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Ottawa companies compete for nine national awards

Local builders and renovators vie for national trophies in May.
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Kitchen design styles for 2025

Laurysen Kitchens breaks down 12 popular styles to help you find the one that’s right for you.
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Building a garden gateway pergola

Steve Maxwell shares the plans and step-by-step instructions for this beautiful DIY project.

Local housing sector toasts five outstanding contributors

The Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association presents five awards for notable contributions.
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Are you ready for an emergency?

An emergency preparedness kit can be a life saver in a crisis.

Homeowner Helpers: Improving indoor air quality

We spend about 90% of our time inside so maintaining indoor air quality is hugely important. Here's how.

Canadian products for your renovation

Canadians are turning to homegrown products in the face of uncertain supply chains.
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From the experts

Protecting tools against rust

Tools stored in unheated spaces will attract condensation and rust. Here’s how to protect them.

Ottawa Home & Garden Show

This year’s spring show will be the largest ever presented, with more than 400 exhibitors.

Renovation unlocks a home’s potential

A whole-home makeover changed how these homeowners thought about their home.
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Indoor plant care

Your plants are hungry: Spring means fertilizing and tidying up your collection of indoor plants.
From the experts

Dealing with a house that’s too dry

Solving the tug of war between comfort and a dry house is more complicated than it appears.
From the experts

Making colour choices easy

In her latest Design 101 column, Sue Pitchforth shares her tips for choosing colours.
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From the experts

Security cameras & peace of mind

Today’s systems are easy to install and use and are inexpensive.

Transforming a Rockcliffe century home

Casa Verde & O’Keefe Fiorenza update an old red brick home while keeping faithful to its heritage.
From the experts

How to choose power nailers

Home improvement expert Steve Maxwell dissects various nailers, sharing where and when they are best used.
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Declutter by donating

Here are nine ways to recycle your household items and help others.

Ottawa calendar of homes-related events

Tours, events and other happenings related to Ottawa and homes.
From the experts

Avoiding common kitchen design mistakes

Laurysen Kitchens shares 16 mistakes to avoid in your new kitchen or reno.
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