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5 TIPS for easy
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Ph. (780) 660-1026 www.fortresshomes.ca
Ph. (780) 479-6032 www.homestyleconstruction.ca
Ph. (780) 434-0923 www.innovationplus.ca
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Cover Story
5 tips for easy holiday entertaining
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In every issue
6 Editor’s Notebook HD&R features 12 Feature Second storey addition brings style, space and beauty. by Marie Soprovich
16 DIY concrete bucket stool. $10 in 10 minutes. By Renée Majeau
18 Apollo Sunrooms The difference a sunroom can make
22 RenoMark Honouring Renovation Month with Community Service Work
25 Designer Gift List By Jo Alcorn
26 Expert Advice by Shell Busey
28 Tile’s Trend Digital printing on ceramic and porcelain and the latest technology on tiles by Salina Yara Halabi
30 Decoding The Code by Michael Nyikes
Editor’s Notebook
Feeling festive
NOV - DEC 2015 VOLUME 13 ISSUE 6 President, YP NextHome
Jacqueline Hill Editor-In-Chief / Director of Content
Susan Legge Director of Sales, National
Moe Lalani National Sales Manager, Home Decor and Renovations,
THE HOLIDAYS WILL SOON BE UPON US, and it’s time to get your home ready for the season. Whether you are planning a large scale project, or just looking to add some holiday flair, this issue is full of ideas to help get you prepared for the months ahead. If you’re having party guests over this season, our cover story “5 Tips for Easy Holiday Entertaining” is a must-read. Inside, Janette Ewen, one of Canada’s leading décor and lifestyle experts, shares her surefire advice for planning and hosting a successful soiree. Need some gift inspiration? Look no further than Jo Alcorn’s “Designer Gift List”. It offers gifts that marry design and function for everyone on your list. For those who are looking for a quick and easy, not to mention economical, DIY project, Renée Majeau of City MiniMix brings us the “DIY Concrete Bucket Stool”. In mere minutes you will have a cool stool that will come in handy when unexpected guest drop by. These stools also add a touch of the hot industrial trend to any room in the house – bonus! The holidays are a time of reflection and giving thanks for all the blessings in our lives. It is also a time to give back - to our families, friends and community. A group of renovators and their suppliers belonging to the Canadian Homebuilders’ Association - Edmonton Region (CHBA-ER) Renovation Committee, did just that when they paid tribute to Renovation Month by organizing and delivering a community service project to the Pilgrims Hospice, a very deserving charity in the Edmonton area. The support from the renovators and suppliers was overwhelming, and the hospice care workers and patients are absolutely thrilled with their new space! See page 22 to read about all the amazing work done by this generous group. Whether you’re planning a small project or a major home transformation, we have the information to help you every step of the way. Heed the advice of the professionals gracing our pages, and do it right the first time. Hiring a professional means you can renovate with confidence, and that your renovation dreams can be realized. All of us at Home Décor & Renovations would like to thank our readers and advertisers for your support and wish you all the best of the season. We look forward to a great 2016! Happy Holidays & Happy Renovating!
NANCY CHEMAIT EDITOR, YP NEXTHOME nancy.chemait@ypnexthome.ca
Sales Manager, Condo Guide and GTA New Homes
Conni Robinson Art Director
Megan Pike Editor/Account Executive
Nancy Chemait 780.619.3241 Production Manager
Bala Gnanapandithan Graphic Designer
Viosa Barileva Production Co-Ordinator
Dennis Ng Contributors
Shell Busey Sara Duck Elisa Krovblit Michael Nyikes Salina Yara Halabi Marie Soprovich
Home Decor & Renovations magazine is published six times a year. Home Decor & Renovations magazine is distributed throughout Edmonton and Greater Edmonton area. This publication has been designed for the renovation market as a guide. Home Decor & Renovations magazine carefully inspects all ads for accuracy, however, the publisher and the printer shall not be responsible for any mistakes, design errors or incorrect information which is provided by the advertiser or their representative. The advertising herein, including the photographs and all artwork is the property of Home Decor & Renovations magazine and not that of the advertiser. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in Home Decor & Renovations magazine only and does not have the right to reproduce the ad in whole or in part in any other place or publication without the consent of the publisher. The entire contents of this publication are protected by copyright and are intended for the sole use of the public.
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FROM DROP-INS TO SIT-DOWN DINNERS, HOSTING EVENTS OVER THE HOLIDAY SEASON CAN BE A LITTLE OVERWHELMING. To bring ease back into the season Janette Ewen, one of Canada’s leading décor and lifestyle experts, has some foolproof hosting and decor tips to ensure that that your party season is a smashing success.
