Ventura bungalow meets specifications

The Newport can be configured to fit homebuyer's lot, budget

ALTHOUGH it doesn't seem like much, the addition -- or subtraction -- of 100 square feet in a new home's design can make a big difference. A difference that not only translates into additional or less usable space, but can also . . .

Posted: 2010-11-06

Hidden gem

Character condos -- and not in the Exchange

Think of turn-of-the century condominiums, and the tendency (and rightly so) is to think of the city's historic Exchange District. With their exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, big windows and voluminous interiors, they personify urban chic with a historic twist thrown . . .

Posted: 2010-11-06

Getting a hue that's right for you

Designer tones down brights until they feel just right

When acclaimed interior designer Sarah Richardson decided to use her Toronto home as a canvas to showcase her new Para Paints colour palette, she expected a lot -- but never the tears. True, the rose and citrine hues she used to . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

CONNIE OLIVER: Use contrasts, play with light

A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll. I chose this particular photograph to review today for a few reasons. The minimalist kitchen is visually appealing and there are a number of reasons why. First and foremost is the focal . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

TREE CARE: Preparing coniferous evergreen trees and shrubs for winter

There are some important considerations to think about while preparing coniferous evergreen trees and shrubs for winter. Evergreen needles and leaves (in cedars, yews and junipers) are thick and often waxy to reduce water loss. Very small openings called stomata on . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

MIKE HOLMES: A clean filter makes a happy furnace

A dirty one will wear out parts faster, so change it often

I hate to break it to you, but summer's over. And if you haven't done so already, you'll have to do it soon: that act that signals the start of winter. You'll have to turn on your furnace. Sorry about . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Tankless water heater turns showers cold

QUESTION: When building our new cabin, which is off the grid, we tried to be as environmental as possible. We have a propane tank which runs our fridge, stove and a Bosch tankless water heater. The water comes from a . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

SOLUTIONS: A scrub, coffee grounds freshen cupboard

QUESTION: I hope that you can help. A loaf of bread was left in our bread cupboard and became very mouldy. I have not been able to get rid of the smell and cannot use the cupboard now because of . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

Bring back wife's smile

Dear Marc: I am writing to you for help in a delicate matter. My wife has cancer and she is finding the treatment very hard. She has always been tough and has a lot of pride, so she is doing her . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30

SOLD & OFFERED - Oct. 30-10

River Park South Address: 989 Aldgate Asking Price: $334, 900 Sold Price: $333, 000 Taxes: $4, 130.30 Square Footage: 1, 492 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 44 x 124 Listing Agent: Shawn Sommers, Century 21 Carrie.com, 987-2100 Transcona Address: 145 Bill Blaikie Bay Asking Price: $279, 900 Sold Price: $282, 000 Taxes: TBD Bedrooms: . . .

Posted: 2010-10-30