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RENO & DECOR - Oct/Nov2021
A line-up of high-profile speakers from across the Kitchen, Bath, Stone, and Lighting industry is set to take part in the KBC Expo 2021 educational program that will run alongside the main exhibition on the first two days of the show. It is the first live event of its kind to take place in Canada. The program includes a two-day topical conference offering a fuse of 8 presentations and panel-led sessions taking place on October 27 and 28.
Active Life - Nov 6 - Feb 12, 2022
Latest News The award-winning Active Life is your guide to new homes in adult-lifestyle communities across Ontario, with detailed colour-coded maps/charts. SHARE Between the blue waters and the green mountains, you will find Collingwood's newest condominium, Royal Windsor at Balmoral Village. A dramatically altered new normal is coming to the film business – in how and who makes the films and how and why we will watch them.
How Kitchen + Bath Canada is rocking its seminars
Oct. 4, 2021 By Melissa Tossell Members of the design industry may have seen ads on nexthome.ca and elsewhere on the Internet for this brand new in-person trade show – Kitchen + Bath Canada – and noted it and moved on, and maybe dismissed it. What you may not know is the intelligence and love going on behind the scenes to create something great in the trade show space. Don’t worry, this isn’t going to be the whole article, just some context.
What designers can do to improve circadian rhythms
Oct. 4, 2021 By Linda Kafka Designers have an essential role to play in the health and wellness of their clients. From high indoor air and water quality to comfort, fitness, adequate nourishment, and a positive mindset – a designer has tremendous opportunities to help the building users lead a happy and healthy life. Apart from the above, another major aspect of wellness is the circadian rhythm that intends to harmonize our internal clocks with the immediate surroundings.
Register for IDC’s 2021 Design Symposium
Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) invites members and industry leaders across North America and the globe to learn, engage, and network at the virtual 2021 IDC Design Symposium – Building Resilience through Empathy on Oct. 13 and 14, 2021. The two-day event features a program of in-depth education, award presentation, workshop participation, the PROpel Emerging Leaders program, and inspiring keynote presentations.
IDC’s Industry Sales Professionals Course series returns
Latest News IDC’s popular Industry Sales Professionals Course (ISPC) series is kicking off again in October, and will be held in a hybrid format, offering limited in-person participation to GTA-based IDC members – interior designers, students, and interns – for a chance to network and connect at Midgley Tecnica’s Toronto showroom. The panels will also be broadcast virtually to everyone who registers for the online course.
The five sense take centre stage at the third annual LivABLE Design Summit this fall
Oct. 4, 2021 By Linda Kafka Now in its third incarnation, the LivABLE Design Summit will take the residential building sector on a sensorial journey. The three-day virtual trade event, which takes place from Oct. 27 to 29, will explore the benefits of creating mindful sensory spaces in the home by merging the worlds of breakthrough science with the power of design.
Your decor studio – how to plan customizations to increase your profit - myhomepage.ca
Oct. 4, 2021 By Yasmine Goodwin Third in a series of six Balancing homebuyer satisfaction and profitability is a difficult part of any production building project. You want the buyer to desire the customizations you offer, but you also have to make some tough business decisions to protect your own bottom line. Here are a few tips to help you provide homebuyers with structural customizations to their homes in a controlled way that will increase your profit.
HOMES Magazine Oct 9 - Nov 6
This year, especially, important causes and charities need help more than ever, with fundraising significantly affected by the pandemic. This Saturday, Sept. 12 marks the Weekend to Conquer Cancer, and once again, as she has done for the last 14 years, new home industry marketing executive Linda O’Connor of Ryan Design International is participating in honour of her friend, Missy Daiter. “Missy was an incredibly warm, caring and generous person,” O’Connor says.
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5 fall decor updates
Latest News Sep. 23, 2021 By Sara Duck Accent colour Photo: Laura Miller “Introducing pops of colour brings in unexpected personality and energy into a room, especially in a backdrop of monochromatic warm tones. It energizes the home as we used here. Lively and more memorable moments come from adding in touches of colour within a more neutral background” – Designer Kate Davidson, Kate + Co Design Inc.
Transform your kitchen with Samsung Bespoke
Latest News SPONSORED CONTENT For generations, Canadians have customized refrigerators by covering them in magnets and photos, the doors a kind of a blank canvas. Now, new Samsung Bespoke Refrigerators take that instinct to customize to the next level, turning the heart of the home into a showstopper. Samsung Bespoke Refrigerators offer a unique blend of personalized aesthetics with premium refrigeration.
Pesto Milk Buns - myhomepage.ca
Latest News Top Chef Canada: All-Stars winner, Chef Nicole Gomes teams up with Kitchen Aid and their trusty Stand Mixer to create a delicious recipe you can recreate at home.
