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Added to the fact that Toronto is one of the most populous cities in North America, I heard that it is also one of the fastest growing cities in N.A.. Not sure how true that is, but the housing market is very hot, which could account for the large number of designers and decorators. There are design schools, firms, etc. to train and employ designers. Being a big city, ther'es also a lot of money to fuel the design industry. Every new condo building hires a designer/firm to do their models and marketing material. I think HGTV is based in Toronto. Toronto and Montreal have almost nothing in common. The feel is very different, the culture is very different. I love both cities, Montreal has old-world charm and a new-world grit that is very alluring. Toronto feels much larger (because it is) and much more cosmopolitan. People compare the feel of it to New York, I'm not sure I totally agree, but the architecture, climate, those sorts of things, are comparable. Toronto always leaves something to be discovered. I've been living in the city proper for over ten years and every year discover a fun new neighbourhood. Those who don't like it usually came and went only to the Eaton's centre in the core, which isn't very charming. The small old neighbourhoods and little enclaves of century homes are full of charm and character; the sleek new condos are equally beautiful and create an urban culture all on their own. My husband's family is from BC, they definitely agree that Vancouver has a wonderful small-town feel. Niagara Falls is about an hour and a half drive from Toronto, maybe less; not really close to the border, unless you come across the lake from NY. I'll agree that Banff might be the prettiest place on earth, I was only 13 when I went and it has never left me. It's nice that you're interested in our little city, so happy to share my feelings on it :)

It is hard to tell if it is the same table. You will see a better angle of the table if you click on the link:

Thank you! I went and saw everything she did and everything the person she said she was inspired by did. My husband is NOT a DIY person, but he is going to try to put up pre-made paneling from Home Depot. It's not as wide as I had wanted, but I know if it is going to happen I have to make it as easy as possible. Premade V grove paneling was only able to be found in 3" widths and widths that were way to big. I decided to go with the 3" in my small powder room. We are just turning it on its side to run the planks vertically and I am using the entire width so we don't have too much cutting to do. I'll post when we are done unless I get a chance to do so along the way. Paint - I went with Watery by Sherwin Wiliams. I love it. Husband is like "Color -Oh no! What happened to the beige?", but he will get used to it:) It's pretty