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Have you guys seen the beautiful paper goods shop called Quill & Fox?? They’ve been around for awhile, but if you haven’t heard of them – I’d definitely suggest of stop. I promise you’ll fall in love! They have rich designs with quirky illustrations. A definitely must have if you love sending notes to your friends and family.

And of course, make sure you stop by my blog to see what Cassie picked out today!

Quill & Fox / Table of Notes / terrarium set / book / stamps / adventure print / breanna rose

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Home Remodeling Trends That Are Here to Stay

Homes are almost always a work in progress. Sure, you like how it looks when you move in and for a while afterwards, but sooner or later you’ll need to make some updates. Maybe you’ve grown tired of the peeling floral wallpaper in the kitchen. Perhaps you realized that the sliding barn door fad isn’t functional for families with kids.
Whatever your reason, navigating a remodel requires careful thought and thorough planning. Keep reading to see some practical home renovation ideas that will spark inspiration for your upgrades.

 

 


 

Room-by-Room Remodeling Ideas to Make Your Dream Home

 


If you’re ready to start planning a home remodel by using the Toronto handyman services then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up the tried-and-true ideas, and sorted them by room.

A Contractor Measuring Cabinets for a Kitchen Remodel.

Popular Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

It’s a room you spend a lot of time in, from cooking to unloading groceries. It also happens to be home to some of the most common home renovation projects. Whether you’re looking to demo your kitchen from top-to-bottom or just make a few quick upgrades, here are a few remodeling ideas to get you started.

Change Countertops

If you’re looking to update your kitchen countertops, butcher block is a stylish and practical option that can add warmth and charm to your space. With a variety of wood species and finishes to choose from, butcher blocks can complement any kitchen decor, from modern to rustic. If you’re interested in learning more about incorporating butcher blocks into your kitchen design, contact a trusted supplier or manufacturer to discuss your options and get started on your kitchen renovation project.

Installing new countertops can breathe new life into an old kitchen, whether you’re looking for a timeless classic like quartz or laminate or want to go a bit trendier with something like butcher block or marble. As an added plus, tearing out the old countertops isn’t too hard of a project, depending on the material. Take a look to these butcher block cutting boards.

Update Cabinets

Modern kitchen gadgets like air fryers and espresso machines take up more space than you might expect. As a result, storage space always seems to be at a premium. Updated cabinet designs allow for more storage options than ever before — everything from pull-out drawers and built-in lazy Susans to adjustable shelving heights and hooks. Chances are if your cabinets haven’t been remodeled since 2010, you’re missing out on a lot of much-needed storage space. The good news? DIY cabinet removal and installation are both fairly simple. You or a contractor could knock out both jobs in a couple day if all the supplies are ready.

Expand Your Pantry

Most kitchens contain pantry space, but sometimes the area you have isn’t enough, especially for large families. If you’re looking to add a bit more pantry space, it all depends on the type of kitchen you’re working with. For a galley-style kitchen, consider constructing a small stacked pantry or adding more shelves to one you may already have. If you have a bit more space to work with, you may choose to build a larger, walk-in pantry into a corner. Also, never discount expansion. If you have the space to knock down a wall and borrow a bit of a neighboring room, it could be a great choice.

Basement Remodeling Inspiration

If your house has a basement, you know it’s a great multi-functional space. Maybe you’re using it for storage. Perhaps you’ve made it a rec room or home gym. Whatever its function, basement remodeling is a common practice that can add more functional square-footage to your home. Read on for some renovation tips that will make your basement the best it can be.

Finish the Basement

If you’re looking for another functional room in your house, finishing the basement is a simple solution. The best part of finishing a basement is that it can be as complete as you want it to be. You can remodel the whole basement or just a portion, leaving yourself an unfinished space for storage, messy indoor work or any other function you’d like an unfinished area to serve. The possibilities of a basement are endless, and allow for as much customization as you would like.

