Design expert Genevieve Wiseman.PHOTOGRAPHY FELIX WEDGWOOD
Introducing Genevieve Wiseman, a Toronto-based stylist who knows good design when she sees it. She styles sets for major retail campaigns and decorates interiors for magazine shoots — using the latest, hippest products. Aeroplan Arrival asked Wiseman to share the secrets of the season’s biggest trends — from period detail to eco living. And you’ll learn how to get the looks at Home Hardware.
UNIQUE HARDWARE
"It's a chance to show off your personal style. Customize the look further by changing where the knobs are, for example, in the middle or higher up on the door."
SPA-LIKE ACCENTS
"Inspired by boutique hotels, people are transforming their bathrooms into the ultimate escape with a few simple, sleek touches. It instantly creates a tranquil effect."
DARK FLOORS
"Dark stained flooring in chocolate or ebony makes your space look bigger. Everything looks good with it. You don’t have to worry about clashing woods because it even complements other wood tones."
ORGANIC INSPIRATION
"Organic shapes paired with modern finishes is the latest look in home decor. It provides a warm and inviting feel to any room."
SLEEK ACCESSORIES
"This one small change can cleverly make a kitchen look new. And it’s an easy way to express your signature look."
VICTORIAN DETAIL
"The architectural details of a period home are more accessible than ever before. Period elements like decorative moulding add interest to plain walls and finish off a room, especially in new builds."
THE SEASON’S HOTTEST HUES
Chosen by Genevieve Wiseman. Colours courtesy of Home Hardware’s Beauti-Tone range
A. "This almost-black hue is rich and dramatic. Paint the walls and the trim in this colour." Strong Espresso: C120
B. "A warm white is the perfect backdrop for any style." Milk Jug: C105
C. "Purple, of all shades, is the colour of the season, taken straight from the runways. Use it on an accent wall." Rhythm: CD037
D. "Drawn from nature, green is refreshing and easy to live with." Riff: CD019
E. "Grey is the new neutral. It’s so versatile." Graystone: ND046
GET THE CREDIT
Planning a home reno? Now’s the time with the new Home Renovation Tax Credit. You can now claim up to $10,000 in expenses for any qualifying home improvement you undertake before February 1, 2010. That includes labour, building materials, fixtures, rentals and permits. See the HRTC’s website for all the details.
MILES AHEAD
Find these products and more at Home Hardware online or your local Home Hardware and Building Centre stores. Don’t forget your Aeroplan Card! Members earn one mile for every $2 they spend. And to earn miles twice on the same transaction, pay with your Aeroplan-affiliated financial card. Then redeem your miles for Home gift cards.
- $50: 6,500 miles
- $100: 12,500 miles
- $500: 61,500 miles
- $1,000: 122,000 miles
