What I have learned working with Tina
As I wind down my time in Vancouver I find I have been in reflection mode a lot. Moving cities brings with it a multitude of emotions that need to be worked through. There is excitement beyond measure at the changes ahead; I find myself dreaming of lounging in my new back garden and finding new little coffee spots and walking along the breakwater and there are also wistful moments as I think about leaving my beloved family and friends....
Dual Purpose Furniture
Small space living calls for furniture that can be used for one than one function. These can be pieces that fold, morph, stack, rotate, expand, or collapse to make the most of the square-footage you're working with. Whether you are downsizing, starting out, or have a funky floor-plan, being able to efficiently use the space you have is a serious skill! Below we scoured our favourite sources of internet inspiration for a few examples on creative ways to make use...
From the Archives: Chickpea and Chicken Curry
The following recipe is one of our all-time favourites!! (You know...
From the Archives: Prepping the Deck
Summer is here! ...
From the Archives: Design Concept Board (aka: The Fun Stuff!)
Often, it is difficult to determine how to start a big design project. After years of experience and many, many, many projects-- we always come back to one of the best, and in our opinion the most fun, strategy: a concept board. Whether you're thinking about working with us for eDesign, starting a small interior design project on your own, or just curious about your design style-- creating a concept board is a no-commitment experiment that always ALWAYS helps us...
Inspiration: India
My partner and I came up with a travel list-places we want to go in this crazy world-- from the most adventurous to the most relaxed. India has been on the top of the list. I also decided I wanted to do a big trip with each of my now adult kids and their partner. We travelled a lot as a family when the kids were all still at home but now that they are all at university, traveling together...
Easter Décor and Menu
It’s March. In fact, today is the first day of spring! It seems every time I blink these days another season or another holiday is upon us...
We interrupt this program…
Sometimes we feel called to say more about what is going on in our lives than meets the eye. All our blogs are about home and design and all things pretty, but today I wanted to just do a one off where I riff about…life!It’s a rainy January day and today, and even for the last little while, I am finding myself in a contemplative state. What does this New Year hold for any of us? We can think of...
Fall Style Picks
As the weather shifts from the radiance of the summer sun to the darker rainy mornings of October, we recognize our wardrobes need a shift as well. So what to wear? We have a few ideas to spur your own creativity and imagination with your attire. Weekend Getaway by brooke123-817 featuring avon shoes Cut loose top 27 CAD - zaful.comAvon shoes 31 CAD - avon.comCÉLINE pocket tote 3,180 CAD - shopunder.com Weekend tank tops and flip flops have to be retired for another year as our soft cozy sweaters make their way...
Pillows Pillows Pillows!
Ok, I admit it. I have a pet peeve about pillows. As I scroll through images on Pinterest or Instagram or some furniture store displays, I come across sofas and beds with real pillow issues! Too big, too many, weird proportions...