The Home News AURORA - SEP14

ISSUE 09 | 2014

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thehomenews.ca PRESIDENT James Baker james@thehomenews.ca CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Stacey jason@homenewscreative.com

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CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana Sedlak Tim Frankiw

KID FRIENDLY SPACES

ADVERTISING SALES Ian Raymond ian@thehomenews.ca

When designing a kid-friendly room, it’s important to keep in mind not only the purpose of the room (study, fun, sleep, etc.) but the age of the occupant, his or her interests as well as incorporating fun into the design. Here are some tips to get you started.

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FALL GARDENING

Autumn provides optimum weather and ample opportunity to keep growing and harvesting delicious, healthy produce well into the season. Here’s how to make the most of fall season gardening.

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BATHROOM UPGRADES

No one ever said “trendy” translates to “cheap.” Yet when it comes to on-trend, luxury upgrades, you don’t have to spend like a diva to make your bathroom look and function like a designer’s dream.

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Creating a

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ould a great study space ease your child's transition from summer to school? Perhaps an awesome lounge area could convince your teens - and all their friends - that your house is the best hangout spot ever. Whatever your objectives, a few design and decorating tricks can help you create a kid-friendly space in your home.

The basics of good design that make grown-up spaces appealing also work for children's spaces. When designing a kid-friendly room however, it's important to keep in mind not only the purpose of the room (study, fun, sleep, etc.) but the age of the occupant, his or her interests as well as incorporating fun into the design.

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Consider \creating a theme.

Kids of all ages love themes. To decide which one might be right for your project, consider things your child has shown an enduring interest in.

For example, she may be into princesses right now and hate the theme next year. On the other hand, if she's always loved the colour pink and has a passion for animals, those elements could be worked into a theme that she'll appreciate for years to come.

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Choose flooring that fulfills multiple needs.

Carpeting absorbs sound (for when kids play loud video games or music) and is comfortable for youngsters who like to sit or lie on the floor while they do homework, read, watch TV or socialize. What's more, it's available in virtually every hue and pattern imaginable, ensuring you'll find something that appeals to both your design sense and your child's tastes. Stain-resistant formulas and durable fibers ensure modern carpeting can stand up to the rigors of use in a child's room. And, according to the Carpet & Rug Institute, properly cleaned carpet can maintain indoor air quality, making it a viable choice for families impacted by asthma and allergies.

A child's space needs lighting.

As you're choosing lighting, keep in mind how your child will use the room. If he will be doing homework, task lighting and desk lights will illuminate study areas. Will the room be a movie room or a "hangout" for older teens? Recessed and dimmable lighting may be appropriate. Don't forget to include natural light in your illumination plans. Avoid heavy drapery. Instead, opt for bright colours and lightweight materials for window treatments so windows admit ample light. If you have a larger budget, consider adding a skylight to provide light while preserving privacy.

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Organization is key in a child's room.

Depending on the size of the room and how it will be used, shelving, portable cubes, book cases and other furnishings can provide plenty of storage space. For desks, look for desktop organizers that will keep important papers and supplies tidy and close at hand.

By helping kids stay organized now, you'll be laying the foundation for a lifetime of good organizational skills.

Remember the fun factor.

Whatever the purpose of a child's room, fun should be a universal ingredient. You can infuse fun in a room in many ways, from creating a video game center for lounge rooms to choosing colourful, texturally appealing carpeting for a bedroom. A touch of whimsy, such as a swing hung from the ceiling or a wall mural of your child's favourite cartoon character, can produce smiles every time kids see them.

With some creativity and the right decorating materials, it's possible to create a space that will make children comfortable, happy and ready to tackle the new school year. THN Courtesy of BPT

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Steps to the beach with private access! Large lot with endless possibilities to expand or add on. 2 decks with walk-out from master and family room.

Exposed beams, large windows and board and batten style gives this home a delightful country setting. Enjoy a short walk to popular bistro on the water. 57Rosehill.com

4.48 acre estate building lot at end of prestigious court in a family friendly neighbourhood. Take advantage of the strong development trend north.

Conveniently located within minutes from the new Queensville 404 extension.

