Closing the door on eyesores

A little creativity and customized cupboards help tuck away electrical panels

Every now and then, the existing placement of an electrical panel can create a design layout challenge. This past year, two such instances were overcome by using cupboards as a way of concealing the panels, while allowing easy access to . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Using the right parts for sink will keep you safe from sewer gas

QUESTION: I have a sink drain that includes a vertical pop-up vent after the trap, and just before the one-and-a-half-inch pipe connects into the two-inch drain. It’s been in place about six years. Do these devices wear out? I thought . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Sharing the wealth

Exchanging seeds ensures longevity, helps conserve biological diversity

Seedy Saturday is not like other events. While most annual events need to be extensively promoted in order to boost attendance, news of Seedy Saturday spreads to all corners of rural and urban communities like winged seeds carried by the . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Creating atmosphere by updating the 'fifth wall'

Don't let the importance of a 'statement' ceiling go over your head

What does the Sistine Chapel have in common with a house for a family of eight in Lutherville, Md.? The ceilings in these spaces demand that you look up. "Statement ceiling" is a term designers use to describe a ceiling that's . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Everything you need in a family home

Home is a big hit with buyers in Bridgwater Trails

New home sales representatives rarely sell the same home model four times in one month, but that’s exactly what Jeff McArthur of Maximum Realty recently did. McArthur has sold four of the six available Victoria models, an attached two-storey design featured . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Homebuilders prepare for Spring Parade of Homes

Manitoba event unparalleled in Canada

The deep freeze we’ve experienced this past week makes it hard to believe, but spring is just around the corner and we are only four weeks away from the 2019 Spring Parade of Homes! The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Parade of . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

City life with cosy, country feel

Two-storey house in Charleswood perfect for young family

Not every growing family can afford to buy a new home in one of the city’s new, cutting-edge communities. With prices of new homes starting in the $450, 000 range, it is indeed a challenge to find a home that’s both . . .

Posted: 2019-02-02

Design Manitoba features furniture with flair

With more than four decades of experience, Design Manitoba offers the best in quality contemporary and transitional furniture from across the country and around the globe. Celebrating 42 years in business is no small feat, and Design Manitoba continues to evolve . . .

Posted: 2019-02-01

Teaching emotional, social skills through arts and crafts

Teaching kids social and emotional skills is getting renewed attention, and arts and crafts are a good way to do that, at home, as well as at school. "Anxiety and depression are on the rise for young people, " says Melissa . . .

Posted: 2019-01-26

Home improvements you might regret

From pools to walk-in closets, here are some projects that may not be worth the effort

Between trying to save money and customizing a home to an exact lifestyle, homeowners can make some big mistakes. Whether they decrease resale value, go way over budget or increase maintenance costs, some renovations are better left undone. These are . . .

Posted: 2019-01-26