A North Kingston investor transformed a solid, classic home into a high-performing duplex by switching to electric heat—freeing up basement space for a third bedroom—and leveraging an existing egress window to create a bright, welcoming secondary suite that blends seamlessly into the neighbourhood while significantly boosting rental income.
At House of Three, we offer pre-designed deck plans that can fit almost any yard! Additionally, we can help you create a custom deck plan to design the deck of your dreams!
Plan 21-0354 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow offering open-concept living, a private primary suite, and practical garage-to-mudroom access.
If you’ve ever wished you could turn your property into a more flexible space, either to support extended family or generate rental income, you’re not alone. Across Kingston and other...
Railing requirements for your deck depends on how tall your deck is. In the City of Kingston, if your deck is over 600mm (60cm or 24”) above finished grade at any point you will be required to add guardrails to your deck platform as well as handrails for your deck’s stairs.
In most cases, yes a permit is needed to build a deck if your deck reaches a certain height or square footage. It’s always best to check in with your municipality to see what their zoning requirements are! With municipalities in Ontario, they will review complete applications within 10 business days of submission.
Renovations designed by our team in Kingston’s desirable East End, this semi‑detached home highlights how smart upgrades can elevate both comfort and investment potential. With a modernized three‑bedroom main floor and a fully legalized two‑bedroom basement suite, it combines quality craftsmanship, efficiency, and long‑term value.
In Kingston’s sought‑after Bayridge neighbourhood, our team helped transform a semi‑detached home into two legal, livable, and investment‑ready units. By combining thoughtful design with permit‑ready compliance, we created comfortable, modern spaces that boost property value, meet community housing needs, and demonstrate how smart renovations can deliver long‑term returns.
If you’ve been thinking about adding a secondary suite or converting a home into a duplex—but aren’t sure where to start—this is exactly what I’ll be covering in my upcoming...
In Kingston’s historic Portsmouth Village, our team transformed an older home under a building permit order into a fully compliant, modernized rental property. Through strategic legalization, safety upgrades, and smart space planning, we preserved the home’s charm while enhancing functionality, flexibility, and long‑term rental value for today’s market.