Rarified atmosphere

Homes in St. Norbert neighbourhood don't come up for sale often

For some unknown reason, certain neighbourhoods seem to fly under the radar. One such neighbourhood can be found in St. Norbert off Cloutier Drive in an alluring enclave of homes tucked away neatly on Stormont Drive. A tranquil area featuring oversized lots . . .

Posted: 2015-06-06

Maximum visual impact the goal when planning garden

There are many factors that influence our plant selections when we visit greenhouses in the spring. Some of these include rational choices based on thoughtful assessment of our garden space or an inventory of containers waiting to be filled. But how . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Butcher block cleaning tips

QUESTION -- Is using vegetable oil on new butcher block a good idea? Or do I need to pick up some mineral oil or something like that? Thanks. Anna, WinnipegANSWER -- For everyday cleaning, wipe butcher block with dish soap . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Manitoba home starts expected to stay steady

According to a recent Housing Market Outlook report by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the three Prairie provinces will combine for a marked decline in starts in 2015 and 2016.However, one of the provinces (Manitoba) and one of the . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Reader feedback on fencing options

I received feedback recently from readers concerning my fence column of May 9. One gentleman wanted to know why I hadn't included PVC or polymer fences in the article. Another said the information I provided on chain-link fences was out . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Bed headboards for a unique space

I received an email from a reader about my column that ran May 16 entitled Unique ideas for unusual spaces. The column was about finding solutions for decorating atypical rooms such as an attic bedroom with angled walls.One suggestion I . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Keep sump pump hose safely above ground

Question:I was reading an old Free Press article about sump pumps online and saw your contact information. My husband and I just built our first home and haven't landscaped yet, but are doing so beginning of June. Our neighbour, who's . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

Sold May 30

CrescentwoodADDRESS: 564 Mulvey St.ASKING PRICE: $199, 900SOLD PRICE: $187, 500TAXES: $2, 170.02SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 130BEDROOMS: 1BATHROOMS: 2LOT SIZE: 25 x 92SELLING AGENT: Steve Mackenzie, Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate, 204-989-5000Wellington Crescent/CrescentwoodADDRESS: 504-323 Wellington Cres.ASKING PRICE: $289, 900SOLD PRICE: $285, 000TAXES: . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

'Hybrid' project offers hassle-free housing

When Karma Development Corporation bought a five-acre plot of land in South Pointe, its brain trust -- Marc Kipnes and Myles Kraut -- decided to do something different with it.Instead of embarking on a high-density, apartment-style condominium project, they decided . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30

All in the family

Amber Trails home perfect for multi-generation living

At first glance, the foyer of 60 Dana Cres. -- a.k.a. the Corsica -- seems straightforward.With a formal dining room/den to its right and a handy two-piece bathroom to its left, it gets the 2, 296-square-foot, two-storey home off to . . .

Posted: 2015-05-30