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Only two units are left in Esprit Condominiums, with both coming in at under $400,000.

Esprit de vie

Todd Lewys 5 minute read 2:01 AM CDT

If there’s one thing families prize above all else when they’re looking to buy a new home, it’s affordability.

It’s easy to see why.

With the cost of a new entry-level home running between $500,000 and $600,000, home-buying budgets, suffice it to say, are being stretched to their outermost limits.

If possible, families desperately want to find a new residence that costs significantly less, as they need the extra money to put food on the table and clothe their kids.

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Revamped floor plan boosts Transcona two-storey’s livability

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Revamped floor plan boosts Transcona two-storey’s livability

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026

One of the most important aspects of new-home design is very subtle, yet extremely important.

That aspect? Never being satisfied that a tried-and-true design is too good to be modified. In other words, there’s no room for complacency in designing new homes.

That’s because, as a builder, you can be assured other builders won’t be resting on their laurels in the pursuit of becoming the best in the industry. With that in mind, Kensington Homes’ design team took a hard look at one of their most popular designs, the Oceanview.

It didn’t take long to figure out how it could be improved, says Lilita Klavins, new-home sales representative for Kensington’s new show home at 408 Desrosiers Dr. in Transcona’s Canterbury Crossing.

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Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026

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The 1,610-sq.-ft. Oceanview lives much larger than its listed square footage and offers families a wonderful blend of style and functionality.

North River Heights infill home’s exceptional livability comes down to deft design details

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North River Heights infill home’s exceptional livability comes down to deft design details

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026

There are two types of infill home builds.

The first is one done quickly to maximize profit. That being the case, its build quality, floor plan and finishing standards often leave much to desire. Then there’s the second type: a home built with care and commitment to quality throughout.

Two new infill homes on Lindsay Street in River Heights North fall decidedly into the second category, says Val Miller of Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate.

“This home is a step above everything else,” she says of the 1,668-sq.-ft., two-storey show home, which stands next door to its mirror image at 182 Lindsay St., which is also now for sale. “That’s because a lot of effort was put in to getting every detail right. Everything about this home is well thought out. The builder was very meticulous and detail-oriented.”

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Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026

Offering over 2,700 sq. ft. of deftly designed living space, Casa Mia Living’s show home oozes style and quality.

Family-friendly two-storey has small footprint, loads of functionality

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Family-friendly two-storey has small footprint, loads of functionality

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026

Over the past few years, builders have been constructing two-storey homes on smaller lots to make dwellings more affordable for prospective buyers.

It goes without saying that building a residence on a narrower lot is a challenging task.

That’s because the utmost precision is required to come up with a home that feels spacious and welcoming. Every detail of its design must be considered to maximize functionality and livability.

Broadview Homes’ 2026 Spring Parade of Homes show home at 168 Ruth Crossing is a shining example of a well-considered house design, says Lisa Castro of Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate.

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Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026

The Skye design manages to pack in tons of style and livability.

Clever use of space elevates Prairie Pointe two-storey

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Clever use of space elevates Prairie Pointe two-storey

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

While a home’s square footage matters, what matters most is the efficiency of its layout.

When a home’s layout has been engineered to maximize its efficiency and utility, chances are it will feel that much more livable. At the same time, such dwellings will feel significantly bigger than the listed square footage.

That’s the case with the Hazel, Hilton Homes’ 2026 Spring Parade of Homes show home at 301 Granite Grove Rd. in Prairie Pointe, says the abode’s sales representative, Soren Frederiksen of Re/Max Executives Realty.

“This is one of our more popular plans,” he says of the two-storey, 1,859-sq.-ft. home. “I think that’s because it’s so thoughtfully designed. As is always the case, our design team’s main priority is functionality. Then, they put in the style once the floor plan is established. The use of space is excellent; it feels much larger than its listed square footage.”

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Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

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A fabulously family-friendly design, the 1,859-sq.-ft., two-storey Hazel is an efficient, elegant design from top to bottom.

Home and garden show nearly ready to go

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Home and garden show nearly ready to go

Lanny McInnes 4 minute read Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2026 Spring Parade of Homes is in full swing now, providing Manitobans looking to build their new dream home with a multitude of examples and choices of home designs, layouts and neighbourhoods to consider.

