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

Adding Christmas sparkle to your decor is easy as 1, 2, 3!

If you're like me and not one for all the bright colours this holiday season, think about creating a festive interior by adding subtle touches with sparkle and shine that you can introduce into any room in your home.

This toss cushion is from our very own DSB

ONE… Take for instance the above toss cushion that is embellished with beads for its bling. The sheen draws the eye without the need for color; and instantly A touch of sparkle and glamour are added into your decorating style.

TWO… add reflective surface such as accessories with metallics and glass. They reflect light and add shine to your space, thus doubling their design impact!  Much like the pictured candelabra placed atop a mirrored tray effortlessly increases holiday cheer.

THREE…"The best way I increase visual impact whilst using less items is to increase the size of an object so go for oversized evergreen arrangements that have huge visual presence"Charmaine Wynter The old adage…less is more applies here. Use less pieces, but make them spectacular in impact!   Tatjana Emer

"Green" Designer holiday stylish updates!

This holiday season, I've decided to try something more natural... 

Fine bamboo linen throw is an Eco conscious solution to warm with

Organically inspired if you would. Why not join me by adding style to your space with greenery?  So what will you use instead of the usual holiday tinsel and fluff? 

1. Try pinecones, cedar branches, eucalyptus leaves and potted plants such as succulents or paper white bulbs  to adorn your fireplace mantle.  

2. Combine this effort with other natural elements such as wooden close pegs displaying cherished family snapshots in black-and-white for a vintage vibe or sepia for a  monochromatic palette. Also incorporate subtle touches of texture like a white ribbon or natural colored twine ornaments. 

3. Intermix dried fruits such as, pomegranate's, orange rounds, lemons and limes wedges and your mantle top will be fragrant, as well as, appealing to all your senses. 

Now don't stop your holiday decorating there pictured is a gorgeous bedroom made festive with natural elements draped atop of the headboard adding a distinctive luxurious sensory experience to the pop of white added to the blue, gold and green bedroom color scheme. Tatjana Emer