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The well-known Ottawa architect has been putting his stamp on the city for the past five decades.

Considering a kitchen island? Here’s what you need to know before you renovate.

If done properly, it can pay off in spades, writes designer Deirdre Jorssen. Here’s what you need to know.

These not-too-common tips may help you as much as they have helped our home improvement expert.

Share your favourite photo and you could win a $250 Visa gift card

If you’ve ever been confused by dials and controls on a drill, this lesson is for you, says home improvement expert Steve Maxwell.

It’s a great way to have fun with your outdoor spaces. Sue Pitchforth shares her ideas.

Want a better-looking paint job? Then get these things right, says home improvement expert Steve Maxwell.

Got a noisy floor or room? Steve Maxwell shares his tips on how to fix them.

Add whimsy and beauty through nature-inspired elements, writes designer Sue Pitchforth.

Colour and wood are dominant themes in the 2024 NKBA awards.

Ottawa companies bring home two trophies from the 2024 Canadian housing awards.

Steve Maxwell shares his time-tested solution for a cracked floor.

Originality, variety and affordability define the Petite Art Show starting May 24.

Non-wood alternatives are becoming more common and better, with less maintenance and longer working life.

Why hire one and what you can expect when you do.

Panel talk: Making the most of your outdoor space

Fewer flowers: one of 7 top gardening trends this year.