26 April 2011

Garden Tip: Create your own compost for a green garden

23 April 2011

Plan of the Week – “Six-Bedroom Cottage!”

21 April 2011

What is the “R-2000” Standard of New Home Ratings?

Canadians are faced with a number of programs which quantify the energy efficiency and "green score" of their homes. As part of an ongoing series of articles on energy efficient new homes, we are…

20 April 2011

Landscaping for curb appeal made easy

19 April 2011

Awe-inspiring outdoor kitchens

An outdoor kitchen is a wonderful way to add more space to a home without undergoing major renovations. Whether it's the simple addition of an outdoor fire pit or an extensive kitchen and dining…

16 April 2011

Plan of the Week – “Superb Symmetry”

14 April 2011

Understanding energy efficiency – A house is a system

A house is made up of components that work together to form an integrated system.

13 April 2011

12 Great Ideas for Organization in the Kitchen

There's a term in French cooking called "mise en place" that translates literally as "putting in place." The Culinary Institute of America has defined it as "everything in place" and it refers to…

12 April 2011

How to choose summer kitchen amenities

Now that the weather is getting nicer, all ideas of outdoor leisure home activities come flooding back to your mind. From playing out in the yard with the kids, to enjoying neighbors over for a…

11 April 2011

What, exactly, IS composite decking?

Composite decking, not unlike laminate flooring, has evolved greatly since it became a mainstream building material. Once considered something of an also-ran by early detractors, and compared…

9 April 2011

Plan of the Week – “Single-level, bi-generational”

7 April 2011

EnerGuide Rating for New Homes

There are a number of different construction standards for low energy and/or green homes in Canada. Depending on the region of Canada you are in, you may be familiar with one or more of the following…