Nothing speaks more about you than the indoor environment around you. Nearly half (45%) of Canadian homeowners plan to renovate their home in 2018, but average renovation spending is down 7% to around $11,000, the lowest in five years, according to recent CIBC Poll. While more homeowners are focusing on cost-effective home maintenance and repairs, most forget… [Read More]
Vibrant Summer Trends To Bring Home
As the warm summer weather sets in, it’s time to swap the heavy charcoals and indigos for brighter, breezier shades. Colours set the tone for the furniture we buy, what decor we invest in, and the overall mood of our home’s design. From bright and vivid to earthy and soft, this season’s options are exciting… [Read More]
Bring Home the Eclectic Decor
Eclectic decor trend was never meant to be a singular trend but in fact was simply a rebellious trend followed by artists and architects who could not adhere to one particular design trend. Eclectic is not simply a mix of this and that kind of a style. It is a medley of well thought out… [Read More]
3 Ways to Save Energy and Be More Sustainable at Home
An increasingly popular theme for homeowners and renters in 2018 is to minimize both environmental and financial outlay by using more sustainable technology in their home. Environmental health is a widespread topic that many support, but many homeowners and renters may not know exactly where to start. There are plenty of resources that are already… [Read More]
2018 Spring Trends Not to Miss
Spring is a time of new beginnings and new possibilities, a perfect time for your home to get a refresh. After winter, people want to see colors and happiness. Spring is the season where you can finally enjoy brighter colors. And there is a never-ending number of possibilities when one wants to combine color in… [Read More]
How to take better photos of your home in 3 steps
Getting the perfect shot of your interiors can be tricky. You’ve done the research, bought the furniture, arranged it meticulously – but every time you try and take a photo, everything looks… a bit flat. It’s a common problem that so many who have a flair for interior design suffer from. To the naked eye… [Read More]
A Cozy Home For The Elderly
We all have family and friends that come to visit or stay over the holidays. The ambiance of your home makes it feel warm and well-looked after. Comfortable furnishings and beautiful, soft decor all add to loving nature of your home and if you have elderly visitors coming to stay, well-thought-out planning and preparation can… [Read More]
Cozy Textiles For Winter
Sit back and stay warm this chilly winter. With the Holiday Season fast approaching, we thought we’d bring you a few cozy ideas as we head into the peak of the season. Add a pop of colour to your room with a bright duvet, rug or throw pillow. A convenient Cameleon for the winter, these… [Read More]
Tips to Decorate Your Home This Winter
Temperatures have fallen and winter is around the corner. It’s easy to let the chill of the season settle into your soul. Our suggestion: don’t let it. So, how do you make sure you have a warm and welcoming home to wake up to or come back to? How do you make your surroundings warm… [Read More]
Creating a Healthy Home with Josie and Sara
A lot of people strive to be healthier. While food, exercise, and drinking enough water typically hog the spotlight, we often forget about one underrated, yet important factor: our space. The design of our homes can have a big impact on our general wellness and happiness levels. This month, we’ve had the pleasure of being… [Read More]