All-white kitchen

Erica designed the new kitchen using IKEA cabinetry and durable quartz countertops in an all-white palette. Carrara marble subway tiles, running from counter to ceiling, create a dramatic backsplash. The kitchen island can seat up to six at a time.
 

 

Dining area

One end of the long living room has become a dining area with the addition of a round dining table and chairs. The artwork by Toronto artist Sharon Barr is a focal point in the space.
 

 

DIY decor

In the sophisticated living room, Erica used a hot glue gun, black grosgrain ribbon and black pompom trim to jazz up the simple cream sofa and the inexpensive drapery panels.
 

 

Stylish fireplace

The living room’s fireplace was refaced in marble tiles that Erica found for a song. As for how she keeps such a pristine room looking great with five boys? “No one goes in there!” she admits with a laugh.
 

 

Treasure wall

This wall in the living room contains some of Erica’s most meaningful treasures, including a pair of her own ink drawings, a framed moth (the namesake of her blog) from her mother, a gold wishbone and a vintage postal bag one of her sons found in the park.
 

 

Serene bedroom

Greys, whites and creams make up the soft, neutral palette in the master bedroom, which acts as Erica’s serene retreat from life with five boys. She framed the agate slices, which hang above the bed, herself.
 

 

Essential bedroom furniture

Whenever possible, Erica insists that her design clients select nightstands with plentiful storage. She lives by this rule in her own bedroom, where substantial drawers hide lots of stuff.