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I Want You to Experience the Beauty of Intentional Living
«Clair-obscur» is the French term for the Chiaroscuro painting technique, rooted in the Renaissance period. This artistic approach skillfully modulates light against a dark background to craft contrast, depth, and visual interest.
At Clair Obscur Design, we mirror this technique by leveraging texture through natural and raw materials, contrasting them with clean, soft-lined furniture to bring dimension and comfort into your space. The symbiosis of these elements creates an environment that is not only warm and soothing but also a true reflection of simple living—a lifestyle where every detail serves a purpose and contributes to the overall harmony of the home.
Whether you’re looking to transform your personal sanctuary, elevate your Airbnb property, or take your space a step further by organizing your interiors, we craft environments that resonate with your values and needs. Our approach goes beyond aesthetics, helping you create spaces that are peaceful, practical, and perfectly attuned to a life of simplicity and intention.
Your Path to a Serene Home — Discover the Benefits Ahead
Sustainable Design, Without the High Cost
You deserve a high-end look in your home without overspending. Repurpose what you own, discover quality new and second-hand pieces, and create a space that feels truly authentic.
A Home That Reflects Your Values
Whether you’re a homeowner, tenants, or an Airbnb host, your home should be a serene sanctuary where beautiful and practical designs evoke calm and simplicity.
Guidance, Wherever You Are
Enjoy peace of mind with expert virtual support at every step, empowering you to create a home that truly feels like yours, no matter where you are.
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Virtual Interior Design
Enjoy a cozy, personalized space that blends simple living with your unique style.
Virtual Airbnb Design
Enhance your Airbnb property’s appeal and maximize your rental income
Virtual Home Organizing
Delight in a beautifully organized home that saves you time and reduces stress.
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Follow all the steps, from discovering your interior design style to resurfacing your cabinets, to transform your kitchen with the latest trends in a DIY-friendly way and save thousands of dollars with this 50-page booklet.
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Designs Tips
Get expert advice on crafting stylish, functional spaces with easy-to-follow design principles.
Simple Living
Simplify your life with practical decluttering tips, DIY projects, and a focus on mindful, minimalist living.
Organization
Discover effective organization strategies that streamline your home and routines for a clutter-free lifestyle.
Airbnb Decor
Learn how to create beautiful, guest-friendly spaces that make your Airbnb stand out and delight visitors.
Annie Doran helped us with a kitchen design and put her heart and soul into creating options that reflected our dream . We used it as base to price out all the materials and labour. She was patient and gave us multiple practical options and ideas. We count on working with her again for our basement refresh !
– Susanna
Annie redesigned our living room to something that we enjoy every day. We bought these big bulky lazy-boys and didn’t know how to make our place look nice again. She did a design online and tweaked it a couple of times, so it is now perfect! She asked us to take the measures of our furniture and our space and produced ideas I would have never imagined! She is truly amazing!! I also liked that we didn’t have to go and buy more stuff, we just placed things on different angles we never thought could work, and they really did! She even suggested that we create an Art Gallery type of wall, and it looks amazing, instead of having art cluttering the space.We are so grateful for what Annie did for us and our living space. Thank you, Annie!!!
– Janice
We did business with Annie for an almost complete makeover of our kitchen/dining room, bedroom and entrance/living room. And we have only one word: Wow!
Annie was able to capture our tastes after only one meeting. She presented us with great plan options and modern designs. And what about the decoration proposals: she really has an eye! We highly recommend her!
-Dominique and Eric
From our initial meeting with Annie, we felt she grasped our needs while respecting our budget. Her questionnaire aided us in refining our aesthetic preferences and pinpointing our style. Annie delivered a kitchen that exceeded our expectations, maximizing space, enhancing natural light, and accommodating our ideas with flexibility. The end result is both functional and stunning. We wholeheartedly recommend her services. Thank you!
-Émilie and Yvan
