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CUSTOM HOMES

In Rosedale, making an effort to fit in10

Two new Torontonians embark on a practical plan to build a 'new' house in an old neighbourhood. They yearned for the modern simplicity of the house they had built on the West Coast. 09/05/08 12:00 AM 10

In Pictures: Rosedale modernism

HOME SALES

Toronto market still favours sellers2

Despite slowdown, lack of listings keeps prices rising. One agent says that bidding wars are less intense than they have been in previous seasons, and houses that are priced fairly are selling quickly. 09/05/08 11:46 AM 2

RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES

Popping the cork on retirement

After wrapping up a career as an airline pilot, Bill Harkley decided to launch a second career on terra firma, by starting a vineyard on Salt Spring Island. Now, five years on, Bill's ready for career No. 3 09/05/08 12:00 AM

In Pictures: Salt Spring Vineyards

HOME OF THE WEEK

A luxury home built to suit Lawrence Park's evolving tastes5

Builder Tony DeCaria has found his niche, complementing luxury homes in Toronto's well-heeled neighbourhoods with modern infill homes designed to please discerning buyers. 09/05/08 12:00 AM 5

In Pictures: Builder's home

DWELLING

A good, solid, community-minded building2

Vancouver's award-winning King David High School avoids flashy trends and gets down to beautiful basics 09/05/08 11:53 AM 2

RENO ADVENTURES

The work space is almost done

Elizabeth Rand-Watkinson

Hubby's hard at it again, this time making my home office dreams come true 09/05/08 12:00 AM

THE PERFECT HOUSE

Burlington gets an 'urban anchor'

John Bentley Mays

Architect Roland Rom Colthoff brings big-city sophistication to the 'burbs 09/05/08 12:00 AM

In Pictures: Ironstone condo

THE ARCHITOURIST

Old neighbourhoods never die - do they?1

Dave LeBlanc

Canada Post keeps Don Mills, Mimico, Weston alive, but Wexford, Leslieville and Baby Point don't fare as well... 09/05/08 12:00 AM 1

DIVINE DESIGN

Master suite meets coastal retreat

Candice Olson

A 1980s bedroom gets a much-needed makeover, thanks to a bit of island inspiration 09/05/08 12:00 AM

MAKE IT RIGHT

Water damage: What to do after the deluge

Mike Holmes

Step one: Call your insurer. Step two: Call in the contractors. 09/05/08 12:00 AM

NEW DIGS

Look west for higher-end higher density

Derek Raymaker

Halton Region often gets short shrift from condo buyers and real estate marketing gurus 09/05/08 12:29 AM

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DONE DEALS TORONTO


WINDERMERE AND THE QUEENSWAY: Close to shops, bakeries, cafés on Bloor Street and High Park


DIXON AND ROYAL YORK: A pet-friendly property with lots of outdoor space to roam


BROADVIEW AND GERRARD: 1906 cottage has a rare double-hipped roof and a wide porch


KING AND STRACHEN: A chance to get into the real estate market at an affordable price


SWANSEA: Renovated inside and out, making good use of the space


RUNNYMEDE AND BLOOR: The above-ground basement has a recreation room with a Murphy bed, office, and a rear walk-out


MARKHAM: Two-storey, semi-detached house is on a short, child-friendly cul-de-sac


STEELES AND LESLIE: The finished basement has a rec room, wet bar and nanny's quarters


QUEEN AND COXWELL: The owners redid the wiring and plumbing, and replaced the furnace and roof.


LESLIE AND EASTERN: This area is the next King West


DANFORTH AND PAPE: Five bedrooms and a detached double garage are both rare in this area


MARKHAM: Large foyer with a curved staircase, hardwood floors throughout


LESLIE AND FINCH: Three separate units in this five-level semi


YONGE AND EGLINTON: The seller provided plans and permits for a bigger house

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DONE DEALS VANCOUVER


UBC: Traditional appeal and every modern amenity


SHAUGHNESSY: Surrounded by designer gardens which include a waterfall


SOUTHLANDS: 1922 home was recently renovated while retaining original character


MOUNT PLEASANT: The dining room opens to a southern balcony via French doors.


LADNER: 892-square-foot suite has seen numerous renovations in the past five years


MARPOLE: New wood floors, new appliances and soaker tubs


KERRISDALE: Because of the size of this lot, there was a lot of interest from developers


">COAL HARBOUR: The building is a "contemporary masterpiece"


UBC: The Bristol is surrounded by Pacific Spirit Park, golf courses, beaches and UBC amenities.


