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A Luxurious Toronto Home Designed To Stand The Test Of Time
It all started when designer Elyssa Maldoff found herself chatting with a young Toronto family. “They have three children – the youngest is two, and the eldest is only eight!” she says. The couple had dreams of a gracious renovation, but with all the frantic activity of a growing family, how would they ever keep it that way? Elyssa assured them they had options.
This Cozy Cottage Has A Towering Fireplace, Cathedral Ceilings & A View Of The Lake
When a couple approached Keely Gow to design and build their family’s new lakefront getaway in Ontario’s Haliburton Highlands, their main ask was that it feel like a cottage and look like a cottage. “Well, to me, ‘cottage’ is a very descriptive word,” says Keely. “To me, ‘cottage’ means that when you walk in the door, it feels like walking into a hug!” That concept is at the heart of the architectural design of the new-build.
A Grand Waterfront Log Cabin In Quebec's Laurentians
Montreal may be home from Monday to Friday, but when the weekend comes, designer Darina Bellini and her husband, kids and dog pile into the car and head for the woods. “This is our place to escape as a family from the hustle of daily life. It’s where we recharge and create special memories together,” says Darina. Amazingly, the entire home was built from scratch in British Columbia, then dismantled and transported to Quebec, where it was reassembled amid the conifers on this lakefront lot.
This Calgary bungalow is all about London-inspired charm
Enter this now two-storey, five-bedroom house, and you’d never guess it used to be a 1960s bungalow,” says designer Stephanie Charest, who was tasked with taking the family home to the next level, literally. “These homeowners had such a clear vision,” she says. They wanted lots of space to share with their two teens (hence, the new second storey); lots of function in a great big chef’s kitchen; and lots of fun finishes and colour.
This Designer Uses Faux-Greenery To Breathe Life Into Her Home
DESIGN, Sarah St. Amand Interior Design. DOORMAT, Annie Selke. ENTRYWAY CARPET, Bloomsburg Carpet. Outside & in The door is always open at designer Sarah St. Amand’s classic 1950s home in Brantford, Ont. At Christmas, guests enter her merry-and-bright abode beneath a garland of fresh greenery. “It’s a classic,” says Sarah (shown above). Indoors, the look is traditional, but – secret revealed – that banister garland isn’t real. Says Sarah: “My tip? Tie it with wide satin ribbon bows.
This Home's Simple Holiday Decor Has Major Impact
When the owners of this Vancouver residence asked designer Stephanie Brown to dress their home for the holidays, her immediate answer was yes! “I’d designed the home, so I was already familiar with their sensibilities, style, and the fact that their blended family has six adult kids who visit often!” says Stephanie.
Un décor de forêt hivernale pour cette maison de Vancouver
Lorsque les propriétaires lui ont demandé de sélectionner les décorations qui rendraient leur maison festive mais loin du bling-bling, Stephanie Brown a accepté avec joie. Lire aussi : C'est possible de manger dans ce féérique dôme chauffé cet hiver «Comme c’est moi qui ai aménagé leur résidence en 2021, je connaissais déjà leur style et leurs goûts. J’ai voulu donner aux pièces des airs de fête qui se conjugueraient naturellement à l’esthétique fraîche et épurée de leur maison», indique-t-elle.
This Moody Montreal Home is All About Luxury
Not airy. And definitely not bright! This was the rebel mandate that greeted designer Luke Havekes when he first met one of the owners for whom he would do this full renovation and redesign. “She was adamant that the direction she wanted to go was heavy and dark,” recalls Luke.
The Design Of The Alberta Home Is Truly Timeless
When you finally get your dream home, why would you ever want to leave? This sentiment was the driving force behind the constellation of brilliant design choices made by Alykhan Velji Designs and Alloy Homes when they joined forces to create this forever home outside Calgary. “The client was committed to aging in place,” says principal designer Aly Velji. And this was an opportunity to demonstrate that gorgeous interiors and accessibility features need not be mutually exclusive.
Une maison sophistiquée et pleine de caractère en plein cœur de Montréal
Le designer Luke Havekes a donc fait des teintes foncées ses précieuses alliées dans la création de cet intérieur au caractère unique. Lorsqu’on a confié à Luke Havekes la rénovation et le réaménagement de cette maison de 2500 pi2 située en plein cœur de Montréal, on lui a donné un mandat précis: celui de créer un décor à la fois enveloppant et sophistiqué, qui ferait fi des modes.
