My day at re:Public - NXT City’s Public Space Symposium
What does the future of public space in Toronto look like? Last week, up-and-coming and established urban planners pondered that question as they came together in the heart of Leslieville at District 28 for re:Public, NXT City’s first Public Space
Ice Breakers: New public art installation coming to Toronto’s Waterfront
The founders of the annual international design competition, Winter Stations, have partnered with The Waterfront Business Improvement Area (WBIA) to bring a new public art installation to Toronto’s waterfront.The temporary installations, collectively
Shanghai Tower wins the prestigious Emporis Skyscraper Award!
Emporis, the world’s leading database of high-rise architecture projects, just announced the winners of the annual Emporis Skyscraper Award. For the second consecutive year, a tower in China claims the top prize. Over 300 skyscrapers over 100 meters tall
Reid’s Heritage Homes goes the extra mile for a couple in love
It’s not every day we receive heartwarming news from a builder, so this is a rare (and adorable) treat for our readers. Reid’s Heritage Homes New Homes Sales Consultant, Chris Roth, recently conspired with first-time buyer, Philippe, in his elaborate
The 4 most important unspoken rules of the condo gym
Doesn’t everyone want to sweat in style? The days of trekking to the gym are long over thanks to the influx of elaborate fitness centres in condo buildings. Back in the day, the condo gym was an afterthought, housing only a handful of treadmills and a
When will more builders start using virtual reality to sell homes?
With more homebuyers shopping for their next new home online and builders and developers focusing more on e-communications with registrants, it makes sense that the industry is beginning to embrace the use of virtual reality (VR) technology.To learn more
How to optimize space for siblings sharing a bedroom
After sleeping a few feet away from my older sister for almost half of my life, I have a pretty good understanding of all of the triumphs and challenges that come with sharing a room, from squabbles to sleepless nights. As more couples plan on starting
5 toy storage solutions for families living in condos
When children reach a particular age, parents often find that hallways become busy parking lots for Hot Wheels and the living room turns into the valley of the dolls. With toys strewn everywhere, your home can quickly start to feel less like a
Essential tips that will improve your condo petiquette
Nothing is more annoying than an unruly neighbour. Whether they’re too loud, too rambunctious or just can’t grasp reasonable boundaries, this can prove to be a trying feat, especially when the neighbour in question is an animal (literally). Have you ever
A step-by-step guide to finishing your basement
As you've probably noticed in just about every home magazine and on many of your favourite HGTV shows, finishing your basement is always a worthwhile project.According to the experts on HGTV, finishing your basement makes sense for many reasons: It
