One Sectional, Two Living Room Looks

See how Kai and I created two different living room designs using the same sectional! We had so much fun with this challenge, creating a soft modern look and a casual global look while using everything from Elte Mkt.

Sponsored | Get living room design and decorating ideas for your home! Watch to see how H&H editors Jennifer Koper and Kai Ethier each created a beautiful living room vignette using a comfortable grey modular sectional sofa from Elte MKT as the anchor piece.

My 5 Fave Things Right Now!

There’s lot’s of stuff to spend your money on out there.. really no shortage - but here are a few of my favourite things right now! From decorating with functional beauty in the kitchen and on the sofa, to adventuring outside, dancing to the beat and taking care of your skin; they’re worth it!

H&H's Jennifer Koper shares the covetable items that have caught her eye recently. From a Canadian-made ceramic bowl to a smart speaker system, these stylish picks would make great new additions to any home. WHERE TO BUY: Bowl, Hugo Didier; Speaker, Sonos; Multi-tool, Leatherman; Skin products, Province Apothecary; Blanket, Thread Talk.

A Bright and Fun Nursery

One of my most favourite projects was my nephew Zev’s bedroom. Together with his parents we designed a fun and bright space that would grow with him, and doesn’t feel ‘baby-ish’. We used gender neutral colours and motifs and ended up with a super fun nursery, that will transition perfectly into toddler and kid phases.

H&H's Jennifer Koper shares a nursery she designed for her nephew, Zev, complete with sweet personal touches and pops of color. See how key pieces of furniture, such as a convertible crib, swivel chair, multi-functional dresser and stylish storage baskets work together to create the perfect space for any growing family.

Designer Tips for Choosing Tile and Counter Tops

Selecting tile and counter tops can be a daunting task.. check out the key things to think about when shopping for these finishes: 

When picking wall and floor tiles, there are endless options available. To make the process easier, Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper share how to find the best hard surface materials for your space. They tour the Ciot showroom and reveal a unique 3-D wall tile, a fresh take on the feature wall and tiles that work indoors and out.

Interior Design - Ideas For A Stylish Dorm Room Makeover

Easy, affordable dorm room makeover! See it happen here:

H&H's Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper bring high style to a dorm room at the brand new George Brown College residences in Toronto. Learn how to transform a basic room into an on-trend young adult living space with easy DIY projects and cool temporary decorating solutions perfect for dorms and rental apartments.

Ask A Designer - We Answer Your Most Popular Design Questions

How we really feel about TV's and accent walls..

Get H&H's Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper's expert tips on our readers' two most common decorating dilemmas! First, they tackle the challenge of the ever-popular accent wall, which can actually make a room feel disjointed. Discover their fresh takes on how to incorporate color into a space, and learn their must-know tips on choosing the right paint color.

Ask A Designer - Dark vs Light Coloured Couch

We get a lot of questions about what colour sofa to invest in. Its a big decision - see what we have to say about it! 

H&H's Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper offer expert advice on selecting the right sofa for your home and lifestyle. Learn the pros and cons of light and dark-colored sofas, and discover important factors to consider for each. When it comes to choosing between a light or dark shade, it's all about personal taste.

Ask A Designer - How To Layer A Rug Over Carpet

Layering rugs is not only on trend but a great solution if you want to break up an expanse of carpet, add some colour or pattern to a large solid rug or create a cozy layered look. Find out how to successfully layer rugs in the video below.

Layering rugs is on trend, but is it okay to layer a rug over carpet? H&H's Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper say yes and offer expert advice on how to achieve this cozy and textured look! Joel and Jennifer's trick to mastering this style is approaching it with a boho aesthetic.

Interior Design - Discover Where Interior Designers Shop

We took a trip to the SOFA showrooms and had fun discovering all the great shops there! Join us to see what we found. 

H&H's Jennifer Koper and Joel Bray go shopping at SOFA (Source Of Furniture & Accessories) in Mississauga, Ontario, to find fresh decorating and design inspiration. Find out what's inside this trade-only design center for interior designers, manufacturers, buyers and dealers. With everything from kitchen appliances to lighting, rugs, art, fabric and more, SOFA is a one-stop shop for industry professionals.

Interior Design - How To Use A Statement Rug To Transform A Room

One room 3 different ways! Its amazing how a rug and some accessories can transform a space! A room without a rug can look cold and naked. Rugs can add colour, texture, pattern and character. We selected 3 different statement rugs from Weavers Art, and accessorized appropriately, to transform this living room. See how different it looks in these three designs we came up with. Which look is your favourite? 

P.s That coffee table was super heavy and awkward.. which matters when you have to move it all day! Next time no heavy coffee tables! 

H&H's Joel Bray and Jennifer Koper display the transformative power of statement rugs. See how they created three different looks, each with a different rug as the focal point. Joel and Jennifer chose three gorgeous rugs at the Weavers Art showroom in Toronto that each offer standout style underfoot.