by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
Cabinet hardware is where a Calgary kitchen shows its personality, and the choice really comes down to what you value — we can source an $8 knob or an $80 pull, and the price gap is about finish and feel, not function. Knobs suit doors and pulls suit drawers, while...
by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
Most Calgary kitchen renovations need permits when they involve electrical, plumbing, gas, or structural changes — a like-for-like cosmetic refresh may not, but moving a sink, adding circuits, or relocating a gas line does. Permits are pulled through the City of...
by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
In a Calgary kitchen renovation, appliances are a separate purchase you make directly — Olympic City Renovations installs and integrates them but does not include appliance costs in the renovation quote. Budget for your appliance package on its own, and choose your...
by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
The biggest kitchen renovation red flags in Calgary are a vague or missing fixed-price contract, a quote that’s dramatically lower than everyone else’s, no single point of contact, and a company that can’t tell you who is accountable for the job. A...
by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
Two-tone kitchen cabinets — pairing one colour on the uppers with a contrasting colour or wood tone on the lowers or island — remain Calgary’s favourite cabinet trend heading into 2026. The look adds depth and warmth while letting you anchor the room with a bold...
by Jonathan Edwards | Apr 9, 2026 | Kitchen Renovations
The best kitchen layout for your Calgary home depends on the space: galley and L-shapes suit smaller or narrow kitchens, U-shapes maximize storage and counter space, and open-concept island layouts work well when you’re removing walls for flow. Most full kitchen...
