In this Episode
Lynda Reeves and Suzanne Dimma share their thoughts on the edgy, chipped and deconstructed aspect of new vintage decorating, as well as the soft, layered aesthetic of the new modern look. Discover which furniture, accessories, fabrics and wall treatments allow you to get these 2011 looks in an affordable, achievable way. Learn how to add a punch of colour and style to cutlery and glassware with a DIY dip project. Plus, try a budget-chic bathroom update with advice from design editor Cameron MacNeil. A splash of paint, a new vanity, mirror and shower curtain and voilà: modern bathroom style.
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More 2011 Trends
The New Vintage Look: Room design, John Derian Company. Chair: Boo Boo & Lefty, Toronto (416) 929-2223. Plate: Anthropologie. Bedding: Ikea, call 1-866-866-IKEA. Lamp: John Derian Company, as above. Print: Condé Nast Store (online only). Dresser: Angus & Company, Toronto (416) 537-4104.
The New Modern Look: Room design, Brad Ford, Brad Ford ID, New York (212) 352-9616. Vase: Pier 1 Imports, call 1-800-245-4595. Sofa: Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, call 1-800-789-5401. Pillows: Elte, Toronto (416)
785-7885, 1-888-276-3583. Floor pillow: Crate & Barrel, call 1-888-657-4108. Desk: West Elm, call 1-877-451-9519.
DIY Paint-Dipped Tableware
- Plasti Dip from Home Hardware
- Disposable rubber gloves
- Disposable bowls
- Old cutlery or glassware
Budget-Chic Bathroom Update
- Pebble Matelasse Shower Curtain — Crate & Barrel
- Shower Curtains (tree pattern and stripes) — Home Outfitters
- Godmorgon Wall cabinet — IKEA
- Floating Wood Wall Mirror — west elm
- Contact Vanity — Elte, Ginger's Bath
- Paint: Powder (W001) — Beauti-Tone from Home Hardware
