An open concept floor plan is great for some families. You can see from the front to the back of the home, and the space looks bigger at a glance. But before you grab a sledge hammer and remove a wall, it’s worth taking a look at some of the downsides. We are seeing aRead More (…)

I have finally unpacked from my trip to KBIS, and distilled some of the ideas and new directions I saw, and what’s coming up for the future of design is nothing short of impressive! You can read about our sponsors to see some of the products that caught my eye, and a few more here.Read More (…)

My first trip to KBIS was overwhelming, a ton of fun, and exhausting! As you saw in my previous post, we packed comfy shoes and planned our outfits from there. We covered a lot of exhibits in a very short time! The following three sponsoring brands brought a unique addition to the design landscape: SKSRead More (…)

My first trip to KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) was an eyeful! We started the day with our comfy shoes on, and for a good reason! There was so much to see, and we walked all day but it was worth it! KBIS is full of innovative, striking, beautiful products and sometimes downright sillyRead More (…)

It was a “pinch me” moment when I heard I was recently selected to join the Modenus Design Hounds team on this year’s trip to KBIS2023. I’ve got a lineup of blog posts to cover just a fraction of what I saw so stay tuned! Design Influencers head to KBIS2023 My head is spinning with ideasRead More (…)

Colour and patterns have the ability to quickly transform a room and add instant personality. It is easy to spot a pattern and colour palette that is distinctly mid-century inspired, Asian, tribal or Celtic, yet homeowners are often afraid to make a bold statement using these great options. As the first things you notice whenRead More (…)

We often hear the same questions over and over. This tells us you all share the same concerns. We’re not too surprised. We’d worry about the same things too. Let’s take those questions on and see if we can set the record straight. 1. What is a typical investment? Every homeowner we hear from startsRead More (…)

Couples rarely agree on everything, but there are fewer things that widen the marital divide than trying to agree on home furnishings when disparate tastes clash. Who doesn’t recall the famous wagon wheel coffee table scene from When Harry Met Sally? Note to many: Man caves serve a peace-keeping role in the saving of aRead More (…)

Design trends come and go; as a rule, interior designers aim to steer clients clear of them. But it is still good to know the trends, so we don’t have our clients buy into a quickly fading look. After all, when trends begin to gain traction and hit magazines and retail stores, they’ve already beenRead More (…)

Whether you are breaking ground for a new home, planning an addition, or simply renovating, architects, designers, and contractors play a vital role in any successful new build. Architects bring a trained eye for structure, adherence to building codes and permits, and the overall integrity of the structure’s design. Your designer guides the layout toRead More (…)