Countertop Installation Day is an exciting day for any homeowner. You get to see a large part of your kitchen transform before your eyes! Long before the countertop goes in, we need to decide on what type of material to use for your countertop. We have a number of amazing local vendors who are well […]

One of the quickest transformations that can happen in a renovation is the cabinetry installation. If you have a good cabinetry installer, the process can be completed in as little as 1-3 days of work. One of our favourite custom cabinet makers/installers is Waygood’s Kitchens Inc. Whether you are going fully custom, partially custom, or […]

While every renovation and new build is different, one thing you can count on being the same is that painting will be involved! This can be a (relatively) quick and inexpensive way to revamp an old space or add life to your home. Interior Designers love using paint to enhance a space, add personality or […]

If you have been following along with our What To Expect Series from the beginning, you can probably tell by now that we are big fans of going custom. This is because the options are nearly endless for what you can do, and you can create the exact look you are after that is customized […]

As designers, we strive to make each home as unique as our clients. This task is not so easy if we always resorted to retail and big box stores which is why we LOVE doing custom furniture. Not only can our clients decide on fabric type, pattern, and colour, but they can also often customize […]

Whether your renovation is off to a good start, or you’re planning a smaller scale project, planning your decorating project is an essential step to get that finished look that we are all after. We believe that homeowners should plan for finishing each space to completion including furniture and decorating so that you can truly […]

Once the framing is complete, it is time to work on the rough-ins. This phase can definitely seem to take a while, but proper planning and knowledge of your end goal can help you save money and ensure you get what you truly want out of your renovation. Next week we will dive into planning […]

You’ve heard of landscape design, but did you know that hardscape design is something that an interior designer can help you with? Unlike the softscape portion of landscape design, which involves plants, trees, shrubs etc., hardscape design focuses on the “hard” materials that will last for many years such as stone, brick, facades, brickwork, walkways, […]

Whether you are planning a large renovation, a new build, or even a smaller renovation, you will likely encounter some framing that needs to be completed. Framing can be structural or non-structural, but doing it properly is crucial to starting your project off right. Below is more information on types of framing, why it is […]

When embarking on a large renovation, there is usually some demolition involved. While this stage can sometimes happen quite quickly, there are some situations where it can be delayed and the cost can increase. As interior designers, we do not deal with the demolition ourselves, rather, that is the responsibility of your General Contractor. We […]