I love seasonal decor, it really makes you feel like you’re experiencing the season and/or holiday to the fullest. Now that we in the western hemisphere are in the fall season, we are all changing out our flip flops for Uggs and our booty shorts for jeans. Well, I don’t know what you wear but Read More
Easy Furnishing: My Top 7 Go-To Furniture Stores and Retailers
Okay, so nowadays there are a million and 1 furniture stores, and with so many choices, the paradox of choice really kicks in. As both a designer and a consumer, my primary focus when it comes to furniture shopping is guaranteeing that my clients receive the utmost value, ensuring the product’s longevity, and assessing the Read More
Designing a Business: My Adventure of Launching and Running an Interior Design Business
In this weeks post, I talk a little bit about my experience building my interior design business. I came up with the idea of writing this post from my adventures attending networking events. Naturally, as you mingle at networking events, the first question you get asked is “What do you do?”, in response to telling Read More
Will Interior Designers be Replaced by AI? A Designer’s Perspective
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, naturally, I wonder if my job will be taken over or impacted as well. Can and will AI one day replace human interior designers?! Well, in short EYE doesn’t think or hope so, but is it possible? Yes. No. Maybe?! Let’s discuss. The rise Read More
100 Nuggets of Wisdom: Life Lessons and Advice Unveiled
I would call myself an old soul first and foremost, some would say that I am also wise. I felt inspired to write this post, so, I thought, why not. Here is a list of 100 nuggets of wisdom and advice, with no explanation. Take it as you may and feel free to put your Read More
Bringing the Outdoors In: How To Draw Inspiration from the Outdoors in Interior Design
Nature has an uncanny ability to evoke a sense of calm, wonder, and connection. The rustling leaves, the soothing sound of flowing water, the vibrant colours of blooming flowers – all these elements of the great outdoors have a unique way of touching our souls. So, why not bring a slice of that natural beauty Read More
The Joy of Owning Less: How to Stop Buying Useless Things
Minimalism isn’t just an interior design trend; it’s a lifestyle choice that promotes simplicity, mindfulness, and the freedom that comes with shedding excess. Stop buying – become mindful of all your purchases. In this post, I share my journey with becoming more minimalist and the steps to take to stop buying and start to feel Read More
My First Adventure into Real Estate Investment in Downtown Toronto
Ok so here is the story on how I got into Toronto real estate. Now I want to preface this post by saying I don’t know anything about real estate. I’m a designer. I know how to stage a house for the market. But do I actually know anything about real estate? No. But, to Read More
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Me
Considering this is my blog, I thought it might be appropriate to make a post about me. So, if you’re ever interested or bored, you can read this post. Let’s get right into it. 1. I start every day off with dark chocolate I heard once that everyone has an addiction. If that statement is Read More
The Best Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Saffron Cake
This saffron cake is simply delicious. It has citrus notes, a warm nuttiness and the main star of the show is of course, SAFFRON! The spice saffron is very commonly used in Persian cuisine. This expensive spice can be purchased at your local Middle Eastern grocery store. The flavour profile of this cake will transport Read More
Essential Design Tips and Considerations for Creating Stunning Spaces
Looking for some design tips? Look no further, read on. Interior design plays a pivotal role in transforming a house into a home and creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and comfortable. Understanding and implementing the best interior design practices is crucial for success. Plenty of my clients have praised Read More
Condo Staging Project Gone Sour – How I was Fooled
Since starting and running my own interior design business, I’ve gotten burned, bamboozled and duped a few times. There was a time when I was a little more naive and didn’t trust my gut or walk away when I saw red flags. Those days are long gone. But it really took me until this scam Read More