Winnipeg Renters Guide - January 26, 2024

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THE GATES 25 DAYLAN MARSHALL GATE

431-813-8020 55 DAYLAN MARSHALL GATE

431-441-0362 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Lookup ID: 4R10857 at 4Rent.ca

HOLIDAY TOWERS 160-170 HARGRAVE STREET Bachelor, Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments

204-809-0378 Lookup ID: 4R8527 at 4Rent.ca

SUMMERLAND APARTMENTS

77 UNIVERSITY CRESCENT

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments • Large tropical atrium • Indoor pool • Smart Card laundry

• Close to U of M, transit, shopping & dining • On-site management

• Generous storage • Large balconies • Spacious suites

204-809-0843 | Lookup ID: 4R8529 at 4Rent.ca

DAVID ESTATES

3563-3567 PORTAGE AVENUE

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments • Large balconies • Smart Card laundry • Modern appliances

• Generous storage • Close to transit, shopping & dining

• On-site management • Security access • Air conditioning

204 809 5906 | Lookup ID: 4R8755 at 4Rent.ca

DAWSON TRAIL

5-55 LEVEQUE STREET

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments • Gardens areas and a club house • Grand balconies

• In-suite laundry • In-suite storage • 5 appliances

• On-site management • Security access • Air conditioning

204 809 0116 | Lookup ID: 4R8532 at 4Rent.ca

WESTWOOD ESTATES

429 WESTWOOD DRIVE

Bachelor, 1, 1 + Den & 2 Bedroom Apartments • Park-like setting • Close to transit, shopping & dining

• Smart Card laundry • Security access • On-site management

• Outdoor parking • Air conditioning • Large club room

204-809-5897 | Lookup ID: 4R8675 at 4Rent.ca

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Rentals.QualicoProperties.com Lookup ID: 4R8218 at 4Rent.ca

Moray Village Phase I

ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!

35-75 Strauss Drive

• 1 & 2 BEDROOM • SPACIOUS SUITES • BALCONY/PATIO • DISHWASHER* • SEASONAL POOL • SMART CARD LAUNDRY

• SURFACE PARKING • AIR CONDITIONING • NO PETS • MANAGEMENT ONSITE • AMPLE STORAGE

RANCHO REALTY SERVICES (MANITOBA) LTD.

MorayVillage.com 204.889.8888

Niakwa Tower

Broadview Manor

115 Niakwa Road

120 Donald St.

ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!

• 1 & 2 bedroom suites • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Smart Card laundry • 1 parking stall incl.

• Elevator • Air conditioning

NiakwaTower.com

• Managment onsite • No smoking • No pets • Tenant lounge • Close to grocery store • Ample storage • Bell Fibre Optic options available in each unit

204.254.4176 Lookup ID: 4R8211 at 4Rent.ca *Select suites only.

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• Water Included • Security Entrance • Management onsite • In-suite laundry* • Onsite Grocery Store • Covered Parking

BroadviewManor.ca

• Air conditioning • Balcony/patio • Amazing Views • No Pets • Close to The Forks • Shopping Nearby

204.943.9139 Lookup ID: 4R8213 at 4Rent.ca

Rentals.QualicoProperties.com Lookup ID: 4R8218 at 4Rent.ca

30-80 Strauss Drive

• 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM • SPACIOUS SUITES • BALCONY/PATIO • DISHWASHER • SEASONAL POOL • SMART CARD LAUNDRY

Moray Village Phase II

• SURFACE PARKING • AIR CONDITIONING • NO PETS • MANAGEMENT ONSITE • AMPLE STORAGE • WATER INCLUDED

RANCHO REALTY SERVICES (MANITOBA) LTD.

MorayVillage2.com 204.889.8888

Coach Homes

Meadowlark Green

130-140 Strauss Drive, | 511-525 Thompson Drive

141-181 Strauss Drive

• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom townhouse • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Fireplace • Water Included

CoachHomes.ca

• In-suite laundry • Seasonal pool • Surface parking • Air conditioning • No pets • Management onsite • Ample storage

• 1 & 2 bedroom • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Manager on-site • Seasonal pool

• Smart Card laundry • Surface parking • No pets • Air conditioning • Ample storage • Water Included

MeadowlarkGreen.com

204.889.8888 Lookup ID: 4R8215 at 4Rent.ca 204.889.8888 Lookup ID: 4R9545 at 4Rent.ca *Select suites only.

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Rentals.QualicoProperties.com

Comfort Meets Character

Your Next Home in St. James!

204.888.8540 - or - FairlaneMeadows.com Lookup ID: 4R8217at 4Rent.ca Fairlane Meadows Offers the Following:

• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites • Spacious Suites • Management onsite

• In-suite laundry • Fireplace • Dishwasher

• Air conditioning • Balcony/patio • Seasonal Pool

• No Pets • Ample Storage • Water Included

230-236 Fairlane Ave.

