My Newfound(land) Favourite TV Show Randy Spracklin welcomes us to The Rock with the second season of HGTV Canada’s Rock Solid Builds By Brooke Madden If you’ve ever had the privilege to visit (or live on) Canada’s East Coast, I’m sure you’re well aware of its unique landscape, its generous locals, and its signature salty air. Even internationally, Newfoundland and Labrador is considered … [Read more...] about HGTV Canada’s Rock Solid Builds
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2022 Colour Trends To Watch Out For
By Designer Diana Rose We’ve already seen green make a big splash as the 2022 colour of the year – chosen for its cooling, calming effect and strong connection to nature. In the past, we’ve seen this colour personified as a literal interpretation of nature (think lush, leafy vibrancy). But green is a multi-faceted hue indeed, and the movement toward organic, sustainable living and … [Read more...] about 2022 Colour Trends To Watch Out For
HGTV’s Making it Home with Kortney Wilson & Kenny Brain
Making It Strong, Making It Hers, Making it Home Kortney Wilson’s story of making it through the last two years, while Making It Home with all new co-host Kenny Brain. By Brooke Madden When the clock struck 12 on January 1st, 2020, I don’t think any of us could have anticipated what was to come. Surrounded by loved ones in a packed bar (remember those?), champagne in hand, I know I … [Read more...] about HGTV’s Making it Home with Kortney Wilson & Kenny Brain
Huntville’s The Fireplace King
The Fire is so Delightful By DC Rutherford I ordered my usual two cords of wood this week, preparing to get the old homestead going as we head into winter. Sure, I have more industrial and modern forms of heating my home – an oil furnace, an energy-efficient system of mini-splits – but why? There’s nothing quite like the smell of wood sparking a morning, cutting into the crisp cool of … [Read more...] about Huntville’s The Fireplace King
The Cutter’s Edge Balancing Act
Robin from The Cutter’s Edge tells us everything we need to know about achieving this popular design trend. By Brooke Madden Creating the perfect space for you and your family to call home can be an intimidating prospect. Often clients are looking to combine multiple styles, and it’s challenging to do so successfully. If you enjoy mid-century modern, but your partner adores traditional, … [Read more...] about The Cutter’s Edge Balancing Act
Making Homes Green in the Great White North
The New Sustainable By DC Rutherford I bought a house recently, a Craftsman built in 1910 in a rural community. The region is one many of you will find familiar—it’s susceptible to the unpredictable swings of a four-season climate. The polars of stifling summer heat and humidity and crippling winter storms are both what makes the area a delight and a challenge. Moving in mid-pandemic made … [Read more...] about Making Homes Green in the Great White North
