Lifestyle Magazine: September - October 2013

LIFESTYLE SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2013

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I N S P I R AT IO N F OR HO M e , G A R D E N & l e i s u r e

PUBLISHER

F E AT U R E S

Lana L. Breier

STAGE IT! THE ART OF DRESSING UP A HOME FOR SALE

EDITOR

Judy Liebner

WRITERS

CREATIVITY COMES ALIVE - 14 ARTASTIC ELGIN ART TOUR 2013 PARADE OF RENOVATIONS 17

Ellen Ashton-Haiste Kym Wolfe Heather Toskan Clare Dear Katherine Thompson Mara Papatheodorou

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Several friends of mine are in the process of downsizing as they prepare for a move. After hearing about their experiences, I'm convinced that parting with one's possessions – some to throw away, others to give to friends and some to donate – should be considered an Olympic sport, particularly for people who have lived in their homes for 25 to 35 years.

I moved in 2006 and started purging a couple of years later, determined not to have a basement full of “stuff.” A few weeks ago, caught up in my friends' downsizing frenzy, I decided to organize a lifetime of photos and then proceeded to look into some boxes that I hadn't investigated for some time. It was amazing to see that possessions that were important to me even a few years ago now have no part in my life. Although the purging process was exhausting, it was satisfying and I can honestly say I could now pick up and move on a moment's notice.

In this issue of Lifestyle, we've featured several stories where change forms a recurring theme.

Writer Ellen Ashton-Haiste interviewed a homeowner in north London who wanted to transform her dysfunctional kitchen, fit for only one person, into a roomier version. An extensive renovation succeeded in giving her a practical, contemporary workspace and a larger laundry room. She and her husband even placed a time capsule, containing information about their family and the renovation, in an empty space inside their new kitchen island.

We also visited Stone Haven, a beautiful home in Grand Bend. Crafted from Owen Sound ledgerock, each brick chiselled by hand, the home exudes an English cottage aesthetic, complete with landscaped gardens.

Looking ahead to fall, we've included our annual auto feature with profiles of seven luxury vehicles that range from the fun-to-drive 2014 Acura MDX to the agile 2014 Lexus IS. And if a renovation is in your plans, you'll want to read our story on the Parade of Renovations, the London Home Builders' Association's annual event. It provides Londoners with a rare opportunity to tour recently renovated homes. This year's event takes place on Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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STAGE IT! THE ART OF DRESSING UP A HOUSE FOR SALE

By Ellen Ashton-Haiste All the world's a stage. And, when it comes to residential sales, every house is one as well.

First impressions can make or break a relationship and the same can be said for selling a home. So dressing it up to make the best impression is becoming increasingly important in real estate.

It's known as “staging,” a concept established in the U.S. in the 1970s that increasingly gained traction through the '80s and '90s.

“It really does make a difference and it's catching on in Canada,”

says Cathy Spencer-Quenneville, business development and sales representative with Stage It With Jennings, a subsidiary of Jennings Furniture and Design in St. Thomas.

Stage It With Jennings, launched last March, has several thousand square feet of space in its London warehouse filled with designer furniture, bedding, art, window treatments, and accents to provide quality rental furnishings for a home requiring a decorative touch for the sales market.

Above: The living room, with its wood-burning fireplace, is staged as a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the street views.

This photo: The bay window in the dining room provides a backdrop for wine accessories.

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Left: A comfortable master retreat was created along with an ensuite bathroom that leads to a walk-in closet/ dressing room.

It's a concept that Bonnie Pierotti, owner of Bonnie Pierotti Designs, took advantage of when putting a renovated Old North London home on the market this summer.

Pierotti took the period home she describes as “a beautiful old home that needed to be modernized, updated,” and gave it a thorough facelift.

She had a vision of a family home, contemporary and comfortable, retaining its historical ambiance.

The renovation incorporates many upscale features. The

foyer features oversized porcelain tiles, while the open-concept living-dining room has dark hardwood flooring and a woodburning fireplace. Kitchen highlights include Caesarstone countertops, a marble backsplash and stainless steel appliances.

The kitchen opens to the great room, which has a vaulted beamed ceiling, Palladian windows overlooking the backyard, and a stacked stone entertainment wall comprised of linear river rock that surrounds the gas fireplace and flat-screen television.

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Above: The decor in the girl's bedroom started with the side chair. Colours from the floral print were used in the accessories and the deep pink feature wall.

To complete the decorating and create the desired atmosphere, Pierotti turned to Spencer-Quenneville and Jennings' owner Renee Carpenter and their warehouse of furnishings and accessories.

“It was exciting,” SpencerQuenneville says of working with Pierotti. “It started with a fact-finding mission – what is the vision – and built from there. We were feeding off each other to make that dream vision a reality.”

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The boy's room, including a built-in desk, took on a football theme with Pierotti bringing in some of her son's Dallas Cowboys memorabilia – along with a dog statue to lie on the foot of the bed.

The rustic decor of the great room began with Pierotti spying a piece of industrial vintage hardware – a foundry cart repurposed as a coffee table – that seemed to fit with the stone wall and outside wood deck. She complemented that with a white sofa, black leather chairs and an unfinished wood side table.

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Above: The boy's bedroom has a football theme with memorabilia from the Dallas Cowboys.

Pierotti also brought outdoor art from her home to embellish the deck and a wooden bench with cushions to make the front porch inviting.

A finished attic loft, with an ensuite bathroom, was staged as a cosy den but, Pierotti points out, it could easily have become a guest suite, teenagers' hangout, exercise room or home office.

The overall result is a home that's been drawing considerable interest from prospective buyers.

It's “beautifully done,” says Jan Lesser, a broker with Sutton Group Realty Services, the listing agency. “The staging makes it feel like home. It adds to the appeal of the property.”

Without staging, Pierotti says most people can't perceive a home's potential.

“People see better than they think,” Lesser agrees. “A bare bones house doesn't look like a home, so it's smart to stage it. Then people can imagine themselves in the home.”

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Often it's just a matter of decluttering, Spencer-Quenneville says. “When it's your home, you don't see the clutter.”

It's also about “editing and neutralizing,” she adds, explaining that not all buyers are going to appreciate that purple wall the homeowner loves. “Neutral colours are best; let the accessories add the sparkle and the pop.”

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Visitors will be able to uncover their inner creativity at Artastic, Elgin County's first art tour on Sept. 28 and 29.

There will be something to satisfy every art lover during the event, which is organized by the artists of the Elgin Arts Trail. The Trail is comprised of a diverse group of local artists who work with many media to create a number of distinctly different styles of art.

Top: Peter Robson of Peter Robson Studios and Gallery working on a painting in his studio.

Above: A pot in the making at Pinecroft Ceramic Art Studio.

Right: The creation of a stained glass butterfly at Medlyn Stained Glass and Jewellery Studio.

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Participating artists will be offering workshops, gallery events, art talks, special discounts, and interactive tours for the public during the two-day event.

Visitors will be able to catch a glimpse behind the scenes as ideas come to life and will learn first hand how pottery is crafted, how paintings are created and how artisan jewellery is designed. There will be many opportunities for art lovers to meet with the artists themselves and learn more about their passion for their craft.

The Elgin Arts Trail is a program that invites visitors and residents alike to celebrate the finest visual arts attractions that Elgin County has to offer. It takes visitors on a journey to 15 studios and galleries across Elgin County and St. Thomas that feature original paintings, sculptures, glass art, photography, pottery and other hand-crafted items.

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Some say that Elgin County is a work of art itself – its pleasant country landscapes and picturesque towns and villages charm thousands of tourists annually. The county's natural beauty and historic character have inspired numerous artists to make the area their home. As a result, a vibrant and creative arts community has developed over the years. As visitors travel over rolling hills, along 120 km of scenic Lake Erie coastline and through quaint downtowns, they experience visual arts in a way they have never experienced them before.

