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Building a Home in Calgary: Fixtures and Finishes
03
OCT
2023

Building a Home in Calgary: Fixtures and Finishes

When building a home, there is a long list of decisions that need to be made long before you ever break ground. Calgary's best custom home builder and their design team will ensure that every area is well planned, but it's important to consider what you do and do not want long befo
The 5 Benefits of Backyard Suites in Calgary
16
SEP
2023

The 5 Benefits of Backyard Suites in Calgary

Backyard suites, also known as laneway homes or carriage houses, are amazing ways to add value to your existing property, create an extra income stream, and bring more affordable rental units into the community. Let’s dive into the five ways a carriage house benefits its owners and i
Choosing a Renovation Contractor: A How-To
02
SEP
2023

Choosing a Renovation Contractor: A How-To

Embarking on a home renovation project is an exciting yet daunting task. Whether planning a kitchen remodel or a full house makeover, one of the most critical decisions you'll make is choosing the right company to work with. A skilled and trustworthy contractor can turn your renovation
9 Things You May Not Know About Building a Custom Home
19
AUG
2023

9 Things You May Not Know About Building a Custom Home

For many of our clients, building a custom home is their dream come true. You can create a space reflecting their personality, preferences, and lifestyle. While building a custom home can be exhilarating, several aspects of the process may take time to become apparent. In this article, we&
Your Guide to Choosing a Reputable Commercial Builder
29
JUL
2023

Your Guide to Choosing a Reputable Commercial Builder

When choosing a commercial contractor, several important factors must be considered to ensure you hire the right company for your project. Whether you're planning new construction, a renovation, or an expansion in Calgary, Kelowna, or the Shuswap, here are some key aspects to look for.
How to Choose the Perfect Lot for Your Dream Home
20
JUL
2023

How to Choose the Perfect Lot for Your Dream Home

When purchasing a lot to build a home on, there are several important considerations to remember to ensure that the property meets your needs and aligns with your long-term plans. At FLR Developments, we often work with many clients from lot acquisition onwards to ensure they choose the pr
Top 10 Design Features of a Custom Infill Home
26
MAY
2023

Top 10 Design Features of a Custom Infill Home

Infill homes are a great way to revitalize communities, reduce urban sprawl and take advantage of all the amenities and vibes an established community offers. When designing a custom infill home in Calgary, here are ten popular and beautiful design features to create the most amazing infil
Building a Carriage House: The Ultimate FAQ's
28
APR
2023

Building a Carriage House: The Ultimate FAQ's

One of the best ways we help our clients is by sharing our experience. Decades of home-building experience teach us many lessons that can a) only be learned through going through them and b) can be helpful to our future clients. Being a carriage house builder in Calgary has allowed us t
The Ultimate Guide to a Great Home Renovation
13
APR
2023

The Ultimate Guide to a Great Home Renovation

We love full home renovations! A comprehensive remodel ensures your space is updated, redesigned, and overall better. They can help your home become suitable for your changing needs, create new space for growing families, accommodate aging in place, and allow you to make changes you wish y
Working with a Custom Home Builder vs. a Builder in Calgary
06
APR
2023

Working with a Custom Home Builder vs. a Builder in Calgary

When deciding to build a home in Calgary, there are many options to choose from when deciding who, where, and what type. Calgary is well known for its many growing communities, owned by a developer that offers various home styles and options through a few different builders. In addition, c
Why Build a Multi-Unit Home in Calgary?
28
MAR
2023

Why Build a Multi-Unit Home in Calgary?

With rental prices continuing to climb and apartment construction booming it’s no wonder that more and more first-time and everyday investors are looking into building their own multiunit buildings in Calgary. On paper, building a duplex, fourplex, or set of rowhomes seems like a gre
Renovation Costs: Most Expensive to Least Expensive
20
MAR
2023

Renovation Costs: Most Expensive to Least Expensive

One of the most common questions a renovation company will get is around renovation costs, and that’s for a good reason. No matter what kind you’re planning on doing, it’s important to set a budget and stay within that budget. One of the best ways to do this is to work wi
2022 Trend: Incorporating Sustainability Into Your Home
07
MAR
2022

2022 Trend: Incorporating Sustainability Into Your Home

Why Hire a Builder for your Renovation
11
JAN
2022

Why Hire a Builder for your Renovation

When a move or new build is not a reasonable option, renovating your existing home is a great way to love your space again. Home renovations can range from basic updates, to completely remodeling the entire home. With this in mind, it is important to spend the time planning your renovation
How an Addition Adds Value to Your Home
11
DEC
2021

How an Addition Adds Value to Your Home

With real estate prices on the rise, a home addition is often a more economical choice than a move to a new property. Or, maybe you have found your dream location but require more space than the existing home has to offer. In either of these scenarios, an extension of the existing house is
4 Important Considerations When Planning Your Calgary Custom Home
20
NOV
2021

4 Important Considerations When Planning Your Calgary Custom Home

Yes it's true, a reputable custom home builder will have a full team at your disposal to lead you through all the decision intensive stages of planning your dream home. But before you start the process, it's helpful to have an idea of what's important to you because they b
Key Points to Consider When Building an Infill Home
24
OCT
2021

Key Points to Consider When Building an Infill Home

Whether it’s the tall trees, the established community feel or simply the prime location, older communities have that character feel that can be extremely desirable for home buyers. Building a custom infill home in a community with roots offers a unique curb appeal that can only be a
Choosing The Right Builder For Your Business
17
SEP
2021

Choosing The Right Builder For Your Business

Commercial construction is a dynamic, complex industry with an overwhelming number of options when it comes to contractors, especially in a large city like Calgary. While the end game remains the same: finish the project on time and on budget, the process may vary for each commercial contr
4 Reasons Why Building a Net-Zero Home is Beneficial for Both You and the Planet
05
SEP
2021

