Fellow Tai Chi student, Kim Smith, shared this information with me, from Wikipedia, on the concept of Shibumi. The aesthetic is something I could certainly embrace. I believe I will contemplate how shibui can and does inspire my creativity. Thanks Kim! Shibui (渋い) (adjective), shibumi (渋み) (noun), or shibusa (渋さ) (noun) are Japanese words which refer to a particular aesthetic of…
Technology advances in printing are making this possible. Would you add one of these amazing floral murals to a room in your home?
The opulent paneling, wallpaper and moldings may be too much for your home. But if you love this look, it can be achieved in a scale that’s sized right for your home. Don’t you just love the modern wall sconce and contemporary casual seating set in this grand room?
I’m always delighted to receive photos from clients who are busting with excitement and pride in their newly decorated spaces. Here are excerpts from two such emails that I received this past week. Living Room In Progress – “The sofa just came and it is SO beautiful. We are trying out the arrangement you originally…
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…
A 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,…
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…
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.