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Global style and space refined In this issue of HD&R, several of our contributors take on the trend of adding global style to your home without having to pack a passport.

Since trolling the globe for treasures isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always a possibility, Yanic Simardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story on page 28 will help with tips and tricks for adding items from abroad, while design editor Glen Peloso gives us a mini history lesson and modern day solutions to add cultural clout to your next

decorating project.

Since this issue also focuses on small-space solutions, Silvana Longoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story on the conversion of a 1,250-sq.-ft., one-bedroom unit to a three-bedroom condo with all the comforts of home is a must-read for those looking for alternatives to traditional finishes and fixtures.

Rounding out this issue is an assortment of great features including this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot Smart Shopper deals from our advertisers plus new products and news from the decor and reno front in our Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New section.

We hope you enjoy this issue. If you have a reno story youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to share with us, please connect with us via email or give us a call. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to hear from you!

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Spending time on tasks you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enjoy is practically a crime. Be conscious of the way you spend your time and streamline tasks to save time where you can. That extra time can be used for the better things in life. As John Lennon said â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans.â&#x20AC;?

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BW[S [O\OUS[S\b Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always maintained that the task expands to fit the time allotted for it, especially for perfectionists. But there is a point of diminishing returns on the time invested. When you begin a task or project, decide how much time itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth spending on the activity and stick to that (set a timer to help keep you on track).

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If you have a minimalistic space and your taste is modern, try to suggest tension between one standout accessory and the rest of your decor.

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The same is true in the world of interior design, and it is certainly prevalent when you look at the variety of colours and patterns available. For example, the Moroccan influence in footstool shapes and fabrics, Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s influence on colour palette and pattern and Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on accessory shapes and style.

We recently saw this trend clearly when we were accessorizing a clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s space. You will see it yourself as you look at the newest home accessories from Indigo where the international influences are evident. This kind of cross-influence isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a new experience; in fact, there is evidence of it throughout history. From mid-17th century through to the mid-18th century, France saw the rise of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chinoiserie,â&#x20AC;? which was a result of trading between France and China. Traders returning with indigenous home dĂŠcor items influenced society at large. The same is true when you look at English interior design â&#x20AC;&#x201C; since the Royals married cross-culturally, British design was initially influenced by Italian and French designs. And later, there were influences from India, the Caribbean and every other country that the English occupied. Consequently, English design influences were also made popular in the occupied countries.

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Start with the colour trends that are popular now, and look to the Indian sari fabrics and colours. The strong oranges, azure blues and golds derive from the spices used in the local food. Traditionally, they also were the basis of dyes to create these colours.

Next, look at the intricate details and complex fabrics that are found in throw pillows and bedding. The silk weaves that comprise the bed spreads and draperies show a strong Indian influence. Using items such as African masks and pottery, wooden sculptures and native wooden figures in dĂŠcor, particularly when designing a bathroom, is on trend.

In the living room, a Moroccan side table (simple wooden base with a removable copper tray top) coupled with a modern sofa and an Indonesian sideboard, would not be considered a faux pas. Nor should you be afraid to mix and match traditional Chinese or Japanese patterns with influences of a traditional Turkish rug design â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as in a room divider with arches that mimic Indian buildings and Moroccan-inspired, heavily woven fabrics on stools.

In bedrooms, it is not unusual to see carved headboards with linens and a bench at the end of the bed, reminiscent of a traditional seat of the Chinese empire. Feel free to use a bed with a canopy and side draperies in soft, sheer fabrics, perhaps most popular in climates closer to the equator but elegant in any environment. There may be throw cushions in a toile that depict a scene from a country other than in North America.

Also, look at wallpaper patterns that may mimic the complex patterns associated with a Bindi artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work. These days we also see a fair amount of animal prints, more evocative of Africa than Toronto.

Major Canadian cities reflect these international influences, and such design multiculturalism will continue to have a profound impact on the dĂŠcor in our homes.

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When I think about it, it makes a lot of sense.

Across the country, people who have some equity in their homes are choosing to renovate or repair instead of sell. With the increased demand last year, the renovation industry created half-a-million jobs and the trickle-down effect amounted to additional income tax revenue for the government and increased consumer spending in the local economies where these professional renovators live.

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It goes without saying that an investment in your home, by way of renovation or repair, will get you a handsome return. In many cases, the return on your investment is more than 100 per cent. Doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that sound like a win-win?

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Mission accomplished. A self-confessed frugal designer who takes pride in finding deals, and making better use of space, she chose the 25-year-old building located in the heart of North York for this design challenge of making three-out-of-one because of the spaciousness of the rooms. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted a concept where value meets luxury, and most three bedroom units would have been a lot more expensive than our unit.â&#x20AC;?

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She advises to not be too rigid with your design ideas and to just have fun with the journey. Inherent in any creative process, once the project reaches completion, as this Beecroft condo has since it is on the market, this savvy house flipper is already thinking of future prospects where she can leverage her talent on the next resale venture. The cycle will inevitably start up again once that SOLD sign gives her the green light to design and conquer.

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