The Laurel model home by Lindvest Homes has been in the works for many months, and finally we are able to share Reveal Day at The Laurel. This project is the epitome of our team’s passion for design.

Rebecca HayMarch 14, 2019The Laurel, The Laurel Project, Lindvest Homes, Aurora Glen, Reveal Day, Aurora Ontario, interior design, Model Home, The Laurel SeriesComment

iPad Pro vs Laptop

A lot of you have asked about my transition from a MacBook Pro to an iPad Pro. This week I share the pros and cons of making the switch to an iPad Pro and how it helps me run my business and my family.

Rebecca HayMarch 7, 2019iPad Pro vs MacBook Pro, Running your Business, iPad Pro 2019 Review, Mompreneur, Interior Design Business, Pros of an iPad Pro, Cons of an iPad Pro, Pros of a MacBook, Cons of a MacBookComment

Moving Into The Laurel

This Week I am so excited to share INSTALL WEEK at The Laurel Model Home. The team and I have been working for months and things are finally coming together.

Rebecca HayFebruary 28, 2019The Laurel, Episode 4, Install Week, Lindvest Homes, Model Home, Interior Design, Artstall, Mittmann, From Conception to Completion, Aurora GlenComment

How to Hang Art Like a Pro

If you are going to hang or install art yourself, you can avoid some of the biggest mistakes by simply following these 3 steps.

Rebecca HayFebruary 28, 2019Artstall, Hanging Art, How To, How to Hang Art, Hanging art like a pro, Harbour Front Project, The Laurel Project, Lindvest HomesComment

5 Kitchen Design Mistakes

Everyone loves a good kitchen Reno. But not everyone goes through one successfully. Here are 5 common mistakes people make when designing a kitchen and how to avoid them.

Rebecca HayFebruary 22, 20195 Kitchen Design Mistakes, Kitchen Triangle, Location of Garbage Disposal, Quality Furniture, Kitchen Bar Stools, Dedicated Kitchen Storage, GRASS, Upper Canada Speciality Hardware, cabinet hardware, Designing your Kitchen Comment

7 Step Guide to a Perfect Kitchen Reno

As the kitchen is normally the heart of the home, and one that will take the biggest budgets to renovate, it can often be a stressful process. I have developed a strong 7 Step Guide that will hopefully make your kitchen renovation stress free and as easy as any renovation can truly be.

Rebecca HayFebruary 22, 2019Designing your Kitchen, 7 Step Guide to Kitchen Design, 5 Kitchen Design Mistakes, GTA Home & Reno Show 2019, Creating a renovation budget, ikea vs custom kitchensComment

5 Secrets to Chic, Kid Friendly Decor

When you crave for your home to look like it’s in a magazine, but your home is dominated by growing children, beautiful design can be tricky. Here are 5 tips for achieving beautiful decor when children are in the mix.

Rebecca HayNovember 16, 2018Coffee Table Design, Designing your home, Family Friendly Home, Kid Friendly Design, antique furniture, invest in fabrics, benefit of carpetsComment

Why you should hire a Designer.

How the 5 FEARS of working with a designer are actually the reasons you should work with one.

Rebecca HayOctober 16, 2018interior design, designing your home, working with a designer, managing a renovation, renovation processComment

What’s the difference? Custom VS Store Bought Furniture

What’s the difference between custom and store bought furniture? As a designer I’m always trying to find and incorporate custom unique pieces of furniture into every space I design. However, I can also appreciate the benefits of purchasing from a big box store.

Rebecca HayAugust 1, 2018custom vs store bought furniture, Designing your home, solidly built furniture, renovation budget, Upholstery, benefits of buying from a big box store, benefits of custom furnitureComment

What's the Difference? Ikea vs Custom Kitchens

What’s the difference between IKEA vs Custom Cabinetry? When I design kitchens, I always start with creating a design based on the presented budget. From that budget I am able to suggest various designs with either an IKEA Kitchen or a Custom Kitchen.

Rebecca HayJuly 9, 2018IKEA Kitchens, ikea vs custom kitchens, renovation budget, interior design, Designing on a Tight Budget, custom millwork, full service kitchen companyComment

Best New Lighting Trend

Colour has become a huge trend, even colour in lighting. From my first visit to High Point Market in North Carolina to everyday retail stores, I have seen an abrupt yet refreshing change in lighting fixtures.

Rebecca HayJune 1, 2018Lighting Trend, High Point Market 2018, Introducing Colour, Lighting Personality, Design Trend, Unique Lighting, Timeless lighting DesignComment

Top Furniture Trends in 2018

My first time at High Point Market was incredible and inspiring. I saw so much beauty and I really wanted to share some of my favourite key trends that I believe we will be seeing everywhere very soon.

Rebecca HayMay 4, 2018Trends from High Point Market, High Point Market 2018, Design Trends, Natural Materials, Luxurious velvets, Mixing Metals, Colour, Robert Abbey Lighting, Rolled Metal Detailing, Curved Furniture, outdoor furniture, Spring Trends

5 STEPS TO PLANNING A WINTER RENOVATION

The cooler temperatures have set in. It’s perfect timing to start planning a home renovation! Here are my professional tips on planning and executing a winter renovation successfully to give you the results that you will love.

Rebecca HayDecember 15, 2017Winter Renovation, Planning a renovation, Hire a Designer, Creating a renovation budget, Pre-Ordering TipsComment

Best Holiday Gifts for the Home

The holidays are hands down, my favourite time of year. It’s a time to gather, celebrate and indulge. It’s all about giving and sharing and I am often hosting non stop. It can be a hectic season so being prepared always helps! Here are my top 5 holiday must-haves for this year.

Rebecca HayDecember 8, 2017Holiday Gifts, Reno & Decor Magazine, Top 5 Holiday Must Haves, Decor Tips, Gift Ideas

Our Studio: Moving Day

We did it! After a long process our office is no longer a construction zone! Time to move in!

Rebecca HayAugust 2, 2017Moving Day, Rebecca Hay Designs, Studio Design, Easter, Our Studio

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