I’m Lia, an interior designer, vintage lamp stylist & décor writer based out of Burlington, Ontario. When I’m not working in my studio, you can find me sharing tips for “designing outside the lines” here on Mod Nest, or contributing over on the Style at Home Blog

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What it's all about...

Your individuality is one of your best qualities. Surrounding yourself with original pieces that speak to your true style is essential.

My favourite part about my business is the physical reaction that my clients have to seeing their lamp or shade in person for the first time. Their eyes light up. They jump up and down. They become momentarily speechless and then begin to gush. It feels great to know that what I’ve created generates excitement in others. 

Get excited about your furnishings!

Whether you’re looking to start from scratch, have your existing lamps restyled or choose a piece from my current unfinished inventory, I'll work with you to develop a custom design concept and create a statement piece that you’ll treasure for years to come. 

 

How does it work?

First we’ll establish which starting point makes the most sense for you. Next, we'll discuss a custom design concept in person or via telephone or email (depending on where you’re located).

Once we've settled on a concept, I'll get to work on making it a reality.

You'll just have to sit back and relax (who am I kidding?) sit on the edge of your seat and anticipate your lamp's transformation. 

Get inspired! Visit my portfolio to view a sample of past work.

 

Curious about pricing?

Every job is different, as each custom order has many variables, but you can get a better idea of how the costs break down by visiting my pricing page.

 

What fabrics can I choose from?

Choose from some of our favourite online fabric retailers or let us source textiles for you through our trade suppliers. Most solid fabrics can be sourced & cut locally within a few days. Most printed fabrics have a two week lead time.

Retail:

Spoonflower, Etsy, Designer Fabrics, Rubie Green, Tonic Living, Plover Organic, Caitlin Wilson Textiles, Eskayel, Lewis & Sheron Fabrics, Proud Mary, Serena & Lily, Victoria Larson Textiles, Marimekko, Hygge Cooperative, Dwell Studio, Skinny laMinx, Umbrella Prints

To the trade:

Raoul TextilesGalbraith & PaulLulu DKMod Green PodLaura LeinhardHable ConstructionJohn RobshawPeter DunhamChristopher Farr ClothVanderhurdStudio Bon, Robert Allen, Duralee, KravetMadison & Grow Textiles

 

Ready to own a one-of-a-kind work of art?

There is a solution for every client, near or far.

Start from scratch, ship me a piece that you already own, or select a piece from my Lamp Orphanage.

Email me and let's talk!

 

 

 

"Lia was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Quick turnaround, great pricing and insightful advice on the lamp I was revamping. I have and will recommend her to anyone that wants to update their lamps!" ~ Vanessa Francis

 

"Lia is based in Burlington, Ontario, around the corner from my latest decorating client in Oakville for whom I had sourced some amazing vintage lamps that required shades.

Lia will happily source shades and fabrics for you and/or reconstruct shades that you provide.

For a vintage floor lamp, I found the original shade, but the groovy plaid bouclé was not the look I was after. Lia used the frame and new fabric I provided to construct a shade that better suits the room in which it now resides.

She charged $75 for the reconstruction, an extremely reasonable rate, as anyone who has bought shades recently will know.

She also created shades for a couple of large, vintage ceramic pieces I found for my client’s master bedroom. When the linen I provided read too blue, Lia sourced an alternative fabric and re-made the shades (which she provided) for $150 for the pair. Again, a very good price for custom work.

Lia turned my custom shades around in a weekend, which is remarkably good service." ~ Christopher Jones

 

"Great communication, fast shipping!! Thank you." ~ Keya Frank

 

"Loved the lamps! Thank you for a very fast response to all questions." ~ Kira Allen

 

"It's perfect! Just thought I'd send you a picture of the lamp in her new home :) Thank you so much for all the hoops you went through for me!" ~ Kyla Herbes

 

"I love the lamps and will be back." ~ Lauren Stewart

 

"I got the lamp, it arrived here yesterday to Monterrey. Just wanted to let you know that I deeply appreciate everything you did, because it's BEAUTIFUL. I am in love with it!!! I will definitely recommend you, and nice job on the terrific work you've done! Take care and thank you so much." ~ Lillian Aguirre Camou

 

"The lamps arrived yesterday, safe and sound. They're really great -- now I need better side tables! Thanks again!" ~ Jennifer Drenning

 

"I'm happy to say I got the lamps over the weekend and I LOVE LOVE LOVE them!!! Thank you so much! I'm excited. They look great in the space. Thanks for all your effort in getting them to me. They were fantastically packed and all is great." ~ Karen Kranack

 

"These are fantastic. I never would have picked up the before and thought they could turn out like this! Nice! ~ Lisa Airdrie

 

"A charming lamp and lampshade; just what I was looking for. Perfect color as described. Buy with confidence!" ~ Janet Kirkwood

 

"The lamps are beyond cute!" ~ Zoe Jones

 

"There were some issues with my order which were handled with complete professionalism. I would definitely do business with Mod Pieces in the future. Her stuff is very cool." ~ Andrea Polischuk

 

"Thanks so much!! I love these lamps, they are going to make great additions to our living room." ~ Chantelle Fauchoux