Living large

Two-storey design maximizes living space

When it comes to homes, square footage can be deceptive. That’s because a larger home — due to an inefficient floor plan — can feel significantly less spacious than a smaller home that features a layout that maximizes every square . . .

Posted: 2016-03-05

Making Renovations Easier

Let’s be honest. While we all love seeing the results of our kitchen renovations, the process of getting there can often be frustrating and inconvenient. There are just so many variables to take into account when making your decisions. Not . . .

Posted: 2016-03-04

Between Here, There & Everywhere

Imagine this: living in a condominium community that’s as close to nature as it is to shopping and a host of other desirable amenities.Welcome to Oxbow of Tuxedo Point, where shopping and natural beauty – and unparalleled convenience – intersect . . .

Posted: 2016-03-04

Quality, Comfort & Design

In the ultra-competitive world of condominium developments, you don't win awards for no reason.Over the past number of years, The Oxbow on the Seine — a premium condominium development by Towers Realty Group — has won a number of Gold . . .

Posted: 2016-03-04

Use pillowcase to clean ceiling fan blades

Question: Please give me an easy solution for cleaning the dreaded ceiling fan blades in my home. T.J., MitchellAnswer: Clean your ceiling fan in less than 30 seconds. Dampen a pillowcase. Leaving the ceiling fan blades in place; slide one . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27

Art and soul

Home-based gallery a labour of love

It’s an idea that’s simple, yet powerful: an art gallery in a home. The seed for the concept was planted some 18 years ago, said Julie Walsh, owner of Soul Gallery at 163 Clare Ave. in Riverview."I started working in . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27

Highs and lows of tar and gravel roofing

Question: We own a home that was built in 1964. We love many aspects of the home, especially its unique design. It has a 2/12 pitch roof that has the original tar-and-gravel material. We feel like the time has come . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27

Freshly painted trim can provide a contemporary feel to your decor

When we paint, we usually focus on getting colour onto the wall and paint the trim in a shade of white. In our feature photo the opposite has been done, and it’s worth a closer look.The lovely open living space . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27

Warming up for the Spring Parade of Homes

The Spring Parade of Homes starts on Saturday, March 5 and runs through Saturday, March 26.This annual display of the best new homes of the season is the surest sign spring is just around the corner. Tens of thousands of . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27

Warming up for the Spring Parade of Homes

The Spring Parade of Homes starts on Saturday, March 5 and runs through Saturday, March 26.This annual display of the best new homes of the season is the surest sign spring is just around the corner. Tens of thousands of . . .

Posted: 2016-02-27