Woodydell Properties 632-640 St. Anne’s Road

• 1 & 2 bedroom • Water Included • Spacious suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Fireplace

• Manager onsite • Surface parking • Air conditioning • No pets • No smoking • Ample storage

WoodydellProperties.com

204.257.6815 6

Lookup ID: 4R8209 at 4Rent.ca

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River Park Estates 449-455 Paddington Road

• 1 & 2 bedroom • Water Included • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Fireplace

• Smart Card laundry • Surface parking • Air conditioning • No pets • Ample storage

RiverParkEstates.ca

204.254.7367

Lookup ID: 4R8219 at 4Rent.ca

Rentals.QualicoProperties.com

Albina Shoreline 10-174 Albina Way

Redfern Gardens

Lookup ID: 4R8214 at 4Rent.ca

437 Hamilton Avenue

Lookup ID: 4R8220 at 4Rent.ca

• Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher • Fireplace • Tyndall Park Neighbourhood • Near Public Transportation, Schools & Parks, Shopping Nearby • No pets

• 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Private Entrance • In-Suite Laundry • In-Suite & Outdoor Storage • Large Patio/Balcony • Air Conditioning • Fridge, Stove

• Fireplace • Seasonal saltwater pool • Crestview Neighbourhood • Near Public Transportation, Schools & Parks, Shopping Nearby • No pets

• 2 & 3 Bedrooms Townhomes • Private Entrances • In-Suite Laundry • Unfinished basement • Great Views of Lake from Outdoor Deck • Single Attached Garage

AlbinaShoreline.com

RedfernGardens.ca

Chancellor Estates

Gardens at Twin Lakes

940-944 Chancellor Drive Lookup ID: 4R8212 at 4Rent.ca

5-35 Lake Crest Road

204.888.8540

• 1 & 2 bedroom • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Fireplace • Smart Card laundry • Surface parking

• Air conditioning • No pets • Water Included • Located by BLUE Rapid Transit stop • Ample storage

ChancellorEstates.ca

204.269.8276

204.888.8540

• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom • Water Included • Spacious Suites • Balcony/patio • Dishwasher • Fireplace • In-suite laundry • Manager on-site

Lookup ID: 4R8210 at 4Rent.ca

• Seasonal pool • Surface parking • Air conditioning • No pets • Ample storage

GardensTwinLakes.com

204.269.3470

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RENTALS

TEMPEST

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bath | 1280 Square Feet $1400/month plus utilities

Common Space

Common Space

LAWSON

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 840 Square Feet $1250/month plus utilities

ONLY 1 LEFT

• Active adult living • Full use of clubhouse • Fully equipped fitness centre • Kitchen • Firepit • Pickleball court • Hot tub • Dog park • Walking paths • Snow removal and lawn care included • Forced air heating & air-conditioning • 3 minutes from Steinbach

COME TAKE A LOOK! OPEN HOUSE HOURS: Tuesday: 1pm-6pm Wednesday: 12pm-5pm Thursday: 1pm-6pm

KNOX

3 Bedrooms |2 Bath | 1360 Square Feet $1400/month plus utilities 8

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JAN. 26–FEB. 9, 2024 | VOLUME 37, ISSUE 2

EDITOR/SENIOR MEDIA CONSULTANT

Merlyn Minty 204.782.8692 merlyn.minty@nexthome.ca MEDIA CONSULTANT

Terry Buhay terry.buhay@mediaclassified.ca 204.333.7183

CONTENTS

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

ON THE COVER

Amanda Pereira CONTRIBUTORS

Hellen Buttigieg, Sara Duck, Jane Herman, Anne Marshall, Dawn Peter, Bren Petrunick, Chuck Resnick MANAGER CUSTOMER SALES & SERVICE

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PRE-PRESS COORDINATOR

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Yvonne Poon, Mike Terentiev

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

INSPIRATION

26 Transcona

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Suburban charm with plenty of amenities

BY DAWN PETER

ADVICE

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Rental Pro

10 reasons renting is better: renting vs owning

BY ANNE MARSHALL

20 Make Your Move To pack or not: DIY or leave it to the pros?

BY CHUCK RESNICK

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Renters’ Etiquette Top 8 renter issues

BY JANE HERMAN

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Organized Living

Luxe Versus Less Dining in style

BY SARA DUCK

24 Home

Outside in – bringing the warmth of the outdoors into any room

BY SARA DUCK

30 Home

How to create the perfect living room

BY SARA DUCK

36 Decor

Sleep on it

BY BREN PETRUNICK

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The psychology of mess: little adjustments to reduce the clutter

BY HELLEN BUTTIGIEG

Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024 | Renters Guide 9

WINNIPEG

NORTHWEST NORTHEAST

RENTERS GUIDE IS ORGANIZED GEOGRAPHICALLY: NORTHWEST, CENTRAL, NORTHEAST, SOUTHEAST, SOUTHWEST AND SURROUNDING AREA. THE TABS AT THE TOP OF EACH PAGE IDENTIFY THE AREA IN WHICH YOU ARE SEARCHING AND THE TYPE OF ACCOMMODATIONS.

CENTRAL Downtown West End West Broadway North End

SOUTHEAST

SOUTHEAST SOUTHWEST

St. Boniface St. Vital Norwood Windsor Park Southdale Sage Creek

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NORTHEAST East Kildonan North Kildonan Elmwood Transcona

CENTRAL

NORTHWEST North End West Kildonan The Maples Garden City Tyndal Park

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SOUTHWEST Osborne Village Charleswood River Heights Crescentwood Ft. Rouge Tuxedo

St. James Westwood Crestview

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HOW TO ADVERTISE

BY PHONE: 204.782.8692

BY E-MAIL: merlyn.minty@nexthome.ca

+ get social 10 Renters Guide | Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024

Ft. Garry Fort Richmond St. Norbert Whyte Ridge Linden Woods

BY PHONE: 204.333.7183

BY E-MAIL: terry.buhay@mediaclassified.ca

Interact with us on social media: nexthome

VINBORG APARTMENTS

594/602 AGNES ST.

1 BDRM FROM $635 • All utilities included • NO PARTY POLICY!

204.783.8537 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8422 at 4Rent.ca

WILLIAM AVE.

513/515 WILLIAM AVE.

1 BDRM FROM $509 • On major bus routes • In-suite kitchens

• Shared bathrooms • NO PARTY POLICY!

