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Some things really do improve over time. After making an impressive resurgence in popularity from their peak in the 1990s, brass fixtures are among the hottest trends in bathroom design with today’s styles showcasing a warmer and more sophisticated vibe than the bold brass of decades past.

New floors can considerably change the look, feel and value of your house, especially if you are dealing with old flooring or need to replace the carpet. The good news is that there are many sweeping trends you can pick from. This article looks at the four main options you will have when picking the right flooring for your home renovation project.

With all the attention pinky gold metals and inky black finishes are getting in the décor world right now, you’d think these delicious tones had just been discovered. In fact, rosey metallics and deep-space blacks never disappear for long.

The seven-step strategy to creating an enchanting urban garden. Creating a garden in an urban space can be a challenge. However, because most are typically small, it can be a great opportunity to invest a few really lovely details that inspire the space. Also, because gardening can be a time-consuming activity, a small garden gives you more opportunity to rest and relax in your summer oasis.

The Emmy-nominated Property Brothers — starring twins Jonathan and Drew Scott — is now casting in York Region and North York its next season in the fall of 2017.

Canada’s 150th birthday is a time to celebrate all things Canadian. Being Canadian brings on thoughts of salmon swimming upstream to spawn, peameal bacon sizzling in a pan, beavertails on Ottawa’s Rideau Canal and tapping maple trees for fresh syrup when the cold winter starts to break.

With summer upon us, most of us are keen to spend as much time as possible outdoors. But is your own backyard an inviting oasis, or an overgrown disaster? If the ongoing real estate boom has taught us one thing, it's that land is very valuable. As homeowners we should take advantage of every square foot we've got. Here are some ideas on how to turn your urban jungle into a slice of paradise.

Carve out a private paradise in your garden Quick. Which is the most expensive room to decorate?

In Ontario, the recurring backyard theme is a deck. Whether they're clad in natural wood or a composite product such as Trex, decks are outdoor extensions of our household living space. Many are simply a place to park the barbecue and a patio table but, increasingly, they're loaded with bells and whistles that literally include a kitchen sink.

New floors can considerably change the look, feel and value of your house, especially if you are dealing with old flooring or need to replace the carpet. The good news is that there are many sweeping trends you can pick from. This article looks at the four main options you will have when picking the right flooring for your home renovation project.

With all the attention pinky gold metals and inky black finishes are getting in the décor world right now, you’d think these delicious tones had just been discovered. In fact, rosey metallics and deep-space blacks never disappear for long.

The Emmy-nominated Property Brothers — starring twins Jonathan and Drew Scott — is now casting in York Region and North York its next season in the fall of 2017.

Sculptural, serene and sophisticated, a layered lakeside garden provides changing and spectacular views all year long.

Luxury kitchen and bath products that bring tranquility to your home

For too long, the bathroom has been viewed simply as a place for freshening up. As property prices increase and space becomes increasingly precious, the bathroom has become one of the smallest rooms in the house in most cases, with homeowners placing more emphasis on decorating the other, larger parts of the house.

Who doesn’t love a long soak in a hot bath? And if that bath is in a totally gorgeous bathroom, that’s like a prescription for relaxation. To create a luxury retreat-like bathroom, here are some tips:

A designer learns first-hand that the road to a dream kitchen is filled with dust and decisions. If you ask a designer what was the most challenging project they have ever tackled, most will respond “my own home.” For me, that couldn’t be more true.

This past GTA Home and Reno Show was a great launch to this year's renovation season.  We were the proud designer of Reno & Decor's Design Intervention booth that not only hosted many talented designer friends but also many of you seeking design advice for your projects.  We took our cue from small space design for this year's booth featuring many of the current inspirational trends and colours. We enjoyed working with the Reno & Decor staff who have made this a fun and rewarding experience.  I'd also like to extend a big thank you to all our sponsors for their dedication and participation:  Casa Life, Quartex Surfaces, Alendel Fabrics, Cardoza Custom Woodworking, Renwil, Eventful PR, Specialty House Manufacturing, Ruth Baker Design, Artistic Stone Design, Benjamin Moore and Bousada Flooring.   Here's hoping the home show was inspirational and happy renovating!  RENO & DECOR booth designer was Linda Mazur. Linda is a nationally publicized designer and Principal of Linda Mazur Design Group. With almost two decades of experience, this in demand multi-disciplinary design firm is known for creating relaxed stylish spaces and full-scale design builds within Toronto, the GTA and throughout Canada.

Design Intervention: We would like to thank the following experts who were on hand for free 15-minute consultations advising on design, decor and reno concerns:

RENO & DECOR would like to thank the following sponsors of Design Intervention:

Tips from the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating on how to save water in the shower.

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Because Water Matters was created by the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating to educate and inform consumers about tips, technology and trends in the plumbing industry. In celebration of Earth Day, this video focuses on how to conserve water in the bathroom with modern plumbing products.

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Dvira Ovadia & Melissa Davis Favourite Finds IDS 2017

Melissa Davis, designer on HGTV's Income Property, shows you her final Yard Sale for the Cure find and how to make it into a stunning new piece for your home!

Glen & Jamie visit the Richelieu booth at KBIS

Mark Cullen demonstrates how to cut back ornamental grasses in the spring.

The building is only a few years old however, the spaces were starting to look a bit tired and contained material selected by the builder.

From March 10-19, 2017 at the National Home Show, visit RENO & DECOR at booth 4118 to have all of your Design and Decor concerns put to rest. Design Intervention runs every day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. On-hand will be a host of design and decor experts along with your favourite R&D contributors offering free 15-minute consultations. Be sure to bring along your photos, samples and floor plans to ensure you get the most out of your appointment.

When planning or renovating a home to make it senior-friendly, most people tend to focus on the kitchen and bathrooms. But there are a few exterior projects that need to be considered as well.

In order for us (or our parents) to function on our own, we need to be able to feed ourselves. In this column I look at some of the key features to consider when renovating a kitchen to make it senior-friendly. I also cover exterior projects geared to the aging-in-place movement that will ensure safety for this age group.

Winter might seem like an unusual time to undertake a renovation but with the right knowledge and a bit of preparation it can be a great time to add value to your home. Although we are at the end of this winter season, keep these helpful tips top of mind and ensure a future winter home improvement project proceeds as smoothly as possible.

It's widely known that the kitchen is the hub of the home—but some do that job much better and more stylishly than others. As time goes by, skilled designers invent modifications to let us all know what we now simply cannot live without in our kitchens, and by way of default, push those older trends deeper into obscurity.

Winter might seem like an unusual time to undertake a renovation but with the right knowledge and a bit of preparation it can be a great time to add value to your home. The secret to a successful winter renovation is good planning and working closely with your renovator, says Sam Lapidus, RenoMark renovator and chair of BILD’s Renovation and Custom Builder Council.

Eliminating the keyway has allowed Weiser to create a visually striking, cutting-edge touchscreen deadbolt that elevates the design and security of residential door locks by merging a sleek and modern exterior, a small all-metal interior, and advanced mechanical and electronic security features.

Para Paints, an integral part of the Canadian decorating landscape for over a century, announces its exclusive partnership with award-winning HGTV Canada host, celebrity contractor and real estate expert, Scott McGillivray.