Bathroom Budget Basics
Sep. 17, 2021 By Diana Rose A bathroom renovation is costly, time-consuming and inconvenient on a good day. Still, the results are worth the investment when you consider your return in terms of personal enjoyment and future resale value. And if you carry out the project correctly, it can be a smooth and seamless process. As a designer, here are some things I’ve learned first-hand about bathroom renovations. Every good design starts with a clear set of priorities What is your goal for the renovation?
Perfecting the Powder Room
Sep. 17, 2021 By Michelle Berwick Photos Larry Arnal Powder rooms are generally our little sanctuaries where we stop in only for a brief time. But this doesn’t mean that they should be forgotten and overlooked. On the contrary, they can make a stylish and bold statement that complements the vibe and flow of the rest of your home. As a designer, one of my favorite spaces to tackle is the powder room, as this little jewel is where homeowners are often willing to take a risk.
5 Tips for a Healthy Bathroom
Sep. 17, 2021 By Sarah Walker 1. Lay the right foundation Bathrooms can be centres for self-care, but they can also be hotspots for health issues if not built properly. Prevent issues with mould and mildew by using a Schluter shower system to ensure a completely sealed envelope for your wet room. Planning for excellent ventilation is another top priority. Further, hire a licensed plumber to ensure there are no hidden leaks behind the walls after your fixtures are installed. 2.
Kitchen+Bath Canada 2021 Team and its Advisory Committee unveils the Conference Program
Sep. 13, 2021 By NextHome A line-up of high-profile speakers from across the Kitchen, Bath, Stone, and Lighting industry is set to take part in the KBC Expo 2021 educational program that will run alongside the main exhibition on the first two days of the show. It is the first live event of its kind to take place in Canada. The program includes a two-day topical conference offering a fuse of 8 presentations and panel-led sessions taking place on October 27 and 28.
How to tackle an old staircase
Sep. 3, 2021 By Stephanie Gray Our most recent reno project was small by comparison to everything else we’ve done, but I’m still in awe of how big of an impact it’s made. The very first thing you see when you walk into our house is the staircase leading upstairs. With its original 100-year-old-plus railing, the only TLC it’s had over the decades is a few coats of paint and a runner. By the time we arrived, both had seen better days.
4 colourful gardening ideas
Sep. 3, 2021 By Mark Cullen & Ben Cullen When your hanging baskets are hanging just a little more than you want, and your petunias have gone stringy, it’s time to assess a sprucing-up – think about replacing them with reliable fall blooming plants. Here are our top perennials for fall colour: 1. New England asters The cultivated varieties are related to the native plant, only they flower longer, and the blooms are arranged in tight masstes for best effect. Butterflies love these, too.
80s style home gets a gorgeous update
Sep. 3, 2021 By Tracy Clipsham Images by Kelly Horkoff When clients from Toronto approached me with the idea of transforming a dated 1980s style home into an urban and rustic abode, I knew I had my work cut out for me, but I was up for the challenge. I wanted to keep the charm and feel of a Niagara-on-the- Lake home, but infuse both clients’ personalities and style into the space.
Green Space, A kitchen and open-concept living space gets a modern update
Sep. 3, 2021 By Brittney Traver After purchasing our home from my grandmother in the fall of 2019, it was time to update the main floor. The kitchen is the heart of the home, and this one was in desperate need of a revamp. The open concept was a must with plenty of storage for our family of four. When it came time to design the kitchen, incorporating a bold colour was at the top of my list. Being an artist and interior decorator, I needed the space to feel bright and inviting.
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Questions to Ask the Landlord
Sponsored Content For millions of people, rental property is a convenient, affordable alternative to homeownership. However, it does come with its own set of caveats, challenges, and restrictions. Want to make sure you don’t end up agreeing to something you’ll regret? Here are some key questions to ask your landlord the next time you’re out looking at apartments or houses for rent in Austin, TX. How Much Is Rent & What Does It Include?
5 Things You Need to Know Before Making an Offer on a Condo in Canada
Latest News Sponsored Content Buying a condo is a lot different than buying a single-family home. Rather than owning property yourself, you own the inside of your unit, but collectively own all common areas with the other owners. Before you make an offer on a condo, there are five important factors you should understand to make sure it’s the best investment for you. Negotiate the Best Mortgage Rate Before you buy a condo, make sure you have mortgage pre-approval.
