Press: Award-winning Haliburton interior design firms shares information and tips
A feature on ACM Designs in Haliburton Highlands Real Estate magazine
Our best ‘before and after’ renovations
Take a look at three dramatic renovation projects we recently completed. You won’t believe the before and after photos!
Top home design trends for 2019/20
Beyond the latest materials and colours for your home are emerging design trends focused on innovative technology, accessible design, and sustainability. Here are the trends we think are noteworthy.
ACM recognized with two national design awards
The ACM Designs team brought home two awards from the national competition run by the Decorators & Designers Association of Canada.
ACM Designs holds first-ever studio sale
Don’t miss our massive studio sale. This is a rare opportunity to nab designer furnishings at really low prices.
Press: Tackling a Cottage Renovation
As seen in Sun Homes And Decor: Here are the big considerations when buying or renovating a cottage.
Wellness, connectivity, sustainability—and Katie!—shine at KBIS
Here’s what caught our eye at the 2019 Kitchen & Bath show in Las Vegas, plus Katie is presented with the 30 Under 30 award.
The Big Reveal: The #HelluvaHut Ice Fishing Hut Makeover Winner
Our 2019 ice fishing hut makeover contest has come to a close. Take a look at the reveal photos here.
Press: Aging In Place Renos Consider Future Needs
As seen in Sun Homes And Decor: A feature of a “universal bathroom” we designed for a Halliburton family.
10 Secrets for Decorating a Small Space
Decorating a small space can be tricky, but we have 10 tricks for making tight spaces spectacular!
Press: Helluva Hut Contest Returns for Another Year
Local Haliburton design business, ACM Designs returns in 2019 with the #helluvahut contest after great popularity last year!
HelluvaHut Contest Launches December 10th
Yup, we’re doing it again: HelluvaHut opens December 10th, so get your hut photos ready to submit. The event is pretty top secret right now, but here are the details we can share:
2019 Decor Ideas From North America’s Largest Furniture Show
We’ve been on the road again. Here’s a highlight reel of our favourites from the largest furniture show in North America, High Point Market.
The Hottest 2019 Decor Trends from Paris
In September the entire ACM Designs team traveled to Paris for one of the most important design shows of the year. Here’s a photo blog of the most eye-catching decor trends and items we saw.
ACM Designs Wins Members’ Choice in Community Futures Award
We are thrilled to say that we just won the “Members’ Choice” provincial award from Community Futures. What an honour.
Katie Golec Named On NKBA’s Top 30 Under 30 List
We’re BEYOND proud to announce that Katie has been picked by the National Kitchen & Bath Association for the prestigious 30 Under 30 list.
Decor Tips for Your Dock Oasis
Spending long summer days on your dock? Here’s some decor inspiration to help you take your dock to the next level of style and comfort.
Andria Nominated for ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’
Holy smokes, Haliburton: two local businesses are up for a big provincial business award and we are one of them! Read about the awards and please vote by August 10th!
ACM Designs Named Cambria Premier Dealer for Haliburton & the Muskokas
Big news: we’ve earned the Cambria “Premier Dealer” title! We’re so proud to be the premier dealer for Haliburton and Muskoka.
Press: ACM Designer Earns National Recognition
Katie Golec, junior designer with ACM Designs earned national recognition and an award from the Decorators and Designers Association of Canada.
Press: Katie Golec From ACM Designs Wins Award
Katie Golec, junior designer with ACM Designs earned national recognition and an award from the Decorators and Designers Association of Canada.
What You Need to Know About AODA Compliance & Your Business
To bring your commercial space into Ontario’s disability act compliance, you’ll likely need to make a few changes to your space. Here’s what you need to know about AODA compliance.
Katie Golec’s Rising Star
Designer Katie Golec took home prestigious design award in spring 2018. She won silver for her work on a Haliburton cottage redesign.
Apr 13 | Universal Design Training feat. Kohler
ACM Designs runs a Universal Design training session for Canadian designers featuring Kohler.
Press: Transitional design is on trend in Haliburton
As seen in Halliburton Life: The growing popularity of transitional design in Haliburton homes & cottage.
Travels in Search of the Best Appliances & Furnishings
We’re always on the lookout for great appliances, home tech, and furnishings—and sometimes we have to travel to find them. Here’s a look at our recent travels, and all the things we’ve been learning that will inform how we design for clients.
