The Blog

Welcome to the blog, where we share design inspiration, expert tips, and behind-the-scenes stories from Michaela Burns Interiors. Here, you’ll find thoughtful advice on creating spaces that blend style and function, along with a glimpse into the creative process that brings each project to life.

Holidays, Design Tips, Projects, Project Dawlish Elizabeth Suni Holidays, Design Tips, Projects, Project Dawlish Elizabeth Suni

Holiday Decorating Tips: Balancing Style, Sentiment, and Spending

The holiday season is the perfect time to transform your home into a warm and festive space, blending personal memories with nostalgic style. Whether you’re preparing to host family gatherings or simply looking to create a cozy atmosphere, we’re sharing tips to help you strike the right balance between sentimentality, style, and practicality. If you are looking for tips to balance the chocolate, late nights and over-spending, you’ll have to look elsewhere ;).

Read More
Design Tips, Project Dawlish Elizabeth Suni Design Tips, Project Dawlish Elizabeth Suni

Embracing Bold: Our Take on Benjamin Moore’s Colour of the Year

The team and I are always eager to see what Benjamin Moore’s Colour of the Year will be, and this year’s choice of Cinnamon Slate didn’t disappoint. With fall in full swing, there’s no better time to embrace the richness and warmth of bold colours that bring depth to any space. Cinnamon Slate feels like a nod to the saturated burgundy, purple, and forest greens of the '90s—what I like to call “muted jewels.” These tones pair beautifully with natural materials like wood, stone, and burnished metals. I’m sharing how I incorporated a similar hue into the design of a room at #ProjectDawlish, along with some tips for working with bold colours in your own home.

Read More
Lifestyle Elizabeth Suni Lifestyle Elizabeth Suni

Fogo Island Book Club

While attending ShoreTime on Fogo Island, I spent four days immersed in conversations where books became shorthand—a way to connect without needing to explain everything. I’ve compiled a list of the books mentioned in presentations and conversations last week, from the artists, keynote speakers, and more casual recommendations from new friends.

Read More
Projects Elizabeth Suni Projects Elizabeth Suni

Project Horsham: Merging Modern Design with Timeless Elegance

When I first walked into this house, I immediately knew it was worlds apart from the clients' previous home. Their last residence was a traditional home filled with stunning antiques, but this new build was a modern grey box—sleek, sophisticated, yet impersonal. With their three grown children moved out, our clients were ready to embrace a new chapter of city living. They wanted the design to reflect this exciting phase of life while still honouring their collection of art and antiques.

Read More
Michaela Burns Michaela Burns

Style And Function: Our Guide To Designing Kids’ Bedrooms

As the back-to-school season approaches, it's the perfect time to refresh your child’s bedroom and create a space that supports their growth, creativity, and relaxation. Whether they're starting their first year of kindergarten or heading into the teen years, a well-designed bedroom can make all the difference. We’re sharing some of our top tips to help you design a kid-friendly room that’s both practical and stylish, ensuring it grows with them through every stage.

Read More
Elizabeth Suni Elizabeth Suni

The Perfect Kids' Bathroom: Answering Our Most Asked Questions

Designing a bathroom for kids is an adventure into imagination, colour, whimsy, and a healthy dose of balance and practicality. Over the years, we’ve had the joy of transforming dated and non-functional bathrooms into vibrant, kid-friendly spaces. From playful themes to practical storage solutions, here are our top tips for creating a bathroom that will make your kids want to brush their teeth. Just kidding, that will always remain one of life’s struggles!

Read More
Elizabeth Suni Elizabeth Suni

Unveiling Project Woodbine: The Ultimate Guide to Our Sources and Design Secrets

Project Woodbine was recently featured in the spring edition of Style at Home Magazine and we know many of you have had questions about the design elements we included in this transformation. We’re not fans of gatekeeping so in this blog post, we’re taking you behind the scenes, room by room, to reveal the inspiration, sources, and design secrets that brought Project Woodbine to life.

Read More
Elizabeth Suni Elizabeth Suni

Cozy Cottage Charm: Rug, Mat, and Lighting Solutions for Your Retreat

In our March Blog Post, we shared tips to get your cottage ready for summer, specifically focusing on outdoor furniture, fabrics, and materials. Hold onto your sun hats, because in this month’s posts, we are shifting gears to share some of our favorite recommendations when it comes to outfitting your cottage with the perfect rugs, mats, and outdoor lighting solutions.

Read More
Elizabeth Suni Elizabeth Suni

Savouring Summer: Your Guide to Outdoor Dining

The days are getting longer, the evenings warmer, and the idea of eating outside brings about a calming and casual feeling in my house. There's something about the open air that makes it more enjoyable and social. I always look forward to the transition to outdoor dining; time to leave the formal dining habits behind of the darker months, and pretend (just for 20 minutes) that I am on a beautiful hotel patio.

Read More
Elizabeth Suni Elizabeth Suni

Prepping Your Cottage for Summer: Furniture and Fabric

As the days get longer and the promise of warmer weather approaches, it's time to shift our focus to prepping our cottage & outdoor spaces for the summer months. From choosing the right outdoor furniture to considering the best materials for outdoor living, here's a quick guide to ensure your retreat is ready.

Read More

WANT TO WORK TOGETHER?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your own design journey, we’d love to connect. Get in touch to learn how we can work together to create a space that feels uniquely yours.