Doors Open Ontario Hits Ottawa

 The word ‘heritage’ has been a regular part of my vocabulary since the age of five. I grew up in Markham Heritage Estates, a neighbourhood in Markham, Ontario, dedicated to preserving heritage houses. I call an 1871 Gothic Revival farmhouse ‘home,’ even though my friends say it resembles more of

Style Profile: You Never Get a Second Chance to Make a First Impression

 Brandelyn Cameron’s Style Profile focuses on local Ottawa Experts. Nicole Rosenfeldt shares why Home Staging is essential for a memorable first impression in Real Estate. In today's world, competition is fierce. Selling a home is no longer about hiring a Sales Representative and installing a sign on your front lawn.

Eclectic Beach House — A Retro Revival

 All images courtesy of: Natalie Mireault Photography In most cases, the inspiration and vision for a renovation can come almost immediately after seeing the space. However, in the case of this particular home things were a bit more complicated. There are several neighbourhoods in Ottawa that boast a certain element of

Up the Ante: Styled and Sold in 5 Days

 Is your home currently on the market or are you considering listing your home? Since market value is ultimately determined by the price a consumer is willing to spend for a particular product in given market conditions, when it comes to selling your property, it can be very challenging separating