Build an all wood interior, put windows on only two sides, set it in the forest, raise the ceilings to 12 feet, and you’ve got a fabulous one of a kind home that would be extremely dark and gloomy if it weren’t for professional lighting design. It takes a whole lot of light fixtures to…
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For a sophisticated update, add deep green and grey to the staple aqua and white bathroom. Of course, these colours will work beautifully in any room!
NOVEMBER 24, 2017 from Christina Mogk’s MECC Blog Post embrace the bold interiors of the pitch dark palette There’s no doubt that it takes real courage to use dark colours inside the home. They aren’t for the faint-hearted but when used well, they have the ability to completely transform a space. So take a deep…
DetailsA roundtable discussion on making the decision to downsize is happening at the Merritt Gibson Memorial Library on Thursday, October 19 at 2-4PM Find out what life is like in a cohousing community. Talk to people who downsized to something small. Ask about costs. Bring your questions and concerns. Refreshments provided. Free. Speakers: Carolyn Green,…
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Consider the true cost of a sofa. A sofa priced under $1000 (unless it’s a great sale price) is likely made in the most toxic and least human-friendly way. Spend a little extra for a quality sofa so it won’t end up in the landfill in less than 5 years and affect your family and…
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A room that’s too carefully coordinated, with all new or store-bought pieces, is very uninspiring. Make your home your narrative and let your personality should shine through.
We long for the restorative power of nature. We dream of a calmer, slower-paced way of living. Surrounding ourselves with soft, muted colour rests the eye and rests the spirit.
DetailsSource: 15 garden sheds that offer high style, versatility & escape | mecc interiors inc.
It’s been 1.5 years since we moved into our modern modular home and 1.5 years since I last posted under the title Building Small on North Avenue. It’s been 1.5 years of landscaping our place and mostly working on design projects for my clients. If any one is still following and still curious, here…
DetailsBeautiful chair designs are my kryptonite. Here’s one that leaves me weak in the knees.