Real Estate: Historic Home in Waterloo, Ontario Gets a Major Makeover

I’m sure you’ve come across many shocking before and after home renovations, but this one, I think, should be moved to the top of the list.

Up until one year ago, this house in Waterloo was a frat house. It was awful. Inside and out. The house was such a disaster that it made news beyond the city borders (e.g., on Narcity, Reddit). If you want to have a peak at how some 20-somethings like to live, check out this virtual tour. Warning: It’s awful.

But there’s really great news to share about this historic house. An ambitious and confident couple took on this project and have transformed it into a beautiful, three-story, single-family home. It’s absolutely lovely!

Images via Realtor.ca.

Marketplace: H&M Home

I enjoy browsing the H&M Home collection each season as the company always seems to offer good looking items at various price points that can easily mix into existing interiors.

expandable laundry basket, $34.99USD

patterned cotton cushion cover, $5.99USD

porcelain cup, $9.99USD

porcelain plant pot, $24.99USD

textured plant pot, $19.99USD

glass paperweight, $17.99USD

porcelain cup, $9.99USD

jacquard-weave cotton rug, $49.99USD

Two for Tuesday: Sand Timers

I know many of us turn to our iPhone, iWatchs, iEverything when we’re looking for the time, but there’s definitely something charming of the old-school (or old-old-old school) way of keeping track of time.

Here are two options from CB2 that can keep you on track for a 15-minute or 1-hour activity.

15-minute sand timer

white sand hour glass

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Two for Tuesday: Ruffles

What’s prettier or more feminine than ruffles? Okay, maybe hearts and bows, but ruffles are still at the top of the femininity list, right? They’re great for your wardrobe and your home as you can see by today’s two-for-Tuesday.

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Lanvin ruffle top, $2750, via Far Fetch hmprod

Linen cushion cover, $17.99, H&M

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