Lindsay and the ability to change the interior layout to suit our needs, including our home business. We were also looking for a home that would complement our century old farmhouse that’s right next door.

 

At 1,814 sq. ft. this custom Lindsay features an expansive open concept layout with not one but two living room spaces, plus 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, with front and side porches.

 

 

Exterior Features:

  • Shingles by Owens Corning – Colour: Onyx Black
  • Vinyl Siding by Gentek – Colour: Iron Ore
  • Vinyl Shakes by Foundry – Colour: Vintage Taupe
  • Decorative white details, including truss, vents, soffit, fascia & eavestrough
  • Front & side concrete porches with tapered white-wrapped PVC posts by Al-Mar Vinyl

 

 

 

 

 

As you enter the home, you walk into a spacious foyer with powder room to the right, and a large family room to the left. All entrances to each room are tucked away with a sliding pocket door.

 

Foyer Features:

  • Ultra Ceramic Tile Flooring – Urban Slate Series by Centura – Colour: Stone Grey
  • Square Stepped Trim by Metrie – Colour: White

Family Room Features: 

  • Laminate Flooring – Heritage Series by Centura – Colour: Applewood
  • Square Stepped Trim by Metrie – Colour: White

 

 

Laundry Room Features:

  • Custom White Cabinetry With Laminate Countertops
  • Camerist Faucet by Moen
  • Ultra Ceramic Tile Flooring – Urban Slate Series by Centura – Colour: Stone Grey
  • Square Stepped Trim by Metrie – Colour: White

 


 

What is your favourite part of the home? 

 

Definitely our open concept kitchen living/dining room. It’s the heart of our home and where we spend the most time. It has windows all around allowing us to view the beautiful countryside.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The bright white open concept kitchen features an island layout with breakfast bar, and plenty of windows with natural light.

 

 

Custom Gourmet Kitchen Features:

  • Custom Cabinetry With White Shaker Cabinet Doors
  • Chrome Cabinetry Hardware by Amerock Hardware
  • Ceramic Tile Backsplash by Centura – Colour: Bright White
  • Quartz Countertop by HanStone – Colour: Brava Marfil
  • Arbor Spot Resist Stainless One-Handle High Arc Pulldown Kitchen Faucet by Moen
  • Undermount Single Bowl Stainless Steel Sink by Kindred
  • Chimney Style Stainless Steel Range Hood
  • Laminate Flooring – Heritage Series by Centura – Colour: Applewood

 

 

 

 

The primary bedroom includes an ensuite with a tub and shower, walk-in closet outfitted with a pocket door, and plenty of natural light from the expanded windows and transoms.

 

 

 

Primary Bedroom Features:

  • Laminate Flooring – Heritage Series by Centura – Colour: Applewood
  • Square Stepped Trim by Metrie – Colour: White

 

 

 

Ensuite Features:

  • Custom Vanity Design
  • Voss Chrome One-Handle High Arc Bathroom Faucet by Moen
  • Freestanding Acrylic Optik Tub by MAAX
  • Tile Shower With Sliding Glass Door
  • Ultra Ceramic Tile Flooring – Spa Marble Series by Centura – Colour: Light Grey

 

 

The second bedroom was converted into a nursery and includes two large closets.

 

 


 

What advice would you give to someone looking to go through this process?

 

Go and sit down with a Building Consultant from Quality Homes to talk about your build options.

 

“A lot of things we didn’t think were possible were. And Quality Homes were more than happy to accommodate our requests!”

 

Also, go visit the factory to see your build in action! It was really a cool experience to be able to go and watch our home being built and then to see it on a truck coming up the road on delivery day – so exciting!

 

 

Thank you, Martha & Ryan, for sharing your story. Welcome to the Quality Homes Family!  

 


 

At Quality Homes, we work with you every step of the way making the process of building your dream home a special one. Contact us today to get started.

 

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