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

Perfect for an ex-urban family

Big, well-designed, newish La Salle house suggests myriad possibilities

It's an ongoing debate, especially among young families looking to upgrade to a bigger, more family-friendly house. The question? Buy new or used? The issue can extend to a home's location: City or quiet bedroom community? With all the great communities in . . .

Posted: 2013-06-29

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Consult independent floor contractors

QUESTION: I've been doing some renovations on our cabin and I am now starting to research flooring. I've been getting conflicting information on the best type of product to use. We've been looking at laminate flooring as hardwood has been . . .

Posted: 2010-07-31

Tidy outside, treats inside

Excellent value in this functional, updated abode

Sometimes you walk down a street and, for some reason, one home stands out above the rest.That’s the case with 148 Syndicate St. With its tidy exterior — tan, low maintenance vinyl siding plus fresh-looking white front door, white-trimmed windows . . .

Posted: 2016-11-05

Style and value

A great spot to live, work and play'

When Sky Waterfront Condominiums were conceived a few years ago, the developers' aim was to attain two goals: to produce a complex with a unique personality -- at an affordable price. "We wanted to build a complex that represented something new . . .

Posted: 2009-08-02

Flexible design a plus for families

Sky-high ceilings or extra rooms: the choice is yours

When builders speak of a home featuring a flexible design, they usually mean inside.Turns out, 3 Snowberry Circle — a.k.a. The Prairiehaven — features two levels of flexibility, according to Kensington Homes’ new home sales consultant, Rene Giroux."This home features . . .

Posted: 2016-10-22

Classic character

Updated Wolseley home loaded with charm

It’s something you don’t often see in Wolseley: a turn-of-the-century home with a driveway out front. That rare feature is due to the home’s unique positioning, said Eric Neumann of Realty Executives First Choice."The home actually intersects with another street, . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

TREE CARE: Even great trees need proper planting, care

Every spring I get many calls and e-mails asking me what trees I would plant. I certainly have my favourites suitable for growing in southern Manitoba. Most of the ones listed are typically trees that have I find have the . . .

Posted: 2010-05-08