Most drywall phone rooms I've experienced aren't actually private. You can hear the call through the wall, the door gap and the ceiling. That's why we recommend Hush office pods for any space whose whole job is acoustic privacy. In this post I'll explain why drywall rooms fall short, when a pod is the right call and when it isn't, and the practical questions Alberta designers ask me most: install time, stock, delivery, finishes and lighting. I'll also cover the code questions

If you are searching for the best commercial textile suppliers in Canada, the honest answer is that it depends on what your project demands. BrassTacks Design Source has supplied designers and specifiers across Western Canada for 15 years, and have represented Camira and Luna Textiles for the last three. I am biased, and I will say so, but I will also tell you why I think Camira is one of the best, where its sister brand Luna fits, and the questions I would ask any supplier

If you ask ten people what makes furniture contract grade, you'll get ten textbook definitions. Here's the one I give designers across the table: contract grade means the product is built from quality materials, designed and manufactured consistently, tested for heavy use, and customizable in ways you simply don't get at a box store. Behind that definition sit two things most buyers overlook: the materials themselves and the supply chain they come through. In short, contract

After more than 20 years in the furniture industry, most of them spent chasing sustainability, I've landed on one hard truth: there are only two honest ways to make sustainable furniture. Build it to last forever, or build it to come apart completely. Almost everything in between is greenwashing with a nice brochure. Welcome to "Hot Takes," a new series where BrassTacks Design Source skips the marketing language and says what we actually see on the ground after years of speci

Modular design has evolved in the last several years. It’s no longer about repeating parts, it’s about managing complexity, risk, and longevity in spaces that must perform beautifully under real pressure. With the launch of BT Modular Design Services (MDS) , BrassTacks Design Source formalizes what we do best: guiding designers through advanced modular indoor and outdoor contract solutions that balance design ambition with operational reality across Western Canada. Proven w

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Trends we expect to see in 2025 in Western Canada! Welcome to 2025! With a new year comes fresh design opportunities, and at BrassTacks Design Source, we’re here to inspire and support your journey to create spaces that make a lasting impact. This year, Western Canada’s interior design scene is buzzing with exciting trends—each blending creativity, functionality, and sustainability. Let’s dive into what’s shaping the way we design public, commercial and hospitality spaces and

Western Canada faces rising temperatures, frequent wildfires, and declining biodiversity. The region has been profoundly affected by climate change: devastating floods in Vancouver, unprecedented 100-year storms in Alberta, the heartbreaking destruction of parts of Jasper by wildfire, and water restrictions due to prolonged droughts. Winters bring less snow, affecting not only recreation but also crucial water supplies. We can learn more about these environmental challenges f

In this captivating hotel lobby using ARPER products, we witness the magic that happens when the right pieces of design come together. It's proof that with thoughtful selection, even corporate environments can exude the warm, inviting essence of hospitality. Let this be an inspiration for your own workspace transformation. In the ever-evolving world of office design, one trend is absolutely stealing the spotlight: the shift from cold, lifeless workspaces to warm, inviting env

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