Nordic-inspired standout

Sage Creek two-storey seamlessly combines modern and mellow design features

Often when you walk down a street lined with show homes, many of the dwellings — though each is subtly different — can seem to blend in together. There’s no danger of that with 131 Stoneknife Cres. — a.k.a. the . . .

Posted: 2025-02-15

Hidden gem

Fully updated bungalow nestled in a treed, secluded enclave

Some neighbourhoods in the city can remain somewhat undiscovered, and St. Vital’s Bright Oaks is one of them. Discreetly tucked away between River Park South and Pulberry, and situated between St. Mary’s Road and a bow of the Red River, . . .

Posted: 2025-02-15

Spring parade of homes just around the corner

Despite the frigid temperatures, spring really is just around the corner and we are only three weeks away from the 2025 Spring Parade of Homes. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Parade of Homes is the signature showcase event for the . . .

Posted: 2025-02-08

A little forethought to fend off flooding

Although filtered water systems have become very popular in recent years, my first experience with a residential filtration array was less than appealing. After completing a full basement renovation for a homeowner before he took possession of his new . . .

Posted: 2025-02-08

Out-of-this-world Peonies

New compact series by astrophysicist turned plant breeder a colourful delight

Interest in peonies has soared in recent years. Reliably cold-hardy and long-lived, peonies boast huge, fragrant blooms that look stunning in the garden. A new generation of peony-lovers values the bodacious blooms as a dazzling cut flower. When it comes . . .

Posted: 2025-02-08

Turnkey triumph

Condominium layout facilitates flexibility, functionality

As many people have found over the years, making the decision to buy a condo in pursuit of enjoying a turnkey, low-maintenance lifestyle is easy. However, adjusting to a condo can be another matter entirely. Oftentimes, condos — no matter whether . . .

Posted: 2025-02-08

Wolseley on a budget

Key upgrades, flexible space make for solid value

Searching for a starter home can be a hit-and-miss proposition when working with a budget of $300, 000 or less. With that price limit, the stark reality is most homes in the $250, 000 to $275, 000 range require extensive . . .

Posted: 2025-02-08

Ace that base

Although pre-fab shower bases are available in many standard sizes, they don’t often provide the custom look desired by homeowners, especially if the entire shower stall is meant to be tiled. Moreover, most pre-fab base sizes don’t cater well to . . .

Posted: 2025-02-01

Slow the flow with nature

Designed rainways mimic native flora to more effectively manage increased rainfall

Managing rainwater was one of the top stories across Canada in 2024 and will be again in 2025. Extreme rain events across the country, including in Manitoba, resulted in flooded streets and basements as well as drought cycles and water . . .

Posted: 2025-02-01

Ample room to breathe

Spacious bare-land condo offers exceptional value, livability

It’s only natural families looking for a move-up home — or empty-nesters looking to down-size — would prefer to live in a single-family home. However, desired specs don’t always match up with home-buying budgets. With prices of single-family homes now starting . . .

Posted: 2025-02-01