
Hillhurst Laneway House
Over the past few weeks, we’ve introduced our readers to the ultra chic, innovative laneway houses of Studio North, a Calgary-based interdisciplinary design and…
Read MoreOver the past few weeks, we’ve introduced our readers to the ultra chic, innovative laneway houses of Studio North, a Calgary-based interdisciplinary design and…
Read MoreLast week we introduced our readers to Studio North, a Calgary-based interdisciplinary design and build practice that specializes in laneway houses. These unique, tiny…
Read MoreLaneway houses are a uniquely Canadian phenomenon — at least, the name is Canadian. Around the globe, rising populations and rapid-fire urbanization have forced…
Read MoreJonathan Adler has a way with words. For the American potter, designer, and author, language is key when it comes to communicating his visionary…
Read MoreWilson Associates is a collection of ten studios scattered across the globe, led by creatives who specialize in interior architectural design, architecture, art consultancy,…
Read MoreSure, we all dream of a room with a view. But how would you feel about visiting a hotel with views that are literally…
Read MorePlaywright Bertolt Brecht, novelist Thomas Mann, filmmaker Fritz Lang, composer Arthur Shoenberg — these were the names on the growing list of German expatriates…
Read MoreOnline shopping is changing the retail landscape; with a few simple clicks, one can easily conduct a lavish shopping spree while lounging in bed….
Read More“As soon as you check in at the Vipp Hotel, it’s fully booked.” Such is the clever slogan, as it were, of an innovative…
Read MoreSpring is taking its sweet time to arrive, but on the bright side, cooler temperatures offer plenty of opportunity to pack up those books…
Read MoreThe savvy traveller with a taste for slow, tropical living has either been to Nikoi Island or placed it near the top of their…
Read MoreOnce named by London’s The Guardian as the ‘Queen of the Curve’, Dame Zaha Hadid’s architectural designs are so widely renowned that, at the time of…
Read MoreAnna Wintour, the famous (or perhaps infamous) fashion editor of Vogue, harbours a firm resentment for black-on-black when it comes to fashion; in fact,…
Read MoreTiffany’s received a considerable amount of backlash last November with the launch of its “Everyday Objects,” a collection of ordinary, banal items—a tin can,…
Read MoreCan a building boast nine lives? Seeing the latest iteration of an edifice in Toronto’s historic east end, one might think so. Located east…
Read MoreLast year we had the pleasure of visiting Casa Malca, an art hotel in the heart of Tulum that is as much a gallery…
Read More“Whoever does not visit Paris regularly will never really be elegant,” Honoré de Balzac, the French novelist, once said. And while the world has…
Read More2018 is just around the corner, and we’ve been thinking a lot about the past year and reviewing its most luxurious highlights. What were…
Read MoreCreated in 2010, Sky Residence at the Ritz-Carlton Residences at Mahanakhon (a mixed-use skyscraper in Bangkok) is a luxurious oasis of cultural influence and…
Read MoreOrrefors, Sweden’s renowned design manufacturers of crystal glass, has teamed up with Volvo Cars to produce an exclusive crystal collection. An unlikely partnership? Perhaps….
Read MoreThe Long Island Compound, designed by Groves & Co. for Michael Kors, caught our eye for its airy interiors and a design that seamlessly…
Read MoreWhen we arrive for our interview with Brian Gluckstein, the house in which we meet — a large and luxurious residence in Oakville, one…
Read MoreWe’re celebrating the pampered life in August, and what better way to luxuriate in the waning weeks of summer than by jetting away to…
Read MoreThe New York Times may have named the fiddle leaf fig the new “it” plant of the design world, and it’s true that the…
Read MoreLike fine wines and artisanal cheeses, excellent design is a thing that ages well. Cabbagetown Coach House, winner of both Canadian Interiors and Arido awards, caught…
Read MoreThirteen years ago, Nova Scotia-based furniture designer Jonathan Otter was honing his craft in a makeshift studio — a single car garage, a space…
Read MoreLocated on Canada’s temperate west coast in a Vancouver neighborhood primarily zoned for single family homes, Wallace Street House is a study in balance….
