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homedecorandrenovations.comFREE OCTOBER 2014
VOLUME 10 ISSUE 5
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HOW TO TRANSFORM 450 SQ. FT. OF SPACE!
EXPERT TIPS for decorating with colour
Q&A with L.A. designer Betsy BurnhamPG. 34
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In every issue 8 Editor’s Notebook 10 Contributors HD&R features
12 Style Inspiration Rose or rouge
17 The Scoop Catch up on decor and reno news, inspiration, style and more
22 Style File Suite dreams
VOLUME 10 ISSUE 05
OCTOBER 2014contents
Cover Story
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Live stylishly in a small space
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HD&R inspiration
32 Design Advice Colour your world
34 Designer Q&A Mix master
38 RenoMark Get ready to renovate!
HD&R features
12 Style Inspiration Rose or rouge
17 The Scoop Catch up on decor and reno news, inspiration, style and more
22 Style File Suite dreams
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homedecorandrenovations.comFREE OCTOBER 2014
VOLUME 10 ISSUE 5
SmallSmallSmallstylishSmallSmallstylishstylishSmallstylishSmallANDstylishstylish
HOW TO TRANSFORM 450 SQ. FT. OF SPACE!
EXPERT TIPS for decorating with colour
Q&A with L.A. designer Betsy BurnhamPG. 34
Pho to byArna l Photography
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44 Outdoor Living The outdoor room
46 ETcetera In shape
Photo by Arnal Photography
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ANYONE WHO KNOWS ME, knows that I love to decorate with colour. For our first apartment, my husband and I chose a bright Kermit the Frog green hue (no joke) for the open concept living and dining room walls. I accented the striking shade with black and cream decor pieces and rich dark wood elements – dramatic to say the least!
Over the years, my palette for decor has been refined but my love of colour has stayed true. One thing that has changed though, is how I incorporate the use of colour in the design of a space. I’ve come to prefer soft, subtle wall shades such as light grey, in combination with pops of bold colour through accessories such as pillows, throws and artwork.
For many homeowners, the thought of decorating with colour is daunting. Do you feel like you are destined for a house full of beige? Get a serious dose of inspiration from Los Angeles-based designer Betsy Burnham – she mixes colour and pattern masterfully on page 34. To bolster your confidence for decorating with colour, we tap into designer Lisa Canning’s expertise for her top tips. Don’t miss her wise words on page 32.
In this issue, we also get expert advice on living stylishly in a small space from designers Glen Peloso and Jamie Alexander. It’s a myth that you can’t have a functional, colourful and stylish space with only 450 sq. ft. You will be amazed at the beautiful revamp found on page 28.
With a change of season upon us, autumn is the perfect time to become inspired. Who knows? Maybe the explosion of colours found in nature with the turning of the leaves, will unleash your inner colourista.
Want more news on the home, decor and reno front? Check out our blog: homedecorandrenovations.com
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Colour Confidential
EXECUTIVE EDITOR, WALL2WALL [email protected]
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Carson ArthurLANDSCAPE DESIGNER
Carson Arthur is an international landscape designer with a focus on environmentally friendly design. He is HGTV’s Critical Listing landscape guru and appears regularly on TV, writes for various publications about outdoor design and is the author of the sold out book Garden Designs for Outdoor Living. Visit carsonarthur.com
Jo AlcornDESIGNER
Jo Alcorn is a celebrity designer specializing in small spaces and design solutions for all budgets. She is the interior expert on HGTV’s new show Critical Listing, and shares her expertise regularly on TV and through her monthly column at the Toronto Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca
Glen Peloso & Jamie AlexanderDESIGNERS
Glen Peloso and Jamie Alexander are principal designers of Peloso Alexander. Both have extensive experience in commercial, hospitality and residential design and bring a combined 35 years of experience to every client space. They create environments that merge their clients lifestyle, personality and architecture. Visit pelosoalexander.com
Elisa KrovblitCONTRIBUTING EDITOR
In love with design and decor, Elisa is a contributing editor at Home Decor and Renovations. When not searching out some unusual solutions to her century home’s reno projects, she’s busy looking for what’s hot and happening for every area of the home. Email [email protected]
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Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association and a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. Follow him on Twitter @bildgta, facebook.com/bildgta, and bildblogs.ca.
