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Industrial chic living Plow factory converted into condos CARISSA HALTON EDMONTON JOURNAL In the heart of Edmonton’s warehouse district, Bob Lalonde’s condo is a twostorey loft as unique as the rookie hockey cards and art he collects. The 1928 brick and heavy timber building that houses it was the John Deere Plow Company factory until 2001, when it was converted into condos. Lalonde’s 1,500-square-foot unit has 14-foot ceilings, original wood timbers and a huge 400-square-foot deck (which he plans to enclose in glass). A spiral metal staircase connects its two floors. The main floor contains an office at the

front and open living space at the back. On the lower level is his bedroom, complete with a custom-built platform bed and dresser, and a second bathroom. A project manager in the oil and gas industry, Lalonde is only home for roughly five days a month. Despite that, he wanted to build a home base in the city that is central to most of his work. When he bought the condo in 2009, laminate was laid over the original factory hardwood and the walls of dark blue and red made the place appear half the size. It took him 2½ weeks to repaint with a light beige that reflects the light from the east-facing wall of windows. Then in late 2012, he embarked on a major renovation. From the floor, he pulled laminate, plywood subfloor and 2,500 wood screws to uncover hardwood.

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A coat of light beige paint began the transformation of Bob Lalonde’s historic 1,500-square-foot two-storey condo that has 14-foot ceilings, original wood timbers and a huge 400-square-foot deck.

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Lalonde Custom condo CONTINUED FROM F1 It was exactly as he had hoped: tattered, beat and burnt. He managed to retain that factory floor flavour even after additional sanding and filling. Designer Michelle Law is another tenant in the building who Lalonde met by chance, and for much of the past two years she has worked to merge Lalonde’s eclectic collections with the industrial design esthetic. She’s designed a number of custom furniture pieces (storage benches and a barn door-style mirror, for example) and commissioned carpenter Entertainment Woodcraft and ironworker Jack Lumber Co. to build them. Law has also taken the many antique items Lalonde finds and made them integral to the space. For instance, Lalonde found a set of wooden and steel wagon wheels. Jack Lumber Co. welded the pieces together, then Law added glass to the top and wheels to the bottom. The result was a moving coffee table that nods to Lalonde’s value for reusing and upcycling. It also furthers his primary goal: “I wanted a space that was comfortable, cosy and inviting,” he says. Despite having spent a great deal of time and money on the condo’s features, “I didn’t want people to come here and think they couldn’t put their feet on the coffee table. If someone wants to put a glass down,

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A spiral staircase connects the floors of Bob Lalonde’s condo. I wanted them to do that.” Above the couch is a custom bookshelf Law designed. Powdercoated gas pipefittings are retrofitted with darkly stained pine boards. The shelves hold Lalonde’s treasures. He’s a collector, but not of knick-knacks. His childhood hobby of collecting hockey and baseball cards has extended into a serious adult preoccupation. He has rookie cards of Tim Horton and Gordie Howe. He owns one of the rarest collections of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins cards. Some are on display, subtly placed. He didn’t want a traditional ‘man cave’ of sports memorabilia.

Of his art collection, he says, “I got bitten by the art bug,” and on his walls, street art and gallery art coexist in a surprisingly easy harmony. Within arm’s reach of a piece titled El Bandito are works by renowned Alberta artist Jason Carter. A bear and her cub climb trees, the long, careful strokes depict a master. Zoom out and the condo that surrounds the bears has been similarly masterfully curated. Lalonde sees no end to the rigorous away schedule, but after 26 years of working in the ’patch, when Lalonde is off work he’s truly at home.

