Design – Urbaneer

A Conversation About Corner Store Conversions In Toronto

January 20, 2023

Welcome to the Urbaneer.com blog that explores housing, culture and design in Toronto, Ontario, Canada! If you’re new to our blog, we feature local destinations we love; the ABC’s on urban planning, architecture & design; posts about the history, evolution and future growth of our city; and a whole lot…

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Dear Urbaneer: Help Me Create Easy-Breezy Indoor Holiday Sparkle!

November 28, 2022

Design, House And Home

Welcome to this month’s instalment of Dear Urbaneer, where I take questions from my readers and clients regarding all things housing and home. This month, I’m getting seasonal, helping a reader who is looking for some easy ideas to elevate his home during the holiday season – and all winter…

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Revitalizing The Port Lands On Toronto’s Waterfront

October 17, 2022

Design, Harbourfront, Leslieville/Riverside

I’m Steve Fudge and I’m celebrating my 30th year as a realtor and housing consultant in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Welcome to my blog on housing, culture, and design. If you’re new to the site, our blog content is a chocolate box mix of city destinations to explore and discover, the history…

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Up-And-Coming Or Over-And-Out? Cadillac Fairview’s East Harbour Development In Toronto

October 14, 2022

Architecture, Design, Real Estate

Something is coming… and it’s big. In fact, it’s the largest commercial project currently in the works in all of Canada – and potentially the biggest flop in fulfilling how Canadians want to live, work, and play! Just east of the Don River – south of Eastern Avenue – sits…

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Design Innovations For A More Affordable Canadian Housing Future

August 12, 2022

Architecture, Design, For Buyers, Housing & Politics

Welcome to my blog on housing, culture, and design, where I explore all the facets of real estate, shelter, and home. I’m Steve Fudge, and I’ve been selling real estate in Toronto, Ontario, Canada for over 30 years. Today I’m continuing my exploration of the topic of affordable housing. With…

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Hello, Front Door! I’d Like To Buy You!

July 28, 2022

Architecture, Design, Tales Of Upper Hillsborough

When it comes to real estate, first impressions count. That’s why the expression ‘Curb Appeal’ has merit. In the freehold property market, as dwell hunters arrive in front of the property for sale or lease that they’re about to view they’re already assessing the residence, the setting, and the…

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The Revitalization Of David Crombie Park In Toronto’s St. Lawrence Neighbourhood

June 15, 2022

City Living, Design, Landscape, St. Lawrence Market

Welcome to my blog on housing, culture and design in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Although many people will rank a city based on how many ‘world class’ experiences they can have, whether that be with respect to the arts (like a museum, symphony, theatre), the food (how many Michelin’s stars, do…

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We HeART Vibrant Oakwood Avenue: A Growing Toronto Arts District

May 25, 2022

City Living, Design

Welcome to my blog on housing, culture, and design in Toronto! This is where I share my insights and experiences on almost every aspect of the Toronto Real Estate Market – and life here in Tdot! Have you ever cycled down Oakwood Avenue – which runs south from Eglinton Avenue…

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The Best Place For Culture Enthusiasts To Live In Downtown Toronto

May 3, 2022

Chinatown, City Living, Design, Kensington Market, Yorkville / Summerhill / Rosedale

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what creates that unique and alluring vibe that our fair city emits, but its rich and dynamic cultural scene plays a big role. It’s living life… elevated. And let’s be real. The greatest challenge isn’t sourcing out these cultural opportunities- it is deciding when and…

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A Story Of Friendship – Plus Tips & Tricks For A Bedroom Refresh – At The Black House On PEI

February 24, 2022

Design, House And Home, Tales Of Upper Hillsborough

Welcome to a blog on housing, culture and design by a cross-country Canadian and Toronto realtor! If there ever could be ‘good news’ about a global pandemic, it’s having governments confident COVID-related travel restrictions can be relaxed so citizens can travel freely again. Who isn’t looking forward to this? As…

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