Add Shelving

Whether the basement is finished or unfinished, adding built-in shelving is always a possibility. For unfinished basements, a couple of support beams with wooden planks fit the aesthetic nicely. Finished basements offer a wider variety of options — wall inset, open air, hideaway — but do require more work to install. Regardless, the addition of shelving units will go a long way toward helping organize your basement while making room for new additions.

Customize for Entertainment

If you’re looking to make your basement a fun place, there’s plenty of option to suit your needs. Enjoy hosting parties for the big game or awards season? Consider installing a bar complete with running water and cooking surfaces so no one needs to leave the room and miss a big play or acceptance speech. Need a playroom for the kids? Install some kid-friendly flooring and chalkboard wall paint, coupled with some built-in toy chests. Want a movie theatre feel in your own home? Install some lights on a dimmer, coupled with a projector and surround-sound speakers.

Renovation Ideas for an Ideal Bathroom

You use this room multiple times a day, so it only makes sense that you would like to ensure it’s always at its peak. Whether big or small, it’s possible to remodel your bathroom on a budget to get the functionality and design you’re looking for. You can find ways to make most of your ideas work, even if there might be a few compromises along the way.

Update the Vanity

The quickest way to update the look of your bathroom is with one of the largest features: the vanity. This update can bring a lot of valuable changes to the room, including more drawer space and a modernized sink and faucet. Tearing out your vanity and replacing it tops many bathroom renovation to-do lists. Plus, it’s one you can do regardless of your budget — from adding his and hers sinks on the higher end of the scale to updating older lighting fixtures with modern, energy-efficient designs for a quick budget remodel that instantly transforms the space.

Convert Your Tub or Shower

Ready to remove your walk-in shower? Switching to a bathtub is a great option for families with young children or pets. On the other hand, converting from a tub to a shower is a popular project for aging in place to avoid tripping hazards. Whatever the reason, updating the bathing area of your bathroom is a common renovation.

Maximize Storage Potential

Adding storage space is a common add-on to bathroom remodels, whether you have a sprawling master bathroom or are looking to find new shelves in a tiny bathroom. Over-the-toilet shelving, a storage closet or hanging cabinets are all common installations to add storage capacity in a bathroom.

Perfect Laundry and Mudroom Transformation Tips

The mudroom and laundry room are often times one and the same. With so many uses, it can be tough to find ways to get everything that you need into one space. Use these tips to help get your ideas flowing and create the room that fits your needs.

Maximize Flat Surface Space

Flat, open space is an important element in both rooms. Adding places to set items is a key component of any remodeled laundry room or mudroom, whether you’re looking for a space to fold clothes, dry wet sweaters or stack some boxes for a quick grab as you head out the door. If you’re looking for a way to add more surface space in your laundry room or mudroom consider something on a hinge that can allow added space when needed.

Increase Hanging Capacity

Vertical space goes hand-in-hand with counter space. Look for places to include hooks or a rack for hangers. Whether you’ve got rain coats or a freshly ironed dress shirt, they need to be hung up to dry or prevent wrinkles. Often times, the best place for these can be above a counter space.

Create a Dirty Spot

A space that is made to handle mud, dirt and water is crucial for a mudroom renovation, but is just as important in a laundry room. There are plenty of materials to help create this space — laminate or tile floors to hold up to moisture, rubber wall panels, floor drains — but you’ll need to pick and choose what best fits your space and needs.

Pick another room

An Empty Room that is Being Painted.

Simple Home Remodel Tips for Any Room

While the sections above are great for room-specific inspiration, the tips in this section can apply to any room and can be done at any time — not just when you’re doing a major room overhaul. Read on for some ideas on how to instantly give your home an update.

Paint the Walls

For a quick, splashy update to your home, consider a new paint job. From a simple touch up coat to picking an entirely new color scheme or adding an accent wall, a few coats of fresh paint can change the mood of any room at a relatively low cost.

