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My Enchanted Greenhouse and Garden

07/01/2024
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Today I’m sharing some dramatic befores and afters of our new veggie garden and greenhouse! The was me shopping for plant material before it was installed this Spring. We had raised vegetable garden beds in our last home and Terreeia always wanted to add a greenhouse.  But as you can see by the space we…

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What Everyone Should Know About Warm Neutrals

06/25/2024
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The last post I wrote about beige was May 2022 because my clients have been asking for ‘darker whites’ and ‘warmer neutrals’ for a couple years now. And I had to include this comment from a follower who works in a paint store who confirmed that yes, people are starting to ask for paint colours…

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Why We Love Nancy Meyers’ Kitchens

06/20/2024
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Today I want to explore the enduring appeal of Nancy Meyers’ kitchen designs, as seen in iconic films like “Something’s Gotta Give” and “It’s Complicated.” These movies feature classic black and white kitchens that remain stylish and relevant over two decades later. And that, my friends is the very definition of TIMELESS. Back in 2010…

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Renovation Clean up; Who Should be Vacuuming?

06/18/2024
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Last week I posted a video with some stories that should have convinced everyone that not only should you NOT go on vacation during your renovation (or new build for that matter), you should be there at as much as you can but at the very least twice a day, to make sure your vision…

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Should you leave town during your renovation?

06/13/2024
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Planning a big home renovation and thinking about living somewhere else temporarily, or even going on vacation during installation? You’re not alone! BUT choosing whether to stay or leave town during a major renovation is a crucial decision that can make or break your project. I’m sharing some renovation disasters that will make you think…

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10 Things I’m Loving Lately (Especially #3)

06/07/2024
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It’s my birthday TODAY! So I thought I’d share some of the things I’m loving lately! 1. My yellow-striped outdoor drapes The first are the new yellow and white striped outdoor drapes I just had custom made for the Patio. Since our hot tub is located directly off our primary bedroom, it feels more private…

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7 Best Paint Colours for the Trending Warm Kitchen

05/31/2024
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Now that beige is back and warmer kitchens are trending, here’s a refresher on the undertones of beige. Because you need to know how to get the warm beige kitchen trend right and not make this common mistake. The warm beige kitchen trend is here (even the kitchen we inherited is beige) and that means…

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What I Love Most about You

05/28/2024
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My heart is bursting following my live in-person True Colour Expert Training in Chicago! But first, it’s beginning to feel like summer! My outdoor furniture came out this week 💛 I just love all my boxwood clouds (I know about the blight but apparently these are green velvets which don’t catch it AND they are…

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Why a Beige Kitchen is a Tricky Design Project

05/23/2024
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I know I’ve been declaring beige is back for awhile, but then it happened. An Instagram and TikTok celebrity/influencer shared about her renovation recently and all the things that went wrong. When I watched it I thought at first that she was generous to share what NO ONE would normally share.  But then I realized…

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A Better Black for Exteriors

05/20/2024
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My eDesign department is hopping with exterior colour consultations this time of year. We help clients get the fresh updated look they want while making sure the colours relate to any fixed stone, brick and roof colours.  Because once you understand colour, it’s really easy to spot when someone wrongly assumed that their stone or…

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Expert Editing Tips for a Picture Perfect Room

05/16/2024
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This couple recently combined their belongings and decor, and asked for my help with a decorating plan. Instead of painting, I used some expert editing techniques (along with a few new pieces) to create a stunning makeover for their dining room.  And I’m also sharing one of my favourite ways to change up your dining…

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What would Maria do with this Exterior?

05/13/2024
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Module 14 of my Exterior Masterclass is all about “What would Maria do with this Exterior” There are so many common mistakes that people make with exteriors, EVEN black and white ones which seem straightforward, but every day I drive this colour scheme installed wrong. Now that my exterior is painted and the landscaping is…

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From Grey Walls to Happy Colour; before and after

05/09/2024
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Today I’m sharing how I transformed bleak, battleship grey institutional hallways with a happy colour palette and vibrant artwork. I think this post will brighten your day! After creating all kinds of love and happiness decorating five suites at Wilma’s Transition house (note: you can see all the before and after episodes over on my…

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The Truth About the most Popular White Paint Colours

05/06/2024
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The best white exterior paint colours are not what you think! If you simply Google the best white paint colours, you’ll get a list of popular choices. However, these white paint colours will NOT look good on exteriors. Here’s why. In 2022 I posted an update to my Exterior Colour Selection Masterclass about how the…

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