Best Side Magazine | Nov/Dec 2025 - The direction in design for the coming year looks to be more muted, elegant, quieter than last year, and deeply personal.

Over the years, I’ve shared these same six tips with countless clients, and they continue to make a lasting difference in every project.

Here is my easy recipe for Fresh Cashew Milk.

I’m sharing 5 of my favourite Canadian business partners. Tried and true north!

I like to start my mornings with something quick, healthy, and energizing — and for me, that’s a green smoothie.

Best Side Magazine | Sept/Oct 2025 - In this issue, Jackie explains why the perfect synergy between the designer and the contractor is the key to all great renovations.

Here are my 5 "must haves" in ensuring your hall looks stylish and functional!

I made this recipe one afternoon because I had some leftover ricotta and an overabundance of zucchini.

Bringing Summer Into Your Home - For many of us, the first signs of warmer weather send us into a frenzy of cleaning up our gardens, hosing down outdoor furniture, and …

Best Side Magazine | July/Aug 2025 - Jackie is a Contributing Editor for Best Side Magazine, dedicated to the vibrant and finest neighbourhoods of Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington & Hamilton.

I always say to clients that the first impression of their home begins in the front hall, which brings me to the staircase.

Fall is not here and summer is not over, but the weather is definitely changing. With that in mind, here are three trends that are definitely sending summer vibes. 

I recently had to re-upholster my outdoor sectional and was faced with the dilemma of which fabric to choose.

I do love fashion and as a designer, have long been aware of the relationship between fashion and design.

Always on the look out for a new trend, I recently started seeing the term "Resort core" and I decided to take a closer look.

This white bean, feta and quick pickled celery salad is in heavy rotation this summer. 

I thought it would be fun to share some of the books I have read, and to add a few that I want to read this summer. 

Here are some guidelines that I think are essential to enjoy our outdoor spaces.