Balancing act

Function, flow and style in proper proportions in new Paradigm beauty

Regardless of what style of home he's designing, Paradigm Custom Homes' Jeff Baertsoen always has the same goal in mind. "Each and every time out, my purpose is to design a home to meet a customer's needs by providing the right . . .

Posted: 2009-03-07

Impeccable finishing touch

Form and function come together in tile specialist's first home-building project

When it comes to building a new home, some would argue a wealth of experience is required to do it right. That said, every builder out there had to start from ground zero at some point. However, they may not have . . .

Posted: 2013-09-07

Low-priced luxury

Condo homes in pristine Pritchard Farm

It's a community that, for one reason or another, tends to fly a bit under the real estate radar.Yet once you've experienced the tranquil, countrified setting that Pritchard Farm offers, it's a spot that quickly surpasses other communities as a . . .

Posted: 2012-06-02

The option is yours

Qualico dresses up show home, but leaves your home up to you

It should go without saying that when you buy a new home, that home should work for you -- in every respect. Unfortunately, some home builders have a design template and are loathe to deviate from it. As a consequence, you . . .

Posted: 2008-11-02

All in the family

Amber Trails home perfect for multi-generation living

At first glance, the foyer of 60 Dana Cres. -- a.k.a. the Corsica -- seems straightforward.With a formal dining room/den to its right and a handy two-piece bathroom to its left, it gets the 2, 296-square-foot, two-storey home off to . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

One suite view

Penthouse condo lets you gaze out over the Exchange district

It's something that comes up very rarely: a home that offers the chance to be part of a historic neighbourhood, while offering cutting-edge style and amenities. Where is this home? On the top floor of Sky Waterfront Condominiums, suite 704, 340 . . .

Posted: 2011-03-26

Simply spectacular

South Pointe home has it all, including a fireplace in the bathroom!

You've worked hard, saved your money, and are now looking for a new home that's equal parts personality, functionality and location. Yet -- after looking at countless show homes across the city -- you feel uninspired. It's mostly been the same . . .

Posted: 2011-10-08

Attainable luxury

Spacious Oak Bluff West bungalow offers quality and style

When people think of Artista Homes, they tend to think of luxurious, high-end homes loaded with wow factor. And while Artista is still focused on pushing the envelope when it comes to their new-home designs, they can also build luxurious, . . .

Posted: 2016-04-16

Breathing room in North Kildonan

Spacious bungalow features five bedrooms

As difficult as it was in the past for large families to find an affordable, functional home, it’s even more difficult these days. Dealing with the extra complications of a reduced budget dictated by high interest rates and the need . . .

Posted: 2023-10-14

Colourful options for Manitoba tree planting

The vast majority of trees do not have serious problems, but they need to be properly maintained. Timely watering and fertilizing is important to ensure their health is sustained. Fall is a great season to plant trees and shrubs. Indigenous species . . .

Posted: 2012-10-06