KITSILANO: The master bedroom has a private patio with Inotek French doors and a spa-styled ensuite. 1


GRANDVIEW: Commercial Drive area home with 1,392 square feet.


POINT GREY: This 3,995-square-foot home was secured with a hefty bid of $100,000 over the asking price. 1


DUNBAR: This 2,011-square-foot home joins modern architecture to a classic Vancouver home.


POINT GREY: It's the first time to market for this 1973 home with extensive renovations, straddling two legal lots

Hot spots

Canada's top second-home locations2

Reno 101

To inspect or not to inspect1

Home of the week

Bricklayer's Regency cottage still a showcase

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News

New home prices show signs market is cooling19

Prices for new homes in Canada rose 0.2 per cent in March from a month earlier, and 6.1 per cent over the past year 12/05/08 8:56 AM 19

British home repossessions soar

More homes were repossessed in the first quarter than since the early 1990s, and the situation is expected to get worse 09/05/08 6:34 AM

Extreme house makeover: 24 Sussex edition80

Massive renovation would shut down prime minister's residence for a year, cost $10-million: auditor-general report 06/05/08 3:18 PM 80

Toronto Market

Earlier discussion: Is Toronto's housing boom over?

CONDO BUYER'S PRIMER: Condo life comes with strings attached3

If you can handle the rules, says one first-time buyer, a 10-minute walk to work beats hours of commuting each day. 25/04/08 12:00 AM 3

BUYING STRATEGY: How to win a bidding war44

For every offer made on a property, add $10,000 to the list price, one agent suggests. 25/04/08 12:00 AM 44

Homefront

HOMEFRONT: POOLS: For backyard swimmers, the tide is changing

Installers say pool buyers are choosing salt water over chlorine 9 to 1. The days of stinging eyes and rotting swimsuits may be over... 09/05/08 12:00 AM

Recreational Properties

COTTAGE RENTALS: Still time to find spot for summer getaway

Would-be renters troll the Net, talk to friends and turn to agencies to find perfect vacation spot. But it's a hot market 02/05/08 1:25 PM

Out of Town

OWEN SOUND: A mix of town and cottage on Georgian Bay

The small town of Owen Sound is located on Georgian Bay, at the mouth of the Sydenham River, and it straddles the sound after which it's named. 09/05/08 11:36 AM

COLLINGWOOD: Home base for winter and summer recreation

Nearby Blue Mountain offers skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and mountain biking and golfing in the summer. 02/05/08 1:31 PM

Renovations

SARAH STYLE: Here's a fresh idea: Liven up the laundry

After loathing her neglected laundry room for years, Sarah Richardson is planning to tackle her troublesome "fluff 'n' fold" and create something more stylish. 02/05/08 12:00 AM

Toronto Open Houses

Open House: For those on the go, a perfect rest stop2

Chaplin Estates is the perfect enclave for upwardly mobile professionals 10/05/08 12:00 AM 2

OPEN HOUSE: History in the re-making1

Heritage home gleams with modern charms 03/05/08 12:00 AM 1

On Site - Greater Toronto Area

MAPLE: Units with quick closings being snapped up quickly

The collection of 19 luxury freehold townhouses, called Dreamwood, is selling quickly 09/05/08 12:00 AM

RICHMOND HILL: Housing options grow in Mill Pond

A rare project offers new boutique-style townhouses that are priced under $500,000 09/05/08 12:00 AM

NEWMARKET: Bungalows, two-storeys located on ravine site

Treed streets will be lined with bungalows and two-storey houses, including some beside or backing on to a forested ravine. 09/05/08 12:00 AM

UPPER BEACHES: Church project has only 10 units

The lofts will be modern, yet authentic, within a century-old church 09/05/08 12:00 AM

On Site - Vancouver

SURREY: Whistler-inspired resort-style residences with private spa

The development is offering a resort-style residential community with all the comforts and convenience of city living while maintaining easy access to expansive green space. 09/05/08 12:46 PM

TALASA: Resort-style living made affordable

Once completed, Talasa will offer more than 2,000 homes, restaurants, retail services and a 12,000-square-foot amenity building, centred around the Sun Rivers Golf Course. 02/05/08 1:47 PM

Vacation Properties

VACATION PROPERTIES: An historic patch of old Santiago

PANAMA: A house once occupied by banana-company elite

This 1940s banana plantation home in western Panama near the Pacific coast was originally built to house upper-level managers of United Fruit Co. 02/05/08 12:00 AM