I LOVE to walk the floor at Elte, the storied Toronto retailer of fine décor and design. I know I’ll see beautiful pieces from designers and craftspeople from around the …
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Art and Inspiration
How to use distinctive stone surfaces to create design drama
Busy week, so just enough time to offer a sneak peek of some of the strikingly lovely stone surfaces I’ve come across over the last few days. I rolled them …
How to use classic lamps to solve common lighting problems
Here’s a quick fun thing if you’re looking to goof around online for few minutes. Let’s consider two examples of classic lamps reimagined by Montreal-based Globe Electric, which makes affordable …
Abstract art right at home in a low-pressure setting
Don’t get me wrong—I love writing about my usual stuff—paint, wallpaper, and pillows. It’s just that some days, I’m hungry for something just a little more substantial. That’s why I …
Deep and delicious colour tones lend new flavour to decor
Benjamin Moore is betting that homeowners are ready to bring colour back into their decor, and take a step outside their colour comfort zones. It led the charge with its …
