Spring makes us feel full of renewed energy and vigour; ready to shake off those Winter cobwebs and make a fresh start! Whether you want to tackle a big project or just add a few new touches, here are some ideas for brightening and re-energizing your home and embracing that Springtime joy!
Its time for the pastel palettes of Summer to give way to the vibrant hues and earthy tones of autumn. Rich velvet upholstery and drapes, soft woven throws and blankets, polished metallic accent pieces and warm wooden tables. Check out our favourite pieces below for adding a little seasonal warmth and colour to your space!
When you are re-decorating or refreshing your room or your home, there is always a starting point; something that inspires you. It provides the springboard to begin your design and a point of reference along the way. Generally your inspiration will be either one of the following or a combination:
Why not add a breath of beach-fresh air to your decor this summer! Whether you have a beach house, a lake house or a town house, adding that washed-out, sun-drenched, beachy style to your space makes lazy Summer days that much more relaxing! Driftwood, seaglass, blue and white cotton, yards of gauzy linen, piles of striped towels and squashy white couches come immediately to mind… check out our great beach house finds below and in store to add a little nautical flavour to your Summer haven!
Yanic Simard Principal Designer at the Toronto Interior Design Group
Pendant fixtures are both a beautiful way to add a jewelry-like feature to your decor, and an important part of a well-layered light scheme. Installing an extra light source hanging below the ceiling line adds a glow that will compliment the task lighting from potlights or table lamps and the wall-washing light from sconces or floor fixtures, reducing shadows and glare so your interior can live up to its true potential. The best part is that many pendants are now available in plug-in versions that don’t require any electrical work, allowing you to add one in just an afternoon, no electrician required.
We are surrounded by interior design in our homes, our work place and even the doctor’s office. But inspired interior design can do more than simply furnish those spaces; it can promote good health, good relationships and even help your wallet.
Updating your room doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive- with the right details and choices picked by a designer- you can create a complete new feeling with a few simple steps!
1. Flooring
Like most large things in our home, flooring choices are extremely important in practicality, function and design. Our flooring is the first step and foundation for building our decorating scheme. Before you decide on floor coverings, consider how the room will be used and what kind of wear and traffic it will have. For instance, kitchens and bathrooms are hard wear areas and should have tough flooring while living spaces and bedrooms usually need the warmth of area rugs or carpet. What is appropriate for some rooms will not be appropriate for others. Decide whether you need hard or soft flooring before considering color choices.