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. When planning your party, always start with a theme. A theme will shape the décor, cocktail menu, food, invites, gifts, music and even the scent of your home. This year, the top themes all have a classic or nostalgic twist. Think Charles Dickens, Hollywood in the 1950s or even a rustic cabin from the turn of the century.
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. A fun theme for the holidays is 1950s retro. I love buying vintage copies of Good Housekeeping and pulling recipes from them, such as individual turkey casseroles baked in Le Creuset ramekins. Every year I go on eBay to find vintage pieces including tableware and glasses to add that chic holiday twist.
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. Decorate a nostalgia tree. High-design trees look great but consider having a fun second Christmas tree and gather all those ornaments you made or loved as a child.
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. Break out those old records. Pick up an old-school record player online and invite guests to bring their favourite holiday albums. Some beloved classics include A Charlie Brown Christmas and Elvis’ Christmas Album.
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. Always send your guest home with a thank you gift that comes from the heart. I love giving my guests a box or tin of my favourite candy. My guests always smile when they receive them, as the box is always full of happy holiday memories.
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Feature
Second Storey Addition brings
STYLE, SPACE AND BEAUTY
BEFORE
by Marie Soprovich Owner Aquarian Renovations
I
mproving a great neighbourhood one renovation at a time is a delightful project for any renovation company and when teaming up with a homeowner who has a vision for the possible, the results are often spectacular. The draw of a desirable family neighbourhood, a promising real estate investment and a love for the renovation process as often seen on shows like " Love it or List it" or "the Property Brothers", were enough to compel Tara and Ryan Williams to see promise in the acquisition of a real " fixer upper" and make a purchase in the Glenora community. After the purchase, the new homeowners scouted out a reputable renovator who had plenty of handson experience in the remaking of this
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age and style of home in this type of neighbourhood. "We saw a number of Aquarian signs in front of some outstanding residential renovations. We looked at their website, talked to others who had worked with Aquarian and read about a number of their projects in magazines and newspapers. We recognized that they had won numerous awards for their work and decided to approach them with the opportunity of working together with us on this renovation," says Ryan. "Tara and I have owned a number of properties over the years and were quite excited to try our hand at renovating this little gem. After doing our due diligence, we selected Aquarian Renovations to work with us on this project. The results are truly award winning."
Understanding the issues of a 60 year old house and seeing obvious challenges in the structure, Aquarian immediately got to work by consulting with engineers about possibilities for this renovation. Over the years there were some settling issues in the basement and the foundation needed to be tested to ensure the structure was solid. "Before any kind of renovation of this nature is planned, foundation questions needed to be answered. Ensuring that the foundation walls are solid is one of the first things we need to look at when considering adding more weight to the house, whether that is in the addition of a full second story, adding dormers or by the shifting of load bearing capacity when removing walls for the open
"Renovations like this one bring new life to structures that still have so much to offer the homeowner and the community. A properly renovated home uniquely has its own character and a story. There is nothing cookie cutter about a renovation.” concept." Concur Tyler McNaughton, senior architectural technologist at Aquarian and Jeremy Pasieka Red Seal Carpenter and Chief Estimator. "Once the engineers determined that the foundation was secure and could bare the load of a full second story addition, we moved into full design mode. We also explored ways to deepen the basement floor. By strategically removing the concrete and digging the ground down a few inches we were able to remedy the cracked and heaving floor and pour a new basement slab. Weeping tile was added to the exterior of the foundation, we replaced all sewer and water lines coming in and out of the house and took advantage of providing new plumbing opportunities for future basement development.” The house design and new roof lines were worked out between the homeowners and Aquarian and products were chosen to maximize the area, style and classy, comforting feel within the new floor plan. Three very spacious bedrooms were added upstairs along with a huge walk in closet and ensuite in the master bedroom. An additional four piece bath was added upstairs and a practical repeat on the main floor. Existing bedrooms on the main floor were redesigned to be a spectacular back entry mud room with main floor laundry and NOV - DEC, 2015 | HOME DECOR AND RENOVATIONS 13
BEFORE
WHAT WAS DONE ⊲ Redesigned
and gutted the entire house to create bright open main floor plan with chef’s kitchen, main floor mudroom c/w laundry and plenty of storage, home office, 4 piece bathroom and a classic look
⊲ Designed
and moved staircase to improve traffic flow
⊲ Designed
and added complete second story with 3 spacious bedrooms including oversized designer master bedroom, ensuite and walk in closet
⊲ Gutted
basement including replacement of cracked concrete floor and updated all plumbing, HVAC and water management systems
⊲ Added
