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Dynamic design
Inspired by parlours of the past, Paisley’s plan strikes balance between open concept and privacy
Over the past five to seven years, a trend has emerged in how builders design the front of their homes. Whereas plans were once straightforward with a foyer opening onto a hallway that connected to a home’s main living area, . . .
Posted: 2024-11-16
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Pride of place
Condo’s setting only adds to dwelling’s many charms
If there’s one quality realtors tend to emphasize about a home more than any other, it would have to be location. That makes sense, because a home’s location — whether in a central neighbourhood that provides quick access to all . . .
Posted: 2024-11-16
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Saluting the sub-trades
Unsung heroes step up to get bathroom project done
There are always unsung heroes over the course of any renovation project. Whether it’s the commercial rep who hastens a delivery to ensure a job remains on schedule, or the sales rep who calls a manufacturer to expedite a replacement . . .
Posted: 2024-11-09
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And the winner is…
This year’s pick of the plants could be perfect for your patch
Each year, Proven Winners and All America Selections release a list of plant-of-the-year winners and the non-profit U.S. National Garden Bureau annually chooses a selection of crops that represent six horticultural categories: bulbs, annuals, edibles, perennials, shrubs and houseplants. For . . .
Posted: 2024-11-09
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Beautiful balance
Luxurious and livable, water view is just the start for big Bison Run bungalow /H3
When a builder conceives the plan for a luxury home, their first instinct is to design a home that’s filled with flair and style. After all, the goal is to draw prospective homebuyers in with its all its well-placed panache. While . . .
Posted: 2024-11-09
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One-of-a-kind design
Remodelled Wildwood home still stands out from the crowd
Sometimes, you pass a home you can’t help but notice. That’s the case with 760 Point Rd., where even the most casual glance inspires curiosity. Which is to say, its angular silhouette — which stands out against other more traditionally . . .
Posted: 2024-11-09
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Clearly, one big decision
The prospect of replacing the windows original to my house had always been daunting to me, for several reasons: the window units were wooden, set in the sandstone brick siding of the house, and the manner with which they . . .
Posted: 2024-11-02
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Annual standouts
New plant varieties have what it takes to face our unpredictable climate
In a year when Mother Nature threw everything at gardeners, annual plant varieties had plenty of opportunity to prove their mettle. Gardeners across Manitoba experienced heavy rainfall in the springtime followed by record heat in the summer. The month of . . .
Posted: 2024-11-02
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PictUre-perfect family pad
Sage Creek two-storey offers versatility and comfort galore
It seems everyone has a different idea of what a home should be. However, the one thing most people desire in a dwelling is for it to serve as a place where they can close the front door behind them . . .
Posted: 2024-11-02
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Up-to-date and family-friendly
Mission Gardens bi-level offers up flair and functionality
In real estate, the term ‘longtime homeowner’ can be taken as either a good or bad sign. On one hand, it can mean a home has been well-maintained and updated regularly over the years. On the other, it could mean . . .
Posted: 2024-11-02