Project Cedarglen Kitchen Remodel: BEFORE + AFTER

BEFORE

Stop the press! The pics are finally in! We are delighted to share the BEFORE + AFTER of the Cedarglen Kitchen in Mississauga which got a complete overhaul from the cabinetry, flooring, lighting and so much more. This 16 yr old kitchen was in much need of a makeover and just crying out to be transformed into this light filled space.

In addition to all new IKEA cabinetry we also added a whole bank of cabinets to the opposite wall increasing the footprint of the kitchen and adding much needed storage solutions for our client.

Increased footprint by adding bank of cabinets to bare wall.

BEFORE

In addition to all new custom cabinetry we also added a custom spice rack, a pull-out waste organizer under the sink, double drawers above the microwave, farmhouse sink, 700 CFM rangehood, slide-in gas range, double drawer dishwasher and blind corner pull-out carousel.

BEFORE

BEFORE

Blind corner pull-out carousel

Custom Spice Rack & Double drawer dish washer

Additional drawers under upper cabinets

Farmhouse Sink

Pull-out waste organizer under sink

Slide in gas range & 700 CFM rangehood

We absolutely love what we do and are blessed to be working with the bestest clients who trust us our vision and our work. If you love makeovers as much as we do then check out this other Kitchen Remodel we completed in Mississauga. And more BEFORE + AFTERS on our website where we have dedicated a complete page for your perusing.

Head on over to the website to see more pics of this gorgeous Kitchen and give us a shout when you are ready to renovate your kitchen space.

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Lynda

Featured on Designer Spotlight Discern Living

We have been featured on the "DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT" series by Discern Living which is a one stop destination for Home Decor and Interior Design. Absolutely ecstatic with this feature where we share with you our heritage design practices, favorite museums and the designers we admire the most. A special Thank you to Priyanka Badlani and the Discern Living Team for this feature on their site. Here is an excerpt from the article and you can view the complete interview HERE.

What heritage design principle do you carry along in your current practice? 

When we design or decorate homes, we often use vintage elements to bring character and a bit of history to a room. Sometimes, the client will show us an exquisite bowl that belonged to her grandmother and we will find a way to integrate it into the grand plan. At the Fenwick Residence, for example, we salvaged the client's old hardwood floor boards and turned them into the counter top for her home bar. This way, the clients can still hold on to memories that are sentimental to them. Other times, we visit antique markets at Brimfield and Aberfoyle to find furniture, lighting, and accessories that fit the period of the home, and the overall design scheme. 

When designing a room, what is the most important factor that you like to keep in mind?

The most important factor when designing a room is telling the client's story, likes and interests through the ART. At the Fenwick Residence, our client's love for gardening was brought into the living room, through vintage botanical plates that we framed and mounted. At the Berryman Residence, we mounted a series of macro black and white photographs to display the family's love for sports and music. Rather than just putting up a pretty painting we will take it one step further and curate the displays to show off the client's personality and dreams.

See the entire interview on the Discern Living site. Discern Living is a discovery based platform that simplifies your shopping experience for furniture and home decor. Based in India if you are looking for design solutions for your home do check out their vast range of products.

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Lynda

How to use Grey in Interior Decor

Delighted to share with you that we were invited to give our Top 3 Tips on "How to use grey in Interior Decor" and our post was published on the Discern Living website, a one stop destination for Home Decor & Interior Design. The cover pic featured our work from the Berryman project completed in Mississauga and we couldn't be more happier.

See an excerpt from the post here below and head over to the link to see the other tips on using grey in paint colors, furniture and accessories. The color grey is still very popular and is popping up not just in living rooms and bedrooms but nurseries too. It can be injected not just on walls but in art and accessories too.

Tip 1: How would you use grey in a home?  

Grey is one of the most popular neutral colours for a home. The palette offers a variety of shades and tones, ranging from a cool, bluish grey to a warm taupe-like grey. Introducing grey into your home is fairly easy when it is paired with lighter colours like blush pink, mint green or white. Try injecting these punches of colour through the artwork, cushions, drapery and rugs.

As pink is one of the Pantone colours of 2016 (Rose Quartz, to be more precise), it is already having its moment in the spotlight. While it may seem like a difficult colour to bring into the home due to its reputation as an overtly girly shade, it works very well when paired with grey. A great example of this pairing is seen below, where the pink and peach is used sparingly in the wall decor, rugs and cushions, helping to turn this space into a light-filled, cosy corner.

See Tips 2 & 3 on the Discern Living site HERE.

Thank you so much to Priyanka and the team at Discern Living for inviting us to share our expertise and be a part of the Discern Living vision.

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Lynda

Top 5 Kitchen Trends

With the team working tirelessly on two kitchen renovations right now I thought I would round up my favorite kitchens and share my Top 5 Kitchen Trends with you. Kitchens are the heart of a home and friends will always gravitate to this space so why not make it as pretty as the rest of the house. If you are planning to tackle a Kitchen Reno then here are some ideas to help you along. 

