Often with age comes mobility issues where everyday tasks, such as climbing stairs, taking a shower, or preparing a meal become more difficult. In some cases, these daily tasks become so challenging that we must...
Since the pandemic began, the entire construction industry has been designated an essential service, primarily for economic reasons. This had a tremendous impact by creating a boom in renovations and new home construction. With many...
I believe that society is only beginning to realize the critical importance of commerce and businesses of all sizes no matter where you are in the world. With many businesses impacted by a pandemic, it...
As you can imagine, during a global pandemic, it has become more challenging to be an entrepreneur and small business owner. I wanted to share with you some of my thoughts, challenges, expectations, and optimism. Firstly,...
People have been communicating for centuries through varying methods starting with primitive grunts, hand signals, and pictures on cave walls evolving into thousands of languages around the world. Our tools have changed as well; from...
Did you know, if a home is built or renovated with consideration that a person with physical limitations can live in it, then “anyone” can live in the house. What is “Universal design”? It is an...
“Inclusion is not always straight forward or simple, it’s a daily practice but it’s worth it.” Monk Renovations is a locally owned and operated company based in Bedford. They specialize in kitchen renovations, bathroom and...
We get asked this question on a regular bases, “will this renovation help with resale or will I get a return on my renovation investment?”, so I wanted to discuss this topic as it relates...
Everyone has heard the phrase, “You get what you pay for”, so why do people ask for a free estimate, free consultations or free designs from a renovation contractor? Better yet, why do contractors promote...