The recreation or “rec” rooms that many of us grew up with were dark and dull, cold cave-like rooms in the basement with plaid sofas and indoor/outdoor carpeting. Nostalgic, yes, but not exactly a welcoming retreat. Thankfully, recreation rooms have come a very long way since then. Today, you can transform that poorly lit, paneled […]
Monthly Archives: January 2014
Tips for a Fun and Fabulous Recreation Room
January 27, 2014Industrial Chic: Not Just for Lofts Anymore!
January 20, 2014Industrial décor immediately brings to mind gorgeous lofts with exposed brick and 17 foot ceilings. And in truth, that’s the foundation of this sleek look. But today, industrial chic is making its way into our suburban homes. We’re taking the best of this look and making it work in homes with less dramatic proportions. The […]
Decor Colours for 2014: Information and Inspiration!
January 7, 2014No matter how cold and snowy it is outside, your home can be a wonderful escape from the dreary days of winter. We’re just into 2014 and already I’m anxious to start home decor changes for the New Year. Winter is a great time to renovate, buy new furniture or update the look of your […]
How to add the 2014 Pantone® Color of the Year to your home
January 2, 2014A new year … a new colour of the year. Pantone, the global authority on colour, recently announced 18-3224 Radiant Orchid as their ‘2014 Color of the Year’. Radiant Orchid is described as “expressive and exotic” and a “captivating, magical, enigmatic purple” … and it’s no wonder. One glance and it awakens your senses […]