good neighbour vantage with front veranda and back deck for maximum yard usage and enjoyment of the outdoors
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exterior finished with Hardy Plank siding, stone pillars all in a large fenced lot
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copious amounts of storage space. This is the perfect place to unload the groceries, hang all the extra coats and put away all the boots and shoes. The other main floor bedroom was converted into a very spacious and bright den that can double as a guest room when homeowners need the space. In the meantime it is a perfect main floor office den with spectacular morning sun and plenty of working space. The stairwell at the front entry was reversed and opened up to create a bigger space and better flow of traffic both up and down the stairs. The extra space is welcoming for guest arriving at the front entry. Several walls were removed during the renovation to open the main floor. New engineered beams were installed to support the additional weight of the second story addition and the transference of the load to new support walls. “Stripping the walls down to the bones is a perfect way to rebuild a home” says Jeremy Pasieka of Aquarian. “It provides an opportunity to look closely at the structure of the building, repair anything that is not solid and ensure that the renovated structure is up to building code. You wouldn’t believe some of the things we find in the walls and ceilings. For example in this house we found a railroad track used as the main beam supporting
the existing upstairs and roof. I’ve never seen that before but it probably explains why there were cracks in the ceiling! We all had a good chuckle about that find and you can rest assured that it has been replaced with a properly engineered and installed beam. Renovations are also the perfect time to repurpose the house, install new electrical, HVAC, insulation and drywall that transforms a tired old home like this one was into a modern beauty. "Second story additions are such a practical and affordable way to double the square footage in an existing home. Homeowners can even add a little extra with a cantilevered upstairs as was done with this house.” Continues Pasieka. “Renovations like this one bring new life to structures that still have so much to offer the homeowner and the community. A properly renovated home uniquely has its own character and a story. There is nothing cookie cutter about a renovation.” The exterior is finished in classical craftsman style with the extended front roof, stone clad pillars and welcoming veranda. A large wooden deck was added to the back of the house adding to the living space for those family BBQs and quiet evenings on the back deck. The cantilevered second story more than doubles the size of this house and the presence of a well-designed craftsman style house is an appropriate and classy addition to the established Glenora neighbourhood.
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The Concrete Trend
Diy concrete bucket stool $ in minutes
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By Renée Majeau, City MiniMix Concrete Inc.
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he industrial look continues to be a hot trend in interior design for 2016, and one of the easiest ways to achieve an industrial feel in your home is by using industrial materials. Because it is relatively inexpensive and highly durable, concrete is an obvious choice. While the concept of using concrete in design is not new, it is definitely popping
up in new and unexpected applications from kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities to lighting, furniture and even wall art, clocks, tables and fire bowls, concrete is increasingly taking center stage in modern urban décor. If the industrial look appeals to you, and you enjoy the occasional do-ityourself project, this DIY concrete bucket
stool can be used indoors or outdoors and will immediately add an industrial look and feel to your home. Since many people are intimidated by the idea of using concrete, this quick and easy DIY concrete bucket stool is the perfect project to introduce you to the materials, all for $10 in 10 minutes!
SUPPLIES
+ 1 1/4" DOWEL (48” LONG)
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+
CONCRETE MIX - QUIKRETE 5000
TOOLS
+ 12 GAUGE WIRE
+ HI GLOSS LATEX PAINT
+ 5 GALLON BUCKET
MEASURING TAPE
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+ CORDLESS DRILL
+ PLIERS
+ CIRCULAR SAW
HAMMER
INSTRUCTIONS
1 Cut the Dowel Using a circular saw, cut the 48” long dowel into three equal 16” long pieces.
2 Drill Holes in the Ends of the Dowels Drill a hole in one end of each dowel. The holes should be 1" from the end of the dowel. 3 Wire the Dowels Together Run wire through the drilled holes to loosely connect the 3 dowels. The wire will keep the legs from coming out of the concrete.
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4 Mark 3 Inches From the Bottom of the Bucket Use a Sharpie to mark a line 3 inches up from the bottom of the bucket. You will fill the bucket with concrete up to this line.
5 Mark the Location for the Legs Use a Sharpie to make three equally spaced marks around the rim of the bucket. These marks will serve as guides for positioning the legs.
6 Fill the Bucket with Concrete Mix Fill the bucket up to the 3" line marked on the outside of the bucket.
10 Let the Concrete Cure for
7 Add Water + Mix Add water slowly, mixing constantly until the concrete is the consistency of lumpy oatmeal. Mix THOROUGHLY.
48 Hours After the legs are placed, let the concrete cure, undisturbed, for 48 hours.
8 Vibrate Out the Bubbles Use the hammer to gently tap (and shake) the bucket to vibrate air bubbles to the top of the wet concrete.
11 Remove the Stool Flex the rim of the bucket to separate the walls from the concrete. Once the concrete is loosened, pull the stool out of the bucket.
