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Category Archives: tips & tricks
Bathroom color ideas for the bored & blue!
Ah, the bathroom… that oft-neglected sanctuary of the home. We tend to think of it as a boring, utilitarian space—a mere pit stop in our daily routines. But let’s face it: we spend more time in there than we care to admit. It’s where we begin and end our days, where we reflect on whetherContinue reading “Bathroom color ideas for the bored & blue!”
10 essential tips for designing self-care spaces in your home
Hey there, friends! Today, we’re diving into the beautiful world of self-care spaces. You know, those little corners or rooms in your home dedicated to relaxation, rejuvenation, and overall good vibes. Let’s explore how you can create spaces like a calming bedroom, a soothing meditation area, or a refreshing bathroom sanctuary. So, let’s get started, shall we?
design is hard, so cut yourself a break
I’m enamoured by those who appear to design their home effortlessly. I have my moments. I think I’m skilled at the little vignettes, and coming up with ideas for other people’s homes, but when it comes to my own—I feel like a deer in headlights. Or, more aptly, a sloth in headlights. But I’ve feltContinue reading “design is hard, so cut yourself a break”
Before & after: my mini, oh-so-fun bedroom makeover
Psst—read to the bottom to win a Hyppiä design package and feature wall from Otto Studio! You know when you take the time to finally knock something off your to-do list and you kick yourself for not doing it sooner? That’s what I feel every time I walk into my new, dashing bedroom. It’s beenContinue reading “Before & after: my mini, oh-so-fun bedroom makeover”
5 design lessons from the studio behind Vancouver’s favourite restaurants
Bao Bei Brasserie. Kissa Tanto. St. Lawrence. Botanist Dining. The common thread between some of the most sought-after restaurants in Vancouver? Local design studio Ste. Marie. (You just didn’t know it.) The resume of this award-winning interior design practice feels like some sort of conspiracy theory coming to life—a chaotic yet clear collection of redContinue reading “5 design lessons from the studio behind Vancouver’s favourite restaurants”
5 cringe-free YouTube interior design channels
Something about the YouTube interior design channels right now can be highly cringe-worthy. I’m not sure why there is a need to nearly yell into the camera, speak at twice the necessary speed for humans, or, on the flip side, speak so quietly that you’re not sure they’re actually conscious. But I come bearing goodContinue reading “5 cringe-free YouTube interior design channels”
A guide to finding art for your home
As soon as you’ve landed on the bare bones of your place—you know, the basic furniture to help you live a functional life—the first thing people will tell you is to find some damn art to hang up on your walls. But this is ridiculously easier said than done.
Local design firm Studio Roslyn knows how to create magical spaces
I checked out Chinatown’s Qali Hair Extension Studio for the first time a couple of weekends ago—thanks to a surprise nomination for a free blowout from my manager 😍—and as soon as I stepped inside, I knew I had seen this place before. Right away, the vibe felt warm, eclectic and so authentically 80’s IContinue reading “Local design firm Studio Roslyn knows how to create magical spaces”
Online Vintage Stores in Vancouver to Help You Score Big Style Points
These are the spots I turn to again and again for high-quality, vintage design—all based in or near Vancouver, BC.