May 25 | Universal Design & the Age Explorer Suit
To bring your commercial space into Ontario’s disability act compliance, you’ll likely need to make a few changes to your space. Here’s what you need to know about AODA compliance.
Press: Ice Fishing Hut Revealed at Hardwater Festival
First look at the make over of Tom McAlister’s ice fishing hut during the 2nd Annual Hardwater Festival. McAlister won the $4500 prize package that included design work by ACM Designs. The contest was also sponsored by the local firm and prizes were offered by other local businesses.
May 11 | Universal Design & Luxury Kitchen Specification
This educational unit has been designed to educate architects, designers, contractors, and installers about specifying luxury kitchens for Aging in Place.
The 2018 #HelluvaHut Ice Fishing Hut Makeover Winner
Our 2018 ice fishing hut makeover contest has come to a close. Take a look at the reveal photos here.
Press: ACM Designs joins Hardwater Festival with #Helluva hut makeover
ACM Designs joins the Hardwater Festival in the municipality of Dysert et al. in Haliburton County. ACM Designs has sponsored the #Helluvahut Ice Hut Makeover Contest with the winning ice fishing hut recieving a makeover and additional prizes donated by local businesses worth $4500.
Press: ACM Designs opens new expanded studio
ACM Designs founder and Principal Designer, Andria Cowan Molyneaux shares their new 1,000 sq foot space on County Road 21. The new location fulfills ACM’s objectives of having a space that is accessible to all clients regardless of any physical limitations. The new location also provides increased local visibility for the award winning design company.
Holiday Decorating Ideas: The 12 Days of Décor
‘Tis the season for visits from family and friends so don’t forget to deck your halls. To inspire you, here are 12 of our favourite things
Man Cave Design Must-Haves
Forget sloppy sofas and sports on an enormous flat-screen, man caves have moved to a new level, and these are three absolute must-haves
A Decorator’s Advice on Choosing Kitchen & Bath Countertops
Few other surfaces elevate the look of a room as much as a countertop, which is why many realtors and professional designers consider a good countertop to be a wise investment. Here’s advice from an award-winning kitchen designer on choosing your countertop.
Rethinking Fabric: Bring Outdoor Fabric Inside
Many clients are surprised to discover we often choose “outdoor” fabric for interior use. Here’s why and how we use it in our design work.
The Secrets Behind Eye-Catching Cottage Rental Photography
Long before renters step foot on your property, they’ll check out your property online. Compelling photography and online profiles will factor into winning someone’s business—or not. Here are five secrets to capturing outstanding images of your cottage rental.
Is Hiring an Interior Decorator for Your Renovation Worth It?
Many people planning their first renovation wonder if they can get away without hiring a professional interior decorator. Renovations are costly. But mistakes that prolong the construction period or increase the scope of work make renos even more expensive. Ask people who have hired a decorator for their past projects and you’ll learn they are worth every penny.
3 Design Tricks to Boost Your Business
Interior design is a powerful tool for businesses that have customers visit their premises. Dated, worn and damaged spaces create negative perceptions of quality, care and currency in the minds of customers. For businesses that care about branding, interior design is an extension of marketing that will make a major impact.
Save Time and Hassle Finding Renters for Your Cottage with These Tips
There is a simple solution for attracting better inquiries for your cottage rental and booking up faster: professional photos and A+ reviews.
Press: ACM Designs partners with The Newcastle
ACM Designs partners with Greystone Construction and Trophy Property Corp. on The Newcastle condominium building in Minden.
Press: ACM Designs awarded “The New Business Award”
ACM Designs receives “The New Business Award” at the Business and Community Achievement Awards on February 27, 2015. The annual event was hosted by the Haliburton Highlands Chamber of Commerce. Andria Cowan Molyneaux was recognized not only for her firms residential interior design and decorating services but also for her volunteering in the community as well as her contribution to her column in the County Life newspaper.
Press: ACM Designs earns “Best of Houzz 2016” for Client Satisfaction
Andria Cowan Molyneaux, founder and Principal designer at ACM Designs received “Best of Houzz 2016 – Client Satisfaction” badge from Houzz. The design and remodelling site recognized Cowan Molyneaux for her outstanding commitment to customer service.