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Defying expectations
Wilkens model wows with imaginative, functional design
Designing an attached two-storey residence is never a straightforward task for a home builder. That’s because they must deal with one key element that doesn’t arise when planning a single-detached home: lot size. This is an important factor, as lot sizes . . .
Posted: 2026-01-10
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Where there’s a wall, there’s a way
When finalizing plans to upgrade existing flooring in homes, other smaller yet imperative tasks often tend to present themselves as well. At a recent job site, the entire main floor of the house was to receive new vinyl-plank flooring. Once . . .
Posted: 2026-01-10
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Stylish succulents
Drought-resistant plants provide perfect accents for distinctive décor
Gwen Beam finds the shapes, colours and textures of succulents irresistible. She has been growing, designing and teaching others how to get creative with succulents for over 20 years. Her gorgeous succulent designs decorate her garden in summer everywhere the . . .
Posted: 2026-01-10
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Turnkey treasure
Move-in-ready townhome great for budget-minded buyers
To say the least, the phrase, “affordable starter home” has become an oxymoron, of late. And it’s something many young families searching for such a dwelling know from first-hand experience, as many such prospective buyers have a limited budget of . . .
Posted: 2026-01-10
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A man for all seasons
Nurseryman’s Grunthal-area property a testament to passion for trees
Visitors to Falk Nurseries located in New Bothwell, a short drive southeast of Winnipeg, can tell at first glance that trees are a central focus at this busy family-owned nursery. Diverse tree specimens have been planted and labelled throughout . . .
Posted: 2026-01-03
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Bright and welcoming
Dwelling’s adept design, logical layout complemented by fashionable finishes
As any home builder knows, first impressions matter, big time. First, a prospective buyer must like the look of a home; that’s what prompts them to enter it to see what it looks like inside. Once inside, it generally takes someone . . .
Posted: 2026-01-03
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Headingley haven
Resplendent riverside residence offers custom-built comfort with a view
It’s something everyone dreams about at one time or another: possessing an unlimited budget with which to build your dream home. That would entail several things. First, there’s the lot — and, of course, its location. For most people, the lot . . .
Posted: 2026-01-03
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A Milo moment
Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, unfolded as the perfect autumn day — the temperature remained above-seasonal average, with only the hint of a mild breeze. After a long workday at a boat-access-only cottage job site, my return home included the . . .
Posted: 2026-01-03
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Resplendently remodelled
River Heights two-storey smartly melds contemporary and classic
Once upon a time, a one-and-a-half storey home was built in 1927 on a choice 50-by-120-foot lot at 1493 Wellington Cres. Then, some 85 years later, in 2012, its owner decided to give the home a dramatic facelift both outside . . .
Posted: 2025-12-27
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Extra steps ensure great stairs
Patience will help guarantee you get everything on the nose
When tasked with a project that involves the introduction of vinyl-plank flooring with underpad throughout the main level of a home, the endeavour usually includes a few stairs. At a recent job site, the stairway leading to the basement had . . .
Posted: 2025-12-27