Read MoreLong gone are the days of Roman columns and decorative friezes; today’s museums have become an exercise in pushing the boundaries of structural engineering,…
Read MoreWe recently had the opportunity to interview Alessandro Munge, the principal designer of Studio Munge. This Toronto-based design firm has earned a global presence in…
Read MoreThe winner of multiple awards, including a Best Of Canada Design Award, several HD awards, and honours from enRoute Magazine, the Drake Devonshire Inn…
Read MoreIf you’ve been recycling the same Christmas tree topper for so long that you can’t remember why or how you acquired it, this year…
Read MoreWhen it comes to theatrical institutions, architectural style has been relatively slow to shirk tradition. Part of the reason for that, of course, is…
Read MoreThe World Architecture Festival came to a close earlier this month. Held this year in Berlin, the WAF annually celebrates the very best of…
Read MoreD’Arcy Jones is the award-winning founder of D’Arcy Jones Architecture, a Vancouver firm renowned for its work on art galleries, modern residences, landscaping, and…
Read MoreWhile browsing in Dynasty recently—one of Toronto’s trendiest plant shops, located in the heart of Queen West (a neighborhood voted by Vogue as one…
Read MoreEcho House sits on a two-acre property on Toronto’s Bridle Path, a neighborhood known for having some of the most progressive architecture in the…
Read MoreBarbara Barry has a very hands-on relationship with beauty. Seconds after meeting her in the VIP lounge at Interior Design Show Vancouver, where we…
Read MoreWhen planning your night out, it’s hard to narrow it down to the next best hot spot or restaurant worth a venture. That perfect…
Read MoreWe recently spoke with renowned architect-turned-product designer Daniel Pouzet. His recent projects include collaborations with Dedon and Sagegreenlife, the latter with whom he developed a favourite…
Read MoreRattan has been used since the early days of civilization to make furniture, handicrafts, and shelter. We can track woven artifacts to ancient Egypt;…
Read MoreMarcel Wanders ranks in today’s top contemporary designers and it isn’t hard to understand why. His unique style is iconic, merging everyday life with…
Read MoreThe world is a beautiful place with an overabundance of scenery to discover — majestic mountains, rugged cliffs, raging rivers, and landscapes so incredible…
Read MoreChristopher Simmonds, founder and Principal of the firm Christopher Simmonds Architect, is an award-winning architect based in Ottawa, Ontario. Considered a leader in the field…
Read MoreSetting up permanent residence in a house smaller than 400 square feet is a difficult thing to wrap the mind around; indeed, it’s likely…
Read MoreThe word ‘kitsch’ has been defined in a plethora of ways. A word borrowed from the Germans, it is derived from the word kitschen,…
Read MoreGold leafing, hand painted walls, applied mouldings – these are just a sample of elements that have been used to infuse a room’s atmosphere…
Read MoreSharon Grech is the Colour & Design Spokesperson for Benjamin Moore and Regular Décor Expert on CITY’s Cityline. We recently had the opportunity to speak…
Read MoreIn 1670, the opulent King Louis XIV built the Trianon de Porcelaine at Versailles, a small estate perfect for entertaining his mistress du jour…
Read MoreYou never get a second chance to make a first impression. An entryway should exude personality and offer an introduction to the interior beyond;…
Read MoreThe polka dot is and has been a recognizable motif for decades. We tend to associate the pattern with feelings of simplicity, joyfulness, and…
Read MoreIf one were to call Karim Rashid a designer by trade, he may correct them. Technically speaking, the Egyptian-born, Canadian-raised powerhouse is not only a professional…
Read MoreStaircases have always been an element in design with the potential to encapsulate the overall aesthetic of an interior space. Contrary to the old…
Read MoreIf you grew up in the 80s, you’d likely agree that the Psychedelic Furs totally coined the phrase “pretty in pink”, while John Hughes…
Read MoreThe first bench was developed from the chest, which was originally created to provide extra storage at the foot of a bed or in…
Read MoreBlimey – we’re running at breakneck speed as our Haliburton cottage reno’ continues apace. If you’ve been watching the series (as we hope you…
Read MoreThe time has come to make a major overhaul of your home and the question arises: “Do I hire an ‘interior designer’ or an…
Read MoreReed Hansuld has been carving since he was seven. His designs may have been primitive – “tiny birds and random things,” he says –…
Read MoreThe Canary District, a thirty-five acre development in Toronto’s east end, is a concept neighborhood twenty years in the making. Upon first entering the…
Read MoreThere is no Tomas Pearce at the helm of Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting Inc. The firm, which boasts a multi-national clientele, was created…
Read MoreIf you love to entertain and your bar accessories are simply too fashionable to be hidden in a cupboard, a bar cart provides the…
Read MoreFoyers, lobbies, waiting rooms, entryways, reception rooms – these transitional spaces, which can often be high traffic areas, are so commonly overlooked when it…
Read MoreOnce described by The New Yorker as “the presiding grande dame of West Coast design”, Kelly Wearstler has built an empire worthy of the accolade. This…
Read MoreIf you have just bought a house or are simply planning on renovating the one you have already, it is natural to think about…
Read MoreGrace Bonney is the genius behind Design*Sponge, one of the most widely frequented design blogs on the net. We recently had the pleasure of…
Read MoreI’ve been working in this industry for over twenty-five years now and I can truly say that I still love what I do. I’ve…
Read MoreWhat are the benefits of quartz-surfacing? The benefits of quartz surfaces are many. One of the strong and growing trends today is the use…
Read MoreWhen looking to increase square footage in your home, the answer lies right under your feet. Although basement renovations come with a unique set…
Read MoreAs a designer, I often get most of my inspiration from everyday situations; whether it’s a visit to a well designed public washroom or…
Read MoreToday’s generation is rapidly re-inventing the definition of home. Once called our “castle,” the space we struggled to keep pristine yet impractical is now…
Read MoreLOVE IT OR LIST IT? Making a decision on whether to renovate or move is one that many people struggle with. I often try…
Read MoreDesign, Design, Design Spending time considering all options will yield the ideal space in the long run. Look at the entire space and even…
Read MoreOutdoor living has grown in popularity and for good reason. Being outside in our own private space offers us a chance to relax and…
Read MoreWe seldom stop to consider the exterior of our homes. We assume it’s weatherproof and was built to last. Living in an environment where…
Read MoreKitchens are among the best renovation investment in a home. Achieving the perfect culinary space isn’t impossible, but you need to plan and clearly…
Read MoreThere is something very seductive about the notion of having a private wine cellar in your own home. Once a luxury, it is now…
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