Matthew Finlason

Born in Jamaica and raised in Canada, loud, outspoken, and endlessly entertaining Matthew Finlason was introduced to the construction business at a young age. Learning the ins-and-outs of building and property development from the ground up he soon discovered, like his father, a talent for designing homes. Like his decorator mother, he possesses an eclectic knack for breathing life into any dull space. Today, he continues develop real estate, design interiors, decorate and stage homes in Toronto, Vancouver, Los Angeles and the Caribbean. Catch Matthew's antics and aesthetics in Season 2 of the HGTV television series 'The Stagers' as he rushes to transform problem homes into show suites - often in just a few days. Amid the tantrums and turmoil are tips and touch-up ideas you can put to work in your own home. 'The Stagers', produced by Paperny Films and creatively produced by Keith Behrman, received 4 Leo Awards for which Matthew won "Best Host"in a "Lifestyle Series". Also a prolific d