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BREAKING ALL THE RULES IN INTERIOR DESIGN
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Breaking the rules and celebrating personality. It is the trend for interior design, according to local professional Crystal Nohr. “You had to follow what everyone else was doing before and now it is really outside the box and it is fun. If you have a modern home you have to do modern furniture, but now people are mixing traditional furniture in. It is about warming up a space and making it more comfortable,” said Nohr, owner of Crystal Nohr Design. “Make your space who you are, not what today’s trends are about.” Functionality and charming details are important trends in today’s decorating, said Nohr, who you can follow on Pinterest @crystalnohr for more ideas. “I think the internet for sure is playing a part in what people are doing in their homes. People turn to places like Pinterest for ideas. It is not one specific thing you are seeing, it is about who you are. The knowledge is out there and it is easier for us to get information out of what we, as interior designers, can do,” said Nohr. Among the trends she has picked out are neutral colours which provide a clean, clutter free and comfortable Scandinavian style. But there is also a trend of certain colours. “Blue seems to be the new black. Whether you want a bold blue sofa or just a few accent pieces, you will see blue in every shade. The colour of all seasons brings a sense of
calm and peace. It’s a very versatile colour,” said Nohr. Retro colours also have returned, like burnt orange, olive green/split pea or a pale gold. As well pastels are going to be big for 2014 in shades of purple, green and pink. “The watercolour trend is also a looser, more fluid evolution of ombre and you will see it come out in artwork and wall coverings,” said Nohr. Metallic elements may not be
new but are being seen more frequently. Shiny metallic metals with furniture from raw, natural materials. Copper is coming back strong and you can see it from bar stools and accents to throw pills. It’s OK to break the rule and mix your metals,” said Nohr. Natural elements continue to dominate modern interior design trends and Nohr said they fuse styles and personality into a room. See DESIGN on PG.3
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Personality is key to interior decorating FROM DESIGN on PG.2 She added hexagons have been huge and continue to be popular from wallpaper, to tile to accent tables. While it can all be overwhelming for homeowners, Nohr said interior designers can be hired even just for one hour to help get them started. A consultation can be simply answering questions from the homeowner or providing a base for their vision. “Before you would hire a designer to make over your living room and then you wouldn’t go in it. Now, you hire a designer to help you design a room that is functional, comfortable and will be lived in,” said Nohr. Haute House Designs owner Nadine Alleyn agrees. She said the first step for a homeowner should be sitting in the room they want to redesign and ask themselves what exactly is the function of that room, which way is the sun orientated then start with the layers. “Part of the process is asking yourself those questions and what are your favourite things that you are going to keep,” said Alleyn. Trends she is seeing also have a lot to do with bold fabrics, which could be a
starting point for a room. “It is on everything now from wallpaper with big, bold large scale prints. I think it makes things more interesting and opens things up for a homeowner,” said Alleyn. “I love the fabrics because you can easily change up a room with a something as simple as adding pillows. Everyone has a different aesthetic so some people want clean, sleek, serene and others may want bold and bright. The trends influence what a person likes but ultimately it is up to their personality.” Haute House Designs, which has been in Penticton for 14 years, also sees the trend of mixing styles such as modern and traditional, rustic and sleek. “That is the greatest thing of all because you find something cool from a flea market and mix it up with a favourite piece of art,” said Alleyn. Other trends she sees for 2015 is metals such as gold and brass coming back into style. “It was big years ago but it always comes back and with a twist. In this case it is a mix of metals which opens up a lot of ways to create something interesting.”
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Deck your halls for Christmas Western News Staff
From bold and cheerful bright colours to traditional and sophisticated, the holiday season is a time to deck the halls of your home and enhance the holiday vibe to the exterior. Canadian Tire has everything people need to get into the Christmas spirit. The options with decorations are so many that families can go overboard like Clark Griswold did with lights in National Lampoons Christmas Vacation. With new decorations in every year, Canadian Tire is now offering the Canvas line. “It’s really geared towards your own style,” said store manager Steven Sinnott. “People can cross over themes and colours to make it personalized.” Sinnott said that Canvas is popular already as people can mix and match. There is also the flexibility put ornaments together on a wreath or a tree or the house. “We have a huge selection of ornaments,” said Sinnott, adding that they have the most lights they have ever had. “Lots of craft ideas.” Shoppers began getting a jump on getting their decorations in mid November and among the popular items is the elf light, which has a laser to go in the yard. Canadian
Tire also has sets for a 1,000 lights which looks nice. Rona also has a intricate Christmas display in their seasonal section which includes non-traditional christmas tree colours and a bevy of lights and decorations. “We have everything you need for an instant magical Christmas, just add love,” said Tanya Lakatos, who is head of the seasonal department in Penticton. Following on some of the trends, Rona has artificial Christmas trees that are white. They also will soon be bringing in their live trees for sale. Rona’s collection of decorations include vintage decorative balls, the Wood Lodge Holidays Collection with an outdoor theme, a selection of festive artificial trees and of course lights for the indoors and outdoors. Crystal Baker, merchandiser at Home Hardware, said the big item this year for Home Hardware was also the Elf Light. “We couldn’t even get it in because it was sold out before it could get to our store. Everyone is looking for it but the manufacturer completely sold out,” said Baker. Home Hardware Penticton has their Christmas display set up right inside the doors and everything on display is for sale. That is, ev-
won’t see anywhere else. So we have wine accessories, beer accessories, Frozen toys and a range of different items that are unique to us,” said Baker.
