All Things Home

01/13/2025

With and a fact of winter life in Ottawa, find out what you need to know about removing it from your home and property: bit.ly/3GaMpA2

Keeping your home and family safe in winter includes removing snow and ice from the roof, walkways and elsewhere. Here's how.

01/13/2025

Business shout-out:
Company: Amsted Design-Build
What they do: , ,
Fast fact: multi-award winner, in business 30+ years
More info: bit.ly/37sU9fy
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Researching or custom builders? Start with our directory: bit.ly/ATHbusinesses
📷 Gordon King Photography

01/11/2025

Business directory shout-out:
Company: Cardel Homes Ottawa
What they do: home builder
Fast fact: award-winning builder in Ottawa for over two decades
More info: https://bit.ly/3o8hWYH
Researching builders? Start with our directory: https://bit.ly/ATHbusinesses

Company overview of Ottawa builder Cardel Homes, which has been building in the National Capital Region for more than 20 years and offers single-family homes, townhomes and condos.

01/10/2025

In the spotlight:
Builder development: Pathways at Findlay Creek
Type of homes: Townhomes, singles & more
Builders: eQ Homes, Richcraft, Phoenix Homes
Community: Findlay Creek-Leitrim
More info: bit.ly/2DXE0Ob
90+ other area projects: bit.ly/ATHdevelopments
🎨💡 & 📷 West of Main Design - Custom Homes, Remodels & Interior Design

New homes, including condos, townhomes, bungalows and two-storey singles, in a multi-builder, master-planned community located in Ottawa's rapidly growing south end. eQ Homes, Richcraft Homes and Phoenix Homes will eventually build about 800 homes. This is a project summary.

01/10/2025

Ottawa’s 2024 resale market ended on a high note, but lingering problems are still having a dampening effect, according to the Ottawa Real Estate Board’s year-end report:
https://bit.ly/3DLHOH8

Ottawa’s 2024 resale market ended on a high note, but lingering problems are still having a dampening effect.

01/10/2025

Want a new-build home without the wait? Check our listings of builder quick occupancy homes: http://bit.ly/ATHQuickOccupancy
Shown: Britannia
Builder: Mattamy Homes Canada
Development: Wateridge Village

01/09/2025

Turn your bathroom into a relaxation zone!
💧 Add a rainfall showerhead for a luxe experience.
🌿 Use eucalyptus bundles for spa-like scents.
🛁 Upgrade your towels and bath mats for extra comfort.
Self-care starts at home!
📷: Lisa Ann /

01/09/2025

Ontario is launching a new residential rebate program this month for upgrades, including windows & doors, insulation, heat pumps and more.
Read about it: bit.ly/3WdtgGt

The Ontario government is launching a new residential energy efficiency program on Jan. 28 that will give rebates on a range of home energy efficiency renovations and improvements.

01/09/2025

In the spotlight:
Rental development: Horizon
Type of units: Apartments
Builder/property manager: Brigil
Community: Gatineau
More info: bit.ly/47n8ib4
For more rental projects, see our interactive map: bit.ly/ATHrentals

The Horizon is a contemporary condo/rental project of one- and two-bedroom units by Brigil in Gatineau.

01/09/2025

Model spotlight:
Name: Santa Maria
Type of home: four-bedroom townhome
Builder: Urbandale Construction
Development: Bradley Commons, Stittsville
More info: bit.ly/3bqOxFo
Other builder model homes: bit.ly/ATHmodels

01/08/2025

Business shout-out:
Company: Urban Quarry
What they do: stone counters
Fast fact: In business 35+ years
More info: http://bit.ly/37ElfyC
Find more area pros: bit.ly/ATHbusinesses

Company overview of Ottawa stone fabricator Urban Quarry. In business for over 30 years, Urban Quarry is an established, family-owned and operated company specializing in the custom fabrication and installation of Natural Stone, Premium Quartz and Ultra-Compact surfaces.

01/08/2025

Planning a reno or home improvement project?
Then be sure to check out the Ottawa Home Shows Jan. 23-26. HGTV celebrity Bryan Baeumler heads up the mainstage, which is being hosted by All Things Home co-founder Anita Murray.
Details: https://bit.ly/3PtSHja
📷 Depositphotos

If your plans this year include a renovation or other home improvement project, the 2025 Home and Remodelling Show is a must-visit.

01/08/2025

In the spotlight:
Builder development: Half Moon Bay
Type of homes: Townhomes and singles
Builder: Mattamy Homes Canada
Community: Barrhaven
More info: bit.ly/3KPlAEo
90+ other area projects: bit.ly/ATHdevelopments

Half Moon Bay is a new-home community by Mattamy Homes in Barrhaven, in Ottawa's west end. It consists of townhomes and singles in a planned community that will eventually see about 4,500 homes on 600 acres.

01/07/2025

Curves, soft textures and mixed materials are trending this year! 🤎
Think rounded furniture, plush fabrics and natural wood combined with sleek metals. Design is getting cosy and bold! 🛋️
📷: Clay Banks /

01/07/2025

In the spotlight:
Rental development: Richcraft Collective Parkdale
Type of units: Apartments
Builder/property manager: Rentals
Community: Hintonburg
More info: bit.ly/3PFPwqb

Other area new-build rentals: bit.ly/ATHrentals

Richcraft Collective Parkdale is a 31-storey high-end rental tower by Richcraft Rentals under construction in Hintonburg. This is a project summary.

01/07/2025

It's a safe bet your home will need something this year — a new or , fresh , maybe a makeover or a job.
Whatever it is, start by checking Products & services in our directory of Ottawa-area experts: bit.ly/ATHbusinesses or access via our bio link.
Gerd Altmann / 📷:

01/07/2025

Community spotlight: offers small-town ambience, heritage buildings, new-build homes, and convenient services and shopping.
Find out more & tell us what you love about living in Carleton Place 👇 bit.ly/ATHCarletonPlace.
Discover 35+ other Ottawa-area communities with our interactive map: bit.ly/ATHcommunities

Detailed profile of the town of Carleton Place. Located about 50 kilometres southwest of downtown Ottawa, Carleton Place is a medley of fine, older homes and commercial buildings together with new homes and big-box retailers on the edge of town.

01/07/2025

In the spotlight:
Builder development: eQuinelle
Type of homes: Townhomes, bungalows, two-storey singles
Builders: eQ Homes
Community: Kemptville
More info: http://bit.ly/2I6zgrY
For 90+ other area projects, see our interactive map: https://bit.ly/ATHdevelopments

Award-winning community of new homes by eQ Homes in a golf course setting in Kemptville, just south of Ottawa. Homes include bungalows, bungalow towns and two-storey singles.