What’s the Impact of Your Commute?
By Penny MunozIf you’re one of Toronto’s average commuters, Statistics Canada data reveals that you’re spending approximately 32 minutes in the car, every day. That’s seven minutes over the national standard! For those who use the Gardiner or the DVP on
MARK CULLEN: Amaryllis Add Much Needed Colour to Your Home
By Mark CullenWith a winter wonderland outdoors, gardeners are looking for ways to grow blooms indoors. I always recommend growing an amaryllis. They are easy to grow and provide an outstanding show.The giant, chunky bulb that you can buy at garden
Cancelled Concept for Super Tall Tower in Dubai
Via Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill ArchitectsDon’t get your hopes up, this interesting futuristic tower was cancelled back in March 2009, but we just had to feature it as an example of architects thinking outside the box.1 Dubai was designed by Adrian Smith
Buying a Home with Bitcoin?
Before we jump into this, let’s make sure everyone understands what Bitcoin is.Bitcoin is a peer-to-peer digital currency. There’s no cash, tokens, or anything physical involved. There is also no government body powering it, so the value is determined
MAD Architects Presents New Master-Plan for China
If you’ve been paying any attention to the Greater Toronto Area condo scene over the last few years, the name Ma Yansong is probably familiar to you. He is the innovative mind from MAD Architects behind Mississauga’s Absolute Towers (nicknamed Marilyn
Is Technology a Selling Point for Buyers?
Via Chaz.Yorkville brochureRecently, the National Post published an interesting article about residential developers who are “wiring up buildings to stay competitive and click with buyers.” Basically, Canadians (and Torontonians specifically) love their
Holiday Season Activities in Toronto
By Penny MunozThe holiday season is finally upon us! And now that you’ve gotten those pesky exams out of the way, or work has come to a halt, you’ve baked enough cookies to last a lifetime, and maybe you’ve even gone to the gym a couple times (or at
Last Minute Holiday Decor Ideas!
By Penny MunozIf you’re anything like me, you’ve recently found yourself staring, mouth agape at your calendar, wondering where December went. With the holidays just around the corner, you’re probably wondering where to start. I can’t help you with gift
Our Top 5 Favourite Building Concepts of 2013
For this installment of the “Best of 2013,” we are taking a look back at some of our favourite building concepts that we came across over the last year. As you browse through our top 5 concepts, you’ll find that some of them are realistic and some are
MARK CULLEN: Let it Snow
By Mark CullenLooking for the best insulator in the business for plants – one that is free? I have it for you – Snow. It acts as an insulator and protects your garden from the cold and frost. It is important to remember that a heavy snowfall can also
