Sometimes people think about luxury staging as a large-scale undertaking, including swapping out the couches and artwork in an out-dated home for a sleeker, more modern look that entices buyers. The secret about staging, however, is that it’s really all about the details. Even small parts of your home can benefit from staging, and this […]

Staging is all the rage these days. Having a professional touch added to your home as you prep it to sell or rent seems like a no brainer, but how do the numbers really stack up? After all, in Canada, staging can run anywhere from a couple hundred dollars for a consult to an actual […]

Looking for some natural ways to clean up your space? These are some easy, DIY cleaning tips that are also good for the environment. Cream of tartar is perfect for stainless steel. Simply mix it with some coconut oil and scrub down your stainless steel appliances. You’ll get twice the shine with none of the chemicals. […]

Colour psychology can play a role when it comes to selling your home. Canadian designers and therapists have proved that colour has a big impact on emotions and may actually change the way a buyer sees different spaces. So, with that in mind, have a look at these six décor colours that are popular in […]

There are few experiences quite as stress inducing and time consuming as building a new home (or completely renovating an old one). It’s the surest way to create the Canadian home you have always dreamed of, but it’s never as simple as you imagine it to be. The process is long, filled with speedbumps, and […]

The advantages of a successful kitchen renovation are too many to count. For many families, the kitchen is a communal space where some of the most special memories take place. Not only will your kitchen be transformed into a cozy and intimate dining space, but a newly remodeled kitchen can increase the value of your […]

Staging is all the rage these days. Having a professional touch added to your home as you prep it to sell or rent seems like a no brainer, but how do the numbers really stack up? After all, in Canada, staging can run anywhere from a couple hundred dollars for a consult to an actual […]

Whether you’ve just moved into your luxury home or you’re planning to sell and want to stage it as optimally as possible, there are a lot of elements to consider. We’ve all seen luxury homes so terribly decorated that they did little justice to the home’s stately architecture or premium finishes. Don’t let that be […]

Whether you want to give your kitchen a luxury upgrade by gutting it before you sell, or you just purchased an older home and want to bring it into the 21st century, designing the kitchen layout will be critical. It’s one of the most well-used rooms in any house and can really make or break the […]

Staging is a pretty big part of selling a home. Buyers are visual, so a space that’s been thoughtfully staged has a much higher chance of being sold faster, and for a higher asking price. Many real estate agencies have in-house stagers, or work with a reputable company they can recommend to you. But if […]

It’s no secret that most Canadians love to get a deal. We enjoy hunting for things that look like they’re worth scads of money, but were actually bought at a bargain. In the same vein, a home can be updated to look chic and sleek without emptying the bank. These seven ways to update your […]

If you’re selling a property, you might have bedrooms to spare. And while you might be tempted to leave them staged as, well, bedrooms, having a surplus of spaces can actually be a great opportunity to show buyers what they could really be used for. A Dressing RoomGot a spare bedroom? Why not turn it […]

Potential buyers are going to get a lot more excited about your home if it has a liveable backyard or patio. When the weather is warm and the days are longer, nothing beats some outdoor living with friends and family. That’s why staging your outdoor space is just as key as staging your indoor space […]

There’s a lot of debate about what really constitutes a luxury home, and in some ways, it’s not surprising. There’s nothing to stop anyone from marketing their home as a “luxury property” and, in fact, some homes are designed to carefully mimic upscale finishes and features. So how can you tell these homes from the […]

Rents are on the rise in Canada’s hottest cities, and as prices go up, the size of living spaces will inevitably go down. But a smaller home doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style and comfort. With the right decorating tips, 500 square feet can feel like a palace. Here’s how you can make the most […]

Everyone today is much more cognizant of their health than they were decades ago. We’re mindful of what we eat and how much exercise we get, and we consider our mental health as important as our physical health. The wellness market internationally is worth more than $4 trillion, and the real estate industry is one […]

Whether you’ve just moved into your luxury home or you’re planning to sell and want to stage it as optimally as possible, there are a lot of elements to consider. We’ve all seen luxury homes so terribly decorated that they did little justice to the home’s stately architecture or premium finishes. Don’t let that be […]

If you’re selling a property, you might have bedrooms to spare. And while you might be tempted to leave them staged as, well, bedrooms, having a surplus of spaces can actually be a great opportunity to show buyers what they could really be used for. A Dressing RoomGot a spare bedroom? Why not turn it […]

Rents are on the rise in Canada’s hottest cities, and as prices go up, the size of living spaces will inevitably go down. But a smaller home doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style and comfort. With the right decorating tips, 500 square feet can feel like a palace. Here’s how you can make the most […]

If you’re set to do some home renovations, there’s one thing you want to make sure of—that you’ll ultimately get a good return on your investment (ROI). Some Canadians go all out on upgrades of their humble abodes, and that’s terrific if you plan on spending many years in your home. But there are some […]