204.784.2886 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R9514 at 4Rent.ca

610 ROSS AVE.

1 BDRM FROM $425 • Close to schools, parks, bus routes.

• Rent includes heat & water.

• NO PARTY POLICY!

204.997.8229 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8625 at 4Rent.ca

ILFORD AND GLENORA APTS.

768/774 TORONTO ST.

2 BDRM FROM $737 • On-site laundry • Heat and water included • On-site caretaker

• Close to parks and schools, shopping, bus routes • NO PARTY POLICY!

204.775.8516 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8424 at 4Rent.ca

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CENTRAL

AFFORDABLE WITH QUALITY

CENTRAL

Affordable QUALITY LIVING

KingsleyApts.

275/277 BALMORAL ST.

→ Includes heat and water → On-site laundry

Bachelor FROM $568 1 Bedroom FROM $675 2 Bedroom FROM $796

→ Close to schools, shopping, U of W

204.396.1349 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R11127 at 4Rent.ca

LadyDeborahApts.

700 ST. MARY’S RD.

→ Heat & water included → Parking extra

2 Bedroom FROM $967 → On a major route to downtown or U of M

431.337.5763 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R11441 at 4Rent.ca

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SouthbendApts.

671 ST. MARY’S RD.

→ Heat & water included → On-site laundry → Secure Entrance

1 Bedroom FROM $1100 → On-site Caretake → Close to shopping → On a major bus route

431.337.0501 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R9607 at 4Rent.ca

CarpathianApts.

354 MOUNTAIN AVE.

→ Close to schools, shopping, parks and more

1 Bedroom FROM $870

→ On-site laundry → On-site caretaker → Close to shopping

→ Heat & water included

204.510.9244 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8489 at 4Rent.ca

Armst rongApts.

85 FURBY STREET

→ All utilities included → On-site laundry → On-site caretaker

Winnipeg

Bachelor FROM $850 1 Bedroom FROM $925 → Security entrance → Parking available for $50/month

204.500.9604 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8428 at 4Rent.ca

384 HargraveSt. → Heat & water included → Secure entrance

Bachelor FROM $530 → On-site laundry

431.668.6088 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8583 at 4Rent.ca

CENTRAL

IN THE HEART

900 NorwichAve.

1 Bedroom FROM $1015 → On-site laundry → Heat, water, air conditioning and 1 parking included in rent

→ Clean, quiet building → Security entrance → On-site caretaker

204.794.1187 & 204.989.4210 Lookup ID: 4R8582 at 4Rent.ca

281 McGregor → Heat, water and hydro included

2 Bedroom FROM $823 → Close to schools, shopping, etc

204.989.4210

Lookup ID: 4R11755 at 4Rent.ca

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CENTRAL

CHATEAU 100 BACHELOR SUITES, 1 BEDROOMS, 1 BEDROOM WITH SUNKEN LIVING ROOM AND 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE LOCATED NEAR MAJOR BUS ROUTES WITH EASY ACCESS TO U OF W AND U OF M

YOUR AMENITIES INCLUDE: • all utilities included • security entrance • air conditioning • ensuite storage • on-site management • window coverings • 24 hr. emergency number • games/lounge area • squash courts / sauna • exercise room • indoor & visitor parking • located at the corner of Broadway & Donald Street

NEWLY REFURBISHED SUITES

72 DONALD ST., DOWNTOWN FOR LEASING INFO: 204-452-0110 EXT. 115

Lookup ID: 4R8229 at 4Rent.ca

RIVERVIEW TOWERS YOUR AMENITIES INCLUDE: • all utilities included • security entrance • 24 hr. emergency number • on-site management • air conditioned suites • indoor and visitor parking • exercise facility and sauna • newly renovated well-equipped gym • ensuite storage • window coverings • new windows • grassed 2nd floor • fantastic views

LOCATED NEAR MAJOR BUS ROUTES AND RAPID TRANSIT WITH EASY ACCESS TO U OF W AND U OF M 1 & 2 BEDROOM SUITES AVAILABLE

3 DONALD ST. 240 STRADBROOK AVE. FOR LEASING INFO: 204-452-0110 EXT. 115 riverviewa@qualitymanagement.net riverviewb@qualitymanagement.net

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CENTRAL

Newcastle Apartments 303 Assiniboine Avenue South of Broadway

Walking Distance to the Forks and Uptown. 3 room one bedroom suite for immediate possession. Rent $871 includes heat and water.

To view call 204-296-3425

Lookup ID: 4R8638 at 4Rent.ca

BUILDING MANAGERS · PHONE 204-287-2872 Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024 | Renters Guide 15

INSPIRATION |

luxe versus less

Whether your budget is large or lean, we

Dining in style

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have inspiring ideas to transform your dining room

by SARA DUCK

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1. Quinn lacquer BUFFET.. $2,549. westelm.ca | 2. Serving PLATES (set of two) feast S, face 2 by Ottolenghi for Serax. $94. indigo.ca | 3. Karlpetter CHAIR in gunnared light green/sefast black. $80. ikea.ca | 4. Anton round pedestal DINING TABLE. $1,799. westelm.ca | 5. Douthett 1 geometric PENDANT LIGHT by Mercer41. $309. wayfair.ca | 6. Arch wall MIRROR by Willa Arlo Interiors. $430. wayfair.ca | 7. Three-pack CUTLERY in gold polish. $15. hm.com | 8. Vedbak low pile RUG in yellow/green. $149. ikea.ca

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5 1. Olivia PENDANT LIGHT in brass and bronze. $599. westelm.ca | 2. Jack metal frame dining CHAIR in green spruce distressed velvet. From $494. westelm.ca | 3. Bensen natural wood round DINING TABLE. $4,699. crateandbarrel.ca | 4. Ceramic PLATE with vegetable face by Fornasetti. $1,294. 1stdibs.com | 5.