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They say, “April showers bring May flowers” but they can also bring floods. We always want to make sure our homes and surrounding property can handle the extra precipitation safely. That includes making sure our eavestroughs and gutters are clean, clear and in good working condition, having proper grading around the home, checking the foundation, and making sure any cracks are sealed and properly addressed. But sometimes no amount of preparation can stop a flood — it happens. It can simply be Mother Nature, like a huge storm. Some other culprits include tree roots and clay pipes. Many homes older than 60 years old might still have clay pipes, and if they do, spring is a high-risk time for a cracked pipe or blockage. The problem is that clay material is very brittle, and the chances of it cracking or disjoining are pretty high. When there is a leak underground, there’s water, which tree

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Get to the root of the problem with clay pipes roots actively seek out and grow toward. As roots get stronger they can penetrate that pipe and cause a blockage. The pipes might be OK for a couple of years, but it’s only a matter of time before they cause a full blockage, or they might even crack the pipe and cause a sewer backup in the basement. Eventually, a cracked clay pipe will need to be addressed, and it’s an expensive repair. The ideal approach is to excavate, replace the clay pipe with PVC, install a backwater valve and then put everything back the way it was. A fix like that can easily climb to $15,000, especially if your basement is finished. Who’s stuck with the repair bill? It depends where the crack or blockage is located — on your side or the city’s. A licensed plumber can run a video inspection and find the exact location of the blockage. If it’s on the city’s side, either you or the plumber can contact them and give them a copy of the video inspection showing the location of the blockage. Once the video is in their hands they should take care of the repair. But if the blockage is on your side, what are your options? If you can’t afford the right fix right away, the licensed plumber might suggest you try his maintenance service to trim the roots in the pipes (doing this twice a year can buy you a couple of years,

Interior designer Michelle Law, right, and Bob Lalonde, who both own condos in a converted industrial building in Edmonton, worked together on the design of his unit. Despite spending a lot of time and money on it, Lalonde wanted a space that was ‘comfortable, cosy and inviting.’

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but this is not DIY). At best it’s a temporary solution; the roots will grow back. And if the clay pipes are brittle and weak, this procedure can cause more damage. Bottom line: Once there is a crack or misalignment in the pipes with some tree root growth, you must excavate and replace the damaged section with a PVC material at some point. And whether it’s an interior or exterior excavation, always install a backwater valve. Some municipalities might even provide subsidies for installing a backwater valve, especially if you live in an area where sewer backup is common. But a backwater valve protects you only from a city sewer backup — that’s it. Don’t think it can save you from any other kind of plumbing issues, such as a blockage and backup of your own sewage. If you are house hunting and looking at homes older than 50 years hire a licensed plumber to do a video inspection of the sanitary line, also known as a drain check — that’s on top of getting a home inspection. Just because the toilets flush and the taps run, it doesn’t mean the plumbing checks out. Watch Mike Holmes on Holmes Makes It Right on HGTV. For more information visit makeitright.ca.

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Three bedroom bungalow backs onto a green space and bike path on a quiet crescent. New paint throughout. Kitchen includes oak cabinets with built-in dishwasher. The upstairs bathroom features ceramic tile, oak vanity and a jet tub. The basement has a bedroom, a three piece bathroom, laundry/ storage room and a recreation room with beautiful gas fireplace. $299,900

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3062 WASCANA GLEN $529,900 Great Wascana View bungalow with 5 bd/3 bath’s. Updated maple kitchen with moveable island. Hardwood ﬂoors. Main ﬂoor laundry. Dev bsmt. Mature yard with newer deck. Quick possession.

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152 Connaught Crescent, Crescents MLS® 531845

1609 sq ft two storey in the heart of the Crescents. This well maintained character home is in a fantastic location on a quiet crescent close to 13th Avenue, downtown, schools, parks and paths. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double detached garage. $479,900

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2009 built 3 Bedroom bungalow. Huge double lot. Oversized 2 car garage. Half a block to boat launch!

