M Designs Interior Decorating

M Designs Interior Decorating Specializing in Traditional and Modern Design ~ New Construction & Renovations �

The powder room is the most underrated design opportunity in your home. ✨It’s the one space where you can go bold, go dr...
06/15/2026

The powder room is the most underrated design opportunity in your home. ✨

It’s the one space where you can go bold, go dramatic, go fully you ~ because it’s small, it’s a quick visit, and it doesn’t have to match anything else in the house. No excuses not to make it extraordinary.

For this space I leaned all the way in. A dreamy blue and gold botanical wallpaper sets the tone from the moment you open the door.

The ornate gold mirror adds old-world elegance, the console sink with polished nickel fixtures keeps it refined, and the bronze acorn sconces bring just enough contrast to ground the whole look.

This is what happens when you stop treating the powder room like an afterthought.

Would you be brave enough to go this bold in your powder room? Drop a 💙 if you love this look!




powder room wallpaper ideas, blue and gold powder room, ornate mirror bathroom, console sink powder room, bold powder room design

A pantry should work as hard as it looks beautiful ~ and this one does both.When I design a pantry, I think about how my...
06/14/2026

A pantry should work as hard as it looks beautiful ~ and this one does both.

When I design a pantry, I think about how my clients actually use the space. Where do they prep? What do they want to see versus hide? How can the details make every day feel a little more elevated?

Whether you have a walk-in, a butler’s pantry, or a dedicated cabinet ~ the right design decisions make all the difference.

💬 Pantry person or no? Tell me below!

📩 Planning a new build or renovation? Send me a DM.


📷 Paul Grdina



walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, pantry design, kitchen storage, custom cabinetry, brass hardware, pantry organization, new build kitchen

SWIPE FOR THE BEFORE ➡️This small basement bathroom got a full renovation ~ and even in a tight footprint, a few intenti...
06/11/2026

SWIPE FOR THE BEFORE ➡️

This small basement bathroom got a full renovation ~ and even in a tight footprint, a few intentional choices made all the difference.

🪟 The window well became the mirror spot. This bathroom never had a mirror, and there wasn’t another spot for one ~ so I found a round mirror that fit perfectly in the recessed window area, with a hook to hang it from. It doesn’t fully block the window, so natural light still comes through.

🚰 I kept the original sink. It was in great shape, so I had a new vanity built around it ~ saving budget for the things that mattered more.

⚫ A dark vanity grounds the the space. In a small all-white room, a black vanity adds contrast and makes the room feel more designed, not just renovated.

🔲 New penny tile flooring ties it all together and adds a timeless, classic touch.

A full gut renovation doesn’t have to mean a complete style overhaul. Sometimes it’s about making smart, intentional choices that maximize a small footprint.

💬 Have a small bathroom that needs a refresh? Tell me about it below.

🔖 Save this for small bathroom renovation inspiration.

📩 Ready to talk about your space? Send me a DM.



basement bathroom, small bathroom renovation, bathroom remodel, penny tile, black vanity, before and after renovation

When designing this primary bathroom for my clients, I wanted every detail to feel functional, timeless, and custom ~ be...
06/10/2026

When designing this primary bathroom for my clients, I wanted every detail to feel functional, timeless, and custom ~ because in a space like this, everything matters. This level of care and attention to detail is something I bring to every single project.

From the shower layout and lighting placement to tile selections, plumbing fixtures, mirrors, and all the little finishing touches ~ it’s these details that take a bathroom from basic to truly elevated.

If you’re building a new home or planning a bathroom renovation, don’t just focus on the big pieces. The smaller design decisions are often what make the biggest difference in how a space looks and feels every day.

This is the kind of intentional design I bring to every project at M Designs. ✨

💬 Which detail is your favourite? Drop it below.

🔖 Save this if you’re planning a bathroom renovation or new build.

📩 Ready to start your project? Send me a DM or visit the link in bio.

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interior design, bathroom renovation, custom home, Vancouver interior designer, clawfoot tub, marble tile, timeless interiors, new build home

The mudroom that started it all.This was the first room I designed for my own home ~ and the herringbone brick floor was...
06/08/2026

The mudroom that started it all.

This was the first room I designed for my own home ~ and the herringbone brick floor was the very first selection I made. Everything else was built around it.

Beadboard, matte black hooks, built-in cubbies, and that floor. There’s something about committing to one bold material choice that makes every decision after it easier.

This is one of my favourite projects and I will never get tired of that floor. 10 years later I still love it.

💬 Tell me ~ what’s the one material
or finish you have built an entire room around?

🔖 Save this if a mudroom is on your renovation or new build list.

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mudroomdesign herringbone

mudroom design, brick floor, beadboard, built-in storage, entryway design, farmhouse home, interior designer, home renovation, mudroom inspo, custom home

The hardware mistake I see in cabinetry all the time ✨Whether it’s a new build or a renovation, using the exact same pul...
06/06/2026

The hardware mistake I see in cabinetry all the time ✨

Whether it’s a new build or a renovation, using the exact same pull on every cabinet and drawer can make a beautiful space feel a little flat.

What I almost always do instead:

→ K***s on upper cabinets
→ Pulls on drawers (hung horizontally)
→ One finish throughout

Simple changes, but they add so much more character and help a kitchen feel collected and timeless.

This pantry is a great example. The dark olive cabinetry, brass hardware, white quartz countertops, and beadboard backsplash all work together without feeling overly matched.

It’s those small details that make a space feel collected rather than coordinated.

💬 Are you team k***s, pulls, or a mix of both?

🔖 Save this for your next kitchen renovation or new build.

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Kitchen design tips • Cabinet hardware ideas • Custom cabinetry • Pantry design • Kitchen renovation inspiration • Timeless interiors • Brass hardware • Interior design details
Hardware placement

06/02/2026

Demo day in a 1908 home.

We are about to completely transform this kitchen ~ starting with a full gut and rethinking how this space functions for modern living while still respecting the character of the home.

One of the biggest changes will be removing the old servant staircase and replacing it with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry to maximize storage and improve flow.

Follow along for behind-the-scenes progress as this renovation unfolds: from demo to design decisions to the final reveal.

What would you change first in this kitchen?


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