RENOVATIONS: Victorian gem

Teulon treasure pays homage to grander times

This intriguing story concerns a century-old home in Teulon purchased by a former resident who is now restoring the Victorian manor to its original splendour. Built in 1906 by Frederick Green and his wife Katherine, the three-storey home is situated on . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

GARDENING: And the winners are...

Exciting award-winning blooms for your 2014 garden

Before a plant receives a gardener's stamp of approval, it must meet rigorous standards. Plant survival is uppermost and from a prairie gardener's perspective, that can mean withstanding record-setting low temperatures in winter or lengthy periods of unrelenting drought in . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

Bring gorgeous Caribbean to your bedroom

The beginning of the year is filled with fresh hopes and resolutions. But I think most of us, as we pack away all the holiday ribbons and lights, long for a bit of a breather before embarking on exciting new . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

MIKE HOLMES: A room where baby can sleep safely

Spring is the high season for babies, so a lot of parents are starting to prepare the baby's room now. We usually remember the regular stuff, like covering electrical outlets and installing safety gates around the house. But here are . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

Flexible features

Affordability obtained with basic finishes

Many young couples looking at the prices of show homes in desirable communities come away feeling deflated. That's because the show home price is just too rich for their blood. Derek MacDonald, marketing manager for Qualico, said that isn't necessarily the . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

Modern classic

Wellington Crescent condo dazzles

For countless years, Wellington Crescent has been a haven for those with the financial wherewithal to own a high-end condominium. However, if potential buyers have had one objection about buying in the area, it would be many of the available units . . .

Posted: 2014-01-25

Lighting key to basement reno

Dear Debbie: The kids are grown now and we are renovating our basement room to suit our lifestyle. The toys, beanbag chairs and table hockey have been cleared out. We'd even like the TV to be hidden. Have you any . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

Mud & suds

Organizing utility rooms

Today's generation is transforming our homes into personal spaces where we regularly indulge in experiences for which we, at one time, went outside the house.Along with this transformation comes the demand that each space performs its function the best way . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

CONNIE OLIVER: Recycle with a purpose

Unused books make a great shelf

Finding unique items for the décor can be difficult. You may luck out and happen upon a cool salvage find at a yard sale or perhaps a cool retro dining table at an antique store but these treasures are few . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

A modern barn-raising

Winnipeg Beach resident resuscitates an icon

22Originally constructed as a cottage known as The Barn in 1910, the dilapidated building was purchased by Watson in 1999 because it "had a good feel to it. I felt it needed to be saved."A little daunted by the task . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18