While Marlene is the design expert on the Casa Latina team – with her unique sense of style and eye for creating an amazing looking space – I do like to get in the style game from time to time. Especially if I find something interesting and that might appeal to other novices like myself. So when our friends at [...]

For those who love patterns – but are afraid of committing to patterned wall paper for the long term – the next best thing to consider is  patterns in window shades and curtains.                   Designer unknown Here you see a perfect balance of texture distributed within an open concept space, by shades [...]

I simply love unexpected dramatic make overs that make me just want to jump right out of my shoes.  This is a great example that big doesn’t always mean better. So much was accomplished with limited space. Structurally this room almost had it all, the only two additions that the home needed were the Recessed Light Fixtures and the addition [...]

The Man Closet I’ve discovered that when most people imagine a well organized walk-in closet they usually think of a closet designed with shelves to store expensive purse, glass enclosed cabinets to store even more expensive shoes, and an always over sized chandelier. While this is all true we hardly think of the flip side, a masculine dressing room. Yes, [...]

Boys Want Good Design Too! Its been my experience that most boys usually get the short end of the stick when it comes to having a room designed with them specifically in mind. Mothers have always made such a big deal about every detail of their daughter’s room, but for some reason when it came to their son’s room, often [...]

The Bench has come a long way. It’s no longer left outside or in the darkest corner of the house because no one seems to be interested in sitting on it. Today’s bench has flair, curiousness and can easily become the focal point of any room. Take a look at the four pictures that I have compiled below. Each design [...]

The Wonder of Color  within a White Room Many dream of adding color to their walls, but when push comes to shove the fear of color wins and the selected color is put aside. For those who cannot overcome the fear, the best solution is bringing in color though multiple pieces of furniture. One should always consider colors that will [...]

Casa Latina is always on the lookout for interesting new designers with unique home-related ideas and products.  So we are pleased to introduce Tania Johnson Design’s four stunning hand knotted rug designs. The earthy but contemporary patterns are inspired by intricate details of nature – among them delicate plays of light, shadows and reflection.  The designer, Tania Johnson, portrays these [...]

For those who can spare a closet, converting it into a much needed home office is a great addition. This project can take up to two weekends to accomplish: Remove closet doors, railings and shelves then patch up holes Paint walls and interior ceiling with desired colour Place desk Measure and install desired shelves Para aquellos que pueden quitar un [...]