Interior Design
Evolving smart home tech redefines aging in place
Emerging technologies are powering homes into active support systems that can monitor, predict and respond to the changing needs of older adults and boost their
Renewing amenity spaces in midtown Toronto
At 319 Merton Street in Toronto, the condo board recently completed a comprehensive refurbishment of its nearly 20-year-old amenity floor.
Refreshing common areas without construction
Minor updates can dramatically shift how a building feels without the cost, disruption, or timeline of a full renovation.
Common element alterations carry legal risks
Every improvement that touches the common elements brings legal and operational consequences. How bulk indemnity agreements can offer long-term protection and cost-efficiency, help resolve historical issues, and streamline future requests.
Rising costs drive innovation in small space living
As living costs continue to skyrocket, particularly in urban centres like Vancouver and Toronto, the way people think about their living spaces has seen major changes.
Solar-powered condo living at The Well
The 1,080-square-foot residence is said to be the developer’s most eco-friendly model yet—where health and wellbeing meets reduced energy use and carbon emissions through innovative technologies.
Five interior design trends for winter
This year, we’re seeing bolder tones and natural materials to craft environments that feel both inviting and personal.
Anticipating the needs of aging condo communities
New updates to the OBC, which come into effect January 1, 2025, do little to address accessibility. How can existing condos prioritize inclusion when planning for renovations?
Eco-friendly condo upgrades
Reaching net zero by 2050 means sustainability targets for new and existing condo buildings will need to change quickly.
Reducing embodied carbon in capital projects
Condo owners now have the opportunity to understand the embodied carbon impacts of capital replacements work at their buildings.
WELL evolves into residential communities
Minto Communities is the first developer in Canada to pilot the WELL for residential program, which sets out to create healthier homes.
Tailoring amenities to evolving demographics
The types of amenities that were once popular in condos have changed.
A guide to understanding noise in condos
Resolving noise complaints requires an understanding of how sound moves through a building and the obligations of a condominium.
Designing a successful private condo terrace
The first step is to have a landscape architect draft up a preliminary plan for the terrace or balcony renovation.
15-acre community planned in North York
A vast and vacant parking lot on Sheppard East in North York will become a brand new community replete with a variety of uses.
The future of common area design
In the last couple years, the interior design space has witnessed a shift where lobbies were no longer valued as they were seen as unused spaces.
The truth about acoustic underlayment
With the increasing number of people living in condominiums, the need for superior sound control underlayment has become more prevalent than ever.


