Open the Floor Plan

If you’re looking for a way to create more space in your room, consider opening it up by knocking out a wall. This trend has become common as a way to connect the kitchen and dining room or living room for entertaining. However, you need to be sure that the wall you’re removing isn’t load bearing.

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Regardless of your age, eating healthy should be a lifelong goal and isn’t just for weight loss! Whether you’re in your 20s or your 70s, what you eat is a vital element to your overall health. Your diet contributes the various nutrients your body needs to work properly and keeps you energized throughout the day.

Not only does a healthy diet provide your body with essential nutrients, but it also can affect your weight, which in turn influences your overall health. In addition, certain diseases and chronic conditions are directly affected by a person’s weight. It’s recommended that the average person age 65+ maintain a diet that provides around 2,000 calories a day and does not surpass the recommended amount of sodium, calories from saturated fats, and added sugars. Depending on your height, weight, activity level, and your gender, you might need to consume more or fewer calories. Always consult with your doctor and a registered and licensed dietitian if you are looking to achieve weight loss or weight gain goals.

At Village Health Partners, we take your whole-person wellness seriously. This includes your eating habits, your fitness, and your wellbeing. Our registered and licensed dietitians, Amber Odom and Melanie Wilder, will provide you with the best tips, tools, and advice to guide you on your healthy eating journey.

Healthy eating can seem a bit daunting, making it hard to know where to start. Here are some basic tips to keep in mind about healthy eating.

 

1. Stay Hydrated

Staying hydrated is critical to our overall health, and with age, we might lose some of our sense of thirst. Water from liquids and food will help your body digest and absorb nutrients properly. To combat dehydration, drink water, low-fat milk, or 100% fruit juice throughout the day. Try to limit drinks that have added sugars and high sodium levels.

 

2. Be Aware of Portion Size

We all love Texas, but Texas-sized portions are contributing to us eating more. Studies show that when we were served more food, we eat more food. Our dietitians suggest using a 9-inch plate, versus a standard 12-inch plate. This cuts your calories by 25% or more!

Food portion sizes are a major part to maintaining a healthy diet. A healthy diet should be made up of protein, vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy, and oils. Fruits and vegetables are a low-calorie way to add nutrients and fiber into your diet. A general rule of thumb is to have half of your plate filled with non-starchy fruits and veggies. Eat fruits and vegetables in a wide array of colors, textures, and flavors to maximize the variety of nutrients you receive and make your food interesting. An average person should choose from the daily food portions listed below:

  • Vegetables — 2 to 3 cups
  • Fruits — 1½ to 2 cups
  • Grains — 5 to 8 ounces
  • Dairy — 3 cups (fat-free or low-fat)
  • Protein foods — 5 to 6½ ounces
  • Oils — 5 to 7 teaspoons

 

3. Pick Easy to Chew Food

Getting older often means that our teeth and gums change, which makes it more difficult to chew. Pick softer foods to eat such as cooked or canned tuna, chicken, soups, vegetables, and fruit. That way you can comfortably eat and won’t miss out on vital nutrients. Try out the Best weight loss pills for women.

 

4. Flavor Meals with Herbs and Spices

If your food doesn’t taste like it used to, you aren’t alone. An aspect of getting older is our taste and sense of smell changes. Some medicines can also affect how food tastes. To make food less bland, try new seasonings like lemon juice, vinegar, herbs, and other spices you haven’t tried. Just beware of adding more salt!

 

5. Keep Food Safe to Eat

Foodborne illness is a serious threat. It can lead to prolonged illness, hospitalization, and in some instances, death. As a preventative measure, thoroughly cook all meats, poultry, shellfish, eggs, and sprouts. Throw out any food that might be past its “best by” date or that may not be safe to consume.

 

6. Vitamins and Supplements

Other than food, the only other way to get the proper nutrients is to take dietary supplements. These supplements will fill in any nutritional gaps you may have in your diet. Talk to your doctor about which vitamins and supplements you may need.

