News

Canada could face housing woes, Merrill warns324

Absence of Canadian crunch may be ‘cause for concern, not comfort,' economists say; Harper pours cold water on report 24/09/08 6:58 PM 324

U.S. new homes' prices, sales plummet

Sales dive to lowest in more than 17 years in August 25/09/08 10:06 AM

Luxury home sales will slow3

After months of outperforming other segments, high-end homes feel the pinch 25/09/08 11:26 AM 3

U.S. home sales fall more than 2 per cent5

August reading also shows number of unsold houses on market dropped sharply from record high 24/09/08 10:41 AM 5

Cities rethink wisdom of 50s-era standards4

Most U.S. cities have requirements for off-street parking. These regulations can throw a monkey wrench into planning for a vibrant, more walkable downtown 22/09/08 3:21 PM 4

Let the seller beware48

Listings surge, sales plunge and prices cool throughout Canada 18/09/08 11:06 PM 48

Posh condo set to topple price record32

Yorkville penthouse to list near $30-million 17/09/08 4:03 AM 32

Neighbours battle to keep rooms with a view5

A Montreal homeowner's plan to raise his roof has raised eyebrows around the neighbourhood 17/09/08 3:52 AM 5

Home of the Week

Make it Right

Design and Decor

Choosing patterns is a delicate balancing act

Whether you choose to bring it into your space through the use of wallpaper, faux paint techniques, upholstery or window treatments, pattern can turn an adequate space into something that's quite dramatic. 19/09/08 12:00 AM

Setting the stage for a relaxing retreat2

Two bars, a fireplace and a luxurious place to watch big-screen TV is the perfect getaway for a busy comedian and guests 12/09/08 12:00 AM 2

Yellow is the new orange1

The last few years have seen greens and oranges in the home decor spotlight, but that's about to change, as blue and yellow muscle back into the forefront. 22/08/08 12:00 AM 1

Tricks to make small spaces seem bigger1

Living within tighter confines doesn't need to feel suffocating. Experts say little extras from storage to shelving and even a new paint job are among the ways to spruce up and get settled in less spacious surroundings. 22/08/08 12:00 AM 1

Tips & Tricks

Renovator adds flair by reusing materials1

A $15,000 marble fireplace mantle for $1,500; a $100,000 kitchen for $40,000 — deals like that stretch a building budget a long way 19/09/08 12:00 AM 1

Key questions to ask before buying a condo

The biggest single mistake that people tend to make is to think that buying a condo is just a less expensive way of buying a house and not really understanding that it's shared ownership, which is a lot different. 19/09/08 12:37 PM

Your house, their temporary digs5

Homeowners who rent out rooms to students often get more out of the experience than just extra money. "The students I have had have tremendous respect for others and are very gracious and generous." -- Homeowner Sheryl Cobban 29/08/08 12:00 AM 5

It's moving season and getting organized is job one

August is usually the high season for moving. One of the first decisions to make is whether to hire a moving company. If you do, here are some suggestions for making the experience a smooth one 22/08/08 12:00 AM

A $700,000 house (happily) divided49

Can't afford a house on your own? Try splitting one down the middle 05/08/08 9:54 AM 49

Renovations

A home with art in its bones

A couple fall head over heels for a rundown bungalow, learning of its cultural significance only later on 12/09/08 12:00 AM

A design-lover's reno, done piecemeal

Jennifer Flores and Sean Stanwick, authors of Design City Toronto, take on their own design project — a bit at a time 05/09/08 12:00 AM

Lake-view loft has good karma10

Randy Stieben has spent years renovating his 5,000-square-foot condo to reflect his Tantra-inspired lifestyle. "I was never happier than when building this condo with my own hands. And now I want to build something else." 01/08/08 12:00 AM 10

The heart of a restored farmhouse

The spacious kitchen is designed to be harmonious with the rest of the 19th-century house, while hiding modern amenities. A restored 1820 cupboard was the design cue for the entire space. 27/06/08 12:00 AM

Gadgets

Smart homes get sexier, cheaper

No residence is complete without a toilet that tests urine for sugar levels — then sends the results to your doctor 19/09/08 12:00 AM

On Site - Greater Toronto Area

Rooftop among 'green' features

A 20,000-square-foot, landscaped rooftop terrace with eco-friendly furnishings will be only a quick elevator ride away. 19/09/08 12:57 PM

New models to be introduced

Sundial Homes, which unveiled the townhouse collection at its Mulberry Meadows site in Ajax this summer, will open a new on-site sales office next month in conjunction with the release of semi-detached models. 19/09/08 12:59 PM

Complex offers host of unique features

Langston Hall offers an opportunity for condominium buyers to get into an intimate, urban residence that will not only boast top-of-the-line finishes and features from around the world, but also incorporate the latest in environmentally-friendly designs. 19/09/08 1:07 PM

On Site - Vancouver

Vacation Properties

Between the strip and the sand

The condominium suites span entire floors in some cases, and range anywhere from 2,000 square feet to more than 16,000 square feet. 05/09/08 11:20 AM

A modern hacienda close to history and the beach

Toa Alta is one of the island's oldest towns, founded in 1751, and is popularly known as "La Cuna de los Poetas," or "The Cradle of Poets," because of the numerous Spanish-language poets — such as Abelardo Diaz Alfaro — who were born there. 29/08/08 12:01 PM