California house hits a home run

Ex-MLB player Rollins buys gated estate for community-record price

LOS ANGELES — Former professional baseball player Jimmy Rollins has circled the bases on a record home sale. A trust tied to the former Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop has bought a gated estate in Encino for US$10.65 million, . . .

Posted: 2018-02-10

Finished basement now a great space

Improving lower level can be a daunting project

The unfinished, or partially finished, basement is a common residential attribute for many homeowners. At at tender age, I recall helping my dad frame what would eventually become my very own bedroom in the basement of my childhood home. Many of . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Soy sauce may not be as healthy as you think

Question: My wife and I are trying to eat healthier, because of a recommendation from my doctor to change our diet. Can you please tell me what soy sauce is made with? Thank you. — Vincent Answer: Soy sauce is predominantly made . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

New homes crop up on Taylor Farm

Qualico Communities project seems like a new reality in Headingley

The historic, old John Taylor Farm fields in Headingley are growing a new crop these days — brand spanking new homes. Houses are being planted and growing like crazy in this new development by Qualico Communities, considerably different in appearance than . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Adding in-floor heat may mean calling experts

A consultation could save you hassle down the road

Question: We’re in the process of building a cottage. We have a 42-inch-high crawl space. The walls and floor of the crawl space are concrete. The walls are sealed and insulated with fibreglass batts to R17. The main floor is . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Walkability builds vibrant communities

Trees, parks and other amenities help transform a city into a true home

Within five minutes in the trees, your heart rate goes down. Within 10 minutes, your brain resets your attention span. At first, these statements may conjure up an image of a summer stroll along a leafy woodland path. Hazel Borys, though, . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Petty's California retreat on the market

A retreat owned by rocker Tom Petty at the time of his death is on the market in Lake Sherwood, an area near Thousand Oaks, Calif., for US$5.495 million. A year ago, the home was listed for US$5.895 million, records . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Getting character out of a new build

Subtle details come to life throughout Artista-designed home

Modern home designs have gained popularity for their clean, bright designs. Yet, builders take a risk when they undertake such a design. Should a home be too modern in theme, it could lack personality and warmth. Designers with Artista Homes recognized . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Parade of Homes is right around the corner

It’s hard to believe we are only four weeks away from the 2018 Spring Parade of Homes! The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s (MHBA) parade of homes is the signature showcase event for Manitoba’s residential construction industry, providing Manitobans interested in building . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03

Home combines the best of both worlds

Old meets new in East Fort Garry

As alluring as classic home designs from the 1940s and 1950s can be, they can have an inefficient layout. Brett Castelane of Century 21 Bachman & Associates says efficiency and style have been perfectly combined at 914 Wicklow Place. "This home represents . . .

Posted: 2018-02-03