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My top 3 KBIS 2020 finds: Functional and pretty all wrapped into one

When I attended the Kitchen and Bath Show a couple of weeks ago, I saw so many wonderful products and learned so much. While this has taken me a little while to get to this post, I wanted to share my top 3 KBIS 2020 finds with you. Keep in mind, my top 3 are […]

3 Kitchen and Bath Trends for 2020: Why these stood out for me

There are many reasons I love attending the Kitchen and Bath Show. While I don’t focus too much on trends when working with private clients, it is always fun to see what the kitchen and bath trends are for 2020. Trends are especially important for me when working on investment properties. Investment properties need to […]

Wellness in Design Part Two: Function, accessibility, comfort and Joy

Last week, I talked about wellness in design focusing on ventilation (air quality) and fitness and health. This week, I want to dive into the function/accessibility as well as comfort/joy aspects of wellness in design. Function and Accessibility When it comes to designing a space, I will often talk about function first. While it’s easy […]

Wellness in Design: Why is this so important for our lives? Part One

This past week, I had the opportunity to attend KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) in Las Vegas. On the first day, I attended a panel session on wellness in design. Wellness in Design What is the first thing that pops into your head when you hear ‘wellness in design’? Veronika Miller, who is the […]

Kitchens and Baths: Sharing my KBIS 2020 experience with you.

If you ever want to see the latest and greatest for kitchens and baths, attending the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is THE place to be. I am very fortunate to be attending the show next week in Las Vegas. Now, before you all go, “Ohhhh…Las Vegas….”, you need to realize one thing. If […]

Design Hounds Influencer Awards: Honoured to nominated in the Top 100

It’s that time of year. The Design Hounds Influencer Awards contest is up and running! The entire process started in November of 2019. I am now part of a wonderful group, for the second year in a row, who is in the running for the top #designhound. A special thank you for those of you […]

An Organized Space: My top 3 tips to get it together

Ahhhh…..ringing in a new year always gets people creating New Year’s Resolutions or setting goals. Having an organized space is one request that tends to fall high on a list for many people. I find that I personally deal so much better when things are In their place. When there is no clutter. When there […]

Year In Review 2019 – Kitchens, bathrooms, and more

I always love this time of year as I take time to compile my Year in Review 2019. I feel very blessed that I get to work with amazing clients who put their trust in me to create new space(s) for them. Looking back at the numerous kitchens, baths, basements, and living spaces I have […]

Christmas Playlist: My favourite songs for the holidays

Just so you know, my blog for this week has NOTHING to do with renovating and interior design. I thought it would be fun, the last weekend before Christmas, to pull together some of my favourite Christmas songs and give a sneak peak into what’s on my Christmas playlist. I’m a huge music lover and […]

Useable gifts: My selections for you and your home

Useable gifts are gifts that I love giving and receiving. As you may already know, my own kids (aged 22 and 23) have been receiving experiences as gifts for many years. You see, they don’t need anything. This year will be no different (and that’s all I can say in case they read my blog)! […]