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

Fun, comfort and warmth...decor-hog predictions for February!

If you are like myself and cannot resist adding feminine touches to your interior décor; the month of February is, the perfect opportunity to incorporate some Toile de Jouy!  

Deriving from the French word meaning linen cloth or canvas, this pattern can be added to a space in varying amounts, but always adds warmth and comfort. Take for example, (pictured above) Toile on the bedding and drapery creates contrast between the soft striped wallpaper and solid hues in the room. 

In the second image, a juxtaposition is created through colour, as well as, through the infusion of multiple patterns. By applying a beige Toile pattern to the walls and adding a striped red carpet a wonderful contrast is apparent. Step it up further with the addition of the table with its, wonderful red Toile finish decorated with bold, geometric lamps and fresh flowers and an invigorating atmosphere is visualized. While being bold is fun; don’t forget to add neutrals when incorporating multiple patterns to a space in order to create great harmony. Victoria Seguin

"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

Fun & Easy Designer Ornaments in a Snap!

Let’s face it, Christmas is just around the corner and soon enough we’ll want  the scent of all that makes the season special in our home.

I couldn't think of a better way to accentuate this season than with my designer ginger snap ornaments.  This recipe was originally a European tradition which consisted of preparing various fruit and popcorn to use as decoration for their holiday tree. My family has since modified the tradition into one where we bake cookies and decorate them to use as our one -of -a -kind, original, designer tree ornaments! It's a fun way to loosen your inner child and it makes for a excellent snack too.  

First you must find a delicious recipe for Ginger Snap cookies. Be sure not to confuse these with ginger bread because the difference lies in the flatness and firm consistency of the snap. And follow the following steps to enjoy these versatile treats.


1.   Prepare Dough.

2.   Cut into fun x-mas shapes. (tree, wreath, star, santa, snowman…)

Above: Various shapes my family has made over the years!

3.   Take a straw and make a hole at the top of the cookie before baking in order to hang on tree.

4.   Bake cookies and let them cool off when finished.

5.   Brush with corn syrup and decorate with sprinkles of your choice.

6.   String red, green or white ribbon through the hole you created before baking, tie a knot and hang on the perfect branch. Victoria Seguin