ALL ABOUT THAT BASEMENT: Adding Value with Basement Renovations
Many property owners have considered basement renovation, but are the returns on investment always there? We here at Parabola Developments took a look at some common basement reno issues and settled the score. Consult our guide below and find out what basement features add real value to your space. AVERAGE COSTS Depending on materials, labour […]
SPLURGE OR SAVE: Bathroom Renovations
Bathrooms are a unique renovation project: they are just as much about function as they are about style. We spend a lot of time in bathrooms, so looks are important– but the essentials still need to work reliably. Parabola Development’s quick-reference guide below will introduce you to the different ends of the bathroom renovation spectrum. […]
NEW NO-NOS: Parabola’s Checklist for Buying New-Built Properties
Private contractors vary from high-volume builders to smaller outfits that produce a highly specialized product (carbon neutral homes, for example), so there is no shortage of choices for a buyer looking to purchase a ‘new build.’ There are a few universal tips that will benefit anyone considering, starting or closing a newly built property. Read […]
OLD HOMES, NEW TRICKS: Parabola’s Checklist for Buying a Mature Property
For many, a dream home isn’t just about size, location and amenities– the age and style of the property can often be the main attraction. From mature suburbs to redeveloped, industrial-style lofts; from historic neighbourhoods to rustic country houses… No matter your preference, buying an older home incurs a wide variety of obligations and challenges. […]
Parabola Homes – Quality Modern Housing

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Splurge or Save: Kitchen Renovations

When renovating your kitchen, it’s easy to get carried away– there is nearly an infinite amount of styles and variations from which to choose. Overwhelmed? Unsure of how to budget your project? Don’t worry; you can rely on the reno experts here at Parabola Developments to ensure you get the best bang for your buck. […]
RENO ROUND-UP: A Guide to Planning Your Home Renovation
You’ve been to home and garden shows, drooled over catalogues and analyzed home renovation reality TV– You. Are. Ready… But where are you going to start? The best home renovations start with a crystal clear plan and contingencies in place to make the best of worst-case scenarios. Ideas are easy, but a plan can be […]
TAKING YOUR DOWNSTAIRS UP A NOTCH: DIY vs. Contractor
Considering a basement renovation, but unsure of whether to take the do-it-yourself route or hire a contractor? It’s a common dilemma— but whether you are a homeowner or a contractor like us at Parabola Development, the goal remains the same: to complete high quality work quickly and within a budget. Read below for details on […]
HOMEOWNER LIFEHACK: Vacuum Under Your Fridge
Appliances age and degrade over time while more efficient models are always being introduced to the market. It’s easy to think that a investing in newer appliances is a good way to reduce your energy costs– but you might be overlooking energy savings in your very own kitchen. No matter how old your appliances are, […]
TAKING YOUR DOWNSTAIRS UP A NOTCH: Permits for Basement Renovations
If you are renovating or developing your basement in Edmonton, you may require a wide variety of permits. Read on for an explanation of each permit type that might be required. DEVELOPMENT PERMIT A development permit is required if your basement renovation includes: Changes to the exterior walls or size of your house, Changes […]