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2 storey in industrial condo unit 2 minutes from Hwy 404 in Aurora. $$ spent on upgrades. Large 740 sq ft warehouse with 22’ ceiling and 12’ x 12’ drive-in overhead door and epoxy floor. Main floor has 4 office (expandable to 6) 2pc bath, kitchenette tile flooring. 2nd floor has 3 enclosed offices, meeting room bamboo flooring and access to warehouse. 125DonHillock.com

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Renovated 2-storey on .46 acre modern eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Exquisite main floor trim and family room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and bay window. Spacious living room with separate dining room being used as office. Master bedroom with 3pc ensuite and walk-in closet. Steps to school. 3JamesPlace.com

The wrap around porch is perfect for relaxing on those warm summer nights.

With abundant counter space, this bright open concept and spacious kitchen is perfect for the chef of the house. Sun filled walk-out basement with above grade windows. Second floor laundry, steel roof. Just minutes to highway 404 and all amenities. 5550Davis.com

The family room boasts stone fireplace with hardwood & walk-out to balcony.

Master features w/i closet 4pc ensuite & hardwood. The above grade basement offers living room, bed and rec room with hardwood, wet bar, stone fireplace and w/o to patio. Covered party patio with waterfall, outdoor f/p and built-in bbq. Mins from shopping, schools, parks and all amenities. 1ArthurEvans.com

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Completely renovatedwith large living room featuring vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace and large window. Kitchen boasts built-in appliances, wainscoting and 2 walk-outs to decks. Main floor bedrooms with hardwood, large closets, fresh paint and 3pc master ensuite. Professionally finished basement with new broadloom, bedroom and rec room. Minutes from schools. 351Hwy47.com

Uniquely designed, fully renovated, circular home with centre staircase on 8.48 acres of mature trees. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, large domed skylight, two private driveways and fabulous forest views. Above grade basement enjoys private driveway and separate entrance. 5282Davis.com

Open concept floor plan with entertaining size kitchen cathedral ceiling family room and walk-out to large deck. Hardwood throughout main floor.

All bedrooms enjoy walk-in closets and ensuites. New professionally finished basement with 2 bedrooms, games room, rec room and rough-in kitchen.

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On private treed 3 acres with 2 streams and pond. Renovated kitchen and bathrooms, walnut flooring and doors throughout. Fully finished lower level with large windows and multiple walk-outs. 2-tier deck, gazebo, 6-car garage and indoor workshop. Located in Newmarket, minutes to hospital, Fairy Lake, Highway 404 and all amenities.

Pool and landscaping, 2 sided cabana and covered outdoor living room with fireplace. Living room with hardwood floor, coffered ceiling and fireplace.

Kitchen boasts granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Master enjoys oversized windows, hardwood and 5-piece ensuite. Located just 17 mins north of Hwy 407 near Hwy 48, 404 and all amenities. 47Ogden.com

Elegantly detailed “Williamsburg colonial” design with 4 bedroom in-law suite featuring kitchen, laundry, family room, separate entrance and walkout. Main floor master with 5pc ensuite, kitchen with breakfast area/centre island. Beautifully landscaped private courtyard with terrace surrounded by mature trees. Just minutes to Highway 404 extension at Ravenshoe 2014.

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Soaring ceilings, multiple two-storey windows, panoramic decks, 2nd storey enclosed sunroom and interior walkway with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Nature views of rolling perennial landscape and mature forest with waterfall and walking trails. Unfinished main floor area with separate entrance can be used for inlaw suite or huge home office! 3424Vandorf.com

On private treed 1.5 acres, backs to ravine. Main floor master with walk-in closet and 5-piece ensuite. 3 large loft bedrooms all with ensuites and walk-in closets. Basement with rec room, games room, 2-sided fireplace, kitchen, wet bar, 2 bedrooms and bath. Located in trail of the woods enclave, minutes to Highway 404, 48 and all amenities. 73Greenvalley.com

Detailed custom-built bungalow with breathtaking forest views and 5-car oversized garage. Coffered ceilings, limestone fireplaces, amazing crown moulding, pillars, dream kitchen and finished walk-out basement. Minutes to Aurora, Highway 404, 48 and all amenities. 15198Kennedy.com

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Luxurious 3,060 sq ft 2-storey with 2-storey family room with hardwood, fireplace and huge windows. The kitchen boasts breakfast bar, granite countertops and breakfast area with walk-out to deck. Master suite with fireplace, multiple windows and 5pc ensuite. Backyard oasis with pool, deck, patio and cabana with wet bar, hydro and 2pc bathroom. 55Glengordon.com

Exquisite 2-storey dining room, formal living room and spacious family room, all with fireplaces. Master bedroom boasts his and her baths. 5 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms with 2nd floor loft. Modern kitchen with breakfast bar opens to enclosed sunroom. Backyard oasis in prestigious Aurora estate area minutes to Main Street, and private schools. 2Jarvis.com

Stylish 4,729 sq ft 2-storey with winding driveway. Unique main floor open concept layout. Upper level library, built-in cabinetry, 2 balconies overlooking pond, 5 bathrooms, and fabulous master suite. Bright professionally finished basement with two walk-outs. Located in the Stouffville estate area within 5 minutes to Highway 404 and all amenities. 4001Vandorf.com

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Stunning home on 1.84 acres of mature trees. 2 storey family room and foyer.

