E.L.P. Designs Open House

E.L.P. Designs Open House

You're invited to join Evan Pleet, Interior Designer & Space Planner for this great open house. See a display of projects, some samples and amazing kitchen, bathroom and closet designs.

Thurs. June 14th 12noon - 8pm

Coja, 1290 Creditstone Rd, #2, Concord, ON, L4K 5T7 (Jane & Langstaff)

RSVP - evan@elpdesigns.com 416-565-7801 to be entered in a special draw

Extraodinary sales
- leather sofas - Canadian made (50 - 80% off)
- custom leather / fabric sofas (discount on custom orders)
- bedding and cushions (30 to 70% off)
- window coverings
- custom bedding / window coverings
- luxury towels
- indoor / outdoor planter boxes
- picture frames
- top-end appliances
- trend-setting room divider panels (48 combinations)

Fabulous samples - you can place your order at the open house and save!
- lighting (absolutely great lampshades)
- artwork, 
- accessories
- kitchen / bathroom millwork
- pre-made drapery panels
- metal window valances
- faux-leather wallpaper tiles
- funky fabrics
- decorative hardware including door-handles

Interior design / decorating services
- open house promotion for participants

Door prizes & special promotions

Thurs. June 14th 12 - 8pm

Coja, 1290 Creditstone Rd, #2, Concord, ON, L4K 5T7 (Jane & Langstaff)

RSVP - evan@elpdesigns.com 416-565-7801 to be entered in a special draw

Making a First Impression

Making a First Impression: Your Reception Area
Your clients often form a first impression of your business before they ever shake your hand. Your reception area says a lot about the quality and care your clients can expect from you.

Think about the image you want to portray and choose your furnishings and lighting accordingly. For instance, a tech company should steer clear of traditional furniture and opt for a more exciting, streamlined look. A law firm will probably want its reception area to appear formal and dignified.

In a waiting area, one of the most common mistakes is to line seats only around the perimeter of a room, or worse, in rows. This arrangement will make visitors feel restless and impatient as they wait. Instead, place furniture as you would in a living area, giving people the option of sitting alone, in pairs, or in groups. This way, they can choose to quietly read, talk to others, or simply observe their surroundings.

Coffee and side tables should further reflect the personality of the business, while giving you a place to put reading and promotional materials. Don’t forget to add plenty of lightening. Well-lit areas are more welcoming. Artwork is a must. However, only add pieces you would hang in a well-appointed home. Too often, waiting and reception room art looks like rummage sale leftovers.

No matter what style you choose, the furniture and accessories should appear upscale in style and material. Your clients want to know that you value them enough to give them a nice place to wait.

To get help with your reception area call Evan Pleet at 416-565-7801

Evan Pleet
E.L.P. Designs & Space Planning
416-565-7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com

Patterns in Interior Design

Trending now - Pattern in Interior Design
the Rediscovery of Patterns


Throughout the world the look of bare walls and clean surfaces had been accepted as the cutting edge of interior design. In recent years however, designers have rediscovered the practicality of pattern and texture.

Curtains Ad a Sense of Dramatic Flair
Curtains are another way of adding pattern and introducing more colour into a room. Strong bold curtains can help create two different looks. Either as a colour highlight in the room during the day when they are open, or a more dominant almost feature wall effect when drawn at night. For maximum effect use full length curtains to the floor, as stopping just below the sill makes the room look cut off and shortens the ceiling height.
The use of various curtain headers will create different looks and affect the amount of fabric required. Curtain tracks can be made to look invisible if made or painted in the wall colour or, by using chunky metal rods they can stand out and be part of the design. Options today are as wide as the mind can create, colours or materials for hardware, contemporary/traditional/transitional styles, etc.

Evan Pleet
ELP Designs and Space Planning
416-565-7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com

2011 Interior Design Trends

Trending now - Pattern in Interior Design
the Rediscovery of Patterns


Throughout the world the look of bare walls and clean surfaces had been accepted as the cutting edge of interior design. In recent years however, designers have rediscovered the practicality of pattern and texture.

Wallpaper is Back

For many years, painted walls and ceilings have been the mainstay of interior design. The introduction of bold colours and feature walls was the first sign that people wanted more interest in their homes. The progression of this change has been the increased use of wall paper to add drama and impact. Big bold patterns of high contrasting colour or subtle use of tone on tone to create texture. Wallpapering only one wall is a also an option. A bold pattern behind the bed makes a great statement without taking over the whole room.

Book a consultation today and find out how the current interior design trends can be used successfully in your home.

Evan Pleet
ELP Designas & Space Planning
416-565-7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com

Save Money - Hire An Interior Designer

Save Your Money – Hire An Interior Designer!

Interior designers are only hired by the rich and famous. Wrong! This myth is definitely not true. Interior designers can work on a wide variety of projects and within the parameters of any budget. Their focus is to give you exactly what you want, when you want it and how you want it.