Linear FLATWARE in brass by Oui. $109 (set of 20). $109. indigo.ca | 6. Venice media CONSOLE in matte white finish. $5,329. elte.com | 7. Emery arch MIRROR in brushed brass. $1,336. elte.com | 8. Galvin handknotted RUG. $2,555. potterybarn.ca

Renters Guide | Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024

ADVICE | RENTAL PRO

10 REASONS RENTING IS BETTER

RENTING VS OWNING ANNE MARSHALL

While many people idealize home ownership and cling to it as a goal, not everyone wants to own their own home.

Especially after retirement, the “perks” of homeownership pale in comparison to the benefits of renting. If you’re thinking about making a change to your living situation, here are 10 good reasons why renting may be preferable to owning your home.

1. MOBILITY. If employment or other life circumstances require you to move to a different city (or province), it’s a lot easier to give your landlord notice and hunt for an apartment than it would be to put your home on the market, sell it and buy a new one.

2. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE.

Whether it’s shovelling snow for 90 days straight in winter, raking autumn leaves or mowing the lawn in summer, outdoor tasks are the responsibility of your landlord, superintendent or management company, unless your lease dictates otherwise.

3. FIXTURE REPAIR. When your shower stops running properly, your landlord is the one who has to call and pay for the plumber.

If the fridge or stove needs replacing, that’s their financial responsibility.

4. INTEREST RATE INVULNERABILITY. Unlike

homeowners, your rent is fixed and can only increase by small increments dictated by law. Not so the financial market, which could see you renegotiating

your mortgage every couple of years as interest rates and property values change.

5. ACCESS TO AMENITIES. Pools, gyms, party rooms and libraries are all fairly common features of upscale modern apartment buildings. In addition, highdensity housing is often situated in the heart of the city, close to entertainment and shopping, which opens up a world of possibilities for your social life.

6. NO DOWN PAYMENT. All you have to come up with to secure your apartment is enough to cover your rent and/or security deposit. Some landlords may ask for a security deposit rather than the last month, but it will usually end up being applied that way – at any rate, deposits aren’t excessive. With the average home price in Canada now well over $400k, even a very small down payment plus legal fees, plus home inspection, plus, plus, plus – it all adds up to a big investment and a lot of money to pay out on key day.

7. SAFETY. Living in a rental unit typically means living near a lot of other people, and while that can occasionally be irksome, those country music fans who hold a stomping hootenanny every Saturday night are also going to hear you scream if you’re in trouble, or notice if your car hasn’t moved or your mail starts piling up.

8. CHEAPER INSURANCE.

Unlike homeowners, renters do not have to insure the property – only the contents.

When you get your renters’ insurance, expect to be paying

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When your shower stops running properly, your landlord is the one who has to call and pay for the plumber.

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approximately half of what you would if you owned your home.

Canadian renters’ insurance averages $20 to $30 a month in most parts of the country.

9. NO PROPERTY TAXES. While you can assume that at least some of the rent you pay goes towards covering that cost for your landlord, it isn’t your financial responsibility. Your rent remains stable and increases in a predictable fashion.

10. LOWER UTILITY COSTS.

Heating (or cooling) a larger space than that which you actually occupy is one of the downsides of homeownership.

Rental units have more compact floorplans, and in the winter, you may even benefit from ambient heat from the building or apartments around you, depending on its layout.

Anne Marshall has lived in New York City, Glasgow (Scotland), Greensboro (NC), Toronto, and somehow ended up back in the fabulous small city of Guelph, where she grew up.

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SOUTHEAST

CHELSEA PLACE YOUR AMENITIES INCLUDE: • all utilities included • security entrance • 24 hr. emergency number • on-site management • window coverings • indoor/outdoor parking • visitor parking • newly renovated well-equipped gym • ensuite storage • AC suites • located near major bus routes

CLOSE TO U OF M, INVESTORS GROUP FIELD, ST. VITAL CENTRE, ST. VITAL PARK, DINING AND SCHOOLS

130 BELIVEAU 88 ERIC ST. FOR LEASING INFO: 204-452-0110 EXT. 116

BACHELOR, 1, 2, & 3 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE

chelsea1@qualitymanagement.net chelsea2@qualitymanagement.net

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Lookup ID: 4R8383 at 4Rent.ca

Suite

• in-suite washer & dryer • granite countertops • fireplace • solid maple cabinetry • large storage rooms • walk in closets • oversized balconies

Building

• Heated underground parking • Elevators • Secure fob entry access • Social lounge • FreshCo and Superstore within very short walking distance

Two bedroom, two bath 924 square feet $1,648 includes all utilities!

For virtual tour and floor plans visit

www.86niakwa.ca

Email: niakwa@sherwoodholdings.ca

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SOUTHEAST

PH AS E 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms available for rent immediately

1505 WARDE AVENUE

Leasing inquiries

431.400.9523

leasing@rockportgroup.ca

www.luxurylivingatbellavista.com

Lookup ID: 4R12172 at 4Rent.ca

BUILDING AMENITIES: • 100% Handicap accessible building • Pet friendly with a wash station available on the main floor • Storage lockers available on each floor • Bike storage and repair area on main floor • CCTV (Closed Circuit Security System) Video Surveillance of parking areas, exits, entrances and elevator • Card Access “FOB” entrance to the building • Elevator Service from underground parkade to fourth floor • Extensive Sound proofing throughout • Heated underground and exterior with visitor parking available

1 MONTH FREE RENT

FREE

INTERNET

SUITE AMENITIES: • 9’ high smooth painted ceilings • In-suite stackable washer and dryer • Two kitchen styles to choose from, White Modern or Stain Maple • All kitchen and sink counter tops are quartz • European style stainless steel sinks, taps and faucets • Ensuite bathrooms have a 5 foot walk in shower with built in seat, grab bar and glass sliding shower doors • Oversized Patio Doors • Forced air heating and cooling systems • Balconies with glass railings 19

ADVICE | MAKE YOUR MOVE

TO PACK OR NOT: DIY OR LEAVE IT TO THE PROS?

