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Ceragres Toronto is hosting the second pop-up Designer Yard Sale with celebrity designers
Let me introduce you to eDecorate, where the project, the client and the designer can virtually meet in a stress-free meet environment.
With the new popularity of industrial design elements, metallic finishes are getting star billing in homes.
Introducing Two New Marble-Inspired Colours, Opera and Natura
A new selection of throws and blankets for a warm and welcoming home.
“Caliente AF290”, a vibrant, charismatic shade of red.
It's a blue unlike any other Oceanside SW 6496 (172-C7) offers all the intrigue of blue, but with added depth. Imagine the possibilities.
For 2018, colour trends from premier paint companies are inspired by nature, modernism and metallic sheens.
Not all flooring is created equal. There are many foreign sourced floors on the market that don't meet strict North American quality guidelines. These product choices can be risky. Also, be aware that some product packaging can be misleading and make buyers believe that the products are Canadian, but they are not. Sticking with reputable products that provide good customer service is highly recommended when sourcing flooring.
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For 2018, colour trends from premier paint companies are inspired by nature, modernism and metallic sheens.
Not all flooring is created equal. There are many foreign sourced floors on the market that don't meet strict North American quality guidelines. These product choices can be risky. Also, be aware that some product packaging can be misleading and make buyers believe that the products are Canadian, but they are not. Sticking with reputable products that provide good customer service is highly recommended when sourcing flooring.
Synonymous with luxury and opulence, the colour gold has been enjoying a resurgence as of late. This is not the brassy yellow gold of decades past, but a fresh revitalized look of gold that not only gives this metallic colour a new lease on life but also gives the design world an inspiring playful element.
Light is the key ingredient in the space and influences our safety, health and mood. Layering three types of lighting is critical for good lighting design. Providing flexibility in how lights are activated is important as well.
Do not get caught waiting for a "magical result" several weeks or months in the future. Instead, actively communicate and work with your contractor through reports and inspections of the work completed. To manage the contractor, you need to maintain contact with them.
With exceedingly busy lives, both style and convenience in appliances are becoming more paramount in today's ever-changing world.
It is easy for interiors to look great in photos. However, cleaning, maintenance and durability should be considered before any decisions are made. Assuring you meet the function requirements ensures that form solutions offer maximum enjoyability.
Often overlooked and neglected, the ceiling can make an impactful design statement. Whatever the space, a creative ceiling design makes for a unique and impressing room.
As our population ages and diversifies, demand on design professionals is growing. The following is an abbreviated checklist for applying Universal Design concepts to your solutions.
Featured Products
Since 1993, PMF Toronto has been a distributor of luxury kitchen and bath products to the professional trades industry.
Inspired by nature, Quartex is at the forefront of the engineered stone landscape. Our quartz slabs feature innovative designs, patterns and colours, as well as industry-leading matching left and right slabs. “Quartex Surfaces are beautiful!” We pride ourselves on providing great customer care.
Created by fusion of exceptional design, superior quartz quality and cutting-edge technology, HansStone Quartz weaves together intriguing patterns and colours inspired by the diverse Canadian landscape.
Created 40 years ago, Urban Mode is a modern furniture boutique showcasing such innovative brands as Blu Dot, Softline, Muuto, Normann, Hay, DellaRobbia & Pablo. UM stands for quality + great design. Voted Best Furniture Store in Toronto for the past 4 years, the UM team are experts in sourcing for hospitality, corporate, retail and residential.
Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. is dedicated to improving the lives of consumers through the use of advanced technology. With a commitment to innovation, quality, value and design, Sharp consumer electronics and appliances enhance enjoyment, while adding to comfort.
Manufacturer of precast concrete products and retailer of natural and precast stone. Celebrating over 25 Years in Business.
Over the past 14 years Factory Tile Depot has become #1 for everything tile and stone. With 5 locations showcasing the latest and greatest trends in the tile industry, we have built the confidence of trade and retail clients alike. We are proud to offer well thought out showrooms, extensive selections of hard to find tile-stone, on site designers, and some of the best after care support in the industry. Experience the FTD difference on your next project.
Greensville Soapstone Company is a leading provider of Soapstone countertops, sinks and tile. Offering the largest collection of Soapstone in Canada.
Crystal chandeliers, sconces, mirrors, accent furniture and accessories. Visit our 4,000 sq.ft showroom where we are proud to offer the most knowledgeable and courteous staff in the business. Crystal Design and Decor offers quality and value at reasonable prices while providing individualized attention and customer service. Customization also available to suit requirements and design preference.
Metrie offers interior finishing solutions including mouldings and interior door collections to help professionals transform spaces and set the stage for every room to tell a story. Founded in 1926, our dedication to creating high-quality, finely crafted architectural elements has helped us grow to become the largest supplier and manufacturer of solid wood and composite mouldings in North America.
Custom drapery, drapery hardware, blinds, shutters, specialty shades (including motorization and home automation), bedspreads, headboards, quilting, upholstery, fabric library, and a complete in-house drapery workroom. We also offer custom programs for builders, designers & decorators.
Ginger’s is Canada’s premier bathroom, kitchen and decorative hardware showroom, carrying a vast selection of traditional, classic and contemporary products. We cater to both retail and trade consumers.
With over 45 years of experience, Trutone Electronics Inc. creates custom tailored home entertainment and automation solutions to suit your unique design vision. Our retail showroom is perfectly suited to client demonstrations. We carry a full selection of mainstream and premium home electronics brands.
