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 (…)

The holiday season puts me in the mood to celebrate! There’s really nothing more special than celebrating the joy of the season with the people in my life. Before the gifts are open, I love the excitement that fills the air as I await their reactions to the gift I thoughtfully selected for them.  TheRead More (…)

When your favorite sofa reminds you of your grandmother in all the nicest ways, you might be considering reupholstering. Embracing grandmillenial style aside, older furniture typically is very well-made, and who doesn’t want to help reduce the contribution to landfills whenever they can? Faded fabric and flattened seat cushions, however, might have you second guessingRead More (…)

When someone comes to your home, their first impression will be very meaningful. We can tell a lot about people from the style of homes at a glance. Do they love colour and embrace a cacophony of pattern on pattern, or do they surround themselves with a carefully edited serene look, for example? Learning toRead More (…)

Have you ever wondered why furniture seems to be so much less expensive online? The verdict is in, people are buying on the internet – like mad! What a godsend it has been, to get us through lockdown after lockdown – especially during the gift-giving seasons: wedding gift housewares, father’s day barbeque tools, children’s clothesRead More (…)

Let’s fix this…once and for all! If you have ever had the frustrating experience of painstakingly selecting a beautifully curated collection of furniture for your clients, only to have them go rogue and purchase from the internet on their own, I know your pain. It’s a common complaint, really. Throughout the pandemic, homeowners got onRead More (…)

We get it! Sticker shock is a real thing when it comes to home décor, now more than ever. With furniture in high-demand and short supply, you might find yourself tempted to get something faster, rather than face the lengthy delays. But if you have ever wondered why anyone would pay the price of high-endRead More (…)

Hardwood vs Tile Flooring for the Kitchen When designing or renovating a kitchen, the age-old dilemma of hardwood floor versus tile flooring arises. The options and possibilities between the two materials are endless, which makes deciding more difficult. Hardwood floors are beautiful and add warmth, but tiles are durable and budget friendly. To make theRead More (…)