9 Set the Legs into the Wet Concrete Place the legs into the wet concrete and position them so that they lined up with the three equally placed marks around the bucket rim.
12 Dip Dye the Legs Dip the legs in hi-gloss latex paint (any colour you like!). Use a water bottle with a cut-off top filled with paint to dip the legs.
Have fun making your own DIY concrete bucket stool! For a copy of these detailed instructions or to see other concrete projects, visit City MiniMix Concrete at www.cityminimix.com. To see the inspiration behind this bucket concrete stool and many other beautiful industrial look projects, visit www.homemade-modern.com.
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Business Profile | Apollo Sunrooms
THE DIFFERENCE a sunroom can make
“I
can’t believe what a difference the sunroom has made in our lives! We spend more time in there than in any room in our house.” Comments like these from thrilled clients let the Apollo Sunrooms team know that they have achieved their goal on another project. Our client focused approach delivers much more than a home addition, a new room or renovation project. By focusing on a client’s dreams and desires, Apollo Sunrooms strives to deliver a lifestyle change that positively impacts every aspect of their lives. Apollo Sunrooms philosophy is simple – provide quality products and services to construct superior outdoor living structures that exceed our client’s expectations. We want every client to not only be satisfied with the end result, but be thrilled with the overall construction experience.
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Apollo Sunrooms was founded in September 2000 by Andy and Sherry Banack. Their goal was to provide high quality sunroom additions for clients in and around Edmonton. In 2005 Apollo Sunrooms became the exclusive dealer for Four Seasons Sunrooms in Edmonton. Since then the company has expanded to provide a full line of outdoor living structures including: » Architecturally stunning conservatories and solariums » Four season sunrooms fully integrated into the living space of your home » Three and four season sunroom additions » Patio or deck covers and enclosures (both fixed and retractable) » Screen enclosures » Hot tub and swim spa enclosures » Swimming pool enclosures (both fixed and retractable)
» Glazed (glass) and solid roof options » Pergolas and wind walls » Fixed and retractable sunrooms and enclosures for commercial clients including restaurants, hotels, office, and institutions (such as hospitals and seniors facilities). Apollo Sunrooms is the premier sunroom contractor in Alberta. They achieved this by: » Providing Quality Products and Unsurpassed Warranties. As part of our commitment to quality we research manufacturers and partner with those that meet our high quality standards and provide outstanding product warranties. » Creating a step by step design process focused on capturing the client’s desired outcomes. This, combined with a wide selection of design options and a desire to educate our clients on the special requirements of sunrooms, ensures that our clients are making well informed decisions on their project. » Providing in house professional engineering. With a professional
engineer on staff, Apollo provides clients with site specific engineered drawings to ensure that the project meets or exceeds all municipal, provincial or federal building code requirements. » Ensuring professional construction management. Apollo’s Construction Management Professionals provide expert guidance to the installation teams and subcontractors on the project. From the project initiation meeting to the final inspection and warranty reviews, our construction management team keeps projects on track and our clients well informed. » Using specially trained installation crews. We provide our installation crews with product specific training to ensure high quality, fast, efficient and trouble free sunroom installation. Education is a significant component of the Apollo process. The variety and scope of sunroom projects is far greater than most people imagine. The City of Edmonton has significant solarium structures in buildings such as the Muttart
Conservatory, Edmonton City Hall, the Shaw conference center, and numerous other institutional or commercial centers. These glass structures are proof that sunrooms and solariums can be designed and constructed for year round use in our climate. Through the use of advanced technology and building practices, Apollo Sunrooms can create a personal solarium for year round use on your home. Our in house engineering expertise allows us to redesign support structures, remove walls, and modify roof lines to fully integrate the solarium into your living space. Apollo Sunrooms has created spectacular glass roof kitchen, living room, family room and dining room additions for numerous clients throughout the Edmonton area. As wonderful as these rooms are, many people are interested in more modest and affordable sunrooms. Apollo Sunrooms works with over five major sunroom manufacturers, as well as other suppliers, to provide our clients with a complete sunroom product line. Value is a major consideration when working with clients during the design process.
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Everyone can relate stories about getting a great price for a product only to find that the quality or features don’t live up to expectations. At Apollo, we believe that by providing ALL of the relevant information (including features, benefits, disadvantages and the costs of each) a client can make an informed decision. By providing accurate and timely information we empower our clients to make the decision that is in their best interests. Corporate stewardship is another key element of the Apollo Sunrooms culture. As a member of the Canadian Home Builders Association (Edmonton Region) Renovation Committee, we work with industry partners to strengthen and improve relationships with the Alberta Government, the City of Edmonton and other municipalities. Apollo Sunrooms is a proud RenoMark member, promoting and adhering to a code of ethics for renovation contractors. By promoting ethical business and construction practices we hope to educate the public and increase consumer confidence throughout the renovation industry. Community involvement with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity Edmonton, Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society and minor league sports provides another 20 YPNEXTHOME.CA
avenue for Apollo Sunrooms to give back. Active involvement by the entire Apollo team provides opportunities for all employees to participate and grow together. Winning the first ever Habitat for Humanity “Frame Game” was a major highlight. We proved that with excellent coordination and effort, ten people could frame a house from basement to roof in less than seven hours.
