KT-J Design

I received some amazing feedback from a potential client today After reviewing tons of different websites for designers, they were so happy to read my services pages and feel like I really understood what they were going through. Design isn’t easy for everyone. Just like fixing a car or baking a cake. Sometimes we all need a little help. ... If you haven’t had a chance to check out KT-J Design’s website yet hop over to my bio to follow the link. From large scale Reno and new build coaching, to one room refreshes and our first design course coming this summer, there are so many ways we can work together! #KTJDesign #coachingbydesign #homedecor #homedecorating #drafting #renovation #newbuildhome #entreupreneur

Need I say more ........ Apparently I can’t help myself! Every space needs a bit of grounding. Something dark and/or heavy looking to draw the eye and anchor the space so it doesn’t float away visually. Black is a great colour for this, but not everyone’s jam. So if your looking for a beautiful grounding colour consider navy! It goes with practically everything and is just a touch softer than black!... #coachingbydesign #KTJDesign #homedecor #homedecorinspiration #homedecortips

Happy #nationalpuppyday to my 2 favourite co-workers and toss pillow testers! No toss pillow is deemed worthy of being nudged off the couch countless times a day if it can’t first adequately support your chin #wedontdeservedogs #butfirstnaptime #dogsofinstagram #tosspillows #caninecoworker #designer #thisislife #modernfamilies

I was on the hunt for hardware inspiration for a clients coastal home. (Yup designers look for inspiration too ) And came across some amazing images from @studiomcgee These 2 photos are perfect examples to show my client how their natural wood cabinets can be dressed up with either brass or black hardware. ... What do you think? Are you team brass or team black? #cabinethardware #cabinethardwareismyjewelry #kitcheninspiration #designer #designerinspired #thisorthat

I love green! Even when it’s not St.Patrick’s Day. If you are looking for simple ways to experiment with new color combinations in your home. Or maybe playing with the idea of adding just a bit of color to your space, try throw pillows!... Simple, infinitely swappable and budget friendly! #designtipsandtricks #throwpillows #itsnoteasybeinggreen #designinspo #coachingbydesign

Do you have a cozy chair in your bedroom? And if you do, are you using it for its highest purpose? You know curling up with a book, enjoying the view with a favourite beverage or maybe catching up on a few emails in a quiet spot? Or has your chair been down graded to a kind of clothes purgatory? Where the not yet dirty, but not really clean clothes go to wait ... No judgement here, just curious, what is the seating in your bedroom most commonly used for? I’d love to know! #coachingbydesign #bedroomdesigner #cozychair #designquestion #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling

Kind words from wonderful people! It makes my heart go pitter patter when friends or clients just need a little encouragement to jump on board with a design concept that they are really drawn to. Dark colours, unique patterns and textures..... do it! You won’t regret it!... #coachingbydesign #inspireddesign #happyclients

Switching out the hardware in your kitchen, bath or even a free standing furnite piece like a dresser can make all the difference in style and functionality! Think of cabinet hardware as the jewelry of your space and choose according to your personal style. One quick tip and my personal pet peeve. Don’t go too small!!! A handle’s basic function is to allow you to open something. If the person in your home with the biggest hands can’t comfortably use it, it’s probably not the ...best choice. Where you have the option or your pre-drilled holes allow. Lean towards a 5-6 pull. Swipe to see 3 of my favorite tried and true @emtek_products cabinet handles that are not only the perfect size for most hands but suit a variety of design styles. Happy designing! #coachingbydesign #modernfamilydesign #cabinethardwareismyjewelry #cabinethardware #designtips

It’s 9:30am here on Monday morning. And I’m feeling super productive Already completed: An hour on a clients electrical plan Social media planning for the week (Well at least I tried )... Fed all the humans and animals, even myself! With a lot of push back from myself, I’m slowly learning that working around a toddlers schedule means changing when I work during the day. Am I a morning person...... hell no! Am I making it work for now? Yup! So tell me, I’d love to know. What’s your trick for being productive? How do you ensure you get aaaalllllll the things done? #entrepreneurlife #workingwithkids #toddlermomlife #mondaymorningmotivation #electricalplans #lifehacks #coachingbydesign

Happy Valentine’s Day to all the lovers who love even more with separate vanities #coachingbydesign #bathroomdesign #chiefarchitect #doublevanity #entreupreneurlife

Remember as a kid, how much you loved decorating your room and showing off your prized possessions?! Whether it was Star Wars, Lego, glitter or boy bands, we all had our jam. And our bedroom was where we showed it off! But hold on.... what happened? ... Was there a clause in the adult contract that said you can’t have fun decorating your space after 18? Where did all the fun go? This is your Friday reminder that even though our bedrooms aren’t typically on display, they still need all the design love! So start using this space to showcase things you love and bring back the joy! Soon you’ll have a bedroom space you don’t want to close the door on #bedroominspo #bringbackthejoy #coachingbydesign #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #entreupreneur

The scroll stopping foundation of the perfect is a rich, saturated paint color. Think about: - Jewel Tones for Drama - Deep Earthy Colors for a cozy feel... - Or even all out Black for the wow factor! Don’t be shy about color! When it comes to creating a Moody and Dramatic bedroom this will set the tone. Swipe left for a few of my tried and true favorite moody colors and comment below with your favorite! #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #jeweltones #masterbedroomdesign #coachingbydesign #moodyanddramatic #farrowandball #designerinspired #entrepreneur #benjaminmoore

Looking to create the perfect Organic Bedroom space? Nothing will transform your space faster than a show stopping piece created by nature itself! If your on the hunt for new pieces (or even something to DIY) look for live edge furniture, rough hewn stone or even stumps and branches. ... #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #masterbedroomdesign #coachingbydesign #designerinspired #entrepreneur #naturalbedroom #organicinspiration

The bed is a huge piece of real estate in any bedroom and the perfect place to show some personality! Changing up the feel of a bedroom can be as simple as switching up a few decorative pillows and a coverlet on the bed. For that Moody and Dramatic space, make sure the patterns you choose have punch, scale and contrast so they don’t get lost. ... Animal print not your thing?! No problem! Try: - Mod graphic shapes - Bohemian patterns - Punchy florals Swipe left for 3 great examples and comment below with your favorite style! #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #jeweltones #masterbedroomdesign #coachingbydesign #moodyanddramatic #designerinspired #entrepreneur #throwpillows #switchupyourstyle

Anyone who knows me, knows I love moody colors! I practically bleed #hagueblue So we’re starting off this dive into bedroom design styles with my personal favorite, Moody and Dramatic! ... Follow along this week as I break down this beautiful inspiration photo ( credit unknown) and share some simple tips to get you inspired to create your own! #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #masterbedroomdesign #coachingbydesign #moodyanddramatic #farrowandball #leopardskinforthewin #designerinspired #entrepreneur

Metallic finishes are the perfect addition to almost any bedroom style. But paired with rich jewel toned paint..... you really have a winning combination! Mirrors, side tables, frames, lighting and hardware are all perfect places for a hit of metallic finish. When it comes to a moody and dramatic bedroom space use one finish like the gold in this example for a glam look or mix and match 2 metallics for a more laid back feel! ... #bedroomgoals #bedroomstyling #jeweltones #masterbedroomdesign #coachingbydesign #moodyanddramatic #designerinspired #entrepreneur #metallics

Next week we are diving into some of my favourite design styles for the bedroom and the elements you need to create them! But first I want to know, what’s your favourite style? Comment below with your dream bedroom design style. #KT-JDesign... #bedroomdesign #bedroomdecor #bedroom #bedroomstyling #coachingbydesign See more

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!