Very cherry, very grand

Old and new combine for pure luxury at 104 River Road

Set on almost an acre of land along the Red River in St. Vital, the house at 104 River Road is a mix of old and new that is nothing short of pure luxury. From the moment you walk through the . . .

Posted: 2009-03-29

Winnipeg housing market stands up to recession

As Winnipeggers, we're used to taking a beating from our fellow Canadians about where we live. Long, cold winters and mosquito-infested summers are just some of the things we are criticized for. (OK, I'll admit that after the weather this . . .

Posted: 2009-03-29

Sold

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

Island Lakes Address: 11 Chenier Bay Asking Price: $309, 900 Sold Price: $299, 000 Taxes: $3, 563.98 Square Footage: 1, 803 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Lot Size: Irregular Listing Agent: Michael Leclerc, Century 21 Carrie.com, 987-2166 Enlarge Image  386 Aikins Street St. Johns Address: . . .

Posted: 2009-03-29

Contemporary Eco Furniture Designers

In this video we interview two eco designers who are dedicated to bring life to wasted materials. One is restoring old pieces of furniture into works of art , and the other is transforming cardboard boxes into everyday . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

Better hurry if you want to see Home Expressions Show

Today is the last day for the 2009 Home Expressions Show. More than 20, 000 people annually visit this "must see" event and this year's crowds are no exception. All three floors of the Winnipeg Convention Centre are filled with the . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

Your home can be your fantasyland

Can't afford a getaway? Just pretend you're there

This historically inspired room by Kohler exudes a sense of fantasy and opulence that is quite appealing. While examining the various design elements of the room, I was trying to pinpoint exactly what it was about this space that was so . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

White luxury

Heavy earth tones stand aside as light, airy take over

The White Luxury Design Trend for 2009 brings a touch of modern magic that is futuristic yet ethereal. After years of the heavy earth tones, this light and airy trend is refreshing and uplifting. The details are not only about . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

A plum-perfect paint shade

Dear Debbie: We are about to repaint our living room and dining room. It's been more than a few years since these rooms were done and they look tired. I would like to choose colours that won't date too quickly, . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

Sold

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

St. Norbert Address: 361 Houde Dr. Asking Price: $159, 900 Sold Price: $180, 660 Taxes: $2, 067.08 Square Footage: 785 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 35 x 109 Listing Agent: Bo Kauffmann, Re/max Performance Realty, 255-4204 Riverbend Address: 10 Broadview Asking Price: $319, 000 Sold Price: $312, 000 Taxes: $4, 757 Square . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21

How to be spiffy in a jiffy

Ambiente's energy-efficient homes can be built in just five days

Imagine this: it's -40 C outside (with wind chill, of course), and you're building a three-bedroom house. Despite the adverse conditions, the home goes up in -- count 'em -- five days. That's not an exaggeration, says Storm Builders' Derek Cook. That's . . .

Posted: 2009-03-21