The team at Apollo Sunrooms continues to be encouraged by the clients we serve. They confirm our belief that there will always be a market for honest ethical contractor who can deliver a quality project for their clients. For more information or to learn more about Apollo Sunrooms visit www.apollosunrooms.com, or call 780-466-1952.
Proudly Offering: •Screen Rooms & Patio Covers •Experienced Craftsmanship •Pool Covers •Prompt Service •Pergolas •Conservatories •In-House Engineering •3 & 4 Season Sunrooms •Lifetime Warranty
Tips And Tricks
Honouring Renovation Month with Community Service Work ON OCTOBER 22 AND 23 OF THIS YEAR,
a group of renovators and their suppliers belonging to the Canadian Homebuilders’ Association - Edmonton Region (CHBAER) Renovation Committee, honoured the annual Renovation Month by organizing and delivering a community service project to a very deserving charity in the Edmonton area. “This is a first of its kind in Edmonton whereby local home renovation companies and their suppliers worked together to make a significant impact in the community by collectively undertaking a communitybased charity project,” Renovation Committee Chair Aquilino Naccarato of Ackard Contractors indicates. Committee members discussed how RenoMark could add value to a segment of the community and thereby meaningfully honour Renovators’ Month in Canada with some action right here in Edmonton. “The conversation in the committee moved very quickly to finding a renovation
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project that could completed in a day or two. The project needed to involve time, labour, product and leadership. We all wanted to do something more to honour this month than just promoting on our web pages or advertising at the renovation show. So we struck up a small sub-committee led by Angela Hassall representative of EMCO, found a perfect project with the Pilgrims Hospice and put the renovation plans together,” reports committee member Marie Soprovich of Aquarian Renovations. “The support from the renovators involved was phenomenal,” said subcommittee coordinator Angela Hassall, “Ackard and Apollo Sunrooms immediately stepped up to assess the work that needed to be done and everyone pitched in to create a work schedule, find suppliers to donate product, while the renovators committed to donations and delivery of the service work.”
“Our clients LOVE the new space, and we all love having a safer and more inviting environment for them.”
Information on RenoMark can be found through the CHBA-ER and these renovation members are committed to improving the professionalism within their industry. These renovation companies have a proven track record and are committed to a renovationspecific code of ethics. Providing essentials such as written contracts, warranties and all the insurance necessary, they also understand the value of customer service and continually educate themselves regarding current trends, materials and regulations. RenoMark renovators understand homeownership and just how hard people have worked for their homes.
“It was easy to recruit help from our team..., “shares Marsha from Aquarian. “We all know the needs of charities in our city and giving back is a big part of our company philosophy. I believe that giving back to the community is as important for the other RenoMark renovators and suppliers as well. Besides the joy that comes from giving we had a lot of fun
working with our industry colleagues from other renovation companies.” Committee member Renee Majeau from City MiniMix concrete concurred, stating simply, “it was wonderful to work as a team and have fun, all while making a significant difference to Pilgrims Hospice!” Angela Hassall said, “The renovation
Credentials that capture a professional renovator include: » A proven track record in the industry with past project lists, references, testimonials from previous clients and contacts. » Well established business practices, project management and client communication. » Clearly defines the responsibilities of the renovator and the homeowner regarding insurance, finance and scope of work. » Professional memberships and affiliations such as CHBA ER, RenoMark, Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau. » Experience, training, education, craftsmanship and skills, upgrading and special expertise. » Minimum 2 year warranty. For more information on this project and other information on CHBA-ER RenoMark, please visit their website at www.chbaedmonton.ca or www.renomark.ca/edmontonregion/home
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Internal Stakeholders Renovators Company
Website
Ackard Contractors Ltd.
www.ackard.com
Apollo Sunrooms Inc.
www.apollosunrooms.com
Aquarian Renovations
www.aquarianrenovations.com
@MarieSoprovich
City MiniMix Concrete Inc.
www.cityminimix.com
@CityMiniMix
EMCO Corporation
www.emcoltd.com
Rencon Industries Inc.
www.renconindustries.ca
Full House Renovations Inc.
