A man-cave is completed

As a contractor, an "anything-is-possible" attitude is beneficial when discussing a renovation project with a client.Although certain aspects of any project can sometimes prove to be more complicated and challenging than others, it is my belief that anything a client . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Cavalier builder may be right about hardwood

A newly installed deck could have caused squeaky floor

QUESTION: My question is about noisy hardwood floors. Our home was built in 2013. Throughout the winter we noticed the hardwood flooring by the patio door begin to squeak and make crackly noises.We asked the builder to come and take . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Considerations of the chair aware

Looking to add some seating to your abode? Here are some tips

I’ve found that the world is divided into two groups: sofa people and chair people. And since you most likely have both kinds of people in your life, you will need both kinds of seats in your home.Here are my . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Sold

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

Last week, the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association presented its annual Housing Forum at the Victoria Inn and Conference Centre. It was a very well attended event run over three days and the educational opportunities were plentiful.The opening keynote by Ron . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Let there be light

Subtle design features make a huge impact on this bright bungalow

There are times when a builder’s vision for a home comes quickly, and others where that vision takes time to develop.Arlt Homes’ Jason Arlt says he visualized the design for 42 Clear Spring Rd. immediately."The rear of the home faces . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Let there be light

Subtle design features make a huge impact on this bright bungalow

There are times when a builder’s vision for a home comes quickly, and others where that vision takes time to develop. Arlt Homes’ Jason Arlt says he visualized the design for 42 Clear Spring Rd. immediately. "The rear of the home faces . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Affordable luxury

Spacious bungalow offers elegance at affordable price

So you’ve done well in life and a spacious, luxurious home is now on your radar.Your prerequisites are specific: the home needs to be a bungalow, square footage must be around the 2, 000-square-feet mark, while the home must be . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Priciest home in America

'You're close to heaven, and you never want to leave,' says developer

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles is now home to the most expensive house for sale in America: a US$250-million mega-mansion.Just how lavish is the Bel-Air property, which hit the market Wednesday? It’s got four levels, 38, 000 square feet of . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Priciest home in America

'You're close to heaven, and you never want to leave,' says developer

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles is now home to the most expensive house for sale in America: a US$250-million mega-mansion. Just how lavish is the Bel-Air property, which hit the market Wednesday? It’s got four levels, 38, 000 square feet of . . .

Posted: 2017-01-21

Nothing is as sophisticated as black and white

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Design could be as simple as black and white this year. In a home, the look is dramatic, daring and timeless. Interior designer Dorothy Draper was known for her use of black and white as far . . .

Posted: 2017-01-14