Hygge, the Danish art of happiness, is simply about slowing down, wearing comfortable clothes and enjoying the little things in life with those you love. This lifestyle revolves around human relations but also interior design. (more…)
2017 Kitchen Trends
With the New Year underway, it is time to choose a New Year’s resolution that you can strive to achieve in 2017. Whether it is to start going to the gym, drink less coffee, clean out your closet or renovate your out-dated kitchen, why not get started today. (more…)
‘Tis the Season to Make Your Bedroom Feel Extra Cozy
In our previous blog, we talked about how you could cozy up the living room. Today we’re going to discuss the bedroom. In a way, it should be a no-brainer because the very purpose of a bedroom is comfort, right? Put a bed in the room and your work is done, end of story. (more…)
Hygge: Happiness Danish Style
2016 is now history. Shall we add « good riddance»? And as in years past, we will greet 2017 with optimism and a renewed determination to better ourselves. Eat better, lose weight, quit smoking, get in shape, save money – the list of goals are lofty, the resolutions ambitious, not to mention identical to last year’s, but hold on. (more…)
Serenity: at Last, a Place to Call Your Own
Finally, you’re about to move into your own place – at long last! You thought this day of freedom would never come! But then reality sets in, all of the decisions you have to make and how to decide? You begin to gather ideas of all of the options surrounding you; be it on-line via friends, blogs, and magazines or in-store. (more…)
Getting Ready for Overnight Guests During the Holidays
When December comes around, all thoughts go towards the special holidays like Christmas, Kwanza, and Hanukkah. For many, this means that visitors will travel far and wide to spend special moments creating new and lasting memories with family and friends. (more…)
Colours, themes, styles, patterns, materials: getting the right mix
So you’ve decided to give the living room a makeover, but you’re not sure where to start. You might even want to tackle your dining room and bedroom at the same time. Well, here are a few simple guidelines to help make your project a success. They’ll work equally well for any room in the house. (more…)
What a Sham!! Learning to Sleep in Style
Some people don’t really care what their bed décor looks like. If the sheets are clean and the bed doesn’t squeak, all is well! Then there are those people who love to have pretty or elegant touches, frilly or masculine designs, grey or lemon tones. To some, this could make all the difference in a good night’s sleep. (more…)
Feng Shui in Your Bedroom for Better Sleep Quality!
What is Feng Shui (pronounced fung-shway) and why should it be in your bedroom? Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art of placement where every corner and space of your home or office, in simplistic terms, has a compass directional pull.
It is said that placing a painting with mountains in a space that will work better with a water theme could affect some aspect of your life. (more…)
Can Too Many Accessories Create Clutter?
The answer is Yes. Too much of a good thing can be just too much. Simply take a look at the two pictures below and you’ll have good examples of what clutter means. Like everything in life, trying to strike the right balance is key: too much un-appointed ‘stuff’ will cause your room to feel busy and look messy. Not to mention the nuisance it is to your tidy-up and cleaning routine. (more…)