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Shauna Lynn Simon
Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

If you own a vacation rental property (or are looking to invest in one), you know that designing a short-term rental cottage that stands out from the competition is key to attracting renters and earning repeat business. With the growing popularity of short-term rentals and Airbnb properties, it's important to create a space that not only looks beautiful but is also functional and comfortable for guests.

In this article, we'll provide you with expert tips and insights on how to design a short-term rental cottage that will have guests raving and coming back year after year. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to update an existing space, this guide will provide you with the inspiration you need to create a truly exceptional vacation home.


Start with the Basics

Before you start decorating, make sure you have all the basics in place. This includes…

Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

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Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

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Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

If you own a vacation rental property (or are looking to invest in one), you know that designing a short-term rental cottage that stands out from the competition is key to attracting renters and earning repeat business. With the growing popularity of short-term rentals and Airbnb properties, it's important to create a space that not only looks beautiful but is also functional and comfortable for guests.

In this article, we'll provide you with expert tips and insights on how to design a short-term rental cottage that will have guests raving and coming back year after year. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to update an existing space, this guide will provide you with the inspiration you need to create a truly exceptional vacation home.


Start with the Basics

Before you start decorating, make sure you have all the basics in place. This includes…

Creating a Tranquil Oasis: A Stunning Interior Design Project

Creating a Tranquil Oasis: A Stunning Interior Design Project

Today, we're looking at a captivating recent interior design project that exudes tranquillity and relaxation. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Christiane Roy, Senior Designer at Beyond The Stage Homes, who shared her insights on the design process, key considerations, and the final elements that make this project truly remarkable.

Join us as we explore the journey from concept to execution and discover the secrets behind creating a serene sanctuary within a home.

The design process for this project began by attentively listening to the client's desires and requirements for the space. Understanding how they wanted to live and utilize the area was paramount. After assessing the existing space, the team embarked on exploring various options for space planning and layout. Once the vision for the bathroom was conceptualized, the team created floorplans, style ideas, and curated inspirational images to help the client visualize the final design.

How to Transform Your Backyard and Be the Envy of Your Neighbours

How to Transform Your Backyard and Be the Envy of Your Neighbours

As Canadians, we love to entertain all year round, and nothing can keep Canadians inside during the summer months! After a long winter, your backyard may not be quite the outdoor oasis you desire. Before you invite friends and family over, make sure you’ve got what you need to create an outdoor living space that provides the comforts and convenience of the indoors with the warmth and freshness of the great outdoors.

In this article, we’ll explore some tips and tricks for transforming your backyard into the envy of your neighbours.

Create a Focal Point

This could be a beautiful flower garden, a water feature, a fire pit, or an outdoor dining area. By creating a focal point, you draw the eye to a particular area and create a sense of purpose for your backyard. A fire pit with

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Master the Art of Shelf Styling

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Master the Art of Shelf Styling

Every decorating or design professional will tell you that there is one aspect or technique that they love above the rest. For me, hands down, it’s shelf styling. Whether it’s in a home for selling or dwelling, I get giddy at the thought of arranging and showcasing these creative features.

Shelf styling is a true art form that takes practice to perfect, but with these master techniques, you will be a pro in no time!

 

Mix Books and Decor

Utilize a mix of books with a variety of decorative items, staggering the books and décor to create a balanced look from shelf to shelf. Décor can even play double-duty when positioned as a bookend. Along with decorative items, baskets, plants, and small artwork are a great way to style shelves for added variety and interest.

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Living Through Renovations

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Living Through Renovations

It can be easy in our busy, everyday lives to ignore the overdue updates needed in our homes. That is until we are forced to spend a whole lot of time there. Enter 2020, the year we stayed home. If you are like most people, you probably found that things that were once a mere annoyance (the kitchen cabinets that don’t quite close right, the bathroom tiles that are from 1970, or the open-concept office space you’ve set up) were now in desperate need of attending to.

Whether you plan to live in your home for a few more years or several decades still, taking care of these much-needed updates can be a great investment into your future, and there has never been a better time to renovate your home. Planning a renovation is exciting, and the end results are always worth it, but the road to transformation is not always a smooth one. Here are a few tips to assist you with planning for your upcoming renovation project.

Selecting The Best Area Rug for Your Home

Selecting The Best Area Rug for Your Home

The use of area rugs is a very popular styling technique and area rugs can greatly improve a room. However, their use can also raise questions.

“Should I cover my hardwood floor?”

“Will adding an area rug create the cozy atmosphere I am looking for?”

“What size area rug should I choose for my dining room?

Hard surfaces such as tile, luxury vinyl and hardwood are all great flooring options for any home, but they can often leave the room feeling cold and incomplete, thus the benefits of adding a carefully selected and properly sized area rug in combination.