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If you’ve ever tried to pick hardwood floors, you know it’s not as easy as it looks. You start with a simple idea—I just want beautiful floors!—and suddenly, you’re deep in a rabbit hole of solid vs. engineered, wide planks vs. narrow, beveled edges vs. smooth, matte vs. satin finishes… and let’s not even get […]
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from building a home, it’s that the smallest decision can feel the most overwhelming. Case in point: I recently walked into the plumbing fixture showroom thinking I knew exactly what I wanted—a classic, polished nickel faucet. Something with vintage charm that would give our new kitchen some character. Especially […]
The other day, Roger and I were talking about our new home build, and I brought up the ensuite bathroom. “We need to figure out the design for the vanity soon,” I said. Roger, always practical, suggested, “Why not go with a pre-built one?” Honestly? My first reaction was, “Absolutely not.” I’ve been dreaming about […]
The other day, Roger and I were at the flooring store, starting to narrow down options for our new home build. We’d pulled a handful of engineered hardwood samples, and as we looked at them, Roger leaned a few against the rack to compare. I stopped him. “Wait. That’s not how you should test flooring.” […]
When we started our new home build journey, I never imagined that one of our first major decisions would be about windows. But here we are, and it’s both exciting and a little overwhelming! After finalizing our design plans, we’ve settled on casement-style windows for most of our home. These windows are hinged on the […]
When I first heard about Artificial Intelligence (A.I.), it sounded intimidating. Actually, make that even a little threatening. I’ll admit it. I had images of robots taking over jobs and invading my privacy. And it felt a long way away from my world of decorating, personal style, and helping people create homes they love. But […]
I’ll be the first to admit it. Scrolling through perfectly curated Instagram feeds sometimes makes me question whether my home really measures up. Have you ever looked around your own space and felt that twinge of insecurity? I get it. Even though I’ve taken courses in decorating, paint colours, styling and mindset, I’m not immune […]
When you first move into a new home, everything feels so exciting, full of possibility, and brimming with potential. You’re definitely in the “honeymoon phase,” seeing only the beauty and promise of your space. But over time, as daily life settles in, it’s super easy to become overwhelmed by the little things you once overlooked. […]
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Seems like an odd mix, right? But these pieces all shape who I am—and how I help you find clarity and confidence in your home and style.
When it comes to decorating, it’s about more than just picking paint colours. Through my blog, I share timeless style tips, mindset insights, and the journey of building my dream home—all to inspire and empower you to create a space (and life) you’ll love.
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