For the Love of Home
Welcome to For the Love of Home, the blog where design, decor, and inspiration come together. From expert styling tips to behind-the-scenes project notes and complete transformations, we’re here to help you create a home you love.
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Is Hiring an Interior Designer Worth It? What Burlington Homeowners Should Know
Is hiring an interior designer worth it or is it a cost you could skip by choosing the sofa, paint and lighting yourself? It is a fair question when you're...
The Quiet Luxury Home: What It Means and How to Get It in Burlington
A room can look expensive without saying a word about it and that is the entire premise of quiet luxury furniture. The style favours craftsmanship and quality materials over logos,...
Interior Design for New Build Homes in Burlington: Where to Start
Interior design for new build homes should begin months before moving day, ideally while your Burlington builder is still finalizing electrical and drywall plans. Homeowners who wait until after closing...
Interior Design vs. Interior Decorating: What's the Difference?
Choosing between an interior designer and an interior decorator can feel confusing when both titles seem to promise the same thing: a more beautiful home. Interior design vs interior decorating...
How to Layer Lighting in a Luxury Living Room in Burlington
A single ceiling fixture is the reason most living rooms look flat the moment the sun goes down. The room might have a beautiful sofa, a well-chosen rug and...
Outdoor Furniture for Burlington Homes: What to Look for in a Canadian Climate
Quick AnswerOutdoor furniture for Burlington homes needs to handle Ontario winters, spring moisture, summer UV, and the lake humidity specific to south Burlington and Aldershot. The materials that hold up...
How to Design a Luxury Primary Bedroom in Burlington: From Furniture Selection to Layered Lighting
Designing a luxury primary bedroom in Burlington, Ontario starts with the bed as the architectural anchor of the room, then builds outward: case goods for storage and visual balance, textiles...
How to Design a High-End Home Office in Burlington: Furniture and Layout That Works for Professionals
Home office interior design in Burlington, Ontario works best when the room is treated as a professional space first, not a spare room with a desk. That means a dedicated...
Interior Design Trends for Burlington and Oakville Homes in 2026
Quick AnswerThe defining interior design direction for Burlington and Oakville homes in 2026 is warmth over minimalism: earthy colour palettes, natural and tactile materials, layered textures, and furniture built for...
How to Choose the Right Sofa for a Large Living Room in Burlington or Oakville
Quick AnswerChoosing a sofa for a large living room in Burlington or Oakville starts with the floor plan, not the showroom. Measure the room, mark out your furniture zone with...
How to Work with an Interior Designer in Burlington, Ontario
Working with a full-service interior designer in Burlington, Ontario begins with a complimentary consultation at Elizabeth Interiors on Fairview Street. Your designer then develops a design concept, recommends furniture and...
Elegant Summer Furniture Ideas for Entertaining and Everyday Living in Burlington
Summer in Burlington moves fast. The homes that make the most of it usually have one thing in common: an outdoor space worth spending time in. Whether you have a...
Elizabeth Interiors Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Explore our curated Holiday Home Gift Guide — find stylish, thoughtful gifts for hosts, homebodies & design-lovers. In-store only at Elizabeth Interiors.
Design a Cozy and Stylish Sunroom
Discover two stylish ways to enhance your home with outdoor elements. Explore our guide to indoor-greenery and natural textures!
Restoring Character: The Before of This Waterfront Home
Spring marks new beginnings, and for us, it’s the start of something truly special—a full-scale transformation of this charming yet timeworn waterfront home. Over 100 years old, this house is...
How to Start a Colour Palette for Your Home
Choosing the right colour palette for your home can feel like a big decision, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re refreshing a single space or reimagining your...