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 →
A step-by-step guide to learn how to put together a room you love, regardless of budget size. Use these designer trade tips and tricks to start shopping online like a boss. When I present the How to Shop Online/How to Work with Clients via eDesign training on Day 3 of… Continue Reading →
When you understand the basic principles and colours of classic and timeless design for a new build, it’s just as easy to make your own choices when it’s time to customize your RV. Lea and Greg’s Boxer Lab Cross (Babs) My sisters partner Greg (below) retired this Spring and to… Continue Reading →
Maria’s White Garden Transformation; Before & After I wrote the first rule of design (according to Maria Killam 🙂 ) in 2013 when I was working on my garden renovation. I have had this rule quoted back to me many times by my readers and by students who attend my… Continue Reading →
Here’s my expert advice for choosing the perfect wall to wall carpet colour. I have 4 easy steps that any homeowner can apply to make sure the carpet colours in your home are perfect. Many of you have asked for this post. How do I choose the right wall to… Continue Reading →
I decided, this year, to turn this post into an overview of all the other paint companies ‘colours of the year’ along with a discussion about Pantone’s colour of the year. Frankly, I have been a little disillusioned by their predictions of late, especially last years ‘circus purple’ shade which… Continue Reading →
I’ve never been a fan of anything too pointy. Not in fashion or design. Years ago, someone gifted me a pendant in the shape of a triangle. I never wore it. It’s probably why my design aesthetic is more traditional vs. ultra modern. Traditional design has way more curves, while… Continue Reading →
We’re going back to the 80s with all the colours of the year that have been announced this year and Pantone’s Ultra Violet is no exception. Benjamin Moore’s Caliente (blue based red) and Sherwin Williams Oceanside (strong teal) were all big statement colours in the flamboyant fashion of the 80’s…. Continue Reading →
Tricia Firmaniuk, my fabulous Virtual Design Assistant, wrote this great post about kitchens. Let me know what you think! ______________________________________________________________ Here’s a kitchen I found listed on Zillow that has clearly been recently renovated. And while the outcome is not terrible, I don’t think you will find this kitchen popping… Continue Reading →
BHG Hasn’t everyone bought one of those “fill-in-the-blank for Dummies” books when you really don’t know something and you’re thinking “Talk to me like I’m 5 years old?”. I certainly have. Years ago I dated a guy who was into philosophy and I just felt stupid every time he started talking about it, so… Continue Reading →
Photo by Maria Killam at Maison & Objet When I wrote my trend report from Maison & Objet last week, truthfully, I was kind of depressed that all evidence points towards black as the next trendy neutral after grey. In this case, I hope I’m wrong. It seems that in my 20… Continue Reading →
It was an interesting first day at Maison & Objet. Everyone had different opinions about the trends because I think everyone looks for whatever interests them. For example, I’ll be at High Point market and someone will say “I saw RED everywhere” and I’ll think “Really? I didn’t see much… Continue Reading →
I’ve been thinking about my bathrooms lately and how un-renovated and dated they are. (update, see all my renovated bathrooms here) It’s a project I was going to tackle this year but honestly, they just don’t bother me enough so I let it slide. Except for this: I have always… Continue Reading →
Wesley Hall I go to High Point Furniture Market every spring and fall to source furniture and artwork for my clients, get educated, and (of course) get inspired! If you are a retailer with a showroom, High Point is THE place to go. You’ll discover unique ways to incorporate current colour trends into your… Continue Reading →
{via Domino} Gold finishes in hardware, lighting and furniture has taken its sweet time in becoming mainstream. Back in October 2011, when I wrote this post about choosing hardware for your kitchen, I declared that gold was too warm for a white kitchen. I see now that I was reacting to the… Continue Reading →
I’m a sponsored blogger again this Fall market and I was so happy to have the opportunity to blog about Jaipur Rugs, since a colourful area rug with some pillows are such a quick and easy way to breathe new colour and life into any room. Photo by Maria Killam This is… Continue Reading →
