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December 2012

Top 10 calendars to kick off 2013 in style!

Top 10 calendars to kick off 2013 in style!

by RONAMAG on Thursday, December 20, 2012

Calendars are now available in many shapes and forms. Be sure to make yours truly unique by personalizing it all the way with birthdays, reminders and keepsakes!

Colin & Justin Enlighten your living room

Colin & Justin Enlighten your living room

by RONAMAG on Thursday, December 20, 2012

Colin and Justin show you how to lose the darkness, brighten up and create rooms that warm, welcome and delight this season

Discover the 2013 PANTONE COLOUR OF THE YEAR: EMERALD

Discover the 2013 PANTONE COLOUR OF THE YEAR: EMERALD

by Josette Buisson on Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Near the end of each year, after months of careful research and design-industry surveying, the PANTONE Color Institute announces a colour for the year ahead. For 2012, it was the brazen Tangerine Tango, a bold and cheeky hue that quickly made its mark in fashion, accessories, and household items. The previous year, it was Honeysuckle Pink, and the uber-popular Turquoise the year before that. When PANTONE calls out a colour as one to watch, it’s a safe bet that its viability with consumers is no longer a guessing game.

Ulya Jensen makes a statement with lighting

Ulya Jensen makes a statement with lighting

by Ulya Jensen on Sunday, December 16, 2012

Though we may not know it, we're greatly influenced by the amount of light found in a given space. Lighting has come a long way in recent years. No longer just for providing light, it's now being used to create mood, showcase objects, as art and to enhance both interior and exterior spaces. Often, however, lighting is one of the last elements we consider when designing a space. Today, we're pleased to shed light on the different ways you can use lighting to bring out all the beauty of your home!

Create a vintage style dining room

Create a vintage style dining room

by RONAMAG on Friday, December 14, 2012

A vintage decor exudes charm and comfort while also creating a feeling of nostalgia or even curiosity, depending on the age of your guests. Here are a few suggestions to help you design a unique dining room space inspired by a not too distant past but complete with modern-day style and amenities!

Ideas & Advice: Transform your living room

Ideas & Advice: Transform your living room

by RONAMAG on Monday, December 10, 2012

Redesigning your living room for a stunning new look is easier than you think! A brick accent wall, for instance, is very trendy. Besides being easy to install, it is also simple to clean: just vacuum its surface!

Colin & Justin’s Tips for a warm and festive ambience

Colin & Justin’s Tips for a warm and festive ambience

by Colin and Justin on Monday, December 10, 2012

With winter well and truly upon us and the party season beckoning, the key ingredient for happy hosting is warmth – a warm welcome, a warming drink and of course a warm and cosy reception room. Make your home a place unto which guests flock, time and again, by following a few simple rules that will bring out the best in decor… and your guests!

 How to choose the right accessories to pair with your walls?

How to choose the right accessories to pair with your walls?

by RONAMAG on Sunday, December 9, 2012

"I purchased two Eco Paint colours: Blue Planet and Honey. I painted the living room in Blue Planet and the master bedroom in Honey. When I finished painting, I realized that I didn't know which colours to use for things like pillows and accessories. Can you give me some ideas?"
Lynn - Summerside, Prince Edward Island

10 fireplace decorating ideas for the holidays

10 fireplace decorating ideas for the holidays

by RONAMAG on Wednesday, December 5, 2012

This year, surprise Santa Claus with a heartening assortment of original, playful and rustic decorations around the fireplace. Here are ten inspiring designs that are ideal for this joyous season.

Jean de Lessard shows you how to decorate an open-concept living room

Jean de Lessard shows you how to decorate an open-concept living room

by Jean de Lessard on Tuesday, December 4, 2012

An open-concept layout in which the kitchen, dining and living room are all within direct view of each other can present a number of design challenges. Seen more and more in newly built condos and homes, this architectural style can be used to compensate for a limited amount of floor space by influencing our perception of a property's actual size. There are several ways to maximize the effect of this optical illusion. Optimize your space with either a simple approach or a designer approach.

Editor’s Pick: a new section that’s worth your attention!

by RONAMAG on Monday, December 3, 2012

RONAMAG’s team created for you a new section, the Editor’s Pick, where you will find our favourite content, the designs that are particularly inspiring, and the articles we kindly recommend to you.

ODEChair furniture: Harmonizing design with nature

ODEChair furniture: Harmonizing design with nature

by RONAMAG on Sunday, December 2, 2012

Referring to designer Jolyon Yates’s own words: “An ODE is a lyrical poem that pays respect to that which inspires it”. His product, better yet his work, is stamped with this idea which explains the name ODEChair.