--- title: "Cynthia Taylor-Luce — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/cynthia-taylor-luce-pfvwus-pf~310474122 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~310474122.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Cynthia Taylor-Luce" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1b63771c0b744019_9785-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2134 Winding Way, Burlington, Ontario L7M 2X9, Canada" latitude: 43.3863 longitude: -79.7984 phone: "(905) 336-7366" website: http://www.ctaylor-luce.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 481 last_updated: 2026-11-09 --- # Cynthia Taylor-Luce Original Houzz profile: [Cynthia Taylor-Luce](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/cynthia-taylor-luce-pfvwus-pf~310474122) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Burlington, ON - **Serves:** Burlington, Carlisle, Hamilton, Hornby Station, Milton, Mississauga, Oakville, Sheridan Park, Waterdown - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves People hire Cynthia when they need to make decisions, whether it's for furnishing one room or handling a full renovation. She's worked with homeowners on their own residences as well as investors renovating and reselling properties. With world-wide trends developing constantly, clients appreciate her guidance which is based on attending international design shows and constant touch with suppliers. Every client's project is an original, executed in a unique way, reflecting special colours, materials and designs which she never repeats. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Color Consulting - Kids Bedroom Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Nursery Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Closet Design - Universal Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Custom Entertainment Centers - Sustainable Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Holiday Decorating - Decluttering - Kitchen Remodeling - art and art installation ### Areas Served - Burlington - Carlisle - Hamilton - Hornby Station - Milton - Mississauga - Oakville - Sheridan Park - Waterdown ### Typical Job Cost $3,000 - 200,000+ ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Cynthia Taylor-Luce | | Address | 2134 Winding Way, Burlington, Ontario L7M 2X9, Canada | | Phone | (905) 336-7366 | | Website | http://www.ctaylor-luce.com | | Followers on Houzz | 481 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Cynthia Taylor-Luce](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/cynthia-taylor-luce-pfvwus-pf~310474122) - **Website:** http://www.ctaylor-luce.com - **Phone:** (905) 336-7366 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Board of Directors of CDECA (Canadian Decorators' Association) 2006-2008. Houzz Customer Service awards 2014, 2016. Guru of the Year 2015, 2016. Her photos on Houzz have been downloaded over 10,000 times. - Member, SOFA (www.visitsofa.com) and Affiliate of TDC (www.thedecoratingcentre.ca). - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Liz Hendo, Aug. 2019** > Cynthia helped us with advice on lighting for a tiny ensuite. We live in Australia and she's in Canada. But this didn't stop her providing excellent ideas and practical tips based on her obviously wide experience and our very specific needs. Her communication via email was thorough and her attention to detail was fantastic. She thought of things we never would have - beyond the lighting that we initially spoke to her about. Like an interesting paint colour for the walls instead of ordinary white, and she emailed us brands, colour names and swatches to think about. She even found a local supplier in Australia for a special anti-skid coating for our floor tiles. I highly recommend Cynthia for any renovation project - wherever you live! **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Thank you so much, Liz, for your review. I'm so glad that I could be helpful in answering your questions and giving you things to think about as you go about your renovation. I always like to think in terms of the whole project, and what could make it even better. You may never be renovating this particular room again, so it's important that you get exactly the result you hoped for. It was so enjoyable corresponding with you that I wish you had a larger project and we could keep going on, room after room! Do keep me in mind for the future! You're my first Australian client, and it took a little bit of research on both our parts to figure out how to make this happen, but your wire transfer to my Canadian bank arrived quickly with no problems. I very much appreciate your bringing it to public attention that e-design can be a valuable service for people world-wide. **★★★★★ — zzmac, April 2019** > Cynthia Taylor-Luce helped us with remodeling advice for a bathroom in our house. She helped us with lighting choices and colours and the bathroom turned out fantastic. Cynthia is skilled in her work, professional and I would highly recommend her. **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Thank you so much for offering to post a review here. I'm very glad I was able to help you out and that your results are so positive. **★★★★★ — Kelley Robertson, Feb. 2016** > I hired Cynthia more than a decade ago for two small projects and this past December, I started a new chapter of my life and moved into a smaller apartment. I hated the "builder's beige" so I contacted her again. Our initial conversation morphed from a colour consultation to several interior design ideas and a somewhat larger project. > > Cynthia made the entire process easy for me. After her paint and colour consultation, she came back with ideas for lighting, drapes and artwork. Everything she suggested was perfect for my individual tastes. > > After we agreed on these details, she took care of everything. Ordering the items, arranging delivery and coordinating with installers to make sure everything got done properly. She kept in constant communication and the people