Where comfort, clarity, and character come together.
Just south of Collingwood, Nottawa is a quiet village with a strong sense of community, open skies, and a simpler pace of life. It’s where many families come to build legacy homes, spend long weekends, or lay down roots outside the city. Homes here aren’t just functional—they’re deeply personal.
At Aspen & Ivy, we create interiors that reflect this lifestyle. Whether you're building from the ground up or reimagining an existing home, we design spaces that feel calm, welcoming, and built to support how you live. Our work in Nottawa is grounded in timeless design principles—elevated materials, practical comfort, and a deep attention to detail.
A coastal-inspired transformation rooted in family and flow.
While located in nearby Collingwood, our Harbourview project embodies the same design ethos we bring to homes in Nottawa. This project began as a compact, seasonal getaway and became a year-round retreat filled with light, function, and warmth.
We transformed an unused attic into a multi-purpose loft with space for an office and games area, improved the home’s natural flow, and opened up the main living areas to feel more connected and inviting. The entire palette was inspired by a cherished sea turtle painting the family brought to our first meeting. That single piece shaped the colour direction and emotional tone of the entire space.
Soft blues, warm neutrals, and textural layering created a home that feels peaceful and fresh—designed not just for the present, but for years of memories to come.
Our Design Philosophy in Nottawa
We don’t just design beautiful interiors—we create homes with meaning. In Nottawa, our clients often want spaces that:
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Feel effortless and welcoming for both everyday life and hosting
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Transition well between seasons with natural materials and practical layouts
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Reflect their lifestyle and location without feeling too formal or too rustic
With over 20 years of experience designing across Southern Ontario, we bring the local insight and professional care needed to ensure each home feels rooted and refined.
Where We Work
We serve clients throughout Nottawa, Batteau, Duntroon, Collingwood, Thornbury, and across the Blue Mountains. Each area has its own rhythm, and our designs reflect the unique character of the homes and families who live there.


About Aspen & Ivy
Led by Catherine Staples, Aspen & Ivy is a full-service interior design studio with a portfolio of work that spans countryside estates, ski retreats, and luxury lakefront homes. Our process is collaborative, creative, and always deeply personal.
Our work has been featured in Style at Home, The Cottage Journal, and Homes & Gardens, but what we’re most proud of is how our clients feel in the homes we design.

Catherine Staples
CEO & Founder