Well it may not be official and those of us who have lived in Calgary for any amount of time know that it can snow in an instant – but for now, it sure looks and feels like Spring has Sprung!  And I couldn’t be happier!  Spring time brings longer days, more sunlight, a sense of renewal and most exciting for me, gorgeous, fresh flowers!

I love incorporating fresh flowers into the spaces I create.  Bed side tables and an office desk are two obvious spaces to accent with fresh flowers.

But how about a pop of colour and freshness in the mudroom or laundry room?  What a wonderful surprise as you walk through the door!  And how much prettier and joyful would laundry be!

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I am ga-ga for metallics! And lucky for me they’re everywhere!

The value of warm metals like Gold, Bronze and Brass throughout history is undeniable, but until recently home decor was dominated by silvers and grays. Only in the last little while are we seeing a revival of these beautiful metallics and I couldn’t be happier.

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This home office went from dark and dreary to light, bright, cozy and inviting – of clients and ideas!

It is now an oasis of creativity and inspiration.

The striped wall is a key element of the space.  Click here to discover how easy it is to do yourself.

Transforming a space doesn’t always require a hefty budget – with some smart DIYs you can afford to invest in special pieces that add impact, practically and reflect your personal style.  The shelves in this office were easily painted out in white and blue to reflect the theme of the room and save money!  Click here to learn how you can accomplish something similar.

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