Considering home designs? Don't forget facade

This impressive home, Plan DBI-24138, by Homeplans, part of Move, puts its best face forward with its attractive facade. Inside, the foyer is flanked by a formal dining room with built-in cabinets and by a study, which can also be used . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Bob the builder

Former Bomber punter tackles new-home construction

Bob Cameron once got his kicks playing professional football -- literally. The CFL's all-time leading punter kicked for more than 13, 000 yards and may be one of the Blue Bombers' most well-known, well-liked players in its history. After playing a . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Get organized before you decorate

It is exhilarating to take on any design and decorating project, but it can also be terrifying. We all know how things can go wrong resulting in disillusionment and, of course, a depleted wallet. Whether I am decorating my . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Art-filled home a work in progress

If ever a house proved that art and budgets can happily coexist, it has to be Sandra Young's home on the outskirts of Calgary. Against a soft blue-grey palette, paintings and sculptures create an ambience of warmth and imagination in this . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Dream reloaded

City couple makes the most of second chance at dream home

It's not often you get a second crack at building your dream home, but when the chance presented itself, Adam and Cathy Rickner took full advantage of the opportunity. "We're very fortunate, " says Adam. "We were able to give . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Problem solved -- beautifully

Builder turns challenge of steep drop-off into an award winner

VICTORIA -- Terry Johal transformed a rocky cliffside building lot that others had rejected into an award-winning showcase of his home-building skills. Although the pie-shaped lot nestled on the side of Bear Mountain offered a spectacular view, a steep drop-off presented . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Room to roam

Excellent layout makes most of space

Sometimes, a home's well-streamlined exterior can do a much too efficient job of masking what lies inside. In the case of the Carlton F, a 1, 907 sq. ft., two storey show home by Randall Homes at 259 Aldgate Road in . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Is there a tree house in your future?

Follow these building, safety tips

Warmer weather turns our attention to the great outdoors or, for the children, the great backyard. And sooner or later, they may request a little something extra: a tree house. Tree houses and other play structures are a joy for children . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Plants bring decor to life

:A little extra work brings plenty of benefits

Houseplants sometimes get a bad rap. While living plants do take some loving care, they are usually worth the effort. For those like me without green thumbs, there are lots of other options available in imitation plants that are very . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20

Future of home building revealed

New technologies showcased at U of M

Green, energy-efficient homes of Styrofoam and metal studs; a moisture-detection system warning of impending water damage; stretched, false ceilings that can be installed in two hours -- these are some of the innovative, new technologies for home-building, interior design and . . .

Posted: 2008-04-20