The checkerboard pattern - it's a yes for us! This trend has our hearts and we are here for bringing back the old-school-style of it in our projects. The possibilities are endless and there are ways to keep it feeling fresh and modern as well. There are so many different options of bringing this pattern into a space and there is no wrong place for it - or at least in our opinion. Keep reading to see what we would pick and our favourite inspiration. We share our favourite check print decor pieces at the very end! Design by Leanne Ford Interiors We love the warmer tones of this checkerboard ..read more

Are you looking to sell your home or maybe even just get ideas that you can do to update your home to keep it current and “on-trend” ? How can you update your home to justify a higher selling point? Which changes are even worth the Return on Investment and which are unnecessary? Keep reading to see what 5 updates we think can help increase your home or rental property's list price and 5 unnecessary updates. Make sure to take a look and share the full blog post with someone that you think may be interested. 1. Paint: updating your space with a fresh coat of paint can make all the difference! F ..read more

We are excited to share our latest project, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Simcoe. This enchanting cottage stands as a cherished weekend retreat for our beloved clients and their extended family. Embracing the serene beauty of its surroundings, the LVZ Design team played a pivotal role in shaping both the construction process and interior design, ensuring a seamless fusion of style and nature. Shop Kitchen & Living Our approach to this project was rooted in the desire to seamlessly blend our clients' sophisticated aesthetic with the inherent charm of lakeside living. From ..read more

Painting is one of the best ways to freshen up your home this spring! Did you know that it is suggested to repaint the interior of your home every 5 - 10 years? Heavy traffic areas or spaces in frequent contact with moisture may need a fresh coat even sooner. If you notice chipping or cracking in the paint, then it’s definitely time for a fresh coat. New paint can make all the difference in brightening up your space and can even help with adding value to your property!  As we begin a new season, we thought we would share a list of our favourite paint colours. Paint colours can be tricky ..read more

Art is something that feeds our souls-whether we create it, admire it, or remember it. Art is therefore also a very personal thing. For some people it is an obligatory decorating item and they will happily leave it to us as designers to find something of the right size and within their budget to fill the identified space. For others it is an extremely important aspect in the design and they would often have us start the whole process based on a single piece of art, or change direction completely to accommodate a piece they found and fell in love with. This brings me to the theme of this post ..read more

Wabi-Sabi, a captivating Japanese concept, has made its mark in the world of interior design. Rooted in the appreciation of imperfection and the beauty of transience, Wabi-Sabi offers a refreshing departure from the pursuit of flawlessness. Instead, it embraces simplicity, natural materials, and the passage of time, creating spaces that are authentic, serene, and deeply connected to the natural world. At the heart of Wabi-Sabi lies the celebration of imperfections and the aged. It cherishes the unique character and history that objects acquire through time. This philosophy is reflected in the ..read more

There is no denying that it can be difficult to keep up let alone stay loyal to your personal interior taste when there are just so many beautiful and new interior design trends that seem to emerge each year. You know, the design trends that once had you entering strong evidence to present to your opposing council to win your case for execution. (And by that we mean getting your spouse on board with the décor change that will be happening regardless if they like it or not by referencing a slew of Pinterest photos). Yes, we have been there too. And yes, we may also have painted a kitchen island ..read more

They often say that you can find your design style by looking at your fashion style. I would like to think it also works the other way around. At least that was my approach for our most recent trip. After listening to all the latest horror travel stories, we decided on carry-on luggage only for our two week trip to Italy and Switzerland. My capsule wardrobe had to include lounge wear, comfortable shoes and a few nicer outfits for eating out as well as a concert or two. I decided to look at my favourite images from past design projects and take my palette cues from there. Below is what I came ..read more

It has been a lifelong dream of mine to travel to italy. In February of this year I got the opportunity to do just that. Being slightly deprived of travelling these past few years, it was especially exciting. Apart from great food and wine, the thing that struck me most was the beautiful architecture with amazing stone and tile work. The detailed work found in floors as well as ceilings were mindblowing and inspiring, to say the least. If you are planning a renovation or bathroom remodel or building your dream home soon, keep reading for beautiful inspiration. We started our journey in Nice, F ..read more

Trends come and go and even though we believe in classic features and our design philosophy will always be timeless over trends, it admittedly is fun to think about how to incorporate interior design trends into our work while maintaining our own aesthetic. It really isn’t possible to predict all trends with absolute certainty, but we can at least give you our perspective on it. A lot of what we see forecasted for 2022 are iterations of the previous two years. I think this just means that with so much uncertainty around us, we are not ready for big leaps right now. Not necessarily a bad thing ..read more