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Halloween Mantel in Wicked White

By Guest Author

The key to this wickedly pale mantelpiece is sticking to one, predominant colour -- in this case white. Styling by Annie McDonald & Emma Reddington Photos by Kristin Sjaarda Vary the size and shape of your objects to provide some visual interest. Adding some sculptural fall... Read More »

Modern Gothic Mantel

By Emma Reddington

Halloween tends to be one of the kitschier holidays, but more and more, the design savvy are looking for ways to bring contemporary style to its over-the-top tradition. Take cue from this modern Gothic mantelpiece arrangement, if kitsch Halloween isn't for you. Styling by Annie McDonald & Emma... Read More »

Buying Guide: Arm Chairs

By Chantel Simmons

"Arm chairs are one of the most functional ways to add style to a room and show off your personality," says Paula Velez, project designer at LUX Design in Toronto. Here are Velez's tips for choosing chairs. How many? Consider the space and function of the room before buying chairs. In a living... Read More »

Making Your Space More Zen

By Mia Shulman, Acting Managing Editor

Create a home that's calm, cool and collected, by incorporating the principles of feng shui. Not only will they help you declutter and design a beautiful space, you might actually notice reduced stress levels, improved ability to sleep and overall happiness. What other designs trends can claim that?... Read More »

When It’s Left to Bryan

By RENO & DECOR Magazine

Choosing the Right Reno for a Mid-20th Century Home that Needed a Complete Overhaul As seen in the Aug/Sep 2012 issue of RENO & DECOR Text by Martha Uniacke Breen Photography by Brandon Barre "Most people tend to look at their homes through rose-coloured glasses," says renovation expert... Read More »

How to Decorate with Metallics

By Guest Author

Metallic accents aren't just for the holidays. Thanks to these six easy tips, you can open up your home to metallic decor and watch it sparkle all year long. Start small: If you're looking to incorporate metallic decor without making too much of a splash, consider adding hints of the... Read More »

Furniture Worth Splurging On

By Mia Shulman, Acting Managing Editor

Furnishing a new home is a daunting, not to mention pricey, endeavour. Before you dig deep into your pockets, take stock of what's needed and follow this list, outlining where to spend and where to save when purchasing furniture for your home. Dine Like Royalty When furnishing a... Read More »

Loving Open-Concept Living

By Patricia D'Amato

Intimidated by your open-concept space? When open-concept floor plans emerged in the housing market, many purchasers were excited yet weary. Will I have enough privacy? How will I fare with no 'rooms'? For the design-challenged, the thought of outfitting a large space to suit many functions became a... Read More »