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HOME HARDWARE employees Teresa Balzer (right) and Janelle Reid (left) hang ornaments on a tree in the Penticton store’s Christmas display.
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erything except their unique artificial red tree. “That is our special Home Hardware tree, but you won’t
believe how many people ask us if they can buy it,” said Baker, adding they do have a range of other artificial trees
SHANE RAM, Rona customer service person, (above) adjusts some of the decorations in their Christmas display in the Penticton Store. Christmas has exploded at Canadian Tire (at right) with an extensive display of items.
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for sale. While the Penticton store is stocked up with traditional and rustic Christmas decorations, they had put a spotlight on exclusive gifts. “Our big focus this year is unique gift ideas that you
· Put a bath mat, rug-side down and rubber-side up, beneath your Christmas tree stand. This allows you to spin the tree as you hang lights and ornaments without damaging the floor underneath. It also makes it simple to undress the tree once the season is over. Use a tree skirt to hide the mat. • Store one or two strings of lights in a plastic shopping bag to keep the strands from getting tangled. Hang the bags from a hook in a garage or stack them in a storage bin. • Use plastic zip ties to attach garland and lights to bannisters. They’re easy to assemble and will not damage the bannisters. • Wrap duct tape or another type of sticky tape around your hand. Pat over fallen pine needles that accumulate around the tree. In hard-toreach areas, wrap the tape around a broom or a floor sweeper. • Decorate your doorknobs. Simply hang a tree ornament or two with a curl of ribbon. • Light it up. Don’t limit Christmas lights to the outdoors. String some lights in the kitchen or family room too.
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How to remove snow from your roof and drywall and cause sagging that affects the framework of interior doorways. If you hear creaking or popping sounds, immediately exit the house, as these are strong indicators of an imminent collapse.
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The beauty of winter landscapes is not foremost on the minds of homeowners who have roofs full of heavy snow and ice. What may seem beautiful elsewhere can cause anxiety when one’s home is under a precipitation onslaught. Excessive snow loads on a roof can cause the roof to leak or even collapse. The weight, and not the depth, of the snow is what determines if it needs to be removed from the roof. Fluffy snow may not be problematic, as it can take around seven times as much dry snow to equal the weight of wet snow. After a snowstorm, go outside and lift a few shovelfuls of snow. If it’s back-breaking work, then the snow on your roof may be dangerous. Homes built to code can typically handle the snow and ice load that comes with the winter season. However, homes that have undergone unapproved renovations, or those where load-bearing walls have been removed from the interior may be susceptible to catastrophic roof collapses. Another problem homeowners face this time of year is ice dams, which occur when snow on the roof melts slightly and then refreezes, forming thick portions of ice usually at the edges of the roof by the gutters. Ice dams can divert melting
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snow in and under roofing shingles instead of through gutters and downspouts. A common contributor to ice dams is inadequate ventilation and insulation in attics. Heat from the interior of the home that rises into the attic can
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cause the roof to warm up enough to melt the snow. This is easily remedied by having ample insulation and ensuring proper ventilation of the attic to maintain temperatures cool enough to prevent underside melting of snow.
Signs of a problem If you experience any leaks from the ceiling or notice water coming down walls, a roof leak from excess snow or ice dams may be the culprit. Snow that is too heavy may create cracks in plaster
The Better Business Bureau warns against going up on the roof if you cannot safely remove the snow with an ice rake or similar tool. You should not jeopardize your health by trying to remove snow and ice. Confirm that contractors who remove snow have current liability and worker’s compensation insurance before hiring them. Contractors will charge anywhere from $60 to $300 per hour to remove snow from the roof. Always inquire in advance as to what a fee covers. Even after snow is removed, there’s no guarantee it will not accumulate again. Keep in mind that some snow and ice removal remedies can invalidate the warranty on recently installed roof shingles. This is something that must be weighed before proceeding with snow removal. Home insurance policies may or may not cover the cost of snow removal and damage. Call your insurance company to find out what your policy covers. Keep good records for the cost of all repairs to see if you can be reimbursed.
