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Why Crowdsourcing Your Reno Decisions Will Leave You Disappointed

07/21/2025
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Thinking of crowdsourcing your renovation decisions online? Here’s why relying on internet advice can lead to costly design mistakes—and what to do instead to create a timeless, trend-proof home. 🛑 If you’re building or renovating and turning to the internet for advice, stop right there. We’ve all seen the posts: “Which greige should I choose?”“What…

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Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes with Your Garden

07/03/2025
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Want to create a stunning, cohesive garden? Today I’m going to share five essential landscaping tips—from choosing the right colour palette to shaping your space with plants and pathways—that will transform your yard and boost your curb appeal. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these expert secrets will help you design a beautiful,…

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5 Must-Know Tips for Trending Viola Marble Countertops

06/30/2025
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If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you know I’m not afraid to call out a trend when it needs a caution sign.  But first 🇨🇦 HAPPY CANADA DAY!! 🇨🇦 to all my Canadian friends! Dramatic Calacatta Viola Marble I’m talking about the highly trending calacatta viola marble of course. It’s decadent and exciting…

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Using the Neutral Colour Wheel Part 2: Planning a New Build

06/27/2025
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Discover how the Understanding Undertones neutral colour wheel can simplify your search for the perfect neutral by helping you quickly identify and match undertones in any space. And, learn why limiting and repeating neutral undertones is the key to creating a harmonious, timeless look in your home. But first! ☀️ Flash Summer eDesign Sale! ☀️…

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Easy Tips for a Pretty Patio This Summer

06/19/2025
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It’s sale time for outdoor furniture so I thought I’d walk you through HomeSense/HomeGoods to give you some tips and tricks to create a pretty patio for the rest of the summer! Here’s Lucy and I on my birthday (June 7). I get so much joy out of my happy yellow and white striped patio!…

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Inspiration vs. Reality: 5 Reasons Your Reno Falls Flat

06/09/2025
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Whenever one of my family members embarks on a renovation—big or small—I’m reminded just how quickly those dreamy inspiration photos can collide with reality. Take my sister Anita, for example. When we started mood-boarding her bathroom, we were in pure fantasy mode. I found a gorgeous mirror and two perfect sconce lights. Pretty, pretty, pretty!…

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5 Steps to Starting a Bathroom Renovation

06/05/2025
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Today I’m thrilled to hand the blog over to my sister Anita, whose sense of humour and eye for design always make for a great story. If you’ve ever felt stuck with a space you can’t stand, Anita’s journey will feel all too familiar. She’s sharing the real-life ups and downs of living with a…

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My Laundry Room Closet Makeover with STOR-X

02/10/2025
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Last Summer I went to a fundraising dinner and bid on a closet system and got the winning bid! Hooray! Then when Irma from STOR-X came out to give me a quote on the laundry room closet, it was much bigger than the closet I had won, so we decided to collaborate! And I’m so…

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10 Critical Decisions for a Timeless Home Renovation

02/03/2025
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Are you renovating a home? There are sooooo many decisions to be made and it’s most helpful to know what needs to be considered first. So here are 10 critical decisions to consider along with many indispensable tips for planning your renovation.  10 Critical Decisions for a Timeless Home Renovation Many people begin planning their…

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How to Design a Home You’ll Love Forever

01/30/2025
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It’s new build season, and I want to help you create your dream home. So I’m sharing all my best tips for making smart choices so you can avoid installing finishes you’ll soon fall out of love with.  It’s easy to get the impression that every house will eventually need updating and that’s just the…

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4 Steps to Getting your Countertops Right

01/23/2025
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This weeks tutorial on youtube is all about a reader’s kitchen update. She sent in some photos along with a photo of a griege countertop she wants. She’s stuck on how to choose the right subway tile backsplash. She is not interested in painting her cabinets. I’m so glad she asked me because she was…

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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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