Loft with 2nd kitchen, 4 piece ensuite and separate entrance. Professionally landscaped backyard with inground pool and patio. Minutes to Highway 404, 48, and all amenities. 4PercyWright.com

Finished walk-out basement on 2 treed acres in Stouffville estate. Modern kitchen with centre island and walk-in pantry, 2-storey family room and formal living and dining rooms. 1,056 square foot 2nd storey, 1 bedroom separate entrance apartment with large living, dining, kitchen, breakfast area and laundry. 37Elia.com

Elegantly appointed 4,650 square foot bungalow with soaring ceilings and the finest finishes. Main floor 10’+, waffle, coffered and cathedral ceilings, 8’ doors, oversized kitchen with 2-sided butler’s servery, 4 fireplaces. Heated floors in 9’ walk-out basement. 2WolfRun.com

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Finely crafted 5,226 sq ft, all stone, Georgian style estate with breathtaking views. Formal living and dining rooms, dream kitchen, 6 fireplaces, sun-filled professionally finished walk-out basement, his & her 4-car garage, winding driveway and fountain. Sits on 2 acres and backs onto conservation area.

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Luxurious 5-bedroom hilltop mansion backs to forest in prestigious Trail of the Woods enclave. Enjoy a 5-car garage, 2-storey family room, dream kitchen, oversized formal foyer and 1,200 sq ft loft perfect for entertaining and home business. Minutes to Highway 404. 25SandyRidge.com

2.3 acres with mature trees, Gunite pool, waterfall, cabana and 12’ professionally finished basement with heated floors. Minutes to Highway 404 and all amenities. Soaring ceilings, 3 fireplaces, huge kitchen open to family room, main floor master suite, home theatre, sauna and steam shower. 1WolfRunCourt.com

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Some gardeners assume that when fall arrives and kids return to school, they’ll have less time to garden, and may experience less success from their garden plots. But cooler temperatures and fall conditions can actually make gardening easier and more enjoyable.

Many of fall’s best-producing vegetables are also colourful, making them great additions to flower beds and containers.

If you loved summer gardening, you can keep your garden growing right through fall.

Here’s how to make the most of fall season gardening: SIZE UP THE SOIL Most vegetable plants require full sun for six or more hours a day, and because fall provides a bit less sunlight than summer, you may need to relocate your plot to make the most of shorter days. If moving your garden isn’t an option, you can still take full advantage of sunshine by planting veggies in containers or by creating a raised bed in a sunny spot.

If you’ll be reusing your summer garden plot, remove any leftover debris. Don’t forget to pull up weeds before they go to seed. Fluff any compacted soil with a garden fork. Next, test the soil to see if any amendments are needed. Even if your soil is in good shape, adding a 2-inch layer of bagged compost or a balanced, natural fertilizer can give plants a boost.

Be prepared for frost. Keep materials on hand to protect plants when frost threatens, such as floating row cover, a cold frame or a cloche. On frosty, cold nights, move container plants to a protected spot. Keep up on the news for weather developments or check online, so you will know when the frost might hit.

PICK YOUR PLANTS While crops like strawberries and tomatoes have faded to sweet summer memories, many plants thrive in fall.

To ensure a successful harvest, it’s important to pick the right plants and give yourself a jump start by using transplants, rather than starting off with seeds. Planting six-week-old transplants ensures you’ll have the best opportunity to take advantage of fall’s shorter season, and you’ll harvest sooner than if you plant from seed.

Garden retailers will have transplants intended to grow well during the specific growing season and are suited for your geographic region. Seasonally appropriate transplants ensure you’ll have greater success in your garden.

An added bonus of fall planting is that many cool crops are also packed with nutrition and are among the healthiest vegetables you can eat. » thehomenews.ca

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Choose hardy crops that can withstand light frost and temperatures as low as 0°C. Hardy favourites for fall include:

Broccoli

This versatile veggie is packed with vitamins K, C and A, and is a good source of folate.

