Carter Work Project building 150 homes for Canada 150
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) just announced that the governments of Canada and Manitoba are investing $1.2 million in Habitat for Humanity’s Carter Work Project to help Manitobans become homeowners.“This announcement is truly
4 terrific terrarium tips for your small space
On a recent stroll along Queen West, I came across an ethereal plant boutique. Somewhere between the lush greenery and the in-house juice bar, I stumbled upon the coolest terrariums that I had ever seen; confirming that I had entered millennial
Celebrate Canada 150 with the SESQUI 360° film experience
We were fortunate enough to be invited to an advanced screening of HORIZON before today’s official launch of the 360° Cinematic Dome Tour. Ontario150, the City of Toronto, The Daniels Corporation, and Toronto Community Housing (TCH) partnered up to
5 ways to transform your fireplace into a summer design element
Your fireplace is not just for winter anymore! Or at least it doesn’t have to be. Everyone loves a toasty fire on those chilly winter evenings, but when summer begins, your wintertime asset is no longer needed. In fact, it often acts as a blank vessel
The best perennials for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds
When I designed the 10-acre garden around our home, I wanted to ‘bring the wildlife to the house’ by planting lots of the best perennials right up to the residence that would attract hummingbirds, songbirds and butterflies. I can report that the plan
Building Net Zero homes just got easier
Earlier this month, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) officially launched the Net Zero Home Labelling Program, taking another step towards building fully energy efficient communities. “CHBA supports leading-edge innovation in the
The King Street Pilot could move forward this fall!
Last week, the Newinhomes.com team attended the public meeting unveiling the details for the King Street Pilot. The project aims to move people more efficiently on King Street between Jarvis and Bathurst, improve the public realm, and increase support
The Daniels Corporation wants your photos of Leslieville!
One of the most highly anticipated condo developments in Toronto is The Logan Residences by The Daniels Corporation. This new condo is located right on Queen Street East, between Carlaw and Logan, in the heart of Leslieville! In order to celebrate the
The home of the not-so-distant future
Two very recent announcements have us wondering what the home of the future will look like, or rather, the home of the not-so-distant future. Tesla announced the opening of pre-orders for its solar roof tiles, and Alex Teichman, CEO of Lighthouse, is
Menkes participating in Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival
Menkes is participating in the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival, showcasing the work of Paul Casselman, who chronicled the development of Menkes’ projects One York and Harbour Plaza. CONTACT is the largest photo event in the world with more than
