This blog post is all about our Canoe bathroom renovations- how we decided on the overall style and colours, why we chose some of the things that we did, as well as what the bathrooms looked like before.

When it comes to renovations, there are many moving parts that contribute to a successful end-result. If those “moving parts” aren’t scheduled efficiently, it can result in extra costs and a much longer timeline. Unless you have a lot of time to spare, or are efficient in the home renovations industry, hiring a designer to execute & project manage the renovation is so important to make the renovation run smoothly.

Interior design is all about layering. Layering of materials, décor, and furniture, is what makes a space interesting, warm, and lively. Wallpaper is one of the ways to bring another layer to a space. It is an opportunity to add additional texture, pattern, and colour.

We recently completed two incredible bathrooms for some wonderful local clients, and wanted to share all about the process of that renovation. The timeline of events for this one was a little different than most of our projects, so we wanted to share that process with you!

You probably always hear that if you want a room to be bright and spacious, that you should paint the room a light colour. While this is true in many cases, there are situations where a dark colour can enhance the space and also make it feel spacious! Dark colours can cause edges of the room to blend together, giving the illusion of more space.

We sometimes get requests from clients to help them renovate their kitchen without doing a full gut. To keep costs down, they often ask what can be done to reuse some of the existing elements and work within the existing footprint. We recently finished up a couple kitchen facelifts that meets this criteria, so we wanted to share this process with you!

Styling shelves is really both a science and an art. While I admit that some people have an eye for it and some just don’t, there are still tips & tricks that anyone can learn to improve the styling of their home! In this post, I go over my best tips on how to style shelves, and I hope it will provide some helpful insight!

Our homes are supposed to be our safe space, a retreat from the hard things of this world. A place where we feel comfortable, relaxed, refreshed, and completely ourselves. Interior design plays a crucial role in whether you enjoy being in your home and whether it works for you. Interior design not only determines whether your home is a beautiful reflection of you, but also whether it is functional and serves your needs.

Who doesn’t love a white kitchen? Ok, maybe not everyone, but while some may find them boring, a white kitchen is a classic beauty that will probably always be a favourite for many people. Not only are white kitchens loved, but many people are loving white walls throughout their homes these days. It provides a fresh and modern backdrop for a minimalist style to pop.

Our Luxury Design Consultation is meant to benefit you as much as possible, meaning that the meeting process and topics of discussion are customized to what you are needing! You will receive up to 2 hours of our undivided attention, and there are a variety of ways that you can use this time and we believe that it is worth every penny.

Grey has been a very popular colour for quite some time. It’s the go-to colour for refreshing and updating walls, and for using on neutral furniture pieces. And while it’s still a great colour, the trends have shifted to warmer, earthy tones like shades of khaki and terracotta. Sage green is another widely popular colour (and a personal favourite of mine). It feels timeless and fresh all at the same time.

When the warm summer months hit, a lot of us find ourselves turning our attention to the exterior of our homes. Whether you want to create an outdoor oasis in your backyard or would rather spruce up your front porch to enjoy, summer is the perfect time to do some updates to the exterior of your home to improve the curb appeal. While we are interior designers, we can also help with improving the exterior!

An often overlooked design element when tile is involved is the colour of the grout. This seems like a small detail, but with experience you learn that this small detail (as well as others) makes a big impact on the look of the space! Take a look at the photo below from Merola Tile- this is the same tile shown with four different colours of grout. They each look completely different!

Interior design is not just about choosing pretty things. There aren’t many designers out there who would be successful if that was the only thing they considered when designing a space. There are other obvious considerations such as the client’s budget, if the selections will fit in the room, and the durability of the items, but something a little less obvious that needs to be considered is how the design will impact health and wellness.

Whether it is your home, your business, or your office space, interior design always matters. Your physical environment defines your lifestyle and can greatly impact your well-being. The benefits of hiring a professional interior designer are infinite ‒ you gain structure and knowledge throughout the length of your project, save time and money, and guarantee a beautiful space that feels good.

A lot has changed this past year. Businesses have had to quickly adapt, and many people are now working from home. You may have set up your office at your kitchen island or dining room table, or even at the kid’s homework station. How is that working for you? Maybe not so well. Maybe you’re feeling a little tired of the constant distractions, the clutter of paperwork, or uncomfortable seating. If you’ve been thinking “there’s got to be a better way”, well we believe that you are right!

Big windows make for a beautiful space. We often want to upsize our windows, especially when we're building a new home, or renovating our current one. Large windows are the right idea for any space but always remember that you'll need to cover those windows with some form of window treatment.

One of the truest statements that you hear about your home is that basements are excellent, but generally underutilized, spaces in our homes. They become storage centres, home gyms, rec areas, and generally one of the the least appealing areas of the home. I know my basement is not my favourite part of the house, because it’s one of the darker areas, and not yet designed and decorated like the rest of my house.

I wanted to share a Design Concept Package that we came up with for a lovely client and her family who reside on a beautiful property just west of Sundre, AB. This client's home has the perfect Rocky Mountain views, lush trees, energetic dogs, and wildlife who come right up to their front door and peer on into the house. It is true country living!

There you are, staring at each corner of your home, wishing it could look just like that Pinterest image that you've been showing your friends, your mom, sometimes even your dad, and basically been obsessing over for x amount of months now. Problem is, no matter how many times you go to Homesense, cruise on Wayfair, hit up some local boutiques, you just can't seem to get the room to come together.