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The urge to purge is a decor trend

Design diva Lynda Reeves gives us the scoop on the latest looks

Jeani Read, The ProvincePublished: Sunday, January 29, 2006

When pre-eminent Canadian design diva Lynda Reeves spoke at a Canadian House and Homes breakfast last week, her message was clear: finally, it looks like less really is more.

“People want to purge,” says Reeves. “Everywhere I’ve gone I’ve seen no clutter, wide open spaces, lofts, tons of bare counters, lots of storage, small electronics, great

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Eutopia Beauty Care in Edgemont Village

Our featured business this month is Eutopia Beauty Care which is located at #102 - 3151 Woodbine Drive, North Vancouver, 604-984-3209.

Eutopia is a day Spa in the heart of Edgemont Village, offering full beauty care services such as hair removal by laser, electrolysis and waxing, hand & footcare, body massage & body treatments, permanent make-up, saree draping for weddings & special occasions and last but not least, we specialize in REJUVINATING & ANTI-AGING

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FORESTED RETREAT

Private 4 bedroom family home located in tranquil Fisherman’s Cove. Set amongst the trees, this property is within walking distance to the yacht club, elementary school, tennis courts, beach, seaview walk and Thunderbird Marina. Truly a special purchase for the right buyer. Call Lance to view.

$828,000.00Year Built: 1977Living Area: 2,373Lot Size: 14,4244 Bedrooms3 full Bathrooms2,373 Square Feet$3513/2005 Prop. Tax

For further information regarding the above listing, please contact Lance

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Secluded Paradise in West Vancouver - Cypress Mountain

Rare offering - one of only 14 freehold properties on Hollyburn Ridge. Circa 1939 log cabin on .92 of an acre. Winterized with lots of updating including roof, waterlines & propane fireplace. Sleeps 6 - 8 people and comes complete with all furnishings. Fantastic setting. Call for viewing.

Year Built: 1939Living Area: 425Lot Size: .929 acresLot Frontage: 140Lot Depth: 289Basement: Unfinished

Approx. measurements (not be relied upon as accurate):

Living

Blog entry for Lance Phillips of Macdonald Realty, North Shore and Vancouver Real Estate Specialist, 604-926-6718 or 604-861-6767

Jeani Read, The Province

Published: Sunday, January 15, 2006

Maybe you’ve seen the ads: those grubby characters cheerfully breaking into houses and cars, thanking us for helping them rip us off. “Thanks for leaving the back door unlocked,” says the guy looting through all your stuff. “Thanks for letting me know you’re on vacation,” says the guy glancing at your stuffed mailbox. “Thanks for not installing a deadbolt,” says the guy kicking your door in.

These are part of the Vancouver Police Department’s

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By Carla Wilson, with files from Chad Skelton, Victoria Times Colonist; with files from Vancouver Sun

Vancouver Sun article - published Wednesday, January 11th/05

Homeowner grant threshold to move up

Owners of homes valued up to $780,000 to get relief as a result

Homeowners who have watched their property assessments soar can look forward to a new threshold on homeowner grants. The province is introducing amendments in February to raise the full homeowner grant threshold to $780,000 in assessed

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FAMILY ENTERTAINER

3220 Fairmont RoadNorth Vancouver$895,000.00Year Built: 1962 (Extensive renovation in 2001)Living Area: 2,026Lot Size: 12390 sq. ft.Lot Frontage: 70Lot Depth: 177

Gorgeous vaulted post and beam rancher situated on estate lot with greenbelt on three sides. Walk to Edgemont Village and Capilano Highlands Elementary; also in Handsworth catchment. Home extensively renovated with open plan kitchen featuring gourmet stainless steel appliances and slate flooring. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, large master with dressing room