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Small Space Layout; Sofa and Two chairs vs. a Loveseat

11/30/2009
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Space Planning. It seems like such a simple offering on a designer’s list of services; however there are many people that go without furniture for years because they don’t know which pieces to buy and don’t want to make a mistake. Space planning then becomes critical and highly worth the designer’s fee. Interior Design by…

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Why are Red & Green the Colours of Christmas?

11/28/2009
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  I posted this last year but it was so popular (the images are stunning) that I’m re-posting it for 2009! Enjoy: There are a few answers to this question but basically it comes down to this one by Glenn Baylock: Red symbolizes the blood that Jesus spilt to redeem us from our sins. Green…

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My 3 Favourite Designer Friends and I

11/28/2009
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Met up for the annual Living Space/Cantu Designer Party last week and we had such a great time! Hanan, Nancy, Amber & Maria Hanan tried to awaken the sleeping prince charming but it didn’t work. This is Kara our fabulous Calgary Representative from Cantu This is Hanan with Aura Interiors. Click here to view her…

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Christmas in New York

11/25/2009
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Okay I’m finally going again (remember this post where I told you all about it, and then I had to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances?). Well this time I’m whispering (can’t you tell?)  in case something I say jinxes it. flickr flickr flickr flickr   But it’ll be Christmas in New York when I get…

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White-on-Gray-on-White by Kelly Deck

11/21/2009
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One of my colour theory students, Natalie Ochmanek, recently toured a local Millionaire Lottery House designed by Kelly Deck Design. She generously shared her photographs with the class so I thought I’d post them so you could have the tour as well! This is a close-up of the drapery fabric in the living room, I…

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When It Comes to Your Decor; Your Friends are Polite

11/20/2009
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Lately I’ve noticed something. I’m called out to a consultation because my advice is not only required, it’s absolutely necessary. You know how I have said in previous posts that I don’t judge? Well let me clarify that; it’s not that I don’t have an opinion–yes I’m always thinking in my head–that sofa is 80’s,…

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A Dirty Answer to a Clean Question

11/18/2009
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A reader posted the following comment/question which I thought I would address in this post; “One term you frequently use disturbs me, and that is the word “dirty” to describe those colors which are not bright or primary. Well, dirty can be fun and has it’s place 😉 – – but it doesn’t seem to…

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What Everyone should know about Gray

11/16/2009
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Since gray is the new brown, I have been hearing all kinds of reactions about how cold it is, with people (including designers) declaring: ‘I would NEVER decorate with gray’. I even had a reader who sent me an email asking about a statement a designer had made, ‘You can’t mix two neutrals together; therefore, brown and gray can’t…

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10 Things I hate/love/share about me

11/15/2009
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I have received the Honest Scrap award from lovely Jane at Artfully Graced. Thank you!! The rules are you must share ‘10 honest things about yourself and link to the person who gave you the award, as well as tag 7 other blogs that you love! So here goes: 1. I am not a runner (but…

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Interview with Colour Expert; Rachel Perls

11/10/2009
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Rachel Perls has a blog called Hue. She is also a member (along with me) of the International Association of Colour Consultants/Designers.  The most fascinating thing about the colour profession, is that each colour designer looks at colour from a slightly different view allowing us all to learn something new from each professional! Rachel Perls…

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Three Different Shades of Yellow

11/09/2009
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I love the feeling of this interior from Elle Decor and the banana leaves which add fabulous drama to the room. Plus there are 3 different shades of yellow here! A yellowy beige in the sisal area rugs, a fresh, clean yellow in the upholstered chairs and a fabulous sunset, golden shade for the drapery! …

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How to Style a Bookshelf without Spending a Fortune

11/06/2009
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Styling a bookshelf doesn’t have to be expensive. This is a sneak peak of a beautiful home I’m decorating in Morgan Creek. This clients request; we want it to look like a show home! After Because the millwork was already dark I chose silver as the overall theme. The gorgeous vases that look like lamps…

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