Energy efficient homes are becoming an increasingly more common topic as we’re gradually becoming more aware of the impact we have on the world. The main idea behind such homes is to reduce needless energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and demands for nonrenewable resources. Additionally, energy-efficient houses provide its occupants with healthier living conditions and… [Read More]
Brighten Up Your Office With Mirrors To Improve Productivity
Offices with windows are known to produce workers who exercise more, sleep more and have a greater sense of overall wellbeing, compared to those with no windows in their office. Studies have also found that natural lighting can directly and indirectly affect your mood, hormones and behaviour. One of the best ways to boost natural lighting… [Read More]
Why Navy is the New Neutral
Named as the new neutral, Navy Blue it is the perfect “go dark but not black” shade. Navy is a dark shade of blue that works well with just about any color, whether in the fashion or in the interior design world. Therefore, don’t be surprised to see this elegant hue being featured as one of… [Read More]
Stylish, Simple, Stress-Free Interior Design for Aging in Place
Updating or changing your home interior as you get older doesn’t need to be expensive or stressful. In fact, making adaptations and clearing out clutter can save you time and energy and make your home a safer and more comfortable place to enjoy for many years to come. An RBC survey found that 91% of Canadian… [Read More]
Get Inspired to Bring Your Living Room to Life
Being inspired can be hard at times, especially for those who are in charge of enhancing their interiors to achieve a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing environment. Building the perfect living room design, is by far one of the hardest things when it comes to home decor. This is the room you will want to… [Read More]
How to Give Your Space a Sense of Individuality
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]
Trends 2018: Scarlet Red
Energetic, passionate and dominant, red is often assumed as one of the most powerful colors in the spectrum. Whether it’s lipstick or a full painted wall in a living room, the allure of red is undeniable. With all this appealing it’s only fitting that Scarlet Red is coming stronger as one of the top Trends… [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]
Design a Better Sleep with Technology
It’s quite easy to see the tech as the big enemy getting in the way of our good night’s sleep. But the truth is, just like any other sphere of our lives where tech makes significant improvements, it can actually help us to have a better sleep. Here are the top three ways technology is… [Read More]