Combining country charm with fine art, the Elgin Arts Trail provides opportunities both for those who appreciate art from afar and amateur artists wishing to actively participate in courses and workshops.

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hether it’s a kitchen update or a whole-home makeover, renovating can be a daunting prospect.

But a little information about the process can make it seem less overwhelming.

That information is exactly what London homeowners can find at the 23rd annual Parade of Renovations, presented by the Renovators’ Council of the London Home Builders’ Association (LHBA).

The event takes place on Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 10 city homes.

“They can see a home renovation, up close and personal,” says Peder Madsen, of CCR Building and Remodeling, this year’s Parade chair. “They can ask questions and meet the renovator who did the work. It’s a good way to get out and meet multiple renovators and see the quality of their work and their individual styles.”

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r e n ovat i o n s o n pa r a d e Adds Lois Langdon, executive officer of the LHBA: “It’s a unique opportunity to get inside a renovated house. Otherwise, unless you know someone (who has done a renovation project) or you’re in one of the trades, you don’t actually get to see that.”

The Parade, held during national Renovation Month, is a popular event with London and area residents, Langdon says, noting that 500 to 800 people turn out to tour the homes.

“Twenty-three years is a long time to have an event and have it still be successful and interesting,” she says, crediting the Renovators’ Council.

“It’s always been a very energetic and engaged committee and it’s maintained its energy over all the years.”

And, says Langdon, there is a diverse range of projects offered on the Parade. Visitors are amazed at the transformations, she says. “Generally there are pictures of what it looked like before. Then you step inside and it’s totally different and it’s instantly ‘ooh’

and ‘ah.’ I think that’s really exciting.”

But it’s not just a fun day for the touring public. The contractors also enjoy it, Madsen says. His company has been a regular participant over the years. “We really love going out there and showing people our work. It’s nice to have them come out and see our work, to meet them and showcase

Generally there are “ pictures of what it looked like before. Then you step inside and it’s totally different and it’s instantly ‘ooh’ and ‘ah.’ I think that’s really exciting.

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what we do. It’s really the only avenue we have to show an actual product.”

The contractors have staff placed throughout the homes to answer ques­

tions. Although the home­owners are not required to be there, they sometimes are available to give a personal per­ spective on the experience.

Madsen also points out that all contractors on the Parade and those endorsed by LHBA are mem­ bers of RenoMark, a national or­ gan­ization that set standards and professional guidelines for ethics and customer service as well as quality workmanship.

A passport to visit all of the homes costs $10. All proceeds go to the London Food Bank.

Langdon says the passports are available at the homes. A list of renovations on the Parade will be published on the LHBA website, www. lhba.on.ca.

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Millennium Construction and Design opened up the living room, dining room and kitchen and added cathedral ceilings. The hardwood flooring in the living room was carried through to the dining room and kitchen, and the kitchen was updated with Shaker-style cabinetry, granite counters and a waterfall island.

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DUO BUILDING TRANSITIONING TOWARDS THE FUTURE

There are big changes happening at Duo Building with the upcoming retirement of Zoltan Balogh after 33 years of renovating homes and offices in the London area.

Balogh's business partner, Patrick Malloy, and his family now own the entire company, although Balogh will be staying on for a transitional period to the end of 2013. In fact, says Malloy, this change is all about transitions and how they can be planned in a positive way for owners and employees in small businesses.

The seeds for Duo's transition were sown almost a decade ago when Balogh and Malloy began discussing future plans.

“Small businesses are the largest job generators, but 80 per cent of businesses this size close when owners retire,” says Malloy.

Even if there are only a small number of employees in each business, multiply those job losses by the number of small companies that close and, “it's a big problem for the Canadian economy.”

Balogh and Malloy began Duo's current transition with the introduction of an Ownership Thinking program, treating employees as stakeholders and encouraging them to take greater responsibility for the company's success.

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Now that Duo is fully owned by Malloy, his wife, Gayle WhiteMalloy, and their sons Keelan and Connor, the family is looking to change the business model by introducing an employee share ownership plan.

“We have an extremely capable management team. At this point they can handle most of the key decisions and I simply have to review them,” says Malloy. “We want to reward the people who have been loyal to the company. We're inviting key employees to take a bigger role in the business and giving them an opportunity to share in the ownership. The changes will inject some new energy – even owning a minor share is extremely motivating and rewarding; people start acting like owners, not employees.”

To ensure the continuity of Duo well into the future, Malloy will stay with the company as a major share holder for up to 10 years. It will be a far cry from the early days when he and Balogh operated out of a garage and did everything themselves, from estimating to payroll. For now, the original partners still work in sales, consultation and design but, by the end of this year, Balogh will be fully retired and Malloy will begin planning his own exit strategy.

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“We want to be known as the most progressive contractor in the city,” says Malloy. “We are focusing on green building practices, making LEEDcertified homes and renovations part of our everyday business, reducing our environmental footprint on the job site and offering greener choices to our clients.

We will continue our Ownership Thinking program, and we are taking a major step in our succession strategy with the employee share ownership plan.”

For Malloy, it's important to start the process sooner than later, giving him the flexibility to choose how it will unfold and at what pace. “It gives you the ability to see who has the capabilities, talent and drive, who grows into the ability to take over certain aspects. Gayle and I will work up until people are fully repositioned.” Their two sons will remain as key shareholders with Duo. The concept of transitioning slowly rather than working through to retirement is an approach that Malloy hopes will become a growing trend among small business owners. When he looks at his own company, he sees more than 25 employees who would be out of work if he retired and Duo closed its doors. He could find a buyer to take over, but the company would not have the knowledge and skills transfer that will come with a lengthy transition period. Transitioning, Malloy says, is the best option. “It is such a good thing for companies to do.”

A KITCHEN FOR THE MILLENNIUM AN INNOVATIVE RENOVATION ADDS BREATHING ROOM TO A CRAMPED WORKSPACE

Below: Millennium Construction and Design used some innovative solutions to create a large open space in this north London kitchen, including bumping out an exterior wall (right), building a shorter wall for a beverage centre (left), and opening access to the adjacent great room.

By Ellen Ashton-Haiste When Ann LaRocque decided to create a new kitchen in her 18year-old north London home, she wanted something contemporary and interesting that spoke to her personality.

“I love the change,” LaRocque says as she surveys the bright, open space that replaced the smaller area she describes as “a oneperson kitchen.” She credits Mark Vaandering of Millennium Construction and Design for coming up with solutions to enlarge the room and give it a fresh, modern appeal.

“I always try to get a read on the client, to give them something that reflects who they are,” says Vaandering. “And, when this was done, I said to Ann, 'it is really you.'”

Three walls were removed and an exterior wall was bumped out 30 inches to accommodate a counter and a six-burner gas stove plus a corner walk-in pantry. The bump out was also extended through to the adjacent laundry room, creating more breathing room in what had been a cramped area.

A double-sided fireplace and a wall with two doorways had separated the former kitchen from the great room. The fireplace was removed – “there are two others in the house, so it wasn't necessary,” LaRocque says – and the wall was replaced with a sixfoot partition creating archways to the great room at either end.

On the kitchen side is a beverage centre with cabinets for mugs, glassware and bar supplies and a counter with a narrow trough sink. “That is so handy,” LaRocque says. “When you're making the coffee you don't have to carry water from the main sink. And when I'm entertaining, I fill it with ice.”

Vaandering extended the beverage counter a foot beyond the wall at one end to tie the kitchen and great room together.

