The cool, blue water that makes your skin tingle. The smell of burgers and hot dogs wafting through the air. The sound of children running and screaming, playing and laughing. A pool party is one of the most quintessential activities of the summer and as the weather is warming up it’s a great idea to open up your pool and... read more
A kitchen is usually one of the busiest places in the house from hot stoves, to kids running around, it can be a center of mayhem. It’s really important to keep your kitchen neat, tidy, and organized and here are 8 tips to help you do that! Place objects that are used for the same activity or purpose in assigned... read more
As the nights get longer, the air gets crispier, and the sun is a distant, fleeting memory you often come to the dreaded conclusion – winter is here and it is here to stay. The season which is characterized by cold nights, dark days, and a constant numbness can feel like a drag to even the seasoned Canadian. A lethargic... read more
One of the biggest challenges facing condominium developers and owners is how to successfully blend uniformity and aesthetics. With so many options available to builders these days, condos are in a class by themselves in that they are bound by rules and guidelines when it comes to exterior finishes and additions. So just where do retractable screen products fit in... read more
It’s our home away from home, where we go to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The one place we know we can relax, reflect and recharge. Is there anything more peaceful or inspiring than sitting on a dock, watching the sun dip behind the trees and listening to the distinctive call of a nearby loon?... read more
Ah, the fair. It’s an annual event that we’re drawn to. We know the dates that it will be in our community and the events surrounding it. And because most of us have been to a few of them in our lifetimes, we have a pretty good idea of what to expect. We might even think we’re at that point... read more
“One must maintain a little bit of summer, even in the middle of winter.” – Henry David Thoreau Famous words from this popular American author, philosopher and naturalist. For us, they still ring as true today as they did when they were first written back in the 19th century. Of all the seasons, it seems there’s something a little more... read more
When it comes to your home, what inspires you? What drives your creative energy behind certain colours, designs or looks? If you asked ten different people this question, you’d get ten different answers. The reason is because our inspiration springs from a very personal part of who we are. We respond to different things in different ways. Inspiration is powerful,... read more
Who doesn’t love winning? As humans, it’s something that seems to be programmed into our DNA. Some of us are so focused on winning, it becomes a way of life (see: Olympic athletes). But most of us are happy to walk away with a free scratch ticket or the door prize from our favorite fundraiser. And, more often than not,... read more
A recent blog entry from Houzz caught our attention and got us thinking about the notion of a “forever house” – a home you’ve lived in or plan on living in for many years, from early beginnings through to retirement and beyond. The truth is, with our busy lives, our homes – and the support they provide over the years... read more