The Parade of Homes is also a great way to see what’s new and exciting in terms of home décor trends, finishes, fixtures and home technology being used in Manitoba’s best new show homes.

For those who may not be looking to build a new house but want to improve their existing residence through a renovation project, you’re only a few weeks away from an opportunity to hear from HGTV celebrities and local renovation experts at the upcoming 2026 Winnipeg Home and Garden Show, set for April 9-12 at the RBC Convention Centre.

The Winnipeg Home and Garden Show provides consumers the chance to visit hundreds of home and garden suppliers, all under one roof. This year’s show again features some of Canada’s most popular designers, gardeners and home-improvement specialists on The Main Stage presented by Home Network Canada.

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Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

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The MHBA will again be on site with its ‘Ask a Renovator’ booth at the Winnipeg Home and Garden Show next month, where professional renovators can provide you a free 15-minute consultation to help steer you in the right direction on a home project.

Subtle elegance, well-thought-out floor plan elevate Headingley abode

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Subtle elegance, well-thought-out floor plan elevate Headingley abode

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026

In any business, innovation is the key to long-term success.

And that axiom applies even more to new-home builders.

The reason is simple: maintaining a constant commitment to innovation keeps residential design fresh while adding style and functionality.

However, there’s a catch. When it comes to new dwellings, innovation needs to be strategic and practical. If it isn’t, chances are good a home will lack practicality due to an overly elaborate design.

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Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026

The stately 2,861-sq.-ft. luxury home — which backs onto a picturesque lake — is the epitome of practical luxury.

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Start your dream-home journey at the Spring Parade

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Start your dream-home journey at the Spring Parade

Lanny McInnes 4 minute read Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Spring Parade of Homes has arrived!

The spring 2026 edition of the event opens at noon today and runs until Sunday, March 22, showcasing 119 new show homes crafted by Manitoba’s best builders. Once again, the MHBA is proud to present the biggest and best Parade of Homes event in Canada.

Show home hours in and around Winnipeg are: Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 5 p.m.; Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays by private appointment only.

Parade Show homes are also available to visit by booking a private appointment with the builder outside of the Parade’s regular hours. We encourage you to book a viewing by appointment to give yourself plenty of time to ask the show-home agent questions about the dwelling and its neighbourhood.

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Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

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The 2026 Spring Parade of Homes event opens at noon today and runs until March 22, showcasing 119 new show homes crafted by our province’s best builders.

Sleek two-storey design lives large and luxurious

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Sleek two-storey design lives large and luxurious

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

There’s one thing that’s certain when a home’s floor plan is exceptionally user-friendly: a lot of careful consideration went into its conception.

That was definitely the case with Discovery Homes’ 2026 Spring Parade of Homes entry at 125 Mill Rock Rd. in Highland Pointe, says the home’s sales representative, Reid Boles of Century 21 Bachman & Associates.

“I think the biggest strength of this home is that it feels much bigger than it is,” he says of the Drake, a sleek two-storey design that checks in at 1,907 square feet. “It feels more like it’s 2,200 square feet — it lives much larger than its listed square footage.”

Right from the start, it’s clear keen attention was paid to the placement and size of each space. The result is a home is that is very user-friendly from the generous foyer on in.

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Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

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One of Discovery Homes’ newest designs, the efficiently planned Drake offers large families a great combination of style and utility.

Highland Pointe two-storey built with family functionality, respite in mind

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Highland Pointe two-storey built with family functionality, respite in mind

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

Large families typically look for two things in a new home.

First, it needs to be highly functional with a versatile floor plan that can accommodate family life — and offer spaces where individuals can go to enjoy some much needed private time.

Second, the home must offer exceptional value, ideally coming in at a price tag under $700,000.

Hilton Homes’ two-storey Lucinda design checks all these boxes and more, says company owner Spencer Curtis.

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Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

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The Lucinda — a versatile, two-storey design by Hilton Homes — checks all the boxes for large families.

Transcona two-storey designed with big households in mind

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Transcona two-storey designed with big households in mind

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

While a new home’s structure — the way it’s built — is important, so too is the way its interior is laid out.

