Brampton Housing - 10/06/07 06:56 PM
A recent article in the Brampton Guardian (October 5/07) indicates that Brampton housing starts show a 32 per cent increase.  This is in comparison to Peel Region as a whole and all areas across the GTA where figures are down 20 per cent.
These statistics represent the first part of 2007, compared to the previous year.
To read the full story, click on the link below - 
http://www.bramptonguardian.com/news/article/35180
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CRDA Photo Contest 2007 - 10/05/07 11:47 AM
I am very pleased to announce the winners of our association's annual photo contest. 
At our 5th Annual Conference, members of the Canadian ReDesigners Association voted for the best redesign and best home staging of the year, as demonstrated by their peers.  The first place award in the redesign category was presented to Bev Norman of Edmonton.  First place in the staging category went to Traci Kashuba of Regina, and she also took home the second place award for redesign.  Second place in the staging category was given to Nikki Lindsay of St. Stephen, NB.   
Congratulations !
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ReDesigners Go Green - 10/05/07 11:36 AM
Redesigning a room is all about using what the client already owns, so naturally it fits right in with the reduce * reuse * recycle mindset that is increasingly popular.  The following article was recently written by Val Sharp (Founder & past President of the Canadian ReDesigners Association) and myself in an effort to further promote the redesign industry in Canada.
http://www.canadianredesignersassociation.org/media-redesigners-go-green.php
 
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Outdoor Decor for Fall - 10/04/07 09:36 AM
Autumn has arrived with all its splendor and you can still enjoy the use of your outdoor rooms, even when the evenings turn chilly.  The addition of a clay Chiminea or copper fire pot will add warmth and create wonderful atmosphere for you and your guests.  A few cozy and colorful blankets draped over the Muskoka chairs will look inviting. Large ornamental lanterns will brighten your pathways.  Several potted mums and a few cheery pumpkins will serve as your accessory pieces.Now bring on the spiced apple cider or a steaming bowl of carrot soup to warm the soul. Everyone will be … (5 comments)

Canadian Redesigners Conference 2007 - WOW - 10/03/07 11:07 AM
I returned from Kelowna BC on Monday night full of renewed energy and enthusiasm.  Our Conference was fantastic !  Guest speakers Mandie Crawford, Rob Hatch, Doreen Cardwell, Davis Kyle and Stephanie Tracey inspired us and provided us with valuable information.  Some of our own members were featured in the Spotlight on Success segment and it is clear that we have great talent in our Association.
It was sad to see Val Sharp, our Founder and President, step down after 5 years of service, but I know that she will still be very much involved in the activities of our Board and she will … (6 comments)