At LUX decor, we believe great interior design isn’t reserved for those with extravagant budgets or professional teams. It’s for everyone—an art that reflects your personality, evokes emotion, and makes your house feel like home. Whether you’re revamping an entire house or simply refreshing a room, these trends will help you elevate your spaces. Our
A helpful guide to setting expectations and what you need to know This may be your first renovation project, or you’re pondering a new one. You may have also experienced a renovation gone wrong, and truth be told, if you’re not equipped or well prepared, things may not go according to plan. Whatever the case
What is “Interiority,” Anyways? Early on in Sun Ah’s design career, she realized she wanted to be present at as many reveals as possible to see the joy on people’s faces, since she never felt the feeling of home before. Since being adopted at the age of 4 in Korea, Sun Ah realized that delivering
When redecorating a space, people often underestimate the impact paint color can have—the available colors have come such a long way from a basic builders’ beige. Often, when people look to refreshen their home decor, revisiting their paint choices will be an essential part of the process, as it sets the tone for the space.
Sometimes it feels like we never left March 2020, what with the pandemic and all. The kitchen interior design trends, however, have moved forward in 2022, and we’re so excited to share them with you. We’re often reluctant to use the word trend when referring to home design, as LUX decor always strives to create
As we reach the peak of this year’s holiday season, many of us are spending a significant amount of time in our dining spaces with family and friends, surrounded by lots of good food. Because of this, some of us have started to reassess our spaces. It’s only natural to feel somewhat overwhelmed at the
Winter has officially arrived; all the telltale signs are here. The neighbourhood trees are bare, the sky is a dark shade of grey and the brutal December wind has made its return, leaving us longing for summer. With the months of colder weather ahead, our attention turns to our home. We’re all prioritizing the creation
The pandemic created a well-publicized shortage of construction material and unprecedented delays in the supply chain, leading many people to get cold feet and postpone their home renovation projects. We are now seeing some of these issues slowly resolve and if you have been putting off your dream-reno, now may be the time to start
If you are planning an upcoming renovation, whether it be a whole home or a single room within your home, you are about to embark on an exciting adventure! There are so many possibilities—tile selection alone offers us an endless array of colors, textures, and finishes. Throughout the process, there will be an almost overwhelming
If you’re about to embark on a new design project, the planning phase can often be the most exciting part. While we encourage you to dream big, budget certainly plays a role. Math may not have been your favourite subject in school but taking the time to crunch the numbers and create a concrete plan
Bathroom design trends are always changing. For example, his and hers sinks, which were all the rage in the 90s, are not all as popular as they once were. However, while some trends are really worth the investment, incorporating a few classic elements will ensure that your bathroom remains current over time. In this next blog,
Stress management can be a big task. This is even more difficult when you’re feeling like that stress is following you around and occupying your thoughts during downtime. In this blog, we’ll be sharing our design tips on creating quiet spaces, refuges from your daily stress. A place to read a book, practice mindfulness, or simply
Who hasn’t dreamed about having their very own at-home gym? I mean, if that isn’t the height of luxury, what is? If you’ve ever seriously considered assembling your own at-home gym, but are feeling lost, today’s blog’s the one for you! We will be going over some easy, yet insightful, design tips for creating your
Finding a cozy corner where you can sit down with a hot cup of tea and enjoy a moment with a good book is heaven. Due to the pandemic, we’re spending more time cooped up inside. Oftentimes, this time is spent dealing with the stress that comes with working remotely. At LUX decor, we value
Now that we’re all spending so much time in the kitchen, whether that be baking banana bread or meal prepping because we’re all eating out less, I’m sure you’ve been looking at ways to revamp your space. Today we’ll be checking out some of the current kitchen design trends. We’re hoping that you’ll find something that interests you, and perhaps
This is a back-to-school like none we have ever seen before. Some of our children have returned to school and some have started virtual classes. Some parents have returned to work over the summer, many others are still working from home. Now is the time to rethink our temporary home offices and living arrangements. We are seeing a lot more time, money,
We’ve all been stuck at home for months on end and are craving time in the great outdoors. Many are looking for ways to make their small space feel a little roomier and less cluttered. Whether you’re trying to find ideas for your dorm room, condo, or are just looking to spruce up a small
With many people working from home now, sometimes two or more people in a household, finding a special little spot to set up is more important than ever. An organized functional office will help you to be more focused, productive, and enjoy your time spent working from home. It doesn’t necessarily mean a large room
When it comes to a small space, every piece of furniture needs to be treated like a jewel: there’s little room for error with limited space, and you need to make everything pop. When we were tasked to create a Pied-A-Terre for Jennifer, we jumped at the opportunity. Jennifer splits her time between Hudson and
The process of searching for the perfect statement bookshelf isn’t easy. Finding “wow” items for a room — within a very specific budget — takes some creative thinking, to say the least. To help our clients get the Lux Decor look for less, we’ve become at experts at IKEA hacking over the years. We’re feeling generous and have
When Adam and Leslie approached us for help updating their living room and dining room, we knew just what they needed: a pair of connected spaces that would be fashionable–AND functional! When designing for Adam and Leslie, everything was picked to strike a balance between WHERE did you get that? And functional pieces that aren’t afraid of
