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May 18th 2012
Discover a new style: the Rough Luxe

Discover a new style: the Rough Luxe

by Josette Buisson on Friday, May 18, 2012

In the suburbs of London and New York, you will find places inspired by a desire for authenticity. This urban style with its bohemian and rustic flair is know as Rough Luxe

Add a sparkle to your decor with original planters!

Add a sparkle to your decor with original planters!

by RONAMAG on Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Plants are a great solution for adding height, colour, texture and a touch of dynamism to your indoor and outdoor spaces.

How to preserve a healthy garden

How to preserve a healthy garden

by RONAMAG on Sunday, May 13, 2012

Gardening is a labor of love: love for the plants that our garden holds and the earth that nurtures them. To be successful, gardeners must use both discernment and common sense in order to create an environment that will foster plant growth while also warding off disease and competition from surrounding plants. A well cared for garden will inevitably produce magnificent, constant blooms and a plentiful harvest of vegetables.

4 tips for a flourishing north facing terrasse

4 tips for a flourishing north facing terrasse

by RONAMAG on Saturday, May 12, 2012

At first glance, it might seem difficult to plan a flowerbed located on the north face of a house or add flowers to a wall or terrace exposed to the north. In fact, a few tips will allow you to get a flowered landscape all summer long, even a north facing one!

Let Pantone's Spring 2012 colours inspire your home decor

by RONAMAG on Friday, May 11, 2012

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.

Add a chandelier to your terrace for a spark of luxury

Add a chandelier to your terrace for a spark of luxury

by RONAMAG on Wednesday, May 9, 2012

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!

RONA Collection offers Canada’s natural beauty in paint!

RONA Collection offers Canada’s natural beauty in paint!

by RONAMAG on Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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.

Design according to Ulya Jensen

Design according to Ulya Jensen

by RONAMAG on Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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.

Exterior sidings: 5 factors to consider before buying

Exterior sidings: 5 factors to consider before buying

by RONAMAG on Saturday, April 28, 2012

What siding for what place ? Is it better to install it yourself or to ask a professional ? What are the warranties ? How to take care of it ? Before starting the big new adventure of exterior siding, here are 5 key factors to help you to decide.

Exterior Sidings: How to choose the right coating

Exterior Sidings: How to choose the right coating

by Josette Buisson on Friday, April 27, 2012

When the time comes to select an exterior siding for their home, consumers face countless possibilities, hence the necessity to seriously weigh the pros and cons of each type of siding before making a final decision. Choice should be influenced by aesthetics of course, but should also take into account practical and financial considerations.

Dare indigo blue at home

Dare indigo blue at home

by RONAMAG on Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Indigo blues have recently gained new momentum in the home decor market, appearing on everything from textiles to wall decor and objects of art.

The right white for your decor

The right white for your decor

by Josette Buisson on Saturday, April 21, 2012

White is by far the most popular and important "colour" used in interior design today.