Saturday 2 June 2012

Bring on the Rain!


Last week, I bought a new pair of summer shoes. Tan-leather strappy wedges. Excited to head to a patio this weekend sporting my new purchase, my plans were quickly halted with the monsoon that poured down on Toronto. My precious new shoes wouldn’t leave their box--and I felt a bit caged in inside my condo.


But then again, staying inside for a night isn’t so bad. Here are a few things to do on a rainy night in your condo.

Clean up. I know cleaning may not be the most exciting thing to do—but having a nice clean space will make the rest of the night more enjoyable and relaxing. Put on some fun tunes, grab the swiffer, and give your condo a blitz.

Re-decorate. When it’s rainy (and the subway is flooded!), it’s hard to come and visit us at Condobox to purchase a few new pieces or get some design advice. But, there are lots of ways to give your space new energy with things you already have. Swap over photographs in your picture frames; change the throw blanket on your sofa; throw away wilting flowers and replace them with new flowers or an accent piece, re-organize your closet and shoe rack.

Make dinner. I have a bit of a habit of eating out—and being very lazy about making food when I’m staying in (too many nights of munching on quick eats like salsa and dip). If you have the time, make something delicious. Take the time to cut up the ingredients with care and present your dish with style.

Get cozy. Light some candles. Snuggle up in your favorite pj’s. Paint your nails. Read that trashy magazine you picked up at the gym. Set up a pinterest account. Enjoy the slow pace of a rainy evening at home. 




Thursday 24 May 2012

Condobox - Winner of .CA Impact Award!



We are honoured and so excited to have received the.CA Impact Award for small business this year! Today, Joanna Kakkavas, the Founder and CEO of Condobox, received the award at the MESH conference in Toronto.


The .CA Impact Awards annually recognizes four organizations that use their .CA website to make a positive impact in their community. This year, over 800 applications for the award were received.

Saturday 19 May 2012

Custom Closets - one of the best investments in a small space



There’s nothing that depreciates a small room like clutter does!  Custom-made closets are one of the best investments in small spaces.  They provide storage and keep it organized!  This not only makes the room look better, it also makes it more functional.  See our tips on becomingclutter-free this spring, and come by our showroom to talk to a CX designer about custom closets to find the best option for you!

Sunday 13 May 2012

How can I make a small kitchen function best?

Christine, our first new Facebook 'like' won the opportunity to ask a CX Designer a question. Here is what she asked:
"How can I make a small kitchen function best?"


Many of our clients crave more counter space in their kitchens and an extendable dining room table that can comfortably sit 4-6 people. In cases like this we usually suggest two options.

1. A free standing island provides both casual seating with stools as well as extra counter space. When hosting a party, the island can also be transformed into a bar. A white lacquer island (like in the picture below) with clean lines will add a modern feel to your space.


Thursday 10 May 2012

Like us and ask a Design Question!

Curious about smart storage solutions for Condos? Need help with colours? 


CX Designers want you to hear from you!


The first 100 new people to LIKE us on Facebook have the opportunity to ask a CX Designer a tough design question. Questions can be e-mailed to bronwyn@condobox.ca. Answers will be posted to Facebook and Twitter - stay tuned!