When one of our clients walks into a room and gasps, saying, “I feel like I’m in a magazine!” — we know we’ve done our job. But the journey to get there — while fun and exciting — requires a unique methodology. The topic of budgets is one of the most important parts of a
We sat down with our client, Omri, to chat about his new home, design taste, and what’s next for him. When our client, Omri reached out to us, we were so excited to help him make his mainstay cabin feel like home. With unique features like exposed wooden beams and walls, epic windows, and prominent fireplace,
4 bedrooms, 4 different ways. The bedroom is likely the room where you will spend most of your time actually living. As such, the space should be an accurate representation of your style. The good news? The options are endless. From saturated to muted colors, from cool and modern, to warm and cozy styles —
Many of you have probably always dreamt of having that light coloured sofa or accent chair but ended up with a dark brown or charcoal one instead by fear your kids or pets will just ruin them. We’re here to put your minds at ease, and tell you that you will never have to sacrifice the
Have you ever wondered what a design service can really do for you? I’m Sun Ah Brock Co-owner of LUX decor, and in this blog I would like to share with you some of our greatest make overs, and how we helped these clients transform their spaces. As you may have recently seen in our Mother’s
Being a mom is by far one of the most difficult and most rewarding jobs in the world, and Mother’s Day is a special time for all of us to show how truly grateful we are for all they’ve done. It’s a day to celebrate many of the incredible women in our lives—the sacrifices they’ve
Here at LUX Decor, we love providing you with special tidbits of advice to elevate your hosting potential. Mother’s Day this year is no different! Friend of LUX decor, Anna Krista invited us into her home to help us guide you through two quick and easy recipes that will bring a charming edge to your family
Our client Marisa welcomed us into her home, where clean lines meets traditional style. She worked with us to design and decorate the perfect space for her and her family, with spaces that are practical yet beautiful. When did you know you needed design services? When I went over to a friend’s house and noticed how beautiful
In the last year or so we’ve had an increased demand for color. While we’ve often incorporated subtle hints of it here and there, for some the focus has shifted to brighter, louder hues. From rugs to custom dining chairs to colorful wall decor, I will walk you through a few projects we’ve recently delivered
“I was embarrassed by the space before. It was plain. Now, I feel proud to have people over. ” – Julie Gough Do you ever walk into your living room, the latest Liane Moriarty book in hand, look around and walk right out? It happens all too often that rooms aren’t displayed to their fullest
Your bedroom can be equal parts fun and relaxing. Just because it’s dreary and grey outside this season doesn’t mean your home has to be. In fact, we spend most of our time at home in our bedrooms (they say you spend a third of your life sleeping!) If that’s not a good enough reason
This past holiday season, I welcomed you into my home for a festive decor overview. Notably missing from the tour was my bedroom — it’s time to change that! It seems that there is no end in sight to this long winter season! My answer to dealing with the winter blues is making my space extra warm
Besides making your space extra cozy, pillows add pizazz and flare to your home! Win win! It’s time for some pillow talk! Not only do throw pillows add a comfy vibe to your space, but they present yet another opportunity to inject fun colors and textures into a room. This month, we’re redirecting our attention
As the holiday season is coming to a close, it’s time to set our sights on our 2018 home goals. Why is it that the season of giving always fills our homes with more things, anyhow? While December is filled with gift-giving and generosity, we tend to get so busy that we have no available time to catch our
You might be disappointed when you hear what my favorite part of the holiday season is… simply because the answer is just so predictable: it’s decorating my house. But, in all honesty, the holiday “spirit” isn’t something I totally bought into until I had a family. Even though my kids are teenagers now, they still love it
It was the best of times… it was the worst of times. Oh winter, how we love thee! It can be bitterly cold in our city when the winter hits, which isn’t great for the extremities — but is, however, an excellent excuse for cozying up by the fire at home. While many people wait
Take a drive through the idyllic Gables Court and you’ll immediately understand why families love to call this quaint community home. Picturesque streets with soaring trees line the laneways dotted with unique mid-century homes, which are complete with spacious yards. A local pool, beach, and safe streets for riding a bike round out all of
Getting out of dodge when the August heat washes over the city is a routine most Montrealers have become well-accustomed to. This year, Lux Decor co-owner and designer, Sun Ah Brock, ventured to one of her favorite spots on earth — Maine. Sun Ah has been visiting this coastal gem with her husband since she
Happy holidays from our team at LUX Decor! We’ve finally completed our 12 Days Of LUX video series and we’re so thrilled about it. In the last 12 videos, we’ve taken you through a variety of holiday tips from decorating, to hosting. We’ve guided you through cooking, gift wrapping, and revamping your space for the
Throughout our 12 Days Of LUX video series, we’ve given you a multitude of tips and tricks for creating the perfect holiday home… but what’s a Christmas-ready dining table without food to fill it? For our 7th Day Of LUX, we’re taking you through two simple recipes that are the perfect treats for a small
Is it just us or is all this holiday decorating working up your appetite? Luckily, we’re taking a short break from Christmas greenery and festive bookshelves for our 5th Day of LUX! Nicola from Nicola’s Tasty Kitchen and her daughter Holly took over for us on this one to show you how to create their favourite holiday
12 Days of LUX has finally arrived, and what better way to kick it off than with a guide to decking out your dining table for holiday gatherings? From tablecloths, to cutlery, to centrepieces, decorating your table for the season’s celebrations can be overwhelming at times. Never fear—LUX Decor’s very own Dasha Zoeger and Katrina