The centrepiece of the kitchen is a two-tiered island, with a higher work area that incorporates a deep sink and a dishwasher, and a lower tabletop for dining.

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The additional space is a welcome transformation but the details incorporated into the renovation really “make” the room, LaRocque says.

She particularly likes the cabinetry of flat-panel birch plywood with a highgloss finish, matched in the integrated panels that conceal the refrigerator.

Vaandering kept the cabinets on the outside wall low, topped them with black trim and inserted transom-style windows above to let in natural light.

Lighting was important for LaRocque.

The upper windows, under-counter lighting, pendants over the island and wall of windows overlooking the backyard deck and pool area all serve to make the space bright.

The counters are granite – black with silver and gold veins along the counters that flank the stove and on the beverage centre. Cream granite counters with black veins create contrast on the island and table.

LaRocque is also enthusiastic about the new travertine marble flooring with radiant in-floor heating.

“I like the fact that it's natural stone,” she says. “And, it's so durable and easy to clean. We have a dog and pool, so we needed something to take the wear and tear.” In fact, she liked the flooring so much that she carried it through the great room and the foyer.

The entire renovation took five months and was completed in the summer of 2012. LaRocque is quick to point out the professionalism of the Millennium team.

“They were fabulous – trustworthy and respectful. They even looked after the dog.” Jack, an English Labrador, was just a puppy at the time of the renovation.

In fact, LaRocque threw the Millennium team a completion party at the end as a thank you.

And future owners of the home, who decide to re-renovate the kitchen, will make an exciting discovery. LaRocque and her husband, Jim Simpell, placed a time capsule, containing newspapers, magazines, pictures of the renovation and information about their family, in an empty space inside the island.

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This new development is building its first phase of 40 homes on the site, which will eventually encompass more than 200 homes.

The neighbourhood is surrounded by farmland and natural areas that will not be developed, says Matt Johnstone, of Johnstone Homes, a partner in the development.

Some home lots back onto a ravine, with an adjacent pond, that runs along the rear of the property and includes a network of walking trails. Additional green space will be incorporated in several parkettes.

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Potential purchasers of all demographics have been visiting Johnstone's two model homes.

“We've had a lot of interest from locals and from people who grew up here and are hoping to move back,” says sales representative Sharon Riopelle.

The natural beauty of the area is a “huge draw,” she adds. “It's so peaceful and serene, yet close to both London (10 minutes away) and Strathroy (a 20-minute drive).”

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Both feature open-concept kitchen/dining areas and great rooms opening to rear optional wood decks. Many homes will also accommodate lowerlevel walk-outs, says sales and marketing director Cristina Ferro.

The one-floor model home, priced at $364,900, has two bedrooms on the main floor with large walk-in closets, a master ensuite bathroom as well as a main bathroom and laundry facilities. It showcases an optional finished lower level with a recreation room, two additional bedrooms and a bathroom.

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The model homes also showcase Johnstone's trademark oversized windows that transmit abundant natural light, Ferro points out. In fact, a large window illuminates the stairway landing in the two-storey home.

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There are enough black and neutral shades of grey, taupe and cream to fill anyone's cup, but it's also time to pour on the burgundy and berry tones. “Chianti is the new black this fall and shades of red, blush, spicy orange, metallic grey and forest, pine, and emerald green are among the other key fashion hues,” says Sharpe.

According to Giuliana Athanasakos, owner of Moda di Giuliana, fall offers a well-edited range of European-inspired style. Bright colours, interesting textures and patterns are all important and play off a strong foundation of ever-chic, everelegant, black and neutral shades.

“This is truly a season in which to indulge your love of fashion by creating individual looks that will truly stand out,” says Athanasakos.

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Textured and metallic materials raise the bar with gold and silver on black, and toneon-tone metallic finishes embellishing dark and neutral-coloured clothing.

“Baroque swirls add texture to jackets and dresses. Metallic and distressed finishes on sophisticated silhouettes easily take you from day to night,” notes Athanasakos.

Colour blocking and contrasting trim remain current and although patterns are less prevalent than they were in the spring, animal prints continue to add interest to clothing and accessories.

Rose and blossom patterns are also in bloom, adding feminine flair to blouses and dresses, which are a fall fashion staple.

“Dresses are simple and emancipated, showcasing a modern, casual spirit,” Sharpe says.

Simple modernism often translates into flattering, body-skimming, knee-length dresses with straight up-and-down lines and A-line silhouettes, fashioned from knits and other soft fabrics.

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AN ENGLISH COTTAGE AMBIANCE INFUSES THIS GRAND BEND HOME The character of Marje and Ron Overholt's home in St. Joseph, north of Grand Bend, is carved in stone.

The exterior is crafted from Owen Sound ledgerock, each brick handchiselled by a team of stonemasons headed by Wes Boddy, an expert in heritage stone. The sills and lintels are polished stone from the same quarry and the outer walls are topped with dentil molding, a clas-sical architecture feature of small, repeating blocks.

Stone was also used to create a patio enclosure and a backdrop wall for a garden island in the centre of the circular cobblestone driveway at the front of the home.

“I love the stone,” Marje Overholt says. “It's like an old English cottage style but a more modern version.”

The 2,650-square-foot bungalow at 33972 Moore Court, off Hwy. 21, is listed with Trudy and Ian Bustard Real Estate for $749,900. The home was built by the Overholts in 2000.

Top: The exterior of the home is hand-cut stone, as is the backdrop for the island in the circular driveway.

Left Top: The gas fireplace in the great room is surrounded by a wall of windows overlooking the backyard.

Left Centre: The couple designed their kitchen cabinetry, including an oval island with lighted display shelving at either end.

Left Bottom: The living room and dining room feature vaulted ceilings and are separated by an archway.

Above: A wall with lights set into the handcut stone encloses the patio.

The couple's personality is evident inside as well as out.

An oversized foyer opens to a formal living room and dining room on the right, and leads to an open-concept great room and kitchen at the rear of the home.

Vaulted ceilings in the great room, living room and dining room, and graceful arched doorways, evoke the English cottage ambiance.

“The arches give a cosy, warmer feeling, soft, no sharp edges. And it seems to fit with the stone,” Overholt says.

More of the Overholts' vision is showcased in the kitchen, where they designed the solid oak cabinetry, including dentil molding along the top, mimicking the exterior stone cornice.

An oval centre island has rounded lighted glass display shelves at each end – “Ron's inspiration,” says his wife.

In the great room, a gas fireplace is surrounded by a full wall of windows overlooking the park-like backyard, which features flowerbeds, trees and shrubbery.

“We planted all the trees and gardens ourselves,” Overholt says. “We really put our heart and soul into it.”

Outside the great room, an oak staircase descends to the lower level and a hallway leads to a bedroom wing at the rear of the home. The hallway also provides access to a walk-in pantry and a summer kitchen/laundry room, complete with an additional stove and refrigerator.

“This is where I do my preserving,” Overholt says. “And the extra oven comes in handy at Christmas.”

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Above: The lower-level recreation room features a floor-to-ceiling fireplace of handcut stone with a hand-polished marble mantel, hearth and accent shelves.

This wing encompasses the main bathroom – an interior room with natural light provided by a skylight – plus a guest bedroom and a master retreat with a walk-in closet. An open archway leads to an ensuite bathroom with a corner Jacuzzi tub and a glassed shower.

The lower level features an expansive family room trimmed in oak, including french doors. More of Boddy's handiwork is evident in the floor-to-ceiling fireplace of hand-cut stone, with a mantel, hearth and accent shelves of handpolished marble.

This level also includes a full bathroom and two bedrooms, one with an adjoining nursery, as well as a multipurpose room that could function as an office or an exercise room, and a generous storage area. The entire level has nine-foot ceilings and full-sized windows.