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Excellent investment property or live in one unit and rent out the other, this up and down duplex features 3 bedrooms on main unit and 2 bedrooms in lower unit, each with separate utilities and entrance, Only $349,900 FOR MORE INFO OR A PRIVATE VIEWING PLEASE CALL

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NEW LISTING - BACKS PARK LEE GRAYSON CRES. N Move in condition. 1853 sq ft Munro two storey, 2 jet tubs, totally developed home. Vaulted ceiling, oversized garage & more. $489,900 NEW - CREEKS TRIPLE GARAGE Premium 4 bedroom plus den 1967 sq ft two storey, developed basement, granite counter tops, unique bonus area. 2 fireplaces & jet tub and more. $639,900 NEW SAVANNA POINT CONDO AAA condition two storey with garage, furniture negotiable, large second level family room, clubhouse, great location.. Partly developed basement. $319,900! NEW - HARBOUR LANDING Tastefully done, 1724 sq. ft. 2 story, many upgrades, granite countertops, bonus room, triple pane windows, beautiful move in condition home backing park, transferred. $514,900

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Open ﬂoor plan. Beautiful kitchen. Private owners suite above garage. MLS®524379

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Location! Location! 2471 sq. ft. of living space. 2007 built home. Lots of character! Walk-out basement. MLS®524711 Janine Wilson 306-537-3200

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2311 MCARA ST $459,900 This 1540 sq.ft., 5 bdrm, 4 baths home is close to elementary and high schools, and amenities. Oak hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen includes glass backsplash and 4 stainless steel appliances. A rear entrance off the kitchen opens onto a large 19x12 deck which leads to the backyard space and large double car garage. The basement of this home is finished as a regulation 2 bedroom, 1 bath, self contained suite, complete with in suite laundry and 4 stainless steel appliances. Built on piles with an ICF basement and backfilled with sand, this home is solid.

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1873 sq. ft. 3 bedroom plus bonus room. Private rear yard. Extras throughout! MLS® 530672

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$389,900

1386 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, corner lot. Hardwood through main. Large deck & double detached garage! MLS® 522659 Janine Wilson 306-537-3200

1 Bdrm, NP/NS, good area, heat, water & prkng incl. $765/mo. 301 College Ave East. 306-529-0021

2BR good area, newly renovated, mature people, no pets $950 + utilities. 306-551-1451 C1132121

48 Read Ave 2 & 3 bdrm and 1 bdrm + den, 4 appl, A/C. Move-in incentive. 306-205-6225 3805 Robinson St 1 & 2 bdrm, A/C. Close to shopping & bus. 306-531-6112 1610 College Ave

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3819 CUMBERLAND ROAD

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Great bungalow in Windsor Park. 1400 square feet.5 bedrooms, 2 dens (with windows), 4 bathrooms. Open feel plan. Double attached garage. Bright open floor plan. Cathedral ceilings in living room and kitchen area. Hardwood floors. Kitchen features Large eat up island, lots of cupboard and counter space, corner pantry and good sized dining room area. Garden doors off the dining room Main floor laundry. Finished basement with 2 bedrooms. Close to elementary schools, all amenities. Great Neighborhood.

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2049 Winnepeg St . New 2 bdr main. $1200 utils included. 1215 Rae St. Large 3 BR. $1200 + utilities. 306-201-5515 / 533-5534 C1129797

3 BEDROOM FOR RENT Four appliances. One year lease. $1275/mo. Call: 306−789−2863 C1131969

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Custom built 2 + 2 bedroom bi-level. Fully ﬁnished! Bright S/W Exposure! MLS®529789

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One bedroom & den or two bedroom condo. French doors from living room to den. Open ﬂoor plan. Neutral decor thru out. Fridge, Stove, Freezer. Quick possession.

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COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY - ACREAGE 40.4 acres, presently horse operation, large barn, shop, spacious two story, beautiful acreage, 5 miles from Regina...$889,000

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Great Condo. 904 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, many upgrades, Granite counter tops, Stainless steel appliance package, underground parking, walking distance to the General Hospital and all downtown amenities, $280,000

Stunning 4 bd/3 bath home. AAA condition with cathedral ceilings, hardwood ﬂoors, open layout. Fully ﬁnished on all levels. Triple att garage!! This home is perfect for any family. Call listing agent today for your showing.

