I really like the expression “chic within reach” because most of us don’t have a big decor budget, yet we do have huge expectations. We all want our homes to be stylish and chic. We want it to look like we spent a lot; but actually want to get ‘The Look’ quite affordably. Here are […]
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July 15, 2013The Geometric Décor Trend: “Shape” Up Your Home!
July 7, 2013The last time I seriously thought about geometry was Grade 10 math class. Back then, I must admit, it wasn’t my favourite subject. But this year, with fashion and home décor strongly influenced by geometric patterns, I am falling in love with circles, triangles and pyramids!Geometric shapes are showing up everywhere in the home. Walls, […]
The Great Gatsby: A Glorious Era in Furniture – Back Again!
May 10, 2013Ah, the roaring 20’s. It was a time of prosperity, of indulgence, of “ritzy” living. This was the setting for “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It is not only a great novel, but a lifestyle inspiration. Today, the movie The Great Gatsby is released and it’s inspired a resurgence of interest in everything […]
Trend Report from the Spring 2013 High Point Furniture Market
May 2, 2013We recently returned from North Carolina where we attended the High Point Furniture Market – the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world. It happens twice a year, with over 11 million square feet of furniture and accessories on display. We walked and saw so much – it was very inspiring. Here are some […]