Category: Decor

Photo Gallery: Marriage Under Construction Room Transformations

Seeing as this week's epi was part one of two, I shall hold off until its conclusion to post the related behind-the-scenes video, from HGTV.ca's extensive visit with Rod and Nat. I won't leave you hanging however, so to keep the love alive here's a photo
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Bargain Saturday: Industrial Stencils Make a Strong Statement

The stencil selection at your local craft or paint store can be painfully "country." There are lots of scroll-y, floral, precious stencils out there, but I'm just not all that into them. I'm not saying I don't like floral patterns (I've got my share of
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Sarah Richardson March Makeover Madness: Round Two

Thanks to all our Facebook fans for voting on this week's Sarah Richardson Makeover Matchup ! In Round 1 , the basement/media room from season 1 beat out the above ground media room from season 2 . Round 2 brought the bathroom battle -- the master bathroom
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Makeover: An Above-Ground Income Property

While Scott McGillivray does renovate and make over a lot of basement apartments, this episode of Income Property takes place above ground . Adam is a smart guy -- not only is he a PhD student, but he purchased a triplex in an urban neighbourhood (read:
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Getaway: Las Vegas Dream Suites -- High Roller for a Day

Wynn Fairway Villa, photo courtesy of The Wynn Jessica, Elana and I recently took a caffeine-fueled jaunt to Las Vegas to attend and cover the larger-than-life home furnishings show at The Las Vegas World Market Center . As part of the offerings of the
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Sarah Richardson March Makeover Madness!

Can you feel the excitement building? Everyone's favourite designer (and HGTV's #1 host), Sarah Richardson , has a new season of Sarah's House starting this Tuesday, March 9 at 9pm ET/PT! This time, Sarah hits the country and buys a farmhouse to overhaul
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Makeover: A Basement I'd Actually Live In

The team on Income Property does some pretty amazing things with basements. That Scott McGillivray is not only one of HGTV's hotties , he's one talented host. This decrepit basement became an income suite for couple Allison and Rob who were in need of
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Real People Buying Condos: The Blind Faith of Pre-Construction

As many of us know, few things are more nerve wracking and empowering than purchasing your first home . With experts touting that getting into the market is always better sooner rather than later, there's been a country-wide boom in real estate that hasn't
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Send Us Your Design and Real Estate Dilemmas!

Got a question? Let’s open the floodgates! Send us your design and real estate dilemmas and we'll get one of our hosts to answer them! Right now we've got Scott McGillivray ready to share his expertise on anything from creating an income suite to decorating
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Getaway Spotlight: Where to Stay in Sunny San Diego

Picture this: a sunny city with beaches and one of the most agreeable climates in the the world, bursting with culture, a dynamic restaurant scene, and a plethora of luxurious and unique hotels. Though the official name for this incredible vacation destination
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Getaway Question of the Week: Do You Still Buy Souvenirs?

Do people still do that? I mean, really, what can you buy for under $10 that won't look cheap? And let's be honest here, nobody spends more than $10 for a souvenir because if they do, it ceases to be a souvenir and becomes a gift. I do, however, understand
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Video Tour: Luxury Bathroom at Canada's 1st Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver - With a Surprise!

Yesterday I posted a video tour of my luxury one-bedroom suite at Canada's first Shangri-La property, in Vancouver. There was so much to note about my suite that I had to present the video to you in two parts. Today, I give you the second and final installment
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Video Tour: A Luxury Suite at Canada's 1st Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver

The Shangri-La towering above the skyline, to the right of the frame. I reeeeeally hope it's not my last time staying in such an exquisitely appointed room... The Shangri-La brand -- owner and manager of hotels, resorts and recreational clubs -- is based
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Makeover: A Warm Kitchen Transformation from the HGTV Archives

This kitchen originally appeared on The Style Dept. , a currently off-air show that followed home editor Suzanne Dimma through a makeover and magazine photoshoot. This kitchen was cramped and cluttered making it a difficult place for the homeowner's family
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15 Best Bedrooms Photo Gallery

We love looking at photos and we know you do, too. And since I'm getting over a bad stomach bug, I've been spending a lot of time in my bedroom, which brings me to today's photo gallery of 15 of the best bedrooms from shows like HGTV's Top 10 , Pure Design
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