Roy Banse 
You’ve hired a designer for your dream project. Congratulations: You’re halfway there. Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, invite the designer to your space to discuss your project and ask them to bring a portfolio of previous work. Many designers will charge for this initial meeting, but I am of … Read More
What value does hiring an interior designer bring to a project? When considering renovations or simply updating a room, many fail to recognize the value of hiring a good designer and so this week I thought I would shed some light on the value of good design. I wanted to … Read More
Our spring season this year stuck around for about as long as a Leafs playoff run. With summer finally here, most of us are indulging in the precious ritual of soaking up the warm temps in our gardens and backyards. I’m not big on pushing a lawn mower, so my … Read More
I relish designing kitchens, but I find that clients tend to act like Jell-o when it comes to choosing a countertop material. So to help get the recipe right, here are (minus any further painful puns), the basics on countertops: Butcher Block Typically available in maple and oak, butcher blocks … Read More
I naturally tend towards modern design and I am always looking for ways to incorporate new materials and technology into projects. However, I am characteristically not a minimalist and to add interest to projects, I try to combine vintage or reclaimed materials into the overall design scheme. We are currently … Read More