Step Inside This Toronto Home That Embraces Timeless Style and Soft Tones
When designer Alexis Koehler’s clients Vanessa and Blake Appleton decided to build a new home in this Toronto neighbourhood, it wasn’t the first time Vanessa had been there. As a little girl, she’d come to this very street to visit her grandmother. “This was destined to be a special home,” says Alexis.
Step Inside This Toronto Home That Embraces Timeless Style and Soft Tones
When designer Alexis Koehler’s clients Vanessa and Blake Appleton decided to build a new home in this Toronto neighbourhood, it wasn’t the first time Vanessa had been there. As a little girl, she’d come to this very street to visit her grandmother. “This was destined to be a special home,” says Alexis.
This Family Home Mixes Modern Aesthetics With A Hint of Nostalgia
"Something’s not working. We just don’t know what.” That’s what the owners of this Markham, Ont., home told designer Cynthia Soda when they first met. “Not being the type to hold back, I said, ‘Well, I can show you!’” There simply wasn’t enough storage for a family of four – five, if you count the dog. And the box-store upgrades they’d made years ago had since gone into retrograde. “What they needed was a function-forward home with a modern, one-of-a-kind vibe,” say Cynthia.
Une maison familiale inspirée du style mid century
Les propriétaires de cette maison de Markham, en Ontario, savaient que quelque chose clochait dans leur lieu de vie, mais sans arriver à l’expliquer en termes clairs. Appelée à la rescousse, la designer Cynthia Soda a immédiatement compris la problématique. «Le décor était dépassé et il manquait dramatiquement de rangement pour cette famille de quatre. Ce dont ils avaient besoin, c’était d’une maison plus fonctionnelle avec une ambiance moderne et unique en son genre, explique-t-elle.
This Is Personal: Inside Designer Dimitri Chris's 1900's Toronto Home
Photography, Alex Lukey, Styling, Peter Paquette. My vision for this house was almost immediate,” says designer Dimitri Chris, referring to the day he set eyes upon this 1900s semi-detached dwelling. If he could renovate, expand and top it with a third floor, he and husband David Marinier would finally be able to host large gatherings and install their art collection – two things that had been a challenge during their years in a condo.
Un magnifique chalet en bois situé au cœur de la baie Georgienne
Photographe : Donna Griffith Ce chalet situé en Ontario a eu droit à une véritable cure de jeunesse sous la houlette d’une designer pour qui faire du neuf avec du vieux constitue une arme de séduction massive. Les propriétaires souhaitaient transformer le look de leur cottage situé au cœur de la baie Georgienne. Le moins que l’on puisse dire, c’est qu’il s’agissait là d’un joli terrain de jeu pour la designer Cynthia Ferguson, qui a pris un grand plaisir à repenser les lieux.
Une magnifique cour aux allures de tout-inclus
Vue de la rue, rien ne laisse soupçonner que cette demeure patrimoniale dissimule une immense cour ultramoderne pensée pour multiplier les plaisirs! Si cet aménagement présente des lignes contemporaines, son apparence générale demeure intemporelle pour bien s’accorder aux styles qui prévalent dans le quartier.
Visite d'une maison avec un salon dans la cour et un coin-bar sur le toit
Grâce aux interventions ingénieuses de la designer Erin Hannon-Watkinson, cette petite maison citadine profite de deux espaces extérieurs exceptionnels. Erin Hannon-Watkinson a la réputation d’être une pro dans l’utilisation d’éléments encastrés et de meubles multifonctions. «Ils permettent de maximiser l’espace et d’éviter toute impression de désordre et d’encombrement», dit-elle.
Big City, Small Yard
PHOTOGRAPHY: Lauren Miller | DESIGN, Erin Hannon-Watkinson, Studio HA/WA | STYLISTS: Me&Mo. | PLANTERS, Ferm Living | Ryder PILLOWS, Tonic Living. A home in Toronto with a tiny backyard gets not one but two fabulous outdoor spaces. BUILT-IN BLISS Two outdoor spaces. Two tiny footprints. One fabulous mandate from the clients: lower the maintenance and turn up the fun! For designer Erin Hannon- Watkinson, these were challenges that played to her strengths.
