--- title: "Your Story by Design — Interior Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/your-story-by-design-pfvwus-pf~562212619 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~562212619.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Your Story by Design" category: ["Interior Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/758368a800b8307e_1743-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Grimsby, Ontario L3M 3B1, Canada" phone: "(905) 484-0279" website: http://www.yourstorybydesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 11 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 105 last_updated: 2026-08-26 --- # Your Story by Design Original Houzz profile: [Your Story by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/your-story-by-design-pfvwus-pf~562212619) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Decorators - **Location:** Grimsby, ON - **Serves:** Alderwood, Burlington, Clarkson, Cooksville, Erindale, Hornby, Hornby Station, Long Branch, Markham, Milton, Mimico, Mississauga, Mississauga Valley, Newmarket, Oakville, Port Credit, Sheridan Park, Sherwood Forrest, Streetsville, Uxbridge, Vista Heights, Woodbridge - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (11 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves I am Livia Drennan, and I create spaces that are timeless and infused with playful elements. My passion is to design rooms and homes that reflect my clients' way of life and to infuse in each space something unexpected, either in size, colour, or placement. Beauty and elegance attract me, yet practicality is the layer behind, a layer you don’t see, but always feel. The goal is for my clients to feel at home and be happier when I finish. Only then, my job is done! ### Services Provided - 3D Rendering - Art Selection - Basement Design - Bathroom Design - Bedroom Design - Closet Design - Color Consulting - Colour Consultation - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Pantries - Dining Room Design - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Furniture Selection - Holiday Decorating - Home Office Design - Home Staging - House Plans - Interior Design - Kids Bedroom Design - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Laundry Room Design - Living Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Playroom Design - Remodeling - Space Planning ### Areas Served - Alderwood - Burlington - Clarkson - Cooksville - Erindale - Hornby - Hornby Station - Long Branch - Markham - Milton - Mimico - Mississauga - Mississauga Valley - Newmarket - Oakville - Port Credit - Sheridan Park - Sherwood Forrest - Streetsville - Uxbridge - Vista Heights - Woodbridge ### Typical Job Cost CAD 1,000 - CAD 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Your Story by Design | | Address | Grimsby, Ontario L3M 3B1, Canada | | Phone | (905) 484-0279 | | Website | http://www.yourstorybydesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 105 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/yourstorybydesign ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Your Story by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/your-story-by-design-pfvwus-pf~562212619) - **Website:** http://www.yourstorybydesign.com - **Phone:** (905) 484-0279 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Interior Design Institute Diploma, True Colour Expert™ (trained by Maria Killam), Home Styling and Staging Certificate, Professional Engineer registered in Ontario - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 11 reviews** ### All 11 reviews **★★★★★ — Anna-Maria K, Nov. 2019** > Livia was great. She really took the time to understand our need, and helped us update our home. Her attention to detail was phenomenal. She did an amazing job blending the old and new furniture and decor. She provided consultation for colour, colour coordination, furniture arrangement, décor as well as bathroom update. We would definitely recommend Livia. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you Anna-Maria. It was a pleasure to work with you and your family. I am grateful for the trust you had in me and for your recommendation. **★★★★★ — Arjumand Saleri, Dec. 2018** > We hired Livia as we decided to renovate our house. This was our first big renovation. We had no experience of renovations. I usually do a lot of research on anything so we figured early on that we needed a designer to avoid any costly mistakes. I’m not good with colours and didn’t want to end up with something we hated after spending time and money. > We are so happy we chose Livia to help us. We did entire second floor renovations. Livia helped us choose the tiles for the floor, hardwood, all bath fixtures, bedroom furniture and light fixtures. She also helped us choose the wall paint colors. It was so much fun shopping with her too. She would always guide us and steer us away from bad choices. She would always give reasons and explain why certain choices wouldn’t work. Which made so much sense. > It all turned out so fabulous ! We love our new space and very satisfied with Livia. She is very patient and punctual. She’s very passionate about her work and very professional! We would definitely recommend her to our friends and family. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Hi Arjumand. Such a nice and heartfelt review. Thank you for your kind words. It was indeed a pleasure to shop together. You knew what you wanted, so it was easy to choose for you and also to let you know what it doesnt work. I am glad that you kept your vision and you are happy with the final space. **★★★★★ — Shirley Wood, Dec. 2017** > Having worked with Livia on another project just recently I knew she was professional, knowledgeable, on time and met deadlines. My project was a remodel of my basement. She first came & made suggestions which we agreed with. A 3D blueprint was sent to us showing our plan & measurements. This 3D was very helpful as we could see what our project would look like when finished. We were very happy with Livia's work ethic and the look of our project. