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My fellow equestrians can dream big when they see this amazing mud room designed by Scott Posno for a horse-loving homeowner. Customsized cubbies keep all her riding boots in perfect order.
This spring will mark my family’s seventh year in our house. During that time, we’ve lived through countless renovations – and have the credit card bills to prove it. The payoff, of course, is that we get to live in our wonderful, wacky, beautiful dream home. But while we adore our redone cozy family room, sleek kitchen and restful bedrooms, that’s kind of where it ends. My family is busy, like everyone else’s, and if we’re not snatching a meal together, binge-watching a new favourite Netflix show or getting some much-needed shut-eye, we’re out and about. That, however, is about to change. Last September, I was looking out the kitchen window at our backyard and wondering why we’ve never taken more advantage of our terrace. Sure, we have the occasional barbecue and my husband will catnap on our decrepit lawn furniture after a long shift (oh, and my stepdaughters have indulged in a few late night beer pong parties – don’t get me started!), but other than that the terrace stands abandoned. Although I’m not a huge fan of the Tuscaninspired terracotta and mustard-yellow ceramic tiles it sports, the space is in perfect condition. It gets ridiculously hot in the summer, but there’s a sweet roll-out awning that, despite listing slightly on the left, keeps the sun at bay. So what was the problem? One of my excuses was that there was no comfortable seating. The existing furniture I’d dragged from my old house had not held up, nor was its contemporary aesthetic appropriate for this more formal area. And due to the aforementioned renovation costs, there was minimal budget to furnish the space. Luckily, later that month I happened upon a set of outdoor furniture at a clearance centre that was perfect. Just $500 for a couch, two armchairs, two foot stools and a coffee table! The set was a floor model and had a few dings and scratches, but it was enormous value. Plus, the very kind salesperson threw in some outdoor toss cushions as well. But that wasn’t the best part. That came when we arrived home. Within minutes of setting up the conversation set, my family gravitated outside – and didn’t move back indoors until nearly midnight. It was one of our best evenings together. So if you ask me what I’m doing this summer, my answer is clear: I’ll be spending time outside with my husband, stepdaughters, two cats, one dog and the best $500 I’ve ever spent.
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STYLE NEWS
Avril Loreti for Canvas polyfilled polyester TOSS CUSHIONS, 18", $25 each, melamine DISHES, from $4 each, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
BRIGHT IDEAS
Snappy colourful patterns just right for warm spring days are the focus of this year’s DESIGNED IN CANADA SERIES, part of Canadian Tire’s Canvas collection. Adorned with designer Avril Loreti’s signature graphics, these dishes, toss cushions and umbrellas mean serious fun in the sun.
TEAK-ED OFF
Urban Barn is expanding its outdoor Sumatra collection with the addition of an extendable teak table that matches its popular folding chairs. May TwoFour weekend is looking up! Sumatra teak 5-piece DINING SET, $1,299, Urban Barn, urbanbarn.com.
Turn happy hour on the patio into dinner hour like magic with this adjustable-height coffee table.
TROPICAL HEATWAVE FLAMINGOS, FRUITS AND FAN PALMS – OUR FAVOURITE HOT-WEATHER MOTIFS ARE STILL GOING STRONG. GET IN ON THE
TABLE SERVICE HOW GENIUS IS THIS? THE CAYMAN OUTDOOR CONVERSATION SET FROM
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SEARS INCLUDES THIS COFFEE TABLE
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THAT HANDILY CONVERTS TO DINING
PC Flamingo and Pineapple GLASSES, $4 each, Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, superstore.ca.
HEIGHT WITH THE PUSH OF A LEVER. Teak polywood 4-piece Cayman CONVERSATION SET, $1,199, Sears, sears.ca.
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THE N AT U R A L WAY TO NOURISH Introducing new Skin Nourishment SPF 15 Day Lotion and Night Cream with royal jelly. Harness the power of nature to nourish your skin today and ensure its healthy looking future. BurtsBees.ca
STYLE NEWS
Yes, we know it’s a splurge, but oh! How beautiful is this patio umbrella?
WATER WORLD
▲ Cirque square acrylic and teak UMBRELLA in Charcoal and Whitecap, 9', $4,100 US, Santa Barbara Designs, sbumbrella.com.
Stay hydrated this spring with Brita’s limited edition bottle featuring a builtin filter, and you’ll give a year of clean water to someone in Kenya! Wonder just how much this can change a life? Check out styleathome.com/kenya and follow one community’s journey to clean water.
We all wish we could summer in the Hamptons with Diddy and the Seinfelds, but sometimes it’s just as good to be at home – albeit surrounded by the SOPHISTICATED ACCENTS someone like, say, Martha Stewart might have at her East Hampton digs. Employ these outdoor pieces to create your own private oasis.
