Developer Dreams of America’s Tallest Tower in Chicago
Irish developer Garrett Kelleher’s plans have one more chance to prove they haven’t been blown away just yet. Since 2007, when the company broke ground on Chicago Spire, the tallest project in the windy city, the building has not made any progress,
How do You Increase Your Home’s Value by 10 Percent? Build a Deck.
By Carson ArthurI may offend a few die-hard gardeners out there but I am one hundred percent committed to the belief that an amazing backyard is built around the useable space. If you don’t have a spot to sit outside with family and friends and enjoy the
AKB Architecture Studio Wins Best Emerging Practice
Photo by Shai GilRecently, the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) announced the 2014 winners of the OAA Awards, recognizing design excellence and innovation in the industry.Out of 170 submissions, the jury of industry peers selected the winners
Last Minute (and thoughtful) Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day!
It’s probably too late to start building the pantry or spice rack she’s always dreamed of or start customizing the closet to her likings, but here are a few ideas that will make you look thoughtful on a strict deadline!Kitchen herb garden Via
Our Top 10 Toronto Parks (in no particular order)
1) Bluffer’s Park, foot of Brimley Road: It’s beautiful — those cliffs! — and it’s lakeside, which means you can always stick a toe in to cool off. There are wonderful trails and marshlands, and it’s just commercial enough so that you can buy an ice
Five Toronto Architects Win Governor-General’s Medals
The winners of the Governor-General’s Medals in architecture were recently announced, giving praise to the best new buildings in Canada.The list of 12 awards, which are presented every two years, “recognize outstanding achievement in recently built
Voting Now Open for 2014 Pug Awards!
River City Phase 1If you’ve ever wished there was a platform to voice your opinions on the design of city developments, familiarize yourself with The Pug Awards! Inaugurated in 2005, this event was founded by Anna Simone of Cecconi Simone and Gary
MARK CULLEN: The Dirt on Spring Planting
We are approaching planting time: with many Canadians finally getting closer to the good spring weather that we have been waiting for.This is your very best opportunity to build a foundation for your garden this year that will support plant life and grow
Memories of the Royal Connaught Contest
Valery Homes and Spallacci Group have launched a nostalgic contest called “Memories of the Royal Connaught.”Paying homage to the Connaught’s rich and vibrant history as THE place to be in Hamilton, the contest requires you to share a written memory or
Windmill Group Unveils Sustainable Master-Plan for Ottawa
Known for their visionary green building practices, The Windmill Group (Windmill) submitted rezoning applications to the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau for the former Domtar lands.Windmill claims the project will be the “world’s most sustainable