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Layers of alluring velvet and multiple swoon-worthy, loungey spaces make this home a lavish den for entertaining
The foyer is the home’s statement space. Supersized chevron-laid tile leads the way in mottled grey and black. “Everything else was left intentionally spare, with only this slim textured bench and overscale wall art,” says designer Alison Knapp. Photography, Alex Lukey DESIGN, Alison Knapp Interior Design. Architect, Jenny Bognar, JB Drafting and Design. FLOOR TILE, Concept Flooring. Pietro BENCH, Sunpan; FABRIC, Kravet. “The clients wanted a sexy parlour. We fashioned it after a piano bar.
This five-bedroom house in Toronto celebrates all that is different, not what’s the same
This five-bedroom house in Toronto celebrates all that is different, not what’s the same. “This home is a study in contrast, but it’s not black and white,” says designer Rachel Deeks. “Instead, we contrasted dark rooms with light rooms. So you pass from spaces adorned in deep blues and charcoal tones into areas where the reigning tones are whites, oatmeal and blush.
Une ancienne ferme décorée pour les fêtes avec des éléments naturels
Les propriétaires de cette ferme ancienne ont pris le parti du vert et du fait main pour rendre leur espace festif. Et ils n’ont pas réservé leur déco qu’au salon; ici, c’est Noël partout dans la maison! Il suffit souvent de trois fois rien pour mettre de l’ambiance durant la période des fêtes. Des branches de cèdre ou d’eucalyptus, des pommes de pin, des baies rouges et des rubans, et voilà que la maison se transforme.
Un chalet à l'ambiance chaleureuse pour des vacances à faire rêver
Voici une maison de vacances hivernales à faire rêver! On dévale les pentes, on respire l’air de la montagne, puis on rentre à l’intérieur pour boire un bon chocolat chaud. Bref, après le sport, le réconfort! L’extérieur de cette demeure ontarienne est on ne peut plus moderne, ne laissant aucunement présager qu’il s’agit d’un chalet alpin.
A welcoming winter vacation home
Photography, Patrick Biller Guests (and there are plenty of them!) arrive via the home’s old-meets-new entryway. “Sure, the sconces, mirror and flooring are brand new, but adding this antique credenza and armchair warms the space and makes it more welcoming,” says Lindsay. CONSOLE, VASES, CHAIR, Bettencourt Manor. Vintage RUNNER, Smash Salvage. Circa Lighting’s Fontaine SCONCES, Elte. MIRROR, Absolutely.
Une immense maison de 150 ans avec des détails architecturaux à couper le souffle
Âgée de 150 ans, cette demeure située à Port Hope, en Ontario, n’en affiche pas moins un look contemporain et dynamique, complètement à l’image de ses propriétaires. Entrez, c’est ouvert! Cette maison n’avait pas été rénovée depuis les années 1990. «La disposition des pièces et leur aménagement n’étaient pas du tout adaptés à la famille qui vit ici», raconte la designer Cindy McKay. Elle s’est amusée à passer au peigne fin les 6000 pi2 de la résidence, afin de la faire entrer dans le 21e siècle.
A designer elevates life on the farm in a barn conversion
A fresh, open living space occupies what used to be the second storey of the barn. Winter-white chairs in bouclé invite day reading, thanks to the room’s bask-worthy natural light. “The furniture shapes mimic the geometry of nature,” says designer Amanda Richardson. Glass walls with a black metal grid define the spaces, block sound and keep the apartment feeling open. DESIGN, Amanda Richardson, Madu Interiors. Cocoon CHAIRS, Hauser. Beckham SCONCES, Wayfair.
A grand Victorian shakes off stuffy and takes on the mood of the modern, fun-loving family who live here
“It all started with that wall niche, which is original. I loved that curve at its top, that softness,” says designer Cindy McKay (shown opposite, on left). “It made a rounded console table seem perfect for this spot.” The two velvet stools have brass detailing like the console table. “I thought having two round mirrors would look young and unexpected.” “The wool runner was the first thing I chose because it’s so impactful to be met by such an enormous staircase.