“We didn't want it to feel like a basement,” Overholt says.

All hallways and doorways throughout the home are extra wide to accommodate a wheelchair and the stairway is wide enough to allow for the installation of a stairlift.

The house features in-floor radiant heating as well as crown molding in every room.

The property is just three minutes to Lake Huron and backs onto a ravine and a creek, with a tree line offering total privacy.

“We love the home-and-cottage atmosphere, the peace and quiet, and the privacy,” Overholt says.

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Arbor Trace is the first Canadian residence to be opened by JEA Senior Living, an American company founded by Jerry Erwin after seeing his own mother’s struggles with Alzheimer’s.

Arbor Trace’s care philosophy is called Meaningful Moments and it takes a holistic approach to caring for those living with dementia. A variety of activities such as music therapy, art therapy, exercise, spiritual care, and Montessori-based activities are designed to add meaning and value to their lives and to help them feel secure in their environment.

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by Ellen Ashton-Haiste Nadine Willemse never saw herself in sales. But a serendipitous encounter with the company Thirty-One Gifts changed that.

Willemse had been looking for an opportunity and one day, perusing the Internet, came across Thirty-One Gifts, which specializes in stylish and functional purses, totes, fashion accessories and organizational products. She fell in love with the products and the company’s philosophy of helping women achieve their goals.

On the same day, her husband, Chris, came home and announced that he had met someone with a new local business opportunity that he thought would interest Nadine. It was Thirty-One Gifts.

The nine-year-old U.S. company was poised to move into the Canadian market and its starting place was St. Thomas. Willemse jumped at the opportunity to be on the ground floor of the new venture.

“I’ll never forget attending the National Conference in August

2012,” she says. “When Cindy (Monroe, company founder and CEO) announced the launch into Canada, I stood proudly waving the Canadian flag. I knew, at that moment, that it was the beginning of something incredibly special.”

One of the first 16 Canadian independent consultants – there are now some 800 across Ontario – Willemse has risen to senior director and heads her own team. She’s also one of the first Canadian independent consultants to have comments featured in the company’s catalogue this fall.

The opportunity has been a “dream come true,” she says.

“Thirty-One does not feel like a job to me. I love going to parties and socializing with other women. I love seeing my team grow and encourage each other. And most importantly, I love being part of something I truly believe in. Thirty-One has given me an opportunity to help others build their dreams and see mine come true.”

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By Heather Toskan If excessive sweating makes you feel uncomfortable, you may want to raise your arms and say “No sweat!” thanks to miraDry, a long-lasting, non-invasive medical procedure.

Hyperhydrosis, or excessive sweating, affects women and men year round and is said to affect as much as one fifth of the general population.

“I've had many patients tell me that excessive sweating makes them feel socially and physically ill at ease in daily business and social activities, and causes them to limit both their

or injections of botulinum toxin every seven to 12 months.

“Patients have been very happy with the miraDry procedure, which effectively decreases underarm sweat production by 90 per cent. There's also an additional benefit of as much as 60 per cent odour reduction from underarm sweat,” Cumberland says.

Although results are usually evident after one treatment, as sweat glands do not regenerate themselves once eliminated, it takes two treatments of about an hour each for maximum, long-term sweat reduction that can last as long as five years and possibly longer, based on current scientific data and patient follow up.

activities and the types of clothing that they choose to wear,” says Dr. Penny Cumberland, of the Cumberland Laser Clinic in London.

Those with hyperhydrosis often shun wearing light colours, sleeveless tops and clothing made of silk and lightweight fabrics as they may feel limited to wearing dark or layered clothes.

The miraDry procedure specifically eliminates underarm sweat glands with the application of a patented handheld device that emits electromagnetic microwave energy. According to Cumberland, the miraDry procedure offers a potentially permanent solution to excessive underarm sweating, unlike other treatments, which include surgery September/October, 2013

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“The miraDry procedure is a very comfortable treatment that requires minimal downtime. miraDry technology eliminates sweat glands deep in the dermis, with each treatment lasting about 60 minutes,” Cumberland says.

If you're considering miraDry treatments, it may be helpful to know exactly what to expect.

You'll be asked to shave both underarms four days prior to the procedure.

The small amount of hair regrowth that occurs after four days will help your health-care professional precisely identify treatment areas. Should you have any open cuts or nicks in the treatment area, you must wait until they heal to undergo treatment.

“Patients have been very happy with the miraDry procedure, which effectively decreases underarm sweat production by 90 per cent.”

- Dr. Penny Cumberland

Wear a top with loose arm holes, such as a tank top, sports bra or camisole on the day of your procedure. Men usually wear a tank top or no shirt.

A trained health-care professional will inject your underarm area with local anaesthetic to minimize any possible discomfort during the passing of electromagnetic microwaves back and forth on the sweat glands under your arms with the miraDry hand piece.

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The treated area can be cleansed with water and gentle liquid soap, but you must avoid shaving or applying antiperspirant or deodorant to your underarms for a few days.

“Although most people can resume normal activities the day following a miraDry procedure, it's important to avoid rigorous activity or exercise and to wear loose-fitting, comfortable tops for several days after treatment,” recommends Cumberland.

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“The miraDry procedure is a very comfortable treatment that requires minimal downtime. miraDry technology eliminates sweat glands deep in the dermis, with each treatment lasting about 60 minutes.”

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After your skin has healed, you'll perspire at a greatly reduced rate but will eventually wish to resume using antiperspirant or deodorant.

If you're concerned about eliminating your underarm sweat glands, as they're part of your body's “cooling system,” there's little cause for alarm.

“The sweat glands under your arms comprise only about two per cent of the body's total sweat glands,” notes Cumberland. “Eliminating them will not compromise your body's ability to cool itself.”

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By Mara Papatheodorou Mara Papatheodorou is the former food editor for Bon Appetit magazine. She is now Tastes and Traditions expert at Regent Seven Seas, writing articles and blogs highlighting gastronomic experiences available both on board and ashore.

Sydney is a spectacular combination of cosmopolitan cool meets casual fun.

Called Harbour City due to its picturesque waterfront setting, Sydney has two of the city's most recognized and visited landmarks: The Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

To appreciate this city's celebrated skyline, take a harbour cruise, walk and climb the harbour bridge or ride to the top of the Sydney Tower. Stroll the tranquil grounds of Royal Botanic Gardens in Farm Cove where plants have been cultivated for more than 200 years or take a leisurely walk through the Domain, the colony's first governor's private land that is now a beautiful grassy park. On the artistic front, The Art Gallery of New South Wales houses some of the finest Australian and Aboriginal collections while, The National Maritime Museum highlights the country's ties to the sea.

Wander the historic Rocks District named for its rugged cliff surroundings.

Located here are the Sydney Observatory, the Museum of Contemporary Art and The Rocks Discovery Museum.

Campbell's Storehouses – a group of renovated storage rooms used in the 1800s for tea, sugar and textiles – now features excellent diverse restaurants. For excursions just beyond, head to the Blue Mountains National Park to see the famous Three Sisters rock formation or, for a stunning overview, enjoy a ride on the Scenic Railway or Skyway. Animals abound at Taronga Zoo, while famous Bondi Beach offers fun in the sun.

Today's “Mod Oz” cuisine is a flavoured fusion of the many nationalities that call Sydney home. Mediterranean influences come from the Greeks, Italians and Turks while Thai, Indonesian and Vietnamese populations bring out the

Asian aspects of certain “local” dishes.

Cooking on the barbe (barbecue) is very popular, whether you choose tender beef, lamb, sausages or scrumptious seafood.

Fresh and flavourful, Barramundi (Australian cod) is a local favorite as are lobster and Sydney rock oysters.

