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Interior designer and antique dealer Max Rolitt welcomes us into his renovated grain storage barn in Hampshire, for our latest episode of Design Notes. Yavington Barn is a haven for any antique lover, with each room exuding character through the…

Designer Jenna Cadieux turns a basic three-piece bathroom into an elevated, timeless space. A classic vanity anchors the room, while new polished nickel fixtures from DXV’s Oak Hill collection add warmth and elegance. To complete the look, graphic Kelly Wearstler…

In this installment of the “So You Want to Be a LIHTC Developer” series, Michael Novogradac, CPA, and guests Warren Sebra, CPA, discuss final cost certifications, one of the necessary benchmarks for receiving low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) equity. They…

This week we talk about real Christmas trees. We cover the most popular types of Christmas trees, what to look for when buying one, some tips on how to cut them down, how to make them last longer, safety tips,…

A screwdriver magnetizer and demagnetizer will magnetize metal screwdrivers and bits. Push the screwdriver or bit slowly into the magnetizer and remove it slowly, don’t twist the shaft. The screwdriver will usually stay magnetized for a couple months. A demagnetizer…

It’s a classic tale: Debbie Gray left a busy life in financial services in Toronto and moved to the country to farm chickens and make honey with her company, Heritage Bee. She and her partner renovated a 30-year-old-old farmhouse in…

Chef, Ottolenghi protégé and author of recipe book ‘Mezcla’ — Ixta Belfrage’s love for food is inspired by Italy, Brazil, Mexico and beyond. During this episode of A Slice of Life, Ixta Belfrage talks us through how her unique upbringing…

A busy family who loves to entertain turned to Fohr Design studio to help them breathe new life into their under-utilized basement. The new hardworking space is now home to a fun, graphic bar area, vibrant bathroom, and a modern,…