A new year brings out lots of information on what is hot and what’s on it’s way out in the design world. There are a ton of trends new and still hanging on so I thought I would narrow it down and share a few that I love and plan on using in 2017. I […]
Rugs
Obsessing Over Vintage Rugs in Kitchens
I love the look of a vintage rug in a kitchen. They were calling it a trend last year but I think the look is here to stay. It’s a great way to add texture and colour to a kitchen (especially an all white one) and it also provides some softness under your feet while protecting your floors. I […]
My Top 4 Online Sites for Anything Home Decor
Shopping online seems to be a common occurrence for lots of people and if you live in Victoria then you know we don’t have much available to us for home decor stores like Vancouver or Toronto or the USA. I find myself shopping a lot online and directing clients there as well. There are some […]
$10 Design Questions
Wow, I can’t believe how fast this week went by!! I have been so busy the last few weeks but I finally found a few minutes to sit down at my desk. I wanted to share my newest addition to my site and that’s the $10 Design Questions. I started the $10 Design Questions for […]
The Easy Way to Create Flow Throughout Your Home
One thing clients always ask me is how to create flow throughout their home? They seem to think that furniture, style, colours and wood tone needs to match and I am here to tell you no it does not! This would be boring! Some of the most beautiful home have a blend of wood tones, style, furniture and […]
Top 10 Ikea Finds
As a designer I am constantly sourcing out furniture, fabrics, lighting, accessories etc. So after awhile you find items you like and use in your designs because you know they work and look great! One of my favorite places to shop is Ikea since most items are cost effective and if you like to DIY then […]
Decorating Tips For Creating an Outdoor Oasis
It’s that time of year to start thinking about your outdoor space. For those of us on the West Coast, summer is just around the corner and It can’t come soon enough! I have been planning my outdoor space for the last few months and started to pull it together this past weekend (pictures coming […]
A Few of My Favorite Places to Buy Throw Pillows and Covers
If you know me then you know how much I love throw pillows! They are an easy and inexpensive way to transform any room in a matter of minutes. A few pillows can add pops of colour to a room and change your decor for the season. There are tons of place you can purchase pillows […]