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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
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Predator plants
Carnivorous flora fascinating and beneficial, too
There’s a fascination with plants that eat bugs. “Normally we don’t see that in our day-to-day life, ” says Andrew Gierys, a self-described carnivorous plant addict. His first encounter with such plants was at age 7 when his family visited . . .
Posted: 2024-10-26
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Proper exhaust an absolute must
The introduction of a basement bathroom always presents a few challenges. If the rough plumb for the sink, toilet, tub and/or shower is already present within the concrete floor, most of the cumbersome hurdles simply vanish. However, another aspect . . .
Posted: 2024-10-26
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All about the details
Luxury and livability abound in Oak Bluff two-storey
No matter what neighbourhood you might be wandering through, it seems there’s always one home that speaks to you. Paradigm Custom Homes’ new show home at 6 Morgan Lane in Oak Bluff West is one of those abodes. With its warm, . . .
Posted: 2024-10-26
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Riverside gem
One-of-a-kind St. Vital mansion nestled into private, park-like refuge
Every day, there are instances when we pass by grandeur, unaware something special — whether it’s a view, a work of art or a structure — is so close you could almost touch it. That’s the case with a very . . .
Posted: 2024-10-26
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Rockin’ refuge
Stone artist curates a geological museum in his Altona-area garden
Todd Braun is a well-known stone artist whose work is found in many public places and private gardens in Manitoba. Perhaps you have visited Elemental Stone, his two-hectare property east of Altona, on one of the private tours he . . .
Posted: 2024-10-19
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Acing the space
Once a space has been fully renovated, the next challenge revolves around subjective instincts regarding how to populate the space. At the conclusion of my basement reno, the empty rec room began to take shape, with a little help from . . .
Posted: 2024-10-19