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you so much Shirley for your review. It was with a great pleasure that I helped you and your family achieve a well organized basement and laundry design. I am looking forward to the next phase. > Regards, > Livia Drennan **★★★★★ — Kathy McKenna, Dec. 2017** > I've been waiting a long time to make improvements to my home. I'd been thinking about a getting a designer for even longer. Livia Drennan of Story by Design was recommended to me by another client. I am so happy I hired her. > > Livia used a 3D modeling tool to show me her vision for my living room layout that I then could execute on - with her help of course!. She helped me pick lovely colors for my living room. She also came with me to pick out the furniture I needed and narrowed down the fabric choices to help me make a decision.. > > She helped me pick out curtains for several rooms and did all the coordination for me with the company who would hand make them. > > Home decorating is just not my passion. Making decisions on what to do and where to go can be overwhelming for me,. But with Livia, it was made easy. This review is also a big Thank You to her for all she did for me. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you Kathy for your review. It is the best feeling when, while doing what I love, I can bring a positive change to family homes like yours, and to receive such wonderful reviews! Looking forward to the next phase of the project! **★★★★★ — MCD, Aug. 2016** > Hiring Livia was the best decision I made while doing my reno. The Best Value by far. > I first contacted Livia because of her expertise in color. Our priority was for Livia to choose a color that would make our basement cozy and warm and match our new floor, furniture, etc.. We also wanted to change the colors in all the rooms throughout the entire house. We all agree in my family that she was right on with her choices for all the rooms. Not an easy task. She delivered on color (why we hired her) but she also gave us so many practical designer tips that made a huge difference. I kept calling her back for one more hour of consultation! Livia is all about big impact - great value. The icing on the cake is her attitude. You feel you're with a friend. She cares. It's her passion. It really shows. I will tell everyone about LIvia because I feel she made my reno a success and ....at a very affordable price. Thank you Livia and you know that I will keep calling for one more great advice! **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for such a lovely review Marie-Claude. I am happy I met your expectations, and so looking forward to help you again. **★★★★★ — Jordene Lyttle, Nov. 2015** > Livia has been instrumental in helping me to redecorate a very small and challenging main floor powder-room in my home. She expertly diagnosed the perfect colour scheme for my existing floor tiles, cabinetry and counter top - and guided me to finding a fabulous wall covering. She is patient and passionate about her work. I would highly recommend her. Her timeless taste and style was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you, Livia! **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for your kind words Jordene! It was a pleasure working with you, and I am happy the powder room will be enjoyed by your family and guests for years to come. **★★★★★ — alcri, Nov. 2014** > Livia has helped us in choosing kitchen cabinets and paint colours for the kitchen and family room. We were constraints by the floor tiles that contrasted with the granite countertop which we wanted to keep. We could absolutely not see how these colours could be brought together, but Livia made it work! We were skeptical and even resistant at first, but we went with her recommendations and we are now so grateful we did! Even the ugly floor titles now work with the rest of the room and do not seem such an eye-sore any more. We were then educated by Livia about the rules of picture hanging and with her help, we created eye-catching displays of art around the house. We will be definitely working with Livia again, focusing on other rooms in our house. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for your kind review Alex. It was a tough situation, but we pulled it together! Thank you for trusting me. **★★★★★ — dobrea, July 2014** > Anyone who has undertaken a home renovation project has stories about problems and frustrations. In my case, Livia Drennan helped me to navigate trough all the interior design issues (choosing the flooring for the whole house; paint colours; kitchen design; art display; choosing the lighting; room re-design; home stores) to get the best for my house. She suggested the proper design for the counter top and backsplash that makes my kitchen looks right and fit together. Then, she gave me great advise regarding paint colours for which I receive many compliments when I have guests over. She really has an expert's touch! I would definitely ask for her help again and I would recommend her to others. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for your comment. I am happy that I could help, easing the stress through such a major renovation project. **★★★★★ — poprat, March 2014** > I have consalted Livia in choosing the wall colors for a number of rooms in our new home. > Originally, I've ventured into repainting the entire house and picking all the colors on my own. Soon, I felt overwhelmed with all the colour choices and my own visions for each room. Then I contacted Livia. She helped me decide on a perfect colour for each room. Livia made her suggestions and explained reasoning for each of her choices. I did not feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the selections any more. > Furthermore, Livia provided her feedback on some of my furniture pieces, lighting and future living room purchases. She helped me turn my own vision into one timeless and classy, yet warm and inviting living room. I highly recommend Livia. Her sense of style is fabulous and her approach is both professional and friendly. