Realtor recognized for exceptional service

Nearly 33 years ago, Al Shrupka was at a career crossroads. After selling his shares in a sales and marketing agency he co-owned, the lifelong entrepreneur was looking for another venture to get involved in but wasn’t sure in what . . .

Posted: 2023-03-25

Loans and grants available for home renovations

Making our homes more energy efficient has been a major focus for homeowners and for all levels of government over the past year. Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA) is launching a new website that provides homeowners with a one-stop-shop . . .

Posted: 2023-03-25

Warm and welcoming in RidgeWood West

Large bungalow features stylish, elegant design

Over the past 15 years or so, main living areas in new homes have become increasingly open concept in their design. That open concept design is usually accompanied by large, well-placed windows that surround the wide-open space, allowing tons of . . .

Posted: 2023-03-25

Country charm meets city convenience

Loaded raised bungalow located minutes from Deacon’s Corner

When you think about living outside the city, two things come to mind. First, the thought that you’re going to be a long way from key amenities such as shopping, services, and restaurants. Second, the perception that so-called country homes, while . . .

Posted: 2023-03-25

Still time to check out Spring Parade of Homes

While the 2023 Spring Parade of Homes officially concludes tomorrow at 5:00 pm, your chance to visit Manitoba’s newest show homes won’t end on Sunday afternoon. Most show homes that have been part of the Parade will remain open . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18

Fighting for its survival

125-year-old Manitoba Horticultural Association wants to get change right

On March 25, the Manitoba Horticultural Association’s 125th annual general meeting will be unlike any other in its storied past. With over a century of impact on horticulture and gardening, the MHA must now push forward in a new . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18

Asbestos always a concern when removing old flooring

Question: Our house was built in 1984 in Charleswood. The laundry room has what appears to be original sheet linoleum that is lifting, damaged, and just plain ugly. We’d like to remove it but are unsure if it contains . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18

Small solution for tall trouble

Painting stairs has never been easier with this handy tool

Jobsite tasks can sometimes present challenges that require out-of-the-box thinking, especially when negotiating tight or cramped spaces, as well as unusual heights. For instance, crawling under a cottage to run new plumbing is tantamount to contortionist training, using the . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18

Have it all in West St. Paul

Large two-storey a hit in Spring Parade of Homes

One of the biggest dangers associated with larger homes is that they can feel cold and disjointed if the design isn’t spot-on. Consequently, when Signature Homes’ design team went about designing their 2023 Spring Parade of Homes show home at . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18

Large and livable in Linden Woods

Updated home checks off all the boxes

Thirty years ago, the field of home design was in a state of flux. Realizing that traditionally designed homes lacked navigability and light flow, builders began to open up homes to make them more habitable. Then, as the ’90s transitioned in . . .

Posted: 2023-03-18