Sweeping Practicality Meets Welcoming Comfort In This Kitchen Made For A Party
Photography, Mike Chajecki "She is so cute!” declares designer Patti Wilson of her clients’ five-year-old daughter. “The moment she spied the bench seat, she hopped up and laid right down. She was definitely claiming her space!” Nothing could have been more in line with the design goals for this home in Woodbridge, Ont. For years, the family of three had been making do (while bumping into one another) in a cut-off kitchen with a clunky cube-shaped island.
A Kitchen Renovated For Making Fine Food And Fun Times
Photography, Valerie Wilcox After 20 years, a family kitchen is renovated for making fine food and fun times. At a certain point, you’ve just got to face it if your kitchen isn’t working. That’s what happened for this cook-together, laugh-together family of five in Whitby, Ont. “Most days, they wanted to cook and eat at home,” says designer Orsi Panos. But the kitchen was so cramped and dark, plus it was cut off from the rest of the home.
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Helping An 80-Year-Old Bungalow To Renew Itself
Helping an 80-year-old bungalow to grow up, literally, results in room for everyone. Graciously situated on the west side of Toronto, this house had long been lovely. But once their daughter was born, the homeowners discovered that the compact layout of the heritage bungalow no longer worked. “For example, the only way to get to the backyard was through the bedrooms at the back,” says designer Olivia Botrie.
How A Minimalist Take On A Muskoka Cottage Maximized Its Views
Dan Hall had long known about his friend’s lot on Lake Joseph in Ontario’s Muskoka region. “For 20 years, I knew about his dream to build a big cottage here,” says Dan. So, when the time came, he was ready to help. Now complete, Tim and Stephanie Quinn’s cottage is one part modern, with a black metal roof and windows, and one part Muskoka, with accents in wood and stone. What makes it timeless are the views.
Color, Wood and Vintage Accessories for this Cottage
Photography, Donna Griffith Finders Keepers “When doing a refresh, it’s important to keep what’s still working,” says Cynthia. “The 20-year-old dining set fits a million people, so why replace it?” What did get added was a cushy rug. But the real stars here are the beamed ceiling and banks of windows. Red Light Ming II Grasscloth CONSOLE in custom colour, Society Social. Montara MIRROR in Navy, Petaluma BASKET, Serena & Lily.
Un chalet en bois qui a subi une cure de jeunesse
Ce chalet situé en Ontario a eu droit à une véritable cure de jeunesse sous la houlette d’une designer pour qui faire du neuf avec du vieux constitue une arme de séduction massive. Les propriétaires souhaitaient transformer le look de leur cottage situé au cœur de la baie Georgienne. Le moins que l’on puisse dire, c’est qu’il s’agissait là d’un joli terrain de jeu pour la designer Cynthia Ferguson, qui a pris un grand plaisir à repenser les lieux.
Before and After : Karl Lohnes & Peter Paquette Collaborate on a Reboot of a Traditional Toronto Home
BEFORE Photography, Patrick Biller “If the clients have a party, the twin chairs can be butted together for more room,” says Karl. “Similarly, the shorter of the two coffee tables can be slid beneath the taller one.” After the French doors that separated the living and dining rooms were removed, the thresholds were rebuilt and painted in a glossy deep brownish black. Custom CHAISE, SOFA, COFFEE TABLES, velvet ARMCHAIRS, 1982 Design. Armchair FABRIC, Maharam.
Happy Hues Bring Rebekah Higgs’s mid-century Home to Life
Photography, Janet Kimber This article is featured on: 2022 June Issue Articles On a hill in Halifax, happy hues bring Rebekah Higgs’s mid-century home to life. Honestly, I had no idea I was somebody who likes pink,” says Rebekah Higgs, host of DIY Mom.
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A Vintage Trailer Tour for Happy Campers
Photography, Janet Kimber Exterior PAINTS, federal standard colours 31669 and 31638, International Paint Company. Decal cutter (for DIY logo, shown opposite page), Cricut Joy. A vintage trailer is treated to an adorable makeover, making it perfect for mom-and-daughter adventures. No wonder this pretty-in-pink camper is now affectionately – or should we say “confectionately” – referred to as Strawberry Shortcake.
