Tehran, Iran has a thriving modern architecture scene stemming from a new generation of contemporary design. Iranian architects are pushing boundaries as they exercise their freedom to develop state-of-the-art structures in and around this capital city. Traditionally influenced by mathematics, religion, and astrology, as well as the surrounding topography and climate, Iran’s architecture is evolving [...]
There's no mistaking it, the tiny home movement is a thing. Millennials demonstrate a draw to community, simplicity and economic freedom. Even if you're a minimalist, making excellent use of space in such tiny quarters is imperative to good design and easy living. We've collected a few tiny spaces that caught our attention for their [...]
It's a fresh new year. An opportunity for renewal. And Pantone is delivering a reset on the colour wheel by announcing the 2019 colour of the year, Living Coral. PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral emits the desired, familiar, and energizing aspects of colour found in nature. In its glorious, yet unfortunately more elusive, display beneath [...]
Bored of the traditional tree? Want something different this year? The tree is central to any holiday decor, and we have lined up some inspirational ideas for you that will turn the Christmas tree on its head! Whether it be DIY, crafty, space-saving, contemporary or post-modernist, they’re all big on imagination! The Tate [...]
We're super excited to bring you this post presenting our favourite timeless fall interior design trends. We present you with inspiration and our own corresponding real-world designs. We hope you enjoy reading through the post as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you. 1 - Modern Neutrals There's a real softness and warmth about [...]
The idea of the Jack o'lantern started centuries ago as a tribute to an Irish myth about a man nicknamed Stingy Jack. Turnips, beets or potatoes were carved out and a chunk of coal inserted and lit then placed in the window to ward off his evil spirits. Yep! Turnips, beets and potatoes. [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 2017, 5,000 Canadian women died from breast cancer, and on average, 72 Canadian women are diagnosed with breast cancer every day. So many of us have family or close friends who have been affected by breast cancer. In researching for this post, we [...]
With New York Fashion week (September 6 to 14, 2018) behind us and Paris Fashion Week in full swing (September 26 to October 3, 2018), we felt it timely to share with you all about the correlation between fashion and interior design. It’s no big revelation that there is a parallel between fashion design and interior [...]
WHEN ECO FRIENDLY = UBER CHIC Summer is in full swing and long weekends are perfect for entertaining in your newly designed outdoor space! Whether hosting a dinner or connecting with snacks and drinks over a fire, there are some excellent ways to minimize waste while maximizing style. Being environmentally mindful no longer [...]
As spring has finally sprung, and summer is around the corner, we have put together some of our favourite outdoor looks to help inspire you and help with your outdoor spring cleaning! Whether you love the clean lines of minimalism, the timeless elegance of modernism, or if you are free spirited and love eclectic spaces, we [...]
