New media outlet aims to Be Giant
Congrats to Be Giant, a new publishing initiative backed by the Weston family and “created to uncover and amplify our country’s most ambitious ideas.” Led by the talented Alison Uncles, ...
I’ve been nominated for my housing industry contributions
Every year, Ottawa’s local housing association, the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association (GOHBA), awards its members for their contributions to the association, the industry and the community. I’m thrilled that ...
Rebuilding their lives after a fire
This article was a challenging one to do, not only because of the subject matter, but because it hit close to home. The homeowner in the story, Ashley Tremblay, is ...
Taking over the home show stage
One of the fun things I’ve been doing in recent years is hosting the speakers’ stage and presenting talks at Ottawa’s three home shows each year: the Home & Garden ...
2025 trends in Ottawa housing
One of my favourite editorial articles to write every year is an update on the trends taking hold or on the horizon in Ottawa homes, design, renovations and the market. ...
Award nomination: Industry recognition
I have covered the Ottawa housing industry for more than a dozen years because it’s something I love doing. I don’t expect to be recognized for it, but when it ...
Awards & recognition: Diving into rentals
Every once in awhile I’m able to write articles that explore a topic in depth. These are the meaty ones that are both challenging and rewarding to produce. Earlier this ...
Giving back: Jakob’s Journey
Running two businesses means I have little time for philanthropic efforts, but when I can find ways to use my skills to help someone else, there is a real satisfaction ...
Ottawa Citizen article: House of cards
I recently came across this story I had written in 2015 and instantly remembered why it remains one of my favourites. A circular home designed by mid-century modernist architect James ...
Congratulations to GoodStory
When a brand chooses to reinvent itself, going so far as to change its name, it’s not a decision made lightly. Such was the case for one of my clients, ...