Un bungalow des années 1950 où le rose est à l'honneur
La propriétaire de cette demeure située à Halifax avait envie d’un environnement doux et empreint de joie de vivre. À voir le résultat, on se dit qu’il n’y a rien de tel que la couleur pour créer un lieu de ce genre! Il suffit de passer le seuil de cette porte pour découvrir un univers pimpant et tout en délicatesse. «Je ne savais pas que j’étais une personne qui aimait le rose», rigole Rebekah Higgs, propriétaire et animatrice de l’émission de télé DIY Mom.
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A Thoughtful Reno And A Playful New Palette Brighten A Century-Old Home In Toronto
A thoughtful reno and a playful new palette brighten a century-old home in Toronto. Bring on the Brights In the living room, a parade of pillows in hot pink, fuchsia, rose and soft blush prance against a backdrop of black-and-grey artwork not too far from a sassy yolk-yellow serving tray. The two herringbone chairs spring to life thanks to their nearly-neon throw cushions.
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Kitchen tour : Patterned for living
Kitchen Apr 5, 2022 Photography Lauren Miller Kitchen Apr 5, 2022 A balance of bold features and subtle finishes brings character to a busy kitchen. Designer Veronica Martin’s mission was clear: transform this 1990s Toronto kitchen into a welcoming gathering spot for a young family. She happily complied with a design where some features – like timeless grey cabinets – form a subtle backdrop for eye-catching elements, such as the bold backsplash and new black windows.
Kitchen tour : in the Navy
Photography valerie wilcox Careful colour choices and function-friendly design merge for a mix that’s neat and natural. Mere blocks from Lake Ontario in Pickering, the kitchen in this 1960s home was closed off from the rest of the house and cramped. Designer Orsi Panos removed a wall and dispensed with upper cabinetry, creating an airier space that’s open to the adjacent family room and entryway.
A Cottagey Look House With A Little Bit Of Farmhouse, A Sprinkle Of Rustic And A Dash Of Industrial
Photography Janet Kimber Peeling back the layers and adding a trove of found treasures made this diamond in the rough sparkle again. I figured all this house needed was a little lipstick to make it look better,” says Edwina Grittani, recalling her first visit to the 1940s fixer-upper in Ontario’s Prince Edward County. “But during the inspection, the realtor just stood in the kitchen, shaking his head.
A Family Home In Midtown Toronto Says Yes To Brilliant
Photography Alex Lukey This family home in midtown Toronto says no to bashful and yes to brilliant. Okay, maybe a home can’t be described as an extrovert. But, in the world of houses, this one – with its pink-hued razzle-dazzle entry rug, jubilant lighting and ultra-fab finishes – is definitely the life of the party. Huge windows keep the natural light dancing, and sleek black walls and cabinetry play bold backup to the home’s fun chorus of pinks, lavenders, blues and reds.
Une magnifique maison des années 1940 remise au goût du jour
Redonner du lustre à une vieille demeure en manque d’amour: telle est la mission que se sont donnée les propriétaires. Lorsqu’elle a visité cette maison des années 1940, Edwina Grittani a cru que de légères transformations suffiraient à la remettre au goût du jour.
Une maison en rangée complètement modernisée à l’aide d’une aire ouverte
Faire de la place et actualiser le décor: tel était le mandat de la designer qui a transformé cette maison en rangée en un lieu convivial où la bonne humeur est au rendez-vous. Après avoir vécu plus de 10 ans dans une maison cloisonnée au décor ordinaire, les occupants ont demandé à la designer Michelle Hurley de la métamorphoser pour qu’elle corresponde à leurs besoins et à leur personnalité. Les rénovations ont été majeures.
Une maison de Calgary au style audacieux et fonctionnel
Cette nouvelle construction, complètement aménagée par un duo de designers inspirés, est devenue le refuge parfait pour une famille en quête de beauté et de fonctionnalité. Klassen Photography Avoir carte blanche dans un environnement dénudé était certes un rêve pour les designers Aly Velji et Katie Nelson, qui se sont vu confier le mandat de créer un intérieur audacieux et invitant pour un couple et leurs deux enfants.
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