GARDENING: The art of bonsai

A tree, a tray, not hard to say

When Stu Innes, today's contributor, persisted in pruning the fruit trees in his backyard, his wife Debbie reacted with some alarm and suggested he find a hobby. Innes recalls that as a young child he was intrigued by . . .

Posted: 2012-09-08

Rare and well done

It's not often a home comes on market in this enclave

With several new housing communities grabbing the headlines these days, it's all-too-easy for older, well-conceived communities to fade from the surface of public consciousness. One such community is Assiniboine Woods, a product of the early-to-mid 1990's. Tucked in along the Assiniboine . . .

Posted: 2009-12-19

Distinctive dwelling

Royalwood property resembles brand-new homes seen in newer neighbourhoods

If it weren't for the fact you knew you were in Royalwood, you'd almost swear you were in Bridgwater Forest.With its cultured stone facade, front porch and non-protruding attached garage, 75 Bridgeway Cres. greatly resembles many homes that line the . . .

Posted: 2014-11-01

Designing on a shoestring

Don't let small budget kill creativity in first apartment

DEAR Debbie -- My partner and I have just moved into our first apartment and have very little money to fix it up. You are so great at decorating on a shoestring, can you give us some tips please? We . . .

Posted: 2008-07-27

Split decision

Four-level home perfect for active family

It’s a dream many families have: to live in a big house in a spot that’s quiet and secluded, yet close to key amenities. That’s exactly what 6294 Henderson Hwy. — a 2, 000-square-foot, four-level split design — has to . . .

Posted: 2016-04-23

It's well worth the visit

Bridgwater Trails home is built for hosting

In many instances, you can read a lot into a new home’s model name, while with others, a model name doesn’t provide a whole lot of insight into what it’s all about. Suffice it to say, the model name of 177 . . .

Posted: 2018-04-14

Modern, roomy and bright

Smart use of space makes Bridgwater Trails home a must-see

It’s something that becomes apparent about a new home very quickly: whether its floor plan works, or not.In the case of 11 Del Monica Rd. — a.k.a. The Bayview — feedback on the floor plan has been resoundingly positive if . . .

Posted: 2016-12-24

Seven-years Old, like new

Thoughtfully upgraded Bridgwater abode stands test of time

Two scenarios tend to play out when a family home has been inhabited for going on a decade. The first is that it could look well-used, particularly inside. After all, things happen with families — frenetic early mornings with work . . .

Posted: 2026-02-07

River Heights redux

Classic beauty on Yale made thoroughly modern

Candy-coat it as much as you want, but it's a reality: Buy a turn-of-the-century vintage home in one of the city's classic neighbourhoods, and it's likely extensive upgrades will be required to bring its functionality and style to modern standards. That . . .

Posted: 2014-05-03

Furniture-makers obscure, but not by design

Actor Bruce Willis bought one of their dressers. They sell their high-end furniture in major American cities such as New York and San Francisco. And they've garnered a number of accolades, including Interior Design Magazine's Best of Year 2009 Product . . .

Posted: 2012-01-14