Great on both levels

LaSalle home offers incredible style and function

As recently as 10 years ago, bi-levels were a staple in the portfolios of most new home builders. However, over the past decade, they have become increasingly rare — as bungalows and two-storey designs have taken over the new home market. . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

St. Norbert nonpareil

Riverside bungalow offers stunning architecture, view and potential

A little more than 60 years ago — in 1963, to be exact — construction of a 3, 148-sq.-ft. bungalow began on a well-treed riverside lot at 630 Cloutier Dr. in St. Norbert. The lot was chosen by its owner . . .

Posted: 2024-11-23

Prim and prime

Upscale condo in great location is more than meets the eye

If you’re looking for a well-appointed upscale condo in a prime location, there’s no better place to live than Wellington Crescent. But because many condos in the area are dated and there’s scant new condo stock, buyers often eventually expand their . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

Craftsmanship for days in Oak Bluff West

Thoughtful design checks off all the boxes

Builders tend to walk a fine line when they conceive a design of a new show home. On the one hand, they want to infuse it with ample style to impress prospective home buyers. On the other hand, they know that . . .

Posted: 2021-11-20

Good to go

Waverley Heights bungalow move-in-ready

Young families looking for a starter home often experience two different schools of thought. The first entails buying a more "affordable" home (say, around $250, 000) that needs updating, and performing the required updates over a period of five years . . .

Posted: 2016-05-12

Contemporary charm

Wolseley infill dwelling both stylish and solid

One of the most amazing aspects of living in Winnipeg is that there are so many cool neighbourhoods in which to reside. One of those areas is whimsical Wolseley. With its tree-lined streets, eclectic mix of shops and collection of . . .

Posted: 2025-04-12

Egg white works best to stick sugar to cookies

QUESTION: Can you tell me how to decorate cookies with sugar so the sugar sticks to the icing instead of falling onto the baking sheet? Sincerely, Lawrence, GrunthalANSWER: Paint your cookies with one egg white combined with 1/4 teaspoon water. . . .

Posted: 2015-08-22

Winnipeggers love looking for a deal

Search for bargains during your reno

Looking for bargains is a quintessential Winnipeg thing, and I'm as guilty as the next person when it comes to getting the best deal I can on anything from a sheet of plywood to an exterior door.Though I generally buy . . .

Posted: 2013-07-27

When a Castle is a home

Nine-foot ceilings, smart layout add larger feel

With four elevations, A&S Homes' New Castle II can sport a variety of looks.According to Ken Smith, A&S's sales representative for 222 Tychonick Bay, the fourth or D elevation version of the 1, 778-square-foot two-storey home may be the best . . .

Posted: 2011-12-17

King's Park property in family-friendly area

Bungalow's neighbourhood, price make it an attractive home

As neighbourhoods go, Fort Richmond’s King’s Park is perfect for young families. With its mature trees and parks, it’s a picturesque, walkable area that lends itself well to family life. Yet, when families drive around the community to explore it, they . . .

Posted: 2018-04-07