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Nyla’s Notebook

Our journal is a space to share what’s unfolding behind the scenes—project progress, inspiration we’re drawn to, and insights from the design process. It’s an open door into how we create thoughtful, enduring spaces.

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How to Create a Gallery Wall

Calgary based Interior Designer, Nyla Free Designs, shares their tips and tricks on how to hang a gallery wall.

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Home Refresh For The Holidays: The Christmas Countdown Is On!

Get ready for your best Christmas ever! Canadian Interior Designer, Nyla Free Designs, shares a timeline to have your home looking fabulous and ready for the holidays.

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This One's For The Dogs! 7 Stylish Tips for Your New Pup

Canadian interior designer, Nyla Free Designs share their top tricks for integrating a pup into your lives during this season.

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Life at Home: Planning The Future Of Your Home

Canadian Interior Design Studio, Nyla Free Designs, share the last of their three-part blog series. Planning a renovation, new home or do you love your home just the way it is? You’ll find all kinds of design advice here.

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Life at Home: Understanding Your Home

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Life at Home: Loving Your Home

Canadian Interior Designer, Nyla Free Designs, share the first of their blog series: Life at home. Detailing steps for homeowners to fall in love all over again with their homes.

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Confessions of an Interior Designer: Virtual Design

Nyla Free Designs shares insight into interior design and working virtually.

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Laundry Room Organization: Our Top 10 Tips

Nyla Free Designs shares their Top 10 tips for designing a functional and stylish laundry room, whether big or small.

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Lessons and Learnings from 2019

Nyla Free Designs shares their lessons and learnings from 2019.

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Let's Learn: Right vs. Wrong Area Carpet Sizes

Calgary Interior Designer Nyla Free Designs shares the right vs. wrong approach to selecting the right area carpet for your space.

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What Does "In Stock" Really Mean?

Nyla Free Designs shares insight into what “in stock” really means when sourcing product.

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Let’s Learn: The Most Family Friendly Fabrics

What are the most family friendly fabrics? Nyla Free Designs shares their go-to fabrics for the most durable and easy maintenance options.

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Anatomy of a Window

Nyla Free Designs shares all about the different types of windows and their parts - casement, awning, double hung and sliding windows. Important terms to know when selecting windows.