web_topper

Contact

Claude Jobin
Phone or Text: 613.804.7979
Email: claude@claudejobin.com

Neighbourhoods in Ottawa

From the Blog

Architecture – Canadian Architecture – Gothic Revival – Québec – Part 1

Manoir Papineau Gardener’s House Montebello, 1855 The Gothic Revival architectural style flourished in the 19th century and left a distinctive mark across Quebec, particularly in churches, public buildings, and even private residences. This style emphasized pointed arches, intricate woodwork, steeply pitched roofs, and tall windows, often with stained glass, to evoke the grandeur and spiritual […]

Ottawa Condo for Sale
Viscount Alexander Park
305-270 Brittany Drive
$360,000

Welcome to 305 – 270 Brittany Drive, and discover condo living at its finest. Step into this beautifully updated condo featuring laminate flooring, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops. Modern pot lights illuminate the open-concept living/dining area. A tranquil evergreen view, adds a serene touch to your daily life. The spacious principal bedroom boasts a […]

Ottawa West Centre Town Condos: Urban Living Redefined

Discover the perfect blend of vibrant city life and tranquil living in **Ottawa West Centre Town**, one of the capital’s most dynamic and sought-after neighborhoods. With a wide array of condos, each offering unique styles, amenities, and community vibes, this area is ideal for professionals, families, and investors alike. Whether you’re looking for a luxury […]

Royal LePage 2024 Winter Recreational Property Report

The Royal LePage 2024 Winter Recreational Property Report provides an optimistic forecast for the recreational property market in Canada. Here are some key highlights: Market Revival: The report predicts a 7.5% increase in ski chalet prices for 2025, driven by improving borrowing conditions and renewed buyer confidence. This comes after two years of limited activity […]

Anidolic Lighting

I stumbled onto a pic describing anidolic lighting in Facebook. Did a bit of research and here we are. A very suitable topic for November, one of the darkest months of the year. Anidolic daylighting systems, designed to enhance natural light distribution within buildings, can be integrated into both new constructions and existing structures. While […]

Architecture – Canadian Architecture – Gothic Revival – Montreal – Part 2

Westmount Park Church 1929 Beyond the Icons In Part 1, we explored the key features and most iconic examples of Gothic Revival architecture in Montreal, including landmarks like Notre-Dame Basilica and Christ Church Cathedral. For Part 2, we delve deeper into the less-celebrated but equally fascinating structures, exploring how Gothic Revival left its mark on […]

Rememberance Day
Lest We Forget

In Flanders Fields BY JOHN MCCRAE In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were […]