Wooden doors as smooth as glass

Old metal backyard shed gets new lease on life

While growing up in Norwood, our home was one of the few on the block without a garage, which in retrospect was great, because this meant we had a huge backyard. That said, there was no place to store the lawn . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Try hydrogen peroxide to remove pesky stain

Question: A small kitchen mat that had a black cloth border on the bottom got wet when cleaning the floor and transferred the black dye into the beige vinyl flooring. I have tried everything I can think of (vinegar, bleach, . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Swinging for the shrubs

Azaleas and rhododendrons the growing stars at Augusta

The 2020 Masters Golf Tournament plays Nov. 12 to 15, and the azaleas and rhododendrons won’t be in their usual glorious bloom. This is November, after all, and azaleas and rhododendrons are spring-flowering shrubs. Here is a bit of fascinating history . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Chasing dreams from India to Philadelphia

Designer's journey as dynamic as her work

PHILADELPHIA — Before she came to Philadelphia five years ago, Gayatri Chopra’s career was taking off in her home city of New Delhi, India. After sticking a fork in her job in silverware design in 2009, Chopra — a graduate of . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Renovating a classic

River Heights home standing proud and tall

Check out the beautifully renovated and restored classic home of Winnipeg real estate agent extraordinaire Marcia Bergen. Marcia purchased her gorgeous old River Heights 2.5-storey this past spring, and has since been renovating pretty much non-stop. The result, still a work . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Take caution when storing potentially harmful materials

Question: I read an article you wrote answering a question about insulation from 2011. I was wondering if you had a minute to give a stranger some input. I am an artist that uses Styrofoam boards for my projects, both . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Planning paramount to succesful new home build

Now that you’ve visited the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Fall Parade of Homes show homes during September and October and you’ve picked out your new dream home and the builder who will make that dream home a reality, where does . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Great on both levels

LaSalle home offers incredible style and function

As recently as 10 years ago, bi-levels were a staple in the portfolios of most new home builders. However, over the past decade, they have become increasingly rare — as bungalows and two-storey designs have taken over the new home market. . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Sweet deal

Former Oakbank candy store loaded with treats

Like people, homes tend to project a certain air. Consequently, when you step inside a home and look around, it doesn’t take long to get a feel for its personality. In the case of a 1, 240 sq. ft., one-and-a-half storey home . . .

Posted: 2020-11-07

Outlander-inspired tablescapes take a step back in time

I find so much inspiration from talking with like-minded creatives about style and design. One of these talented souls is local tablescape artist Suzanne Zingg. If you follow her on Instagram, you know she makes stunning and unique tabletop designs . . .

Posted: 2020-10-31