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…

6 April 2011

Decor: High-style, low maintenance indoor gardens

If you are tired of the traditional approach to indoor plants, you may want to draw on the inspiration of Shane Powers. He developed a new selection of beautiful and self-sufficient planters which…

5 April 2011

Setting up your digital entertainment centre

Digital entertainment is now commonplace in homes and digital equipment choices abound. Whether you choose a specific room for digital entertainment or incorporate it into the great room or family…

4 April 2011

Designs for living: Cheerful laundry rooms

Colorful, comfortable spaces make doing the laundry much more fun!

3 April 2011

Bunk room blast – a great kid space

Thanks to Twitter and Facebook, I sometimes have too much exposure to great ideas. Effective use of space is always a challenge so when I came across this blog post from August Fields it was a given…

2 April 2011

Plan of the Week – “Dual Master Suites”

31 March 2011

Energy Efficient New Homes – Grants and Incentives

Currently, although Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) does not offer incentives to new home buyers or new home builders, NRCan manages the EnerGuide Rating System, ENERGY STAR® for New Homes, and…

29 March 2011

Decor: Hang art like a pro

How to create the perfect display - and how to do it safely The joy of purchasing a new piece of art can quickly turn to stress when it comes time to hang it. How high should it be mounted on the…

27 March 2011

Decor: 9 Elements of Asian style

What are some ways to describe an Asian style interior? The words serene, peaceful, and Zen immediately come to mind. Although Asian design could be described as a fusion of styles, there are…

26 March 2011

Plan of the Week – “Unobstructed views”