www.fullhouserenovations.com
Barclay Sales
www.barclaysales.com
Kitchen & Bath Classics
www.kitchenandbathclassics.com/western/home htm
Artistic Stairs
www.artisticstairs.com
@ArtisticStairs
SuperGreen Solutions
www.supergreensolutions.com
@SuperGreenSol
Serenity Contracting
www.serenitycontracting.ca
@SerenityRenos
Effect Homebuilders
www.effecthomes.ca
@effecthomes
Innovation Plus
www.innovationplus.ca
HomeStyle Construction Ltd.
www.homestyleconstruction.ca
Benjamin Matthew Contracting Ltd.
www.benjaminmatthew.ca
External Stakeholders Sponsors Titan Flooring
www.titanflooring.com
@TitanFlooring89
Touchwood Flooring
www.touchwoodflooring.com
@TchwoodFlooring
Gerber Plumbing Fixtures
www.gerberonline.com
Benjamin Moore South
www.benjaminmoore.com
@Benjamin_Moore *Resources included: Canadian Homebuilders Association “The Get it in Writing Handbook” and RenoMark Website
Other Stakeholders Pilgrims Hospice
www.pilgrimshospice.com
@HospiceEdmonton
CHBA-ER
www.chbaedmonton.ca
@chba_edmonton
CHBA-National
www.chba.ca
@CHBANational
City of Edmonton Councilor (Andrew Knack)
project consisted of repairing the roof and entry way at the back of the building, removing carpeting and replacing it with new flooring, repairing walls, baseboards and painting. We even added a few interior decorating touches to give it a final touch. The hospice care workers
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of Deb Birkett, Director of Pilgrims Hospice, “Angels walk among us! Our clients LOVE the new space, and we all love having a safer and more inviting environment for them. Thank you all for gifting us with this wonderful project.” The Pilgrims Hospice, located at 9808148 Street NW in Edmonton is a charitable organization that provides day service to patients who are receiving hospice care in their homes. Patients are brought to the hospice for the day to provide support programs and a reprieve for either the caregiver or the patient. For more information or to help out other important causes at the Hospice, visit them at www.pilgrimshospice.com In marking Renovation Month, it is important to acknowledge not only the efforts of this outstanding group but the potential this commitment to community service work holds for other greater Edmonton area service needs. Following are the renovators and suppliers involved in making this project such a success.
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were thrilled beyond words to think that a group of renovators and their suppliers would set aside their work load for a day or two to help their cause. The patients were equally delighted with the freshened space and the newness that the renovation brought.” In the words
RENOMARK EDMONTON – WWW.RENOMARK.CA The program identifies those renovation contractors who have agreed to CHBA – Edmonton Region’s code of ethics, as well as a renovationspecific code of conduct, they provide warranties, understand the value of customer service, and continually educate themselves regarding current trends, materials and regulations.
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For your pooch So many people have dogs these days. If you’re a dog owner yourself, you know that there is often a stocking plus many presents under the tree for your hound. My new dog bed collection is reversible and fully washable – not just the cover, the entire bed. I’ve also created throw cushion to match your dog bed – now your puppy can rest and relax in style. Available at shop.ca
Stocking stuffer with a purpose
Baby it’s cold outside
I love it when companies tie in a charity. Bouclair recently launched a campaign with Starlight Foundation where all proceeds from the purchase of their Nutcracker Oscar go to the foundation – a great stocking stuffer idea, table place card or centre piece idea at only $2 a piece bouclair.com
I am in love with the luxuriously soft comfort of the new Sunbeam heated throw. Its deep colour and soft royal mink plush fabric (faux of course) make it the perfect gift for cold winter nights. It also has a great safety feature – it turns off in three hours, so even if you doze off in its comfort it will automatically turn off. Available at walmart.ca
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GIFT LIST
By Jo Alcorn
I often get asked what my go-to holiday gift ideas are. Not all my gifts are decor pieces – it’s often function that I look for in holiday gifts. Here are my top gift ideas this year that will fit nicely into any decor and, of course, be functional.
