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As we trade twinkling lights and holiday excitement for the new year, it’s difficult to resist the idea of a fresh beginning! Although I love setting 90-day goals throughout the year, there is something special about the promise of January. To me, it’s the perfect time to curate a list of things I’d like to […]

Creating a relaxing night at home is one of my absolute favourite things. Snuggling up with a cozy blanket next to the crackling fire, lights dimmed, candles burning, a good book or movie on, and yummy snacks by my side… ahhh. In my opinion, that comforting feeling is what home is all about, and it’s […]

At the beginning of this year, I declared that 2022 would be my “year of fun.” Unfortunately, things did not go as I anticipated. Puppy training, months of sickness, and unfortunate long-lasting health issues brought the exact opposite. Such a bummer. Even though this year did not pan out as expected, it has still been […]

Furnishing a home is difficult for most people. In my experience, homeowners often spend years rearranging furniture — or purchasing new items one by one — in an effort to create the design they want. Few ever feel that their homes are finished or that they have achieved the look, feel, and function they were […]

Creating a cozy home is more than just adding a few fuzzy throw blankets here and there. Coziness is a feeling. Similar to a warm, comforting hug, or your favourite sweater on a crisp autumn morning, your home should embrace you, welcome you, and evoke pure delight. So what’s the secret to creating a cozy […]

Being a business owner is a journey that involves wearing many hats. Between balancing work and life, pricing your goods and services, and managing growth, it can become far too easy to get engulfed in endless day-to-day tasks. Before you know it, you’re swimming in a sea of to-do lists, teetering on the brink of […]

From your kitchen to your bedroom, lighting plays an essential role in the design of your home. Much like pairing jewelry with your favourite outfit, lighting can be statement-making or play a simple yet stunning supporting role. Either way, making the proper selection will significantly impact the overall mood. When it comes down to it, […]

What is pre-luxury interior design? To answer that question, let’s first talk about what it isn’t. Pre-luxury design isn’t about creating homes that look or feel overly precious. Instead, it’s about finding that perfect balance of beautiful style, long-lasting quality, and livable functionality. Why am I telling you this? Because most people assume that you […]

Ready or not…back-to-school season has officially arrived! If you’re anything like our family, you’ve been making the most of summertime by indulging in travel, lunchtime picnics, and evenings roasting marshmallows. But now, it’s time to welcome routine back into our lives and homes. Finding the balance between soaking up those precious last few weeks with […]

Custom furniture is one of my favourite items to source for our clients’ homes. No matter which way you look at it, there are huge advantages when compared to retail showroom options. In fact, going custom is the reason my furniture survived this Sharpie marker fiasco! So, what’s the difference? And is custom furniture really […]

Gorgeous bouquets, mouth-watering pastries, and the heavenly aroma of freshly roasting coffee beans? There’s no doubt about it… You’re inside Olivia’s Garden, a boutique coffee shop and floral studio in Toronto. But let’s be honest, custom florals and specialty beverages aren’t the only things drawing visitors through the door… The interiors are stunning (if we do […]

I love giving you a behind-the-scenes look, so today, I thought it would be fun to bring you through what my typical day looks like. Am I always out shopping? Creating beautiful colour palettes? Fluffing pillows? Not quite… Designing a Career that Fits My Life Over the years, I’ve learned that in order to enjoy […]