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

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

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

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

Riverside cosiness and comfort

Solid ’50s bungalow is all about beautiful setting, picturesque views

It isn’t often you feel like you’re out at the lake when you’re less than a minute from a main thoroughfare, but that’s the feeling you get when you arrive at 32 Riverside Dr. Tucked away on the south side . . .

Posted: 2023-12-16

Unique and exceptional in Tuxedo

Visually stunning masterpiece makes bold statement

As rare as they might be, there are instances in life where tragedy paves the way for triumph. Such is the case with an eye-catching architectural marvel of a home that occupies a 75-foot by 130-foot lot at 106 Ramsgate . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12

Dynamic design

Inspired by parlours of the past, Paisley’s plan strikes balance between open concept and privacy

Over the past five to seven years, a trend has emerged in how builders design the front of their homes. Whereas plans were once straightforward with a foyer opening onto a hallway that connected to a home’s main living area, . . .

Posted: 2024-11-16