As you can imagine, I have been asked to help many clients over the years who have made poor decisions when it comes to purchasing items to organize and design their home. Sadly, many have wasted money on items that either don’t work or don’t hold up over time. There are times when it makes … Read more
What is it really like to work with an interior decorator? Is it just about picking out nice paint colours, lighting, and a few throw pillows? In some ways, yes, but there’s more to it. It’s common to feel a little nervous about reaching out to an interior decorator. A lot of what you see … 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
There are several ways to use interior decorating techniques to bring more light into your home. Many people think paint is the only way to do this, but furniture choices and lighting are equally important. If you are a long-time reader, you won’t be surprised if I say that a good decluttering before designing any … Read more
Home renovations can become complex endeavours, no matter how simple they seem – even a small renovation project can be complicated. It might appear straightforward, but as one of my clients recently discovered, managing a bedroom closet makeover requires a lot of work to coordinate the schedules of multiple trades. For this very reason, most … Read more
In my experience as an interior decorator, I believe most windows need some type of window treatment. Blinds are an extremely popular and functional choice for most rooms and are sufficient on their own. However, curtains as window treatments add something special to the design and are worth the investment. Why You Should Add Curtains … Read more
Over my career, I have worked on dozens of kitchen renovations. Some involved complete demolition and replacement, and others just needed a “refresh.” Recently, I worked with a couple of clients to complete smaller kitchen projects. Soon, I will work on a few larger ones, so it seems like a good time to share the … Read more
You may have heard of Universal Design. This method employs barrier-free design principles for the intergenerational use of any space. Universal Design evolved from Accessible Design, a process that addresses the needs of people with disabilities. However, Universal Design addresses the needs of all people. There are some great ideas for employing Universal Design when organizing your … Read more