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Blinds can boost energy savings

February 12, 2012

It turns out you can cut expenditures like air conditioning by as much as 50 per cent with a simple, humble, old-school product – the window blind.

Teeple’s cubist condos

February 08, 2012

First the Warhol Collection and now Picasso. Toronto’s condos have an affinity for the arts.

The changing face of co-habitation

February 08, 2012

In terms of co-habitation agreements, one should always keep and eye on the ‘what ifs,’ because your story could easily be one of conflict rather than congratulations.

When it comes to stains, not all cleaners are created equal

February 08, 2012

I work in the motel business and am looking for a natural stain removal solution for white linens and towels.  Currently No Name bleach Oxi are being used to no avail... Please help!

Trends and trailblazers

February 01, 2012

Toronto’s Interior Design Show opened its doors for the 14th year. It is Canada’s largest contemporary design event, with colourful exhibits throughout the sprawling main Toronto...

Tips for tiling a cool kitchen backsplash

January 25, 2012

If your kitchen needs an update but you don’t have the time or money to spend on a complete renovation, brighten it up with a backsplash.

What to do with a leaky Townhome?

January 25, 2012

There is a specialization in law that deals directly with landlord and tenant law

Can the condominium boom keep going in 2012?

January 18, 2012

The last two years have seen phenomenal growth in condo sales in Toronto.

Water-filter woes

January 18, 2012

"Filter" negative communication by communicating through their lawyers

Garage doors as works of art

January 18, 2012

Sometimes a garage door is not all that it seems, especially if your local graffiti artists have had anything to do with it.

Upcycling goes upscale

January 12, 2012

Most savvy home dwellers like to take on DIY projects.

Your new wood resolution

January 11, 2012

With a new year beginning, you may be thinking about all of those home renovations on your “honey-do list” that you missed last year.

Endless hot water, no tank

January 08, 2012

Canadians love hot water.  Having a tank ready to fire up a hot bath or shower after you come in from the winter cold is essential.

Hot new decor trends

January 05, 2012

Trends change yearly. Here’s four of the most popular ones for 2012.

Dream in style with this project

December 29, 2011

With half a day’s time, a drill, and a needle and thread, you can turn a piece of plywood into a plush and professional-looking fabric headboard.

New year, new look

December 29, 2011

We spoke to Michelle Workman, an interior designer to stars such as Jennifer Lopez and John Travolta, about a few easy ways to give your home a New Year facelift.

Luxe up your condo

December 21, 2011

Dramatically transform the look of your dwelling may permanently increase the value of your investment.

Double duty Christmas decor

December 21, 2011

For me, Christmas is all about setting a festive mood with holiday decor.

Find room for Christmas

December 14, 2011

I live in a really small space and have no room to add a Christmas tree.


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