Wine is a big commodity throughout Australia and some of the world's best whites and reds hail from different regions, especially the New South Wales areas. For whites, sip and savour Chardonnay or Semillon; for red, it is all about Shiraz. The Aussie name for Syrah, Shiraz stuck after Scotsman James Busby, considered the father of Australian wine, brought these grapevine clippings from the Rhone to Australia in 1832. The full-bodied varietal thrived and the country became a large producer of this robust red wine.

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What makes a business 1961 and built his first house

By Kym Wolfe person a success? Establishing here in 1968. Since then, a profitable company and runRembrandt Homes has been ning it for more than 40 years involved in several major could be considered successhousing developments in ful.

London and Woodstock, and But to command a high level played a key role in raising $1 of respect for your philanmillion for Bethanys Hope thropy and service, to be Foundation. recognized by your peers as a Marsman says he was person of integrity, to be genuinely surprised and proud considered a role model for to learn he had been named to future generations of entrethe Business Hall of Fame. preneurs and business leaders “It's a tribute to our city and to – these are qualities that Canada that someone like me honour more than an entrecould come here and live the preneur's ability to keep the Canadian dream,” he says. bottom line in the black.

To aspiring young entrepreIn April, Tony Marsman of Rembrandt Homes was named to the neurs who are looking to blaze their own trail, Marsman says: Business Hall of Fame – an honour that Junior Achievement gives “There are more opportunities today than ever, but there are also to a business person who has built a legacy in our community and more choices and information available. It's important to know who is seen as a role model for enterprising young Londoners. what you want and then go after it. Be willing to take the initiative Marsman grew up in the Netherlands, immigrated to Canada in and to work hard, and you can achieve it.”

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As mid-life baby boomers become mature zoomers, more and more are seeking a home that will allow them to live independently well into their senior years.

That’s exactly the philosophy behind Village On The Thames in Dorchester, a development by Barry Wade Homes.

The homes, primarily bungalows and one two-storey plan, are accessible for any type of mobility issue. A level access from the garage to the mudroom accommodates walkers, scooters and wheelchairs.

“They can also be customized to meet any need or desire of the purchaser,” Wade says.

All units have main-floor bedrooms and laundry facilities, eliminating the need for stairs. An open-concept kitchen and great room plus nine-foot ceilings and transoms add to the sense of spaciousness.

Purchasers at this stage of life are also looking for more upscale features.

The model home showcases several such upgrades including a gas fireplace, granite counters and custom shelving that transforms a hallway from the master bedroom to the ensuite bathroom into a walk-in closet/dressing room.

Upgrading to a finished basement can also incorporate a third bedroom, bathroom and office.

Village On The Thames is nestled on 35 acres along the Thames River with landscaped gardens and walking trails throughout.

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In Ingersollâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Harrisview community, the two-storey Ivystone model home is ideal for a busy family, says Suzie Dennis, assistant sales manager for Doug Tarry Homes.

The 2,195-square-foot floorplan features a main-floor office, which could also be used as a den, off the foyer. The main hallway leads past the dining room, the powder room and mudroom to an open-concept great room and kitchen at the rear of the home. The kitchen includes a walk-in pantry with glass doors, a granite-topped centre island and a terrace door that opens to a rear deck.

On the second floor, an open sitting area overlooks the foyer. The space could be redesigned as a separate room, possibly a craft room, Dennis notes.

There are three second-floor bedrooms, including the sizeable master suite, which stretches across the back of the home. It includes a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a glassed shower.

The second floor also encompasses a main bathroom and a laundry room.

The home features hardwood and ceramic flooring, and nine-foot ceilings throughout. It also includes a two-car garage with additional storage. The price, including upgrades, is $400,796. All Doug Tarry homes are built to Energy Star specifications and are solar ready.

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The optional sitting area also gives you the added space on the second floor. The second floor laundry completes the home.

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Mc Millan & Co. MEADOWLANDS OF SUNNINGDALE

During the last three decades, Bruce and Dana McMillan and their team of skilled tradespeople and suppliers have built their reputation one customer at a time through relationships of trust and understanding, say the owners of McMillan and Company and Interiors With Dana. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer creative assistance in every aspect of decision taking. We include all the time it takes to help make dreams come true,â&#x20AC;? says Bruce McMillan.

Working closely with the home purchasers and learning about their lifestyles and their needs leads to the inclusion of details that make a home personal. In fact, the McMillans are detail oriented in all of their architectural designs, adding distinctive characteristics such as timber framing, natural stone and brick masonry exteriors, covered and screened porches and smaller grill decks.

These elements are showcased in their model home on Callingham Drive in the Meadowlands of Sunningdale, located between Richmond Street and Wonderland Road.

Other highlights there include a walk-in kitchen pantry, a study with a vaulted ceiling and built-in bookcases, and a luxurious master bedroom retreat with an ensuite bathroom that opens to a walk-in closet with a custom storage system.

Downstairs, the lower level includes a games room/media centre with a wet bar and a cold room.

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In north London’s Stonebridge on Sunningdale community, Rembrandt Homes is offering a collection of 43 bungalows and two-storey homes.

“It’s a lovely area, close to amenities,” says sales representative Christine Davies. Medical facilities, the university, London Aquatic Centre and Masonville’s stores, restaurants and services are nearby. The community also borders the 36-hole Sunningdale Golf and Country Club.

The current model home showcases a popular bungalowwith-loft plan.

Here, the dining room and kitchen lead to the living room, which has a vaulted ceiling and terrace doors that open to a rear porch. The spacious master bedroom features a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a shower and corner soaker tub.

The loft, which overlooks the living room, includes a second bedroom and bathroom. The unfinished basement could accommodate a third bedroom, recreation room and bathroom.

The homes in Rembrandt’s Stonebridge collection offer a spacious ambiance. Most have an open-concept design and all have nine-foot ceilings.

Main-floor laundry rooms provide added convenience. Standard features include ceramic tile or hardwood flooring in kitchens, bathrooms and foyers, and broadloom carpeting in bedrooms, living and dining rooms. All of the homes are Energy Star qualified.

Exteriors feature stone or brick detailing, concrete porches and interlocking stone driveways and walkways.

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Sophistication, combined with the serenity of nature, is the lifestyle blend that Old Oak Communities is offering buyers in its condominium development at Parc Centre.

The first phase of this development, off Oxford Street at Beaverbrook Avenue, is Nuvo Condos, a modern four-storey building of one-, two- and three-bedroom units.

“We set out to create something special here,” says Greg Bierbaum, president of Old Oak Developments. “Our focus is on developing a unique urban environment, while offering purchasers custom finishes in their condos.”

Model suites showcase many upscale features that are standard here. These include nine-foot vaulted ceilings with a selection of tray finishes and coved crown moulding; custom cabinetry and granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms; and choices in hardwood laminate flooring, Italian solid porcelain oversized floor tile and minimum 42-ounce bedroom carpeting.

Storage lockers are available with same-floor access.

The community also features an urban park with trails and gardens that belie its location just minutes from major commercial and shopping centres, and close to downtown London. Bicycle storage is provided with grade access to a path system.

Residents also have access to Parc Centre Place, a recreation facility with a fitness centre, pool and the Sugarcreek Café.

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Nestled on a quiet crescent in the Wickerson Woods neighbourhood, west of Byron, the newest model home by London’s Pine Tree Homes showcases a wealth of features available from the custom builder.

The 2,000-square-foot ranch home, one of just five in this private enclave, includes “all the extras,” says builder/developer Fil Abrantes. This includes in-floor heating, granite counters and surround sound throughout.

The open-concept kitchen-great room stretches across the rear of the house with a wall of windows opening to a covered patio enclosed with a glass railing. A barrel-vaulted ceiling in the great room is carried out to the patio ceiling.

