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From colours, to materials, to fixtures, to overall style – there are a lot of things to consider with a bathroom renovation. And sometimes, knowing what others are doing can help guide you when making decisions for your own bathroom overhaul. Here’s a breakdown of...

If you have a good-sized kitchen island, or maybe you’re dreaming of adding one, you might be wondering how to make it stand out – while still complimenting the kitchen’s overall look. One popular choice is to paint the island a different colour than the rest of the...

By definition, built-ins are any sort of cabinetry or shelving feature that are anchored to a home’s walls. What layout, style and colours you choose will depend largely on the reasoning behind adding the built-ins. Do you need them primarily for storage? If so,...

If you live on your own, a condo is a great place to call home. It can be hard to make time for work and recreation and maintaining a full-sized home as a single person, and living in a condo means many of the maintenance jobs are taken care of for you. Condos also...

Born in 1934, Douglas Cardinal is an Indigenous Canadian architect. His work is known for its smooth and curved shapes, which were influenced by his Aboriginal heritage as well as European expressionist architecture. A few of his most famous buildings are the Canadian...

It’s the time of year again where we look towards what’s to come in the New Year. And as far as interior design goes, where things are going is natural. We’re talking neutral paint colours, natural wood tones and organic materials. Sounds relaxing, right? Let’s dive...

Have you ever heard of a sod roof? It’s actually a pre-historical Scandinavian roofing technique, and was the most common type of roofing on rural log homes in Norway until the late 19th century. But thanks to people’s interest in building more sustainable homes, sod...

Don’t you wish there was a way you could see what your interior spaces will look like before renovating or buying any furniture or accessories? Well, thanks to these three online design tools – you can!  Armstrong Design Visualizer. Thinking of replacing your...