With names like Sweet Lilac, Tangerine Tango, Solar Power, Cockatoo, Bellflower and Margarita, it's clear that the bright and happy colours we are seeing on the runway and in fashion magazines will also be finding their way into our home decor this season. However, for those who can't get enough of tried and true neutrals, Pantone also has a few other equally beautiful new arrivals, including Starfish, Sodalite Blue and Driftwood.
RONAMAG is offering gardening advice today to help you choose plants for your flowerbed. It only takes a little know-how, inspiration and a few well-executed tricks to get a harmonious and balanced yard.
Typically, a chandelier is seen suspended in the entrance of a home, over a dining room table, above a bed or even adorning the likes of posh walk-in closets. Reproduce this sumptuous style by adding outdoor chandeliers to your terrace!
The RONAMAG team wants to share some of the latest mobile applications that allow you to bring order to your renovation and interior design projects!
The most recent international consumer goods trade fair – Ambiente 2012 – took place in Frankfurt, Germany, last February. This year, an eco-friendly approach was featured on the program: the use of recycled materials to fabricate furniture. Green trends have long made their way into decorating. As you will see, furniture can now be added to the growing list of environmentally responsible decor!
Add flowers to the garden, the shed, the balconies and the windows to decorate your outdoor space. With a bit of imagination, it's easy to create horticultural gems that will not only be pleasing to the eye, but will also meet your needs for this and next year's garden.
Q. I painted my deck with primer and water-based paint. This year, the paint has chipped off and the wood is showing. What should I do to get an attractive and lasting result?
Corey - Brandon, Manitoba
To celebrate the launch of its new paint and primer in one, RONA has commissioned seven Canadian interior designers to create a collection of new colour combinations inspired by Canada’s vast natural beauty. Taking after the famous Group of Seven, each designer developed a colour palette representing the beauty of his/her region.
Ulya Jensen is the owner and principal Designer of one of Ottawa’s leading interior design firms, Ulya Jensen Interiors. She appears regularly as a co-host on HGTV’s “Home to Flip”™ and has competed in HGTV’s “Designer Superstar Challenge”™. She is frequently featured in the Ottawa Citizen and Ottawa Style magazine and has also appeared in Ottawa At Home magazine. She is also part of RONA Group of Seven Designer.
