Best Decorating Ideas 2012

Looking to spark your creative process? Find all the decorating inspiration you need in our bi-annual special issue that covers everything from hip colours to the latest furniture. All the choices out there can be overwhelming, but with the right tools, finding your personal style is easy. Draw inspiration from a 1930s Vancouver home that was renovated for a pair of empty-nesters, and a builder-basic house in Calgary that was revamped by designer Jacqueline Corea. Plus, learn five key concepts for decorating success — hint: balance, balance, balance!