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My Colour Drenched Dining Room Reveal!

04/21/2025
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In December, right before the holidays, I decided to paint the dining room. It was the last room on the main floor that had not been painted since we moved in. And it was the ONLY room that had not been originally painted taupe. It was SW Accessible Beige (a green grey in my system)….

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Two Bedrooms, Two Makeovers: A Teen Dream Revamp

04/14/2025
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I love transforming spaces – this time for two of my nephews. They are growing up fast! And they needed their bedrooms to reflect their changing interests and hobbies. My nephew Markus messaged me a few weeks ago: Hi Maria! Recently I’ve been thinking about my room and I think I want to minimalize it…

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Trend Alert: Green is the new Black + The Most Expensive Mistake

01/20/2025
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From trending green tiles to warm neutrals, discover how to avoid the most expensive renovation mistakes that cause 85% of homeowners stress during their build or remodel projects. Learn essential colour coordination tools and expert strategies to prevent costly finish selection errors, especially in today’s shifting design landscape where beige has joined the traditional black,…

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Buy THIS not THAT at HomeSense or HomeGoods

10/03/2024
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When we taped this video at HomeSense last week I walked out thinking, ‘Did I say anything good?’ because styling is the air that I breathe, so I was so happy when my Digital Content Manager sent me the video for approval because I realized there were so many good tips! Do not miss this…

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Where Do You Find Your People?

09/17/2024
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The best way to learn anything is with a mentor. Whether you’re starting out or trying to push through to the next level, there’s nothing like having the benefit of your mentor’s expertise. If you’re following me, it’s probably because my advice resonates with you. You might find yourself nodding your head in solidarity. And…

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Is it time to make a change? A Magazine Worthy Success Story

09/09/2024
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Thinking about changing careers or taking a leap into design? I’ve been there. Before I discovered my passion for colour and design, I held various positions in the corporate world — but I knew it wasn’t for me. So, I truly love hearing from others who’ve made similar journeys. This former psychologist-turned-designer attended one of…

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My Best Advice for Your New Build

01/15/2024
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Are you building the home of your dreams this year? Do you know what it takes to create a cohesive, timeless vision for your home and stick to the plan? In case you’ve never been through the process of planning a home from scratch and all detours and the hundreds of stacked and complicated decisions…

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Colour Rescue: Let’s Rescue Your White Ceilings!

11/02/2023
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Ever since I shared my first colourful ceiling, I get lots of questions about choosing a paint colour for your ceiling that’s not white! Well, today I’m sharing all the details to help you choose a colourful ceiling. This week’s Colour Rescue episode is about ceilings. Do they all have to be white? This is…

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The Best Warm Whites for Walls are Not what You Think

06/26/2023
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Everyone wants to know how to choose the right white. I invented a colour system that gives you a better question. The most popular whites are usually NOT the best choice for your walls. I get so many questions about splitting hairs between whites. Most often, it’s when someone has chosen off white for their…

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Understanding THIS, Instantly Makes You a Better Decorator

09/01/2022
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Being able to choose the right undertone or the right colour are important skills gained in my training, but what’s even more powerful is how they transform into better overall decorating and design decisions. Here’s an example. Since my audience has grown quite a bit because my video about grey hardwood floors went viral this…

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What Colour Works with Orange Wood?

05/23/2022
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So many of us tend to get caught up in the colour of wood – whether it’s hardwood floors, trims, cabinets, etc. And it often blinds our colour decision-making process. You may be asking what colour works with orange wood, but this isn’t the only question you need to ask. Johnson + McLeod Design Consultants…

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