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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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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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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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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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13 Easy Styling Ideas (You Can Use Right Now)

04/18/2024
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There is no better way to share my best decorating tricks than to show you how easy it is to transform a space with what’s already there. Even if you’re working with pieces that might not be your favourite, you can mix a little resourceful creativity along with tried and true styling tips. And I…

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16 Expert Styling Tips for Any Budget

04/04/2024
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This weeks Colour Rescue™ is the reveal of the third suite I decorated for Wilma’s Transition Society. This makeover combines the generosity of some donated decor and a little styling magic. But the result is anything but ordinary. Here are the previous suites I decorated at the transition house for women and children… Here and…

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5 Steps to Decorating a Guest Bedroom

04/02/2024
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I’m so excited to continue to lend my decorating skills to make a real difference. With each room at Wilma’s Transition house that I work on, I try to create spaces that offer comfort and support to women and children in need. From arranging the furniture to adding thoughtful and colourful touches, I want these…

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Avoid These 3 Common Exterior Colour Mistakes

03/29/2024
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I’m so excited to finally announce that we’re re-launching my Exterior Colour Selection Masterclass this Spring with a few NEW updates! If you’re new here, this is my on-demand course for creating a beautiful and timeless home exterior. Basically, I’m handing over the step-by-step system I use to choose exterior colour for clients all over…

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Commercial Buildings: Choosing Colour Over Safe

03/18/2024
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Apartment and commercial buildings aren’t inherently limited to neutral tones, and yet there seems to be a prevailing tendency to stick to more trendy black-and-white palettes. Personally, I advocate for embracing more colourful options. Let’s take a closer look. Last week while I was vacationing in Maui, a follower sent me this photo. She told…

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What’s Next after the Cognac Sofa?

02/12/2024
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We are in a phase of transition when it comes to the overarching colour trends right now. Which can make it extra confusing when you need to commit to a big purchase for your home like a sofa. So, which colour of sofa would I recommend right now? Keep reading to find out. Colour is…

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How Maria Saved Me from a Trendy Black Kitchen

01/22/2024
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Today’s post is a guest post from a True Colour Expert and long time dear friend Claire Jefford. She’s sharing her process for creating her stunning colourful kitchen. Maria’s colour training marks a significant milestone in my design career. Hearing Maria articulate why neutral undertones are an important colour consideration and how not all whites…

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