Building a New Home

Learn how to choose paint colours for your kitchen
This past April marked the 8-year anniversary of becoming a Maria Killam True Color Expert and the launching of my second career. Prior to registering for Maria’s True Colour Expert workshop. ​ ​Benjamin Moore (BM) Natural Cream, one of my favorites, turned out to be the perfect choice to unify the hard finishes. The cabinet colors were custom through my cabinet maker; however, the white is similar to BM Decorator’s White.
Is Accessible Beige the right neutral paint colour for your home?
Colour trends have been warming up for a few years now as the either-paint-it-white-or-black-trend quickly wanes. And along with the comeuppance of warm neutrals is the expected confusion around describing nuanced colours. Clients in my eDesign department have been asking for “darker whites” and “creamy neutrals” for a few seasons now. And it is clear that it’s an emergency to get my System for Understanding Undertones out into the world at large quickly!
Should I paint my trim a darker colour?
Another big question that is trending right now is whether or not to paint your trim a greige or a beige paint colour. Are you considering doing this? There are some pros and cons you need to know about painting your trim a darker colour.
Why does my trim colour look wrong?
Which colour should I paint my trim? This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive, and it’s no surprise since getting your trim colour wrong is an expensive mistake. Today, I’m breaking it down step-by-step in a YouTube video! You’re going to want to save it for when you need to make a decision about trim colour.
Which fireplace works with my house?
Design is personal when you decorate. But if you don’t know how to decorate, or you choose furniture that is the wrong style, scale, size or colour, well that’s when you end up spending a lot of money on stuff you’re not real happy with in the end. This builder-chosen linear fireplace design has to STOP. I’ve been seeing this fireplace too much. So much so, that I need to flat out tell you right now to NEVER let your builder install this in your house.
Is Accessible Beige the right neutral paint colour for your home?
Colour trends have been warming up for a few years now as the either-paint-it-white-or-black-trend quickly wanes. And along with the comeuppance of warm neutrals is the expected confusion around describing nuanced colours. Clients in my eDesign department have been asking for “darker whites” and “creamy neutrals” for a few seasons now. And it is clear that it’s an emergency to get my System for Understanding Undertones out into the world at large quickly!
Sourcing black home exteriors for inspiration
When you’re scrolling for home inspiration, be careful not to fall into the all too common trap of thinking it’s solely the paint colour that makes a house pretty.There is so much to learn about creating a beautiful home. Learning how to choose colour is a huge hurdle to clear. You also need to learn about the details of styling and decorating.
Is Accessible Beige the right neutral paint colour for your home?
Colour trends have been warming up for a few years now as the either-paint-it-white-or-black-trend quickly wanes. And along with the comeuppance of warm neutrals is the expected confusion around describing nuanced colours. Clients in my eDesign department have been asking for “darker whites” and “creamy neutrals” for a few seasons now. And it is clear that it’s an emergency to get my System for Understanding Undertones out into the world at large quickly!
Which fireplace works with my house?
Design is personal when you decorate. But if you don’t know how to decorate, or you choose furniture that is the wrong style, scale, size or colour, well that’s when you end up spending a lot of money on stuff you’re not real happy with in the end. This builder-chosen linear fireplace design has to STOP. I’ve been seeing this fireplace too much. So much so, that I need to flat out tell you right now to NEVER let your builder install this in your house.
Which fireplace works with my house?
Design is personal when you decorate. But if you don’t know how to decorate, or you choose furniture that is the wrong style, scale, size or colour, well that’s when you end up spending a lot of money on stuff you’re not real happy with in the end. This builder-chosen linear fireplace design has to STOP. I’ve been seeing this fireplace too much. So much so, that I need to flat out tell you right now to NEVER let your builder install this in your house.
Paint Colour Trends for 2025 and Beyond
Let’s be honest about this black and white trend that’s been dominating design lately. It’s been like a security blanket for designers (and even homeowners) who get nervous when it comes to making colour choices. That's because it feels safe. But did you know that it's already dated?
Is Accessible Beige the right neutral paint colour for your home?
Colour trends have been warming up for a few years now as the either-paint-it-white-or-black-trend quickly wanes. And along with the comeuppance of warm neutrals is the expected confusion around describing nuanced colours. Clients in my eDesign department have been asking for “darker whites” and “creamy neutrals” for a few seasons now. And it is clear that it’s an emergency to get my System for Understanding Undertones out into the world at large quickly!
Stop Using these Paint Colours!
Let’s be honest about this black and white trend that’s been dominating design lately. It’s been like a security blanket for designers (and even homeowners) who get nervous when it comes to making colour choices. That's because it feels safe. But did you know that it's already dated?
Which fireplace works with my house?
Design is personal when you decorate. But if you don’t know how to decorate, or you choose furniture that is the wrong style, scale, size or colour, well that’s when you end up spending a lot of money on stuff you’re not real happy with in the end. This builder-chosen linear fireplace design has to STOP. I’ve been seeing this fireplace too much. So much so, that I need to flat out tell you right now to NEVER let your builder install this in your house.
Is Accessible Beige the right neutral paint colour for your home?
Colour trends have been warming up for a few years now as the either-paint-it-white-or-black-trend quickly wanes. And along with the comeuppance of warm neutrals is the expected confusion around describing nuanced colours. Clients in my eDesign department have been asking for “darker whites” and “creamy neutrals” for a few seasons now. And it is clear that it’s an emergency to get my System for Understanding Undertones out into the world at large quickly!