It’s time to decorate your home for summer! Here are 16 simple ideas for summer decorating the Coastal Granny Style. What is Coastal Granny Style? Read all about it in my blog post here! Sun hat and summer tote bag on the hook Related sources: Textured sun hat /// This blue and white striped tote … Read More “16 Simple Ways to Decorate Your Home for Summer (Coastal Granny Style)” »
Quebec’s national assembly hall, known as the Salon bleu, will be extensively renovated with seating reconfigured into a “horseshoe” shape. The plans were announced Thursday by the Bureau de l’Assemblée nationale (BAN), consisting of elected representatives from the Coalition Avenir Québec government, the Quebec Liberal Party and Québec solidaire. The Parti québécois does not have … Read More “Quebec to renovate Salon bleu at national assembly” »
Owning a tiny home on wheels opens up lots of opportunities for adventure if you are keen on the nomad lifestyle. Besides that, a compact dwelling can also serve as a guest house on your property or even help you earn some extra cash if you set it up as an attractive Airbnb. Regardless of … Read More “JT Collective’s First Tiny House Design Lets You Simplify Your Life, Yet Live Comfortably” »
Was your home a bit of a fixer-upper when you bought it? Have you been meaning to make updates for months … or even years? If the delay is financially-driven, it may be hard to get started — or know where to start. These tips can help. Life is expensive — and so are renovations! … Read More “Tips to Increase the Value of Your Home” »
Much of Queen’s University’s administration is now officially housed at 355 King Street West, with renovations and most relocations to the site now complete. The consolidation of administrative units in the new building will allow the university to free up and renovate more space in the central campus for academic and research-focused purposes. The university … Read More “Renovation work concludes on 355 King Street West | Queen’s Gazette” »
The winners of the annual Australian Interior Design Awards were crowned on June 2, and they provide endless home interiors inspiration. Run by the Design Institute of Australia and Architecture Media’s Artichoke magazine, the awards celebrate Australian properties across residential, commercial and public sectors, the result of work by leading design experts. “Following the challenges … Read More “Best House Design in Australia 2023: Design Institute of Australia” »
It’s easy to find online tutorials to help you turn certain home improvements into DIY projects, and you can potentially save money by doing so. But it’s also important to consider factors other than costs and convenience when deciding whether to complete a DIY home upgrade. Before picking up a sledgehammer, ask yourself the following … Read More “Home Improvement Project? 5 Questions to Ask Before You DIY” »
The surge in interest rates and heightened inflationary pressures dampened consumer spending in the home improvement sector. However, with the easing of inflation and indications of a potential pause in rate hikes, there is optimism for a resurgence in home improvement demand. Given this backdrop, it might be wise to add fundamentally sound stocks Frontdoor, … Read More “3 Home Improvement Stocks to Keep Watching” »
I was recently lucky enough to spend 24 hours in the Loire Valley. We have a tour there at the end of August, and I need to check some addresses – never a hardship! I had heard about the amazing flowers at the Chateau de Chenonceaux, and was determined to see what all the fuss … Read More “getting grand with flowers – MY FRENCH COUNTRY HOME” »
Breadcrumb Trail Links Local Business Commercial Real Estate Published June 07, 2023 • 3 minute read A rendering shows the new lobby area of 909 11th Avenue SW, one of the ATCO towers being renovated in Calgary. Photo by Courtesy, Colliers International /Postmedia Network Article content Although it’s always great to hear of out-of-province companies … Read More “ATCO invests in Calgary with renovation of downtown towers” »