Lisa CanningDESIGNER
Lisa Canning is a Toronto-based interior stylist with a penchant for chic, contemporary, personalized interiors.Lisa has appeared as a design guest expert on CTV’s The Marilyn Denis Show, Global News and Breakfast Television. Her work has also appeared in the pages of Dabble, Chatelaine, Canadian Family, Home Decor andRenovations and more. Visit lisacanning.ca
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STYLEFILE
YOU SPEND A THIRD OF YOUR DAY in your bedroom, so it should be a relaxing place to unwind and get that important beauty sleep your body needs. Recently, I gave my bedroom a major makeover. Here are my top tips to create a beautiful and comfortable bedroom retreat on any budget.
COOL COLOUR PALETTE. I’ve had red bedrooms and I’ve had pale blue rooms. I can honestly say colour psychology is real. A cool, serene, colour palette makes all the difference in creating a relaxing room. Go for soft and subtle colours if you want a respite from the busy world outside. For my bedroom makeover, I chose Whistle Stop 50BB from CIL’s paint collection to create a calming effect.
by JO ALCORN | photography by JASON HARTOG
Suite DREAMS
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JO ALCORNJo Alcorn is a celebrity designer specializing in small spaces and design solutions for all budgets. She is the interior expert on HGTV’s new show Critical Listing, and shares her expertise regularly on TV and through her monthly column at the Toronto Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca
THE PERFECT BED. I had an awkward small window in my bedroom that I had to hide. I chose a padded headboard that was just high enough to cover the window.
I wouldn’t call myself a DIY’er, but when the time comes, I can step up. I found a headboard with clean lines at HomeSense (homesense.ca) for $300. However, it wasn’t quite the right colour for my project. When I found a cotton, patterned shower curtain for $30, I thought I’d tackle a DIY project and create the perfect headboard. Voilà! A custom-made headboard on a budget.
SIDE TABLE CONUNDRUM. Side tables are a useful element to every bedroom. But it can be hard to choose the right one. So many questions come to mind! Do I need extra drawers or countertop space? What height, size, colour or material should I choose? For my makeover, I needed something to match the height and scale of the bed. I found the perfect side table at mirens.com. The side tables had a unique design, with added bedroom storage. With my DIY skills already set in motion, I swapped the handles to white, to tie in with the rest of the bedroom design. Another inexpensive project with a big result!
LAYERED LIGHTING. I love a bedroom with ambient lighting. A lamp with a soft bulb, mixed with task lighting for reading a book, plus decorative side lamps can add some drama to a room. The white horned oversized side lamps from Mirens I used in my bedroom were the perfect conversational piece in the room. Don’t forget about overhead lighting. This is another great place to add some art to the room. I used a signature Jo Alcorn light from artcraftlighting.com, which added a touch of whimsy to the room. Layering lighting in any room, particularly your bedroom, allows for the perfect mix of function and comfort.
COMFY CARPET OR RUG. Having the perfect texture underfoot when you step out of bed can improve your whole bedroom experience. Rugs add warmth to any space.
MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL. I love how mirrors create different dimensions within a space. To bring the bed and those amazing lamps to another level, I layered HomeSense mirrors on the wall to add a grand, romantic feeling to the bedroom. Mirrors make your room appear larger, and these ones also added a feeling of luxury and sophistication to the bedroom.
Use these simple tips to create your perfect bedroom and ensure you get an amazing night’s sleep!
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Nicole Katsuras, Hello Meteor, 2014. Oil on canvas, Courtesy of the artist and Corkin Gallery, Toronto.
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HD&R INSPIRATION
OCTOBER 2014
“I try to apply colours like words that shape poems, like notes that shape music.”
