Do You Know How Cabbagetown Got its Interesting Name?
Originally considered Toronto’s “skid row,” Cabbagetown has evolved into a “living museum” featuring some of Toronto’s most well-preserved Victorian homes, the manicured St. James Cemetery, Riverdale Farm, and a number of interesting community events
How to add some charm and flair to your backyard bash!
Summer is the perfect time to throw a party in your backyard. Nothing says summer like some tasty food on the barbecue, a few fun and fruity beverages and all while you’re surrounded by your good friends.
How to get your balcony ready for warm weather!
If you look out on your balcony or terrace right now, it’s likely in pretty rough shape...you probably haven’t used it in half a year! The fact that you only get use of your balcony for six months is even more of a reason to make the most of it.
How to use Greenery - Pantone’s 2017 Colour of the Year
What’s driving your design decisions? Pantone recently announced its 2017 Colour of the Year, “Greenery.” Pantone’s executive director Leatrice Eiseman says that Greenery provides “us with the reassurance we yearn for amid a tumultuous social and
How to make your front porch more welcoming
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a front porch, but if you have one, then you should make it as welcoming as possible (unless you want to scare away neighbours and friends). In the summer, you should be taking advantage of all your outdoor space, and
How will cannabis legalization affect Toronto real estate?
Recreational cannabis will be legal in Ontario next month. In my circles, there’s either a positive or neutral stance on the matter, for the most part. As the hype builds, I can’t help but wonder how it will affect the Toronto real estate market.
How Much Money Did the Average Canadian Household Save in 2013?
Recently, Bank of Montreal (BMO) released its second annual BMO Household Savings Report. Based on the polling of 1,002 Canadians conducted by Pollara, BMO highlights the average savings of Canadian households in 2013, how much we plan to save in 2014,
How I’m beating the winter blues at home
I have never been ashamed to admit that winter is my least favourite season. Even though I have endured almost 20 Canadian winters, I still have a hard time adjusting to below freezing temps. This cold transition often takes a toll on how I feel, leaving
How to create a summer DIY outdoor kitchen
Depending on your region’s summer temperature, you’re likely experiencing one of two major summer feels right now: the oh-my-god-it’s-way-too-hot-to-use-the-oven-inside panic or the it’s-way-too-beautiful-to-stay-inside bliss. Either way, at Home
How to extend the life of your outdoor space this fall
Basically overnight, the summer disappeared and there’s a chill in the air. Which begs the question, is your outdoor space ready for the chillier weather? Living in Canada, we all understand that once winter hits, we lose access to our outdoor space.
