Advancements in new homes and renovations are continual as building science evolves through research, testing, new products and methods of construction and the spirit of the industry to strive for a better and better home.

By spring, we are impatient for warmer weather and the colour when the bulbs begin to sprout.

Living in Ontario, our climate can be less than inspiring whether we’ve experienced a long, cold and dreary winter, or our hopes of a sunny spring and summer are sadly lost in days of endless rain and overcast skies.

Oh, yes. We DO love a kitchen make over.

When first impressions can mean the difference between a sale and just another showing, it’s no wonder realtors encourage staging to boost the appearance and ambience of homes on the busy real estate market.

Peter Jackson has carved out a reputation as the “the hardest working rapper in Canada” and is known for his intense work ethic both in the studio and on the road.

Pizza ovens hit the Canadian market in force about five years ago, but for whatever reason, 2017 has been the year that homeowners have decided to go for it — myself included.

In The Moment, a blue-green hue that honours nature to create a soothing atmosphere, has been selected as Behr’s first colour of the year.

There was a run of salad dressing spills recently at my house.

The trend toward outdoor living, which uses comfy seating, bright rugs and weatherproof art to extend the al fresco season at home, is bringing new attention to a centuries-old architectural feature: the courtyard.

One house shows how to get your dream home without moving. The other illustrates how to repurpose a heritage house for downtown living in the 21st century. Both offer visitors to this year’s Parade of Renovations a blueprint for potential.

Fear of colour is a common condition among homeowners who long to escape the beige trap but are afraid of making a mistake. For those who feel timid about spinning the colour wheel, first, stop and consider how fearlessly nature combines a whole world of contrasting and complementary shades, then seek out the advice of an expert if you need further

Basement dwellings often have low ceilings, cramped rooms and little natural light, making them challenging to decorate.

Sometimes dubbed a British Martha Stewart, Chrissie Rucker — with her own home goods empire and cultish following — has brought her monochrome esthetic to Fifth Avenue.

Recently moved into a Victorian pile in Ottawa? A 1920s Vancouver bungalow? A sprawling mansion in Toronto? Stressed, huh?

Unless you’re an expert in spin cycles, buying an appliance can leave you dizzy.

Even though the calendar says it’s fall, the weather says something different and in these hot temperature, don’t forget to continue to water you garden.

Southwestern Ontario is notorious for its humid days and the uncomfortable closeness of humidity. But do we understand what happens when our homes become humid or how to combat its damaging effects?

Kitchen and bathroom renovations are said to bring good return on investment when it comes time to sell a house. But whether that is true involves many variables. For homeowners who intend to stay five or more years in their house, it makes more sense to make the changes that create the best setting for their lifestyle and taste.