10 Tips for the Perfect Shelfie
I don’t know if you’ve heard, but 2021 is the year of the shelfie—Pinterest said so! It’s time for gallery walls (as much as we love them) to move aside in favour of the humble decorative-but-functional shelving unit when it comes to serving as
Shelf Styling Tips for Any Home
Shelving is such a great way to make the most of vertical space in your home, fill those awkward gaps above furniture in rooms with high ceilings, or make the absolute most of small spaces with limited storage options. It
Style Your Pillows Like A Pro
During a year when we’re all spending more time at home, it’s important that our homes feel comfortable, comforting, and – most of all – deeply us. In my experience, introducing some new pillows into your space is one of the easiest and most
Japandi, the new minimalism
Refresh your home with Japandi design Japandi design is the interior fusion trend of the moment and it’s perfect for spring. With sleek lines, muted colours, and a soothing, Scandi vibe (Japandi is a portmanteau of Japan and Scandi, after all), it’s the
Houseplant Round-up: Interior Designer Ami McKay Answers the Question: Which Houseplant Should I Get?
Vancouver interior designer Ami McKay shares the best houseplants for a healthy, beautiful home. Are you ready to elevate your space? Houseplants are so hot right now, and understandably so. Not only do they brighten up a space, they’re also (usually)
Refinishing Cabinets with Kitra
We recently had the opportunity to work with Kitra, a Vancouver based company claiming an amazing cabinet refinishing fix that’s a win-win for the environment and our budget. Needless to say, we were hooked…We moved ahead and hired Kitra to
Trendspotting: 20 Design Trends to Consider
I’m a huge advocate of updating your physical space in a way that supports the changes going on in your mental space. After an exceptionally challenging year, when we’ve all been spending more time indoors than ever before, I think
Ami Mckay’s Interview with Havan’s Podcast Measure Twice, Cut Once.
A great interior designer pushes the envelope and designs ten years out. Hold value in your home. Listen to @HAVANofficial’s #MeasureTwiceCutOnce #Podcast as Ami provides insight on the benefits of hiring an interior designer.
Homes For The Holidays – Styling #PUREeagleharbour in Support of Kids Help Phone
Tune in to CTV LIVE on Nov 5 between 6 & 9 am, where Ami McKay will be live talking about Homes for the Holidays and the Kids Help Phone. What is Homes for the Holidays? Kick-start the holiday season with a
Creating A Relaxing, Stress-Free Master Bedroom
What if your bedroom were a serene space that helped you relax while reducing anxiety and stress? How would that impact your mood? Would you feel better throughout the day? Would you sleep better at night? At PURE Design, I’m always looking