Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the proper lighting for a room?

As beautifully as your room may be decorated, it can't be appreciated if you can't see it. First consider physical needs. Ceiling fixtures produce the best overall lighting. Lamps provide direct lighting and can be very useful on tables near reading chairs and computer, where extra light is needed. Decorative lights can be used to help create focal points.

How do I make a room cozy and open?

A balance of furniture placement and empty space helps create a feeling of openness. Also choose a wall paint in a cool light colour. Soft warm tones and natural textures are wonderful for accent pillows, throws and area rugs. They give a warm earthy feeling to a room.

How do I choose the right wallpaper and paint for a room?

Choosing wallpaper and paint is a very personal decision based on your colour and pattern preferences. Choose a wallpaper that you won't tire of quickly. Novelty and busy patterns in bright vibrant colours can create a sense of chaos. Choose a subtle pattern that's easy to look at. Match paint with a colour from the wallpaper.

How do I create a focal point?

It's usually best to create one main focal point in a room which can be seen upon entering. Use accent lighting to enhance the focal point. Groupings can make a pleasing focal point, but keep in mind balance and unity to achieve the look you want.

How do I update my room on a small budget?

The desired mood and look you want to achieve may simply involve choosing the right colours and accessories to harmonize a room. Try adding the right textures to revitalize your living space.

How do you hang pictures?

Generally pictures are hung at eye level where they can be seen the best. When grouping pictures be sure not to hang them too far apart and consider the frames and matting. Both should be harmonious to create a sense of unity.

How do you fill wasted space?

Space may be empty but not necessarily wasted. Skillfully done, empty space can be used to balance the filled space for a pleasing effect.

What if my decorator wants to use colours that I don't like?

Colour is a key design element in successful interior decorating. Colour elicits strong emotional, behavioural and physical response. It's important for a decorator to be aware of your colour preferences and develop (as part of the decorating plan) a colour scheme which is comfortable and pleasing for you, regardless of the decorators preference.

I need a couple of accents for my family room but don't want to spend a lot?

Use flowers and plants as a decorative accent. Green leafy plants either real or artificial are considered neutral and can go with any colour scheme or style of decor.

My kitchen is beige and seems drab and boring. What can I add?

In a room with a very neutral colour scheme add texture and pattern to give visual interest. Also, adding shades of orange can give it some excitement.

In the daytime my living room looks okay, but at night the light seems harsh.

Try using halogen bulbs - since they are the closest to natural daylight.

My hallway and bedrooms are painted in very different colours. I don't want to repaint everything, but it feels so "choppy."

When rooms are all painted different colours, paint your doors and baseboards white to give the impression of unity.

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