Lumar Interiors’ Blog

We are choosing paint colours on a daily basis. Walls, trims, ceilings, doors, cabinetry and anything you can think of can be painted for a new look. 95% of the time, we go to our favourite neutral paint colours.

Here are our favourite go-to Benjamin Moore neutral paint colours now….

2020 has had a crazy ride so far.  And though this design forecast list was started in January (we were just too busy to get it done), we believe all of these decor and design trends were in the making.  Covid-19 just propelled them into fast forward.  Here is our list of what can whip your home into a functional and stylish place post pandemic and for the new decade!

More than ever before we understand that our home is our safe haven.  To have all the comforts of home, whatever that may be for you, is true luxury. 

And, is something to be grateful for.

The Colour of the Year for 2020 has been selected by a number of authorities. Starting in October through to beginning of December the design industry is buzzing with announcements. Several factors help determine what the colour will be: economical climate, political climate, architectural and technological trends, and pop culture. Here are the 3 most anticipated announcements.

Window treatments made up of both hard window treatments (blinds and shutters)  and soft window treatments (drapery and valances) can bring a room to the next level of luxury. View More

A poorly planned decorating or remodelling project can crush your dreams.  We’ve put together this before and after case study of an award-winning family room to explain the process we use to get our clients their dream room. View More

Why is it that the rooms in magazine pictures or your instagram feed have that well, finished look?  The rooms seem to have personality and say something about the people who live there.

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First it was the silver trend; now its the gold thing…whichever one we’re in, most clients think you have to stick to the same one everywhere.  I always say, too much of a good thing is never a good thing. View More

Is it worth reupholstering this old sofa or is it better to just buy new?  Well, it depends. View More

Scrolling through our Instagram feed, I realize we really love our chairs! They allow personality, colour, and pattern to happen while being functional too! View More

Beautifully crafted upholstered furniture can last a lifetime with minimal care.  Do these 3 things routinely and they will always sit pretty:) View More

One of the most common requests we receive from our clients is that they want their home to have a ‘designer’ look or the ‘wow’ factor. All the while, though, they want their home to reflect them.  So, the question is how does one accomplish this? View More

Hand in hand with a robust real estate market in the Toronto area is a booming renovation industry.  Whether to increase the value of their home, for aging in place, or for the sheer enjoyment of their property, homeowners are investing in their homes. View More

High Point Market is like the fashion runway of the furniture industry.  The latest trends and finishes are there to entice your senses. View More

High Point Furniture Market is an amazing experience – miles and miles of eye candy for the home furnishings industry lover! View More

2015 marks 25 years of business for Lumar Interiors! And we won the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce Small Business Achievement award – what a year!
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Come out for food demonstrations with Chef Andrew Muto, a talk from Benjamin Moore on Selecting Exterior Paint Colours, and our team shares an introduction to new fabric collections for spring.
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Once the artwork is up, the room design feels complete.  Without art it feels like there is something missing – we liken it to a woman without her jewellery.
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There is a whole lotta lighting happening here at Lumar Interiors.  We have sourced 25 light fixtures in the past 45 days:  some a little vintage, some a little bit modern, others oh, so classically beautiful!
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At about this time every year all the major publications and design bloggers put out their what’s hot/what’s not lists.  This year we’ve noticed a growing sentiment against this ritual.
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If you can manage to focus on the design details in the midst of High Point Furniture Market’s sensory overload, you will see many a beautiful thing. View More

We seem to be on a roll with custom bedrooms this past year.  They are one of our favourite spaces to design.
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Rooms with high ceilings or open to above can be quite the challenge to decorate.  We love the grandeur it gives to a space but want it to feel warm and dressed at the same time.
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The difference between nice and ‘wow’ in most interior design projects is the finishing touches.  The accessories, art, mirrors and pillows make the story come to life.  And home is where the story begins.
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Whether designing a highly utilitarian room like a bathroom or a showpiece space like a living room, you know you’ve hit the sweet spot when beauty meets function.
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Over the years we’ve had many students do their co-op placement at our studio.  Local high schools in Thornhill, Richmond Hill and King City have called on us to help their students earn co-op credits in their respective design programs.
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We’ve been seeing soft blues and acquas for a few years now.  I think that was to get us ready for what’s happening now!
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Whether you love to use lots of colour in your home or want to add it simply as an accent, here are 4 hot colour combos in home decor you can try:
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What is your idea of the perfect bedroom retreat?   Here are a few that have caught our eye lately.
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