Donation of Archives
Shaw TV's Jen Muranetz visits the historic Pemberton family chapel and then reports on Pemberton Holmes' donation of archives to the Royal BC Museum. Bell, Jeff. (26 October, 2012).
Log Homes
Log homes have a special appeal and an aesthetic that invites occupants to reconnect with nature. Living in a log home is something akin to 'art as an experience'. Log construction has evolved, from
Siting a New Home
Home siting is the process of determining how to place the house on a building lot for maximum liveability. Siting is influenced mostly by the building footprint compared to available land. In the countryside, natural
August Days
Late summer is the month to begin gathering your supplies for making delicious preserves to enjoy over the winter. Making jam and other spreads is one of the easiest things to do. You may have
Ecological Appeal
Did you know that ecological furnishings add more to a space than a place to sit? They are pieces of art that spring from nature to dwell exclusively in the homes of people. Naturalistic
New Home and Custom-Built Advantages
You may have visited a new home while shopping for real estate. They are the benchmark for home buyers everywhere. House-hunters will visit a show home and then compare everything else they see to
Rainy Day Activities
Wet and soggy afternoons bring their own delights for adults and children. They're an opportunity to indulge in one's hobbies or to escape the house in search of treats and pleasures. If you're home
Women and War: Women and their Service during the First World War
As our logo says, Pemberton Holmes was established in 1887. This date has given the family-run company time to not only amass an extensive history, but also to grow an archive of materials that
Unique Things to Do in Victoria, BC – Part 1
We aren’t just about real estate in Victoria and Vancouver Island, sometimes we get some down-time, and want to do something unique for date night, hanging with our friends, or for family fun day. The
Come To The Comox Valley
If you’ve never visited the Comox Valley then what on earth are you waiting for? People of all ages can enjoy themselves in this up-and-coming area, from the shopping and easy pace of living to