Thoughts & Happenings

They say that first impressions lasts, and this is especially true when it comes to picking out the colour scheme for your home and how you’ll use the said colours to make your living space your very own.  Ask yourself, “what do I want to see?” and you’ll soon be filled with creative ideas to transform your home into your dream space. Below are some strategies we’ve compiled to help you achieve that!

Nestled into private manicured grounds this wonderful executive 4 bed, 2.2 bath home, in desirable Glen Abbey, has been renovated throughout with choice finishes, new generous open floor plan, and located on a low traffic street just a short walk to all amenities.

Designing and decorating your kids’ bedrooms can be quite a challenge, but it can be fun as well! Imagine having the ‘license’ to go a little bit crazy as far as designing and decorating goes. Wouldn’t you be excited too?

One of the most popular home colours for the past few years is gray; and with more than 50 shades of it out there (no inside jokes intended!), one can easily see why it’s a crowd favourite!

Gray can work in any room of the house and is both elegant and chic, but there are times when you simply want to spice it up by adding some other colours or design elements. With our compiled 7 stunning ways to enliven a gray palette, you’d surely find an idea that works for you!

True craftsmanship and timeless finishes are at the cornerstone of this newly custom built luxury home. Everything about this house suggests relaxation, enjoyment and the simplicity of easy living. From the classic front elevation with its large front porch and interior finishes that give a nod to old-world charm to the modern technological conveniences and superior mechanical features throughout.

Well-appointed custom home in enchanting Old Oakville. This home is situated on almost half an acre on a quiet street, just steps from downtown. Just shy of 6,700 total square feet, this spacious home offers a functional, family-friendly floor plan. Travertine marble tile and maple hardwood flooring, crown moulding, and designer lighting fixtures contribute to a luxurious feel throughout.

It’s been a few weeks since we last posted some Oakville real estate news and the numbers continue to rise.

The Toronto Real Estate Board shared that around 12,000 homes got new owners in June, and that this home shopping spree has brought the June 2015 Toronto average house price to a new record - $1.052 million!

Formerly a two bedroom, this bright updated 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom plus Den offers a wonderful open floor plan.

The large Living Room and separate Dining Room each provide access to the patio with wonderful south east views over the adjacent ravine and creek.

32 Holyrood Ave. is a sensational home located on a remarkably private, lushly landscaped, 1.2 acre riparian lakefront estate.

Stone-pillared gates shrouded in flowering cherry blossoms are all one detects from the street.  Upon entering the gates, the meandering driveway opens to a magnificent, yet tastefully understated residence.  The vast width of the cedar-roofed home integrates seamlessly into the sprawling and attentively landscaped grounds.http://www.goodalemillerteam.com/en-ca/oakville-real-estate/32-holyrood-avenue

It seems like it was just a short while ago, but it has been nearly a year since we Oakvillians celebrated the first ever Oakville Children’s Festival! Who would forget that eventful Sunday on July 27, 2014 when our kids and our families had such a great time at Coronation Park? Good thing that we’ll have another day like that again, at the 2015 Oakville Children’s Festival!