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DIY takes a little longer…

The wall panel decals finally arrived.  Much more tricky to apply on the walls in this meditation space than anticipated.

Patience and time required as these hobbies can take the back seat to other priorities.

Proper preparation of any space will have a positive effect on the final result so no matter how […]

By |February 18th, 2016|

Make Blindness History

Sometimes issues hit you and make you think — you may be thinking what does blindness have to do with kitchens?

CFRB – Talk Radio 1010 has been advertising for a Canadian company called #esighteyewear which provides electronic eyewear that allows the ‘unsighted’ to see.  Pretty amazing stuff!

Thank you Conrad Lewis […]

By |February 9th, 2016|

Builder blah transformation to Shabby Chic

Nothing like making a statement!

A golden oak stained vanity and toilet are all there is to this Powder Room.

Relocating the plumbing to opposing wall for a stand alone sink creates more space and adds drama with a floor to ceiling mirror.

Benjamin Moore Black Onyx on the walls with a chandelier […]

By |February 5th, 2016|

Why talk about DIY?

As  custom cabinet makers we appreciate ‘levels’ of workmanship

Its why we take such pride in the work we do — essentially its a combination of

— our front line designers to envision our clients wants and needs

–our detailers who turn a concept drawing into a production drawing

–our guys and gals who […]

By |January 29th, 2016|

What’s a Built-In?

We have posted beautiful images in the past of cabinetry that goes ‘wall to wall’ and appears to be part of the original construction of the home.

In this case — the trim kit for this Electrolux Icon built-in refrigerator is being installed by Rick Tanner of CKB Renovations.

The finished look is […]

By |January 26th, 2016|

Sometimes ya just gotta have a little fun on a Wintry day!

By |January 20th, 2016|

Interior Design Show — January 21-24, 2016, Toronto

Not a designer

Need inspiration

Feeling overwhelmed contemplating updating your home

Then set aside some time this weekend to visit the Interior Design Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building.

Featured speakers — interactive displays — industry professionals and more

Might just be the pick me up required to moving forward and renovating […]

By |January 19th, 2016|

Best of Houzz 2016!

We’ve done it again — without our loyal following, it would not be possible.

Thank you from the entire Misani team who work hard each and every day to exceed our client expectations.

Eurocucina in Milan, Italy coming up in April 2016.  Misani will be there — learning about the latest and […]

By |January 12th, 2016|

New appliances … gotta love em!

New cabinets, counters, floors and appliances. With a new design comes a learning curve with how best to use the space. Experimentation is key — unfortunately, our clients won’t reap the benefit of a banana bread gift just yet.

Not […]

By |January 11th, 2016|

Settling in after a kitchen renovation

The dust continues to settle (duct cleaning & several furnace filter changes) later. Enjoying family and friends throughout the holidays with many memories of the renovation to savour for years to come. Lots of hands in the kitchen washing dishes (electrician on vacation so dishwasher didn’t get connected nor chandelier […]

By |January 5th, 2016|