a few more things
ON THE COVER
Space Designed By
Christine Da Costa
of Decor by Christine
Interior Decorating &
Design
Photography by
Stephani Buchman
around the house
Real Estate Advice with Joe Mancuso
Real estate expert Joe Mancuso shares
the pros and cons of buying a fixer-upper.
22
Marc & Mandy’s Favourites
The hosts of Canada’s Newest Talk Show
have selected their favourite products. 66
Insider Secrets...Basement Edition
Learn how to create a bright, cheery
family-friendly basement. 88
learn something new
Why Didn’t I Think of That for my
Corner?
Corners are often overlooked when we
are searching for a few extra square
feet of space to utilize in our homes.
We’ve compiled our favourite ideas for
transforming dead space into practical
areas. 26
Style a Family Room
Family rooms can be a breeding ground
for clutter and chaos. Take charge and
redesign your family room using these
ideas to help you create a practical and
design-savvy room. 42
Save or Splurge
Designer Luc Crawford shows us how to
create the same look while saving money!
68
Design Lessons
Designer Michelle Cook shares her secrets
on how to prepare yourself for a major
renovation project. 70
Kim, Fix My House!
Learn which bathroom repairs you can
tackle yourself. 70
Take it Outside
DIY Editor Nicholas Rosaci shares his
favourite DIY ideas to help update your
outdoor living space. 72
Insider Secrets...Paint Edition
Learn how to choose the correct paint sheen
for any project. 80
Insider Secrets...Bathroom Edition
Learn how to design a small bathroom that is
bright, inviting and functional. 82
Insider Secrets...Basement Edition
Learn how to create a basement that is
warm, soft and dry. 86
enter to win
Designers Compete in the Ultimate
Design Challenge!
Enter to win great prizes by choosing your
favourite room concept. 76
Oops! We accidentally printed an image of bread
pudding instead of risotto in Massimo’s Risotto
with Asparagus & Strawberries on page 30 of our
Budget Makeovers 2015 Issue.