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Outdoor spaces that fit your life

Amsted’s Deirdre Crick shares the decisions that need to be made before you start.
Guest Column

Modern laundry room design trends

Today’s laundry room is designed with the same care and attention once reserved for kitchens and bathrooms, says Laurysen Kitchens.
Featured Expert

How to protect your pressure washer

Pressure washers are easy to damage but a few minutes of care can prevent trouble, says Steve Maxwell.

Top tips for lawn care

How do you deal with the challenges summer can throw at your lawn?
From the experts

Why garden mulching matters

Steve Maxwell shares the benefits of mulching and his tips for doing it well.
From the experts

Creating cosy outdoor spaces you’ll love

Designer Sue Pitchforth shares two outdoor spaces — a backyard retreat and a balcony — to spark your creative juices.
From the experts

Tips for proper lawn mower maintenance

Getting your mower or lawn tractor ready now means better performance and a longer lasting machine.

Creating your outdoor oasis: Tips and inspiration

A home show panel talks outdoor spaces, what makes an oasis and what you should keep in mind when creating yours.

Ottawa firms win three national awards

2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence honour local projects.
From the experts

Grammacore is all the rage

Sue Pitchforth explains what it is and why it’s become so popular, particularly among young adults

Ottawa calendar of homes-related events

Tours, events and other happenings related to Ottawa and homes.

Ottawa’s 2026 One of One awards

The second annual grassroots event celebrates colour and creativity in interior design.
From the experts

Are wooden cutting boards unsafe?

Steve Maxwell debunks a misleading advertisement about the dangers of wood and plastic cutting boards.
From the experts

How to choose a bathroom vanity

A 10-step designer’s guide from Laurysen Kitchens’ Rachael Price.

How to optimize your outdoor spaces

Our homes' outdoor spaces can bring us a raft of benefits.
From the experts

Why pressure-treated wood rots

Although it’s made to last a long time outdoors, it still rots. Here’s what you can do about it.

2026 waste depots set for household hazardous items

One-day drop-offs organized by the City of Ottawa are set to resume.
From the experts

Changing our home’s spaces

Got a room you don’t love? Give it a new purpose, writes Sue Pitchforth.

Ottawa companies vie for 21 national awards

Local builders, renovators and others compete for national trophies in May.

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