Dreaming in 3-D

The next generation in landscape design

The decision to create the outdoor space of your dreams is one of life’s big moments. The completed project, if it accomplishes or exceeds your goals and expectations, has the potential to impact your daily life in many ways.Are your . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Soften cold butter with a rolling pin

Question: I can’t tell you how often I forget to remove butter from the fridge and find myself in a pickle because a recipe calls for softened butter. Normally I melt the butter in the oven or microwave and it . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Small tax increases have big impact on housing industry

Last week, the Newfoundland provincial government announced a two per cent increase in its harmonized sales tax (HST) as part of its budget. The HST is a harmonized sales tax that combines the PST and the GST. Most of Eastern . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Heat-recovery ventilator integral to home comfort

Question: I just had my basement done into a lovely living space. I have a forced-air electric furnace and heat-recovery ventilator (HRV). I was told, when the HVAC guy was here, to shut the HRV off during the summer months. . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Create a decor that will get them talking

Decorating can cast a huge influence on the family dynamic.We know, for example, certain colours and natural light can play a positive role on the mood of people in the home and we use this knowledge to our advantage.Did you . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Keep insects at bay to protect trees and fruit

Insects are known to appear in yearly cycles on all infested stone fruits. Plum curculio damage has been increasingly common in the recent past, but this insect can also make apples, cherries and apricots completely inedible. These insects, called weevils, . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Room to grow

Bridgwater Trails two-storey loaded with space, value and quality

In roughly 30 years as a real estate agent, Jeff McArthur has seen a lot of homes. More recently — in his capacity as lead sales representative for Signature Homes — he’s not only sold many homes to customers, but . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Sold & offered

SOLD: Westwood ADDRESS: 38-361 Westwood Dr.ASKING PRICE: $269, 900SOLD PRICE: $260, 000TAXES: $3, 232.19SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 940BEDROOMS: 3BATHROOMS: 2.5LOT SIZE: CondominiumSELLING AGENT: Jennifer Gulay, Royal Lepage Alliance, 204-885-5500 38-361 Westwood Drive.  SOLD: Canterbury Park ADDRESS: 8 John Duncan Dr.ASKING PRICE: $344, 900SOLD PRICE: $342, . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Classic character

Updated Wolseley home loaded with charm

It’s something you don’t often see in Wolseley: a turn-of-the-century home with a driveway out front. That rare feature is due to the home’s unique positioning, said Eric Neumann of Realty Executives First Choice."The home actually intersects with another street, . . .

Posted: 2016-04-30

Living on nature's edge

When you’re living on the edge of nature, it’s like a breath of fresh air amid the hustle and bustle of urban life.You can breathe easy as you enjoy the great outdoors within Winnipeg’s city limits — and in some . . .

Posted: 2016-04-26