Rising to great heights in Bridgwater Centre

Quality construction in desirable area

While the construction quality of wood-frame condominiums has improved markedly, nothing beats a building constructed of steel and concrete. That’s exactly why Streetside Developments’ design team opted to go that route with the Rise Condominiums in Bridgwater Centre, says Myles Viklund, . . .

Posted: 2019-05-18

Suburban getaway loaded with livability

Price, easy commute make striking Ste. Agathe home a winner

In recent years, an increasing number of families have chosen to buy a home outside the city. There are several factors that have driven home sales in bedroom communities, including lower taxes; a more stress-free commute; the chance to live in . . .

Posted: 2019-05-18

A New Way to Renovate Your Home

Whether you're looking to amplify your curbside appeal, refresh an out-of-date exterior or impress your neighbours, there's a new and innovative trend in exterior home renovations. Winnipeg native, Jeff Arnold is offering residents a smarter way to paint homes. And it . . .

Posted: 2019-05-17

Stinky sink issue may need a pro

Question: I need your help with a problem we are having with our bathroom sink. There is a bad odour coming from the sink (which we had replaced about a year and a half ago). Prior to that there was . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Houseplants over hellions

Millennials seeking out Instagram-worthy offerings, experts say

Apparently, millennials would rather have houseplants than kids — at least, to start with until they are on more financially stable terra firma. If anyone knows whether this is really true or not, it would be Justin Hancock, who is the . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Your floor isn't meant for storing stuff

Instead of buying more boxes, decide if all your things are worth keeping

Drawers, shelves, cabinets and closets are all storage spaces. Your floor is not. More and more, I’ve noticed people using their floor to store clothing, books, paper, wine, serving dishes and more. If you are using the floor to regularly store . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Ring, ring, the past is calling

Remembering the landline and actual human interaction in a cellphone era

Everyone who still has a landline telephone in your home, please raise your hand. Thank you. Somebody, please give all 14 of you $100 each. You are my heroes. We stand as one. I will never give up my landline. Believe it or . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Decorate a home with intention

Interior designer Erin Gates founded her blog Elements of Style in 2007. She published her first book in 2014 and has just written her second: Elements of Family Style: Elegant Spaces for Everyday Life, with advice for how to live . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Gallery walls stand test of time

Concentrating photos, art and decor in collage style more than just a 'fad' born in the 17th century

Every now and then, a design blog will declare gallery walls "over" — a fad that’s had its moment. But they’re a decorating staple, says Susan Tynan, founder and chief executive of Framebridge, an online framing company. "I get asked a . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11

Small improvements can have dramatic effect

Don't underestimate the difference seemingly minor updates can make

When a client requests a facelift, it is important for a contractor to determine whether it truly is only a facelift with cosmetic changes they are after, or a remodel — which typically involves much more invasive work. There’s one particular . . .

Posted: 2019-05-11