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1 bdrm, security doors & cameras, hardwood floors, A/C, reduced security deposit for seniors. 306-522-1797 70 Michener Dr 2 & 3 bdrm townhouse, basement, 5 appl, fireplace.306-789-1484 2323 Hamilton Ave 1 bdr & 2 bdrm+ 1/2 bath, fitness & sauna, heated parking, A/C. 306-347-2232 12a Barr St 2 & 3 bdrm, basement, 4 appl 306-775-0312 Sorry no pets for all bldgs C1129704

80 Angus Rd 1 bdrm - $925 306-949-3758 3871 Retallack St 2 bdrm - $995 306-586-0769 4525 Rae St 1 bdrm- $965/$975 2 bdrm - $1,220 306-502-4522 425 Rae St 2 bdrm - $1,025 seniors discount 306-352-1402 2275 Lorne St 1 bdrm - $795-$900 2 bdrm - $1,100 306-581-4737 411 Lorne St N 1 bdrm - $920 2 bdrm - $1,120 306-565-3002 1-yr Lease/no pets/ some non-smoking 586-1574/586-6909 C1045897 Angus Rd N. Adult Block, Large 2 Bdrm, 1 1 ⁄2 Bath, New Appliances. Rent $1175/mo. Call Brenda, Quality Constr. 306-535-8059. C1139882

CARRIAGE COURT 2 bedroom units, includes hot water & heat, a/c, 5 appliances, in-suite laundry, racquetball, swimming pool, parking. Sorry no pets. East location. 306-789-7614 CIR Commercial Realty Inc. o/a Colliers International

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CATHEDRAL- 1 Bdrm. Available May 1 ST. Ref's req'd. Adult Only $800. (306) 569-2515 C1134844

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WEYBURN Rent Incentives Bachelor, 2 bdrm units.Parking, coin laundry. Sorry no pets. Call 306-822-1425 CIR Commercial Realty Inc o/a Colliers International

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EASTVIEW 2 Bdrm bungalow. No bsmnt, approx 700 sqft Newly Reno'd, 4 appli. incl. $1,200/mo.+ damage deposit $1,200 & util. (306) 539-9632 C1132692

Glen Elm, 1554 Rupert St. 3bdrm main. Parking pad. Mature adults. $1100.+ utillities. Ph: 306-522-476 C1138767

PASQUA HOSPITAL AREA 2 & 3 bdrm houses. Rent starting at $1,000. Call: 306−537−8971 C1140318

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ARGYLE PARK, Room & No Bills, Fully Furnished board for senior male, Basement Suite. $700 $1000/mo. Home cooked 932 Elphinstone St. meals. Main floor in a bunJohn 306-924-5360/551-5036 galow home. Avail June 1. C1140868 (306) 545-1596 C1133774

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- Ross Industrial 1800sqft Retail/Office Call: 306-539-4642

1454/ 1156 Robinson St. room for rent $500 + shared utilities. 306-201-5515/ 533-5534

- Ross Industrial 900sqft Modern office, $1200 per month net. Call: 306-539-4642

Room for rent $600/mth includes utils. Smoker ok, N/P. Mature male. North Regina near Giant Tiger. Immediate pocession Ph:306-359-3938, cell: 306-502-3070.

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Downtown on Mcintyre St. Rent to Own- 1 Bedroom 1 bdrm- $845-$875. Premium Townhouses & condition - paint, carpet. Appls, Condo. Incl .Utilities, Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Garden Homes security, Mature tenants Security, & Parking. Close ref's required. 306-596-7080 to Southland Mall. May 1st. C1140088 GREENWOOD PLACE For details call 530-5104 First month half price! C1141068 EDINBURGH PLACE 3 Bedroom, 4 appl., University Park Adult Block, water. Sorry no pets. 2 BR, 4 appls, air conditioning, South Rae St,large 2 bdrm, 306-789-0838 balcony, parking. No pets. 3 appl AC avail June 1,heat CIR Commercial Realty 306-789-2070 water parking cable incl C1136795 Inc. o/a Colliers $1250 306−536−7792 International C1130425 C1125862 Hillsdale Area 2 BR apt. Call: (306) 584-7103 Galon Realty (306)522-6629 Commercial & Industrial Property C1132209