1. DARK & LIGHT CABINETS

We are increasingly spotting the combination of dark lower and light upper cabinets in kitchens and here they are combined with wood bar stools in golden tones and delicate lights to create the right balance of contrast and warmth. Dark lower cabinets ground the space while light upper cabinets keep it feeling bright and airy. If an entire kitchen in dark cabinets is too much for you then consider going dark with just your kitchen island giving the room a focal point. 

Amber Interior Design

Studio McGee

Emily Henderson

2. PATTERNED BACKSPLASH / FLOORS

Patterned back splashes or floors are a great way to break up a bank of self colored cabinets and walls. Tiles are getting more & more prettier with a whole range of mosaic, patterned and textured tile options available out there. If you are nervous to cover the entire floor in pattern then consider just doing a patterned back splash while keeping the counter tops classic. Cement tiles which continue to be my favorite are showing up not just in washrooms but in kitchens too, and HERE you can check out some of our favorite tiles spotted during our hunts.

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JH Interior Design

3. ART IN THE KITCHEN

What can I say - it's the artist in me that speaks ! But seriously - why restrict art to just your living rooms? why not introduce some beautiful vintage pieces in your kitchen too to make the space interesting and add some much need color. I have all my graphite sketches hung in my kitchen and they bring so much personality to the room. My whole approach to designing is thinking outside the box. Using items in a way that is not expected is my key.

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Lauren Liess

Devol Kitchens

4. OPEN SHELVES

Open shelves continue to show up in kitchens and offer a great option to displaying your pretty dishes, plants and accessories. Having upper and lower cabinets leaves the kitchen feeling very boxy and top heavy whereas with shelves you have an open plan look and the storage is no less. While it may not be for everyone (especially me with my dust ridden home) they are a lovely way to bring style and elegance to an otherwise utilitarian space. 

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Lauren Leiss

5. COVERED RANGE HOODS

The range hood is a necessity but it does not need to look ugly. In the past they were concealed behind cabinet doors or a huge metal sheet but today you have way more options. Consider cladding it with wood planks, tiles or even marble. You could either beef it up to be the focal point of the room or clad it in the same finish as your back wall so that it disappears. But remember every room needs just one 'focal point' to ground the space - one too many and you have lost your focus.

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Design is all about taking risks, thinking outside the box and bringing personality to a space. If you are still unsure about which direction to go in for your kitchen then call in the pros - basically Dhiraj and Lynda who are happy to take those calculated risks for you and turn your house into a home. 

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Cedarglen Kitchen Remodel - Demo and Install in Mississauga

This seems to be the month for kitchens with the team working tirelessly to complete the Jeffcoat Kitchen in Etobicoke and the Cedarglen Kitchen in Mississauga. The Cedarglen kitchen is nearly complete with just a little trim work left and then it's on to the professional pictures.

The kitchen started off as a builder's grade kitchen and was a dated brown and white space with mismatched counter tops, ceramic tiles with a green hint and white  appliances.

We tore out the cabinets and tiled floor and went down to the Oriented Strand sub-floor. Behind the cabinets we found the usual shortcuts along with a few techniques that we had never seen before such as using a hammer as a stud finder when mounting cabinets......

As this is a stacked townhouse we had many constraints such as walls, casings, doorways etc. We put the design together using IKEA'a planning software, but  had to revert to Sketchup to include non IKEA items such as the apron front farmhouse sink and IKEA modifications such as a custom 35" wall cabinet with integral drawers and a 10" cabinet using a drawer front as the door. Other modifications was to build in a floor-to-ceiling pantry with a combination of tall and short cabinets filled with drawers.

The countertop is Juparna Delicatus and blends nicely with the 2 x 12 Glass Subway tile in silver grey with light grey grout. The floor tiles are 24 x 24 polished Porcelain in White.

Other modifications were the addition of under-counter lighting, recessed lighting in the ceiling and a central ceiling fitting. Dimmers were added throughout for lighting control.

We will have the professional pics soon but until then follow along on Instagram or Facebook and don't forget to sign up for our newsletter where we promise to send you only the good stuff! 

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Top Global Design Trends - Part 1

While we have been busy with numerous projects (Jeffcoat Basement, Cedarglen Kitchen and more) that we are shuttling between, some other cool stuff has been happening. We are so delighted to share with you that Wilde North Interiors along with two esteemed Architects from India were invited to share our views on Global Design Trends for Discern Living a one-stop destination for Home Decor & Interior Design based in India. We feel so honored to be included in this talented group and humbled.......

Thank you so much to Priyanka of Discern Living for inviting us to contribute to shaping the future of design. Go check out the full article HERE. Part 2 & 3 will be released in the coming weeks so stay tuned for more! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive these posts directly to your inbox.

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Lynda

Decorating with Pastels

If anyone knows me by now you will know I love anything Boho  - fashion, home decor and lifestyle. And I also love light colors. So imagine my joy when I happened upon Souraya's beautiful home so beautifully decorated in Boho furniture and pastel colors. Makes me so happy just looking at it that I just had to share it here with you guys. And guess where she lives - Holland - our favorite place on earth! after Canada...........but it comes a close second.  

