20 January 2011
Design Details: Raise a red lantern!
Add a Beautiful Lantern for Warm Welcome, Classic Style or a Touch of Romance Long before there was an electric lamp post on every corner, visitors relied on lanterns hung outside homes to light…
10 January 2011
Decor – Wallpaper as Art
The Cross' Peter Wilds on New Patterns and Textures... The latest offerings in wallpaper will have you eyeing every surface in your home, scouting for an area that needs a little pick-me-up This…
3 January 2011
Design 2011: Trends to Build On
It's the time of year when forecasters announce trends for the upcoming year. Several interesting trends for home design have recently caught my eye, and whether or not they are the trends that are…
DecorationRoom by roomInterior DesignColorsFurniture & accessories
29 November 2010
Daily splash – creating a kid-friendly bathroom
Designing a kid-friendly bathroom can be a challenge. Color and pattern are great in small doses, but too much whimsy, and the room runs the risk of being quickly outgrown. We asked designer…
25 November 2010
Modern Icons – The Noguchi Coffee Table
It's very tough to pick just one icon from all of the work of Isamu Noguchi, so I'm planning on sharing some of his other work, such as his oft-imitated lamps, in the future. I'd also love to share…
DecorationRoom by roomInterior DesignModern and Contemporary StyleFurniture & accessories
22 November 2010
Kitchen decor trends 2011
Canadian designers tell us what's cooking in kitchens in 2011. The kitchen is the heart of the home. Indeed, no matter how lovely the living room, how comfortable the dining room chairs, you're sure…
19 November 2010
Design Gallery – “Your home should make you happy”
Rediscover the joy of decorating through the witty and colourful interiors of New York designer Jonathan Adler. Known for his whimsical pottery, bright textiles and sleek furniture, Adler uses these…
10 November 2010
Decor – Fresh and festive guest bathroom
The perfect guest bathroom is a room outfitted with little luxuries! Photo courtesy of HomeDepot.ca Guest bathrooms see a lot more traffic over the busy holiday period. Spend a little time and make…
Drummond House PlansSeasonal ideasInterior DesignRoom by room
8 November 2010
Decor – How to Create a Relaxing Reading Nook
With the days getting shorter and the onset of winter, we may turn our attention to cozy indoor spaces. Is there anything more relaxing than curling up with a good book and escaping from the…
29 October 2010
Decor Inspiration – How to make your own moodboard
Decorating your space can be challenging but the use of a mood board is a common designer tool. Following the steps outlined below will have you "in the mood" to create something beautiful. Your new…
12 October 2010
Feng Shui in the Kitchen – The Ideal Cooking Environment
The location and shape of the kitchen, as well as the positioning of appliances within it, can create either good luck or bad luck in a home. Nearly everyone is familiar with the saying: The…
6 October 2010
Wabi-Sabi by Decolieu
This Dezeen feature home has unique features and a calm and pleasing interior. Lots of visual inspiration in this article! "Wabi-Sabi, the Japanese aesthetic is the ability to perceive beauty in its…
27 September 2010
Ensuite Ideas!
Looking for ideas for your master retreat? It doesn't matter if it is big or small, suitable for calisthetics or barrier free! Visit our friends at Houzz for some inspiration for layout and decor!…