Idealspace Design

Communication. As a designer, expressing myself clearly is key. Sometimes a minute spent on a quick sketch can replace a lengthy email or time spent producing CAD drawings. #interiorelevation #roomsketch #livingroom #montrealinteriordesign #idealspace #karenweiner #spaceplanning #homedesign #designcommunication

Design guidance comes in many forms. In this case it started with a fireplace and a favourite colour, and Idealspace Design showed the homeowners an idea of how to make it work. #idealspacedesign #karenweiner #moodboard #inspirationboard #montrealinteriordesign #designguidance

I love the back-and-forth on a project when there are multiple professionals involved. #idealspacedesign #karenweiner #houseaddition #homeextension #montrealinteriordesign

Some of my favourites: old school drawings, major changes to come, and allowing a family to continue loving their home. #idealspacedesign #karenweiner #homeaddition #montrealinteriordesign #loveyourhome

It can be a challenge to choose the right art for your walls. You have to love the image and colours, the size has to be right, you might be limited by budget, you want something different... Buying from a local art student is a great way to buy local, support someone just starting out, and respect your budget. A local artist / art student to consider is @thatartstudent27 who does beautiful work in a variety of sizes and mediums. She is also on Facebook under the name That Art Student but I’m having trouble linking there.

Change brings change. Much like a snowball rolling along and growing as it goes. From my experiences the past several months, the changes in interiors, residential and otherwise, go much beyond what this article talks about, but it’s still a good read. What changes have you found to be needed in your home this year? Do you think these will be permanent or short-lived? https://apple.news/AolRxgWTmS0qFD8iUCGCozQ

Reminder because this tile style is still popular. The marble or stone in it should be sealed if it’s in an area prone to water or dirt (i.e. shower or kitchen backsplash). Choose your sealer carefully to avoid waxy streaks on the glass and porcelain in or around it.

Existing and proposed. Will be posting lots more about this project as it develops. #idealspacedesign #karenweiner #residentialdesignmontreal #montrealinteriordesign #homeextension #homeenlargement #houseaddition

Cardboard to the rescue! In drawings, things were looking good from some angles, but not so good from other angles. I needed to identify any potential problem areas. #idealspacedesign #karenweiner #cardboardcreations #montrealinteriordesign #interiordesignmontreal #montrealrenovationplanning

Wishing everyone a shanah tovah. May the new year be filled with good health and whatever it is that makes you smile.