Size Does Count!

In today's city real estate landscape Toronto developers are maximizing vertical space and so are leading interior designer!

Particularly, if your limited on square footage accentuating the vertical is a fantastic way to add the illusion of extra space.  Similar to a large scale painting, an accent wall draws your eye and attention to a particular area in a room. 

As pictured above-Lace embellishments on plane grounds, large scale prints and eye popping patterns are this seasons cutting-edge accent for the pint-sized space!  Drama is a decorator's secret ingredient in any evolved interior design scheme. 

Why not use a striking pattern that will leave your guests talking for days? Using a boldly patterned element is a key of-the-moment, lux aesthetic and it will really give your room a great focal point! Transforming an area from boring to beautiful while adding visual depth, interest and the illusion of more space to your decor- that extra something that will invite viewers to forget about size and only remember the elements.  Charmaine Wynter

Funky renewed bookcases… rejuvenate your displays with colour!

Stylish and sustainable furnishings that work well in both classic and contemporary spaces can extend your budget. We went vintage store shopping and found bookcases that optimizing vertical space.  We redesigned them with a splash of colour to expose the displayed elements to their best advantage.

Follow theses tips and you can do the same with the back of a bookcase, an armoire or even a simple cabinet. 

Above-Here the colour appliqué allows the display to pop rather than blending in with the rest of the room. 

Above- Check out this bookcase with wallpaper backing; it takes the piece from lackluster to wow! Allowing the items on display to stand out and be noticed.  

Above-The unique honeycombed compartments of this piece are outlined in gold while the interior is painted a funky Coral. Tatjana Emers

Taking Control of the night!

There is nothing worse than blinding spotlights during what is supposed to be  a relaxing late night dinner; so when decorating your space don’t forget about light control.  

Above a charming Coral patterned lace wallpaper

expertly set off teal hued velvet upholstered chairs.

Your choice in lighting for a room can play a huge part in the resulting feel.  Just because having ample amount of general lighting in a room is essential, doesn’t mean the full wattage is suitable for all occasions. Above- wall sconces, pot lighting and a Coral shell chandelier offer a mixture of light levels.

For instance, if you want to dine in intimacy even if it's a gathering of eight; opt for a dimmer switch for your fixture. 

This dramatic hall pendent fixture offers presence in scale, color and whimsy.

A dimmer's ability to control the intensity of  your room illumination will create an intimate and leisurely atmosphere or a faster paced eating experience. Laura Nikolevski

Coral makes a long awaited return…

Polished yet relaxed spaces are on trend for the season ahead;Tatjana Emers shows you how to: 

Add edge to your interior using the color Coral

A Coral & Blue scheme visually grounded by Grey create 

a relaxed sophisticated look (above)

This warm hue, related to the red, orange color families can add energy and a punch of happiness to any space. Pictured here: It is paired with Blue and the Grey acts as a relevant neutral.  What an excellent marriage of colour and a wonderful balance between cool and warm hues.

Even masculine spaces can make use of a touch of coral; below, an overtly manly interior palette is softened by the addition of Coral hued accents.
 

Coral, a hue that’s sometimes pinky orange and other times yellowy orange, can best be viewed in nature...the color found inside a conch shell, or one of the many hues in a sunset definitely introduces a chic twist to any room design. Tatjana Emers

From Bland to Grand room wows as fast as you can blink.

Have the compliments stopped?  When you enter your rooms have the tingles disappeared?
Then it is time to alter your interior! 

BM gloss paint make this monochromatic hall work!

In this article I’ve highlighted updates that will take your space from bland to grand in a blink.

Bright, dazzling hues take on a staring role in interior design 

this year. Walls in Phillip Jefferies Lacquered wallpaper-Above

#1. Add Red
Its hot on the runways so that makes it hot for home fashion- by itself it or as impactful update. Layered with other red's it has a sophisticated vivid impact. And paired with brights it makes your rooms sing!

3 dimensional rose petal mural adds contemporary whimsy.

#2.  Go Bold
Whether in pattern or color bold is the where it’s at- freshen tired floral wallpapers from 1980's era by selecting hand painted or 3 dimensional larger than life styles for your walls. " As seen above, I love the GRAPHIC look of the mural; without being loud and overpowering it adds interest and energy to the space." Tatjana Emer

A red accent wall wakes up a neutral schemed living room

#3. Accessorize Accessorize
The more unexpected the better- toss out the tired tone on tone accents -introduce large patterns that create instant room wow! Charmaine Wynter