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Coastal style is all about incorporating the natural environment into the space by maximizing natural light and views, layering soft tones of white, cream and beige, variety of natural textures and a designing using a clean aesthetic.

For many Canadian residents, this past weekend was the kick-off to a very busy time of year. It was Canadian Thanksgiving and even here in Mexico, many Canadians take part in the tradition of family time and a big dinner.

This time of year also marks the beginning of “high season” which is the time of year, when the heat and humidity of the summer wanes and is replaced by more temperate and dry days. It’s when shops, galleries, restaurants and bars reopen and northern tourists and snowbirds return.

There is an anticipated excitement about this time of year and for many residents, it’s also a time when many of us get run-down and sick.

In today’s blog post, we will be covering how you can create a private retreat within your own home so that you can have a place that supports your mind and body to stay happy and healthy no matter what life throws your way.

Interior design is often a misunderstood profession. With the rise in popularity of television shows about renovations, people often underestimate the amount of time, money and energy required to complete their projects.

I know this first-hand because I used to work on a couple of those design television shows. You know the type of shows- the ones where a homeowner is given an extremely tight (and unreasonable!) budget, one designer and one tradesperson to complete a renovation in two days or less.

The camera then follows the homeowners and designers around for the next two days as they rush and stress about whether their project will be done on time and budget.