Trends in 2014

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Hello and Happy New Year!!
Welcome to my blog for 2014. First and foremost, I hope everyone enjoyed their New Years celebration! I would like to take this opportunity to wish my family, friends, clients and colleagues a happy and healthy year ahead.
Now...Lets talk trends for the coming year!!
Whoever said one mans trash is another mans treasure must have been a professional vintage shopper! Be fair-warned, vintage furniture shopping isn't for everyone. You must be well equipped with an eye for finding diamonds in the rough and a generous amount of patience, otherwise your efforts may go in vein.
 One of my personal favorite vintage collections is shown in the image above.
I think vintage and one-of-a-kind pieces will be highly sought after this year in home decor. It's great finds like these that keep people asking, "Where did you get that?". I adore the hot pink chair fabric in the entry, that REALLY makes a statement! Accompanied by a fabulous black chinoiserie dresser and a few interesting pieces of artwork on the wall above, you've created a sophisticated focal point for your entrance. Notice nothing is matchy-match here! An eclectic mix of interesting pieces make a very attractive visual staging first seen when entering this home.
To help you with your search, here are a few great spots in Toronto to find vintage furniture for your home;
"Around the Block" is located at 150 Lesmill rd. with is a great mixture of contemporary and antique furniture and lots of interesting unique pieces.
"Atomic design" is located at 965 Queen St. W. which offers clients art , lighting, modern glass and objects from the 60s to the 80s, all restored.
While strolling down Queen Street west check out "Black Pug DMK" which is located at 1712 Queen St. W. offering another great collection of interesting antique pieces.
When contemplating fresh decor in your home this year, ask yourself "what change could I make to improve the overall appeal of my home?".
For further discussion feel free to contact me:

Susan Fenn
Interior Designer
Sensational Spaces Interior Design
705-930-4136

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Fashion Trends Translated For Your Home

Fashion trends these days are getting stranger as the years go by. A few trends, though, are timeless and are always being reinvented in new, modern ways. One great thing about the fashion industry is that their trends are easily translatable to home decor trends. Don't believe me? Keep reading!

Try Going Monochromatic

Interiors that consist of a monochromatic colour scheme can be some of the most fabulous spaces. There truly are endless ways to design a room around differing shades of any colour of your choosing. Greyscale is the most popular for both fashion and interiors. With endless shades of black, grey, and white to choose from, you're bound to find a clothing or furniture piece to suit your style.

Add a Pop of Colour

Every now and again we want to stand out. The best way to do so is through adding a pop of colour to your outfit, such as a bold hued clothing or accessory piece, or stand-out makeup. Why limit our boldness to just our outfits? Add a classic furniture piece in a bright colour to your space to add freshness and interest. You don't always have to purchase brand new furniture either! Do you have a piece that is still functional, but the fabric is worn or outdated? Get it reupholstered in a fabulous fabric of your choosing and add fresh spin on an old classic!

Make a Statement With Leather

One of fashion's biggest luxury fabrics is leather. Be it a leather skirt, pants, jacket, or leather details on a shirt; it's very in. Luckily leather is not a new trend, nor is it a trend that will fade away any time soon. Just as with fashion, leather has always been a "must have" fabric to have in the home. A leather sofa added to a living room is a great way to make a bold statement, while still remaining family functional and aesthetically pleasing.

These are just a few ideas to get your mind thinking of different ways you can spice up your home using trends found on the runway. Coming up with different ideas may be fun, but executing a well-laid out plan may be difficult if not given proper direction. For this reason it is best to hire a trained professional whenever possible. Are you living in the Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, or Durham Region and want to change up your space but don't know where to start? Give Susan Fenn of Sensational Spaces a call and book a consultation. She'll walk through your home and take note of your taste, likes and dislikes, and give you her professional recommendation to suit your budget. Get started on your dream home today!

Contact Susan Fenn at (705) 930-4136 or by email at sensationalspaces@sympatico.ca

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