When it comes to selling your home, the key to maximizing value without draining your wallet lies in simple, effective upgrades. Potential buyers make quick judgments based on first impressions, which can often be swayed with just a few strategic enhancements.

There aren’t many artists who encapsulate the essence of art deco as magnificently as Tamara de Lempicka—and this fall, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are presenting her first major US retrospective. Renowned for vibrant, captivating portraits of the wealthy and famous, the Polish-born painter’s highly stylized works helped define the art deco movement, which flourished throughout the 1920s and early 1930s.

With art fairs such as Frieze London, Paris+ par Art Basel, Art Toronto and The Art Show (ADAA) taking place this October, many homeowners will be adding to, or building, their collections. Though a white box gallery may be art’s stereotypical display, replicating that environment once a beloved work goes to a buyer’s home isn’t always possible—or necessary. A modern, pared-back room can certainly center attention toward paintings, sculptures, or art installations, but so too can the juxtaposition of a historic house’s rich material palette or a traditional home’s delicate details. What’s most important to a home with a great art collection is intentional design.

It may be true that minimalism will always be in vogue — after all, it’s the very definition of a safe choice. But today, many luxury designers and architects are no longer interested in merely playing it safe, and maximalism has become the style du jour.

In legendary locales from Easthampton to Southern California, these estates were designed to take advantage of summer’s long, lovely days and nights, effortlessly blending indoor comforts and conveniences with easy access to enchanting outdoor spaces.

For many, vehicles are required when running a circuit of errands to fulfill a variety of daily necessities. In the near future, all that will be needed is an elevator.

Nestled amidst the bustling metropolis of Montreal lies Sparrow Manor, an architectural masterpiece that harkens back to the gilded age of industry.

As Canada’s largest city, each of Toronto’s neighbourhoods have a unique character that can appeal to a variety of people from students to young professionals, retirees, or families.

If you’re considering purchasing a new home, one of the key factors to consider is whether the home’s value will increase or decrease over the next several years to ensure you’re making a smart purchase.

The vacation cottage and condo rental market is booming, and whether you own an investment property or are thinking of purchasing one, here’s how to set your rental property up for success and keep your place ready for renters.

When looking for your next home, attending open houses can be a great way to get a sense of a potential property and decide if you can imagine yourself or your family living there. It can be easy to be influenced by the curb appeal or the staging of a home, but there are other equally important things to consider. Here are the most important things to check out at an open house.