May 1: 2 Bdrm $975/mo. 1 Bdrm $850/mo. 306-596-8438 or 306-591-5837

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2 BR clean, security door. 1224 Retallack St. $900/month Call: (306) 533-6964

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S. ALBERT - LORD & LADY ALBERT Adult Block 1BR $840-$1,015 2BR $1,025-$1,065 H/W Inc. 306-586-6522 C1132440

SOUTH, Large & Clean 2 Bdrm, Balcony S. View, Newly Decorated, New Appliances. Parking After 11am. $1,050 Ph: (306) 591-2363/ 586-0275

SPACE FOR LEASE 196 Massey Rd.- 840 sq.ft. & 3,020 sq.ft. 16 - 1505 Aaron Dr. - Pilot Butte - 1,151.7 sq.ft. 1950 Broad St. - 2,200 sq.ft. Call now for details Adam Niesner, Jr. 569-1424 Website: www.niesner.com

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Nine design If you are starting fresh by going with a newly built home, the possibility is there for you to have the home of your dreams. Since customization is one of the many advantages of going with a truly new home, this is your chance to have your home your way. First, you can choose your own design and then your features and finishes. From flooring to paint colours, and from counter tops to kitchen cabinets, your new home can suit your tastes and lifestyle. Although this can be exciting, for some it can also seem very daunting. There are so many choices and options when it comes to design and décor — how does one even get started? Doing your research is important, and looking at the latest in home design trends is always a fun place to start. Stu Niebergall, President & CEO of the Regina & Region Home Builders’ Association (RRHBA) recently attended the 2015 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, where some of the hottest international design trends in residential construction were showcased. Niebergall takes us through the new home design trends to watch for in 2015:

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The desire for a clean, contemporary look has given rise to the handle-less kitchen. Manufacturers are using various innovations to eliminate handles and pulls from appliances, cabinetry, fixtures and more, for some of the sleekest, most-streamlined designs ever. Also, look for commercial cooking and food preparation features, as well as customizable organizational structures in appliances.

Whether it’s a room with a view or a games room, creating spaces that allow you to get away from everyday life are becoming popular. These spaces are designed to encourage relaxation and family-time or to allow one to practise their hobbies.

While cars, driveways and garages are a part of Canadian life, it seems that the car is no longer a major part of the design conversation. But, when these elements are incorporated, they are done well. Design features that seem to be taking their place are sidewalks, bike paths and community gathering spaces. While undertaking your research on home design and décor trends, be sure to visit the RRHBA website. The New Home Locator showcases the latest in Regina and area show homes. If you are looking for new ideas in home design and décor, you are sure to find them in the homes featured there. You will also find a complete list of builders who are members of the RRHBA, and plenty of helpful consumer information. Looking for the latest in home décor and design? Start with www.reginahomebuilders.com. Submitted by the Regina & Region Home Builders’ Association.

Centred bathtubs Bathrooms are continuing to become more spa-like. As a result, large, well-designed tubs are becoming the centre of attention. They are being pulled away from the wall and treated like sculptures.

Natural elements mixed with contemporary materials A softer side of modern design is evolving, as contemporary and industrial materials are beginning to mix with natural materials. Wood, steel and glass are a popular combination, allowing the best from both worlds. Modern textures are being combined with old-world or classical elements.

Indoor-outdoor living Homeowners continue to see their outdoor living space as an extension of their homes. Roof decks, California rooms and nano-walls are creating ways to make accessing nature easier during day-to-day life. Indoor to outdoor transitional spaces are showing up where weather permits by utilizing removable walls, screens and foldable walls providing a seamless transition between indoors and out. Freestanding outdoor fire pits and built-in fireplaces are also popular items for 2015.

Grand entries are not the focus Entries are still very well designed, but the amount of space allocated to the entrance is shrinking. Large pivoting doors are making grand statements, but open immediately into the main living space of the home.

