Percussion perfection

Custom shelving display showcases, stores drums

Every once and a while, a project comes along that really tweaks my interest. And in this case, it allowed two worlds to collide, so to speak (combining my passions for music and renovating). A colleague in the music industry . . .

Posted: 2024-01-13

Standing tall in Prairie Pointe

Spacious two-storey blends fashion and function

One of the biggest must haves for parents of young children is a primary bedroom that gives them space to relax in total peace after a long, demanding day. Cindi Burak, sales and marketing manager for Signature Homes, says the . . .

Posted: 2024-01-13

Solid and affordable in Charleswood

Large bi-level perfect for growing family

Over the past year or two, the home buying landscape has changed significantly. As interest rates have increased, more buyers — having to deal not only with the higher interest rates, but the federal government’s stringent stress test, as well . . .

Posted: 2024-01-13

Subfloor a sensible solution

Panels with air gap technology a game changer

The thought of tackling an unfinished basement is exciting and can add much needed space to a bustling household. However, basements in most older homes were built without a crawl space below, which essentially means the basement floor is . . .

Posted: 2024-01-06

Winnipeg Renovation Show in town next weekend

The MHBA’s Ask A Renovator booth is a signature feature of next weekend’s 2024 Winnipeg Renovation Show, taking place at the RBC Convention Centre from January 12 to 14. The Ask a Renovator booth is staffed by professional Manitoba Home . . .

Posted: 2024-01-06

Bold and beautiful in Bison Run

Spectacular two-storey loaded with style and function

It goes without saying that every custom home builder can design a home that’s filled with wow factor. That being the case, it’s subtle design touches that often tip the scale in terms of which home a buyer chooses. A very . . .

Posted: 2024-01-06

Space to spare in North Meadows

Large two-storey loaded with style

There are times when king-sized families need a large home to meet their needs. A 2, 380 square-foot, two-storey home at 73 Santa Fe Dr. in North Meadows delivers the space and utility that large families need to live their . . .

Posted: 2024-01-06

Drilling is not always thrilling

Making holes in tile can be a tricky task

Installing tile in a bathroom tub or shower stall always presents a series of challenges. Once the layout is chosen and the tiling begins, constant vigilance is required to ensure the tile maintains level and plumb, and often existing . . .

Posted: 2023-12-30

The best high demand plants in 2023 (besides Hydrangea)

A sneak peek at new plants for 2024

What did people buy at garden centres in 2023 and what plants will people love in 2024? Those are burning questions for garden writers and gardeners. We already know that hydrangeas are wildly popular. But what else piques our . . .

Posted: 2023-12-30

Big and bold in Prairie Pointe

Large two-storey ready for a growing family

When you step into the foyer of 18 Firestone Drive — Ventura Custom Homes’ king-sized show home in Prairie Pointe – you immediately feel the urge to head upstairs. And that you do, as an artfully designed staircase, with its . . .

Posted: 2023-12-30