Every year, the design world eagerly awaits the revelation of the Pantone Colour of the Year, a shade that shapes fashion, interior design, and artistic expression. The Pantone Colour of the Year 2024 continues this tradition, encapsulating current trends and cultural sentiments. This post explores the significance of this colour choice, its historical context, and Read More
The Power of Home Organization: Unveiling its Positive Impacts
This week’s topic is home organization! Our homes are our sanctuaries (well, they should be). Our homes should also be our safe havens from the hustle and bustle of the world. The way we organize and maintain our living spaces can significantly impact our mental and emotional well-being. A cluttered and disorganized home often leads Read More
Christmas Decorating that Will Inspire You this Season
This year, I am especially excited about Christmas decorating. I am truly enjoying this Christmas season as I am taking time to reflect on the year that passed. Part of what makes Christmas so magical is Christmas decorating, of course. That’s the part in which I indulge the most, and I encourage people to do Read More
Mainstream Retro Design for the Contemporaries: Mid-Century Modern
Are you a fan of bygone eras, captivated by the charm of the past? Me too. Mid-century modern interior design might be the perfect style for you. In recent years, this nostalgic trend has made a significant comeback, weaving together the best elements of various decades to create stylish and timeless spaces. The mid-century modern Read More
Modern Design: a Shift in Trends and the World
In recent years, interior design has witnessed a seismic shift toward the sleek, clean lines and minimalistic aesthetics of modern design. This approach, characterized by its emphasis on simplicity, functionality, and a reductionist approach to decor, has garnered widespread attention and acclaim. However, as this trend continues to gain momentum, a growing sentiment challenges the Read More
Empty Nest, Full Potential: Transforming your Home after Kids Leave
As children grow and embark on their own shenanigans, parents face a new chapter in life: the empty nest phase. Suddenly, there’s a surplus of space in the home once occupied by the bustling energy of young ones. Rather than allowing these spaces to gather dust, why not reimagine and repurpose them into areas that Read More
The Tiny Home Revolution: Embracing Simplicity in a Compact World
This week’s topic surrounds the tiny home. Is bigger always better? As I’ve gotten a little more wise over the years, I’d say no. (We’re talking about homes here…). In today’s world, larger homes just aren’t as practical or attainable anymore. Especially, if you live in a big city like me, most of us are Read More
FAQ – Most Common Interior Design Questions I get as a Professional
Ok, so I want to cover my answers to the most common interior design questions I get from clients. Mostly because you may be someone who is seeking these answers from an interior design professional, so my answers may be helpful. The questions I get range from advice on decorating to the interior design industry Read More
Metamerism: Why Your Paint Colour Didn’t Turn Out as Expected
As a designer and artist, metamersim is a colour perception phenomenon I have undoubtedly been aware of. Now, you’re probably thinking, what the heck is metamerism? Before I answer that question, I wanted to bring up why this is the topic of this week’s blog post. This past week, I was in the process of Read More
The Best and Worst Interior Design AI,A Designer’s Review
With AI taking over the world, naturally, I was intrigued to test out some of the interior design AI products on the market. The thought of making my job easier sounds lovely, I mean, we all want tools to make our jobs and lives easier, right? I have already written about Will Interior Designers Be Read More
Products for a Small Space: How to Gain Space and Storage
Like me, you may live in a small space. I live in a downtown Toronto condo, a “shoe box” as some may call it. I for one, don’t mind living in a smaller space. Considering I live alone, a 500 sq ft shoe box is just fine for me. The less space, the less cleaning, Read More
Things I am Thankful for, in Business and in Life
So since it’s Thanksgiving (in Canada), I thought it was fitting to make a post about what I am thankful for. Truthfully, I am not a big Thanksgiving person, I was never a fan of traditional Thanksgiving food. But I do like the concept of enjoying a meal with friends and family and being conscious Read More