Interior: Kids' bedroom (Jennifer McLean Interiors)

Jennifer McLean Interiors designed this kids’ bedroom, mirroring the twin beds, artwork, and lamps on each side. The vintage dresser is a family piece and doubles as a night stand. The blue tones complement the warm yellow, tan, and orange tones.

Interior: Pattern wallpapered powder room (Alchemii Design)

Alchemii Design designed this powder room for her client, using a bold black and white colour palette.

One of the main features is the patterned wallpaper from Phillip Jeffries.

She then added black hardware to match the colour palette.

Gold is the accent colour, which highlights the mirror, light, and soap dispenser while adding warmth to the space.

Commercial: Casa Chic

Casa Chic is a furniture and home decor shop in Mississauga, Ontario, specializing in decor styles such as rattan, Bohemian, Scandinavian, and coastal.

Obasan: Organic shredded rubber pillows

I’ve had trouble finding a pillow that’s comfortable for my neck so when Obasan, a Canadian company I’ve been following for a while, offered to send me their organic shredded rubber pillow, I was excited to try it and share my experience so far after sleeping with it for a week:

Filling

The filling is made up of small pieces of organic rubber so I could fluff it and shape the pillow.

I was worried the filling would feel bumpy, but because I added my own pillow protector (on top of the washable pillow cover that’s included), I didn’t feel the filling. 

Firmness

This pillow is soft and has a subtle bounce, which is comfortable for my neck. 

Height

I did find the pillow to be a bit high, but you can customize it by taking out filling as needed. I didn’t because I wanted test it as is and after a couple of nights, I didn’t need to.

I didn’t get any neck pain either, which usually happens with other pillows that are too high.

I did detect a hint of the organic rubber scent, but it did start to fade and I expect it will continue to over time.

Organic certified

Obasan’s products are Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) certified. From what I understand, that means they have to follow a high standard for processing their material that doesn’t use harmful chemicals, ensure safety for workers, and use at least 95% organic materials. 

Overall

My first concern was that I would wake up with neck pain, but I haven’t had any. For reference, I’ve used both memory foam and feather-filled pillows, but one was too firm and the other kept needing to be fluffed. This Obasan pillow is soft with a bit of bounce. I didn’t need to fluff it, but I did punch it down the middle a bit to move the filing to the sides. 

Commercial: Mim Concept

Mim Concept is a modern furniture company founded and based in Toronto. Their pieces are manufactured in one factory in Binh Southern Vietnam.

Each piece has its own story. Founder and designer Anh Ly shares the inspiration and origin behind the new headboard, named Salvatore.

Anh and I have worked together on multiple photoshoots and every time, I learn something new about the process of furniture design. I’m always impressed with her work ethic and grit. If you’re looking for mid-century modern-inspired furniture, check out Mim Concept.

Mattia: Leather White Oak Storage bed

Laya: Quartz Side Table

Laya: Marble Side Table

Boria: Quartz Coffee Table

Andy: Set of two walnut side chairs