Last year I posted the reveal of this room in my sister Elizabeth’s home that we immediately dubbed ‘The Most Beautiful Room in the World’ (because she had lived too long with the BEFORE which consisted of ugly 80s black leather furniture). And because I posted it at the end… Continue Reading →
Look closely at this photo (below), if you know my dining room, you’ll notice something different. The backs of my dining chairs are black and white polka dots instead of stripes. That’s because when I was choosing the fabric for the backs of my dining chairs I couldn’t decide between… Continue Reading →
I recently read Down to Earth by Lauren Liess. Her relatable and easy decorating style is so good, I’m sharing my favorite go-to design tips from the book. What I really love about Lauren Liess’ new book are the many simple, easy ideas you can immediately transfer to your own… Continue Reading →
It’s that time of year! Pantone announces its new colour of the year while we are making shopping lists and checking them twice. Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2020 This year’s colour, is the safest, and most predictable yet. Classic Blue. Blue, the world’s favourite colour. Pantone haven’t announced… Continue Reading →
Maria Killam, Lea Junttila, Elizabeth Jacobs My sister Elizabeth, Lea and I are slightly obsessed with coats. This season it got so out of control I had to share it with you! In my defense, we live in a mild but yet chilly climate (same as Seattle weather), so I’m always… Continue Reading →
NEW! Sherwin-Williams Foundation Collection Last year we didn’t have our annual sale because my large painted colour boards are so popular our supplier couldn’t keep up with the demand! They kept saying, “It’s hard to find someone to do such a boring job,” and that’s why we couldn’t get them… Continue Reading →
Last year I bought a fake green tree so I could decorate in November instead of waiting until the beginning of December for a real one. The previous three years I had real flocked trees and last year I really missed the white tree because I love how it highlights… Continue Reading →
It’s no secret that dark colours are quickly becoming the new neutral, and this may be tempting you to buy a black sofa. But, here are a few decorating tips you should consider before you introduce the darkest colour in the largest piece of furniture in your room. If black… Continue Reading →
I have often thought about ordering expensive Italian bedding because occasionally when we’ve stayed at a higher end hotel with fabulous sheets, I don’t want to get out of bed because I’m so comfortable. When Steve from Vero Linens asked if I’d like to try out his high-end Italian bedding,… Continue Reading →
Considering adding black to your bathroom design? Don’t underestimate the power of black. When you decorate with black in a bathroom, you are already working with the darkest colour, so don’t overdo it. I’ll show you how a subtle repeat of black is all you need for a classic bathroom… Continue Reading →
Your open concept floor plan can present some real decorating challenges — such as how to create flow from room to room with your paint colours. Here are my best decorating tips on how to transition paint colours in an open concept home. The open concept home popular in the… Continue Reading →
The biggest and brightest trends for lighting in 2020 are here! Changing out a lamp, pendant or chandelier can have a dramatic effect on the look and feel of any room so we’re coveting all the beautiful new trending shapes and materials in lighting. Just as we turn back the… Continue Reading →
Maria Killam in 2008 (at a paint store where my system began) Eleven years ago on Halloween 2008 I started writing this blog. I’m always a little annoyed that my anniversary is on a date that is far from my favourite. I have no stomach for horror movies or anything… Continue Reading →
Here are the top colour trends that dominated High Point Market this fall. Join us as we explore room design styles, ideas and inspiration to help you incorporate some of the most-seen colour trends into your interior decor in 2020. Two of my team members, Tricia Firmaniuk and Kristy Robb… Continue Reading →
Art is the key to pulling together a pretty room and can also be the inspiration for your decorating colour palette. So, we’re sharing the biggest wall art trends we discovered at this year’s High Point Market. This post is written by Tricia Firmaniuk our Senior Colour Designer. Terreeia and… Continue Reading →
Here’s a look inside my Specify Colour with Confidence workshop from two new True Colour Experts in the Chicago class. I recently hired a new Colour Designer, Larkin Owens, for our very busy eDesign department and Social Media Manager, Kristy Robb. And just in time to attend my Chicago workshop… Continue Reading →
