Susan Dolan's Blog Posts

The goal of spring cleaning might be to ensure you have a healthy home, but sometimes cleaning can expose you to chemicals and pollutants that could pose a risk to your health.Here are some tips to

Whether you’re enjoying a morning cup of coffee, dinner with family or entertaining guests, furniture adds functionality to your outdoor space. With the right pieces, you can greatly enhance

The garden is a place to express your creativity and beautify your curb appeal. It can also help keep you safe.Across Canada there were more than 6,500 wildfires in 2023. You can help protect your

For many people, buying a home is the single biggest purchase they will ever make.While the excitement of finding your dream home can be exhilarating, those feelings can sometimes give way to stress

A recent article in the Toronto Star stated "We're calling it....Wallpaper is back!" It seems that for 2023 wallpaper is back from design exile. A textured grasscloth in a neutral hue or a

Style trends often draw inspiration from the world around us, whether that means embracing something positive or offering a retreat from the negative. The year 2023 is no exception, with designers

With the change in season, it’s time to tackle your home maintenance checklist. From safety precautions to appliance upkeep, here are tips to help you breeze into fall.   Clean

Spending more time at home over the past few years has encouraged many people to reimagine how they organize their space, no matter the size.When it comes to your bathroom, there are easy

Whether you’re considering a full exterior update or just freshening up your home’s curb appeal, there are simple and inexpensive solutions that deliver rewarding impact.Here’s how

The best defense against a home emergency is prevention. To ensure your family is taking preventative measures and practicing whole home safety, everyone should know these six do’s and don

1. Consider Curb AppealIt's important that your home makes a good first impression. When potential buyers drive up to your home, you want them to think, "Wow! I could live here!" To make sure buyers

Home décor tips to refresh your spaceThe Spring is a great opportunity to give your home a facelift. So, take advantage of the longer days to refresh by transforming some of your favourite

Spring home maintenance inside and outWith spring right around the corner, we’re all looking to put those winter blues behind us and get our homes into tip-top shape. But with spring weather

Reno tips to make your home look like an expensive custom buildIt seems like everyone is making over their home these days, from small additions to complete teardowns. Although it sounds pricey,

Summer is in full swing here in the Okanagan and she's a hot one already! There's nothing quite like outdoor living in BC in the summer! Patio sippin', porch swing sittin', soaking up those glorious

It's that time of year! The robins have arrived in our backyards, everything is starting to bloom and the sun is shining brightly, revealing all those little dust bunnies that made your home theirs

1. Low Inventory = Less CompetitionSince spring is the most popular home-selling season, the housing market is ultra crowded with options at that time of year. But in the winter, there are fewer

Once you’ve decided to downsize into a condo in the city, it’s time to start preparing! We know moving houses is a lot of work, so we wanted to write a blog post to share some helpful

Own Your Piece of Pandosy Paradise Have you ever walked down Pandosy Street and thought “This is my dream neighbourhood!” Life in Pandosy Village has a different type of energy compared

Small Space Design TipsLiving in a Kelowna condo means living in a much smaller space than most single-family homes. When you live in a smaller space fitting in everything you need while keeping it