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Design Trends: How do we determine what’s hot and what’s not?

April 17, 2014

How does the gorgeous new sofa you’re admiring in the furniture store get there? What determines what it looks like, what fabric it’s upholstered in and how quickly it will get bought? Diana Sisto, Creative Director at Brentwood Classics, spoke recently at Stoney Creek Furniture’s Inside Out Home Show about the design process and how […]

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 […]

Serene, Sensational Aqua: How to Add it to Your Home

February 14, 2014

Maybe it’s the cold winter weather making me dream of sun-drenched beaches and azure waves, but aqua is on my mind. And apparently, many others are thinking of it too! Aqua and turquoise are among the hottest colours this season – popping up in homes everywhere. For those who think it’s a crazy colour for […]

Industrial Chic: Not Just for Lofts Anymore!

January 20, 2014

Industrial décor immediately brings to mind gorgeous lofts with exposed brick and 17 foot ceilings. And in truth, that’s the foundation of this sleek look.  But today, industrial chic is making its way into our suburban homes. We’re taking the best of this look and making it work in homes with less dramatic proportions. The […]