Full-sized and functional

Hilton Homes' creation big, beautiful

As a builder, there are times when you go big, or go home. Turns out, Hilton Homes' two-storey show home at 158 Brookstone Pl. -- all 2, 771 sq. ft of it (excluding the lower level) was one of those times. "To . . .

Posted: 2011-11-05

Hidden gem

Character condos -- and not in the Exchange

Think of turn-of-the century condominiums, and the tendency (and rightly so) is to think of the city's historic Exchange District. With their exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, big windows and voluminous interiors, they personify urban chic with a historic twist thrown . . .

Posted: 2010-11-06

Sage Creek two-storey a wonderful family home

Open-concept design still offers plenty of division

New home builders are well aware buyers often want to have it both ways. Families often want a home with a floor plan that has some segmentation, yet at the same time they want the home to flow as if the . . .

Posted: 2020-05-16

Understanding the growth rate of trees

Those of us who like to look at trees admire all sizes and forms of them. But, did you know all species of trees have different rates of growth?A mature native cottonwood and a mature bur oak could be the . . .

Posted: 2016-04-09

SOLD & OFFERED - June 26-10

North End Address: 343 Redwood Avenue Asking Price: $149, 900 Sold Price: $149, 000 Taxes: $1, 263 Square Footage: 1, 350 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 32 x 91 Listing Agent: Jennifer Gulay, Royal LePage Alliance, 885-5500 St. Vital Address: 14 St. Elmo Rd. Asking Price: $149, 900 Sold Price: $150, 000 Taxes: . . .

Posted: 2010-06-26

Well-balanced bungalow

From prime lot to space-maximizing design, Oak Bluff West home has it all

One of the biggest hallmarks of an alluring home is the precision that went into its design, both outside and in. In turn, that commitment to excellence makes for a home that stands out from the rest. That’s the case with . . .

Posted: 2026-04-25

Pretty on the inside

Interior ambience a compelling asset of custom-built home

In terms of livability, not every home is created equal.That's why you can walk into one home and feel something is missing, while another feels perfect the moment you set foot inside. After taking a moment to think about it, . . .

Posted: 2014-10-18

GOOD TO GO

Six-year-old Algonquin Estates two-storey better than new

As exciting as it is to buy a brand new, big-ticket item -- whether it be a car, or a home -- it doesn't always make sense.That's because some automobiles and homes are so well-maintained, even though they're several years . . .

Posted: 2015-11-14

Keen eye for detail in Crescentwood

Modern bungalow fits in perfectly with its vintage surroundings

Drive down most streets in Crescentwood and you’ll typically see tidy, well-kept 60 to 70-plus-year-old homes lining either side of the street. However, when you turn right onto Fleet Avenue from Cambridge Street, you can’t help but do a double take. That’s . . .

Posted: 2021-11-13

Cosy up to the Avison

Versatile design meets needs of busy family

When it comes to new home designs, some take time to conceive, while others seem divinely inspired. According to Hilton Homes' Spencer Curtis, Hilton's latest show home at 76 North Town Road in Bridgwater Forest falls into the latter category. "Right from . . .

Posted: 2012-04-21