Why Hire an Interior Designer?
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
Everyone has heard a renovation horror story before. Costs add up, timelines fall by the wayside, expensive mistakes are made and the end result is not what the owner had hoped for. But it doesn’t have to be like that. Working with an experienced interior designer can help to ensure the experience is a positive one and that the end result reflects your goals. A designer can see the end result, even at the beginning of the process. Here are just a few ways they will add value to your project: Their professional knowledge will help you navigate the myriad of decisions to be made. They will st ..read more
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Relaxed Living Toronto Family Home
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
This full house renovation was one of our most fun projects to work on to date. Located on a quiet street in midtown Toronto, the original structure was a small but sunny home with a welcoming vibe that was in need of some modernizing. Our clients are a young family with a penchant for relaxed living who wanted to infuse their love of music, plants, art and holistic health and wellness throughout the home. We started our plan by looking at the day-to-day habits of the family and what areas were important to them from a functionality perspective. The overall layout of the walls in the home rema ..read more
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Basement Laundry Room Reveal
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
This laundry room project is one of our most dramatic “before and after’s” to date. Located in the basement of our client’s single story family home in Toronto’s west end, the room was an unfinished space that housed the furnace, the washer-dryer, an old fridge used for kitchen overflow, and a miscellaneous array of storage items ranging from the vacuum cleaner to their cats’ litter boxes. Our clients are busy professionals with a growing family who wanted to maximize the potential of this valuable but inefficiently used space.  Laundry Room “Before”: We started our plan by taking an i ..read more
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Fabric 101
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
Choosing fabric can be both exciting and daunting. In some cases, simple and serviceable is best. In other instances, it makes sense to take a risk in terms of pattern or to invest more in a luxe fabric. Here are some simple guidelines to help take the guesswork out of your decision-making: Stick to natural fabrics for occasional furniture and window coverings – items which have less of a tendency of getting very dirty or damaged when being used. As a general rule, look for items over 40,000 “rubs” when considering a fabric for upholstery. What is the fabric you are looking at made of ..read more
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How to Determine the Most Efficient Furniture Layout for Your Space
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
We believe that the ideal home décor solution lives at the intersection of function and beauty. When redecorating, giving equal thought to the furniture and where it is placed will provide you with a room that works for you in every way.  Here are five steps you should take to determine the most efficient furniture layout for your space: 1. Measure and Map Start by taking detailed measurements of the space (including windows and entryways) and the pieces of furniture you plan to keep. If you have doors that swing into the room, measure how far the door swings out when open.  Next, ma ..read more
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5 Modern Home Design Trends to Inspire Your Project
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
Over the years, there have been a number of statement-making modern home design trends that we have incorporated into our clients’ rooms. Whether it’s something as small as a cabinet pull or as bold as patterned wallpaper, these trends are impactful enough to ‘wow’ guests while still working in an everyday environment. Take a look through these modern home designs from some of our recent projects to find the inspiration you need for your space. 1. Top-to-Bottom Wallpaper For many, the idea of wallpapering a room immediately sparks visions of outdated décor. But nowadays, there are more beautif ..read more
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Interior Design Tips: How to Pick a Sofa – Part 2
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
You have given your ideal sofa some thought and now you are out shopping for it. But, often it is hard to find exactly what you envisioned on the floor of a showroom. There will be options to choose from in-store (from fabric to cushion fill and legs or skirts) to make your dream a reality. Here is how to navigate some of the questions that may arise: Cushion Fill: What are the seat and back cushions of the sofa made from?  If they are foam or foam wrapped with Dacron (a material that kind of looks and feels like cotton batting) they will be on the firm side. They will keep their shape b ..read more
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Interior Design Tips: Picking a Sofa – Part 1
Four Blocks South Blog
by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
A sofa is one of the most important furniture purchases you will make for your home. You’ll use it a lot so it needs to be comfortable and fit well in your space. The rest of the room it is in will revolve around it so the sofa is a crucial decorating detail to get right.  It can also be a substantial investment. We always suggest trying to buy the best quality that you can as it will last you the longest (in the long run, it’s better for your pocket book and for the environment).  Below are a few things to consider before you go shopping to help ensure you make the right decision ..read more
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Using Colour Effectively: A Beginner’s Guide
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by Beth Lowenfeld
1y ago
We often encounter clients who say they are afraid of colour but, when we get right down to it, it is really that they are afraid of making bold and/or costly decisions that they worry they will tire of in the long run. Add some drama to your dining room by using bold paint colour Here are a few ways to ensure that you get the impact you want without the risk you fear: A powder room is a great place to try a bold colour. It is a transient space—never used for very long—and always experienced in isolation from the other spaces around it. The door is (almost) always closed! So, it is an oppor ..read more
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