Kitchen party Most holiday parties start or end in the kitchen, so why not make a statement this year with a kitchen gift? I love the idea of giving a set of two dishes, one wrapped and the other with an edible hostess gift in it that the entire party can enjoy. kitchenaid.ca
Holiday mixologist A blender is a great item to bring to any party. Bring the fixings, print up your favourite drink recipe and play bartender for the night. Your host will love this! I love the Panasonic Power Blender that has an electrostatic touch control panel. This is certainly a luxury gift for the foodie or bartender-intraining on your list. panasonic.com
The gift of hope As many people know, I love to give back. During the holidays for that someone on your list who already has everything they want or need, why not give them something that will help someone else? Plan Canada has so many great options from colourful eco-friendly necklaces and clean water for families, to helping to send a girl to school. I am a huge animal advocate, so I love the idea of gifting a goat to help impact a family’s health and income. These are truly meaningful and heart warming gifts to give and receive. Check out the gifts of hope at plancanada.ca
Jo Alcorn is a celebrity designer specializing in small spaces and design solutions for all budgets. She is the interior expert on HGTV’s new show, Critical Listing, and shares her expertise regularly on TV and through her monthly column at the Toronto Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca NOV - DEC, 2015 | HOME DECOR AND RENOVATIONS 25
Tips and tricks
Cozying up to
FIREPLACE SAFETY By Shell Busey
THE WARM AND COMFORTING GLOW OF A FIRE is a welcome treat as winter evenings bring a crisp chill to the air. Whether you curl up in front of a wood-burning or a natural gas fireplace, it’s important to know how to enjoy your fireplace safely. Wood-burning fireplace When a wood-burning fireplace is in use, air is continually drawn out of the home and up the chimney. This air must be replaced to maintain the air balance flowing in and out of the home. This is essential for the safe operation of all fuel burning appliances. This balancing act ensures adequate air for complete combustion and ventilation of the flue gases. If the air balance is altered because of poor air supply or a blocked chimney, carbon monoxide (CO) and soot can be produced and down drafting can occur. To prevent smoke and flue gases (CO) from entering your home, follow these precautions: » When a fireplace is in use, an open damper allows the smoke and gases to exit. » Ensure an adequate fresh air supply into your home beforelighting the fire. » Some fireplaces come with their own combustion air duct. If yours is not equipped with this, you must have a fresh air supply nearby (such as an open window). » Keep the fresh air supply open, even overnight, until\ the fire is completely out. » After the fire is out and the ashes are cold (or when the wood-burning fireplace is not in use) close the damper. This will prevent air and heat loss up the chimney, and cold air drafts from coming down the chimney. The first line of defense against CO is the proper installation, use, maintenance and inspection of all your fuel-burning appliances. The second line of defense is a properly installed CO detector. When you are about to purchase a new CO detector, make sure it is approved to the latest standards. Look for CSA 6.19 or CSA 6.19-01 on the package. Consider installing glass doors on your woodburning fireplace. The doors will prevent heat in your home from escaping up the chimney, saving you money on your heating bill. 26 YPNEXTHOME.CA
You may also want to consider purchasing a draftstopper. They are designed to prevent drafts from conventional wood burning fireplaces when not in use. Natural gas fireplace Natural gas fireplaces can operate over 60 percent efficiency; whereas, a typical wood-burning fireplace operates at 10 per cent efficiency. (Efficiency refers to the amount of heat that is extracted from the flame and is used to heat the home). Remember to have regular inspections performed on natural gas fireplaces, along with all natural gas appliances. Types of natural gas fireplaces: » Fireplace Insert: natural gas fireplace that fits inside an existing masonry fireplace. » Natural Vent Fireplace: natural gas fireplace that has a type B vent (a four inch manufacturer-recommended venting pipe used to exhaust the combustion gases of fireplaces, hot water heaters and other small natural gas appliances) going up a fireplace chase (the enclosure on the outside of the house that the metal chimney runs through). » Direct Vent Fireplace: natural gas fireplace that uses a single outlet, dual pipe system to draw combustion air and vent exhaust. The vent is typically installed directly behind the fireplace or slightly above and behind. » Free Standing Fireplace: wood stove appearance, with the benefits of natural gas. Can be either natural-vent or direct-vent.
“Whether you curl up in front of a wood-burning or a natural gas fireplace, it’s important to know how to enjoy your fireplace safely.“ Other Options » Pellet Stoves and Inserts: They are environmentally friendly, extremely clean burning and cost effective. Pellets are made from 100 per cent waste sawdust, dried and compressed, creating an ideal heating fuel. »TWO: Electric Fireplaces: A great option ifquestion you live inisan apartment The second most common why do I have a lot of moss on and you want the look and feel of a fireplace when Iinstalling my duroid, cedar or tile roof, and what should do about it? a gasin unit is business simply notfor anover option. not meant Being this 50 While years they I canare honestly say that up until 10 to 15 to heat a large area, they do some to on roofs but rather years ago, home owners didprovide not seem to added worry comfort about moss a room. it a natural thing that happens – and what will be will be. I still agree considered
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Business Profile | Tile’s Trend
NEW AT TILE’S TREND:
DIGIT’ ART GALLERY Digital printing on ceramic and porcelain and the latest technology on tiles By Salina Yara Halabi
TILE’S TREND IS EDMONTON’S GO-TO DESTINATION FOR CONTEMPORARY DESIGN, QUALITY PRODUCTS, AND A VAST SELECTION OF TILE OPTIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.
