The concept of being able to have a stylish home no matter the size was really well executed with three different spaces of different sizes displayed. One of our favorites fit a kitchen,living room, bedroom (with closet) and bathroom into 376 square feet.....BOGGLES THE MIND!!
IKEA has done a great job with their kitchen sections, they show off a new line of mahogany cupboards and beautiful traditional hardware upon entering the store. Multiple kitchens to browse for inspiration throughout the store. So many options available and lots of computers to create your own look right there in the store. We are seeing lots of tiled walls in the kitchens. Yes the entire wall not just the backsplash. Lots of fabulous new appliances for the kitchen created especially for IKEA. So essentially you can design, purchase and accessorize everything you need for your entire kitchen reno right at IKEA.
Other favorites included the bedroom section with so many different bedding choices available it was hard to focus!! For the girly girl, lots of pink and purple and for the masculine side some greys, tans or bold colour choices. There was something for everyone no matter what the age
How many of you knew, IKEA now carries fabric by the bolt at extremely low prices starting from $1.99 per metre!!! Let that resinate for a minute... and so many pillows, throws and rugs! Leather couches and chairs at reasonable prices, and side tables galore. Check out this side table. The top opens up so you can keep your remotes tucked away.
We have spent some time lately visiting a few other inspirational stores we think are worth mentioning.
First, the Carleton Place Nursery has a little Christmas store we would argue is the best place to purchase something new to update your holiday decor, get some decorating ideas or buy some new ornaments for family and friends.www.carletonplace.com
Doree's Habit is an adorable new store located on Mill Street, Almonte. We especially like the clothing racks that are old chairs that have been affixed to the walls and clothes hang off them. Genius!! We love the exposed brick wall and the chandelier of hangers in the ceiling above. The owner Brodie O'Connor, is fabulous and the customer service rocks! With everything from jewellry, clothes, purses and accessories there is something there for every female on your list.
Squished in between Doree's Habit and Kentfield Kids is the Tin Barn Market. This cute but tiny store is filled to the brim with new and vintage items. It has a country feel and offers very unique items for purchase. Everything from bedding to broaches and anything else you can think of like beds, furniture, etc. www.tinbarnmarket.blogspot.com
Although new to Carleton Place, Valley Granite and Tile is quickly becoming one of the best places to sources granite, marble and tile. The selection is out of this world. We are particularily fond of the line called Skyline in from New York City and only available at VGT. Finally, we LOVE how they decorated their bathroom!! It gets three thumbs up from us!www.valleygraniteandtile.ca