Understandably, both features matter to prospective homebuyers, as one determines how well a dwelling will stand the test of time, while the other determines how livable a residence is.

It’s not a given that each new home design possesses the same level of overall efficiency. That’s because not every builder puts the same effort level into designing a home’s floor plan.

Suffice it to say Randall Homes’ design team spent a lot of time conceiving the layout of their new show home at 32 Jette Cove in Transcona’s Canterbury Crossing, says the sales representative for the striking two-storey home, James Conley of Re/Max One Group.

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Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

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The 1,859-sq.-ft., two-storey home is perfect for a large family, featuring an efficient layout that deftly balances style and livability.

Rural resplendence

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Rural resplendence

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

As a builder, it’s natural to feel a bit of trepidation when you’re blessed with a lot that — literally — has everything going for it.

In this case, Irwin Homes came up winners when they acquired a huge, beautifully treed riverfront lot in River Oaks North, which is in the RM of St. Clements just a short drive from East St. Paul.

However, as fortunate as they felt to be able to build on such an amazing lot, their design team was tasked with coming up with a plan that would mesh with the countrified surroundings.

After much brainstorming, it was decided that the dwelling’s motif would be modern-farmhouse.

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Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

Offering a combination of river views, functionality and refined style, the two-storey, 2,875-sq.-ft. home is a modern farmhouse masterpiece.

‘Complete package’

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‘Complete package’

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

In many instances, infill homes are built as quickly as possible to maximize profit.

That certainly wasn’t the case with 766 Crescent Dr., says Scott Moore of Century 21 Bachman & Associates (The Moore Group).

“As it turned out, this home took about four years to build from start to finish,” he says of the two-storey, 3,234-sq.-ft., Nordic-inspired design, which sits pristinely on a well-treed 50- by-232-foot lot that backs onto the Red River. “This home was done the right way all the way through.”

Moore says the longer-than-normal time span required to complete the dwelling was down partly to regulations, partly attention to detail.

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Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

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Lavish yet logical in its design, the 3,234-sq.-ft., two-storey infill home is a joy to spend time in surrounded by amazing views, natural light and fine finishes.

Live family life large in spacious Oak Bluff West two-storey

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Live family life large in spacious Oak Bluff West two-storey

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026

These days, the trend is for two-storey homes to check in at somewhere around 2,200-2,300 sq. ft. in size.

Make no mistake about it — a home of that size offers plenty of space for a large family to spread out and live life in a very gracious manner.

That said, big households — say those with six or more members — often require an even larger domicile to facilitate an organized and (relatively) stress-free life.

After all, while bib broods enjoy spending time together, everyone needs their own space, too.

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Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026

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The 2,735-sq.-ft, two-storey home was designed expressly to meet the needs of king-sized families.

St. Adolphe bungalow all about space and flow

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St. Adolphe bungalow all about space and flow

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

There’s nothing like entering a home and feeling an immediate sense of well-being.

That’s the sensation generated the instant you step into A & S Homes’ new show home at 15 Parkrose Pl. in St. Adolphe’s Tourond Creek, says Chris Dudeck of Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate, the sales representative for the 1,427-sq.-ft. bungalow.

“The first thing you notice is the sense of space,” he says. “This home is on a wide 51-by-120-foot lot, which is about the minimum standard out here. Because the lot allows for a wider design, you don’t feel like you’re walking into a bowling alley.”

Dudeck says that pleasingly spacious feel comes from a well-thought-out layout.

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Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

The 1,427-sq.-ft. bungalow — which offers more than 2,600 sq. ft. of total living space when the lower level is developed — benefits from a very well-rounded design.

Wilkens model wows with imaginative, functional design

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Wilkens model wows with imaginative, functional design

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

Designing an attached two-storey residence is never a straightforward task for a home builder.

That’s because they must deal with one key element that doesn’t arise when planning a single-detached home: lot size.

This is an important factor, as lot sizes have been shrinking due to the steady increase in property costs.

Whereas a two-storey attached home may have been built on a 30-foot-wide allotment a few years ago, sizes have now shrunk to as narrow as 22-24 feet.

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Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

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