Planning for Winter Interest in the Garden
I have met many Canadian gardeners who think that the ‘winter garden’ is a waste of time. I say, “Not so.”The months between leaf clean up and spring wake-up is the perfect time for Canadian gardeners to do some serious gardening in their head. Take
The Possibilities of Prefab Housing
For some, the term ‘prefabricated housing’ conjures images of mobile homes and other forms of small-scale basic affordable housing. However, New York City, a metropolis already known for its architectural achievements, is taking modular building to new
Is This the Year of Minimalism?
With the influx of micro-unit condos in Toronto, the term “minimalism” often appears when discussing how to decorate and inhabit these new living spaces in the city. This term often conjures up images of modern furniture, clean lines, and stark white
Another Walkability Study Proving We Need Walkable Communities
When it’s -20 degrees Celsius outside, it’s difficult to think about walking around the city, but another study has been published supporting the health benefits of walkable communities (the fact that these studies are still needed to convince people
2015 OAA Awards: Submission Deadline Approaching!
The deadline to nominate a design for the 2015 OAA Awards is quickly approaching! Anyone, whether you’re in the architecture and design industry or not, can nominate an Ontario individual or firm’s design.This year, the Ontario Association of Architects
Tropical Plants in a Canadian Winter
Here in Canada we endure a long, cold winter that encourages us to reach for tropical plants for good reason. There is literally no better way to introduce humidity and oxygen into the indoor environment. To garden successfully indoors, especially this
The Finalists of RAW Design’s Winter Stations Design Competition
Looking for a way to beat these winter blues? RAW Design has the answer. Actually, RAW has five answers now that the finalists of the Winter Stations Design Competition have been revealed!Last October, RAW, Ferris + Associates, and Curio launched the
Gifts from the Heart for the Home
As we get closer and closer to December 25th there are likely a few people lingering on your list that are proving to be difficult to shop for. Sometimes it is because they have a unique style, particular interests, or perhaps they already seem to have
5 Space-Saving Christmas Tree Ideas for Condo Owners
Feature image: Tattered StyleOdds are, you’ve already set up a Christmas tree, but there are definitely a few people out there who live in a smaller space, perhaps a condo, that haven’t set up a tree because it will take up too much room. Don’t worry,
The World’s Top 10 Most Expensive Skyscrapers!
When discussing skyscrapers, we tend to automatically focus on their height. The fight to be the tallest is an ongoing battle between cities, countries, architects, and designers. Sure, it may be mostly about bragging rights amongst industry