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White on white in the kitchen, also popular in 2014, continues to gain traction in 2015. Many kitchen designs are featuring white cabinets topped with white counter tops finished off with white backsplashes and white trim. However, all-white does not mean the same white, since variations add depth and visual appeal. White can vary from stark white to creamy, and beyond, to pale blue-gray. Industrial textures are also being introduced, but they are muted or white as well. Recessed lighting, double sinks and ample room to sit and eat are also top trends in kitchen designs.

Two islands in the kitchen Living rooms continue to be replaced by great rooms that combine kitchens and family rooms, with plenty of room to do everything from homework to entertaining.The popular open living/ cooking/dining spaces are lending themselves to more creative and casual spaces. Back-to-back islands and side-by-side islands are showing up in all styles of homes — one island for cooking and preparing food, and the other for serving food and dining.

A newly built home is built to fit your lifestyle Where you travel back to the prehistoric era Fairchild Park is the recipient of the 2014 RRHBA Best Landscape Project. This award winning park is conveniently located next to the school opening in 2017.

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Beach said all rooms need dimmers to control glare and adjust lighting levels for differing times of day or functions. Adding a dimmer is an inexpensive, DIY project. It also helps if you have lamps that work on a switch. Another tip is to install lights that work on sensors and activate when you walk by them or wave your hand. “My philosophy is that you can never have too much lighting,” she said. “You can always bring it down.” And, especially because lighting affects our moods, dimmers are definitely needed to achieve the spa experience in a bathroom. In a kitchen, there should be under-cabinet lighting in addition to overhead lighting and accent lights, such as canned or recessed lights or pendants over an island or dining table, Dostal said. “It’s important to have task lighting,” she said. “Now we have the LED strip lighting under the cabinet. It’s commonplace for kitchen designers to add task lighting under cabinets.” Track or pendant lights are options to highlight artwork, shelves or custom-made cabinetry, Dostal said. LED lighting has come a long way and has many benefits for consumers. They last longer than regular bulbs and save on energy costs. “The key to that, especially for the baby boomers, is you don’t have to constantly change it. You may have to change it once every two years,” she said. “Now you can have more of a warm colour to the LEDs and they’re smaller, as well. So they don’t take up much room but they give you so much light.” For reading purposes or computer work, Beach recommends wall sconces or lamps with a swing arm, rather than a lamp on a night stand or end table, so you can move the arm over a book, desk or laptop. Most people don’t have a dedicated spot where they work anymore, and with that comes inadequate lighting. If the computer is the brightest thing in the room and there isn’t any other complementary lighting, it’s very hard on one’s eyes, Beach said. “It produces glare, a lot of grey all around,” she said.

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Every room should have all three types of lighting: overhead, task and ambient. One overhead light source is never enough; it creates shadows in the corners. The main overhead light in every room should work on a dimmer. Wire lamps to work on a switch so you can easily turn them on/off when you enter or exit. Install lights that work on a sensor and activate when you walk by or wave your hand in front of them. You can put them along a baseboard or above a kitchen sink. A wave light switch allows for messy hands or even those with limited mobility or reach (those with arthritis or children) to activate. Stairways need to be well-lit at the top and bottom to prevent trips and falls. Lighting styles depend on personal preference and the overall look of the room. A good lamp is an investment that matters. Lamps are the jewelry of a room. Buy beautiful, and buy quality lamps. They last forever. Position lamps in a triangle. For example, two lamps on either side of the sofa and a floor lamp opposite. The eye always goes where the light is, so lamps should be spread out near the corners of the room and illuminate at or below eye level. Lighting affects how colours look in a room, so choose your light bulbs carefully. Halogen lighting is the whitest, but it gives off heat. Avoid fluorescent because it casts a cold, sickly tone. LED is a bright light and is energy efficient, but it doesn’t have the spread. All kitchens need lighting under cabinets and over sinks, stoves and work areas; pendant lighting works well over bars, islands and dining tables. Bathrooms should have a main overhead, wall sconces beside the medicine cabinet or mirror and every tub or shower should have a light. Don’t skimp on lighting. Luxury doesn’t have to mean expensive; good lighting is part of luxury living. Lighting must be prioritized in a budget for downsizing to a condo, remodelling or new construction.

