by Elaine Williamson Interior design, like fashion, is as an ever-changing industry. Styles, materials, furnishings and décor similarly follow trends and seasons. Good interior design will provide flexibility and scalability, allowing a home or business owner to remain current in its aesthetic. Interior design and décor trends change with every season, but with a strategic [...]

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Moving into a brand new home is an exciting opportunity to start fresh and get organized. By taking a few simple actions now, you can create the relaxing retreat you’ve always dreamed of. Step One: Purge ruthlessly Just because you’re moving into a larger space does not mean you need to bring the posters that [...]

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  A majority (63 per cent) of Canadian renovators plan to take advantage of the federal government’s home renovation tax credit this year and close to half (47 per cent) have done more renovations because of the tax break, according to a new RBC study. The survey, conducted by Ipsos Reid, also found that three [...]

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When internationally famed Scottish design gurus Colin Ryan and Justin McAllister of the TV show Home Heist accept laminate flooring, you know it has come a long way, baby. But that’s precisely what they did in a recent column in the Toronto Star, wherein they noted that Buckingham Palace boasts laminate flooring. And if it’s [...]

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  More and more homeowners are upgrading their properties with an eye to sell quickly and for top dollar. “Today’s buyers are attracted to move-in ready homes – especially those who lead hectic lives and are accustomed to upgrades. The days of buying a home to fix up have faded,” explains Greater Toronto Area realtor, [...]

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Stylish extras give your guests the impression they have stepped into a gourmet kitchen, even if you’re not a gourmet chef. Create a culinary masterpiece with the latest upscale kitchen products that not only cater to your sense of style, but to your sense of taste as well. Kitchen Aids Dramatic kitchen statements can be [...]

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In these tough economic times many Canadians are choosing to forego their massive kitchen remodeling plans in favour of more cost-effective solutions. Experts agree that by simply installing new countertops your kitchen can take on a whole new look and feel, while qualifying for government tax credits. According to Mark Hanna, President of Montreal-based Leeza [...]

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    The new Metra corner model will add to the the more than 100 sink models currently available in Silgranit and will initially be available in the company’s most popular Silgranit colour, Anthracite as well as the newest colour, Silk grey. It will also expand the company’s offering of corner sink models which includes [...]

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