Wondering what makes for a great outdoor space in Winter? Check out The Mayfair garden by John Minty Design and outdoor living by Wiedemann Architectural Design in Vancouver, BC.
Southern Ontario-based landscaping company - Quiet Nature Ltd. - recommends a natural pool that is visually appealing, very much swimmable, and sustainable.
As we navigate the COVID-19 Pandemic, could spending time - or creating your own - mediation garden be the right path for you?
Running From March 2nd to April 6th at United Contemporary Gallery, 'Still Lives In Architecture' showcases the artwork of Stefan Berg. His paintings of urban architecture celebrate the shape of Toronto's landscape and take pleasure in views that we take for granted on a daily basis!
Free Spirit Spheres in Vancouver Island, B.C offers a unique perspective for experiencing Canada’s wildlife.
Check out how Dubbeldam Architecture + Design creates a strong connection to nature reinventing a Toronto dwelling on a narrow city lot.
Dan Nuttall of Dan Does Design explains his process in creating a Black Garden for The Black House in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island!
What would housing look like in a new Toronto neighbourhood that's 'built from the internet-up'?
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Ever wondered what life is like in northern Canada? Ever dreamed of being a dog sledder and living in a rustic cabin the woods? If so, catch a glimpse of what it's like to live in Boyleville Saloon without central heating, running water, and -bonus- through the eyes of dog handler Kristina Disney!
For climbers, skiers, and hikers - and emergencies - tents are a necessity as they offer shelter from the elements. And, as a bonus, they fit within a backpack! Read on to learn more about how tents have become a practical version of the "mobile home".
Cecconi Simone Inc - in Toronto, Ontario - creates a synergistic landscape design, tying together a contemporary green roof and a lovely patio space.
Designed by Finnish sculptor Jaakko Pernu, Toronto's design firm Eventscape has manufactured an urban garden installation, titled Runaway Forest, in the Theatre District.
If you're concerned about basement floods due to heavy rains, installing a rain garden is a relatively inexpensive and environmentally friendly way to prevent them from happening.
The 17th International Garden Festival - hosted in eastern Quebec by Reford Gardens and Les Jardins de Métis - showcases contemporary garden structures and installations from around the world.
This Windscreen protective housing structure is a dominant feature in the small sub-arctic town of Fermont, Quebec.
The Martin-Lancaster house by MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects - in Prospect, Nova Scotia - is one of Canada's most delightfully Minimalist residential treasures.
Expert speakers at the We the City Summit in Vancouver recently weighed in on considerations for creating housing options that bridge the city and the suburbs.
In addition to purifying the air in our homes and being a living work of art, 'green walls' have energy saving and property value benefits.
Vancouver is home to just over 600,000 people, but humans do not inhabit it alone.
With two pilot projects in 2015, The Laneway Project is facilitating transformation of Toronto's oft-overlooked back alleys
Houseporn.ca's purveyor Steve Fudge skims the surface of the rock, exploring the architectural vernacular of Newfoundland.
Virginia Burt Designs has been honoured with a 2015 Excellence Award for their innovative residential landscape design in Nova Scotia.
Do you desire a safer alternative to today's mainstream, chemically treated pool? Then Eco-Pools Inc. could offer you a natural way to enjoy our Canadian outdoors all-year long!
Challenged by the needs of his own growing family, Canadian architect Paul Bernier took his residence in the Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood of Montreal, Quebec and transformed it.
What's all the hype about green roofs in Canada? Read on to learn more about this important trend popping up on rooftops across the nation.
The Harbourfront Centre in Toronto is presenting The Deep Woods, a contemporary Canadian collective of visual art that is inspired from our nations landscapes.
At the vanguard of green living and eco-design, vertical gardens are one of our favorite budding trends.
The Bigger the Better has never seemed more antiquated than when presented with this iconic Alberta house
Remedy the winter blues with a luxurious escape to Houseporn's top places to glamp in our East Coast Edition!
From Winnipeg, Manitoba, a fresh take on housing geared toward the 55+ demographic by 5468796 Architecture
A modern contemplative space in Vancouver, incorporates nature into the design.
In this feature we look to the luxurious spots to glamp in the Western regions of Canada! From yurts, to tipis, to the ultimate in glamour - Glamping 'Out West' has never sounded more appealing!
Glamping - the luxe version of camping where accommodations are elevated in comfort and design - is an ideal alternative to weather our Canadian winter without freezing your butt off. Here we explore some examples.
In downtown Toronto, a massive residential high-rise development called CityPlace integrates public art with its landscape and architecture.
The Don River House, by LGA Architectural Partners, is a modern nature sanctuary.