Timeless elegance, modern comfort

River Heights home resplendently remodelled with 1930s charm intact

One of the most challenging aspects of remodelling a classic 1930s home is to add modern functionality without compromising its timeless character. Consequently, when the outgoing owners of 135 Ash St. decided to update their 2, 910-sq.-ft. River Heights classic . . .

Posted: 2025-11-08

Idyllic job site

Outdoor reno rejuvenates more than just an old porch

As summer begins to slip away every year, lingering outdoor jobs become a race against time. While keeping a close eye on impending forecasts, a day was chosen to replace the top deck boards along the lower tier of the . . .

Posted: 2025-11-01

Container contender

New, improved hydrangeas perfect pick for space-saving pots

Container gardening is more popular than ever. Gardeners are looking to expand their opportunities for growing unique plants without taking up lots of space. More gardeners are discovering that growing perennials and shrubs in containers opens the door to a . . .

Posted: 2025-11-01

Down-sizers’ dream

Westwood infill condo project all about livability and location

When Karma Developments’ Myles Kraut saw the plot of land he’d purchased at 130 Allard Ave. in Westwood (formerly the site of Allard School) he had an immediate vision. “I knew the condo market across Canada was very slow, “ . . .

Posted: 2025-11-01

Masterfully remodelled

Fully updated La Salle two-storey luxurious and livable

One of the drawbacks of homes with open-concept floor plans is — for better or worse — everything is right in front of you when you walk into the main living area. And while flow between spaces is seamless, you . . .

Posted: 2025-11-01

Updating style can fit just about any budget

Every once in a while, a project with rather foreign parameters crosses my path. At a recent property, a minor kitchen facelift (part of a much larger renovation to ready a rental property) was heavily bound by budget constraints. Nonetheless, . . .

Posted: 2025-10-25

Snug as a bug

How to best insulate and protect your precious plants during winter

One of the first rules for ensuring winter survival of plants, especially newly planted trees and perennials, is to water them deeply so they are well-hydrated prior to the first hard frost. Recent rains have taken care of that task . . .

Posted: 2025-10-25

Lavish and livable

Luxurious bungalow condo project set for prime land on Wellington Crescent

Back in the day, a large tract of land on the 600-block of Wellington Crescent was home to the Khartum Shriners Hospital. Opened in June 1949, the hospital — which specialized in the treatment of children with physical disabilities or . . .

Posted: 2025-10-25

Step up in style

Tastefully updated River Park South bungalow ideal for a young family

These days, when growing families look to buy a move-up home, they have two options. Option A is a brand-new detached two-storey home in one of the city’s newer neighbourhoods such as Prairie Pointe, Sage Creek or Summerlea (to name . . .

Posted: 2025-10-25

Never the same bathroom project twice

The old adage, “if you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all, ” definitely does not apply to bathroom renovations. Although the finished results from one project to the next may appear similar, the paths to get there often require a . . .

Posted: 2025-10-18