Backyard beautification

Perfection and privacy rule in this urban roost

Mike and Katherine Goodchild weren’t happy campers. They had a patio constructed with 300 pavers (patio stones) that simply refused to stay level. It turns out unless the base beneath pavers is extremely well levelled and packed to perfection they will . . .

Posted: 2021-05-22

Affordable luxury in Devonshire Park

Stylish two-storey loaded with high-end features

It’s fun to close our eyes and visualize what the interior of a million dollar home would look like. Many of us surely imagine a generous and bright interior filled with luxurious finishes that is both visually interesting and welcoming. That’s the . . .

Posted: 2021-05-22

Show homes offer opportunity to view newest trends

The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Parade of Homes continues to be our industry’s largest showcase, highlighting the incredible show homes of the MHBA’s home-building members and allowing new home buyers a unique chance to see the latest in new home . . .

Posted: 2021-05-22

Tree house is up for sale

Live life in the sky in this elevated masterpiece

Almost 50 years ago construction of a unique, Bauhaus-style home began on a large wooded lot on Victoria Crescent in St. Vital. Folks living in the quiet riverside enclave at the time must have been wondering what the heck was going . . .

Posted: 2021-05-22

Don't cry: Use peanut butter to clean up spilled milk

Question: I have frosted glass in my pantry door. The one side is plain glass but, on the inside, it is frosted. I can’t seem to get kid spills off the inside of the door (chocolate milk, for instance). Any . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Bambi's buffet getting munch-proof makeover

Transplanted bushes and hedges to be protected from deer destruction

As with so many of you who have deer in your neighbourhood, my yard is a smorgasbord for those beautiful creatures, and I don’t care one bit. Summer’s not a problem because I don’t have a veggie garden, and they don’t . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Lumber prices in the trees

Increased costs likely here to stay

Homeowners who built decks last year are likely thanking their lucky stars this season. Lumber pricing across the board has been increasing consistently over the past months, reaching never-before seen heights. A brown treated 2x6 that was less than $16 . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Growing concerns answered

Retailers embracing sustainability, supporting local ecosystems and pollinators

There are several different ways mass retailers are embracing sustainability both in their greenhouse practices and the types of plants they choose to sell. Let’s check in first with The Home Depot Canada. Recently I talked to Mark Beaty, the companies . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Value and versatility

No need to upgrade with this spacious two-storey

Few things in life are as stressful as buying a new home. With that in mind, Discovery Homes came up with the Fairview B, a family-friendly, two-storey design that can be found at 31 Highpark Dr. in Prairie Pointe, says the . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Deluxe design in East St. Paul

Open house at this bold and beautiful bungalow on Sunday

Everyone has their own vision of utopia. For many homeowners that vision likely contains several distinct elements. The location would be private, and ideally on a generous parcel of land. The home would be spacious, tastefully-finished and have all the amenities an . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15