Peonies perfect for Prairies

Easy to grow and drought tolerant, woody-stemmed flowering shrub variety can withstand extremes

Warmer winters and hotter summers are compelling gardeners to look at ways to create more resilient landscapes. Is there a gardener right now who isn’t wondering about the cumulative effects of the successive freeze-thaw cycles we are experiencing? In . . .

Posted: 2023-12-16

Space and style

Mid-sized, two-storey home goes big with astute layout facilitating abundant light

If there’s any one factor that plays a key role in a family’s decision to purchase a home, it’s how a home feels the first time they step inside it. Should the first impression be favourable, there’s a good chance . . .

Posted: 2023-12-16

Riverside cosiness and comfort

Solid ’50s bungalow is all about beautiful setting, picturesque views

It isn’t often you feel like you’re out at the lake when you’re less than a minute from a main thoroughfare, but that’s the feeling you get when you arrive at 32 Riverside Dr. Tucked away on the south side . . .

Posted: 2023-12-16

Show’s the right place for renovation inspiration

Home renovations are a big part of our lifestyle in Manitoba. Historically Manitobans spend more per capita on home renovations than residents of any other province, and Manitobans consistently put out more on renovations than on new home construction. . . .

Posted: 2023-12-09

Greys are here to stay

Subtle tone has become all the rage for home remodelling projects

Shortly after starting a bathroom remodel while reviewing the colour and style choices made by the homeowners, it dawned on me that most clients seem to have similar tastes lately. A quick review of my photo diary confirmed what . . .

Posted: 2023-12-09

Special, surprising and useful, too

There’s a bounty of meaningful gifts out there for the garden and nature lovers in your life this holiday season

Not everyone has everything they need and some who do would love to be surprised. Here are some gift ideas that will inspire the nature lovers and gardeners (budding or experienced) on your gift list. Seed packets Give the gift of . . .

Posted: 2023-12-09

Slim, stylish digs

Canny planning means slender silhouette doesn’t restrict two-storey’s features or livability

These days, home builders are routinely building 2, 000-plus square foot homes on lots that aren’t nearly as wide as they used to be. In this instance, A & S Homes built the Devanshi II — a spacious, two-storey home . . .

Posted: 2023-12-09

Transcending era

South Pointe two-story home certainly not stuck in the past

Walk into any home, and you can almost immediately tell what era it was built in. For example, homes built in the early 1900s feature classic centre hall floor plans, while homes built in the 1960s are often characterized by . . .

Posted: 2023-12-09

SOLD — A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg SOLD: La Salle ADDRESS: 21 Fourth Ave. ASKING PRICE: $599, 900 SOLD PRICE: $575, 000 TAXES: $4, 040.52 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 829 BEDROOMS: 4 BATHROOMS: 3 LOT SIZE: 70-ft. frontage LISTING AGENT: Jennifer Queen, Re/Max Professionals, 204-477-0500 SELLING AGENT: . . .

Posted: 2023-12-02

On the level

Not all projects are glamorous, but they gotta be done

Throughout my years as a columnist many projects have been featured. Although the subjects have been somewhat mundane at times, the accompanying photos bring it all together and hopefully give the reader some deeper insight into the project. Completion . . .

Posted: 2023-12-02