happy birthday...

Mike and I are thrilled to announce the arrival our baby girl. We are proud parents... happy and in love with our sweet little one. We wanted to take this opportunity to share our joy.

{bird and poppy image by Geninne D. Zlatkis, Mexico}

the beauty of backsplash...

When it comes to designing your kitchen, backsplash can really set the tone. There are so many options from patterned tile to subway tile, marble to metal, glass, porcelain and even wallpaper backsplash! White subway tiles always provide a clean and crisp look for an extremely reasonable cost. It’s a great place to save money on your project so you can put it towards other aspects of your kitchen. Plus, white subway tiles compliment many different design looks such as modern, traditional and French provincial. Wallpaper can be used as kitchen backsplash, adding a wild and fun element to your space. Just make sure to put a coat of polyurethane on top so that the paper is easier to clean, as it will most likely get dirty. Changing up your backsplash can be a fast and relatively low-budget way to make a big transformation in your kitchen.

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lovin' lucite...

I have always had a thing for Lucite… what a unique and inspiring material! Lucite is actually a brand name for an acrylic resin developed in the 1930s… so pretty much Lucite is just a type of plastic but it sounds so much fancier when we refer to it as Lucite. Since it arrived on the design scene, this see-through beauty has made a lasting impression, providing us with a strong array of classy and chic furniture. Lucite’s airy presence is especially useful in small spaces, as it adds no visual clutter. It’s funky, it’s crisp and it’s neutral… it’s time for you to add some Lucite to your life.

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dwelling for little one...

My husband Mike and I are expecting our little one in less than a month now (holy smokes!). We have had fun creating a special, happy and cozy space for our baby to call home. We have filled the room with hand-made items created with love and we put our energy into producing a functional, cheerful and positive environment. It’s tricky to make a space gender neutral but I think we have done it successfully. Here are some images that inspired our nursery… I hope they inspire you too! Stay tuned for photos of our nursery.

{images: 1. bungalow rocker, 2. mobile, 3. eclectic and colourful nursery, 4. whale tissue box, 5. pouf, 6. giraffe lamp, 7. wallpaper in nursery, 8. beanbag bookend, 9. mid-century nursery}

white space...

Nothing brightens up a space like crisp white walls. A fresh coat of white paint will immediately illuminate your room and even make it appear bigger. The key to utilizing white walls effectively is choosing bold and punchy colours to create a happy and cheerful environment or pairing the stark white walls with warm and natural materials such as wood or leather to create a sense of balance. White does not mean sterile… with the right personal touches it can provide you with a bright yet cozy modern space.

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we'll all float on...

Who needs legs and brackets when you can embrace the effortless beauty of the float. There is a magical simplicity to interior design features that appear to be floating. Floating shelves, desks, vanities, benches and staircases have become quite popular, offering a very modern and minimal look. By taking visual weight out of the equation, your functional furniture appears light and airy. The floating staircase is an especially impressive invention, as it seems to defy the very laws of physics. Sometimes less is more… these sleek floating features appear simple in design, however, they have a strong visual impact.

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summer time and the livin's easy...

Summer time and livin’s easy… and the design is freakin’ cute!! The sun is shining and it has inspired this bright and colourful post. Here are some adorable outdoor products to make your summer time interior design style funky and fun. I believe that your environment directly impacts your mood; these products are guaranteed to create a happy vibe so get outside and surround yourself with some hot summer finds.

{images: 1. tivoli radio, 2. bbq, 3. camera strap, 4. planters, 5. bird feeders, 6. towel, 7. ping pong paddle (+ cover), 8. outdoor pillows, 9. hee chairs, 10. acapulco bag, 11. beach umbrella print}