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JiLLian's dEsign sEcrEts Harris is expanding her airy aesthetic of white-on-white and introducing saturated splashes of colour. Here, she shares five tips on finding your own style. mix it uP "I like to mix vintage with all sorts of eclectic styles. I like a tad of whimsy in a space and I love to see a person's personality and life experiences shine through in the decor." Harris also likes blending textures: "I love mixing muslins with thick rugs and knits and sequins and sparkles." buiLd LaYErs Start with a blank canvas and build layers within the room. Anchor a room with an area rug, then add larger investment pieces such as sofas and loveseats. Then add in smaller pieces such as side chairs, ottomans and table lamps. gEt coLourFuL "I have had a lot of fun over the years experi- menting with coloured kitchens, using finishes like olive green and royal blue." add artWorK Harris suggests finding something inexpensive yet valuable in a sentimental way to inject polish and personality into your home. Or making a piece from meaningful items. "Frame flies from your great grandpa's fly-fishing collection." accEssoriZE Achieve a luxe look for less with a high-low mix of accessories, such as "steals" from stores such as Home- Sense and Target and "splurges" from boutiques, which act as "the icing" on the cake. "It gives your house that look of timelessness and richness." shE said 32 >> OUR HOUSE Spring 2017 Dominion LenDing CentreS