Lavishly livable

Solid and stylish, Sage Creek home crafted with young families in mind

Building a new home properly involves far more than endowing it with a“wow” factor, both outside and inside. Simply put, quality must be the main theme from start to finish. That’s the approach the design team at Paradigm Custom Homes takes . . .

Posted: 2025-12-27

Resplendently remodelled

River Heights two-storey smartly melds contemporary and classic

Once upon a time, a one-and-a-half storey home was built in 1927 on a choice 50-by-120-foot lot at 1493 Wellington Cres. Then, some 85 years later, in 2012, its owner decided to give the home a dramatic facelift both outside . . .

Posted: 2025-12-27

Get inspired, informed at the renovation show

The 2026 Winnipeg Renovation Show is only a few weeks away. The show traditionally kicks off the new year for home renovations. Manitoba Home Builders’ Association renovator members are excited to once again be part of the Renovation Show, which . . .

Posted: 2025-12-20

Baffling basement biffies

Adaptability is key for such renovation projects

I’m not often surprised anymore by what I’ll encounter when asked to update a basement bathroom. However, a recent flooring upgrade did catch me off-guard slightly. Basement bathrooms present hurdles because their layouts are usually predetermined by the rough plumbing . . .

Posted: 2025-12-20

Creative touches set mood

Sage Creek two-storey is both luxurious and livable, by design

It can take a deft touch to balance creativity and practicality when it comes to home design. That’s why it’s so important for a home builder to think critically about how to infuse a residence with creative design touches without . . .

Posted: 2025-12-20

Solid affordability

Well-cared-for Transcona bungalow a great family starter home

Young families with a modest home-buying budget have never struggled so hard to find a solid, affordable starter house. It’s easy to see why. These days, starter homes in the $250, 000-$300, 000 price range — whether they need work . . .

Posted: 2025-12-20

Open the door on a new look

But make sure not to overlook the jambs

Sometimes a main-floor update can be as simple as a fresh coat of paint on the walls. Other times, it may take a little more effort to create the desired look. An interior door upgrade can often change an . . .

Posted: 2025-12-13

Green-thumb gifts

Great ideas for the gardeners on your list

The thing about gardening is that it is a constant year-round pursuit. Always, the garden beckons. A gardener could be standing in the middle of a polar vortex and still be dreaming about a plant they want to try . . .

Posted: 2025-12-13

Family-friendly flair

Smartly designed two-storey crafted to maximize functionality

Ideally, a new home’s design should be distinctive both outside and inside. And while both qualities are important, it’s a home’s exterior that — for better or worse — sets the tone. Get it right, and the home will catch the . . .

Posted: 2025-12-13

Warm and welcoming

Smartly updated bungalow condo modern and move-in ready

When a home is 25 years old, it’s neither old nor young in terms of its design and relative age. That said, there’s a chance it could reflect the era in which it was built. Which is to say it . . .

Posted: 2025-12-13