{"id":6342,"date":"2017-12-01T12:03:28","date_gmt":"2017-12-01T12:03:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/karry.ca\/blog\/top-5-karry-blogs-2017\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T04:53:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T04:53:33","slug":"top-5-karry-blogs-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karry.ca\/blog\/top-5-karry-blogs-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"TOP 5 KARRY BLOGS OF 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” video=””][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_separator type=”normal”][vc_column_text]Browse through our blogs to see the rest of 2017\u2019s best entries.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_btn title=”Get Started” shape=”square” color=”white” css=”” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fkarry.ca%2Fcontact%2F” el_class=”blog-left-side-btn”][vc_separator type=”normal”][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]We\u2019ve had a great time delving into the biggest design trends, tips and inspiration for the last 12 months. So much fun, in fact, that we\u2019re taking another look before we take on 2018. Take another look through some of our favourite blogs from 2017.<\/p>\n

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  1. Classic, Can\u2019t Go Wrong Colour Schemes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Paint and d\u00e9cor can make or break a room, so choosing the perfect colour scheme is an important decision. In this blog, we\u2019ve outlined some of the classics to choose from.<\/p>\n

    https:\/\/karry.ca\/classic-cant-go-wrong-colour-schemes\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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    1. Going Green: Environment, Energy and Money Saving Renovations<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Environmentally conscious renovations are the route for saving money long term. There\u2019s green options for every aspect of the renovation process, and we\u2019ve outlined a few here.<\/p>\n

      https:\/\/karry.ca\/going-green-environment-energy-money-saving-renovations\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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      1. 5th<\/sup> Wall: Make Your Ceiling Pop<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        There\u2019s so much talk about getting the walls, floors, counters and d\u00e9cor right, that the ceiling gets ignored. These ideas for highlighting your ceiling space will make your reno the talk of the town.<\/p>\n

        https:\/\/karry.ca\/fifth-wall-make-ceiling-pop-like-pro\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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        1. Dining Rooms: How to Save Space and Add Seating<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          Big or small, dining rooms are an important part of the home. If your dining room is more on the small side, saving on space and adding seating are key elements to consider. Try these ideas!<\/p>\n

          https:\/\/karry.ca\/adding-dining-room-seating-maximizing-space\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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          1. How to Fake Open Concept on a Small Budget<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Everyone\u2019s into open concept right now, but not everyone can afford the structural work it requires to make it happen. Have no fear! There\u2019s ways to trick the eye and create the illusion of open concept without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n

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            Highlighting High Ceilings<\/a><\/p>\n

            5 Things You Never Thought to Add to Your Walls<\/a><\/p>\n

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