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COVERSTORY
by PELOSO ALEXANDER DESIGN /photos by ARNAL PHOTOGRAPHY
stylishlyIN A SMALL
SPACE
LIVELIVING IN A SMALL SPACE IS certainly not a sentence to live without style or colour. You need to be judicious in your choices to make sure you end up with a space that functions well and still has style and design savvy.
In this particular space, we started with just 450 sq. ft. that presented like a square box divided into two rooms. The finished product is very different. As this client will tell you, that is the advantage of working with a design firm. Occasionally, you will hear someone say that a small space doesn’t warrant professional help, but we would argue that you never needed it more than when every square inch counts.
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We started in the living room and built in cabinets, to house the television and add a fireplace. The ethanol fireplace is suited to condo spaces and provides a focus for the room, along with ambience and heat in the winter months. The mouldings were added for detail and to add an element of class to an otherwise square box. The fireplace and television provide grounding to the room, around which the furniture can be placed. Generally in a smaller space, you want to select just one accent colour, and potentially a subordinate of that colour. This keeps the space interesting without the complexity of multiple colours. This space is generally tones of grey for its major pieces but the carpet and the cushions in the strong chartreuse green provides ample colour. Blue paired with green undertones complement the accent colour with depth and layers to the decor.
The kitchen was recreated with cabinets in off-white, with appliances hidden under cabinetry to provide the open concept space with as few interruptions as possible. The hidden appliances imply that they could be cupboards suited to the living space, and thus allows the kitchen to esthetically borrow from the living room and vice versa. Affectively, both rooms seem larger as they visually overlap. The details of the cabinets were added to the existing door of the condo, to offer an old world rich feel. Simple mouldings were applied to the flat panel entrance door, bedroom and bathroom doors. The sink with its wall-mounted faucet solved the plumbing location issue, while concealing the sink's function, well enough, so as not to command too much attention. We created a glass whiteboard above the sink for hand written notes or any personal touches the homeowner would like to add. The green accents are also repeated into this room for cohesion.
In the bedroom, we wanted to create simple tranquility. The grey colour continues into this space and the pop of colour is found in the bedding and closet. We opted to leave the closet exposed to the room because it allowed us to provide the added function of the desk. We knew that the homeowner was
GENERALLY IN A SMALLER SPACE, YOU WANT TO SELECT JUST ONE ACCENT COLOUR
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GLEN PELOSO & JAMIE ALEXANDER Glen Peloso and Jamie Alexander are principal designers of Peloso Alexander. Both have extensive experience in commercial, hospitality and residential design and bring a combined 35 years of experience to every client space. They create environments that merge their clients lifestyle, personality and architecture. Visit pelosoalexander.com
fastidious enough to keep the clothes looking pristine and colour blocked so it would always be visually appealing. The adjoining bathroom of the condo received an upgrade with a vanity, tower and lighting overhaul. These custom-made elements provided additional storage, making them worth the added cost.
A new mirror and side lighting provided that “hotel” bathroom feel and the simple white clean towels support the look.
This space that we called a "boring box” ended up as a classic well appointed home, perfect for our client. No one would say it lacked style or colour, and we achieved it all in just 450 sq. ft.
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A THEME SHOULD EMERGE THAT WILL THEN HELP INFORM THE OVERALL DIRECTION OF THE ROOM
01 Commit to a direction
When I do design consultations for homeowners, one of the most common questions I am asked is, “What is a nice colour for a kitchen/master bedroom/bathroom?” I am always quick to explain to clients this is the wrong place to start. Start with the overall mood you would like the space to embody. Is it a relaxing retreat? Is it a hip and funky entertaining space? Is it bohemian? Search for photos on the Internet of rooms that you love and find the common elements. A theme should emerge that will then help inform the overall direction of the room. If you’re stuck on determining this direction, hire a designer for a consultation, or take an online design quiz to help narrow your design identity.
