The holiday season puts me in the mood to celebrate! There’s really nothing more special than celebrating the joy of the season with the people in my life. Before the gifts are open, I love the excitement that fills the air as I await their reactions to the gift I thoughtfully selected for them.  TheRead More (…)

When someone comes to your home, their first impression will be very meaningful. We can tell a lot about people from the style of homes at a glance. Do they love colour and embrace a cacophony of pattern on pattern, or do they surround themselves with a carefully edited serene look, for example? Learning toRead More (…)

Have you ever wondered why furniture seems to be so much less expensive online? The verdict is in, people are buying on the internet – like mad! What a godsend it has been, to get us through lockdown after lockdown – especially during the gift-giving seasons: wedding gift housewares, father’s day barbeque tools, children’s clothesRead More (…)

Let’s fix this…once and for all! If you have ever had the frustrating experience of painstakingly selecting a beautifully curated collection of furniture for your clients, only to have them go rogue and purchase from the internet on their own, I know your pain. It’s a common complaint, really. Throughout the pandemic, homeowners got onRead More (…)

We get it! Sticker shock is a real thing when it comes to home décor, now more than ever. With furniture in high-demand and short supply, you might find yourself tempted to get something faster, rather than face the lengthy delays. But if you have ever wondered why anyone would pay the price of high-endRead More (…)

Hardwood vs Tile Flooring for the Kitchen When designing or renovating a kitchen, the age-old dilemma of hardwood floor versus tile flooring arises. The options and possibilities between the two materials are endless, which makes deciding more difficult. Hardwood floors are beautiful and add warmth, but tiles are durable and budget friendly. To make theRead More (…)

Have you ever painted an entire room only to discover the colour was wrong? Really wrong? I have! I wrote a post about it so please have a read and don’t make the same mistake. The leading manufacturer of paint has three thousand five hundred paint colours to choose from. It can be a dauntingRead More (…)

I was recently invited to participate as an industry expert in a live discussion on paint colours. There was so much good information that I thought I would share some answers to questions I am often asked.  Get your paint color right and avoid costly mistakes I love residential design. I love it because IRead More (…)

I recently went to a client’s home on a consultation about her living room. The homeowner had just taken delivery of a long-awaited brand-new sofa. She knew her room wasn’t pleasing her but didn’t know how to make it right. So she did what made the most sense, and reached out for a professional’s help.Read More (…)

It’s finally your turn. After the busy flurry of raising kids and caring for aging parents, it is finally time to give your home some of your love and attention.  However, with retirement starting to appear on the horizon, you don’t want to get carried away. Instead, you want to update and freshen up yourRead More (…)