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Straight From The Hearth: 4 Homes With Cozy Fireplaces
Each of these four eye-catching fireplaces—one an ornate mantel carved from stone, another a sleek contemporary piece clad in dazzling black tile—contribute warmth and style to their singular settings.
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Stored, Poured, And Explored: How To Create A Sommelier’s Wine Cellar
In the heart of the Calistoga Hills, set amid verdant vineyards yielding some of Napa Valley’s most coveted cabernets, you’ll find a sommelier’s dream home.
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Discover series | Rustic
As we grow, our style grows with us. Customizing your living space can be exciting, but tricky - there is just so much to choose from! The Discover Series is a unique genre dedicated to different interior design concepts, as a guide to help find what suits you and your space best.
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Market Report | November 2022
Homeownership market activity in November continued to be influenced by the impact of higher borrowing costs on affordability. Sales were down markedly compared to the same period last year, following the trend that unfolded since the commencement of interest rate hikes in the spring. New listings were also down substantially from last year, and at a very low level historically. The fact that the supply of homes for sale has remained low, has supported average selling prices at the $1.08 to $1.09 million mark since August.
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High-End Hospitality: 4 Estates With Welcoming Guesthouses
One of the benefits of owning an expansive estate is being able to offer visitors their own truly private quarters. From Sagaponack to Sonoma, these guesthouses are secluded spaces to relax in comfort and style.
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A Feast For The Eyes: 4 Inviting Dining Rooms
Whether it’s the setting for a festive formal fête or a casual weeknight meal, the dining room is a key space in every modern home. From Fifth Avenue to the hills above the Napa Valley, these spaces encourage everyone to gather at the table in style.
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Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4¼%, with the Bank Rate at 4½% and the deposit rate at 4¼%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. Inflation around the world remains high and broadly based. Global economic growth is slowing, although it is proving more resilient than was expected at the time of the October Monetary Policy Report (MPR). In the United States, the economy is weakening but consumption continues to be solid and the labour market remains overheated. The gradual easing of global supply bottlenecks continues, although further progress could be disrupted by geopolitical events.
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Meet Space | These Luxury Homes Are Great For Gathering, Online And Offline
Whether or not this is probable, or even possible, there’s no denying that a significant portion of our lives are now lived virtually. Beyond the relatively straightforward interfaces of social media—Instagram, TikTok, and the like—people are creating and sharing content in real time on platforms such as Twitch, while speaking directly to global audiences through Discord servers.
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Look To The Stars: 3 Homes For Stargazing
Tucked away from the largest city centers in areas where the night sky still celestially sparkles, these three homes feature stunning rooms to gaze at the stars and help you ponder life’s mysteries—or simply admire the spectacular views.
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Fabulous Foyers: 4 Homes With Eye-Catching Entrances
From East Coast to West, these distinctive foyers welcome visitors and introduce them to their homes’ unique character and style.
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Market Report | October 2022
Despite the continued housing market transition to a higher borrowing cost environment, the average selling price in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) found some support near $1.1 million since the late summer.
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Blow Off Some Steam: 4 Homes With Saunas
Spending a few minutes in a sauna has been known to release endorphins and improve physical and mental health. Whether part of a spa-inspired bath or freestanding in an idyllic backyard, these home saunas are bound to banish the winter blues.
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Video Of The Week: A Luxurious Vacation Rental In Casa De Campo, Dominican Republic
Built in 2022, “Villa Farallon” is a 10-bedroom ultra-luxurious home situated atop an oceanside cliff with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea, and is tucked into one of the most private and exclusive cul-de-sacs within Casa de Campo® Resort. The ocean comes alive from this location as ocean waves and breezes caress the rocky coastline.
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Glamourous Glass: 4 Homes With Lovely Stained-Glass Windows
From New York to California, these distinctive homes feature stained-glass accents that are visually striking and vibrant, transmitting light and transforming it into color.
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Bank of Canada increases interest rate by 50 basis points
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 3¾%, with the Bank Rate at 4% and the deposit rate at 3¾%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening.
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Top Tier Real Estate: Fall 2022 State of Luxury Report
Canada’s luxury real estate market continued to recede from anomalous historic highs over the third quarter of 2022, as top-tier inventory faded across key metropolitan areas.
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Reaching New Heights: Homes With Vaulted Ceilings
From an Easthampton estate with an enviable artistic pedigree to hideaway above Ojai, these homes feature lofty vaulted ceilings that conjure volume, light, and drama.
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Raise A Glass To These Four Stylish Wine Rooms
Both practical and alluring, these modern wine rooms go beyond mere function, providing proper storage and temperature while incorporating eye-catching materials and details.
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Market Report | September 2022
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market continued its adjustment to higher borrowing costs in September 2022. Sales for the month reached 5,038, but were down by 44.1 per cent compared to September 2021. New listings were also down on a year-over-year basis by 16.7 per cent to 11,237.
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Open House | Inside A Beautifully Restored 100-Year-Old Home
Vancouver, perched on the precipice of the Pacific Ocean on Canada’s west coast, is widely considered to be one of the world’s most picturesque cities.
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Tile Trends: 4 Homes With Unique Tilework
Few things can transform a bath like a dazzling display of tile. Featuring striking details and vibrant hues, the tile in these four unique baths—in homes from the Northeast to the Southwest—are sure to make a splash.
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Discover series | Modern Farmhouse
As we grow, our style grows with us. Customizing your living space can be exciting, but tricky - there is just so much to choose from! The Discover Series is a unique genre dedicated to different interior design concepts, as a guide to help find what suits you and your space best.
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Video Of The Week: A Masterclass In Luxury In British Columbia, Canada
Set along the shores of Okanagan Lake, at the foot of the Naramata Bench, 587 is a masterclass in luxury, lifestyle, and design innovation. Envisioned as a modern castle, this 3-floor masterpiece is a place to enjoy life without compromise.
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Cooking With Color: 5 Homes With Colorful Kitchen Cabinetry
Like a shower of fresh herbs that enlivens almost any dish, the colorful kitchen cabinets in these five homes—from East Coast to West—really spice up their spaces.
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