Versatility and value in Canterbury Crossing

Large two-storey design efficient and exceptional

There are four things that make the Oakridge — Kensington Homes’ new show home at 466 Desrosiers Dr. in Canterbury Crossing — unique, says new homes sales consultant Lilita Klavins. “First and foremost, this a home that’s been certified energy . . .

Posted: 2024-05-18

All angles covered in South St. Vital

Remodelled mid-century modern masterpiece dazzles

Although renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright — the father of mid-century modern home design — died in 1959, you’d swear he paid a visit to 830 Paul Boulevard in South St. Vital. However, with a build date of 1977, the . . .

Posted: 2024-05-18

Kickstart your soil for a healthier planet

Wastenot Farms’ nutrient-dense worm manure locks in carbon

Jocelyn Molyneux hit a pivotal point early on in her career and knew she wanted to do things differently during the brief time she worked for a large waste management company in downtown Toronto. It was 2011 and she . . .

Posted: 2024-05-11

Expect the unexpected

Renos can often reveal surprises

Expecting the unexpected is a simplistic saying that embodies any major renovation. During the demolition of a kitchen space in preparation for the introduction of a second window to create symmetry on either side of the new stove location . . .

Posted: 2024-05-11

Sage Creek townhomes spacious and striking

Classy condos offer all the features of single-family homes

When people think of townhome condominiums, they often tend to think of them as scaled down versions of single-family homes. In their mind, a townhome unit will fall short of a single-family home in one of three areas: space, livability . . .

Posted: 2024-05-11

Better than new in Grande Pointe Meadows

Large bungalow stylish and spotless

At one time or another, almost everyone has dreamed of what it would be like to live in a new home in a quiet community just outside city limits. After all, the benefits of living just a stone’s throw from . . .

Posted: 2024-05-11

Definition of custom work leads to impasse

Made to order jobs always multi-faceted

A while back the neighbour of homeowners a huge multi-tiered deck was being built for inquired as to whether my creative prowess went beyond exterior construction. Upon further discussion, it became evident the young couple was interested in renovating their . . .

Posted: 2024-05-04

Visionary Gardens ready to grow and show

Reserve your front-row seat for Season 2 of this ultimate garden tour on Vision TV

The second season of Visionary Gardeners airs on VisionTV over five Monday nights beginning Monday, May 6, at 
8 p.m. CT. This extraordinary documentary series from filmmakers Ian Toews and Mark Bradley of Victoria, B.C.-based 291 Film Co. is . . .

Posted: 2024-05-04

Safety always comes first on construction sites

Spring weather has finally taken hold in Manitoba, which means people will be enjoying more outdoor activities. This also means that construction activity is about to become busier. While we usually equate construction season in Manitoba with road construction, . . .

Posted: 2024-05-04

Function and style converge in Bison Run

Large two-storey offers ample space for growing family

There’s little question that for large families, the size of the home they live in matters in a big way. Consequently, when the design team at Irwin Homes was assigned the task of building the ultimate family-friendly luxury home, they . . .

Posted: 2024-05-04