For Natalie Papia, president of Zilli Home Interiors, a new season is all about opportunity.

With a 22,000-square-foot showroom in Vaughan filled with over 70 fully accessorized room settings and styles that range from classic to contemporary, Zilli Home Interiors is, in the words of its president, Natalie Papia, “about creating an experience that ignites all of your senses. Everything looks good, feels good and smells good.”

However, it’s when a new season is approaching that the selection at Zilli Home Interiors comes into its own. Especially with Papia being so in tune with trends — discovering them on her travels, via social media and at a variety of trade shows throughout the year — seasonal shifts are an opportunity to embrace what’s upcoming but also inject more personality into your home.

For those looking to rework their space this season, Papia says, “Easy ways to change a room are through accessories, scents and incorporating organic elements from outdoors. Add fresh flowers or branches to bring the outside in.”

When it comes to fall, specifically, she advises that clients can set the mood by adding new lighting, blankets and other nuances to create an environment that’s both soothing and calm. “Fall is a great time to add warmth and texture,” she continues.

“Nubby fabrics provide texture and softness. Sheepskin pillows and cable-knit throws add warmth. Task and accent lighting create a bold feature, and also create a mood in the long evenings.” Papia also mentions layering accessories, adding trays, books and candles on coffee tables.

“By Taking Into Account Space Planning, Functionality, Colours, Budget And So On, We Create Rooms That Are A Reflection Of Your Personal Taste”

With an understanding that creating a design space can be overwhelming, particularly during a time when inspiration and style is so accessible, Zilli Home Interiors has introduced design consultants to its offerings, available to help narrow down options and facilitate the selection process.

“Although our customers have a strong fashion sense, working with our design consultants will ensure an effortless execution of your design goals,” Papia explains. “By taking into account space planning, functionality, colours, budget and so on, we create rooms that are a reflection of your personal taste.”

Since its inception in 2009, Zilli Home Interiors has evolved with its clients, understanding their needs and preferences while constantly learning about what’s happening in the world of style and trends. It takes cues from what’s occurring on the design stage internationally and delivers it to customers who want to make their house a home.

It’s all of these reasons that combine to have Papia define success as balance. “It’s about working hard but also taking the time to enjoy your life,” she says. “Unplugging is equally important. Eating, laughing, travelling, family time, shopping. It’s during this time that everyone needs a recharge to continue to evolve and grow.”

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