Monthly Archives: September 2011

Reconsider Wallpaper

Frequently I hear “Wallpaper? No. It’s not for me”. When I ask why, the usual answers are along the line of it being dated, reminding them of their grandparents kitchen decor, or feeling like a hotel. I can understand all … Continue reading

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Come Inside

Today’s installment of Come Inside takes us to the first home of a young couple. Names: Amanda and Victor Occupations: Teacher, Associate Consultant Do you have any pets? Yes, 2 cats named Maxwell and Oscar Do you have any kids? … Continue reading

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Paint-dipped Furniture

Have you heard or seen paint-dipped furniture? If not, let me introduce you to it: Meet these paint-dipped chairs – I am not sure where this picture originated Design Files Isn’t it pretty? But that’s not all. You can do … Continue reading

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Design in Toronto

I absolutely love windows. Old or new, it doesn’t matter. I just love them. Here are a couple great ones I’ve seen in and around Toronto: University of Toronto, St. George campus Church on College Street, just west of Bathurst … Continue reading

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The Sofa Debate: Colourful or Neutral?

a href=”http://www.iwasheredesigns.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/roomandboard6.jpg”> Room and Board One of the most common things I hear is that people want simple sofas in neutral colours. I understand why this is the case. We have a tendency to want the sofa to be able … Continue reading

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