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Master Chef Canada Winner Jennifer Crawford Goes “All In” on Cooking, Wrestling – and Life In life, it’s not often you come across someone who …
Spaces That Wow – Using Bold Colors in Kitchen Design
Throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s, color played a prominent role in kitchen design. During these times, appliances came in many colors – ranging from …
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Jillian Harris shares the inspiration behind her designs and how a farmhouse project became a labour of love Jillian Harris At Elmira, we have the …
Enjoy Classic Cocktails with a Contemporary Twist
Spring is here, and with warmer temperatures emerging in the forecast, people are ready to get outside and socialize. And nothing goes better with a …
Artfully Merge the Old and the New with Newstalgia Design
It’s true what they say – that everything comes back in style. It seems like every other day, you hear about reboots of old TV …
Holiday Baking Tips for Delicious Results
The holidays are upon us, and it’s the time of year when we look back at seasons past to reflect upon the great memories …
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Brittany Hutt Shares Her Thoughts on Kitchen Design and Why There’s Always Room for a Touch of Nostalgia Brittany Hutt There are times in life …
Adventure is Calling – Seven Iconic North American Road Trips
Road trips remain one of the easiest ways to explore new places, and are especially popular for family trips. These fun journeys allow you to …
Antique, Vintage or Retro? How to Tell
Sometimes it can be confusing when trying to determine in which era particular design elements originated. Fortunately, antique, vintage and retro items can be distinguished …
Add a Timeless Touch With Vintage Holiday Decorating
With the holidays just around the corner, you can certainly get creative and turn your home into your own winter wonderland with a twist – …
NFL Hometown Dishes for a Winning Game Day Celebration
Like many things, this year’s football season is anything but typical. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t still participate in game day festivities. While official …
Retro Gets a Revival in a Diner-Inspired Basement Remodel
In 1913, Jerry Mahoney established the first stationary diner in New Jersey. Similar to the horse-pulled lunch wagon (which the diner ultimately replaced), the idea was …