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Certain events can trigger a renovation, like personalizing a recent home purchase or finally having the means to redo that kitchen or bathroom. Whatever your motivation, adding value to your home through a renovation can give you the double benefit of a space you love and a great return on investment. Amsted’s Greg Simpson will…

If you’re thinking about renovating, we want you to check us out, which you can do on the 2018 Reno Tour! The tour is an annual showcase of Ottawa renovation projects and trends now in its fourth year. The idea behind it is to give you an up-close and in-person look at completed projects by…

Join us on Saturday, September 8th to take a tour of our (soon to be) newest “Living Room” Presentation Centre while it is under construction!  

This fun, behind-the-walls look at an Amsted project mid-construction let fellow homeowners see first-hand what goes on before the drywall is installed, giving those considering a renovation of their own a good idea of how and why things like insulation, solid framing and thoughtful design choices impact comfort, energy efficiency and budget.

Our first mid-construction tour last year was such a success that we’re doing it again! For some, the renovation process can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be a mystery. That’s why we offer a tour of an actual renovation in progress, which will be held on Saturday, May 12.

With 28 years of experience, Amsted President Steve Barkhouse is well-known for creating successful renovation projects. Have a look through our website to find photos and testimonials of clients who have created their unmistakable home. Now it’s your turn! We’re back this Spring with our popular seminar series, where you will gain valuable information about renovating…

If you’re thinking about a home renovation, this is one talk you don’t want to miss. Amsted’s president, Steve Barkhouse, will take to the stage at this weekend’s Ottawa Home and Remodelling Show to give you all the advice you need to plan your project.

This past Saturday, the Amsted team was thrilled to welcome 30 past clients to watch the Senators take on the Vegas Golden Knights, showing our appreciation for their continued support and ongoing referrals.

Join us for an interactive seminar, and leave feeling enthusiastic and well-prepared for your upcoming renovation project.

If you’re planning a renovation, what better way to check out a prospective renovator than to visit them at one of their completed projects? That’s the thinking behind the RenoTour, an annual showcase of Ottawa renovation projects and trends that’s now in its third year.

The best way to understand what’s behind your walls is to see what they look like with the drywall removed, and that’s what more than 40 homeowners got to see last weekend during our first ever mid-construction tour.

For some, the renovation process can be pretty scary. But it doesn’t have to be a mystery! That’s why Amsted is offering a tour of an actual renovation in progress on April 1 (no fooling!).

Considering renovating your home? Join us at the Glebe Community Center on Monday, February 27th to learn more about selecting a renovator and how the unique process of design-build will set you up for success!

With 25 years of experience, Amsted President Steve Barkhouse is well known for creating successful renovation projects. Join us for one of our upcoming seminars, and gain valuable information about renovating that will leave you feeling enthusiastic and well-prepared for planning your project.

Amsted was proud to feature a beautiful main floor renovation as one of 6 homes in Ottawa on the 2nd annual GOHBA Reno Tour. If you missed visiting the home in person, we’re pleased to share the before and after photos and project details here! We invite you to take a look through for some beautiful design inspiration.

The Ottawa Fall Home Show is the ultimate authority on all things design, entertaining and home improvement. Amsted is excited to showcase at booth 1820, and we’d love to meet you there!

With 25 years of experience, Amsted President Steve Barkhouse is well-known for creating successful renovation projects. Have a look through our website to find photos and testimonials of clients who have created their unmistakable home. Now it’s your turn! We’re back after the summer with our popular seminar series, where you can gain valuable information…

On Wednesday, March 9th Amsted welcomed over 30 trades and suppliers to breakfast at Kanata Golf & Country Club, where we celebrated our successful relationships and awarded partners with several special awards. “In an industry that is often portrayed negatively in the media, we felt it was important to recognize that excellence also exists,” says owner Steve Barkhouse. “Amsted…

Don’t miss “Ottawa Experts” this Monday, June 2nd at 8:30pm! Industry experts from the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association will be on Rogers Television Ottawa Experts to share some insight and take your calls on housing issues in Ottawa. The lineup includes Steve Barkhouse, President of Amsted Design-Build who will be sharing tips on home renovations.