DESIGNADVICE
I WOULD ARGUE THAT COLOUR,
among all the components that go into a room’s design, is the most influential factor in the overall success of a room. Your choice of colour can make a space feel soft and serene, bold and invigorating, or playful and whimsical – so it’s essential to ensure the correct colours are utilized to achieve the mood, or overall feel you want to accomplish. Here are my top five tips for adding colour to a room to achieve a look you’ll love.
by LISA CANNING
PHOTOS BY LARRY ARNAL
COLOUR YOUR world
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LISA CANNING Lisa Canning is a Toronto-based interior stylist with a penchant for chic, contemporary, personalized interiors. She has appeared as a design guest expert on CTV’s The Marilyn Denis Show, Global News and Breakfast Television. Her work has also appeared in the pages of Dabble, Chatelaine, Canadian Family, Home Decor and Renovations and more. Visit lisacanning.ca
02 Pick your palette from an inspiration piece
Once you have determined your style, let your palette derive from something that will be used in the space. This could be a gorgeous fabric, a great toss cushion or a beautiful piece of art. Pick three colours that exist in the piece and use those colours in other areas of the room. For this project, we went for an aesthetic that was sophisticated, serene and polished. I drew my palette from one of the pillow fabrics we selected, using yellow and shades of grey multiple times in the space. Inspiration for your colour palette could even come from your closet. An awesome blazer or printed shirt can definitely be the jumping off point for a room’s colour scheme.
03 Repeat colour for a harmonious look
Once you have determined your palette and you feel confident it will embody the overall aesthetic you’d love to see in the space, ensure the colour gets repeated a few times for a harmonious look. This trick of repeating a colour at least three times in a space is a technique I learned designing rooms for television shows, where you have a limited amount of screen time to make a big impression. In this space, we repeat yellow in the rugs, custom pillows and ottomans. Grey is repeated in the custom sectional, wall colour and rug.
04 Add something unexpected
In almost all my projects, I utilize a 70-25-5 per cent rule. I use 70 per cent of a main colour (in this case it is grey), 25 per cent of a secondary colour (yellow for
this room) and five per cent of a fun pop (teal for this client). Adding this fun pop of colour is like an exclamation point at the end of a sentence, or a red lipstick on a neutral outfit. It adds a bit of vibrancy that is unexpected but feels polished.
05 Don’t underestimate
the power of paint
My final tip in regards to successful use of colour in a room is about paint. Paint colour selection can be a very overwhelming decision to make, especially if one is making it without any context, mood direction or commitment to a scheme. But paint can dramatically impact the look of a space, and I always suggest to my clients to consider being bold. For these clients, neutral walls absolutely suited the polished, serene and sophisticated aesthetic we wanted to achieve. But in another context, I would not be afraid to wrap a room in an indigo blue, a warm rust or even a flat black. Paint is a relatively inexpensive way to add a lot of drama to a space, and the beauty is you can test colours with a lower level of commitment, than say, upholstery or art.
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DESIGNERQ&A
What was your inspiration behind the Bronson Canyon project?The clients had gotten married at the Parker Palm Springs, and loved the relaxed, high/low vibe there. So we started with the essence of the Parker, added in their love of all things luxe and the Spanish architecture of the house itself, and this is the result.
Describe the design of this home in three words.• Bohemian• Colourful• Fashiony
How did you balance achieving your client’s dreams but also your vision for the space?In this case, it was easy because our visions truly intersected. He’s a musician, she’s in the fashion industry and they both have a lot of personal style. They have a young family but they didn’t want to sacrifi ce luxury for practicality (music to any designers ears). They were willing – eager, actually – to take risks. And they trusted me from the start.
MASTERMix
by SARA DUCK / photos by PATRICK CLINE
Betsy Burnham is the principal designer of
Burnham Design, a boutique interior design
company in Los Angeles. She’s known for her
mix of bold decor choices, fashiony interiors
and fl awlessly balanced palettes. We take a
look inside one of her most colourful projects!
