Custom Coastal Living
A dark, 1970s build gets a bright, beachy makeover designed for aging in place.
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An Emerald-Green Gem
Take a peek into one of the prettiest — and most practical — kitchens you will ever see. A small, cramped, vintage room becomes a magical space filled with warmth and charm thanks to bold colour, gold accents and romantic details.
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The Growing Appeal of Green Roofs
A green roof carries out a number of functions. Here’s what you need to know before making this eco-friendly decision.
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Living Big in Small Spaces
Smaller spaces necessitate owning less. They can mean greater flexibility, saving money, even living more sustainably. They can also mean creating usable space where none existed.
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Victoria’s first Design festival returns May 9-12 for its second year
Explore the city’s design sector with dozens of free events *SPONSORED ARTICLE Much like its residents, Victoria’s reputation for design is humble yet strong. The city boasts an incredible range…
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It’s Time to Rethink Clocks
As we fall back this weekend — wait, weren’t we going to do away with this time-change business? — it seems, well, timely to look at how to work timepieces…
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CARE Winners Announced
Builders association names the best achievements in home design and construction Build it, and they will come. The who’s who of Victoria’s booming construction, design and renovation industry gathered on…
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A Dream for Two
This mid-century Oak Bay reno brings a mother and daughter functional living, freedom to play and the chance to connect to what matters most By Danielle Pope | Photos by Mary…
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Getting Social with Spruce
PHOTOS BY MEGAN WILSON When Spruce magazine recently invited the who’s who of Victoria’s design and build community to an after-work social, it was only fitting that they’d gather in…
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Cedar Therapy
Locally made, cedar barrel saunas combine health benefits with backyard luxury. Heat therapy isn’t a new concept to those living on the West Coast, but the idea of having your…
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