CHUCK RESNICK

Moving is a very personal thing and people who hire moving companies ask for varying levels of service. Take packing, for example.

Some people want to pack their own items, while others prefer a turn-key solution where the mover does it all. There are, of course, advantages to each approach, so it is important to choose what’s best for you.

THE PROFESSIONAL PACKER

Most who choose to pack themselves do so because it saves money on the move. That is true only if the items make it from Point A to Point B in one piece.

Moving companies will not be responsible for items damaged because of poor packing. The most critical element in packing is taking into consideration how far and long the items will remain in the boxes and containers during transit. Consumers often underestimate just how much jostling their items will endure on the various highways and other roadways on their trip to their new home or business. Accessories such as lamps may seem to be packed well, but may shift inside the carton and break or chip as a result. Professional packers have the experience to know exactly what is best for various categories of items, depending on the size and distance of the move, and 20 Renters Guide | Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024

they pack accordingly. They can also provide excellent advice on how to mark your boxes for ease of unpacking, and on the items to pack last and unpack first. Having your mover do the packing offers you the peace of mind in knowing that if the unexpected happens, your possessions will be repaired or replaced.

THE DIY PACKER

Trained packing professionals help clients with as much or as little of the packing and unpacking as required. Those who are willing and capable of packing themselves need to consider the proper materials and containers that will help to ensure a successful move. There are also significant considerations to keep in mind, such as not packing explosive or flammable items in the general boxes. Although you can obtain boxes from places like grocery stores, check with your mover, who may sell proper packing materials that will save you work and worry. Some of the items you will need are tape dispensers,

newsprint, markers, pads and bubble wrap – and there are many sizes and strengths of boxes available. There is a 1.5 cubic-foot box that is often referred to as a book or record box. It’s fairly small and is designed to hold small, heavy items like food jars or cans, flatware, CDs, etc. The next size up is a lamp or lampshade box, which is three cubic feet in size. The sizes go up from there, to 4.5 and six cubic feet for lighter objects such as pillows and stuffed animals.

These are just some of the moving materials that are available today.

Whether you choose to pack your own items or have your mover do it, be sure you choose a company with a solid track record for providing top-notch service.

Chuck Resnick is vice-president Marketing and Operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit twomen.ca

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in Southdale

at the corner of Hwy. #1 East and Beaverhill Blvd.

PARKLIKE SETTING

204-255-9469 1 Bedroom apartments from $1,055 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,285 3 Bedroom apartments from $1,437 - Water included - Dishwasher - Air conditioning - In suite storage - Sun deck or patio - Laundry in each building

110-1035 Beaverhill Blvd. leasing_lakewood@ladcocompany.com Lookup ID: 4R12274 at 4Rent.ca

- Woodburning fireplaces - Carpets & drapes - One parking stall included - Additional parking available - On site management - Some pet friendly buildings

* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

www.lakewoodagencies.ca

Weatherstone Place 204-794-2236

Conveniently located in Southdale 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,354

RENOVATED

APARTMENT AND TOWN HOME COMPLEX

- Heat, water and 1 parking stall included - Dishwasher - Air conditioning

- In suite storage - Carpet & vinyl flooring - Laundry on site - On site management

Large 3 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,725 Large 4 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,798 - Island style kitchen - 5 appliances - Central air conditioning - Carpet and vinyl flooring

- Full basement - 1 Parking stall included - On site management - Additional parking available

Some Pets are welcome

31 Weatherstone Place

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* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

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SOUTHEAST

Lakepointe

SOUTHEAST

ADVICE | RENTERS’ ETIquETTE

Top 8 renter issues JAne HermAn Harmonious living is all about treating others with respect and consideration. Start by making a concerted effort by avoiding these ‘top eight renter issues.’

1. Keep the noise down. Take off your high heels at the door, refrain from vacuuming, using power tools or hanging pictures at 10 p.m.

2. When in the elevator, hold it for a neighbour. Likewise, don’t hold it unnecessarily, like while you’re waiting for your spouse/ roommate to put their coat on,

lock the door, and walk all the way down the hall.

3. No Smoking. If smoking is not allowed in your building or on the floor, don’t do it.

4. Respect and maintain common areas as if they were an extension of your own home.

5. Ensure your pet is a good neighbour, too. Walk your pet regularly, and stoop’n’scoop.

Also, make sure your pet doesn’t howl all day or bark all night.

6. Keep an eye on the time and on your laundry regularly. Don’t leave your stuff sitting in the washer or dryer after it has finished.

7. Remember to dress appropriately when taking out

trash, recycling, picking up mail, doing laundry or getting something from your car.

8. Respect your neighbours’ right to privacy. Be cognizant of and promptly report any crimes or suspicious persons in the building.

Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.

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Glenoak Apartments – 76 Niakwa Road Off St. Anne’s at Fermour Handy to bus lines and plaza shopping, 4 ½ room two bedroom suite for April 1st possession. Rent $1,097, includes heat water and hydro.

To view call 204-254-5879 BUILDING MANAGERS · PHONE 204-287-2872 22

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Lookup ID: 4R8626 at 4Rent.ca

204-794-2236

RENOVATED TOWN HOMES

Ideal family living in the active community of Windsor Park.