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Protect your home when travelling Submitted
Many families travel during the holiday season, when gatherings with family and friends require individuals to pack up their vehicles and hit the open road to reconnect with loved ones. Such get-togethers are great ways to make an already festive season even more joyous, but being away for extended periods of time may leave your home vulnerable to criminals. Alarm systems and neighborhood watch programs can provide some peace of mind to homeowners, but there are additional ways to protect your home when traveling this holiday season.
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• Use timers to make it appear as though you are home. Entertainment systems and even certain home lighting products allow homeowners to make it seem as though they are home even when they aren’t. Criminals are likely to be deterred from burglarizing homes that are well-lit, and noise inside the home can give burglars the impression that someone is inside. Use
the timing device on your entertainment or sound system to play music at night, and make sure lights come on at the same time and stay on until the time you would ordinarily go to bed. • Don’t allow mail to stockpile in your mailbox. A telltale sign that no one is home is mail that begins to stockpile in a mailbox. A mailbox overflowing with mail indicates to burglars that you’re not home and also makes you vulnerable to potential identity thieves looking to peruse your mailbox for sensitive information. Whether you suspend mail delivery while you’re away or ask a neighbor to pick up your mail each day, make sure letters are not allowed to accumulate in your mailbox while you are out of town. • Install motion detecting lights around your property. Families who routinely leave home for extended periods of time should install motion-detection devices around their properties. Such devices will immediately illuminate yards or areas around the home when movement is detected within their range. Lights flashing in the dark of night can deter
burglars and may even earn homeowners discounts on their insurance policies. • Be cautious with social media. Today’s criminals are tech-savvy, and some may turn to social media to look for potential victims. When leaving home for an extended holiday vacation, do not broadcast your plans on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Though you might be tempted to post photos of you and your family hitting the ski slopes or sitting poolside with grandma and grandpa, wait until you return from your trip to share such photos. • Hire a plowing service before leaving your home. Families who live in areas that are prone to heavy snowfall should hire a snow plow service before leaving. A driveway buried in snow for several days is another telltale sign that no one is home, so make sure you hire a plow service to remove snow from your driveway even when you are not home. Travel is commonplace during the holiday season. Homeowners must take steps to protect their homes while they are away on vacation or visiting family.
When travelling for the holidays, do not allow mail to stockpile in your mailbox, as a full mailbox may encourage criminals to burglarize your home or steal your mail in an effort to assume your identity.
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Create an energy-efficient holiday home Suhmitted
‘Tis the season to be festive, and that usually means stringing up hundreds of twinkling lights to create a welcoming glow on dark winter nights. Some people view the holiday season as their chance to go all out with regard to decorating their homes with an abundance of lights, inflatable lawn ornaments and maybe even some mechanical figures. While these decorations certainly may be symbols of the season, it’s easy to forget just how much energy and resources they consume. A typical strand of lights uses around 300 watts of electricity. Multiply those figures by the dozens of strings of lights people use and it’s easy to see how quickly energy usage can add up. In addition to lights, lit candles, animated dolls, wreaths, trees, and scores of imported ornaments contribute to the energy consumption per household. Even so, environmentally conscious individuals need not skip the holiday décor and entertaining. Fortunately, there are various ways to be energy efficient with holiday décor this season. • Switch to LED lights.
Decorative lights can consume a considerable amount of energy. scale back or invest in leDs, which are more energy-efficient lights.
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LED lights consume a fraction of the energy traditional incandescent bulbs do. While a standard string of 50 lights consumes 300 watts, LED sets only consume four watts. This not only saves energy, but also considerable amounts of money over the course of the holiday season.
• Use fiber-optic decorations. Fiber optic items are lit by one light. The illumination carries through the fiber optic cables to the entire decoration. • Use a power strip and timer. Plug decorations into a power strip (be sure to follow the recommended power
load for safety) and hook everything up to a timer so lights are not on when no one can see them. • Check light strands. Always inspect lights for frayed wires and any damage. Frayed lights are less efficient and pose a considerable safety risk.
