The Rustic Feel

There is no doubt about it that the rustic, and salvaged wood furniture pieces are what  people are after...so hot right now!

This cool adjustable table had a base which allows the table to go up and down, and while everyone has fun guessing what it is from, the builder also does not know the origin. His guess is that it was from a piece of machinery. The salvaged wood tables also give that perfect mix of rustic and modern with its salvaged top, and sleek base.

Not looking to spend a fortune?

These pieces give off that rustic feel without breaking the bank! readily available, Any of these accents will give that perfect barnyard touch to your space. 

"Here! Take My Seat"

Tired of feeling like guests are always fighting for a seat when you invite them over?

I have been to so many parties where as fun as it is to all stand around in the kitchen, I just want to sit down! The reason people often stand around in a condo is because there is often not enough room for everyone to take a seat. Let's maximize our comfortable guests by bringing the party into the living or dining area and having additional seating for all.

These little stools are easy to fit around your condo, use them in your entrance way, in the corner of your living room or bedroom, or as a coffee table. Then, when your friends come over- let them rest! Position them around the living area or add to the dining table, and Viola! I have 2 myself as my coffee table, and I never fear my tiny condo is too tiny for a party :)

Light It Up

When moving and designing your home it's so easy to get caught up in the big, obvious pieces.  By the time you've picked out a sofa, coffee table, dining table, bed... Something like a light fixture can easily go overlooked.  If it works and lights up a dark space, it can wait.  From personal experience (other than my kitchen, my place still has no ceiling lights and I've been living there for three years) I know that this wait can be a long one.

So, I'm on the hunt for new lighting.  Looking at beautiful interiors I am always drawn to the lighting, probably because it makes a subtle but strong impact.  I still haven't decided if I want something simple and sleek or a big statement-maker.  I've posted some of my favourite so far.

Wallpaper is Back!

Go for a subtle print in a bedroom or to create a light and airy space.

We currently feature this peacock feather wallpaper in our showroom!

Create a bold statement with a bright colour.

A strong and masculine pattern works well in a living room or den.

Classic prints work in any room and don't go out of style.

Why not try something different on a few walls?  It disappeared for a while sometime in the 90s, but these days wallpaper is back in a modern way.  What's really great  is that it easily spruces up a wall with a pattern or design.  A bold coloured wallpaper on one wall can be a really cool accent piece and a simple pattern on several walls can bring together a room or open-concept space.