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How the light gets in
Views to our back yard were awful and the house felt closed in...until we built a sunroom addition.

Herb Lagois
2 days ago3 min read


Snacks to serve at New Year’s
If you need a couple of quick but elegant snacks to make for New Year's Eve, we suggest these.

Francie Healy
Dec 17, 20251 min read


Starting a brand new year in Ottawa
Our team wishes you the very best for 2026: opportunity, dreams, and hope.

Francie Healy
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Leave room for your future
Life changes, and we can't predict how; but we can still be prepared for shifts in the way we live at home.

Jacob Kirst
Dec 17, 20253 min read


‘Whoville’ magic on Westport’s mountain
There is a magical story behind this Christmas tree and the Westport man who started it.

Francie Healy
Dec 11, 20254 min read


Going beyond
Companies that don't go the distance should just get out of town. They're the losers in the end.

Herb Lagois
Dec 11, 20252 min read


When You Fall for a Renovator
Don't mistake charm for competence. When you begin a new relationship, here are 10 things to watch for.

Jacob Kirst
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Family activities in Ottawa this December
December is a time of lights and festivity. Our Lagois team has some good suggestions for family activities.

Francie Healy
Nov 24, 20255 min read


Elegant entertaining with baked Brie
It's delicious, it's easy, and it looks oh-so-elegant. (Maybe you'll prepare this in your beautiful Lagois kitchen.)

Francie Healy
Nov 24, 20251 min read


Thank you for helping us help others
Reno Tour visitors at the Lagois and other locations brought donations for the Ottawa Food Bank.

Francie Healy
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Westport’s classic news, with style
A 132-year old village newspaper was on its way out... until a young graphic artist decided to save it.

Francie Healy
Nov 23, 20253 min read


Are you ready for an Ottawa winter?
Winter is beautiful, but not when your home isn't ready. This Lagois checklist helps you prepare.

Francie Healy
Nov 23, 20253 min read


Always look behind the scenes
The big deal in any renovation is knowing exactly what goes on behind the scenes. No shortcuts. Ever.

Herb Lagois
Nov 14, 20253 min read


How much does it REALLY cost?
"How much does it cost?" goes way beyond what the price tag says. You have to look at all the factors.

Sophie Villeneuve
Nov 14, 20252 min read


Drink, eat, shop and listen
Here are some ideas for "in-between" November, when summer is over and winter hasn't quite begun.

Francie Healy
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Perfect day for a tour
Owners opened their Lagois-renovated home to visitors during Reno Tour Parade of Homes.

Francie Healy
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Parenting never ends (thank goodness)
As a designer, builder and very proud dad, parenting my adult children naturally looks like this.

Herb Lagois
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Your little corner of paradise ‒ and comfort food
When your beautiful renovated Lagois kitchen is your sanctuary in a cold, dark world. Here's a recipe for November.

Francie Healy
Oct 25, 20252 min read


The Lagois team, unplugged
A recent message from Jacob Kirst revealed a special thankfulness that lingers.

Francie Healy
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Designing homes that breathe
When there is little boundary between inside and out, beautiful spaces emerge that celebrate the light.

Jacob Kirst
Oct 24, 20253 min read
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