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The summer is officially here and we all can enjoy a well deserved ice cream and fruit salad season. Breakfast coffee in the backyard while children are still in bed, long lunch break walks, BBQ and many activities outside are some of the things that come to mind when I think of summer. Catching velvety rays of sunlight during the warmer months is joyful and we naturally spend more time outside. While being outside a lot, a home always stays a sanctuary we tend to seek comfort in. I would like to share some of my favourite decorating ideas to inspire you to create a cheerful and happy environment at home! The main idea behind all of them is bringing the outdoors in,...

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Creating Comfort at Home

Apr 01. 2020

We all like to be able to come home and feel relaxed and comfortable. A home is supposed to be a sanctuary where you are able to relax and unwind away from the outside world. In reality, many homeowners are not satisfied with how their home looks or functions and often cannot pinpoint why. Traffic flow is the number one hindrance to a successful furniture arrangement. Poorly placed traffic paths and improperly dimensioned pieces generate irritation and create safety hazards. Improving circulation routes in your home will ensure creation of a calming and stress-reducing environment. Observe the regularly traveled traffic paths and look for ways to rearrange your furniture so that you do not hinder open door passages and create pools...

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Big Impact

Feb 29. 2020

My husband and I bought our first brand new home from a builder in 2015. Both of us were sure that this would be our dream home and we would never move again. The house was a detached home, upgraded according to our taste and backing onto a park-in-the-making, which was a huge commodity in the GTA. Life went on, kids grew older, and our plans for future have changed completely when we decided to move to Ottawa and convinced my parents to move as well. All that said, people go through lifestyle and life cycle changes despite the condition of their home – whether new or old. There will always be things that no longer work for or satisfy an owner. If...

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Market Trends

Jan 27. 2020

Year 2020 has officially started and it is exciting to tap into numerous speculations about upcoming interior design trends. Interior design magazines interview their favourite interior designers to find the home ideas that are to be everywhere soon. How do we predict trends at CPI Interiors? Being a franchise of Decorating Den, the largest design franchise company in North America, we regularly receive reports about what was seen in the latest High Point Market exhibit. The High Point, North Carolina furniture market, is the place that designers from around the world go to see the latest in home furnishing trends. The market, open only to the trade, consists of over 180 buildings, 12 million square feet of show space and is home...

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Getting your Family Room Ready for Holidays

Dec 11. 2019

It is already December and it is so nice to listen to classic Christmas music on the radio. The holiday season is here!Christmas tree is up, our home is decorated and the Elf on the Shelf has arrived. I hope you enjoy all the Christmas activities that get you into the holiday spirit too. If you are hosting this year, soon enough, your family room will be filled with presents and loving family members for the big holiday celebration. There is still time to make sure your living space encourages the party and acclimates guests with ease. Consider the following tips to get your family room ready for the holidays: 1) Organize The first step is any room transformation is decluttering. Get rid of that stack of old magazines and another...

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The Secret To a Comfortable Family/Living Room

Oct 04. 2019

Family room is such a personal space! This multifunctional area of our homes is where we gather together and relax, read, watch TV and entertain. Usually, this is where we have our guests, so it is essential that the decoration shine. So, what is it that makes a family room comfortable and attractive? Whatever uses your family room may have, your primary goal will be to design a usable and inviting space. And the first step in accomplishing this goal is to crate a comfortable "conversation area". Very simply, you want to arrange your furniture in a way that allows you to carry on a relaxed conversation without having to raise your voice of stretch to grab your drink from a coffee or side...

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Make Your Entryway the Best First Impression

Aug 08. 2019

First Impression is a Lasting One It takes just 26 seconds for a guest to form an opinion of your home when they walk through the front door. What does your space say about you? While we try to resist the urge to judge, there’s no doubt that first impressions count. Does your home’s entryway feel ignored? It may be a guest’s first impression of your house, but this room doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. For a truly warm welcome, consider using warm colours in wall paint or accessories. Use natural textures to make the entryway feel more comfortable. Many entryways can seem small and crowded. Adding a mirror creates depth and adds a bit of practicality – you can check your hair before...

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How to Add Character to Your Bedroom

Jul 02. 2019

Happy Canada Day to you and your family! I hope you had a wonderful long weekend spent with the people that mean the most to you! I decided to devote the month of July to bedroom design and will be posting little tips and tricks together with inspirational photos on how to make your bedroom feel like a retreat or your own personal oasis. To stay tuned, you can follow me on Facebook or Instagram. To achieve feelings of comfort and satisfaction, you can put energy into your furniture and the way you style your bed. Another great way of adding character to your space would be adding an accent wall. Perhaps you don’t want to clutter the space with too much...

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Brighten Your Summer Days

Jun 03. 2020

Creating Comfort at Home

Apr 01. 2020

Big Impact

Feb 29. 2020

Market Trends

Jan 27. 2020

Getting your Family Room Ready for Holidays

Dec 11. 2019

The Secret To a Comfortable Family/Living Room

Oct 04. 2019

Make Your Entryway the Best First Impression

Aug 08. 2019

How to Add Character to Your Bedroom

Jul 02. 2019