Accent On Design

Spring Fling

Adene Lucas — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:31:09 +0000

With warmer weather comes the opportunity to lighten up the decor in your home. Read more

Throw a sleek New Year’s soiree

Adene Lucas — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:17:36 +0000

Santas, reindeer, snow- men, red and green galore. These decorations make for a festive Christmas, but wait a week and the look will seem a little outdated — especially if you’re looking to host a sophisticated New Year’s Eve affair. How can a cutesy holiday look be glammed up for a more sophisticated style? read more

Decor in a man’s world

Adene Lucas — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:25:27 +0000

It is often thought that interior design is the domain of a woman. The truth is designing for men is a very different experience, where decorating can be both stylish and fun. Read more

Couch Psychology

admin — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:44:20 +0000

What does your sofa say about you?

When you come home for work, do you change into sweat pants and start planning that evening’s Extreme Couponing marathon? If so, your couch is probably…read more

Simple elements create a home’s character

Adene Lucas — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:31:51 +0000

How does one create character in a basic home, on a budget, and still be functional?

Recently I met a client at her home which was over one hundred years old and designated as a heritage site. The home was situatated…Read more

Recreating a home after a marriage breakup

Adene Lucas — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:03:06 +0000

The new “you” starts at home

Starting over in life after a marriage breakdown can be a real challenge. A home, the place you relax in, reconnect in, and feel safe in, should be a priority. How do you begin, in some cases with nothing?

A recent client is in the process of rebuilding due to a marital breakup. His house is beautiful but it is far from being a home. He started by purchasing odds and ends from Costco including a big television set, speakers and audio equipment. Not surprisingly the space feels cold, uninviting and very transitional. Not exactly a refuge from the world at the end of the day. Nor will your children feel comfortable there if the space is not set up for them. Buying items for a home without any direction or vision for the final look will not only waste money but frustrate you in the process as you will be no closer to creating a home. A house becomes a home when it feels like you, when it represents who you are and where you want to be.

Furniture Placement Tips

admin — Fri, 27 May 2011 15:22:49 +0000

Warm up your living space with these furniture placement tips

We all want our homes to look beautiful and feel warm and inviting and the way a room feels has a lot to do with furniture placement. If a sofa is shoved against a wall and the occasional chairs are spaced too far apart, or the furniture is placed awkwardly, the room will feel cold and uninviting. It is similar to meeting a person with their arms crossed and back to the wall, not very approachable or friendly. Read entire article

The coldest months are now behind us

admin — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:06:15 +0000

The coldest months are now behind us, and spring is in the air. It’s time to get your home ready and spring cleaning is just the beginning! Once you have packed up unused, neglected or broken items it’s time to take a critical look at your home and reflect on how it can be improved.

Kitchen Renovating 101

Adene Lucas — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:42:38 +0000

A kitchen renovation is one of the most costly and stressful undertakings and can be about as pleasant as a root canal without anaesthetic. That being said it’s also one of the most rewarding experiences once every last dish has been placed in their new home.

Check out my article below for the 101 on renovating your kitchen

Where To Put Your Kitchen Cash

Adene Lucas — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:35:08 +0000

The kitchen is the central point of the home. It’s where we gather during parties, where we prepare our meals, and the room we spend the most time in when choosing a new home.

For many, the question isn’t if they want to renovate their kitchen, but how. From countertops to cabinets and overall design, there is a lot that can be altered in a kitchen to enhance both look and function.

How do the experts weigh in on where to best put your reno dollars in the cookhouse ? Read more here