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Sprucing up an old deck
When the homeowners have grown accustomed to, and have no desire to change the size or design of an existing deck that has begun to show signs of wear and tear, the easiest and most cost-effective solution involves replacing . . .
Posted: 2024-08-17
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Headingley home has charm
Show home takes advantage of larger lot
One of the best things about building a home outside the city is that larger lots allow builders to build homes that couldn’t be built on smaller city lots. A prime example is Gino’s Homes’ new show home at 2 . . .
Posted: 2024-08-17
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Stately Wolseley home is a cut above
Elaborate construction, finishes give stately residence a touch of grandeur
Walk down any street in the city, and there always seems to be one home that commands your attention. A stately two-and-a-half storey home at 150 Canora St. in Wolseley is one of those homes, says Eric Neumann of Real . . .
Posted: 2024-08-17
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Fall Parade of Homes set to SHINE
The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Parade of Homes is the signature showcase event for Manitoba’s residential construction industry, providing Manitobans interested in building their new dream home an opportunity and experience unlike any other available in Canada. Even with the . . .
Posted: 2024-08-10
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U of M courtyard receives prestigious award
New garden project cultivates unexpected beauty, learning, and craftsmanship
“Making a garden means nothing more than to start a dialogue with the land and the living beings on it, ” says Dietmar Straub. “It involves making the garden speak to tell stories.” Straub is a professional landscape architect and . . .
Posted: 2024-08-10
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Delayed request for privacy
Overcoming hurdles sometimes part of process
The intention at a recent deck build was to include privacy walls on either side of the deck. However, an unexpected aspect of the chosen composite decking would prevent its use as panels for the privacy walls. As such, . . .
Posted: 2024-08-10
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Classy design captivates in St. Adolphe
Large two-storey loaded with thoughtful, stylish features
As much as those looking for a new home would prefer to reside in one of the city’s trendy neighbourhoods, that preference can come at a cost. These days, a brand-new 1, 700 to 2, 000 sq. ft. home in . . .
Posted: 2024-08-10
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Rustic and ready in Springfield
Enjoy a simpler life in this affordable rural hideaway
Todd Lewys As time-challenged city dwellers, there are times when we all wish that we could live a simpler, more stripped-down life. Val Miller says she just listed a home in the RM of Springfield that would make that dream a . . .
Posted: 2024-08-10
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Location, location… no thanks; vacant, derelict properties slam brakes on nearby home sales
For almost a year, Ed Artola tried to sell his one-storey rental bungalow in the 500-block of Atlantic Avenue before finally giving up. He didn’t receive a single offer, and he’s blaming a vacant home next door. “There are reports of . . .
Posted: 2024-08-07
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One piece at a time
Leftover materials artfully assembled
One of the aspects of renovations I relish most is the ability to recycle materials whenever the scenario presents itself. Whether using old, treated lumber to brace areas of a new deck build, or adapting old light fixtures in . . .
Posted: 2024-08-03