Large 3 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,626 Large 4 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,639

- Island style kitchen - 5 appliances - Central air conditioning - Full basement - Patio - Playground on site

100 Wickham Road

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- 1 parking stall included - Close to all conveniences and bus routes - Some pets welcome

* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

www.lakewoodagencies.ca

Willowlake Gardens in Southdale

204-794-2236 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,231 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,343

- Heat, water and 1 parking stall included - Dishwasher - Air-conditioning - Carpeted living room - Some balconies

133 Willowlake Crescent

willowlake_rm@ladcocompany.com Lookup ID: 4R12276 at 4Rent.ca

- On-site laundry - On-site management - Additional parking available - Some pets welcome

* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

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SOUTHEAST

Wickham Park

home

OUTSIDE IN INSPIRATION |

Capture the warmth and exuberance of the great outdoors inside with these easy ideas for any room in your home

by SARA DUCK

plant

world

Cotton CUSHION COVER in light

khaki green/pattern. $7. hm.com

There is no better way to bring the feel of the outside indoors than to decorate with

2

plants. Choose a variety of sizes to create a lush feeling at home. And, if you can’t commit to plant babies, select smaller no-fuss plants

such as succulents or cacti.

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1. Coloured AGLAONEMA. $30. lowes.ca | 2. SUCCULENT plants

with POT. $5. ikea.ca | 3. FICUS braid. $38. lowes.ca

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2

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rattan

1

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Get inspired all over again with the 1970s by incorporating rattan furniture into your space. Although this material is super popular outdoors, heralding a strong boho vibe, it can work equally as well inside.

Today, many rattan pieces are designed

with modern function and esthetics in mind, giving a fresh new feel to a vintage look.

Rattan and wood folding

CHAIR. $199. zarahome.ca

1. Rattan side TABLE. $100. homesense.ca | 2. Globe electric rattan shade PENDANT. $90. canadiantire.ca

Yellow has the ability to instantly put you in

| 3. Woven rattan PLACEMAT. $20. zarahome.ca

a good mood — it’s a happy colour that can give your space a cheery, warm feeling. Try an accent wall if painting an entire room in the bright hue seems a little much. And, if you prefer to keep your walls neutral, accessorizing

with a few yellow decor items will still give your room a dose of sunshine.

hello

yellow

1

2 3

Yellow velvet flat POUF. $149.

crateandbarrel.ca 1. Pieced fabric wall ART in yellow. $524. westelm.ca | 2. Citrus punch PAINT. dulux.ca | 3. Makeva marigold swivel chair in

YELLOW. $599. article.com

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

TRANSCONA

SUBURBAN CHARM WITH PLENTY OF AMENITIES

DAWN PETER

The name of Winnipeg’s Transcona neighbourhood is derived from the words Transcontinental and Strathcona, a reflection of the impact the railway and prominent Manitoban, Lord Strathcona, had on the area. The railway’s influence can still be felt on this workingclass suburb, whose borders include Springfield Road to the north, Perimeter Highway to the east, Dugald Road to the south, and Lagimodiere Boulevard to the west.

Initially constructed around the turn of the 20th century between two transcontinental railway lines for the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Canadian National Railway, Transcona has long been a workingclass suburb with strong ties to the railways. Large rail yards and industrial areas once dominated the community, but over the years it has developed new residential areas with charming character homes, apartment buildings and ample green spaces for residents to enjoy.

Transcona contains four main

Retail shops and services dot Regent

neighbourhoods: areas north of the

Avenue to the west and Kildonan

CN rail yards, north of the diagonal

Place shopping centre is also

from its early days and railway

railway spur, Mission Gardens, and

located nearby.

roots, those roots have not been

South Transcona.

While Transcona has expanded

Conveniently located

forgotten. Large railway-themed

Active Transcona residents can

approximately 10 kilometres east

murals downtown and a steam

enjoy three community centres, two

of downtown Winnipeg, Transcona

locomotive displayed in Kiwanis

indoor arenas, two golf courses,

offers proximity to the heart of the

Park celebrate the area’s history and

two indoor pools, an outdoor water

city while still retaining its suburban

the Transcona Historical Museum

park and plenty of parks, including

charms. For those who wish to take

offers an abundance of local images

Kilcona Park and Transcona Trail.

advantage of public transportation,

and artifacts to peruse. Pleasant

Children attend seven elementary

there are many Winnipeg Transit bus

residential communities, established

schools, one elementary/middle

routes that service the area.

parks and trails, and a light industrial

school, two middle schools, and

presence continue to attract new

three high schools available to them,

residents to this historic area.

in addition to two Christian schools.

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Dawn Peter is an author and freelance writer in Manitoba.

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aDVice | organizeD liVing

The psyChology of mEss liTTle adjusTmenTs To rEduCE thE CluttEr

hellen buTTigieg

We all have spots that are magnets for clutter, usually because they provide a convenient, empty flat surface to pile things on. Walk around your home to determine where the clutter hot spots are, then remove the clutter (toss it in a box or laundry basket for now) and put something beautiful in its place, like a vase or a sculpture. If it’s the dining room table, set it as if you were having a dinner party.

This will deter you from using it as a drop zone.

Keep your pantry DecluttereD

Most people can’t resist buying items that are on sale. But when it comes to food, buying too much and neglecting to use it before the expiry date will cost you more in the long run. It’s easy to forget what you have on hand when things build up. Whether you keep your food in the kitchen cupboards or a large pantry, keeping these areas streamlined and organized will save you time, money and frustration. Before going grocery shopping, take an inventory of everything you have and plan the meals for the upcoming week with an eye toward incorporating these items.