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What design element is fundamental to every space?I use vintage pieces in every project; bringing in something with some history is the best way to inject a room with personality and to keep it from looking too new and static. What was your greatest challenge on this project?The biggest challenge was probably the living room furniture plan. It was a big room, and I knew the clients wanted to use it for entertaining but also for smaller groups, so it was important to make it feel intimate and inclusive. I noticed that almost every tearsheet the clients responded to featured a double sofa layout, and as soon as we tried that, the rest of the room came together easily.
What detail do you love most about this project?The mix of elements in the nursery, from the blush-coloured ikat fabric we used on the daybed, to the Moroccan-style inlaid dresser, to the patchwork rug and the gallery of children’s art on the crib wall. You’ve mixed different patterns together in this space for a beautiful, eclectic look. How can homeowners mix patterns successfully in their space?Mixing patterns is really effective if you follow a couple of guidelines: pay close attention to scale, and keep a close eye on palette. It’s important to use a mix of sizes, from small, repetitive prints to medium-scale and on to larger, bolder ones. If you work within a rather narrow palette, the mix never looks too crazy. What is one item homeowners should splurge on for their home?I always tell clients to buy the best bedding they can afford. There’s nothing like crawling into wonderfully soft sheets at the end of a long day. So many homeowners are afraid of using colour, but you use bold colour through out this home. What top tips do you have for decorating with colour?My advice is to not be too literal with colour: just because you love a bold colour doesn’t mean you have to paint it on your walls! Instead, try starting with a creamy white wall, and introduce colour on upholstered furniture pieces or accessories. And – this is important – always use at least one neutral; it will ground your palette, no matter how bright.
BRINGING IN SOMETHING WITH SOME HISTORY IS THE BEST WAY TO INJECT A ROOM WITH PERSONALITY
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RENOVATING IS A GREAT WAY TO BOOST THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME, NOT TO MENTION THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
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Luckily the RenoMark program is here to help. Originally created by BILD in 2001, the program has since gone nation-wide to help Canadian homeowners find professional renovation across Canada.
There are more than 200 renovation companies in the GTA alone that have agreed to abide by a renovation-specific Code of Conduct to bear the RenoMark brand. Each of these companies has committed to providing at least two years of warranty on all work, carry a minimum $2 million in liability insurance and provide a detailed, written contract for all projects.
If you want to check out the full Code of Conduct, it can be found on renomark.ca – home to the national RenoMark program. The most important feature of this website is the searchable database which allows homeowners to quickly and easily find a RenoMark renovator or contractor in their area.
The database will then provide you with contact information for as many RenoMark renovators as you wish so that you can have the option of working with a professional renovator of your choice.
According to a recent study conducted by Altus Group, renovation spending in Canada has been on the rise since 1998 and doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon.
Renovating is a great way to boost the value of your home, not to mention the quality of life for you and your family. That’s why for the past 15 years, more and more Canadians are investing their hard-earned money into home renovations.
The report is predicting growth will continue at an annual rate of approximately three per cent per year.
Some of the reasons behind the success of the renovation industry in recent years is the significant increase in the prices of new homes, low borrowing rates and government incentives for energy-efficient renovations.
Today’s residential renovation industry is worth $63.4 billion nation-wide, which is approximately 3.7 per cent of the total GDP – a great example of the renovation sector’s impact on the national economy.
Just in the GTA alone, the residential renovation industry is responsible for creating close to 100,000 new jobs every year, and is one of the largest employers in our region. These are well-paying, quality jobs that add up to about $5.4 billion in wages.
Those wages are then pumped right back into the local economy as purchases, whether it’s food, clothes, cars or entertainment.
Of course, not all renovations are the same. If you’re planning on increasing the value of your home this fall, be sure to use a professional. Find one today at renomark.ca.
