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Design lesson: A holiday entryway Design lesson: A holiday entryway
Design lesson: A holiday entryway
With the holidays right around the corner, it’s time to make an entrance. my wife and i are big fans of setting up the front hall for the holiday season, and it’s worth investing a little time and money to remove clutter, spruce things up and make the space really impactful. here are my...
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Design lesson: Sarah Richardson's chic living space Design lesson: Sarah Richardson's chic living space
Design lesson: Sarah Richardson's chic living space
This colourful, elegant space is proof positive that a home can be family friendly without being kid dominated. but when designer sarah richardson first met the homeowners in the living room of their west end toronto home, the open-concept first floor suffered from a tight layout and an...
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Design lesson: No-fuss holiday displays Design lesson: No-fuss holiday displays
Design lesson: No-fuss holiday displays
You owe it to yourself to find beautiful and satisfying ways to keep the holidays simple. after all, there's nothing entertaining about a host who's too exhausted to enjoy his or her own party, and it's hard to be full of cheer if you're feeling stressed. when it comes to decorating, there are...
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Design lesson: 7 smart pieces Design lesson: 7 smart pieces
Design lesson: 7 smart pieces
Your room is nearly finished, but when you look around, something seems to be missing. a versatile furniture item just might fill the void. each of the options here promises flexible serviceability in a range of styles and price points . when investing in your home, look to these multitasking...
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Design lesson: Perfecting imperfections Design lesson: Perfecting imperfections
Design lesson: Perfecting imperfections
Rarely is a room perfect. those of us with low ceilings may have little sympathy for homeowners who complain of soaring ceiling syndrome, but double-height rooms can pose problems: how do you strategically place artwork for viewing from two separate floors? and where should draperies begin...
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Design Lesson: Summer classics Design Lesson: Summer classics
Design Lesson: Summer classics
Dinner on the patio, reading in the garden—summer activities are for savouring. i've noticed that decorating outdoors is rarely as daunting for people as decorating indoors. i have a few theories about why. for one thing, we use outdoor spaces in more casual, forgiving ways, plus the choices...
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Design Lesson: Stretching your budget Design Lesson: Stretching your budget
Design Lesson: Stretching your budget
My niece alana recently bought her first house , and like so many others, she spent far more than she ever dreamed, leaving little money for improvements. she asked me for some economical ways to improve the appearance and value of her new abode. 1 use standard tiles in custom ways if you...
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Kimberley Seldon's Design Lessons Kimberley Seldon's Design Lessons
Kimberley Seldon's Design Lessons
Basic tips and ideas back to basics designer kimberley seldon offers tips for decorating your living room like a pro. kimberley seldon's favourite 7 smart pieces when investing in your home, look to multitasking pieces of furniture to bridge the gap between decorative and...
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Window coverings to block the sun Window coverings to block the sun
Window coverings to block the sun
Most of us wouldn't dream of stepping outside in the summertime without sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat to provide personal shade. that's because the sun, although we love it, damages unprotected skin, hair and eyes. interior furnishings also require protection from harmful rays. full sun...
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Design lesson: Fabulous flea markets Design lesson: Fabulous flea markets
Design lesson: Fabulous flea markets
There's an art to successful flea marketing. some tactics (like keeping money tucked away) are useful at any flea market, while others are specific to a particular place. for instance, in france, if you don't begin an exchange with "bonjour, madame/ monsieur," you're finished. canada's dealers...
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Design lesson: Fireplace seating Design lesson: Fireplace seating
Design lesson: Fireplace seating
A gracious fireplace is the ideal focal point for a living room. its architectural presence commands attention, its warmth is a comfort in cooler weather, and it provides a natural anchor for the main seating arrangement. an impressive feature, it also allows for several options when it comes to...
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Design Lesson: How to go all the way Design Lesson: How to go all the way
Design Lesson: How to go all the way
You study the pages of style at home, visit home shows and listen intently to television experts. you're ready. you're motivated. you even have the money saved. but like a diet that begins with enthusiasm and ends with "oh, what’s the use?" often our decorating goals don't come to fruition...
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Room decorating and design Room decorating and design
Room decorating and design
Room decorating and design room design lesson: how to mix styles tips to help you pull all your differing pieces and styles together for one cohesive space. room design lesson: reno trends customized, fresh ideas to inspire your next room decorating and design project. room design...
