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CONNIE OLIVER: A small castle is still a castle
Living in a small space can be a challenge. Finding a place for everything you need is a constant struggle. Luckily, there are tons of great ideas and products available that may help you if you're in cramped quarters. Not long ago I popped in to a shop called For Space…
DEBBIE TRAVIS: Antique touches add warmth and comfort
Contemporary home design is no longer all about sleek, sterile environments. The minimalist movement has turned a softer cheek as the need for a more comforting home base became apparent. There will always be an important place for cutting-edge design; this evolutionary process is both exciting and inspiring. If you are missing…
MIKE HOLMES: Check regularly under hood... of your home
We all get our cars serviced on a regular basis -- oil and filter change, tire rotation, tune-up. We know some moving parts in our cars require constant service and some parts will eventually wear out and need replacing. It's just what you have to do when you own a…
Staircase sets tone for rest of home
Visual impact of curved stairway well worth any additional cost
A curved staircase takes up more room and costs more to build, but for some homeowners it is more than worth it. To them, there is nothing more timeless than a well-executed, curved staircase. A staircase can be the focal point of an entrance and sets the tone for the rest…
ASK THE INSPECTOR: Let's address some fireplace safety issues
QUESTION: Yesterday, I burned some wood in our fireplace. At bedtime, I left the flue open because there were still some hot embers in the hearth. I covered the fireplace opening with a blanket to keep the cold air from coming in. At 1:30 a.m. I awoke to the smell…
LIVING GREEN
Home is eco-friendly and energy-efficient
With so many new homes going up in spanking new developments these days (South Pointe, Bridgwater Forest), some noteworthy new--home projects in more secluded areas can get lost in the shuffle. However, when a builder comes up with a new home that's eco-friendly, energy efficient -- and built on an infill…
Residential building crucial to the economy
For years, the weekend Homes section of the Free Press has espoused the benefits of the residential construction industry. Both new-home construction and renovations are featured on a weekly basis, with numerous articles, features and listings. However, although one appreciates the design talent and craftsmanship that goes into a new home…
Space to spare
Design gives Hilton home plenty of room for growing family
How do you improve on a proven design? Simple: you -- literally -- employ some forward thinking to key areas of the home. "The first thing our design team does is try to think about what a family would like," says Hilton Homes' Spencer Curtis. "In this case (the 2,499-square-foot, two-storey…
KBR Show good sign for 2010 renovations
The annual Kitchen Bath & Renovation Show last weekend was a resounding success. The crowds were fantastic, the enthusiasm was at an all-time high and the abundance of knowledge displayed by the various exhibitors was enormous. With that in mind, the following is a collection of some key points that came…
'You've got to see it to believe it'
The Brisbane a stylish, user-friendly home
IN life -- as most of us know all too well -- it's rare to get more than you expect. Consequently, we all tend to operate in Low Expectations Mode. Do that, and you (usually) avoid the disappointments that can come with having even average expectations. Imagine, then, as a prospective home…
Ahead by a century
Character home has plenty of modern comforts
Chances are when you think about buying a home built in 1911, you experience a flood of mixed emotions. On the one hand, there's anticipation: Homes built around the turn of the century positively ooze character and craftmanship. On the other hand, there can be a feeling of apprehension. That's because…
SOLD & OFFERED - Feb. 6, 2010
SOLD! North Kildonan Address: 938 McLeod Avenue Asking Price: $199,900 Sold Price: $222,000 Taxes: $2,790.44 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2 Square Footage: 1,175 Lot Size: 60 x 107 Listing Agent: Tony Panchhi, Re/Max Executives Realty, 987-9800 Garden City Address: 626 Templeton Ave. Asking Price: $329,900 Sold Price: $329,000 Taxes: $3,908.34 Square Footage: 1,810 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 60 x 111 Listing Agent: Keith Sam Berenhaut, Royal LePage Prime Real…
Nature-filled world of your own
Spacious bungalow exudes a laid-back elegance
Imagine this: it's mid-winter, and you're driving up a winding driveway amid mature pines and oaks coated by a delicate layer of hoar frost. Then, you see it: a bungalow and guest house set in the midst of the forest -- with the Red River serving as a backdrop, the backyard…
SOLD-OFFERED - Jan. 30, 2010
SOLD Crestview Address: #5 - 3887 Ness Ave. Asking Price: $147,500 Sold Price: $145,000 Taxes: $1,284.30 Square Footage: 900 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Listing Agent: D. Keith Baxter, Century 21 Carrie.com, 987 2100 Deer Lodge Address: 205 Amherst St Asking Price: $144,900 Sold Price: $141,000 Taxes: $1,199.17 Square Footage: 792 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 25 x 94 Listing Agent:…
Starter home boasts efficient use of space
Storage capacity galore in well-designed split-level
NO matter whether you're a young family looking for a practical starter home or empty nesters looking to downsize, both parties have similar needs. First, you want a home that has a decent amount of space. Second -- in an ideal world -- you'd like a bit of style to go…