Now that the old drywall and plaster has come down it’s time restore and rebuild. It is at this stage that all the electrical is best to be addressed. Most older Toronto homes are equipped with what is known as “KNOB and TUBE WIRING”, which was commonly used from the 1880′s to roughly 1930. Traditionally [...]
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Cut it out…
Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest you. ~Mother Teresa From time to time CALITRI gets the opportunity to reach into the community and give back with attending or sponsoring events that are driven by great causes. One such event was a CUT-O-THON by A [...]
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Also tagged angel hair, calitri, charitable events, community, cut-o-thon
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Lock em’ in the basement…
When it comes to city living in Toronto, mature neighbourhood homes in desirable pockets have a style all their own. We often find touches of ‘days gone by’, such as stain glass windows, double hung windows, gum wood trim, high base boards, and rich, elegant staircases. However when it comes to the basement, commonly we find that the ceiling height is [...]
Posted in Basements, Design, Home Renovations, Uncategorized
Also tagged basements, calitri, custom, heated floors, lowered basement, underpinning
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Designer HOT vs. NOT…
We have become a society of experts. Anything you need, any questions you may have, there is someone who can provide you the service for a ‘professional fee’. Thus is the case for most consumers who want a spectacular looking home but just have no direction in how to create the vision. Commonly they bring [...]
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Also tagged cabinetry, commercial, custom, designers, interior, me consulting, services
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Window Frame of mind…
Whether you are building a new home or renovating an existing structure, one of the features you must give special attention to is the windows and doors. The windows that you choose will significantly affect the overall look of your home. Keep in mind that they will also play a great role in how energy [...]
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Also tagged calitri, custom, customer service, windows
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On the road again….
Several months ago as you know CALITRI under went a face-lift. We now house our Construction Division and our Fine Cabinetry and Interiors Division under one parent umbrella. In order to remain on the leading edge of style, and to stay inspired, we shed our old look for a fresh, and decadent new branding. A new [...]
Expectations vs. Standards…
Just as in any industry, the terms EXPECTATIONS vs. STANDARDS hold some differences. Firstly, let us clarify what each one is. An expectation is an act or state of looking forward or anticipating. When working on building your dream home or any type of renovations big or small, communication is the key in the [...]
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Also tagged branding, calitri, custom, services
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CONEXPO 2011- Las Vegas
Every 3 years Las Vegas hosts the largest Construction Convention in the world called CONEXPO-CON/AGG. Endless upon endless show floor covered in the latest and greatest the industry has to offer. From the industry for the industry, all of the tools that allow us to bring our clients the very best work, in quality [...]
Dear Santa…
I know, I know, it’s only March, and we’re a long ways away from Christmas. That being said this is my wishlist in home renovation must haves for 2011. As my list could most likely take us into next Wednesday I’ll share with you my current 3 favourites. 1. I’ll start with my simplest indulgence, TOWEL BAR [...]
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Also tagged basements, bathroom, calitri, heated floors, kitchen, pot fillers, towel bar
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CALITRI also holds an elite standing in Toronto and GTA for its renowned custom commercial millwork. Our sister division CALITRI FINE CABINETRY LTD. is the creative fortress of master carpenter Mike Giannantonio. It is here that wood takes on life, it is here where your visions are skillfuly crafted. In production currently is a reception desk that [...]
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