Current trends embrace nature for a more eco-conscious world

Jane Lockhart challenges the all-neutral palette when asked to decorate two model homes in Fergus, Ontario.

Designer Rebecca Hay puts her fail proof colour formula to the test in her own vibrant living room

COLOURFUL & VERSATILE: Handmade in India from natural fibres, these pouf ottomans instantly add a splash of rustic texture and colour to your space.

A smarter home can start with something as simple as having Siri on an iPhone in the kitchen to convert 250°F to Celsius, find a recipe for roasted cauliflower, or play your favourite podcast while you cook or clean.

Sometime since the dawn of civilization, we became obsessed with curb appeal. Emotional creatures to the core, what started as a basic need, shelter has evolved as an avenue of self-expression.

With summer’s end in sight, and as much as we hate to consider this, it’s about to get cooler, at least at night. Being a native southern Californian, I find the very idea of winter daunting.

Nothing sparks design inspiration as much as the sights and colours we soak in during our international travels. It is no wonder we want to somehow recreate the stimulating visuals we experienced abroad into our interiors upon our return.

When it comes to enjoying your outdoor living space after the sun goes down, lighting is key.

With more and more Canadians opting for a home improve over a home move, homeowners are starting to integrate home elevators into renovation projects to create multi-functional, inter-generational homes that can last a lifetime.