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Leave it to Bryan: Outdoor Oasis

Posted By Bryan Baeumler

Friday, May 24, 2013 4:52 PM EDT

As featured in the May 27th issue of Maclean’s Written by Bryan BaeumlerEdited by Chris Daniels Inspired homeowners continue to push the boundaries of outdoor living. In an uncertain economy when...

3 Revolutionary Outdoor Fire Pits

Posted By Judith Mackin

Friday, May 24, 2013 9:46 AM EDT

As the maker of one of the three products featured in this week's column rightly notes on their website: “Too often we let our sense of style and design stop at the backdoor.” Well, if so, the fault lies not so...

5 Ways to Create Backyard Shade

Posted By Gabrielle Johnson

Thursday, May 23, 2013 10:52 AM EDT

Throwing shade isn’t always a bad thing. When temperatures soar this summer, you’ll feel grateful to have invested in a cooling, shadow-casting structure or accessory that will transform your backyard from desert...

Create a Stylish Canadian Cottage

Posted By Rebecca Burstein, Jr. Editor

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 1:13 PM EDT

The only thing better than an out-of-the-city cottage is a retreat designed with style. Thanks to these five decorating tips from Andrew Bockner, co-owner and designer of Andrew Richard Designs, you can turn your...

5 Fun Garden Planters

Posted By Rebecca Burstein, Jr. Editor

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 9:07 AM EDT

If you’re anything like our HGTV.ca team, getting elbows-deep in the garden has been on your mind lately. So while you’re getting those backyards, balconies, or decks in tip-top shape to start planting, we found five...

DIY Photo Transfer Art

Posted By Renee Elliott

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 3:51 PM EDT

I’ve always wanted to give photo transferring a try and lately I’ve been obsessed with Instagram (like most of the world), so I thought I would combine the two. I love the worn out vintage effect this project resulted in...