4 Reasons Why Building a Net-Zero Home is Beneficial for Both You and the Planet

Building an eco-friendly home has never been more attainable than it is now. With a booming renewable energy sector and revolutionary technology, your goals to become “greener” are more within reach than you think. Don’t let the initial start-up cost for making “the
4 Things to Consider When Planning a Home Renovation
01
AUG
2021

4 Things to Consider When Planning a Home Renovation

Giving your home a makeover is a great way to renew the space and create more functional living space to accommodate your family's changing needs. Whether is a one floor improvement, a full home custom renovation, or an addition about the garage there are some things you will need
Tips To Choose Between Renovating And Rebuilding Your Home
21
JUL
2021

Tips To Choose Between Renovating And Rebuilding Your Home

This post is for anyone who has been debating whether to renovate or rebuild their home. It's essential to consider the actual cost of a renovation concerning the value of your home before deciding what route you want to go. Of course, this decision should be based on your personal pre
Why Work With a Design-Build Home Builder
13
JUL
2021

Why Work With a Design-Build Home Builder

If building a custom home, or a full home renovation were a movie, there are several actors that need to come to play to earn an Oscar. You need a professional designer to translate your imagination into a sketch, sometimes artchitects and engineers to confirm structral safety, and a const
2 Phases to Planning Your Custom Home
04
JUL
2021

2 Phases to Planning Your Custom Home

Building a custom home is an exciting time. Whether you are building a small vacation spot, an inner city infill development, or a sprawling rancher on an acreage, seeing your vision come to life through the custom design experience is an absolute thrill. Whether, or not you think the s
Benefits of a Custom Design Renovation
22
JUN
2021

Benefits of a Custom Design Renovation

There are times when the entire house just isn’t in the state you want, and you’re faced with the option of selling, living in a home that feels outdated, or dealing with a space that doesn't suit your family's needs anymore. The fact of the matter is you can choose to
Building a Backyard Suite in Calgary
10
JUN
2021

Building a Backyard Suite in Calgary

We, as humans, are constantly evolving. We create new innovations, better ways of living and investing for our future. You can see signs of this innovation all around us in the way we work, the way we travel and the cities we live in. One of the innovations to the way we live that is ju
Net Zero: The Future of Building
30
MAY
2021

Net Zero: The Future of Building

Depending on the decade or geographic location, the styles of commercial buildings and homes have changed and seem to reflect the differing tastes of people and places over time. However, the common home aesthetic is often less about taste, but popular because it presents a practical advan
3 Beautifully Designed Custom Kitchen Styles We Love
18
MAY
2021

3 Beautifully Designed Custom Kitchen Styles We Love

When planning your custom home, or full home remodel, you may find that you have designs in mind, that you absolutely love. Or, on the other hand, you may be the type who hasn't put much thought into the style of your home, but you find yourself wanting to get some ideas in mind before
Benefits of Building an Infill Custom Home
28
MAR
2021

Benefits of Building an Infill Custom Home

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a seasoned veteran, the idea of building a custom home may seem overwhelming. Luckily, building a custom infill with an experienced full-service builder can not only be an exciting experience but an incredibly fun and rewarding one too.
5 Simple Steps to Stress Free Custom Building
21
MAR
2021

5 Simple Steps to Stress Free Custom Building

If you are thinking about building a custom home, but your only thought is 'where do I even start' then this is the article for you. At FLR Developments our expert team has broken down the end goal, your beautiful dream house, into a full-service 5 step process. Let's e
How to Plan a Stress Free Home Renovation
14
MAR
2021

How to Plan a Stress Free Home Renovation

Without a doubt, we all know someone who has had a horrible renovation experience at some point in their life. Your renovation design can be underwhelming when not planned properly, and there is nothing like the extreme stress that is caused by huge, unexpected expenses and living in the c
5 Reasons to Use a Full Service Builder
07
MAR
2021

5 Reasons to Use a Full Service Builder

Building a Custom Home should be a fun experience, and for most, it will be the largest investment you ever make. Before you choose which builder to partner with there are some very important things to consider such as: Cost + Budget Project Timelines Past Projects Completion T
3 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Construction Company
28
FEB
2021

3 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Construction Company

Choosing what company to hire for your Commercial Development is a big decision. There is so much more to consider than just price when asking someone to build the space that you will be operating a business out of. The process of choosing the right Developer can seem overwhelming, but
Upgrade Your Next Custom Home Build
22
FEB
2021

Upgrade Your Next Custom Home Build

Part of the excitement of building a custom-designed luxury home is finally getting to have everything exactly as you want. Whether you’ve always wanted that Nancy Meyers movie kitchen, or a home theatre in your basement, your new custom home is a blank slate of possibilities. No

BEAUTIFUL SPACES DEFINED BY YOUR NEEDS

BEAUTIFUL SPACES DEFINED BY YOUR NEEDS

Whether you want a beautiful custom home or a multi-unit complex for your investment portfolio, our team of highly experienced building professionals can help you achieve your goals. From initial conversations to design meetings and the build itself, we pride ourselves on being there for our clients right through to handing you the keys and beyond. Headquartered in Calgary, AB we are proud to serve Calgary, Kelowna, and the Columbia-Shuswap Region.

WE CUSTOM DESIGN YOUR DREAM

Whether you want a custom luxury home, a stunning lake view spot, or the perfect commercial spot for your new venture, our team makes the process as straightforward, cost-effective, and simple as possible. From planning and design to permits and a third party warranty, we will expertly manage every stage of the process. We take the challenge out of new builds, so you can focus on what’s truly important: achieving your dream.

Want to know more about one of our developments and how we can get your project completed on time and on a budget? Contact us at  (403) 980-2205  or fill in our online form.

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