Designers like myself come across all kinds of inspiring work by our peers. One portfolio that has made a big impression on me is that of Les Ensembliers. What I love about their work is the way they manage to dodge all the trends and craft stylish spaces that are unique to each project. TheyRead More (…)

SOURCE|PINTEREST Chasing trends can be exhausting! As soon as I finished painting over the dated wall colour in my first apartment, new colours were introduced in all the paint collections. They looked so fresh and unexpected. By the time I had completed my decor, the rest of the design world had moved on from the space IRead More (…)

If you are reading this, then my new website must have launched – so big yay! It’s been a while since I’ve written a post because I have been working on a complete overhaul of my look with new branding, and an entirely new website. Let me start off by telling you why I neededRead More (…)

When it comes to basic design tips, there are a few key places to start. I recently wrote about six guidelines to designing a room better but that just scratched the surface. There are so many simple things we do that you can do too to make your result more streamlined and elegant. Consider theseRead More (…)

I hate to break it to you, but designers don’t follow a secret rule book. There are no hard and fast laws governing what we do. We are creative types by nature and love to imagine, dream and explore, following our intuition. That said, there are some rough principles that guide us to ensure aRead More (…)

In many homes women still do much of the home furnishing and nest feathering. But I find it troubling to see an overly feminine main bedroom that is intended to be shared by a couple. Whenever I’m designing a bedroom for a man and a woman, if at first glance I can’t see a man being comfortableRead More (…)

It’s no stretch to give the illusion of more visual height with these 11 tips Most people dream of having high ceilings in their home. But there are some real downsides. Rooms with high ceilings are difficult to heat (remember, heat rises); they pose challenges with sound and light control; and the expense of paintingRead More (…)

I am asked again and again, “How long should full-length drapes be?” People want to know if their drapes should puddle, break at the floor or hover just above it. These variations are left over from a time before central heating and air conditioning, when people put up drapes for protection from the elements moreRead More (…)

See clearly, boost energy and create the mood you want with these tips for harnessing natural and artificial light. Ambient Lighting Basics It is common knowledge that we need general, ambient lighting in our homes, but there are things to consider before you get out the ladder. To avoid surprises, it’s helpful to understand howRead More (…)

You moon over modern but he’s taken with traditional? Blending two disparate looks, like contemporary and traditional, can be a source of conflict for many couples. Sparks may fly when someone’s style is not as closely aligned with a partner’s as thought. Coming up with an interior design compromise that satisfies both styles is tricky,Read More (…)