Let me take you through her eclectic home and show you how she has effortlessly pulled this look together.

I follow other Boho interior designers like Amber Interiors and Flea Market Fab who's work I adore, they use bright eclectic prints and colors to pull the room together, but never have I seen the Bohemian look done in pastels. Never! until sweet Souraya came along. 

Here above I adore the way she uses a collection of small tables in the center as opposed to one big coffee table. This allows for more movement in the room and you can easily relocate the tables if you need a side table option. That rug, those macrame hanging pots and the hexagon mirrors fit in perfectly in this space. 

In her dining room I love the way she has used a trio of chandeliers suspended from a rod, a different look to one big chandelier. The mismatched chairs, the artwork, that bench...............sigh. She is not afraid to mix things up but somehow manages to keep things looking like they belong. 

Doesn't this blue hutch just fit in so perfectly ? And it kinda balances that green accent wall. Using different colors works well when they are all of the same tone and family. And is anyone pining for that cute printed bag hanging from the door! I sure am ! 

Her office looks like a dream to work from and my favorite is that tall cork lined wall, a perfect place to pin your inspiration pics and notes. Love how she has painted one wall green here too to tie the rooms together.

Small details in the bedroom like that rustic bench and her beautiful plants just make the place so cozy and inviting. It seems like Souraya has lovingly chosen each item in her home and styled them so artistically. In addition to being an Interior Designer she is also an accomplished photographer and all above pics have been photographed by her. Check out more of her stunning work on her Instagram account.

Head over to her site Binti Home to see more pics of her home and other spaces she has styled. Souraya if you are reading this then thank you for sharing these photographs of your gorgeous home. They brought a smile to our lips today.

All photography by Souraya Hassan, Binti Home.

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Lynda

Summer Dining

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I'm so excited Wilde North Interiors have invited me to contribute to their awesome blog today. Thank you Lynda and Dhiraj! Lynda’s fun post on Outdoor Decorating was a great way to usher in the start of summer. By now hopefully your hanging baskets have been hung, your deck chairs dusted off and all traces of winter are tidily tucked away (don’t be like me and leave your winter jackets in your coat closet all year long! please!).

If you've implemented some of Lynda’s tips (or been inspired to) you've got yourself a fabulous outdoor space. Now all that’s left to do is enjoy it and savour every bit of sunshine this season has to offer (but remember the SPF!). An icy drink on a balmy evening, the smell of grilled meat wafting through the air, a heady buzz brought on by laughter and friendship.....what are you waiting for?

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My three step approach to an impromptu summer get together goes like this - slap some meat / fish on the grill, chop up a salad, and swig away at something cold (preferably laced with alcohol) while you wait to eat. Here are some ideas (courtesy of some great food / lifestyle blogs) for a quick, easy summer meal that you can enjoy tonight!

Let’s start with the good stuff: A refreshing Summer Cocktail. I christened this grapefruit Campari concoction ‘Summer Breeze’ after the Seals and Croft seventies classic of the same name (Summer breeze, makes me feel fine, blowing through the jasmine of my mind…cue epic guitar riff…you know it!). The tangy grapefruit pairs really well with the bitter-sweet Campari and the color is just glorious. One sip and you will totally get why this drink just makes you go "ahhh....Summer Breeze". It’s also not too sweet or overtly girly, meaning even the most rugged among your friends circle may be tempted to put down his/her brewski in favour of this.

Side note - I'm always partial towards drinks that can be made in pitchers, that way guests can just help themselves to refills. Also I've always made this using regular Tropicana grapefruit juice from the carton but feel free to squeeze away if you have the time! 

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Next is the main meal courtesy of an article on street food I saw on Goop (I know what you are thinking but give Gwyneth a chance, her site is not all juice cleanses and chakra balancing - she featured real food too!). This meal idea is basically a de-constructed Greek Gyro wrap - perfect for a light meal. Marinate the chicken and throw it on the grill, chop the veg for the salad, and make or buy Tzatziki. Using store bought Tzatziki will work just as well and give you a head start on those Summer Breezes…..just saying…. (I skip the pita croutons and just serve with toasted pita which you can also throw on the grill before the chicken).

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Summer desserts are usually your standard issue watermelon slices or ice cream, which are fine, but .....these adorable popsicle moulds may persuade you to deviate from the norm? DIY popsicles are super simple, look gorgeous and are probably a whole lot healthier with way less sugar than the packaged kind - which is an especially good thing if you have little ones running around that you are hoping to wind down for the evening.  

My favourite combinations are a mix of strawberries/blueberries topped with coconut water, or mango/peach topped with orange juice (just place the fruit at the bottom of the pop, then fill with liquid and freeze). You can experiment and use whatever mix of fruit, juice/liquid you have to hand.

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Let us know in the comments below if you do give these recipes a try and how they turned out. Happy Entertaining folks!

XOXO...........Maya

Maya Ribeiro is a freelance copywriter living in the GTA. You can contact her at maya.ribeiro@gmail.com

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This promotion runs till the end of June 2016 and for those of you that need extra paint we are offering our Trade discounts to you. It could not get any better than this!

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Lynda