Updated and desirable in Deer Lodge

Large two story blends past with present

Walk down a street on any given day, and there’s always one home that piques your interest. That’s certainly the case with 212 Duffield St. As you look at it, you can’t help but feel it has a certain grandiosity to . . .

Posted: 2024-06-01

Discover the glee of grasses

Native and ornamental varieties offer transformative beauty

“Grasses bring a whole range of new aesthetic possibilities, ” says Nik Friesen-Hughes, landscape designer and owner of Dogwood Landscape Design. “Grasses are a great plant to tie things together. We all want to experiment, and our garden can be . . .

Posted: 2024-05-25

Big results in a small space

Tidying up a modest laundry room

The spatial layout challenges when designing a small laundry room require careful attention and strategic planning from the onset. In the early stages of my basement renovation, a portion of the intended space was reassigned to provide a walk-in . . .

Posted: 2024-05-25

Glendale Estates a perfect fit for Westwood

Bungalow and townhome condominiums set on former school grounds

Back in 1986, the Allard School at 130 Allard Ave. in Westwood was closed due to declining student enrolment. Over the years, it was home to the Winnipeg Police Academy, and then the Winnipeg Police Museum, which was moved in . . .

Posted: 2024-05-25

Beware of what’s below the surface

This is the time of year when Manitobans usually start tackling their lawn and garden projects. If your landscaping or yard project calls for some digging to be done in your yard, it’s important to make sure you know . . .

Posted: 2024-05-25

Relax and unwind in Riverview

Updated bungalow a tranquil treat

No matter how many neighbourhoods you pass through in the city, you never get to experience them all. A prime example is a little enclave of homes tucked away west of Osborne Street between Jubilee Avenue and Churchill Drive. Driving by, . . .

Posted: 2024-05-25

What the deck are you doing?

Deck building requires care and expertise

Planning a deck project can be overwhelming. Beyond the various decking materials, styles and colours available, the deck design possibilities itself are virtually limitless. In my experience, the best decks will cater to very specific purposes for each individual . . .

Posted: 2024-05-18

Trees, please

Expert tips on what to consider when buying and planting your new tree

Selecting a tree for your landscape is an important decision. In today’s column, Carla Antonation, an arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture and co-owner of Trilogy Tree Services, shares her advice and recommendations. “To start with, when selecting . . .

Posted: 2024-05-18

Manitoba renovators among best in nation

This past Thursday, the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association hosted its annual RenoMark Renovation of the Year Awards. These annual awards recognize the best of the best renovation projects undertaken in Manitoba over the past year. This year’s entries were featured . . .

Posted: 2024-05-18

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