Traditional Furniture

When people picture a log cabin, plaid fabrics and wooden furniture often come to mind. Unfinished furnishings work well to preserve a traditional atmosphere. For instance, a thick table with oversized legs that is paired with simple chairs is the perfect addition to a log cabin’s dining room. To keep the traditional feeling throughout the cabin, consider adding beds with wooden frames and matching nightstands.
Many people spend most of their time in their living or family rooms. That means it is essential to furnish these common rooms appropriately. If the room is large enough, two great 3 seater sofas should be added to provide enough seating for guests. Needlepoint throw pillows and crocheted blankets are wonderful accessories to complete the traditional look.

Contemporary Furniture

Modern furniture has the appeal of being comfortable and space-efficient at the same time. In the bedrooms, this can lead to extra storage with the use of platform beds and low dressers that double as end tables. Colorful rugs and wall hangings can help keep the rooms from feeling cold and impersonal.
Using several small, multipurpose pieces in the living room will make the most out of a limited space. Storage ottomans are an ideal way to add space while providing additional seating. Large families or those who entertain often may wish to utilize a larger item, like a sofa, to satisfy their seating needs.

Blending Styles

When mixing traditional and contemporary furnishings, it is important to balance the styles. If a room is filled with modern furniture, from Fashion For Home or other shops, a single traditional item would be awkward and out of place. Anyone attempting to blend these two styles should aim for at least a three-to-one ratio.
If all of the large pieces of furniture are contemporary, a good way to make the room feel balanced is to use traditional accent pieces. Classic lamps, hand-crafted decorations and braided rugs can bring the room together nicely. On the other hand, black and white photographs, metallic accents and a glass coffee table will lend a modern feel to a traditional room. Consistency is the key to making any given style work when furnishing a log cabin.

Walking the Gastown District

Vancouver’s Gastown District is located on the southern edge of the Vancouver Harbour and features over a mile-long stretch of shops, galleries and restaurants that feature some of the city’s most popular social hangouts. The better part of a day can easily be spent perusing the eccentric collection of businesses, many of which have a maritime theme. Merchandise may be a bit pricey at some locales, but it is rare that a vacationer is able to gallivant along the edge of the Pacific Ocean while experiencing the literal merging of commerce and nature.

Taking a Boat Ride

The city of Vancouver is surrounded by saltwater, and a number of boat tour businesses have sprang up over the course of the past few decades. Lucky for the consumer, the intense competition for business has kept the cost of local boat excursions surprisingly low and they continue to be one of the single best activities for large families. Boarding a boat and setting out into the nearby waters will afford you breathtaking views of the downtown cityscape, as well as the Coal Harbour.

Fine Dining

Vancouver is home to a wide array of ethnicities and cultural influences, making the fine dining landscape diverse and highly enjoyable. A number of 5-star restaurants in the downtown area serve up a bevy of fresh catches from the nearby seas, but just about any taste and desire can be satisfied somewhere within the large metropolis. French cuisine is a popular theme, and many of the country’s best French-Canadian chefs reside and work in the city of Vancouver.

Visiting an Art Gallery

Being located on the edge of Western civilization has had an incredible impact on Vancouver. The local music and art scenes represent the most talented and progressive artists in all of Canada, and a number of lavish and welcoming galleries proudly display the work of some of the world’s best painters. It will at times be difficult to believe that Vancouver lies only a stone’s throw from the United States of America, as the vibe and culture is distinctly different.

Attending a Sporting Event

The sport of hockey reigns supreme in Canada, and the city of Vancouver is home to one of the most competitive franchises in the entire NHL. The Vancouver Canuks were on the brink of winning a world championship early into he summer of 2011, but the puck didn’t bounce their way and they were forced to settle for 2nd place. The team is hungry and poised for success in the upcoming seasons, and seeing the Canuks live can be a very enjoable experience.