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OUTDOORLIVING
THE BACKYARD IS THE PERFECT SPOT FOR OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING, and has replaced the ‘party room’ in the basement as the location to hold dinner parties, brunches or just drinks with friends. For the last 10 years, the term ‘outdoor room’ has been used by realtors and homeowners to refer to any type of seating outside. You can’t assume that if you have a deck or a patio, you have an outdoor room. Another consideration is the ability to use an outdoor room for more than just spring and summer. As a general tip, installing the outdoor room at the end of the season can save you thousands of dollars. More construction companies are available to bid on your job in the fall than they are in the busy spring. Just make sure you add a heat source, so that you can use your amazing space for as long as possible.
by CARSON ARTHUR
THE THEoutdoor ROOM
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CARSON ARTHURCarson Arthur is an international landscape designer with a focus on environmentally friendly design. He is HGTV’s Critical Listing landscape guru and appears regularly on TV, writes for various publications about outdoor design and is the author of the acclaimed book Garden Designs for Outdoor Living. Visit carsonarthur.com
FLOORING. Just like any indoor room, your outdoor space needs a good floor. Decks and patios have traditionally been the best choice because they hold their value the longest with minimal effort. When choosing the best floor for your outdoor space, budget is always important. My favourite way to spend less and get the biggest return is to use one of the new types of pre-stained pressure treated wood that looks like cedar but costs significantly less, and allows you to create the impression of an outdoor hardwood floor with less maintenance. An alternate to traditional wood, composite decking has grown in popularity, even though it costs more. Homeowners are making the investment in products such as Trex and Veranda decking (homedepot.ca) because they offer a low maintenance solution that holds its value. If you already have a patio or a deck, consider adding an outdoor area rug. A well-placed rug can define a space, introduce a colour scheme or even create a focal point.
WALLS. Outdoor walls are not just for hanging pots. The walls around your outdoor room are also very important to create privacy. Whenever I mention outdoor walls, people always assume that I’m referring to the fences around the property line. To me, the fence defines a boundary, whereas the walls around an outdoor room create intimacy and keep your guests from feeling like they are on display. The key to a successful privacy screen is to keep it close to where you actually need privacy. Sit in your space and take a look at which neighbours can see you. These are the lines of sight that need outdoor walls!
ROOF. Not just for blocking the sun, an outdoor roof defines the room. My favourite option will always be the pergola. Great for growing vines, creating ambience, even for hanging outdoor lights, the pergola makes any outdoor space feel welcoming and intimate. Some may think a pergola is purely decorative, but to me, when I walk into an outdoor room with a roof, it just feels right. It’s that intangible connection that you want a potential buyer to unconsciously notice.
Every renovation we make to our homes not only has to meet our needs as homeowners, it should also increase the home’s value. This idea of return on investment (ROI) has arguably become the most important factor influencing how we spend our renovation budgets. If you can create a home that works for your family and at the same time know that
INSTALLING THE OUTDOOR ROOM AT THE END OF THE SEASON CAN SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS
HERE ARE KEY ITEMS THAT YOU NEED TO CREATE THE PERFECT OUTDOOR ROOM:
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GEOMETRY. Shape and line are huge this season! We've moved past gentle curves and simple lines to strong geometric shapes and big, repetitive patterns.
Just add accent pieces that complement your foundation decor to get the look without the commitment. Or go big with feature pieces that dominate, and enjoy the strong, sassy style these prominent and playful patterns create.
tip: Patterns can be combined. While you don't want to create an optical illusion, you can use patterns within a colour theme to play off of each other. Just be sure to include some solids in the overall melange.
A LAST WORD ON A HOT TREND
by ELISA KROVBLIT
STYLEFILE
JO ALCORN
Jo Alcorn is a celebrity designer
specializing in small spaces and
design solutions for all budgets.
She is the interior expert on
HGTV’s new show Critical
Listing, and shares her expertise
regularly on TV and through her
monthly column at the Toronto
Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca
YOU SPEND A THIRD OF YOUR DAY
in your bedroom, so it should be a
relaxing place to unwind and get that
important beauty sleep your body
needs. Recently, I gave my bedroom a
major makeover. Here are my top tips
to create a beautiful and comfortable
bedroom retreat on any budget.
COOL COLOUR PALETTE. I’ve had
red bedrooms and I’ve had pale blue
rooms. I can honestly say colour
psychology is real. A cool, serene,
colour palette makes all the difference
in creating a relaxing room. Go for soft
and subtle colours if you want a respite
from the busy world outside. For my
bedroom makeover, I chose Whistle
Stop 50BB from CIL’s paint collection
to create a calming effect.