she used were all top-notch professionals. > > The only criticism I had was budget-creep. I had established an initial budget for painting and decorating but it was quickly surpassed. I spent more than I had intended; however, I am VERY satisfied with the end result because my apartment was transformed from a nice living space to one the looks and feels amazing. **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Thanks for your review Kelley. Yours was the quickest project of its kind that I've ever done! Considering that it took less than two months from initial consultation through to final installation, and that the job included custom lighting and made-to-measure draperies and everything else was special ordered for you, it made for rather a whirlwind transformation! I'm very glad you are happy with the results. I should clarify that my flat rate fee was never added to, but the 'budget creep' you refer to was based on me showing you beautiful things for your consideration. I know it's hard to say no to things when you can see how great they will be in your place. That's why I often will show my clients wonderful additions to their space which can be on a "wish list" for later. One client of mine in Brooklyn New York arranged for his mother to buy him a lamp for his birthday! It was on his wish list because he'd reached his maximum budget at the time. > Kelley, it was great fun working with you because of your receptivity to my ideas and your enthusiasm for the results. I appreciate you taking the time to post such nice comments on my services. Best wishes. Cynthia **★★★★★ — Walls Alive Painting, Jan. 2016** > Cynthia has a natural ability to redefine homes with colours that reflect her clients personality. We have been fortunate to work with Cynthia from concept to completion on a few painting projects now for her clients and the net result is a distinctive colour story for each of her elated clients. We loo forward to a continued working relationship with her again this year . > Paul Likuski > Owner of Walls Alive Painting **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Thank you Paul. I appreciate your words, and I feel fortunate that your company has been able to make my ideas come to life. I love colour and how much it can change a space from cold and impersonal to warm and welcoming. I've always had a good instinct for colour but I've also benefitted greatly from Maria Killam's True Colour Expert course which explains the science of undertones. I love C2 Paint, especially the new Barry Dixon colours which I specified on the project you are referring to. I'll definitely be calling you for any upcoming painting this year. **★★★★★ — erinjdavidson, Oct. 2013** > We heard about Cynthia through another couple who had worked with her in the past. We started out just asking her for advice and where we could find a particular light-fixture that we wanted for our dining room. Cynthia was quick and efficient in responding to our (many) emails. She made some lighting store suggestions but she also sent photos of the fixture we ended up purchasing. > > Cynthia made working with a professional designer a very positive experience. Her hard work, keen design eye and patience were much appreciated it. Cynthia seemed to really understand our style and what 'look' we were after. > > We get so many compliments on our chandelier, and even though we have only had it up a few weeks, it seems as though it was meant to be there all along! > > Cynthia also recommended an electrician to help us hang this piece and that was such a positive experience too. We would recommend Cynthia to anyone, regardless of age or style-preference. **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Many thanks for your testimonial. I am very glad that you decided to purchase that rather daring modern chandelier for your dining room. It shows that you are a stylish young couple who want your room to show your own personality. My job would be pretty boring if everyone wanted the same style! I hope you enjoy the fixture for many years to come. > > I am also very glad that I have a number of excellent tradespeople I can recommend to my clients. This electrician has become very popular among my clients because of her very winning personality. > > As my business thrives through personal referrals, I would be very grateful to you if you can pass along my contact details to others. I'm on Twitter now and have even started a blog :) Thanks again, Erin. **★★★★★ — Ninja Betic, July 2012** > Excellent and professional people skills, really "got" my desired style what I was trying to accomplish and led me through it piece by piece, gently telling me when what i chose would not work, and WHY, and then offered reasonalbe alternatives. > > Solid design knowledge and extensive experience, coupled with a real knack for communication with her clients make CTL the paradigm of Design, in my opinion. **Comment from Cynthia Taylor-Luce:** > Thank you so much for your kind words. It was very thoughtful of you to post this review on houzz for me. As a lady who knows what she wants, and also what she DOESN'T want, you have been a delight to work with! I would be honoured if you would continue to keep in touch and let me be involved with your future plans for your decor. Best wishes for the future. > > Cynthia > ctaylorluce@cogeco.ca > www.ctaylor-luce.com ## Selected projects - [Commercial and Residential Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/commercial-and-residential-project-pj-vj~57994) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Beard family](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beard-family-pj-vj~3211) - Location: Mississauga, ON - Photos: 3 - Description: A dark room with two small windows, mostly used at night for tv viewing. I decided to embrace darkness and painted walls purple. Artwork and furniture is colourful and stands out well against dark background. Very comfortable and inviting room, and the clients love it. - [MR condo