Both the main-floor master bedroom and guest suite feature walk-in closets and ensuite bathrooms.

The main level also has a study, a two-piece powder room and a laundry room, which provides access to a two-car tandem garage.

The lower level features a home theatre with a motorized roll-down screen, an oversized recreation room, a full bathroom and a third bedroom/ office. A plaster accent wall along one side of the recreation room has glass doors leading to a 12-by-20-foot wine cellar and tasting room.

Heated floors in this level are porcelain tile, each one different “to give a natural look,” Abrantes says.

The home’s exterior is maintenance-free stone and stucco.

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Southwinds DEER RUN, GRAND BEND

A gracious stone entrance welcomes visitors to the custom model home on Timberwood Trail in Deer Run, a South Winds Development community six kilometres south of Grand Bend.

Inside, a wide hallway leads from the foyer to the openconcept kitchen and great room, which overlook a sizeable rear deck and yard, enclosed by mature oak and pine trees.

Developer Stacey Graham says the kitchen, with its central island and breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and dining area, is an ideal space for entertaining. The kitchen opens to a comfortable family room, which features a corner fireplace.

At the front of the home, the master bedroom incorporates a large walk-in closet and a three-piece ensuite bathroom.

Across the hallway, a spacious second bedroom has direct access to the main bathroom.

The home features hardwood floors and granite counters throughout, as well as oversized windows that convey an abundance of natural light into the interior. A generous two-car garage offers plenty of storage space.

Homes in Deer Run are set on half-acre treed lots. There are several floorplans available or buyers may choose their own builder.

The community is located off Hwy. 21, directly across from Pinery Provincial Park, which offers wide sandy beaches and nature trails.

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STATION PARK ALL SUITE HOTEL CONTINUING A TRADITION OF COMFORT IN LONDON

By Kym Wolfe Sure, there have been changes at Station Park All Suite Hotel since the inn was purchased by Fortis Properties last October. Most, however, have been behind the scenes away from the public's view, says Lori French, Station Park's sales and marketing manager.

With the acquisition of Station Park, Fortis now owns 23 hotels across Canada, six in Ontario. Five of the six Ontario properties, excluding London, are Holiday Inns.

Following the recent retirement of Station Park's general manager Randy Pringle, Micheline Murawsky – previously general manager at the Holiday Inn in Cambridge – is now managing Station Park.

Still, there are no plans to change the Station Park All Suite Hotel name or brand. Its success as an independently branded hotel has been recognized by Nora Duke, Fortis's president and chief executive officer, who describes Station Park as a “solid performer in the London market, with an established history of providing outstanding guest customer service and support to the local community.” Based on the value of its reputation, expect to see the London property retain its current name and identity.

Some visible changes will be apparent in 2014, with an expected $1.5 million in renovations to the lobby and other first-floor space, as well as some of the guest rooms.

French says all changes are designed to enhance the property and guest experiences.

The majority of Station Park's business comes from corporate and business clientele.

The hotel has126 guestrooms, each a two-room suite, and 1,800 square feet of meeting space. Located in the heart of Richmond Row, the hotel is within walking distance of dozens of restaurants as well as some of the city's major entertainment venues.

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By Kym Wolfe

THE ANNUAL EVENT BRINGS ARTISANS TOGETHER FROM ACROSS ONTARIO

The Lambton Fall Colour and Craft Festival, to be held Oct. 19 and 20, has been a Lambton Shores autumn tradition for 32 years.

“It's always held the weekend after Thanksgiving, so we're one of the earliest shows in the fall season,” says event co-ordinator Gwen Watson. “It's a great opportunity for people to start their Christmas shopping.”

The event typically attracts more than 5,000 visitors. One of the attractions for shoppers is the ability to meet the individuals who created the items on display.

The show brings together professional crafters and artisans from across Ontario who offer a variety of handcrafted goods, including a large selection of one-of-a-kind items.

With more than 90 exhibitors, the festival is spread over two locations, at the Lambton Heritage Museum just south of Grand Bend, and at the Legacy Recreation Centre in nearby Thedford. Visitors will find everything from wrought-iron work, glass art, jewellery, soaps and giftware to clothing, fashion accessories, home décor, farm produce and baked goods.

The village of Thedford's Fall Fantasia and the 10th annual Poinsettia Holiday Shopping Tour also run the same weekend. Fall Fantasia features a farmers' market and sidewalk, bake and yard sales along Thedford's Main Street and in the village centre. The Poinsettia Holiday Tour has shoppers follow the poinsettias to a variety of vendors in the Northville/Port Franks area, including a stop at the tearoom operated by the Ausable Port Franks Optimist Club in the community centre.

The Lambton Fall Colour and Craft Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children, which provides access to both the Lambton Heritage Museum and Legacy Centre sites on either Saturday or Sunday.

Proceeds from the show support activities and programs at the Lambton Heritage Museum. The museum complex consists of two exhibition galleries and seven historic buildings that capture the rich human and natural history of the Lambton County region.

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European models shown. Features and equipment may vary in Canada. Total selling price for a new base model 2013 BMW 528i xDrive All-Wheel Drive starts at $57,547.36, which includes MSRP ($56,900), freight and PDI ($2,095), Retailer administration fee (up to $395), air surcharge ($100), OMVIC fee ($5), and tire levy ($23.36) LESS delivery credit of $2,000. Applicable taxes, licence, and registration are extra. Retailers are free to set individual prices and charge administration fees, which may change the APR or the price of the vehicle. *Lease offer of 1.9% APR for 48 months available only through BMW Financial Services Canada on approved credit (OAC). Lease example based on MSRP of a new 2013 BMW 528i xDrive All-Wheel Drive base model: $56,900 MSRP LESS delivery credit of $2,000 at 1.9% APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $598 with down payment or trade equivalent of $8,258. Down payment includes freight and PDI (up to $2,095), Retailer administration fee ($395), A/C levy ($100), PPSA ($55.40), OMVIC ($5) and tire stewardship fee ($23.36). First month’s lease payment, security deposit of approximately one month’s payment, licensing, registration, and applicable taxes are extra and due at lease inception. The residual value of the vehicle at the end of the term is $23,329. Annual kilometres limited to 12,000; $0.15 per excess kilometre. **$2,000 delivery credit on the 2013 BMW 528i xDrive All-Wheel Drive applies to lease, finance, and cash purchase transactions. Offer expires September 30, 2013. Delivery must be taken by September 30, 2013. Offer is subject to availability and may be cancelled or changed without notice. Certain conditions apply. See your local BMW Retailer or bmw.ca for full details. †New 2013 BMW vehicles purchased from an authorized BMW Retailer in Canada are covered by a No-Charge Scheduled Maintenance plan for four years or 80,000 km, whichever comes first. Certain limitations apply. Contact your BMW Retailer for details. ©2013 BMW Canada Inc. “BMW”, the BMW logo, BMW model designations and all other BMW related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and/or trademarks of BMW AG, used under licence.

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2013 LINCOLN MKZ ELEGANT MKZ HERALDS A NEW ERA FOR LINCOLN BRAND Distinctive styling plus advanced technologies and an abundance of amenities set Lincoln's MKZ mid-size luxury sedan apart from its predecessors. Up front, there's a fresh look to the brand's signature split-wing grille while the steeply raked windshield, sweeping roofline and flowing rear end create a sleek, more aerodynamic profile.

The elegant interior features a new instrument panel with LCD instrumentation, wood trim, heated front seats and SYNC with MyLincoln Touch, plus innovations such as a push-button gearshift selector. Quietness in the cabin is assured with a standard active noise control system, while Lincoln Drive Control, which integrates engine, transmission, body and chassis systems, delivers a refined ride and engaging dynamics.

