From old to bold

Oak Street update fast-forwards look 60 years

The renovated 1950s bungalow on Oak Street has evolved into a stunning, transitional design with all the amenities of a modern home. It began in the fall of 2012 when Tony Teunis of All Canadian Renovations was hired by Diana to . . .

Posted: 2013-10-26

'Honest' renovators playing by the rules

Program provides consumers 'peace of mind'

As daunting tasks go, hiring someone to renovate your home must certainly rank near the top of the list. After all, most of us have seen shows on HGTV depicting renovations that have gone wrong. Or -- perish the thought -- . . .

Posted: 2013-10-26

Builders celebrate excellence at MHBA gala

More than 700 people attended the Manitoba Home Builders Association's annual Fall Parade of Homes Gala at the RBC Winnipeg Convention Centre. Popular emcee Joe Aiello kept the evening lively with his humour and enthusiasm, handling the long lineup of awards . . .

Posted: 2013-10-26

Different by design

South Pointe show home did not come out of the cookie-cutter

If builders aren't careful, an annoying problem can work itself into their new-home designs: They become a formula. There's the obligatory kitchen island, the overtly open-concept great room, the flashy foyer that provides an expansive view of the great room -- . . .

Posted: 2013-10-26

Condo in disguise

Linden Woods unit dead ringer for single-family home

It's rare, but there are times when it's difficult to distinguish a condominium from a single-family home. That's the case with 18-460 Lindenwood Dr. West. If you hadn't passed the sign that signifies it's part of a condominium community -- in . . .

Posted: 2013-10-26

Pumpkin PICKIN'

Try growing fall favourite vertically if space is limited

Picking the right pumpkin has become almost as important as picking the right Christmas tree. There are countless varieties to choose from, and they come in a surprising range of sizes and colours including orange, white, pink, red and blue.Cut . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19

Pick your palette

Paints for 2014 mixed for any of your decor desires

They may call it mellow yellow, but it will liven up homes in 2014. That's because mellow yellow is the hottest colour for next year, expected to take the spotlight in all areas of interior decor, says leading Canadian paint . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19

Wipe sink with oil to remove stains, restore factory colour

QUESTION: We have a seven-year-old Sil Granite sink. Its colour has really faded. Before, it was a very matte black, but now it is a very faded black with white smear streaks. We used a colour-enhancer product provided when I . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19

Try glass partition for adjoining bed and bath

Dear Debbie: We are renovating our master bath and want it designed to be partially open to the bedroom. Do the bed and bath colours and decorating have to match? Thanks, I love getting a sneak peek into the hotels . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19

Choose the right builder for a log home that lasts

W hen most people think log house they think cottage. But for some people, a log house is their ultimate dream home -- and they might be determined to make it a reality.I love log houses -- their look, . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19