by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Older homes have a certain charm that new homes often can’t match. It’s the craftsmanship, the details, and the warmth. Every corner has a story to tell, whether it’s the beautiful woodwork, the original glass panes, or the way sunlight shines...
by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Heritage homes are architectural time capsules – filled with character, craftsmanship and historical significance. But below that charm is a tangle of structural and environmental difficulties, no more so than in the building envelope: the barrier separating the...
by Gordon Gauvin | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
We have seen way too many times when excellent intentions were ruined by the improper way of repairing historic buildings. As someone who has worked on historical restoration projects in Edmonton and other places for more than 30 years, I can say that heritage...
by Gordon Gauvin | Sep 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
A walk through Edmonton’s historic neighborhoods will reveal special window charm. Windows in many distinct homes contain wavy glass, it’s something quite special. Floating molten glass over a bed of liquid tin is today’s glass making process, which results in truly...
by Gordon Gauvin | Aug 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
Restoring Antique Doors in Edmonton: Blend Security with Historical Beauty Antique doors make homes in Edmonton’s historic neighbourhoods much more charming and unique. These doors were made of steel, bronze, or solid wood, sometimes clad in copper, or adorned...
