Master DESIGN

Surprising feature boosts home's livability

The moment you walk in to the master suite at 32 Casselman Cres., you notice something is different.The design team at Paradigm Custom Homes chose to take a new angle on the bedroom's design."We wanted to do something different, so . . .

Posted: 2013-10-05

A world of your own

Country home has space to spare

It's a given all of us are complex creatures.00Well, if you're into technology, love the wide-open spaces and are mechanically inclined, 1141 Two Mile Rd. might well be the home for you, said Royal LePage Top Producers' Glen MacAngus."This home . . .

Posted: 2013-10-05

Get your lilies down

Fall the best time to plant bulbs

The garden is almost done for the year and just when you thought you were safe and have finally planted all of the potted plants that have been languishing all summer on your driveway or patio, along comes fall and . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Let a jeweller clean your precious heirloom

QUESTION: I read your column regularly and find it very helpful. I have found an old silver locket that belonged to my mother and it is very tarnished. What is the best way to clean it? I would like to . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Easy, quick decor spruce-ups

Sometimes you're in the mood to make a change to your decor but not necessarily in the mood for a long-term commitment to a project. The following easy weekend projects might be just what the decorating doctor ordered.PaintAs you'll note . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Lighten the mood with crackle paint

Dear Debbie: I have a large mahogany buffet and dining room table that were my grandparents'. The style is a little outdated for my taste. Can I paint these pieces without having them stripped? Also the backs of the chairs . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Cat, owner happy with home's new look

At 60, a house keeps the best of the old as it makes a transition

Taz the cat is preparing to move into his Oak Street reno by selecting the purr-fect spot for his new litter box and feed bowl while his owner scours the city for transitional furniture to span a 60-year gap between . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Fall Parade of Homes drawing large crowds

The comfortable weather of the past two weeks has brought thousands of visiotrs to the Fall Parade of Homes. On the second weekend, sales agents reported that individuals were lined up outside the door in anticipation of visiting their home. . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Sold & Offered: Sept 28-13

  East Elmwood Address: 651 Manhattan Ave. Sold Price: $193, 500 Asking Price: $199, 900 Taxes: $2, 128.90 Square Footage: 975 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 27 x 105 Listing Agent: Tony Panchhi, Re/Max Executives Realty, 204-987-9800   East Kildonan Address: 658 Consol Ave. Asking Price: $189, 900 Sold Price: $215, 000 Taxes: $2, 480.60 Square . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28

Innovation & style

Awesome lake view tops off new Huntington Homes show home

When you enter the kitchen at 192 Lake Bend Rd. -- Huntington Homes' latest show home in Bridgwater Forest -- nothing looks out of the ordinary. That is, until you get to the vertical lift (stainless steel and glass) European cabinets . . .

Posted: 2013-09-28