CMD Studios

09/19/2023

03/20/2023

Texture in design is vital, and is, quite literally, woven into the fabric of a designer's vocabulary and practice. It is all about creating tactile moments that invite touch. It refers to the feel, appearance or consistency of a surface or material. Textures help to keep a space from feeling flat or one dimensional

03/16/2023

Open plan living…some floor plans lend themselves very well to this layout, especially the plan of the average Toronto Home. If you have ever watched any home renovation show, you know the first words of out many peoples mouths when they look to renovation or build is “open concept” but is this really always the best approach to planning? The excitement of discovery is always appealing to me while navigating through a new space but lifestyle is usually what dictates whether open concept works best for you, such as parents with young children (practical parenting 👀)
Or those who love to entertain and be connected with their guests while hosting, while some agree that it’s time for the open plan to bid adieu.
✨ Beautiful dining space from our Symington project .build walker.build

02/23/2023

One of the more popular questions about wood flooring that comes up again & again………in a nutshell….

Solid timber flooring is 100% hardwood from the top to the base, meaning that the plank is solid wood all the way through.

On the other hand, engineered timber flooring is made up of a 3-6mm top layer of solid hardwood, which is glued to an engineered base of layered ply or birch. The mm's top layer is dependent on the board width and can vary between brands.

There are a lot of pros and cons to consider before making a decision about whether to go with solid wood flooring or engineered wood flooring.
Here are some quick facts of both types of flooring:

-Solid wood flooring is more durable than engineered wood flooring and can last longer without need for major repairs or replacements.

-Solid wood flooring is more expensive than engineered wood flooring.

-Solid wood flooring is preferably made from a single piece of wood, whereas engineered wood flooring is made from multiple pieces of wood that are glued together. This means that solid wood flooring may have a more authentic appearance than engineered wood flooring, but there are many, many great options for engineered wood flooring that appears just like the real deal.

-Solid wood flooring is heavier than engineered wood flooring and may require special equipment to install.

- Engineered wood is more environmentally friendly as it utilizes a lot less of the tree per plank than solid hardwoods, making it a more environmentally sustainable, natural product.

What flooring should you use for your home?
This really depends on the application, your budget and your lifestyle but understanding the maintenance, performance and cost of each greatly impacts the final selection

01/18/2023

Garden suite utilization ✨

09/16/2022

Before & After ✨

09/16/2022

Handcrafted plaster pendants for the finish from

02/10/2022

It’s the little details in a kitchen design that can take a space from looking boring and cheap to interesting and high end - and honestly often they don’t need to cost much more to get them right!
One thing I have seen heaps of times over the years is boring 💡 light fixture choices which really drags down a space 🙄 it is often the last item that is sourced under a time crunch when trying to get the project wrapped up and a bad choice can ruin a beautifully planned and designed space! Planning the fixtures along with the overall design is the best way to ensure the light fixtures top off the space and make it an interesting and beautiful space to be. Don’t underestimate the power of a light!

02/09/2022

💡 Less is more

02/09/2022

Clean & Fresh ✨

02/09/2022

A good old classic before & after ✨

09/24/2021

You know what they say about good things and small packages? Powder rooms are no exception. This is the space in every house where you can get creative so embrace your dark side with a moody paint color, unique wallpaper or a colorful grout. This small space can have a big impact so go bold ✨