A complete line of sofas and chairs, and extensive custom upholstery program available. Custom re-upholstery and refinishing also available.
Blum is the leader in functional hardware providing solutions for hinge and lift systems as well as interior organization products for every room in the home. Blum’s focus is on functionality and offers products that will last the life of your furniture. TRADE ONLY.
At Prestige Granite Design we strive to offer our clients full service from the beginning to the end of their project. To our clients we are a one stop shop. We Supply, Measure, Fabricate, order and Install the finished product. We are a hands on company that is determined to provide the best possible service to all our clients.
Masco Canada Ltd. is the Canadian plumbing division of MASCO Corporation and represents brands including Delta, Brizo, Hansgrohe, Axor, BrassCraft, Master Plumber, and Waltec. MASCO Canada Limited is dedicated to complete customer satisfaction and responsiveness to the unique Canadian marketplace.
Rolltec® awnings is the leading Canadian manufacturer of upscale retractable awnings. Since our startup in 1984, Toronto based Rolltec® has proven to be an industry leader in motorized canvas awnings by providing the highest caliber in both quality of products and customer service.
We have an extensive network of more than 200 profit centres, distribution warehouses and showrooms across Canada.
Located in the heart of Toronto's design district, Designers Walk is Canada's leading Design Centre. Home to a multitude of leading Showrooms and spanning 5 buildings along Davenport and Bedford Rds., DW is home to Hollace Cluny, Ernestomeda Toronto, Primavera Interior Furnishings, Telio, Kravet/LeeJofa to name a few. Be sure to visit our Resource Centre, a gallery of unique product exhibits.
Bring sophistication, functionality and handcrafted quality to your home! Stone Edge specializes in the design and production of natural stone kitchen countertops, vanities, fireplace surrounds and tub and shower surrounds. Granite, Marble and Quartz resonate the character of your home, and add that finishing touch that will last a lifetime.
With over 90 years of experience, BLANCO is the leading kitchen sinks and faucets manufacturer. From handcrafted in Germany Steelart® sinks and the beauty of Silgranit®, to the European design faucets, BLANCO products are celebrated worldwide for their unmatched quality and design. Blanco Silgranit® sinks are proudly manufactured in Canada TRADE ONLY.
Since 1883, Benjamin Moore has been producing the highest quality paints and finishes in the industry. A superior paint experience with every product. Incomparable colour, flawless coverage, and lasting durability.
The GTA’s finest custom closets. door products, and glass partitions manufactured in our Mississauga factory for the entire Toronto market. Environmentally friendly products include closets Murphy wall beds, home office cabinets, glass door and wood and glass partitions for homes, offices, condos, and lofts. Includes interior sliding doors and closet doors graphic glass doors.
BSH is the world’s second largest major appliance manufacturer, distributing Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau brands across Canada. Designers and clients can schedule visits and live cooking demos at the Toronto showroom. We also host designer lunch and learns.
Shop at Tasco for the finest in home and kitchen appliances and experience the Tasco difference. At Tasco, our knowledgeable appliance specialists are the hallmarks of our success; offering helpful advice, professional delivery and installation services for your new home and renovations alike. For all you need to know, ask a Pro at Tasco!
All-electric fireplace showroom and design centre with the largest selection in Toronto and York Region. Combining specialized expertise with over 20 years' interior design experience. On-wall, in-wall, fireboxes, retrofit inserts, mantels, custom cabinetry, stone and brick veneers. Residential and commercial. Trade and volume inquiries always welcome.
X-Tile is sure to have whatever you need to express your unique individual style. We offer you an exceptional variety of wall and flooring options in ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, glass, mosaic and much more from leading suppliers around the world. Let our knowledgeable and friendly staff help you in your dream renovation or building project.
Elte is one of the world’s premier destinations for home furniture, rugs, broadloom, bedding, lighting, mattresses, accessories and more. Every piece is curated by the Metrick family, who travel year round in search of the world’s most beautiful products.
Largest selection of stone and ceramic tiles to suit any design from ultra modern to country. Specialties including quartz, onyx, mosaic, limestone, slate, granite, marble and porcelain tiles as well as maintenance products. We also offer made-to-measure mosaics that are suitable for all your residential and commercial projects.
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Anastasia Rentzos at RENO & DECOR's, DESIGN INTERVENTION booth at the National Home Show!
Elaine Bergen at RENO & DECOR's, DESIGN INTERVENTION booth at the National Home Show!
Janice Fedak at RENO & DECOR's, DESIGN INTERVENTION booth at the National Home Show!
Rebecca was selected to design the Reno & Decor booth for the National Home Show.
Visit the Interior Design Show 2018 with Kate Davidson and Rebecca Hay.
What HOMES Publishing Group is all about.... Your HOME.
Breakfast Television visits the GTA Home & Reno Show at the International Centre in Mississauga and has a mock consultation with Evelyn Eshun.
Publications
Launched in 1985, HOMES Magazine continues to be Greater Toronto’s largest and most comprehensive source for new home buying.
Condolife, launched in 1998, continues to be Toronto’s finest and most comprehensive guide to the condo market and lifestyle.
Launched in 1990, R&D is Canada’s Home Idea Book, inspiring readers with the latest decorating/renovating tips and trends.
The award-winning Active Life is your guide to new homes in adult-lifestyle communities across Ontario, with detailed colour-coded maps/charts.
ONTARIO DESIGN is an annual, full colour, catalogue style directory of products and services available to trades in Canada!
Renovation Contractor is a trusted trade publication written by and for Canada’s small to medium-sized home renovators.
