Monthly Archives: July 2014

Choosing Quality Furniture: What to Look for, What to Avoid

July 31, 2014

Before discussing how to buy quality furniture, let’s think for a minute about why. For me, there are 3 reasons to choose quality: durability, comfort and last but not least, happiness. No secret that well made furniture will last longer and be more comfortable, but beyond that, there is a wonderful ‘feel good’ that comes […]

How Natural Light Affects Colour – and Your Home Decor Choices

July 24, 2014

You’ve decided to paint – maybe just one room or perhaps your whole house. Choosing colours is fun, but not always easy. We’ve all had the experience of selecting a colour at the store only to find it looks TOTALLY different on the walls at home. How can you prevent this? Turns out, it’s all […]

Mid-Century Modern Decor: How to Make it Your Style!

July 15, 2014

My favourite era is the 1950s and 60s – TV shows, fashion, movies. Who can resist the glamour and style of that time? It was post war and the mood was optimistic. In every facet of life there was the desire to strip away the old and emerge reinvented. Home decor was no exception. The […]

How to Mix Textures to Make a Space Unique and Interesting

July 5, 2014

How Can You Add Texture? If you are blessed with a space that has exposed brick walls, cornices or glowing hardwood floors, you already have texture – and you know how much character it adds to your home. But what if your rooms are ‘bland’? Think about adding rugs (shag adds wonderful texture), draperies in […]