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How to Choose the Perfect Sofa: What to Know Before You Shop

December 14, 2012

A comfy sofa is a wonderful thing.  It’s a place to chat, to nap, to watch TV, to read, maybe even to enjoy a late-night snack. It’s usually the focal point of your living or family room and a sizable investment – yet many of us buy a new sofa without doing a lot of […]

Creating a Bedroom Sanctuary

November 20, 2012

Serene, calming, comfortable… these words probably describe your ideal bedroom. More than ever, we want our bedrooms to be a retreat. No wonder – with our crazy lifestyles and hectic schedules – who doesn’t want an oasis where they can relax and rejuvenate? Whether you have a big bedroom or small, modern or contemporary, here […]

Family Dining: Creating the Space, Making the Time

November 2, 2012

Family dining has changed so much over the last couple of decades. When I was a kid, as I’m sure it was with many of you, dinner was a sit-down meal at the same time every night with the whole family present. No discussion – that’s simply the way it was. Wonderful memories! New home […]

Decorate Your Condo, Apartment or Smaller House with Panache!

October 12, 2012

The trend today is toward smaller living spaces. For many of us, it just makes sense! It’s more affordable, less to clean (!) and suits our active out-and-about lifestyles. Why maintain a big home, especially if you have a small family? Of course, having a smaller home doesn’t mean we want to live without luxury […]