The next project I’m featuring is our recent redesign project in the Highlands neighbourhood in Edmonton. My clients purchased this home in advance of moving back to Edmonton from out east - in fact, we technically saw the home in person before they did! They were wanting to start fresh with new furniture and decor and we were excited to help them make their new house feel like their home. We focused primarily on the living room, dining room, den / office and primary bedroom. But there were also some updates to the kitchen and stairwell too. The overall vibe for the space was to be fresh and inviting, perfect for entertaining as well as cozy evenings in, dog friendly and a timeless yet modern feel.

I am truly so excited to share with you this recent condo redesign in the Oliver neighbourhood. Of course, I’m always excited to share our projects with you, but this one feels special. I often talk about the great privilege we have of really being invited into a very personal experience with our clients. The space we live in says a lot about who we are and how we want to feel, and even supports us in becoming and living those out. Sometimes, though, we really are starting over completely – and while that can be so daunting, it’s also even more of a privilege. And that was the case with this redesign.

A while back on Instagram I was discussing how, as a designer, I always have a sometimes secret, sometimes not-so-secret wish list of products that I’m really wanting to use on a project. And it turns out, you all want to know what’s on my wish list! So I thought I’d start out with the product that began this conversation in the first place: TILE!

So here we go, my current tile wish list and the reasons why I love each one.

You know what makes me sad? Walking into a home and seeing furniture that doesn’t fit the space. Often it’s a case of the furniture being too large for the space and every so often, it’s too small. I’m even more shocked to hear how many homeowners buy their furniture without taking any measurements or having a plan. It hurts to hear them say they’ve been living in a space they don’t like because they spent all that money on the furniture and can’t part with it because it was an investment. Please don’t make this mistake.

I want to share a bit more about my Petit Design Concept offering so that it’s super clear what it involves. It is one of the easiest ways to work with me at a lower investment point. And you don’t just have to be in Edmonton to purchase this offering because the whole thing is done digitally. So let’s dive in!

I recommend this hack when you’re wanting to get a custom look for pieces of art or photographs that don’t need professional framing. So maybe you have an odd-shaped print that you want to frame but it doesn’t fit a standard off-the-shelf frame. Or it’s a collection of photographs or postcards that you want a custom look for but can’t afford to go custom.

It’s time for another full transformation! This was one of my own projects - an investment I took on with my friend Edward last year in the Edmonton neighbourhood of West Jasper Place. This condo had great bones and a lovely layout (there really is something to be said about a boring rectangle for space planning purposes). The purchase was quite stressful (multiple offer situation and then an issue with the accuracy of the listing), but it was meant to be and we’re both so happy with what we created!

I have this thing for homes with internal courtyards. So when I got the call to come and see this new build in the Laurier / Valleyview neighbourhood of Edmonton, I was super excited!

This is a truly special home. Not only is it an amazing location in the city but the energy of this space is beautiful. So much natural light, an overall zen feel and unique features!

Staging for this home was almost more important because it is a unique home. It becomes a bit more difficult for buyers to make sense of a home that isn’t a traditional layout if they can’t see it in action.

I am so excited to finally share this wonderful kitchen transformation! This lovely home in the Edmonton neighbourhood of North Glenora already had loads of character but the kitchen needed some love. We actually started the design process while my client was overseas - despite the distance and the differing time zones we were able to get the overall design figured out so that we were ready to go upon her return.

It’s time to share another one of the reveals from the Inspired Room Transformation.

This time, we’re featuring Nancy and her walk-in closet. When we began, the closet was a space that Nancy didn’t enjoy. It was packed full, not really organized and just felt heavy. What she wanted was a space that was almost like a retreat, where she could truly enjoy the beautiful items she has and would love getting ready each morning.

Next up in my house tour is the Living Room and Entryway!

By now I’m sure you’ve seen bits and pieces of it on Instagram but here is the full tour!

Arguably, the living room was one of the spaces that had the least amount of work done to it. Although by a lot of standards, we still did quite a bit of work.

As many of you know, I recently completed the inaugural Inspired Room Transformation program with 7 amazing humans. I’m going to share a few of their transformations! First up to be showcased is Tamara and her Basement transformation! She turned this bland and boring basement into an inviting and warm space for her clients to relax (and where she can relax too) !

I’m sure you’ve heard it before, collaboration over competition. This is something I aim to focus on in my business. The others out there who are doing similar things to me are technically my competition in the business sense of the word but in reality, I choose not to see them this way. Here’s why:

I was very excited about styling this particular rooftop balcony. Every home I work on - whether it’s a big renovation project or a colour consultation - I get attached to in one way or another. This particular home I consulted on from the plans, to the build, to the finishes and decor. So yeah, I am definitely attached to this one.