Style and convenience, 24seven

Osborne Village condominium project 70 per cent sold

Several years back, the brain trust at Ventura Developments discovered an infill lot in the heart of Osborne Village. Immediately, a concept was born: 24seven Condominiums, the name derived from the lot’s superb location at 247 River Ave. Just steps from amenities . . .

Posted: 2017-06-30

Peace & quiet in the city

Mature home and good fit for a young family

It’s a unique and welcome feeling: to live in the heart of a city, yet feel as if you’re living in a quiet spot somewhere out in the country. Not surprisingly, it’s a scenario that many young families yearn for, but . . .

Posted: 2017-06-30

Sold / Offered

A look at the real estate market in and around Winnipeg

SOLD: Lindenwoods ADDRESS: 2301-201 Victor Lewis Dr. ASKING PRICE: $199, 900 SOLD PRICE: $190, 000 TAXES: $2, 442 SQUARE FOOTAGE1, 032 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOM: 1.5 LOT SIZE: Condominium LISTING AGENT: Vijay Guliani, Realty Plus Inc., 204-897-0800     SOLD: Garden Grove ADDRESS: 67 Burdick Pl. ASKING PRICE: $334, 900 SOLD PRICE: $328, . . .

Posted: 2017-06-29

Wood-working skills started with classic set of wheels

Don’t let the photos confuse you — this is indeed the Homes section. While flipping through an old photo album (no, not a euphemism for "going though pics on my iPhone" — an actual album with real photos), I stumbled across . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

Throwing shade

Use of layers and light creates living works of art

In leafy neighbourhoods, the effects of the varying degrees of shade and light are nuanced by the surrounding tree canopy. Too dense of a thicket and the resulting diminished light places limits on the diversity of plants that can be grown . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

A green ambition

It's not child labour if they love to do the work

Nothing warms a parent or grandparent’s heart more than seeing their kids or grandkids reach the age where they can start lending some serious help in the chores department. My grandson, Ryan, is nine years old and a total character in . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

Hiring right in battle against rot

Helpful hints will help you find a reliable contractor

Question: Hi, I enjoy reading your articles in the Free Press on Saturdays. Perhaps you can direct me to a reputable business that can possibly do a repair for me. The wooden pillar on our front porch is starting to . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

How to clean your cloudy crystal glasses

Question: I have a set of crystal glasses that have become cloudy over the years. I only use them about three times a year and then wash them in the dishwasher. I have tried different brands of soap but no avail. — . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

The inspiring gardens of the Loire Valley

I love beautiful gardens. Down to my core. Up until now, I have never, ever wanted to be a gardener. Ever. But I just got knocked out by the most amazing gardens in the French countryside and now, the flame . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24

The Vantage point

Finishes and floor plan truly striking in two-storey show home

It’s something that home designers acknowledge when they begin to conceive a new home design: they’re not going to reinvent the wheel. That said, designers can implement some novel design tweaks here and there to give a home a different feel, . . .

Posted: 2017-06-24