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chandelier or ceiling fixture, wall sconces or pendant lighting for ambient lighting, and lamps for task, mood or accent lighting. But many contractors and homeowners skimp on lighting and don’t install adequate fixtures in both new construction and home remodelling projects, said Mitzi Beach, an interior designer from Wichita, Kan., and 2014 High Point Style Spotter who specializes in the baby boomer market. “Most people cut the budget because it’s usually at the end of a project,” she said. “Lighting, I believe, is our most neglected design element. If they haven’t changed their lighting and evaluated their lighting sources, it’s prudent to do so, to step back objectively and say ‘Is this enough?’” The biggest reason is safety. Appropriate lighting is critical for any room and for any and all ages, but especially for the 78 million baby boomers, Beach said. “At 50-plus, we see 40 per cent less light than we did at 20 years old. And yet, the majority of homes have not upgraded their lighting to meet the challenge of seeing better for a better and safer quality of life,” Beach added. Many people are living in under-lit homes, either because a main overhead light was never installed, or they use lamps in lieu of a bright overhead light to create ambiance. “A lot of the clients I have complain about their basic lighting in a room,” said Rose Dostal, a license architect and founder of RMD Designs in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio, area. “Like in the bedrooms, it used to be that you wouldn’t have any general lighting. You put your lamps by the side of the bed.” One main source isn’t sufficient, especially in kitchens and living rooms, because it creates shadows in all four corners, Beach said. Plus, there is a tendency to keep overhead lights off because they are so bright, and use lamps. But that often isn’t bright enough and can lead to trips and falls.

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Beach said all rooms need dimmers to control glare and adjust lighting levels for differing times of day or functions. Adding a dimmer is an inexpensive, DIY project. It also helps if you have lamps that work on a switch. Another tip is to install lights that work on sensors and activate when you walk by them or wave your hand. “My philosophy is that you can never have too much lighting,” she said. “You can always bring it down.” And, especially because lighting affects our moods, dimmers are definitely needed to achieve the spa experience in a bathroom. In a kitchen, there should be under-cabinet lighting in addition to overhead lighting and accent lights, such as canned or recessed lights or pendants over an island or dining table, Dostal said. “It’s important to have task lighting,” she said. “Now we have the LED strip lighting under the cabinet. It’s commonplace for kitchen designers to add task lighting under cabinets.” Track or pendant lights are options to highlight artwork, shelves or custom-made cabinetry, Dostal said. LED lighting has come a long way and has many benefits for consumers. They last longer than regular bulbs and save on energy costs. “The key to that, especially for the baby boomers, is you don’t have to constantly change it. You may have to change it once every two years,” she said. “Now you can have more of a warm colour to the LEDs and they’re smaller, as well. So they don’t take up much room but they give you so much light.” For reading purposes or computer work, Beach recommends wall sconces or lamps with a swing arm, rather than a lamp on a night stand or end table, so you can move the arm over a book, desk or laptop. Most people don’t have a dedicated spot where they work anymore, and with that comes inadequate lighting. If the computer is the brightest thing in the room and there isn’t any other complementary lighting, it’s very hard on one’s eyes, Beach said. “It produces glare, a lot of grey all around,” she said.

