Some like it hot

That's why the kitchen is where the party is

There is a wall plaque often found in kitchens that sums up holiday get-togethers best: "No matter where I serve my guests, it seems they like my kitchen best." No matter what novel strategies hosts come up with to discourage this . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

CONNIE OLIVER: Choosing colours with success

Choosing colours for your home is one of the tougher decisions to make. I think it's partly because we have so many paint colour options. There are literally millions of colour combinations to choose from, which can be a little . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

MIKE HOLMES: Brick windowsills invite moisture trouble

I understand the appeal of a traditional brick home. For a lot of people, it's a classic look they appreciate and want to have in their new homes. But people should understand that a "brick" house isn't solid brick; it isn't . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Patio door's sliding action an open invitation to frost

Don't let installer blame problem on humidity in home

QUESTION: I was hoping that you might be able to offer an opinion on a frost problem that has cropped up. I believe the attached photos will help you see what I am referring to. This patio door, which is a . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

SOLUTIONS: There's no need to cry over spilled wine

QUESTION: I wasn’t thrilled when I received the news my family would once again be visiting for the holidays; well, everything went better than expected with one small exception. My niece set her wine glass down on my brand new . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

SOLD & OFFERED - Dec. 26-09

SOLD St. Vital Address: 170 Sadler Ave Asking Price: $144, 900 Sold Price: $154, 000 Taxes: $2, 171.81 Square Footage: 1, 025 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 55 x 223 Listing Agent: Kerry Enns, Royal Lepage Prime, 989-7900 Elmwood Address: 813 Harbison Ave E Asking Price: $167, 900 Sold Price: $170, 000 Taxes: $1, . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

'A fully loaded home'

Admirably ambitious focus achieved

On rare occasions, a new home design will make you stand up and take notice the moment you walk in the foyer. One such home is 55 Wood Sage Crescent, one of Artista Homes' newest show homes in Sage Creek. After . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

100 years young

Vintage Scotia Heights home has a modern layout that belies its age

Visualize a 100-year-old home, and the images that cross your mind's eye tend to be of the dog-eared variety. While those images might -- in most cases -- be relatively accurate, there are sometimes exceptions to the norm. A modest-looking one-and-a-half . . .

Posted: 2009-12-26

Extreme Makeover: Home & Restaruant Edition

Osborne-area restaurant reno a great collaboration

WHEN Carolina Konrad and Adam Donnelly were on their way back to Winnipeg from a two-year working holiday visa in England, they weren't quite sure where they'd live or where they'd even work for that matter. While in England, Adam worked . . .

Posted: 2009-12-19

Deck the halls... and the rest of the house

Festive decor should go beyond the tree

Decorating for the holidays is much more than decking the halls with boughs of holly. While a fully trimmed Christmas tree will be the centre of attention, here are a few ideas from designers for homeowners to decorate and brighten . . .

Posted: 2009-12-19