• Enhance decorations. Use mirrors and reflective ornaments to give the appearance of more lights without actually adding more. • Turn off ambient lighting. Christmas tree lights or the lights framing a picture window should be sufficient to light up a room. Keep
lamps and overhead lighting off while the tree is lit to save money and energy. • Lower the thermostat. When entertaining, turn the thermostat down a few degrees. Having extra people in your home will raise the temperature. Similarly, heat generated by the oven and other cooking appliances can warm up a home. Don’t waste energy by keeping the heat turned on high. • Invest in rechargeable batteries. According to Energy Quest, 40 per cent of all batteries are purchased during the holiday season. To power those many gifts and devices, use batteries which can be used again and again. • Change your cooking practices. Smaller appliances use less energy. Put those toaster ovens, slow cookers and electric fryers to good use. Only use the oven if you are cooking a large meal. • Wait until the dishwasher is full. Pack in the dishes from holiday meals, and then run the dishwasher. • Reuse items whenever possible. Many items around the house can be put to good use as decorations, holiday servers or gifts. Take inventory of what you have before you go out and purchase new decorations.
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Winter plants brighten spaces Submitted
Spring and summer have the colourful blooms and rich greenery that make the great outdoors so lush and inviting. Autumn is awash in vibrant colours that beckon people outdoors to explore. But winter has a poor reputation with regard to natural beauty. While it’s true that many plants and wildlife retreat into hibernation come the colder temperatures, some choose the wintertime to bloom. Other plants and
shrubs continue to hold on to their leaves and colour despite the cold. Hardy winter plants do more than just survive the snow and ice. Many thrive and have the potential to add that unexpected touch of colour to an otherwise dreary landscape. In addition to berry bushes that can feature bright red, yellow and orange berries perfect for holiday decorating, plenty of other plants are visually appealing through colder temperatures.
Winter plant types
• Mahonia: Some varieties of mahonias bloom in the winter and can be hardy. The close relative Oregon grape holly will flower in very early spring. • Camellia: Camellias grow flowers similar in shape and size to roses. They range in shade from light pink to bright red. Camellias can bloom all year long in moderate temperature zones. Even in colder zones, some cold climate hybrids can continue to add welcome co-
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Winter has a bad reputation for lacking bright blooms and colourful plants. One way to brighten your home is with holly, the quintessential winter plant.
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Paint-free ways to brighten your home Submitted
Autumn is a beautiful time of year marked by pleasant temperatures and colorful fall foliage. But as vibrant as nature can be in the weeks after summer has ended, homeowners know that the shortened days of autumn mean less light inside their homes, which can become dreary even in the weeks before the arrival of winter. Many homeowners pick up their paintbrushes in an effort to make their homes more colorful. But homeowners need not embrace their inner Picasso to brighten their homes’ interiors. The following are a handful of paint-free ways to add some splashes of color to your home this fall. • Bring nature inside. Flowers and plants can make colorful additions to a home’s interior. Flowers tend to be aromatic, which can make a stuffy house in which windows need to be kept closed a lot more pleasant. Plants and flowers also can improve indoor air quality. Several studies, including one published in the Journal for the AmericanSociety for Horticultural Science, have shown that houseplants improve indoor air quality by filtering out volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, that can be harmful to human health. That’s especially important come late fall and winter, when homeowners typically shut their windows and keep them shut until spring, making it difficult for fresh air to enter a home. • Invest in some colorful throw pillows. Natural sunlight brightens a room come spring and summer. But sunlight is increasingly scarce as fall turns into winter, and rooms that do not boast too many
colorful accents can quickly grow drab as summertime sunlight dwindles. Instead of buying new furniture, invest in some colorful throw pillows to give a room a more vibrant look. Patterns can be mixed and matched to provide some contrast and transform a room from somewhere to
spend time into a sight to behold. • Paper the walls. While many of today’s homeowners prefer paint to wallpaper, those who want a less permanent solution to brighten up their homes may want to consider removable wallpaper. Such paper is less expensive than traditional
wallpaper, and many do-it-yourselfers find removable wallpaper is easy to both install and remove. Choose a colorful pattern that can turn an otherwise plain wall into a potent palette that adds some life to your home’s interior. Because removable wallpaper does not require a significant financial investment, you can experiment with various colors or change things up each month if you so desire. • Add some artwork. Another way to add color to the walls inside your home without dusting off your paintbrush is to hang some colorful artwork. Paintings that feature bold colors tend to draw your immediate attention when you enter a room, and that quality can make you forget the room is not benefitting from natural light. If you want to go the extra mile, find a painting that features colors which match throw pillows or other accessories in the room. This way your walls and your accessories are working in concert to make a room more colorful. • Rug it out. A patterned throw rug is another accessory that can effectively brighten a room without much effort or financial investment on the part of homeowners. When choosing a throw rug, find one that’s colorful but does not clash considerably with existing furnishings, as you don’t want the rug to draw attention for all the wrong reasons. You have more freedom with regard to rugs if you’re furnishing an empty room, as you can choose whichever rug you look and then choose additional furnishings based on the rug. Homes tend to darken as late fall turns into winter. But homeowners can brighten their homes in various ways, even if they prefer not to paint.
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