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for your review. I enjoyed working with you, and I am happy to hear that the end result matches your vision. **★★★★★ — Claudette, Nov. 2013** > From helping me choose the perfect wallpaper for my daughter's accent wall that wasn't too childish-yet not too grown up- to expertly helping me choose the perfect fabric with which to upholster my antique couch, Livia is a master of it all. Hands down, THE BEST! Thank you Livia! **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you Claudette for your review. It is a pleasure to help you bring you, and your family vision to life in your home! **★★★★★ — irinabenedict, Aug. 2013** > Livia consulted us, and helped us with sourcing items and with their installation for our new offices. We were very pleased with the results and we received many compliments on how peaceful and elegant the space feels. > Livia is easy to work with. She has many good ideas that enhances any space small or big. I highly recommend her work to anyone that would like to beautify their space within a planned budget. **Comment from Your Story by Design:** > Thank you for your kind words Irina. It was a pleasure working with you and your husband. Looking forward to the next stage of the project. ## Selected projects - [Project Lynnvalley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-lynnvalley-pj-vj~5651584) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: The project consists in re-designing from the grownd up the master bedroom and the ensuite bathroom, as well as a guest bathroom (Jack & Jill type with access from two guest bedrooms). Custom furniture, custom wall unit, custom drapery, crown molding, and custom wall trim transforms this bedroom in a luxurious retreat. Soft background is punctuated by colour (the client's favourite blues and greens). The custom wall unit provides lots of storage, an elegant vanity table, dressers and a bench. Th… - [Project Howell](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-howell-pj-vj~294045) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 16 - Description: Addition of a sunroom to open up the space and create a larger family room/dining room combo. Dining room changed into a piano room/sitting room combination. - [Home Office Howell Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-office-howell-residence-pj-vj~2765778) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 9 - Description: This masculine office is open to the rest of the main floor of the house. The natural, almost rough wood wall unit and the walnut live edge desk ground the space, while the crystal chandelier and glass coffee table balance them, creating an ying-yang atmosfere. The window treatment is designed with the same ying-yang in mind: masculine colour, but feminine design. The circles are repeated in the crystal chandelier and coffee table. - [Oakville, Happy Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oakville-happy-office-pj-vj~456779) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: A home office/studio employing happy colours. The strong yellow is tamed by lots of white, gold and juzstaposed with black. - [Guest Bedroom Sanctuary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/guest-bedroom-sanctuary-pj-vj~2181701) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 8 - Description: Blue reads like a neutral in this luxurious guest bedroom retreat. To achieve this, I used tone-on-tone blue for the walls, crown molding, trim and curtains. At night, you feel embraced by the entire room. Luxury achieved by a comfortable bed and linens, elegant lamps, mirrored night tables. White elements make the room feel alive during daytime, and black is used sparsely as accent. - [Luxury and Serenity in a Master Bathroom Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxury-and-serenity-in-a-master-bathroom-retreat-pj-vj~1645654) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Sweet Blue Powder Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sweet-blue-powder-room-pj-vj~1564743) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 8 - Description: This powder room with a coastal theme features a soft blue grey, wainscoting, stunning pendants, a statement mirror, all accentuated by the Farrow & Ball wallpaper. - [Master Bedroom Retreat in Oakville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bedroom-retreat-in-oakville-pj-vj~2765865) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 10 - Description: Molding panels painted lighter than the colour of the wall. Contemporary night tables mixed with traditional style bed. The persian rug brings elegance and colour to this otherwise monochromatic space. Velvet curtains are a must for a cozy bedroom. - [Small Powder Room with a WOW!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-powder-room-with-a-wow-pj-vj~1484578) - Location: Oakville, ON - Photos: 3 - [Lady's Cave - Laundry Room in the Basement - IKEA ALGOT System](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lady-s-cave-laundry-room-in-the-basement-ikea-algot-system-pj-vj~1179264) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Pretty Laundry Room in the basement. Put together with ALGOT systems by IKEA. Walls painted in Sea Salt by Sherwin Williams. [See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-decorators/your-story-by-design-pfvwus-pf~562212619) ## Ideabooks - [Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39950168/list/stairs) — 12 ideas - [Closet Organization](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102115913/list/closet-organization) — 4 ideas - [Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24008196/list/fireplace) — 14 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/livia-drennan) ## Community Q&A **Q: River Rock Wall** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please provide the product information used on the shower wall? TIA A: Similar to this. **Q: Can you please tell us the color of the vanity?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you A: Hello. The colour of the cabinet is Gentleman’s Grey BM. Good luck with your project! **Q: Can I use your image on my blog page? Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)* Can I use your image on my blog page? Thanks A: Hello, You can use the picture for your blogpost as long as you give me credit with a link to my website www.liviadrennan.com Can you please also send me a link to your blog . Thank you. **Q: Подскажите пожалуйста квадратуру данной комнаты?** *(in Photo Questions)* Подскажите пожалуйста квадратуру данной комнаты? A: Hello. The length of this closet is 8 feet and the width is 7 feet. Thank you and good luck with your project. **Q: Beautiful closet** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you get the mirror? Thank you. A: Hello, thank you for your question. This mirror was purchased from an interior design boutique store several years ago. They are not in business anymore, but I am sure places like furniture or bathroom stores would have something similar. Good luck with your project. **Q: What is that wall color? I apologize if it has been answered already.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Cynthia. The wall colour is Titanium, by Benjamin Moore. Please taste the olour in your room to make sure the undertones coordinate well together. Good luck with your project! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-26.*