MOTEL MAKEOVER -THE JUNE- NEW NETFLIX SERIES
Latest News Aug. 19, 2021 By Sara Duck Do you enjoy a good renovation show? Then you will love Motel Makeover streaming on Netflix today. Follow along as co-founders April Brown and Sarah Sklash transform a run-down roadside motel into Sauble Beach’s coolest place to stay, The June. Recently, we had the chance to stay there and fell in love with all the design details. The 1970s surf style will have you swooning while the laid-back vibe will have you saying yes to rosé all day.
Outdoor living areas becoming more popular – and designers are building some beautiful spaces - myhomepage.ca
Latest News Designers involved in outdoor living areas are seeing an increase in their volume of outdoor living projects compared to pre-COVID. Homeowners are upgrading or creating new outdoor living spaces that include outdoor kitchens, patio/deck areas or screened-in porches/three-season rooms. Top homeowner needs for outdoor living areas include an enhanced seating area, outdoor kitchen, fireplace/fire pit and protection from the weather for extended usage.
5 Fall decor trends
Latest News Aug. 18, 2021 By Bilha Kangethe We have seen an evolution in interior trends in the past two years. Have you noticed it, too? Our world was plagued with uncertainty and, in turn, so have our interiors. Furniture and decor were all about comfort, clean lines and organic textures to counterbalance the cataclysmic world events and create a connection to the outdoors that we could not access like we used to.
IDC celebrates Indigenous Interior Designers
Aug. 5, 2021 By IDC Staff By IDC staff Wanda Dalla Costa Founder and Principal of Tawaw Architecture Collective and Professor of Indigenous Architecture at Arizona State University. Wanda Dalla Costa is a member of the Saddle Lake Cree Nation and is the first First Nations woman to become a registered architect in Canada.
How designers impact the health of their clients
Aug. 5, 2021 By Linda Kafka By Linda Kafka, WELL AP, CLIPP, CAPS The successful architectural and interior design of today and tomorrow largely depend upon the health and wellness of its users. If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the benefits of family and moreover, their health and well-being. And who better is it in the hands of if not architects and designers?
Kitchen+Bath Canada Expo finalizes fall conference program
Aug. 5, 2021 By Kitchen + Bath Association Great insights from the industry experts will shape the success of the conference this coming October. Leaders from the kitchen, bath, stone and lighting industry recently gathered at Improve Canada to discuss the final planning of the Kitchen+Bath Canada 2021 conference program.
Your Decor Studio – Increase Upgrade Sales with Your Homebuyers - myhomepage.ca
Aug. 4, 2021 By Yasmine Goodwin Second in a series of six Point blank, your design studio exists to drive sales and increase profitability. You may have all the tools you need to succeed, but still aren’t seeing the results you want. This is likely because of one simple factor: the strength of your design consulting team. Having the best products in the industry doesn’t mean anything if you don’t know how to sell them.
Designed with care
Aug. 18, 2021 By Brenda Danso By Brenda Danso – Photos Janelle Gokule When it came to the design of this office, it was all about creating a space for inspiration and healing. My client lost her husband to cancer. As a result, she and her daughter needed a space to feel joy and comfort, even in painful moments. My client hired me to transform a room into a shared office space that could be used with her daughter. The area had to symbolize a new beginning.
How To Clean A Humidifier
Sponsored Content A humidifier is a device that warms and releases water vapour into the air. It is often used in dry climates or during winter months when the furnace or heating appliances dries out the indoor air. Humidifiers are also used by people with certain health conditions, like allergies and asthma, as a way to help alleviate symptoms. It’s important to keep your home clean and dry. However, it’s equally important to make sure that your humidifier is working at an optimum level.
Yellow and Grey – A Perfect match - myhomepage.ca
Aug. 18, 2021 By Louis Duncan-He It came as no surprise when Pantone released its two colours of the year – Ultimate Grey and Illuminated Yellow. Although the combination has been quite a popular pairing through the decades, they couldn’t be more different in terms of the feelings and emotions they conjure. Yellow, with its bright, effervescent sheen, directly contrasts to the monotonous and monochromatic dullness of grey.
The Queen of Colour Tiffany Pratt on how to live colourfully
Aug. 18, 2021 By Tiffany Pratt We have all been living through an incredible time during the pandemic. As a result, our collective “normal” has changed. The focus of our lives has become less about “where we can we go” and more about “what we can do” to create something new or fun in our individual lives. Many Canadians are looking to bring order and beauty into their homes.
Step by step guide to getting a reverse mortgage
Sponsored Article A reverse mortgage in all ramifications is considered a loan. In Canada, this loan is available to homeowners aged fifty-five and older. Under this loan arrangement, homeowners can borrow against their home’s value provided they have considerable home equity on the property. A reverse mortgage is not taxable, though the fund might look like an income to the homeowner. Nevertheless, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) considers the money to be a loan advance.
