23 March 2012

Refresh the Look of Your Kitchen with Sink and Faucet Replacement

Kitchens tend to be the hub of the home and realtors agree that kitchen improvements are well worth the investment. Thankfully, there are a few kitchen updates that are neither expensive nor…

DIY projectsRoom by roomBuilding systemsFinance & legal

20 March 2012

DIY Custom-Hued Chalk Paint For Decorating Fun

We are seeing more and more use of chalk paint used in decor to create space for notes or a blank canvas for young (and young-at-heart) artists. We have yet to test this DIY project but it comes from…

Kid-friendlyDIY projectsTips & tricksColorsRoom by room

17 March 2012

House Plan of the Week: “Chalet-Style House for “Boomers”

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9 March 2012

Smart Spring Yard Cleanup

Outdoor LivingMaintenance home & garden

7 March 2012

As We Prepare to “Spring Forward”, Reflect on the Benefits of Daylight

With Daylight Savings time approaching on March 11, it is a good time to reflect on light in the home. Realtors will attest to the value of a bright and welcoming home. Do you have any idea why the…

Environmental issuesDrummond House PlansHealth & securityLightingSeasonal ideas

6 March 2012

Cleaning Outdoor Furniture

Are you wondering how to freshen up your outdoor furniture? Chances are, you have all the ingredients you have right in your home to do so. Outdoor LivingMaintenance home & gardenTips & tricksDIY projectsFurniture & accessories

4 March 2012

How Does Your Garden Entertain?

Outdoor Living

1 March 2012

What is the Future of Kitchen Technology?

Drummond House PlansTechnology & home innovationRoom by room

23 February 2012

Outstanding News for First Time Home Buyers in BC

If you have been sitting on the fence, wondering about whether or not to purchase your first home, 2012 is shaping up to be a great year! In the 2012 BC Budget released on February 21, 2012, The…

Drummond House PlansFinance & legal

18 February 2012

House Plan of the Week: “Your Own Personal Spa Retreat!”

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16 February 2012

Energy Efficiency Series: Induction Cooktops for Energy Savings (and Safety)

I recently attended a homeshow where a manufacturer was doing a demo of induction cooktops. A pot of water was at a rolling boil and a twenty dollar bill was tucked between it and the cooking…

Environmental issuesHealth & securityRoom by roomTechnology & home innovation

9 February 2012

Connecting on the Front Porch

Outdoor Living

8 February 2012

Contractor Red Flags: How to Spot (and Avoid) Trouble

Professional ServicesTips & tricks

3 February 2012

The Perfect Home for the Single Woman

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28 January 2012

House Plan of the Week – “Majestic Cottage With Depth”

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20 January 2012

Tip of the Hat for Great Design – “Chez Poulet”

I know it is hard to imagine spring when many of us are socked in with snow so it is time to think happy, warm, springtime thoughts! Many cities are amending bylaws to allow laying hens to be kept…

Outdoor Living

15 January 2012

Cursed with a boring door but limited budget? Fake it till you make it!

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Building materialsRoom by room

11 January 2012

Book Review: All New Square Foot Gardening

I  grew up in the country where our tradional "row garden" could not only put up preserves for a family of five for an entire year, but also supply most of our city aunts, uncles, and cousins with…

Environmental issuesOutdoor Living

10 January 2012

Tech Tuesday Topic: Samsung 55″ OLED TV Unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show

The tech wires are all abuzz from all of the technical writers at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) currently on in Las Vegas. The folks at Digital Trends shared some news that should have some…

Drummond House PlansFurniture & accessoriesRoom by roomTechnology & home innovation

3 January 2012

Backyard Structures – Your Very Own Architectural Opuscule

traditional exterior design by…

Building materialsCraftsman home styleOutdoor Living