Designing a family home is about more than square footage or style — it’s about creating a space that works  day after day, year after year. A truly functional home supports busy routines, adapts as children grow, and balances comfort with durability — all while still feeling welcoming and well designed. At De Simone Designs , we work with Niagara families building new homes or renovating existing ones, and we consistently see the same design priorities rise to the top. Whether you’re...

Homes are no longer static spaces designed for a single phase of life. Families grow, careers shift, priorities change, and lifestyles evolve — and the most successful homes are those designed to adapt right along with them. This is the philosophy behind adaptive architecture : designing homes that can change over time without requiring major renovations or costly redesigns. At De Simone Designs , we believe a home should support you not just today, but ten, twenty, or even thirty years into...

Niagara is a region steeped in history. From the heritage homes of Niagara-on-the-Lake to century houses in Niagara Falls and farmsteads across the peninsula, the area’s architectural character tells a story — one of craftsmanship, proportion, and enduring design. For homeowners lucky enough to live in these historic properties, the challenge isn’t whether to modernize — it’s how to modernize without erasing what makes the home special . At De Simone Designs , we specialize in helping Niagara...