Author Archives: Jim

The Printing Factory Lofts

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Jim

For me, the best part of designing a loft is that, for the most part, you can throw all the rules out the window. Just about anything works. You can combine styles, colours, design elements and nothing looks out of … Continue reading →

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The Domain – Part 1

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Jim

This is first of a few posts covering a project just about completed in mid town Toronto, What began as a closet and den makeover evolved into furnishing the entire unit, a bathroom makeover and a kitchen renovation. The den … Continue reading →

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Two home offices done two ways

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Jim

Lately I’ve had a lot of requests to convert what is most often simply a large alcove (the builder calls it a den) into a functional work space. Here are two that I completed recently and each is customized to … Continue reading →

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Liberty Towers

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Jim

Well, I’m glad this one is done! Completing a renovation in a condo is challenging enough dealing with elevators, security personnel, parking and waste removal, but when you add in construction, traffic, two out of three elevators down for maintenance, … Continue reading →

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Simcoe Manor

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Jim

Character and charm abound in this historic three story building, originally constructed in 1903 to house the doctors from the local hospital. From it’s original plaster ceilings and crown moulding to it’s fully functioning radiators and vintage chrome door knobs, … Continue reading →

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Heritage Hills – small space makeover

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Jim

This was the second smallest space I’ve ever done. Overall, it wasn’t bad but there were a few things that simply weren’t working. The paint colour, while bright and light, made the space feel stark and cold. The area rug … Continue reading →

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Fleet Street

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Jim

When I was initially approached by the owner of this lake shore condo, he was looking to refurbish his home with some new furnishings, lighting and some decor. He had lived there for several years and wanted to breathe some … Continue reading →

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From den to dorm

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Jim

I was approached recently by a new client with a particular challenge. She had bought a condo for her daughter to live in while attending university, but in order to make it work financially, she had to be able to … Continue reading →

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Creating a first impression

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Jim

In my previous post, I showed an entry closet we had recently completed. It got me thinking. I see a LOT of homes and in almost every case, the entry is a mess. It feels as though you are walking … Continue reading →

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Another closet makeover