For anyone who has lived through a power outage that lasted for more than a few days, it’s well understood the benefits offered by a backup generator. Today, it’s possible to purchase generators in an array of sizes from massive to small. More information about the different sizes of generators available can be found by… [Read More]
Happiness in Place – How does the design of spaces impact happiness?
As human beings we strive for the goal of ‘Happiness’ or ‘well-being’. Happy people seem to achieve more in their lives, tend to be more social, altruistic, and active, and they seem to like themselves and others more. Happiness also seems to promote people’s capacity for constructive and creative thinking. The UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon… [Read More]
3 Possible Consequences of Setting Your Water Pressure Too High
People equate high water pressure with powerful and hot showers. This is wonderful but can also result in running out of hot water quickly. There are many other problems caused by high water pressure that most homeowners are unaware of. Many may not even know they have the pressure that is too high. Other Reasons… [Read More]
Check Out the 10 Best Home Products of 2020
Looking to spruce up your home in 2020? Well, these home products will be a game changer this year. Below are some of the most reliable, quirky and fun home products people want in their lives, recommended by home experts. Here’s what our founder, Josie Abate, Interior Designer at Ambience Design Group and Ambience Express,… [Read More]
How to Live with Style and Comfort in a Smaller Home
Do you live in a smaller home? Small spaces can be practical, but they also take some creativity if you want to keep things stylish and neat. So, if you live in a home that’s short on space, here are some tips to help you make the most of the room you have. Organize All… [Read More]
A Checklist of Things to Do When Moving into a New Home
We all know how stressful the entire relocation process can get. The physical task of actually moving your things from your old home to your new one is draining enough. That’s why we all need to draw up a checklist of things to do when relocating. Packing your things ahead of time, hiring movers, taking care… [Read More]
Bring Home Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2020 – Classic Blue
For over 20 years, Pantone’s Colour of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design. The Pantone Color Institute highlights the top seasonal runway colours, selects the Pantone Colour of the Year, forecasts global colour trends,… [Read More]
The Ultimate Guide To A Clean Home During The Holidays
It’s coming – the onslaught of relatives and visitors who stampede into your home during the holiday season. Sure, we love them. Sure, we’re really excited to finally have everyone in one place. But when it comes to cleaning, most people are in a lose-lose situation. We lose when we don’t have the home clean… [Read More]
Designing the Kitchen of Your Meal Prep Dreams
One of the big advantages of meal preparation as a part of meal planning is saving on time. It can be hard to get this benefit, though, if your kitchen isn’t streamlined for efficiency. Here are some ways you can redesign your kitchen to make meal preparation even easier. Create a Redesign Plan The Spruce… [Read More]
The Feng Shui Of Cleaning, Minimize Your Clean Time With These Design Tips
Harmonizing your environment is the philosophy behind Feng Shui, and whether you’re a cynic or a true believer, there’s something to be said about achieving balance in your life. Often there is nothing more rewarding than looking over your freshly cleaned home environment. Let’s face it though, a cluttered space is not easy to clean…. [Read More]