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Location, location, location
Wolseley Classic boasts modern charms
Few neighbourhoods in Winnipeg capture people’s imaginations the way Wolseley does. With its delightfully diverse home designs, scores of mature trees and a high walkability score — not to mention all the cool little shops and businesses in the area . . .
Posted: 2025-09-06
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Some assembly required
Backyard shed a tricky but satisfying build
I don’t often take on projects that simply require assembly. Pre-fab pergolas and storage sheds usually come with a detailed set of instructions and can be assembled by virtually anyone within a day or two. So, I initially hesitated when . . .
Posted: 2025-08-30
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Bold and beautiful
Spacious two-storey in Sage Creek has plenty to offer
As anyone who’s looking to buy a new home knows, real estate prices continue to climb. There are multiple reasons for this. First, there’s the cost of building materials, which are now being impacted by tariffs imposed by the United States. Then, . . .
Posted: 2025-08-30
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Elegance all the way
Stellar condo offers river views, prime location
If there’s one thing everyone wants when they come home after a long, challenging day, it’s peace and quiet. And, if possible, a generous helping of beauty. That’s understandable. Peace, quiet and beauty are balms for the soul. Too often, we . . .
Posted: 2025-08-30
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10 beautiful plants to plant now
Get a head start on next year’s garden
My favourite garden of all is the late summer garden. Plants have ripened and matured, their long stems and profusion of flowers and seedheads intermingling with neighbouring plants to produce a tapestry of colour and texture. Bees, butterflies and . . .
Posted: 2025-08-23
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Raising the bar
Covered deck the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining
The backyard is often a homeowner’s sanctuary, a small getaway place that you can enjoy without having to travel. And for those who love to entertain outdoors, this personal oasis usually includes a main seating area and possibly even . . .
Posted: 2025-08-23
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One cool kitchen
Fabulous family home in Prairie Pointe designed to impress
One of the most annoying things prospective new home buyers can experience when they view show homes is a condition known as the “duplication effect, ” which occurs when two or more homes look virtually the same inside. When this . . .
Posted: 2025-08-23
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Dream homes on parade
MHBA getting ready to roll out showcase event
It’s hard to believe that we are only four weeks away from the 2025 Fall Parade of Homes. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s (MHBA) Parade of Homes is the signature showcase event for this province’s residential construction industry, providing Manitobans . . .
Posted: 2025-08-23
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Seeing is believing
Stately two storey exudes warmth and charm
Every now and then, as you walk or drive through a neighbourhood, you encounter a home that stands out from all the others on the street. One such place is the 94-year-old, two-storey home found at 322 Queenston St. in . . .
Posted: 2025-08-23
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Pining for a perfect little porch
Tongue and groove gives this space a rustic, cosy feel
I was thrilled to learn that the homeowners of a porch addition project from last fall were so thoroughly enjoying the new space that they wanted me to finish the interior walls and ceiling. After discussing several approaches, tongue . . .
Posted: 2025-08-16