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get in the habit of planning your weekly meals in advance. You will avoid over-buying and will always know what’s for dinner. purchase furniture that Does Double-Duty

Consider purchasing a few multifunctional furnishings such as an upholstered ottoman that not only provides a place to put your feet up, but also offers additional seating, doubles as a coffee table and opens up to reveal hidden storage. create an in/out zone

Set up a small container for each family member on a table or a small bookcase by the door as a place to hold keys and wallets. It can also act as a landing spot for briefcases and backpacks. In addition to providing a home for those items when you walk in the door, it also gives you a consistent spot to place things you’ll need to take with you when you go out again. are you being helD hostage by your stuff?

If you are reluctant to get rid of certain items because they were expensive, think about how much it’s costing you to keep them.

The more possessions you have, the more time it takes to care for them and the more space it takes to store them. Although it may be difficult to let go of things that no longer serve you, the payoff is well worth it: You’ll have more free time

in your day and be more relaxed in your home. feeling stucK

If you find yourself backsliding when it comes to maintaining your organizing systems, don’t berate yourself, as this will sap your energy and prevent you from doing anything about it. Rather than dwelling on what went wrong, focus instead on what needs to be done. Just say “oops” and move on to take action.

Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the best-seller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on getting organized, visit weorganizeu.com and sign up for the free newsletter.

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Courtyard Apts

Conveniently located on Rouge Rd. in Westwood.

1 & 2 BR suites with extra large balconies & air conditioning from $1,100/month. Includes all utilities and parking.

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Professionally managed by A.S.H. Management Group Inc.

Birchwood Terrace in St. James 204-837-6911

Bachelor apartments from $990 1 Bedroom apartments from $1,129 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,299 - Heat, water and 1 parking stall included - Walk-in closets - On-site laundry facilities - Underground parking - Mail delivery to each door - Balconies - Elevators

2440 Portage Ave.

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- Draperies throughout - Central air conditioning - Seasonal pool - Close to bus & shopping - On-site management - Additional parking available - Pet friendly (small dogs & cats)

* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

www.lakewoodagencies.ca Jan. 26–Feb. 9, 2024 | Renters Guide 29

NORTHWEST

OUR RESIDENTS COME FIRST!

INSPIRATION |

home

How to create the perfect

living room Photo: Mike Chajecki

by Sara Duck

1

FurniTure

There is an art to designing a great

space, so we asked our experts to dish on the

fundamentals of creating the

perfect living room

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When choosing furniture for the living room, it’s important to begin with a few questions: What activities will be taking place in this space? Watching TV, reading, homework with kids? Will it be a multi-zone space?

What are lighting requirements? Upon confirming the needs and requirements, the next step is to start with furniture that promotes ultimate comfort.

Then choose statements pieces (art and sculptural lighting) – these can be fun and exciting to bring visual depth and personality to the space and make it truly unique.

– Designer Diana Rose, Diana Rose Design

There’s no need to spend a fortune on decorative objects to achieve a high-end look in your living room. I’m always amazed at the quality of coffee table books, trays and trinkets you can find at thrift stores.

And why not “shop your house” for family heirlooms, art and other special items that can be repurposed in a new way?

– Blogger and designer Candace Alongi, The Minted Mama

Photo: Darby Mitchell

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DecoraTive objecTs

accenT rug

Photo: Janelle Gokule

3 To me, no living room is complete without including some pillows that bring extra comfort, as well as style and personality. If your room already has a lot of patterns from the sofa, window treatments or floor coverings, then you can select pillow fabrics that are quieter. Use your pillow selection to pull together other elements in the room, creating a cohesive colour palette.

The pillows should complement the sofa or chair they are placed on. An easy formula is to pick one small print/ pattern, one large pattern, and one solid. Your busy and large print should be on your largest pillows, or the pillow that is front and centre, as this print will usually set the tone of the arrangement.

– Designer Laura Hay, Laura Hay Decor & Design

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Photo: Gillian Jackson

Pillows

Warm up the wood floors in your living room by adding a beautiful accent rug. When selecting carpeting for a living room, fabric selection is important. Wool fabric is great for its durability and soft feel. Consider your colour scheme and use the rug as an accent to complement your space.

– Designer Brenda Danso, Brenda Danso Interior Design

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winDow TreaTMenTs When deciding on the right type of window treatments for your livingroom, consider your needs first. For instance, if your room lets in a lot of natural light or is visible to your surrounding neighbours, I suggest having a privacy blind installed. This can be in the form of a roller shade or silhouettes. This type of window treatment helps to diffuse light and provide privacy; however, I often don’t stop there, as this style is most often functional and not decorative. On top of privacy shades, especially in a living room space, I like to add drapery panels to impart a decorative element to the windows. These panels can be stationary to frame the sides of the windows, or operational to allow you to move them back and forth whenever needed.

– Designer Jennifer Backstein, Jennifer Backstein Interiors

tip: If you’re looking to achieve a warm and cosy vibe, select heavier weighted fabrics such as wools, cottons and cotton blends. For a glamourous, elegant vibe, choose lighter weighted fabrics such as silks, linens and sheers.

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neuTral PainT When selecting a neutral paint for your living room, you really want to keep in mind the overall undertone of your space. If you’re decorating with richer reds and yellows, you’ll want to choose a neutral with a warmer undertone and subtle hints of yellow. If you are incorporating blues, purples and other darker colours in your space, then you’ll want a neutral with a cooler undertone with hints of blue and grey.

