High Tech Textiles
From radical new materials to embedded sensors that track medical conditions, e-textiles have become a medium for better living. Today's fabrics redefine high-performance with easy [...]
Fixing Squeaky Flooring & Stairs
As construction materials dry out and a house settles, there may be a few spots on the floors that squeak when someone walks on them. [...]
Coffeehouse Treats at Home
Tasty coffee shop-style espresso drinks at home are a luxurious treat on a cold or rainy day. The mellow taste of a latte with flavours [...]
Fire Safety Check-Up
Fire safety is an important part of home maintenance but is sometimes overlooked. Twice-annual checks of the important safety systems in your home will catch [...]
Copy of Vancouver Island Real Estate Market Update September 2021
In his Blog Post Lorne Gait of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty shares his Vancouver Island Real Estate Market Update September 2021
Naturalistic Housing
The definition of naturalistic housing depends on the context of the architecture. The most common image that comes to mind is a rustic abode, perhaps [...]
Entertaining Summer Guests
Visiting other parts of the country is fun, especially if you have family or friends who can accommodate your stay. Entertaining guests are a great [...]
Summer Home Improvements
Here are a few simple home improvement tasks that can be done on an August weekend. You'll need some basic tools such as a basic [...]
Budget Curb Appeal Ideas
A lot of articles have been written about improving curb appeal, especially for sellers who want to maximize their selling price. You may not be [...]
Plan a Vancouver Island Staycation
This year, why not consider a local vacation on Vancouver Island instead of travelling abroad? There are a number of benefits from staying at home during [...]
Summer Grilling: Gas or Coals?
Known for imparting a smoky richness that pairs perfectly with charred fat and meat, barbeque is one of the most popular cooking techniques. Summer is [...]
Restful Paint Palettes
Soft neutrals like greige or cloud white are flexible enough to work in every room. Generally, a neutral backdrop can be accessorized with colour much [...]