Grilled Leeks with Feta,Cherry Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cabbage

A staple of Oktoberfest celebrations across the country, cabbage comes in several varieties, all of which are high in beta-carotene, vitamins C and K and fiber.

Kale

Some varieties of kale, like Winterbor Kale, actually taste better when kissed by frost. A prolific producer, kale thrives in fall gardens and is a good source of vitamins A, C, K and B6, as well as manganese.

Leeks

Prized by gourmets for their milder flavour, this member of the onion family is frost-tolerant in all but the coldest planting zones. The health benefits of all onions are well documented, and leeks also add a pop of bright colour to culinary dishes.

Spinach

This nutrient-rich green does as well in fall’s cooler temperatures as it does in summer heat. Spinach will continue to produce throughout the season, providing a tasty source of vitamins A, C, K and E, as well as the minerals iron, potassium and magnesium.

The end of summer doesn’t have to herald the end of your garden harvest and enjoyment, or a return to the grocery store produce aisle. With the right fall crops, you can achieve a satisfying, healthful harvest throughout the fall. THN Courtesy of BPT

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BATHROOM UPGRADES that don't cost a bundle

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o one ever said "trendy" translates to "cheap." Yet when it comes to on-trend, luxury upgrades, you don't have to spend like a diva to make your bathroom look and function like a designer's dream. From skylights to shower seats, some of the hottest bathroom trends of 2014 are surprisingly affordable to accomplish.

Home website Houzz polled users and asked what bathroom upgrades they most desired. Many of the answers were both luxurious and affordable (like skylights and double-flush toilets). Others were downright easy, such as towel warmers and foot rests in the shower. Here are five hot bathroom improvement trends and some ideas for incorporating them into your home:

SKYLIGHTS Many Houzz respondents said they would like a skylight in their bathroom.

They're definitely on to something. In rooms where privacy is a concern, skylights can provide both natural light and ventilation without exposing your personal business to the neighbours. They create a major "wow" factor and can be quite practical. Try an Energy Star Qualified, No-Leak, Solar-Powered, Fresh-Air skylight. They can help trim electricity costs by providing natural light and passively venting moist, warm air from the room. You can create a big impact for a small price with a makeover that only takes a couple of days.

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LIGHTED VANITY MIRROR In keeping with the lighting theme, 41 percent of polled respondents said they would like a lighted vanity mirror.

Home improvement stores, design studios and online retailers carry a wide variety of options in shapes, sizes, styles and light sources (LED, CFL or incandescent) to suit virtually every taste. Because installing a lighted vanity mirror is a simple do-it-yourself job, it's also a very lowcost improvement that has a big impact on a bathroom's appearance and usability. With such a huge variety, it's possible to find a mirror that will fit your budget, whether it's less than $100 or more than $1,000.

DOUBLE-FLUSH TOILET The ongoing trend of making homes greener may have helped inspire the 23 percent of Houzz fans who said they want a double-flush toilet. Dual-flush toilets allow you to use only the water you need to get the job done - less for liquid waste, more for solids - so they contribute to a home's overall footprint and can help trim water bills. It's possible to find dual-flush options for less than $250, so they're a lower-cost upgrade to begin with. They're even more costeffective when installed by a savvy Do-It-Yourselfer.

TOWEL WARMERS Who doesn't love the comforting warmth of a towel fresh out of the dryer? Towel warmers deliver that effect without the hassle and expense of running the dryer. Wall-mounted or freestanding, plug-in or hard-wired, all towel warmers work the same way; heated bars warm towels hung on the rack, providing a cozy, warm towel every time you bathe. Plug-in versions install easily, while hard-wired ones may require professional installation. Prices can range from less than $100 to more than $600, depending on the style and features you choose.

SHOWER FOOT REST Clearly, this is one improvement that most benefits the women in a home, but 10 percent of those polled by Houzz said they wanted a foot rest in the shower. This one is such an economical improvement, you may wonder why anyone wouldn't do it.

Some suction-cup styles cost under $20. For a more refined look or enhanced sturdiness, it's possible to find one that anchors into the wall through screws, or a style built into shower surrounds. If you're redoing your shower stall, it's the perfect time to add a stylish, sturdy foot rest. THN Courtesy of BPC

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Custom Built - Central Aurora

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Situated in the heart of Old Aurora on a south facing 199’ deep lot! Great curb appeal with stone accents, large front and rear porches. Open concept layout. 9’ ceilings on main and upper levels, hardwood throughout main floor.

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