– Designers Louis Duncan-He and Madelaine Moss, Louis Duncan-He Designs

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SOUTHWEST

COMMUNITY LIVING, REIMAGINED™

SOUTHWEST

Tudor Village in Fort Richmond

204-470-4420

Renovated 1 Bedroom apartments from $1,195 Renovated 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,332 Renovated 3 Bedroom apartments from $1,572 - Open concept design - New Maple Kitchen Cabinets - 3 New Kitchen appliances - New in-suite full size washer & dryer - New Windows and patio Doors - HRV – Heat Recovery Ventilator - Air Conditioning - Wood burning fireplaces in most suites

111 - 180 Ulster St.

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- On site management - One parking stall included - Additional parking available - Balcony and/or Patio - Pet friendly (cats) Leasing Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 12 p.m.–7 p.m.

Closed Friday Sat. & Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

* Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

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Baylor Place 204-803-6577

1 Bedroom apartments from $1,171 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,379

RENOVATED

APARTMENT AND TOWN HOME COMPLEX

- Heat, water and 1 parking stall included - Oak kitchen cabinets

- Dishwasher - Laundry on site - Air conditioning - On site management - In suite storage - Carpet & vinyl flooring

Large 3 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,649 Large 4 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,701 - Island style kitchen - Oak kitchen cabinets - 5 appliances - Picturesque Lake

- Central air conditioning - Full basement - Patio - 1 Parking stall included - Carpet and vinyl - On site management flooring - Playground on site

SOME PETS ARE WELCOME

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Leasing Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 12 p.m.–7 p.m.

Closed Friday Sat. & Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m. * Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

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in Fort Richmond

204-470-4420

ALL SUITES INCLUDE:

RENOVATIONS IN PROGRESS

- Heat, water, hydro and 1 parking stall included (non-town homes) - Draperies - Some pets welcome - Additional parking available

- Excellent bus service & close to Fort Richmond S.C., schools & recreation facilities - Playground on site - On-site management

- All utilities included - On-site laundry facilities

- Some balconies

1 Bedroom apartments from $1,274 2 Bedroom apartments from $1,359 Large 3 Bedroom Town Homes from $1,817 Large 4 Bedroom Town Homes from $2,003 - Water utility included

111–180 Ulster Street

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- 1.5 bathrooms - Full basement

- Washers & dryers - Patios * Suites at posted rents may not be available.

204-982-5959

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SOUTHWEST

Richmond Village

Sleep on it

INSPIRATION |

by BREN PETRUNICK photos MIKE CHAJECKI

Snuggle up in style in a bedroom designed for comfort and

warmth

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decor

W

hile you might consider key furnishings such as a bed or dressing table to be the focal point in the bedroom, it’s really the fabrics that take centre stage. Materials are a unifying feature in any room, but they garner a special significance in the bedroom, as they are both a design element and a functional necessity. Heading into the cooler months is when we feel the impact of bedroom fabrics the most.

As temperatures begin to plummet and hibernation mode sets in, we are tempted to spend more time nestled in our bed. Here are three tips if you’re shopping for sheets, plush pillowcases and cold-weather covers.

Seasonal switch-up The transition between seasons is an excellent signal to swap out your bedding. A refreshed bed scape will create a comfortable, cosy nest for sleeping, no matter what Mother Nature has in store for us. This is a great time to pack away your lightweight cottons and linens, and dress your bed in heavier, heatretaining fabrics.

COTTON FLANNEL If you tend to reach for flannel shirts and pajamas when the temperatures drop, flannel sheets might be right up your alley. This soft, mid-weight cotton has a fuzzy finish that comes from brushing or a loose weave. Flannel packs an extra punch of fluff to keep you toasty through the cooler nights ahead.

EGYPTIAN COTTON If you want to surround yourself in warmth and luxury, Egyptian cotton is for you. Widely hailed as the most luxurious bedding fabric around, Egyptian cotton is the common name for the extra long staple (ELS) cotton produced in Egypt’s unique climate, where cotton fibres grow longer than other cotton varieties. With an unsurpassed

reputation for exceptional quality, Egyptian cotton yields sheets with superior softness, durability and breathability. One touch of this exquisite fabric and you won’t give the higher price tag a second thought.

Size matters Selecting bedsheets that are the correct size for your mattress is critical to comfort. Loose sheets can become a tangled nightmare while you sleep, while sheets that are too tight put you in the middle of a wrestling match every time you wash your linens and make your bed. Also, mattresses come in a range of depths and dimensions and selecting the right size sheets can feel like a guessing game.

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pro-tip:

Before you go shopping, measure your mattress depth.

Standard sheet sets might not fit mattresses that are higher than 14 inches, and include your mattress pad or topper in your measurement, as the additional thickness needs to be considered. There are three common height ranges for fitted sheets: Standard, deep pocket, and extra-deep pocket.

Layer up Dressing your bed for cooler seasons doesn’t stop at sheets, pillowcases and a comforter.

Layering is an effective way to give visual and physical warmth to a room. Add a mattress topper, extra pillows and throws in a variety of textures and textiles such as velvet, wool and chunky knits for more heat. Don’t forget about plush area rugs underfoot and treatments for the windows.

Heavier, coordinated drapery on your windows helps trap in heat and block out light, so you can

hibernate in total comfort, while creating a cohesive esthetic.

It’s all in the details When designing a bedroom interior, it’s easy to fixate on the bed as the focal point of the room.

While this gets you off on the right

track, you’re just scratching the surface of what’s possible with bedroom design. The sum total of all the little details can make or break a room. And, in the case of a bedroom, luxurious, layered fabrics that are perfectly fitted to the space and the season can all but guarantee a good night’s sleep.

Bren Petrunick is the creative founder of award-winning Simply White Interiors. For two decades, the Niagara-based design firm provided stylish and uniquely personal interiors. Servicing Niagara, the GTA, and Ontario. swi.design IG: @simplywhiteinterior

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