Around the Home January 2024
January is a great time to take on home projects that will help you start the year off on the right foot. Here are some ideas to consider: Home Pack away holiday decorations: As fun
Smart Home Safety
Technology has made our lives easier, safer, and more comfortable. Smart homes today integrate many types of devices that connect to the Internet and information from them is available on our phones when we're away
Hygge Time
In Denmark, they use the word hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”) to describe a cozy and comfortable feeling. It's thought that the word originated from the root “hug,” or an embrace to comfort. The Danes use it
Fall Home Inspection
October is the last month to prepare your home for the cold and wet months of winter. A systematic inspection of home systems and the exterior is essential to a safe and secure home. Remember,
Backyard Cottages
In the past, backyard cottages were sometimes designed for seasonal guests or an elderly parent. They were often quaint dwellings with one or two bedrooms with a small deck and perhaps a garden. Cottages provided
Staying Cool
In some areas of Canada, an air conditioner is de rigueur equipment to keep cool in the humid months of July and August. In other areas, such as the West Coast, air conditioning is considered
Quiet Appreciation
Studies have shown that long-term exposure to background noise can affect our health, our sleep, and even lead to serious problems such as cardiovascular disease. Luckily, there are things you can do to minimize noise
Feng Shui Starter
When you've tried arranging your furniture in every position around the room, and you're still not sure of the best place for the couch or the TV, maybe it's time to try a Feng Shui
Kitchen Trends
Over the past 20 years, many homes in North America have been converted to, or built with, open concept kitchen-living spaces. This is partly in response to the demand for larger homes and, subsequently, creative