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Design lesson: Playing with pattern Design lesson: Playing with pattern
Design lesson: Playing with pattern
Drapery, cushions, upholstery and bedding -- we surround ourselves with fabric. it's how we soften the hard edges of the world. although the textures and patterns you choose depend on personal taste, awareness of their impact allows you to make selections that will contribute to overall harmony....
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Design lesson: Holiday party set-up Design lesson: Holiday party set-up
Design lesson: Holiday party set-up
Yes, we all want our homes to look their best for holiday entertaining, but we also want them to function optimally. to determine if your setup works -- with the best arrangement for seating and side tables -- think back to last year. did the teenagers pull chairs away from the main area to...
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Design lesson: Outdoor holiday decorating Design lesson: Outdoor holiday decorating
Design lesson: Outdoor holiday decorating
As far back as i can remember, the task of decorating the outside of our house at christmastime fell to me and my dad. with zeal i directed my father to hang greenery and ornaments across the entire roofline and over the porch of our modest bungalow. to my child's eye, only yards of red, yellow,...
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Design lesson: Entertaining your senses Design lesson: Entertaining your senses
Design lesson: Entertaining your senses
Glasses raised mid-air for a toast, the clink of crystal, a sip of wine -- it's a familiar ritual that signals the start of a meal or other social gathering. with grace and ceremony, this effortless gesture encapsulates all five of our senses: sight, sound, touch, scent and taste. creating a...
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Design lesson: Dream kitchens Design lesson: Dream kitchens
Design lesson: Dream kitchens
With smart layouts and well-designed appliances and tools, modern kitchens increasingly level the playing field between amateur cook and gourmet chef. do you long for a gorgeous kitchen that helps you multitask effortlessly and entertain like a food network pro? task-oriented upgrades...
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Design lesson: Small is beautiful Design lesson: Small is beautiful
Design lesson: Small is beautiful
If you live in a modest-size house, condo or apartment, chances are you're keenly aware of the limitations of small-space living. don't despair: designers have a stack of tricks for making close quarters appear more spacious. the strategies below will help you make less seem like more! do...
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Design lesson: Small space strategies Design lesson: Small space strategies
Design lesson: Small space strategies
Soaring real estate prices have led to smaller houses and condos, and the need for inventive solutions to space limitations – one of the fundamental issues in design today. dare to dream big and your rooms can be a triumph of style over size. principle: built-ins and modular furniture...
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Design lesson: Bring on the sun Design lesson: Bring on the sun
Design lesson: Bring on the sun
We're never happier than when the sun is in full force. it's wonderful to feel its warmth on your face while strolling outdoors, and also very satisfying to enjoy the sunshine indoors. here are easy tips for doing just that. kimberley's guide to summer style summer style has a relaxed,...
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Design lesson: Decorating with natural materials Design lesson: Decorating with natural materials
Design lesson: Decorating with natural materials
As we edge ever closer to warmer weather, it's all i can do to resist the temptation to kick off my shoes and romp barefoot through every patch of grass i find. from manicured green lawns to tall waving beach reeds, grasses have a sensuous summertime attitude that many find highly...
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Design lesson: Back to basics Design lesson: Back to basics
Design lesson: Back to basics
Ok, i've seen trading spaces . it's fun, it's zany, you never know what will happen when the homeowners return, and most often the results are good-looking, considering the budget. however, when it comes to decorating a real room (one in your own house) with a more realistic budget (one that...
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Design lesson: Brush up on your design etiquette Design lesson: Brush up on your design etiquette
Design lesson: Brush up on your design etiquette
You've fallen in love with english country style or with flea market finds artfully displayed in a paris apartment. but then there's that mod london flat that caught your eye, and a romantic thai teak headboard you saw in the stack of design magazines by your bed. how can you realize your style...
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Trend watch: Silhouette art Trend watch: Silhouette art
Trend watch: Silhouette art
It's time to stop thinking of silhouettes in terms of black and white. paper-cut artists like los angeles-based karl johnson are bringing the centuries-old art form into contemporary decor as the must-have trend of the season. style at home: when people think of silhouettes, they often think...
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