Heavy Metal

Headingley home keeps it real with an industrial-chic landscape style

Exposed ceiling beams. Brick walls. Concrete. Wood and metal. All of these components are part of the signature look of industrial-style interior design. The authentic appeal of industrial details, for example, is part of the attraction for urbanites living in . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Rejuvenating vintage pieces all in a day's work

PITTSBURGH — If it’s abandoned, discarded or on the auction block, artist Beth Salak wants it. She rescues furniture and breathes new life into it."Sanding is the most important part, " says Salak, the owner of Vintage 73, a new . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Simple tips to liven up your lavatory

Guest bathrooms are often an integral part of the home, typically the one and only bathroom seen and used by guests. In styling or laying out a guest bathroom, there are some basic dos and don’ts to help ensure a . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Embracing the power of lemon milk

Question: I am baking a cheesecake for Christmas this year, the recipe calls for mascarpone cheese. Can you tell me what that is please? AliceAnswer: Mascarpone is an Italian cheese, made from fresh cream and citric or tartaric acid. If . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Tips on how to give your family and friends a memorable and comfortable experience when they come for a visit

Hosting houseguests can be a challenge under the best of circumstances. Having a well-designed, private space for them is a huge help, but many homeowners don’t have a dedicated room just for that."Realistically, most people don’t have guests every week, . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Much ado about home inspector licensing

Question: Have there been any recent changes to the status of home inspectors in Manitoba? Is licensing of home inspectors on the near horizon for our province?Answer: Over the years, I have periodically updated readers on the ongoing saga of the self-regulated . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Fall Parade of Homes has something for everyone

The 2016 Fall Parade of Homes officially opens at noon today and runs through Sunday, Oct. 2. This year, the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association (MHBA) is proud to present 134 new homes on display for everyone to enjoy. Once again, . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Designer's dream

Gino's Homes dedicated to unique and memorable spaces

It’s an insidious, virus-like condition that can afflict new home builders if they let their guard down. That affliction? None other than Same Old Syndrome, or S.O.S., which is characterized by a tendency for — over time — home designs . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Rare find at the right price

Bungalow boasts secluded spot and beautiful bedroom views

From the outside, it’s a home that possesses a look that makes you want to take a peek inside. In the case of 4 Dounreay Bay, it’s a tidy, well-kept look — you know, smart stuccoed exterior with newer windows, . . .

Posted: 2016-09-10

Bringing distinctive design and superb service to Manitoba

Edmonton-based Daytona Homes Master Builder has been building award-winning homes in Alberta and Saskatchewan since 1993.Now, it’s bringing affordable and intuitively-designed homes to Manitoba starting in Bonavista, in Winnipeg’s southeast, and the Gateway at Devonshire Village in the northeast. The . . .

Posted: 2016-09-09