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8 ways to give your home Parisian style

Classical, elegant interiors with feature pieces are the hallmark of Parisian design. Spectacular fireplaces and huge mirrors with gilt framing are two of the most striking aspects of typical Parisian interior design, but the approach is so much more because Parisian interiors mix traditional design with a chic sense of modern fashion.  This freedom allows…
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7 ways to embrace shabby chic

Shabby chic is the perfect interior design to make a statement on a limited budget.  Striking a balance between elegance and bohemian requires some preparation to understand what looks great and what looks just plain old shabby. Shabby chic should provide a vibe of care-free relaxation without feeling fussy or contrived.  Also known as vintage…
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5 hot kitchen trends

Kitchens are the hot remodeling space with new approaches that combine technology, healthy living, the environment and getting closer to nature.  It’s no longer enough to have a kitchen that’s a practical space to prepare meals. Modern kitchens are wellness areas that are a central hub of health, style and family.  As your agent, here…
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8 tips for a fashionable bedroom

Fashion has gone minimalist in the bedroom. Styles and themes for bedrooms are constantly changing. Right now, designs are turning back to nature, capitalizing on light and space. From a color perspective, greys and beige are out. So too is the linear, straight-line approach for furniture and its arrangement.  Instead, embrace the notion of natural…
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7 ways to embrace Scandinavian style

Scandi interior design is said to be the most popular in the world, finding a huge following among those who love functional furniture in rooms that are light, airy and free of clutter. White walls, blond wooden floors and minimalist furniture are the foundational elements of the style. Scandinavian style first emerged at the end…
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Declutter like Marie Kondo

Marie Kondo and her KonMarie method of decluttering have taken the world by storm. With four books, unprecedented media coverage and a series on Netflix, she’s the queen of tidying up with her own tailored method of folding clothes and guidelines for decluttering every part of your home and life. But let’s be honest, her…
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Top 6 traits of a great agent

If you’re making a list of the attributes you want from your next real estate agent, consider this recent research from CoreLogic.   CoreLogic surveyed sellers to find the most valuable skills and behavioural traits in top performing agents. They found that while the gender of your agent made no discernible difference to the final outcome,…
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7 ways to keep your renovation on track

DIY television shows can lead you to believe that a renovation can be completed over a weekend, but the reality usually takes a lot longer, and involve some stress before you’ll reap the rewards. Here’s our guide to minimising the drama. 1. Do your research One of the greatest risks with a renovation is overcapitalising,…
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How to declutter like Marie Kondo

Marie Kondo and her KonMarie method of decluttering is taking the world by storm. With four books and a series on Netflix, she’s the queen of tidying up with her own tailored method of folding clothes and guidelines for decluttering every part of your home and life. But let’s face it, her level of detail…
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6 reasons to choose bamboo flooring

Few facets of a home have a bigger impact than beautiful wooden flooring. It offers a flowing, rich beauty that gives each room a sense of belonging to the rest of the home. With interior design trends now focused on the values of nature and wellbeing in the home, wooden floors are a healthy alternative…
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