In nearly every client’s home, we find cherished family photos and beautiful artwork tucked away in closets or hidden behind furniture instead of being enjoyed. It always makes me a little sad. That’s why I make it a point to hang pictures so they can truly shine. If you’d like to take on this project … Read more
When it comes to interior design, it’s often the small, thoughtful touches that transform a space from bland to beautiful. While furniture and layout form a room’s foundation, design elements such as lighting, accessories, artwork, window treatments, and cabinet hardware truly bring it to life. Let’s explore how these finishing touches add personality and make … Read more
A few months ago, we received a gorgeous piece of artwork as a gift. When it comes to artwork, depending on our individual taste, some of us think a piece is fantastic, and others do not. We love this large, bold piece now hanging in our living room, but some of our friends and family … Read more
Negative or white space is a fundamental principle in interior design involving leaving empty or open areas in a room. Negative space helps to shape and define the positive spaces, or the areas filled with furniture, decor, or other visual elements such as artwork. The balance of negative and positive spaces enhances flow and focuses … Read more
One of my favourite interior design projects to work on with a client is choosing fabrics for window treatments and furniture reupholstery. As you know, there are thousands of choices for colour, texture, and pattern. So, the question is, how should you choose fabrics for your home? Keep in mind the colour, pattern, and, perhaps … Read more
If I had a dollar for every time a client said to me, “I don’t know where to start!” I’d be rich. Whether it’s an organizing or design project, getting started is half the battle. I’ve written about how to start decluttering your home. However, knowing where to begin when choosing finishes for your renovation … Read more
There are three decorating no-nos I suggest you avoid in your home if you want to make it feel more pleasing to the eye, more cohesive, and more comfortable. Interestingly, I have this conversation with almost every client I work with, whether it’s decorating or organizing their space. Choosing Paint Colours In my opinion, paint … Read more
I love receiving the newsletter from Prime Walls because they feature gorgeous mural wallpapers. Some designs are so inspiring that I immediately post them on social media. Naturally, I did more research to see what else was new in the wallpaper market. And now, I have wallpaper envy. Many of the large floral-print wallpapers are … Read more
I attended an excellent presentation at the Nova Scotia Interior Decorators Association. As part of our Annual General Meeting and Professional Development Day, our guest speaker was Andrea Smith, Executive Director of Teichert Gallery in Halifax. Andrea shared her knowledge of how to introduce original art into our lives, general rules for hanging and lighting … Read more