insider secrets
Photo by Valor Fireplaces
www.valorfireplaces.com
FLEXIBLE AMBIANCE A linear fireplace is a great
addition to a family room! Fitting seamlessly into the
built-in unit, the fireplace offers a cosy ambiance and
warmth as needed. This particular fireplace features
the new Valor HeatSmart System which actually
redirects heat, reducing the surface temperature
above the fireplace. This allows designers improved
flexibility with materials and also allows TVs and
paintings to be mounted above the fireplace without
worry of heat damage.
A PERSONAL TOUCH Favourite books, collectibles
from past travels and framed photos are all great
ways to add a personal touch to your décor. We
love how this homeowner used books in a variety of
beachy colours to create a coordinated look without
being too matchy! If your books don’t coordinate with
your décor, you can easily recover them (visit www.
MarcAndMandy.com/Books to learn how).
KEEP IT TIDY Glass and open shelves help create
an open and airy feel but don’t leave many options
for storage. Storage boxes and wicker baskets
work together to provide plenty of storage while
maintaining a tidy, clean space. Using the same
simple storage boxes throughout the lower cabinets
allows storage to blend in without distracting from the
décor of the room.
PATTERN When choosing an accent chair, select
one with an interesting pattern in neutral colours.
This will give the room visual interest without having
to commit to a specific colour scheme.
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Chair, Bassett Furniture, www.bassettfurniture.ca; Whale Tale,
Wayfair, www.wayfair.com; Octopus Pillow, Naked Decor,
www.nakeddecor.com; Fjalla Box with Lid, IKEA, IKEA.ca;
Vases, West Elm, www.westelm.ca