The MKZ is available with a choice of three powertrains. A 2.0-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder is standard, producing 240 horsepower. That output compares with a traditional V6, yet its fuel consumption is an impressive 9.2 litres/100 km in city driving, 5.9 on the highway. If you prefer more power, a 300-horsepower, 3.7-litre V6 is available. Both engines are paired with a six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission with sporty steeringwheel-mounted paddle shifters. Frontwheel drive is standard with either engine, but an all-wheel-drive system is available.

2014 BMW X5 THIRD-GENERATION X5 RAISES THE BAR FOR STYLING, COMFORT, DRIVABILITY The third generation of the BMW X5, the founding model in the Sports Activity Vehicle segment, arrives in mid-November and is expected to set a new benchmark for its class with a fresh body design, spacious interior with luxurious appointments and outstanding versatility, all combining to make this new iteration a superb and efficient driving experience. The exterior is an evolutionary extension of the current X5's design, with the front end dominated by twin circular headlamps that sweep into the signature twin kidney-shaped grille openings. The view from the side accentuates the elegantly stretched profile, highlighted by a character line that flows over the muscular wheel arches and culminates in the taut shape of the X5's tail end.

Inside, you'll immediately notice the raised seating position, allowing better visibility. The instrument panel is set low with its horizontal lines extending into the door panels. To increase versatility, the rear seatback is divided into three sections. Each can be folded to increase cargo space, which ranges from 650 to 1,870 litres, depending on the configuration. A third-row seat is available.

The X5 will be offered in two trim levels – the X5 35i, with a base price of $62,900, and the X5 50i, starting at $76,500.

2014 bmw 4 SERIES coupÉ SPORTY NEW MID-SIZE MODEL JOINS BMW’S COUPÉ LINEUP There's an addition to the sporty twodoor ranks at BMW with the introduction of the all-new 4 Series Coupé.

Arriving this fall in showrooms, this midsize coupe slips into the BMW lineup between the popular 3 Series and the larger, upscale 6 Series and 8 Series models. It will be available in four variants – the 428i and the all-wheel-drive 428i xDrive, both powered by a 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder engine, and the 435i and 435i xDrive featuring a 3.0-litre Twin Power Turbo inline six.

The 428i Coupé comes with a six-speed manual transmission, but an eight-speed sport automatic is available. The 428i xDrive is offered only with the eightspeed automatic. Standard on both 435i models is either the eight-speed automatic or the six-speed manual gearbox.

The 4 Series Coupé is visibly larger in width and wheelbase than its 3 Series sibling, with a silhouette that's longer and lower. Its front end features characteristic BMW design themes, including the double-kidney grille, four round headlights and a large air intake in the front apron.

Pricing for the 4 Series Coupé starts at $44,900 for the 428i and $49,000 for the 428i xDrive; the 435i Coupé starts at $54,900 and the 435i xDrive at $55,600.

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2013 CADILLAC SRX

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The seven-passenger 2014 Acura MDX is built on a new platform that delivers improved ride, more dynamic performance and increased fuel efficiency. This third generation of Acura's luxury SUV is totally redesigned inside as well, with a roomy new cabin layout highlighted by luxurious appointments.

Power is supplied by a new, directinjected, 24-valve 3.5-litre i-VTEC V6 engine that generates 290 horsepower and 267 lb.-ft. of torque. It's paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that features paddle shifters to enhance the vehicle's sporty flair. The new MDX, with a variable cylinder management system, has an estimated fuel consumption rating of 11.2 litres/100 kilometres in city driving and 7.7 in highway usage.

The MDX's drivetrain includes SHAWD – Acura's Super Handling AllWheel Drive system – with Agile Handling Assist technology.

This MDX is more fun to drive, with quicker acceleration, more responsive braking and more precise steering. The vehicle's suspension was tuned on the famous Nürburgring racing circuit in Germany, where it improved the previous model's lap time by eight seconds.

Four trim levels will be offered – the well-equipped base MDX, a navigation package, a technology package and the top-of-the-line Elite package. Pricing starts at $49,990, which is a $3,260 reduction from the outgoing model.

Drivers of the 2014 Cadillac SRX midsize luxury crossover will find nighttime driving less challenging – and safer – thanks to the availability of a new headlight system. Intellibeam is now included as part of Cadillac's Driver Awareness Package on the SRX. The system ensures the headlamps are always at the proper intensity without relying on driver input – the sensor automatically switches from high beams to low beams when it detects oncoming traffic. The system is part of numerous advanced safety technologies built into the SRX that utilize radar, cameras and ultrasonic sensors to help prevent crashes.

The roomy, five-passenger SRX is available in a base model plus three option packages: Luxury, Performance and Premium. All models are powered by a direct-injected 3.6-litre V6 that generates 308 horsepower and 265 lb.-ft. of torque. It is matched with a six-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission with a driver-selectable Eco feature that alters the shift points for improved fuel efficiency during normal driving conditions. All-wheel drive is available with all but the base model. The system features an electronic limited-slip rear differential, which not only improves traction in slippery road conditions, but also provides side-to-side torque transfer along the rear axle to enhance control during hard cornering.

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THE ALL-NEW RANGE ROVER SPORT THE FASTEST, MOST AGILE LAND ROVER… YET

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The Range Rover Sport's dimensions have been altered, too, with the wheelbase now 178 millimetres longer and the overall length stretched 67 mm. The added length provides more space inside the vehicle for passengers and their gear.

Pricing starts at $73,990.

2014 lexus IS AGILE LEXUS SPORT SEDAN CHALLENGES GERMAN COMPETITORS Lexus is challenging the best German brands in the sport luxury segment with its latest generation of the IS sport sedans.

The lineup for 2014, featuring the IS 250, IS 350 and F Sport, has been completely redone to compete head on with the best European sporty models, starting with an eye-catching new exterior design backed up by sharper handling, improved performance and advanced technologies. The interior is more spacious, thanks to an increase in width and wheelbase. The added length has helped improve rear seat comfort and cargo capacity.

The 2014 Lexus IS offers a choice of two engines – a 2.5-litre V6 that produces 204 horsepower or a 3.5-litre V6 that churns out 306 horses. Available transmissions are a six-speed automatic or an eight-speed automatic, both with sequential shifting. You can also choose between rear-wheel or all-wheel drive.

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†Complete Lexus Price for a 2014 IS 250 RWD sfx ‘A’ is $39,430. ~2014 IS 250 RWD F Sport package shown: $42,430. Complete Lexus Price includes freight/PDI ($1,995), EHF Tires ($29), EHF Filters ($1), A/C Tax ($100), and OMVIC Fee ($5). Taxes, license, registration (if applicable), and insurance are extra. *Lease and finance offers provided through Lexus Financial Services, on approved credit. *Representative lease example based on a 2014 IS 250 RWD sfx ‘A’ on a 48 month term at an annual rate of 3.9% and Complete Lexus Price of $39,430. Monthly payment is $408/$464/$520 with $5,000/$2,500/$0 downpayment or equivalent trade in, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $24,569/$24,765/$24,960.

80,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.20/km for excess kilometres. **Representative finance example includes taxes and is based on a 2014 IS 250 RWD sfx ‘A’ on a 24 month term at an annual rate of 2.9% and Complete Lexus Price of $39,430 (excluding taxes). Monthly payment is $1,913. Cost of borrowing is $1,358 for a total obligation of $45,915. Lexus dealers are free to set their own prices. Limited time offers only apply to retail customers at participating Lexus dealers. Dealer order/trade may be required. Offers are subject to change without notice. Offers expire at month’s end unless extended or revised. See your Lexus dealer for complete details.

