Kitchen – Investing in Vacation Properties

Text by Norma-Jean Alt More and more people are purchasing vacation homes. For some, it’s just a way to make vacations easier with less bother. But many are buying luxurious second homes with investment in mind. Vacation Kitchen - Investing in properties, given favorable demo-graphic trends, are a powerful, long-term investment, one that will sig-nificantly increase ... Read More

Eclectic Décor Meets Luxury Living Rooms

Text by Norma –Jean Alt We live in an era where the world has never been as accessible. And we are exploring our planet to such a degree that influences from other cultures are permeating our lifestyles. Music…food… furniture… fashion…artwork… are all impacted. Trends are blended into an eclectic décor, with treasures stemming from every marketplace. This ... Read More

Why Hire An Interior Decorator?

Text by Norma-Jean Alt The Benefits of Working with an Interior Decorator You finally have the budget, time and inclination to decorate your home. So, what’s your first step in getting the process underway? Should you check decorating magazines to determine style? Perhaps trips to fabric stores are warranted? Or, should you start thinking about furniture arrangements? Although these are elements ... Read More

Furniture Trends for 2008

Text By Nancy Johnston These days consumers are developing a more responsible and ethical attitude toward the environment which is starting to shape their purchasing habits. When it comes to buying furniture this appears to be the trend, as consumers are not only looking for quality, durability and flexibility, but also for furniture that is made ... Read More

Home Spas

Text By Nancy Johnston Today, home spas come in shapes, colors and sizes to match any taste, budget and available space. The latest models include a wide variety of lighting, music, water jet and seating options. You might want lounge-style that allows you to soak while fully reclined, or you could opt for the bench or ... Read More

Savvy Living Room Decorating

Text By Nancy Johnston If you want your living room to look like it leapt off the cover of a magazine, you can use the same techniques the professionals use to achieve the same kind of results. By changing the look of your living room, you can effectively set or change the mood of it. To ... Read More

Fabric – Different Types and Their Uses

Text by Lily Sokhi Fabrics complete the look of a room. A room could be full of furniture and nick knacks and will still look bare without the use of fabric. You can take the look of a room from rags to riches by changing the soft furnishings. The theme of the room can be changed ... Read More

Basic Boat Maintenance

Text By Blair Korchinski If you are like most boat owners, your boat represents a substantial investment. This means you not only want to protect that investment, but you want as much trouble free service from your boat as possible. As with most things, some basic maintenance will ensure that you get the maximum enjoyment and ... Read More

Creating an Extension of Your Home

Text by Norma-Jean Alt Outdoor living in recent years has become a reality for most people thanks to garden spaces. As the weather gets warmer each year and there are more products from lighting to heating units to get us outside at any time of the day, the potential for gardening grows. Elegantly appointed decks and ... Read More

Flooring Options

Text by Nancy Johnston In the last decade there’s been a steady trend towards more organic or natural flooring for both new construction as well as renovating existing living spaces. Canadians have been busily ripping out their old carpeting and installing new easy to maintain and aesthetically pleasing alternatives. Today the choices for flooring are extensive ... Read More

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