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Buying guide: Flush-mount light fixtures Buying guide: Flush-mount light fixtures
Buying guide: Flush-mount light fixtures
Flush-mount light fixtures have come a long way since the dreaded and over-specified builder-grade ones that look like, well, let’s face it, a boob. today’s market offers a remarkable range of versatile and stylish lighting options that’ll work for many different spaces. when buying,...
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Buying guide: Slipcovers Buying guide: Slipcovers
Buying guide: Slipcovers
Unlike their slouchy predecessors (which looked more like oversized sacks), today’s slipcovers are sophisticated and refined. like practical clothing for your furniture, they can be customized and allow for instant room reinvention at a low cost. photography courtesy of...
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Buying guide: Toss cushions Buying guide: Toss cushions
Buying guide: Toss cushions
Cushions can add so much depth, colour and texture to a room. a standard couch is uplifted with a few selected toss cushions in the latest trendy shade. a chair can be made more feminine with soft, ruffled cushions, and a bed more inviting covered with a multitude of plush cushions. not only...
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Buying guide: Throw blankets Buying guide: Throw blankets
Buying guide: Throw blankets
Is there anything more comforting that snuggling up under a super soft, large throw? we think not. throws are essential in bedrooms, dens and living rooms – they add comfort, a homey feeling and are also an easy way to add texture, colour and design trends to your home. not to mention, you...
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Buying guide: Pedestal sinks Buying guide: Pedestal sinks
Buying guide: Pedestal sinks
What goes around comes around. this year, one of the most popular bathroom trends is classic 1930s style, with the shapely silhouette of a pedestal sink as its defining piece. these vintage-inspired sinks have made a comeback and are now more popular than ever! when shopping for a pedestal...
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Buying guide: Bar carts Buying guide: Bar carts
Buying guide: Bar carts
Inspired by the new vintage aesthetic seen on popular television series like mad men, downton abbey and boardwalk empire , bar carts have become somewhat de rigueur lately. sophisticated yet quirky, stylish, practical and always ready to party, they’re the key ingredient for a fabulous...
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Buying guide: Ottomans Buying guide: Ottomans
Buying guide: Ottomans
Between juggling a hectic work schedule, chauffeuring the kids to extra-curricular activities and running a household, it can be difficult to find a moment for yourself. introducing a stylish ottoman to the home, however, can serve as a bright reminder that taking time to relax is equally...
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Buying guide: The truth about thread count Buying guide: The truth about thread count
Buying guide: The truth about thread count
Is there anything better than sliding into a bed laden with good quality sheets? at the end of the day, i can't wait to stretch out under my fresh, soft covers and nestle my face into a good cotton-covered pillow . we spend a third of our lives in bed so quality sheets are key, but how do you...
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Buying guide: Throw pillows Buying guide: Throw pillows
Buying guide: Throw pillows
Imagine a black dress, then imagine the variety of accessories you can add for different looks -- long strings of pearls, shimmering diamonds, piles of costume jewelry in bright lacquer. so it goes with throw pillows. the same tailored neutral room can go from plain to fabulous with the mere...
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How to give antiques as wedding gifts How to give antiques as wedding gifts
How to give antiques as wedding gifts
Finding the perfect, unique gift toronto phd student, nicola spunt, faced a tough decision. her oldest friend was getting married and the perfect wedding gift eluded her. she wanted something unique and memorable. but what? for many of us wedding veterans, spunt’s dilemma inspires empathetic...
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What's new in washing machines What's new in washing machines
What's new in washing machines
1 green thinking bosch’s new vision washing machine stays one step ahead when it comes to energy conservation. a network of sensors analyzes each wash cycle from start to finish and automatically adjusts the water level, temperature and soap amount to ensure every laundry load is an...
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The basics of buying art The basics of buying art
The basics of buying art
There comes a time in everyone's life when buying prints at mass market stores just doesn't cut it anymore. sure, they may look nice, but your heart will sink when you see the same print on three of your friends' walls, too. starting an art collection may seem like an expensive and daunting...
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How to: Buy antiques and collectibles as gifts How to: Buy antiques and collectibles as gifts
How to: Buy antiques and collectibles as gifts
Buying a gift for some people on your holiday list is a breeze—timmy wants a boxcar for his wooden train set, mom's desperate for the latest p.d. james thriller, cousin mary wants clothing gift certificates. others, however, can prove much tougher. why not focus on a loved one's hobby,...
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Buying guide: Chandeliers Buying guide: Chandeliers
Buying guide: Chandeliers
Chandeliers add an elegant touch to any room in the house. in recent years, we've seen them take flight in grand kitchens, feminine baths and whimsical kids' rooms , in addition to the formal foyers and dining rooms where they've traditionally held court. here's what you should know if...
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Buying guide: Washer/dryer pairs Buying guide: Washer/dryer pairs
Buying guide: Washer/dryer pairs
Once upon a time, laundry duos were the wallflowers of the home appliance world. about a decade ago, however, they stepped from the shadows to become one of the more glam big-ticket purchases in the home. driven in part by the rise in main-floor laundry rooms (plus, lofts and condos), many...
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Buying guide: Dining tables Buying guide: Dining tables
Buying guide: Dining tables
Dining tables are scene-stealers in any home. taking pride of place in what’s usually the most formal room of the house, or grounding the scene in an open-plan living/ dining space , the dining table is more than just a place to eat. it represents friendship, love and welcome. finding the...
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Buying guide: Showerheads Buying guide: Showerheads
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Buying guide: Coffeemakers Buying guide: Coffeemakers
Buying guide: Coffeemakers
A starbucks or timmy's habit notwithstanding, most canadians consider a good home coffeemaker to be a kitchen must-have. but with coffeemakers at every price point and available almost anywhere (including at your local starbucks or tim's!), how can you zero in on the best one for your home?...
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Buying guide: Microwave ovens Buying guide: Microwave ovens
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Buying guide: Kitchen tables Buying guide: Kitchen tables
Buying guide: Kitchen tables
The perfect kitchen table is equal parts work space and social spot. today’s kitchen is very much the hub of the home, and the right table provides a spot for friends to chat, lovers to enjoy a sunday morning latte and newspaper, families to hang out together during the evening...
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Buying guide: Chaise longue Buying guide: Chaise longue
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Buying guide: Coffee tables Buying guide: Coffee tables
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Buying guide: Home office chairs Buying guide: Home office chairs
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Buying guide: Sofas Buying guide: Sofas
Buying guide: Sofas
Some people have the luxury of replacing their sofas as often as they paint. but if you're not one of those people, this is an investment that requires not just some savings, but some planning as well. what size sofa are you looking for? do you need a large sectional to accommodate kids, dogs and...
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When I look at a room, it's the personal touches like artwork and travel memetoes that elevate a space from generic to genuine. I'll take a house adorned with books, family photographs and decorative accessories any day over a cookie-cutter interior that's perfectly and pristinely furnished with basic pieces... I believe that a home should reflect the people who own it.
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