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oody’s Custom Cabinetry specializes in the design, manufacture and installation of highquality cabinets and counters for kitchens and bathrooms. In response to requests from customers, the company has also ventured into other rooms, creating entertainment centres and custom cabinetry for closets and garages.

The family business opened in 2005 and has stayed true to its vision of old-world craftsmanship, but tapping into the benefits of new technologies.

“All of our materials are hand selected and while we use a lot of local suppliers, we also source exotic woods from Germany, Italy, Spain and other places. We make our own moldings, trim, doors and even cut our own glass,” says owner Shawn Fentie.

The company has a showroom in Hyde Park and a manufacturing facility in Strathroy. Pieces are finished with a durable lacquer that can be tinted to whatever colour the customer desires, then installed by the company’s team of skilled craftspeople.

Woody’s works with the majority of high-end home builders in the London region, supplying custom cabinetry for new homes and cottages. The company prides itself on providing classic, timeless pieces.

Woody’s has been recognized with a number of design awards. The company uses cutting-edge design and manufacturing software, generating 3D plans so clients can clearly visualize what the end product will look like.

“We customize the design to suit the function, client style and budget. We are often asked for products that are unique and hard to build, a lot of curved designs or round lines, which can be challenging using traditional equipment,” says Fentie, pointing to custom-built range hoods and curved kitchen islands as examples.

When Woody’s first opened, says Fentie, some Londoners looked to Toronto for custom cabinetry. Now, the tide has turned. “We get calls from people who have seen our work in a cottage or a home they visited and they’re asking us to come and do their kitchen in Toronto.”

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f you’re thinking of using MelBarr Design Build for your next renovation project, be prepared to talk about your lifestyle – a lot.

That includes how and when you use different rooms in your house, what features are important to you, what you like about your property right now and, for those elements you don’t like, why not? Also, will you stay or are you planning to sell?

“I’ll push beyond the aesthetics to look at the functional,” says

James Melnick, who looks after the design end of the business. “I love to problem solve by applying creative design elements.”

Since Melnick and his business partner, Andrew Barr, joined forces seven years ago, they’ve devised a variety of unique renovation solutions.

For a recent home addition project in Old South London, for example, the homeowners wanted to preserve a walnut tree that had stood on the property for more than 100 years. MelBarr con-

sulted with arborists and other experts before recommending the eventual solution: protect the tree roots by using caissons to support the home’s addition, rather than digging a foundation.

Putting a lot of upfront time and work into any project pays off, says Melnick, who will challenge clients to see the possibilities beyond the status quo. He may ask them to keep a journal of their home lifestyle for a week or two, or live with cardboard on the kitchen floor to mimic the space an island would take up.

Once the design concept is set, Melnick and Barr will call in the subtrades they use to assess the physical space and to meet the homeowner.

“We want to ensure there will be no surprises and we also like the consistency of working with companies that we have an established relationship with,” says Melnick. He, Barr and their six employees do all of the framing, flooring, drywalling, tiling, painting, staining and trim carpentry, with Barr being the onsite supervisor for all projects.

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imply by Design offers much more than design-build and project-management services, says owner Dan Renzella. For more than 40 years, Renzella has focused on finding creative solutions to address clients’ concerns while maximizing space, time and budget efficiencies.

Renzella always seemed to have a natural talent for creative design and construction. In high school, he designed and built modular, moveable stages for drama productions. As an adult, he started doing renovations as a sideline to help with the family expenses but, with word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business, the sideline quickly grew into a full-time career.

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long-term relationship,” he says.

Over the years, Renzella has done everything from small residential projects to large commercial renovations and new-home building. He has also provided project management for a local home builder and, in one case, for a government project that he is proud to note was completed within the original time frame, even though he was brought in two months after the set start date.

These days Renzella focuses on the design end of things, and contracts others to complete the actual construction but says, “in a pinch I can fill any shoes as needed.” He is also active in the London Home Builders’ Association, chairing the

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Home renovations are a high demand area right now, says Renzella. “People who love their neighbourhood can do a renovation for the same or less than it would cost them to move.”

The work has its challenges since “a husband and wife often have different priorities,” he says. “I have to listen to both of their views and concerns and come up with solutions that will keep both happy.”

That seems to be another natural talent, as evidenced by a comment from one happy couple who say that Renzella listened to their opinions, “blending them in a compromise that pleased us both.”

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P. 8 Stage It! Contact: Staging It With Jennings, (519) 668-0123, www.stageitwithjennings.ca P. 14 Artastic Elgin Art Tour Visit: www.elginartstrail.ca P. 17 Parade of Renovations Contact: London Home Builders' Association, (519) 686-0343, www.lhba.on.ca P. 23 Duo Building Contact: Duo Building, (519) 434-0960, 663 Central Ave., www.duobuilding.com P. 25 A Kitchen for the Millennium Contact: Millennium Construction and Design, (519) 850-7830, 606 Upper Queen St., www.mcadi.ca P. 28 Town and Country Living in South Creek Contact: Sharon Riopelle, (519) 697-9072.

Sales Centre: 721 Bennett Crescent, Mount Brydges (off Adelaide Road). The model homes are open Mon.-Wed. noon-5 p.m.; weekends 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; www.johnstonehomes.ca/southcreek.html P. 31 Finesse Your Fall Look – Fall 2013 Fashions Contact: Moda Di Giuliana, (519) 672-3834, 630 Richmond St., www.modadigiuliana@rogers.com; Susan J Fashions, (519) 679-8511, 256 Oxford St. E. P. 34 Lifestyle Distinctive Property for Sale Contact: Trudy and Ian Bustard Real Estate, (519) 238-6023, 10188 Red Pine Rd., Grand Bend, www.youronlineagents.com P. 38 Living a Dream Contact: Nadine Willemse, (519) 854-8350, Thirty-One Gifts, www.mythirtyone.ca/nadine P. 39 No Sweat!

Contact: Cumberland Laser Clinic, (519) 432-7546, 219 Oxford St. W., Suite 301, www.cumberlandlaserclinic.com P. 42 Sydney, Australia – Travel Contact: Cruise Holidays, (519) 474-1111, 1422 Fanshawe Park Rd. W., www.london.cruiseholidays.com P. 44 Tony Marsman Contact: Rembrandt Homes (519) 657-1200, www.rembrandt-homes.ca P. 53 Continuing a Tradition of Comfort in London Contact: Station Park All Suite Hotel, (519) 642-4444, 242 Pall Mall St., www.stationparkinn.ca P. 55 Lambton Fall Colour and Craft Festival Contact: Lambton Heritage Museum, (519) 243-2600, www.lclmg.org P. 57 Automobiles of 2013-2014 Contact: Acura West, (519) 657-1557, 759 Wonderland Rd. N., www.acurawest.ca; BMW London, (519) 685-2277, 766 Wharncliffe Rd. S., www.bmwlondon.ca; Land Rover of London, (519) 681-9400, 1035 Wharncliffe Rd. S., www.ultimateautomobiles.ca; Lexus of London, (519) 680-1900, 1065 Wharncliffe Rd. S., www.lexusoflondon.com; MacMaster Chevrolet Buick Cadillac, (519) 455-6200, 1470 Dundas St. E., www.macmaster.on.ca; St. Thomas Ford Lincoln, (519) 631-7575, 1012 Talbot St., St. Thomas, www.stthomasford.com P. 65 Woody's Custom Cabinetry Contact: (519) 473-7338, 1491 Fanshawe Park Rd. W., www.woodysmfg.com P. 67 MelBarr Design Build Contact: James Melnick, (519) 902-0907, www.melbarr.ca P. 69 Simply by Design Contact: Dan Renzella, (519) 878-1864, www.simplybydesign.ca

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