Lally Cadeau Design
83 Blake St N5A 2C5 Stratford, ON, Canada

Balanced by fruit trees on either end, these long perennial beds provided interest in all seasons, and lovely evening fragrance.

This is a glorious pond with a romantic feel, surrounded by ferns, Irises, a Japanese Maple, and evergreens. The poodle is a moveable feature....

This is an example of what can be done with a weed-filled, urban desert, in a shady setting.... absolute peace and delight in the shadings of light... The fencing created the structure, and simple, inexpensive stones and pebbles filled it in.... It became a perfect writer's retreat under the gazebo.

For as long as I've been an actor, I've been designing homes & gardens, and my philosophy is the same for both disciplines; Whatever the project, take it on with energy and verve; Extend the boundaries and entertain surprise! Let me bring my team and expertise to your project, and help give your surroundings a certain joie de vivre.... The first consultation is free...

For an example of how warm laminate countertops can be, have a look at the posting for 1994. In this total kitchen redo, I used deep charcoal laminate with 13/4" straight edges. When working with a budget, they can give you a clean, tailored look, yet with a patina. If your heart is set on granite or marble, you can always switch at a later date.