Saving you money starts by minimizing mistakes, spending money wisely, creating a 'designer look' for a handyman budget and offering expert advice. Examples may include: suggesting a paint colour that compliments the space, selecting the correct scale of furniture, designing floor plans to maximize the room's potential (especially important in a commercial space or tiny condo), by using exisiting furniture/art/accessories and by referring professional trades or contractors.

E.L.P. Designs and Space Planning design services are not just for the rich…they are for anyone who appreciates value, amazing design creativity or for those who understand the benefits of professional expertise in any respective field i.e.:plumber, real estate agent, lawyer, dentist….We are experts in the design field - why not give us a try?

To save MONEY RIGHT NOW…
READ ON!
E.L.P. Designs and Space Planning works with closely with a huge variety of suppliers, showrooms and wholesalers that cater strictly to the design trade. In many circumstances, they offer a wide selection of items that the general public would typically not ever see in a typical retail store.

In addition, our clients quite often save money by purchasing these tems through us, compared to spending their valuable time sourcing and purchasing on their own and by getting exactly what works best for their space.

In that regard, over the past few weeks, several suppliers are promotinge amazing deals with notices about 'Specials’, ‘Clearance items’, ‘Sample Sale’ or ‘Clearout’ of products that may be as little as six months old in order to make room for new products. If you want to save money while getting exactly what you want for your home, office or commercial project, then give us a call today!

Evan Pleet
ELP Designs & Space Planning
416-565-7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com

Reality TV - Is it real?

'REALITY' TELEVISION - IS IT REAL?

More specifically the home renovation/decorating/re-design programs!

Many people watch ‘reality’ television, believing what they see to be real. The true fact in my professional opinion, is that home makeover programs that show a complete or even partial makeover of a home that happens in 30 minutes (less commerciail time) is simply not real or feasible. Many of the projects shown can take anywhere from one week to one year to complete, not to mention the staff of 10 to 20 or more people behind the scenes working on that specific epiisode.

Home makeovers do not have to be costly, difficult or time consuming. Depending on the scope of the project, the client’s expectations can usually be met quite easily. A professional designer or makeover specialist listens carefully to the client, then creates a makeover or re-design that would be difficult to obtain on their own.

At E.L.P. Designs and Space Planning, we are experts in the desgn field. We review the client's budget and create a deisign plan to give them what they see on television but don't know how to get to that point, where to start or how not to waste their hard earned money.

Oh yes…sometimes we do take longer than 30 minutes for a project from start to finish, but were working on it!

Please review these sample ‘before’ and ‘after’ pictures to get an idea of how your space can be transformed using the professionals at E.L.P Designs and Space Planning and check back often for more pictures.

Whether you are thinking of re-decorating, re-designing or simply starting from scratch with some new paint colours, new furniture or re-arranging what you already have, then give us a call today.

Evan Pleet
(416) 565-7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com

How To Choose An Interior Designer

How to Choose An Interior Designer

Have you ever considered hiring a professional Interior Designer…Then read on;

You have no idea how the design/decorating process works -

The entire process is much simpler than you may believe. No matter the size or budget of the project, A professional can assist in the design process including problem solving, space planning, furniture selection and layout, application of design elements, colour consultation, selection and application of finish materials, decorative elements and lighting. Designers will work with you to create a home that reflects your own personal taste that meets your changing needs.

You believe that using a skilled designer may actually be out of your budget and is only required for large projects;

A professional designer can actually save you money by saving on costly mistakes and by working with professional trades and contractors. They make the most of what you own and do the research to find what you need, offer assistance to help you make informed selections from a vast number of product resources, many that only trade professionals have access to. They help you understand, as many consumers are intimidated by the thought of hiring an interior designer and unnecessarily worry they'll lose control of the design or budget.

What to look for in the hiring process and how to choose the right individual for you;
- Ask around with your friends and relatives who have had recent design work done. Once you find the right professional that you are comfortable working with they will be able to explain the entire process step by step.
- Understand how the designer will help you define and enhance your own style or how they will provide better design elements;
- A designer should look at your space and visualize how they see the final design. This includes colours, style, textures, use of space and details that you may have never thought of.
- Knowledge, expertise and guidance to prevent costly mistakes.
- Can they act as a Marriage councilor?; In some instances, two partners of a relationship cannot agree on any details or what to do. A professional designer acting as a third party creates a design that takes everyone’s wishes into account.
- Ask to see some before and after examples.
- Ask for some references.

Planning on doing some renovations or updating, purchasing new furniture, finishing your basement, remodeling your kitchen or bath, buying an older home, building an addition or a buying a brand new condo from plans, then think about calling a professional interior designer to help you out…you’ll be glad you did!


For more information on how to get started and to choose an interior designer extrordinaire, please contact
Evan Pleet
E.L.P. Designs and Space Planning
416. 565. 7801
info@elpdesigns.com
www.elpdesigns.com