Category Design Philosophy & Inspiration

Your basement doesn’t have to be that forgotten space where storage boxes go to gather dust. Here in Kitchener, where homes range from century-old classics with stone foundations to modern builds with walk-out potential, your lower level holds genuine possibility for transformation. The challenge isn’t whether you should renovate, but how to design a space that works with your home’s unique characteristics while meeting your family’s actual needs.
Think about what’s missing from your current floor plan. Maybe it’s a quiet home office away from the main living areas, a playroom that keeps toys …

Three mirrors on a wall transform more than light—they reshape how you experience and understand your space. Position them at varying heights to create visual rhythm that draws the eye upward, making low-ceilinged rooms feel expansive and airy. Stagger the placement horizontally rather than in a rigid line to add movement and prevent the arrangement from feeling static or institutional.
Consider the story each mirror tells through its frame. Mixing metals like brass, matte black, and brushed nickel creates textural depth, while keeping similar shapes—three rounds or three arched mirrors—maintains cohesion. The reflection each …