III](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mr-condo-iii-pj-vj~3212) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 30 - Description: This is the third project with this client and shows his current home, a large two-bedroom condominium looking directly out onto Lake Ontario and the harbour at Bronte. - [MR condo II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mr-condo-ii-pj-vj~3320) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 17 - Description: This client started working with me in 2007, making a complete fresh start in a new home. He moved in 2008 and I adapted and added to the furnishings. In 2009 he moved a third time. This project is the second move--a three-bedroom three-storey condo looking out onto a wooded ravine. - [MR condo I](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mr-condo-i-pj-vj~3321) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 20 - Description: The client was starting over on his own, and wanted me to completely renovate and furnish a three-storey three-bedroom townhouse overlooking a wooded ravine. Virtually every piece of furniture was newly purchased, many of them custom designed. [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/cynthia-taylor-luce-pfvwus-pf~310474122) ## Community Q&A **Q: feature wall color** *(in Design Dilemma)* We have a large two-story feature wall and are looking for opinons on color! The walls are white with a cedar ceiling in a West Coast modern style home. All the floors are white oak . There is a large fireplace adjacent which is in charcoal/brown tones. Interested in peoples suggestions ! A: Are you considering painting that textured material on the wall by the stairs? I would not recommend it. I don't know how paint is going to cover/react with that texture and I believe it's an architectural feature. If you feel like it must be painted, I recommend hiring a professional who can advise you in person, as to what result you might expect, and the formula to use, and to use a professional spraying apparatus rather than a brush or roller. I see that there's a wall light mounted in the middle--I like the idea of using that to highlight the texture, but honestly I would never recommend adding paint to this wall. **Q: Opinions for backsplash please** *(in Design Dilemma)* Narrowed it down between a 4x12 white, or 3x12 potters gray........ What do you think? Grout color? Thx!!! A: Definitely the white. It's clean, timeless, and will not interfere with any future decorating colour scheme elsewhere in your kitchen or house. Also the best for resale, if that is a consideration. **Q: Master Bath & Closet Design Help!!** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hi All, We are in the process of closing on our first home, a 1920s house. We plan to do a master bath renovation before we move in but are a little stuck given the quirky layout of the space. The layout is quirky for 2 reasons: 1\. There is a dormer on each side, one where there is a shower, and one where there is a strangely deep window bench. 2\. The footprint is decently sized but the ceilings are very slanted due to the roofline, making much of the space unworkable. Here is the existing layout and one of the designs the architect gave us. I still feel like there's a better layout... but I'm not sure what that is! We really want a double vanity and a larger shower than the existing one. Any brilliant ideas? The second one also has an idea for a closet design, which doesn't seem to gain much space at all... Thanks! A: Karenseb, great ideas there. KM V, you could draw up your room to scale and play with furniture cut outs to experiment with the arrangement you like best. Note that if you have a window in the closet, you'll want to be able to cover it with a black-out shade of some sort so your clothes won't fade. **Q: Please share your favorite coffee table, art & design books** *(in Home Decorating)* I love Miles Redd Big Book of Chic Tom Ford Anything by Slim Arons A: Without knowing your personal taste, I can't recommend something that I know you'd like. Do you have a public library you can access? Their decorating section should offer lots of choice for you to narrow down your preferences. I have literally hundreds of design books, and I subscribe to a couple of magazines, but mostly I use the internet these days. Check out designers on Instagram and follow the ones you like there, for instance. Or am I looking at this all wrong, and you are looking for actual books to display on your coffee table? **Q: size of mirrors for double vanity area** *(in Design Dilemma)* My vanity area is 94 inches long. The sinks are 10 inches from the wall and 42 inches apart. My ceiling height is 9 feet. I have found round mirrors that I like that are 36 inches in size. Would they be too big for my area and if they are what size would be good. I prefer round mirrors but am open to suggestions. A: If there's room to centre the mirrors on both sinks then you're ok. I don't know how wide the sinks are. Measure from the centre ( drain) on the sink to the wall and see if it's more than 18" (half of 36"). To see what this is going to look like, get some graph paper and draw it to scale. You might find that a vertically oriented rectangle is the most practical size for your bathroom. If you are looking for something unusual, get a rectangular mirror (vertically oriented) that has an arched top. **Q: WINDOW TREATMENT** *(in Design Dilemma)* i HAVE A YELLOW SOFA WITH PALE YELLOW WALLS AND WANT TO ADD ADDITIONAL COLOR A: Pick any colour you like because yellow goes with just about everything. Then you'll need to narrow down the exact tone/shade of the accent colour so it works with the particular tones of your furniture and paint. For example, blue is an excellent contrast to yellow. A strong turquoise would be beautiful, or a cobalt blue. Put colours into the search terms on Houzz and see how other people have incorporated yellow and other colours into their interiors. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-09.*