Make an Entrance

By inkin8961 Comment
Entrances to our homes are the first opportunity to make a good impression. They are also one of the areas of the home that are used multiple times a day. So they need to function well too. Even though we may not be welcoming visitors to our homes during the pandemic, the time will soon come when we can entertain all of our dear family and friends again. Here are some ideas to help elevate your entrance and make it work for your needs.  Quick Fixes These simple additions to an existing entryway can improve the functionality and add style. Add hooksAdd a place to perchAdd a table or shelf Traditional hooks works well for a busy family where you can hang your jacket and bag.Sculptural hooks are a fun addition that can double as art.  BeforeAfterMy client wanted to update her entrance way with a contemporary look and at the same time incorporate seating for guests to take off shoes. These benches slide under...
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Working From Home

Working From Home

By inkin896No Comments
Working from home is a reality right now through the pandemic and may become a common theme in the future. Here are a few suggestions to elevate your home office space into a functional and inspiring work environment. Install a gallery wall Whether you are on zoom calls all day and would like an interesting backdrop, or need to imbue some colour or inspiration into your space, try adding a gallery wall. You can do this by grouping existing artwork you already have together in an interesting way.  In this office space my client had a series of photographs from a favourite artist framed consistently and wanted to showcase them in an interesting way. These are stunning pieces of art by themselves but together they make a bold statement on this charcoal wall. I made sure the space between each piece was consistent and filled the wall space from top to bottom for greatest impact. This office space needed some personality so I took...
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