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I can’t believe I haven’t shared this brand with you guys yet. Castle is one of my all time favorite spots on the web for interior products + art. The funny thing is that I don’t own anything from them … yet. Gotta save those pennies!! What I love about their brand most is the color and modern simplicity of everything. They utilize simple shapes and definitely take advantage of white space.

Putting this moodboard together was definitely fun. After all, the colors they use sure do POP in the creative world. Make sure you stop over at my blog to see what Cassie picked out this week!

castle / lady / chair / pattern / pink paint / sophia wright / letters / confetti / breanna rose

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It’s been really hot around here for some time now, so I thought a little swimwear action for Branding Backwards this week would be a perfect fit — I have a perfect tip to know how to lift breasts to show off swimsuits. You can find Zinké’s products at a ton of shops like Anthropologie and Free People, but they’re also online too! I’m loving their simplicity with pops of colors in all the right places. Enjoy and stay cool, ya here??

Make sure to step by my blog today to see what Cassie is cooking up!

Zinké / BLEND / GEOMETRICS / SUNGLASSES / BEACH / LADY AND POPSICLE / BREANNA ROSE

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For this week’s branding backwards post, I was inspired by Satsuki Shibuya’s studio tour on Emmadime last week. I’ve always loved her shop’s aesthetic and thought it would be a perfect post for our series. She has a sweet + elegant brand filled with many patterns throughout her products … you can bet there’s always something interesting going on!

Don’t forget to check out which brand Cassie picked over on my blog today!!

satsuki shibuya / girl / fabric / journal / kitchen / calligraphy / numbers / breanna rose

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It was only natural that I hit up Madewell for this week’s Branding Backwards post. They have such a modern + fresh way of showcasing their simple brand through photography. It’s all about black, white, and pops of color. And beyond that, I believe they’ve created a solid “look” as far as fashion goes. You can look at one of their outfits and thing “that’s very Madewell.” Truth!

Be sure to visit my blog to see what Cassies up to in the Branding Backwards world this week.

madewell / blouse + chambray / man / lady / flowers / mint clothing / verily / breanna rose

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I chose a very modern brand for this week’s branding backwards series. Dustin K. Friesen is a graphic designer with killer personal branding. I was beyond inspired by his business cards! I mean, how cool are they (photographed above)?? It reminds me to get out of my own box from time to time. You can see the rest of his work right here.

Cassie is on my blog today with her latest Branding Backwards post! Make sure to stop by and check it out.

Dustin K. Friesen / top left / ff / transparencies / geometrics / beakers / highlands / breanna rose

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The branding for Fruita Blanch by Atipus is hands down one of my favorite identities, ever. I’m not sure if it’s their handmade type or the modern + vintage combo that won me over more, but the fact of the matter is that it’s done extremely well, as a whole. While the typography is clean cut and simple, the designers had a fun time matching everything with beautiful photographs of fruit. I dig it. PLUS, you can even download the font they used, for free! Simply click here to get it. What a score, huh??

As usual, make sure you stop over at my blog today to see Cassie’s Branding Backwards post this week! I’ve been having such a fun time working on these posts for all of you. Can’t wait to keep it going!

atipus / fruita blanch / lit / glass / pattern / bottles / palm trees / fruit / alphabet / blogged by breanna rose

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Hey everyone! I’m pumped to be back sharing a new branding backwards with you all this week. Like I said before, I really enjoy making moodboards and could honestly make them all day. So much fun! This week’s brand is The New Domestic, a modern + colorful shop with a focus on simplicity. I fell in love with their products from the first time I browsed through everything. Personally, I think the best part about their shop is all the beautiful colors, paired together so well. I mean, check out their branding colors. Totally digging it.

On a sidenote : my blog moxee has moved to a new location! Never fear, all of Cassie’s previous recreate it and branding backwards features have made the journey over, too! Don’t forget to check out Cassie’s branding pick this week.

THE NEW DOMESTIC / F IT / YOU & ME / WOMAN / GEOMETRICS / THANK YOU / ANCHORS / BLOGGED BY BREANNA ROSE

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