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Bohemian Style Decor

April 4, 2014

Forget macramé wall hangings from the 1970s – Bohemian is back, but today it’s glamorous and chic! BoHo has the spirit of a vagabond, the palette of an artist and the worldliness of a seasoned traveler. It’s joyous and lively; yet there’s plenty of substance. In fact, Bohemian style decor embraces the green movement and the […]

Trunks and Chests: More than Just Storage!

March 26, 2014

There’s something a little mystical about trunks. Maybe it’s because they can have secrets locked away inside, or maybe it’s because they were once used as luggage to travel to distant and exotic lands. Whatever the case, trunks are both attractive and practical – doing double duty as a beautiful piece of furniture and as […]

All About Bookcases: How to Make Your Shelves Functional and Fun

February 28, 2014

In these days of e-readers, I must confess, I still love books. There’s something wonderfully comfortable about reading a book and turning the pages one by one. So it’s only fitting that bookcases are one of my favourite pieces of furniture. Practical and playful all at once, bookcases are among the most versatile furniture in […]

Bar Stools: How to Choose and Enjoy these Fun Seats!

February 7, 2014

This year I’ve renovated my basement and added a bar. It’s just a few stools and a small serving area, but it seems that the best conversations happen there. The same is true in my breakfast area. I read that the reason is that you don’t sit “down” on a bar stool, you sit “up”. […]