David Bernstein
Founder/ PresidentDB Custom Homes IncDavid Bernstein is the founder and CEO of DB Custom Homes, an award winning luxury custom home building firm operating in Southern Ontario and expanding to include South Florida. With more than two decades of experience, David works at the intersection of craftsmanship, building science, thoughtful design, and complex project delivery.
Since founding DB Custom Homes in 2009, he has built a specialized team and lasting relationships with leading architects, designers, consultants, trades, and suppliers. His work spans custom residences, large-scale renovations, high-performance and Net Zero construction, and independent owner representation.
A Certified Net Zero Builder with experience in Passive House principles and advanced building systems, David advocates integrating performance, sustainability, wellness, and technology into luxury homebuilding.
Designing for the Last Move: Longevity, Aging, and the Future of the Canadian Home
Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be ov
…Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormo
…Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormous housing wealth and are increasingly renovating with long-term living in mind. At the same time, rising housing costs are forcing homes to function differently than ever before.
This session brings a
Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormous housing wealth and are increasingly renovating with long-term living in mind. At the same time, rising housing costs are forcing homes to function differently than ever before.
This session brings an architect, a designer, and a custom home builder together to explore whether today’s homes are truly being designed for long-term living or simply for current trends. From aging-in-place strategies and accessible bathrooms to flexible kitchens, secondary living spaces, and future-proof layouts, panelists will discuss how each discipline approaches adaptability, functionality, and long-term value.
