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Seaside Homes: Building the Power Smart Home

  – by Barry Mathias,  Photography by nuttycake.com – The modern architectural design of this house is a contrast to the traditional, well-established homes of leafy Fairfield and Oak Bay. Built and owned by Rob and Janice Mickelberry, the house demands your attention with its flat roofs, lack of chimneys and large windows. Apart from the home […]

Seaside Homes: Building the Power Smart Home

West Coast Wine: Elegantly Distinctive

– by Hans Tammemagi – A key to the success of the wineries bordering the Salish Sea (southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands) is that they produce quality wine with a distinctive coastal character. “At the most fundamental level,” said Elaine Kozak, the winemaker at Garry Oaks Winery on Salt Spring Island, “we have

West Coast Wine: Elegantly Distinctive

Finding Paradise: The Galapagos Islands

– by Monica Reekie – Feasting my eyes on amazing scenery and architecture, meeting people from all over the world, and sampling their wonderful ethnic food has become a passion of mine. As a photographer, I have truly enjoyed capturing some magical moments in very unique places. When asked about my favourite cities, Saint Petersburg,

Finding Paradise: The Galapagos Islands

What’s Happening This Fall!

Kids and Teens ONLY – by Doreen Marion Gee – SEPTEMBER Sept 10 – Oct 22 Teen Yoga Active lively yoga for teens to the beat of modern music. Builds strength and mindfulness. Focuses on the physical needs of teens. Wednesdays 4:15-5:15pm. 7/$69. 13-17 yrs. Panorama Recreation Pool Mezzanine. www.crd.bc.ca/panorama; 250.656.7271. Sept 13 Drop-In Rock

What’s Happening This Fall!

Developing a Masterpiece

  – Story by Barry Mathias  |  Photography by RealMark Solutions – The two-acre property is situated in a flat landscape that once had been farmland. There is a “sold” sign outside. I turn off the quiet road onto a curving gravel driveway with smart, white curbing, and arrive at a distinctive two storey grey and

Developing a Masterpiece

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