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Ask MEI Interiors for Advice @ The Hamilton Home Show

February 20, 2012 at 9:57 AM

Helena from MEI Interiors will be offering free advice on decorating and renovation at the Greater Hamilton Home Show. Be sure to stop by the Canadian Decorators Association’s (CDECA) “Designers’ Walk” booth when you visit the show. The booth is on the second floor of the Hamilton Convention Centre. For the most effective advice remember

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Unique Lighting Ideas for 2011

February 23, 2011 at 11:16 AM

This year brings nearly limitless possibilities in lighting design. You can choose from custom made wall lights made from acrylics, glass and wood. You can highlight your feature walls, priceless collectibles and intimate dining room.

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New Use for Solid Surface

February 15, 2011 at 11:15 AM

At the IDS show I discovered Lockert Canada, a company that is bringing innovative manufacturing techniques from solid surface materials to bathtubs, sinks, tools and more. To see more products click here.

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Pink is Hot

February 8, 2011 at 11:08 AM

The IDS Show unveiled this year’s hot new colour and the hot new colour is pink! Pink is making an appearance in fabrics, furniture, rugs, wallpaper, paints and even in pianos in this year’s top design shows.

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Kravet Showcase

January 20, 2011 at 1:52 PM

I recently visited the Kravet showroom in Mississauga, Ontario and was wowed by the beautiful fabrics and their wonderful selection of custom made furniture. Kravet also offers custom designed area rugs to their clients, tufted and hand knotted. I cannot wait to bring my clients to the Kravet showroom and have them experience the selection

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IDS11 – Interior Design Show 2011

January 20, 2011 at 1:41 PM

Come to the IDS11 (Interior Design Show 2011) on January 29 – 30 2011 to check out the latest trends, newest manufacturers and freshest ideas. Visit CDECA (Canadian Decorator’s Association) booth #440 to find out details on how to pick the right (certified) decorator/designer and how the right one can benefit you. Toronto Convention Centre

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Fabulous finds at International Home Show Oct.8 -11, 2010

October 19, 2010 at 9:57 AM

What do you think if you can change your counter tops with granite, starting $25 per square foot? Thinking to have an excellent quality (16 gauge) stainless steel apron sink with really affordable price. New company making contemporary smooth concrete sinks, fire place mantels etc. -there is no limit for finishes, colours, designs ,. add

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“Ask a Decorator” @ Int’l HomeShow, Oct 8-11

October 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM

Helena is giving free consultation in Hall 2 at booth #613 Friday 11am-2pm, Saturday 2pm-5pm, Sunday 10am-1pm, Monday 12-6pm

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New trends in interior decor from Paris, France

September 26, 2010 at 9:37 AM

Recently I visited a seminar hosted by The Decorating Centre. One of the speakers was from Norwalk Furniture and they were showcasing the latest from Europe. I have summarized the main points below. Reclaimed – renewed – reborn Old is being used in new ways: old tin-ceiling tiles in islands, old wood boxes turned into

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Helena Awarded CDECA Award

March 22, 2010 at 3:32 AM

On April 26th, 2010 The Canadian Decorators’ Association awarded their Awards for Design and Decorating to Helena Asikainen for her interior design of a social space in a condominium building in Toronto. She was awarded in the category over $25000 in this national contest. Helena is owner of MEI Interiors (Modern European Interiors), a business

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