Customers can expect unique tile options for their floor, wall and everything in-between! Their newest product, Digit Art, allows homeowners to showcase their personal style through the process of professionally printing images and photos on ceramic tile. The options are truly endless, and the final result is a completely personalized and exclusive product that adds exceptional impact to a space. For over two years, Tile’s Trend has brought the hottest trends and most exclusive tile options to the Edmonton market. Continuing in their market-leading tradition, their new Digit Art service is the first in Alberta – and in Canada! The Digital Art Gallery Service provides consumers with a new and innovative way to display digital photos on standard ceramic tile. Customers provide their favourite photos, choose a desired size of tile, and then the Tile’s Trend team custom-prints the image onto highquality ceramic tiles. The Digit Art Gallery offers customers with a wide variety of decorative tile murals, accent tiles and printed tile gifts to choose from. The Tile Art Gallery provides an extensive selection of digital art images to explore, and with hundreds of colors and beautiful scenes options there is definitely something to fit any decor tile project. Transform an ensuite into a tranquil spa environment with a scenic waterfall tile mural or add some urban flair to a home bar with a stunning tiled cityscape image featured across the wall. Replicate any image taken from textiles, wallpaper, or even another tile, and complete your perfect home space! Tile’s Trend even offers the opportunity to personalize a photo gift by creating a beautiful and professional photo canvas for special occasions. Offering the largest selection of mosaic and backsplash tile options in Edmonton, Tile’s Trend is filled with the products that will take a project to the next level. With all their tile stock available within the store, customers are able to come into the shop, browse an exclusive and diverse selection of tiles, and then take their dream tiles home. If a specific product isn’t available in store, or if additional quantity is required, Tile’s Trend can have an order put in immediately and the customer can expect their desired product 28 YPNEXTHOME.CA
to arrive in about a week. The friendly staff are educated on all the products they carry and are available to provide guidance on the tile colour and style choices that will best suit your lifestyle. If your upcoming project is a do-it-yourself endeavour you can count on Tile’s Trend to provide you with your specialty tiles when you need them, and if you require a little help on installation, Tile’s Trend can refer you to professionals that will help you get the job done. For more information about Tile’s Trend visit their website at www.tilestrend.com, or call them at 780.485.2277. Visit their showroom Monday-Friday from 9:30am-6pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm (Closed Sundays and Holidays) to see the beautiful tile options in person.
PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY AW N I N G S Canfab Products Ltd 12819-144 ST 780.451.4341 www.canfabproducts.ca CA B I N E T S NexLevel Cabinets 5311 - 97 Street 587.596.6666 587.596.7777 CONCERTE City MiniMix Concrete Inc 780.974.7969 info@cityminimix.com www.cityminimix.com
Homestyle Construction Ltd. 780-479-6032 www.homestyleconstruction.ca
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Payless Wholesale Flooring & Lighting 18415-104 Ave 780.487.2700 www.paylessfloors.ca
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Tips and Tricks
Decoding
THE CODE By Michael Nyikes
Q A
I received an email from a loyal reader who asked if there was a statute of limitations on seeking compensation for damages and repairs due to the 2013 Alberta floods? The Alberta government’s Disaster Relief Program (DRP) received more than 10,500 applications after the June 2013 floods, making this program the biggest and most complex in Alberta’s history. By the end of 2014, more than 8,400 cases had been closed and nearly $110 million in financial aid provided. Despite these efforts, there were flood victims who still found it very difficult to come up with the resources needed to complete repairs and apply to the DRP for reimbursement. Families whose cases had not been resolved were facing unique and challenging circumstances, particularly with the timing and deadlines from the government to submit claims. In late January 2015, the Alberta government announced that it was aiming to close out all remaining DRP files by summer 2015 and were therefore increasing the number of caseworkers to assist flood victims, and were also providing nearly $20 million in immediate funding to assist with repairs. At the time there was still approximately 2000 remaining applicants with open files and so
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the government committed to advancing 90% of the necessary funds to homeowners to complete their repairs, with the remaining 10% paid out upon submittal of final receipts by applicants. Although I was not able to quantify with the DRP how many files are still open and unresolved, I know the DRP’s toll free phone number of 1.888.671.1111 and email drop.info@gov.ab.ca are still active, and so I would encourage anyone with outstanding claims or questions to contact them there.
Future Decoding the Code columns will continue to answer readers’ questions about how the provincial safety codes affect their projects. Email your questions to me at decodingthecode@gmail.com. Be sure to include which city you live in, as well as your phone number in case I need to follow up with you.
Michael Nyikes is a nationally recognized speaker, columnist, and leading industry expert on building codes, residential construction, building envelope science, and environmental design. He can be reached at decodingthecode@gmail.com
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