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Every room should have all three types of lighting: overhead, task and ambient. One overhead light source is never enough; it creates shadows in the corners. The main overhead light in every room should work on a dimmer. Wire lamps to work on a switch so you can easily turn them on/off when you enter or exit. Install lights that work on a sensor and activate when you walk by or wave your hand in front of them. You can put them along a baseboard or above a kitchen sink. A wave light switch allows for messy hands or even those with limited mobility or reach (those with arthritis or children) to activate. Stairways need to be well-lit at the top and bottom to prevent trips and falls. Lighting styles depend on personal preference and the overall look of the room. A good lamp is an investment that matters. Lamps are the jewelry of a room. Buy beautiful, and buy quality lamps. They last forever. Position lamps in a triangle. For example, two lamps on either side of the sofa and a floor lamp opposite. The eye always goes where the light is, so lamps should be spread out near the corners of the room and illuminate at or below eye level. Lighting affects how colours look in a room, so choose your light bulbs carefully. Halogen lighting is the whitest, but it gives off heat. Avoid fluorescent because it casts a cold, sickly tone. LED is a bright light and is energy efficient, but it doesn’t have the spread. All kitchens need lighting under cabinets and over sinks, stoves and work areas; pendant lighting works well over bars, islands and dining tables. Bathrooms should have a main overhead, wall sconces beside the medicine cabinet or mirror and every tub or shower should have a light. Don’t skimp on lighting. Luxury doesn’t have to mean expensive; good lighting is part of luxury living. Lighting must be prioritized in a budget for downsizing to a condo, remodelling or new construction.

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chandelier or ceiling fixture, wall sconces or pendant lighting for ambient lighting, and lamps for task, mood or accent lighting. But many contractors and homeowners skimp on lighting and don’t install adequate fixtures in both new construction and home remodelling projects, said Mitzi Beach, an interior designer from Wichita, Kan., and 2014 High Point Style Spotter who specializes in the baby boomer market. “Most people cut the budget because it’s usually at the end of a project,” she said. “Lighting, I believe, is our most neglected design element. If they haven’t changed their lighting and evaluated their lighting sources, it’s prudent to do so, to step back objectively and say ‘Is this enough?’” The biggest reason is safety. Appropriate lighting is critical for any room and for any and all ages, but especially for the 78 million baby boomers, Beach said. “At 50-plus, we see 40 per cent less light than we did at 20 years old. And yet, the majority of homes have not upgraded their lighting to meet the challenge of seeing better for a better and safer quality of life,” Beach added. Many people are living in under-lit homes, either because a main overhead light was never installed, or they use lamps in lieu of a bright overhead light to create ambiance. “A lot of the clients I have complain about their basic lighting in a room,” said Rose Dostal, a license architect and founder of RMD Designs in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio, area. “Like in the bedrooms, it used to be that you wouldn’t have any general lighting. You put your lamps by the side of the bed.” One main source isn’t sufficient, especially in kitchens and living rooms, because it creates shadows in all four corners, Beach said. Plus, there is a tendency to keep overhead lights off because they are so bright, and use lamps. But that often isn’t bright enough and can lead to trips and falls.

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Bedding doesn’t have to match the wallpaper, but you will create a more restful bedroom if the colours on your feature wall and bedding work together. pattern would be on the wall behind your bed where you can enjoy it when you walk into your room without it energizing you when it’s time to sleep. As far as bedding goes, you don’t have to match the wallpaper, but you will create a more restful bedroom if the colours on your feature wall and bedding work together. The photo here is from the Ikea Quick & Easy Room Makeover series (ikea. hgtv.ca) in which I helped three couples use textiles to completely change a room. In this bedroom, our jumping-off point was Farrow & Ball’s Ocelot wallpaper. The neutral-toned leopard wallpaper print made Ikea’s sandy-coloured Malou duvet a natural choice. We also played up the gold iridescence in the wallpaper by adding Ikea’s Dvala pale yellow pillowcases, and vibrant yellow cushions made from their Stockholm metered fabric. The colours are not an ex-

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able, beautiful and safe. The ledger board on the side of the house allows a deck to be attached securely to the house. As you can see, the majority of your deck will become walking space leading out to your yard, making it difficult to have any room for sitting space. The deck provides access to the backyard and can serve as a location for the barbecue. Be careful not to place your barbecue in a spot on the deck that will melt siding or allow smoke

into the house through a window. A large, low pot provides some annual colour on the deck, and it provides a better option than a number of smaller pots to retain a nice, clean look. Lay out the patio with string or garden hose and then plan your furnishings. Keep in mind you will need to allow space for people walking through the patio. If the yard faces south, it would be beneficial to plant a tree on the south or west side of the patio to provide

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