a few more things
ON THE COVER
Space Designed by
Jo Alcorn
Photography by
Jason Hartog
around the house
Real Estate Advice with Joe Mancuso
Real estate expert Joe Mancuso explains
why it’s more expensive to live in certain
cities than others. 24
Staged to Sell with Christine Rae
Home staging expert Christine Rae tells
you how to get the best bang for your buck
when staging your home for resale. 72
Behind the Scenes
Canadian Home Trends’ Design and Event
Editor Evelyn Eshun gives you an inside
look at industry events. 56
learn something new
Why Didn’t I Think Of That For My
Kid’s Room?
There is something magical that happens
when a child has a space that reflects
his or her personality and style. We have
compiled a few of our favourite ideas to
help you design your child’s room. 26
Basement Secrets
Designer Michelle Cook shares her
favourite basement products to use in a
reno project. 28
Evelyn’s Double Take
Canadian Home Trends’ Design and Event
Editor Evelyn Eshun visited Zilli Home
Interiors to show you how easy it is to
create two looks using the same beautiful
desk. 46
Kim, Fix My House!
Design-savvy ideas for your rental! 72
Jane Lockhart’s Vacation Hot Spots
Designer Jane Lockhart traveled the
country to share with us a few hotel lobbies
that took her breath away. 64
Birds Gone Wild
Marc and Mandy show you how to create a
whimsical desk using stencils and Plaster
Paint. PLUS! Canadian Home Trends’ DIY
Editor Nicholas Rosaci shares his favourite
Pinterest find! 40
Save vs. Splurge
Designer Jacklynn Little helps create an
entertaining area for your backyard with
two different price points. 60
Jo Alcorn’s Laundry Room Makeover
We tour a laundry room designed by
Canadian Home Trends’ Style Editor, Jo
Alcorn. 76
enter to win
Designers Compete in the Ultimate
Design Challenge!
Enter to win great prizes by choo sing your
favourite room concept. 68