THE PERFECT BED. I had an awkward small window in my
bedroom that I had to hide. I chose a padded headboard
that was just high enough to cover the window.
I wouldn’t call myself a DIY’er, but when the time
comes, I can step up. I found a headboard with clean lines
at HomeSense (homesense.ca) for $300. However, it wasn’t
quite the right colour for my project. When I found a cotton,
patterned shower curtain for $30, I thought I’d tackle a DIY
project and create the perfect headboard. Voilà! A custom-
made headboard on a budget.
SIDE TABLE CONUNDRUM. Side tables are a useful element
to every bedroom. But it can be hard to choose the right
one. So many questions come to mind! Do I need extra
drawers or countertop space? What height, size, colour
or material should I choose? For my makeover, I needed
something to match the height and scale of the bed. I found
the perfect side table at mirens.com. The side tables had a
unique design, with added bedroom storage. With my DIY
skills already set in motion, I swapped the handles to white,
to tie in with the rest of the bedroom design. Another
inexpensive project with a big result!
LAYERED LIGHTING. I love a bedroom with ambient
lighting. A lamp with a soft bulb, mixed with task lighting
for reading a book, plus decorative side lamps can add
some drama to a room. The white horned oversized side
lamps from Mirens I used in my bedroom were the perfect
conversational piece in the room. Don’t forget about
overhead lighting. This is another great place to add some
art to the room. I used a signature Jo Alcorn light from
artcraftlighting.com, which added a touch of whimsy to
the room. Layering lighting in any room, particularly your
bedroom, allows for the perfect mix of function and comfort.
COMFY CARPET OR RUG. Having the perfect texture
underfoot when you step out of bed can improve your
whole bedroom experience. Rugs add warmth to any space.
MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL. I love how mirrors
create different dimensions within a space. To bring the
bed and those amazing lamps to another level, I layered
HomeSense mirrors on the wall to add a grand, romantic
feeling to the bedroom. Mirrors make your room appear
larger, and these ones also added a feeling of luxury and
sophistication to the bedroom.
Use these simple tips to create your perfect bedroom
and ensure you get an amazing night’s sleep!
by JO ALCORN | photography by JASON HARTOG
Suite DREAMS
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Jo Alcorn is a celebrity designer
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Listing, and shares her expertise
regularly on TV and through her
monthly column at the Toronto
Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca
drawers or countertop space? What height, size, colour
or material should I choose? For my makeover, I needed
something to match the height and scale of the bed. I found
the perfect side table at mirens.com. The side tables had a
unique design, with added bedroom storage. With my DIY
skills already set in motion, I swapped the handles to white,
to tie in with the rest of the bedroom design. Another
inexpensive project with a big result!
LAYERED LIGHTING. I love a bedroom with ambient
lighting. A lamp with a soft bulb, mixed with task lighting
for reading a book, plus decorative side lamps can add
some drama to a room. The white horned oversized side
lamps from Mirens I used in my bedroom were the perfect
conversational piece in the room. Don’t forget about
overhead lighting. This is another great place to add some
art to the room. I used a signature Jo Alcorn light from
artcraftlighting.com, which added a touch of whimsy to
the room. Layering lighting in any room, particularly your
bedroom, allows for the perfect mix of function and comfort.
COMFY CARPET OR RUG. Having the perfect texture
underfoot when you step out of bed can improve your
whole bedroom experience. Rugs add warmth to any space.
MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL. I love how mirrors
create different dimensions within a space. To bring the
bed and those amazing lamps to another level, I layered
HomeSense mirrors on the wall to add a grand, romantic
feeling to the bedroom. Mirrors make your room appear
larger, and these ones also added a feeling of luxury and
sophistication to the bedroom.
Use these simple tips to create your perfect bedroom
and ensure you get an amazing night’s sleep!
JASON HARTOGDREAMS
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