This wonderful commissioned painting by Canadian artist Nancy Moore is a showstopping piece featured in the Lighthouse45 restaurant at Rawley Resort. An array of vibrant colour and abstract landscape nods to the gorgeous surrounding landscape of the resort property.
Read MoreOn 28th of March - Adriana Mot, the principal of Dochia Interior Design took the stage to accept this year's prestigious award for her innovative home design that embodies the principles of Selftropy wellbeing. The ceremony, hosted as part of the APDC Gala, brought together leading international designers and industry insiders to celebrate excellence in design.
Read MoreA behind the scenes look at one of our latest finishes presentations for an ongoing project. To produce a space with a luxe layered look we’re focusing on rich warms woods and fabrics, patina brass, and natural stone to pull it all together.
Read MoreIncorporating current interior design trends into your space does not mean complete overhaul. To seamlessly integrate trends, consider infusing elements of casual elegance, vibrant colours, mixed textures, bold contrasts, and embracing what you already have.
Read MoreWhen creating a design concept for a condominium it’s important to consider the longevity of the design. Many times this means focusing on a base of neutral finishes that feel timeless.
Read MoreLet's celebrate the awakening of nature, the burst of colors, and the promise of new beginnings. Infuse our lives with positivity and energy, reminding us that like nature, we too can bloom anew!
Read MoreNeurodesign is having a moment these days. Simply put, it’s defined as an approach that seeks to understand the relationship between design and neurology, and how manipulating environments – or in fact any designed object, from packaged goods to advertising – can influence brain function and possibly even slow or prevent cognitive decline…
Read MoreOur restaurant renovation project, Lighthouse 45 an upscale dining experience in the Muskoka area Rawley Resort features multiple dining areas each with their own identity and feel. The piano lounge is a dark and moody space, rich velvet fabrics paired with ambient table lights give off a cozy, intimate vibe ideal to enjoy a glass of wine and the delightful sounds of the live music.
Read MoreIn pursuing healthy longevity, researchers increasingly emphasize the interconnectedness between maintaining optimal energy levels, avoiding excessive relaxation, and sustaining an active lifestyle.
Read MoreMarble is one of those eternal materials that can combine colours like no other. Textures, patterns, and strikes of chisels all form a family of aesthetic sensations that stay quiet in the shade and grow bold in the sun.
Read MoreA backyard fit for entertaining. The layout of this urban oasis provides space for lounging, dining, and relaxing just steps from the back door. If you have the room for an outdoor kitchen, it can be a wonderful addition to a backyard. A sink, barbeque, and fridge with plenty of countertop space create the perfect canvas for your al fresco dining experience.
Read MoreThis story, written by Adriana Mot, reinterprets one of the legend versions of the Balkan folklore. With roots that go back to the Greek Cappadocia of Asia Minor, the tale has many forms that, at first glance, may seem quite different.
Read MoreIt takes a lot of behind the scene steps and planning while working towards a putting together a finished space. For art installation we always start with laying out each piece and verifying placement, height, overall and the overall look on site before hanging each piece.
Read More“Neurodesign is having a moment these days. Simply put, it’s defined as an approach that seeks to understand the relationship between design and neurology, and how manipulating environments – or in fact any designed object, from packaged goods to advertising – can influence brain function and possibly even slow or prevent cognitive decline. Adriana Mot of Dochia Interior Design has been a practicing designer in Toronto for over two decades, and a longtime proponent and student of neurodesign.”
Read MoreArtifacts and treasures collected over time from travelling are one of our favourite pieces to style with, they add personality, history, and sentimentality to any room.
Read MoreNot often enough do we wonder who stands next to us, are they happy, are they sad, will our paths intersect ever again? When travelling, I often observe the tourists around me, lost only for a second in taking the perfect photo while more often than not, I find myself taking the photo that nobody else does.
Read MoreDark colours often scare off clients, they can be overwhelming however when used correctly dark finishes add a vast amount of drama and intrigue.
Read MoreA well-designed space can inspire positive emotions and provide a sense of refuge. Features like a fireplace help to create a sense of comfort and home in a common area to encourage gathering and socialization.
Read MoreEnergy. Longevity is energy. So how do you maintain it, gain it, enhance it, and harvest it to live your best life up until the end? Science has started to prove what we suspected for a long time: slowing down too much is your fast ticket to the grave.
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