05 Aug The Most Popular Types of Homes in Canada Today
You’re of course likely to select your new style of home based upon many factors, such as space, climate, locality and the size of your family, but it can be helpful to know what styles of houses are available to choose from in Canada, before you begin searching for your own, dream home.
Below are some examples of the most popular types of homes in Canada today, and hopefully, they’ll inspire you to make the right choice when it comes to buying your new home in Canada:
Cottage style homes
Popular in the colder regions of the country, cottage style homes are traditional in appearance and have simple, clean interiors. Typically smaller in size, the rooms are easier to keep warm, and if you’re looking for a low-maintenance house that will suit a smaller family, this style could work well.
Old country houses
Large and built with a mix of wood and other materials, country style houses are typically grand in appearance, with big windows to allow in plenty of natural light, and large backyards with patios. For bigger families with traditional taste in building, this type of house could suit you down to the ground.
Modern houses
Often visually stunning, and built with clean, straight lines, modern homes place a greater emphasis on design, architecture and interiors and the kitchen is typically the feature room. Able to be built on even the smallest of plots of land, modern houses are fantastic for forward thinking individuals or families, who don’t like a lot of fuss in their designs.
Ranch style houses
Built on the ground without elevating the buildings base much, ranch style houses are cozy and warm, and their interiors are usually open plan. With wood used throughout the home to achieve a natural look inside and out, these houses are perfect for fans of the natural environment, and those who don’t enjoy taking the stairs to bed!
Craftsmen rustic
Constructed from natural materials such as stone, wood and un-coated bricks, these rustic houses are particularly charming and exceptionally robust. Requiring little maintenance, they will suit fans of more traditional, old world homes.
Farmhouse style homes
Casual in design, farmhouse style homes are well-suited to those on a more limited budget, since they make use of reclaimed wood, wrought iron and barnboard and suit vintage accessories very well.
West coast style
In West Vancouver, the terrain was never smooth, and homes had to be imaginatively constructed to accommodate the restrictions of such a rough terrain. Over time, homes were designed using complex geometric forms and open plan layouts, and rooms were typically multi-functional.
If you’re ready to buy your first home in Canada, simplify the mortgage process by working with a reputable broker in your locality, or in the region in which you wish to move to. Happy house hunting!