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The Decorators & Designers Association of Canada is a Canadian professional association that elevates the decorating and design industry through education, events, training, advocacy and community building.
DDA Board Update – July 2019
There was no board meeting in July; the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14. Meanwhile, board Chair Andria Cowan Molyneaux and Executive Director Seamus Gearin have been holding...
Bringing Cottage Design Into Your Home, Year-Round
When you think of the way you furnish your cottage, you think of durability, light and airy in colour and texture, comfortable and, of course, stylish. The questions you should be asking yourself...
It’s Cottage Season Year-Round, with These Rustic Wallcoverings!
As design pros, it seems that many of us embrace the idea of a second home just so we can decorate it differently than our principal residence. A casual, slightly rustic look seems to say ‘relax’ to...
Chapter Update – July 2019
Updates from DDA's local ChaptersIn this brief: National Capital Region, GTA West, Toronto National Capital Region Last month we were delighted to be welcomed to a Robert Allen fabric and wallpaper...
The Future of Design: 2019’s Best Student Design Work
DDA Canada Design Decor Bathroom Student Award competition Winner Contemporary Condo Each year, the DDA holds its Decorating and Design Competition, an industry event geared towards giving...
Outdoor Electric Fireplaces vs. Gas Fireplaces
More and more Canadians are sprucing up their backyards and outdoor spaces. That means that interior designers are becoming exteriordesigners, too. Because our weather is fickle (I give you Spring...
Creating a Summer Oasis
It’s a comfortably warm Saturday afternoon. You are outside on the back deck, cold beverage in hand, the BBQ is fired up and you are officially enjoying summer. The yard looks incredible, filled...
Patio Style
It is summer! What better way to enjoy the outdoors than to spend time on a patio in the comfort of your own home! Even your client’s small condo balcony can be easily transformed into an outdoor...
Backyard Makeover
Ah, the sound of birds chirping, lazy heat beating down on the grass, luscious greenery under your feet and the chatter of happiness wherever you turn. This is the feeling of summer we yearn for...
Board Update – June 2019
A Board of Directors Meeting was held on June 12, by conference call, including a small group meeting in person in Toronto. The following is a summary of that meeting: Membership: We are continuing...
Chapter Update – June 2019
Updates from DDA's local ChaptersIn this brief: GTA West and National Capital Region GTA WEST GTA West is now a full board with the following directors: Lara Kalins, PresidentSandy Prong, Vice...
2019 Award Gala – In Case You Missed It…
DDA Canada's 2019 Awards Gala held on May 3rd at the Grande Luxe in Toronto was a great success. Some of the highlights include: The 'Start Strong' CEU presentation from Kimberley Seldon, followed...