Three of the coolest colour combinations in 2021
Are you afraid to decorate with colour? I hear you. Too much colour in a room can hurt the eyes, while not enough can be dull. It’s about striking the right balance. If you want to infuse colour into a space, start small by choosing bold hues in accessories and textiles such as pillows, throws and area rugs, which can easily be switched out. Cool colour combinations can really bring a room to life. Check out the following pages for our favourite living room combos for 2021.
Four fall home projects
Aug. 4, 2021 By Brendan Charters One of the best things about Canada is the changing seasons. Behind us are the dog days of summer, and ahead are cool evenings, changing colours, cosier clothing and seasonal scents. The arrival of fall brings a new focus, and it’s rooted in the preparation of shelter for the winter that blows in behind it. Let’s break down the best projects to consider for the new season. Address your envelope Windows and doors will soon be closing.
Ten ways to use primary colours in your space
Latest News Jul. 23, 2021 By Sara Duck Red, yellow and blue – These primary colours will spark inspiration this season PH 5 mini PENDANT LAMP in red. $754. finnishdesignshop.com Rainer velvet ARMCHAIR. $249. structube.com Yellow outdoor RUG. $40. bouclair.com Chef’s FRENCH OVEN in blueberry. From $430. lecreuset.ca Raised design acrylic TUMBLER. $10. zarahome.ca Gurli CUSHION COVER in dark blue. $5. ikea.ca Framlingham abstract END TABLE by Ivy Bronx. $224.
Multi-dimensional monochromatics
Jul. 21, 2021 By Diana Balanyuk Monochromatic spaces are trendy, yet timeless, effortless in their aesthetic, and strategic in their execution. There’s no doubt this chic look requires a thoughtful approach, and a commitment to see it through. Of course, a few tips from a professional designer will go a long way to mastering this classic look. Here’s how you can add interest to a monochromatic interior, while staying true to this one-hue wonder.
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Pretty pastel-inspired property
Jul. 13, 2021 By Tiffany Piotrowski & Autumn Hachey Pretty pastels play an integral part in the relaxed vibe of The Summer House – a boutique Airbnb property on the shores of Lake Huron. And, yes, you can book a stay here! Photos: Lauren Miller Sometimes, builder grey needs a little boost. We really needed to get our collective creative juices flowing for this project because we had to take this home from builder basic to unique and stay-worthy.
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What is the Average Cost of Repairing a Basement in Canada?
Sponsored Content Basements are one of the most important although underrated parts of a house. They’re like the Brussel sprouts that are often pushed aside but are essential for big homes. Basements can be used in so many ways. It is most commonly used as office space for those who predominantly work from home. You can graciously create enough space by neatly organizing everything that you need for your office activities.
Louis Duncan-He Shares Insights on 2021/2022 Trends and More
Jul. 5, 2021 By Louis Duncan-He The past year has forced us all to refocus our efforts inwardly, specifically toward our homes. We now expect them to work harder for us and our families than they ever have before. It is this evolution that has had the biggest impact on design trends for this year and into winter 2021. Here are the 3 main design trends I see continuing into the next year: 1.
Condo Life - July 3 - 31, 2021
Latest News Condolife, launched in 1998, continues to be Toronto’s finest and most comprehensive guide to the condo market and lifestyle. SHARE Whether you're looking to transition from a house to a condo or thinking about adopting Calgary as your new Canadian home, we've put together some of the benefits of condo life in Calgary. When you think about buying insurance for your home, the amount of coverage will depend on your type of property.
Lighten up - myhomepage.ca
Jun. 23, 2021 By Eugenia Triandos and Korina Khamis Photos Mike Chajecki Go neutral Neutral colour palettes are a trendy choice that many designers like us gravitate toward, thanks to their versatility and broad appeal. Think about it… it’s very difficult to offend someone with neutral hues. Furthermore, a neutral colour palette is easy to layer up for winter and lighten up for spring.
HOMES Magazine - June 19 - July 17, 2021
Latest News Launched in 1985, HOMES Magazine continues to be Greater Toronto’s largest and most comprehensive source for new home buying. SHARE With the end of the global pandemic in sight, now is a good time for realtors to stage their digital comeback. The basement doesn’t always get as much attention as the other rooms in a home, yet it can cause a lot of problems for the rest of the house.
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore eStore a win, win, win
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are a win-win-win: countless new or “gently used” items donated to the charitable organization have been kept out of landfills, contractors are able to find tools and materials at a huge discount, and the proceeds fund the organization’s primary mission of helping provide safe housing for low-income families. At the initial outbreak of Coronavirus, the Habitat’s 13 Greater Toronto Area ReStore locations were closed.
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