▲ Brita BPA-free plastic limited-edition Me to We Statement WATER BOTTLE, $20, Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, superstore.ca.
▶ Aluminum and glass
Morency LANTERNS in Bronze, from $165 US each, RH Restoration Hardware, rh.com.
◀ Aluminum and teak Breeze
ARMCHAIR with Sunbrella acrylic cushions in White, $2,725, Elte, elte.com.
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Stainless steel FlexSystem WASHER & DRYER, $4,699 per 2-piece set, Samsung, samsung.ca.
STEAMING LG COMES TO THE RESCUE OF YOUR DELICATES WITH ITS STYLER STEAM CLOTHING CARE SYSTEM, WHICH GENTLY REFRESHES, SANITIZES AND DRIES YOUR CLOTHES IN ONE STYLISH SLENDER UNIT. LG Styler STEAMER, $3,199, LG, lg.com.
IF IT UNLOCKS THE FULL POTENTIAL OF ANY COLOUR...
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DESSERT OF THE MONTH
layered
lemon cake
Pucker up, baby! It’s time to wake the senses and welcome spring with a delectably dense cake richly flavoured with the zingy, light and refreshing taste of citrus. Perfect for Mother’s Day (or, let’s be real, any day), it’s destined to become your new family favourite.
RECIPE JENNIFER BARTOLI | PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI | FOOD STYLING CLAIRE STUBBS | PROP STYLING ANN MARIE FAVOT
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DESSERT OF THE MONTH
INGREDIENTS MAKES 1 THREE-LAYER CAKE
Lemon Cake 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1¾ cups granulated sugar + more for garnish 4 eggs 1 tbsp freshly grated lemon zest 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1⅔ cups 2% milk 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice Blackberries for garnish Lemon slices in simple syrup for garnish
Lemon-Cream Cheese Icing 1 250-g package cream cheese, softened ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened 4 cups icing sugar 2 tbsp store-bought lemon curd 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 350°F. To make the lemon cake, beat the butter with the sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time; beat in the lemon zest and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Gently fold in the lemon juice (the batter will look curdled). Divide the batter evenly among three greased and parchment paper-lined 8" round cake pans. Bake until a cake tester inserted in the centre of each cake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the cakes cool in the pans on racks for 10 minutes; remove the cakes from the pans and carefully return to the racks to cool completely. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the icing. Beat the cream cheese with the butter in a large bowl until smooth. Add the icing sugar, one-third at a time, beating until the mixture is smooth.
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Add the lemon curd and lemon juice and beat until smooth. To assemble, place one cake layer on a cake plate and spread a generous ⅔ cup icing over the top. Place the next layer on top of the iced cake and spread another ⅔ cup icing overtop. Repeat with the remaining cake layer. Dip the blackberries in a small shallow bowl filled with granulated sugar until coated. Arrange the berries on the top of the cake and add a few slices of preserved lemon. Refrigerate the cake until the icing firms up, about 30 minutes; slice and serve.
tip Make lemons in simple syrup by dissolving 2 cups granulated sugar in 2 cups boiling water and adding lemon slices; reduce heat and cook until the liquid is syrupy and the lemons are translucent, 30 to 45 minutes. Let cool and place on top of the iced cake with the sugarcoated blackberries.
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Our loft-style breakfast nook was ordered up on two different budgets. Can you tell the difference?
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$35 9 Cotton Vibe TOSS CUSHION with feather-down insert, 18", CB2, cb2.ca.
2 Large brass and white glass Hicks ball PENDANT LIGHT, Union Lighting and Furnishings, unionlf.com.
$45
$3,400 3 Purchased ARTWORK, from $400, Partial Gallery, partial.gallery.
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4 Kravitz Design dyed leather Rake Black Nickel CHAIR with gunmetalplated steel frame, CB2, cb2.com.
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10 Large stoneware Trigg WALL VASE with electroplated brass frame, CB2, cb2.ca.
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5 Polyamide Docksta DINING TABLE base, $269, IKEA, ikea.ca; custom round honed Carrara marble TOP, 40", $1,054, Keramin Canada, keramin.ca.
$61 8 Cotton Intersections TOSS CUSHION with microfibre insert, 20", Tonic Living, tonicliving.com.
1 Polyurethane Newport White PANELLING, $32 per 1' x 4' panel, Polyurestone, polyurestone.com.
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$85 12 Kate Spade New York Curiosities linen Fauna FABRIC in Flaxseed, $153 per yard, through designers, Kravet Canada, kravetcanada.com; down-filled cotton Fjädrar TOSS CUSHION INSERT, 20", $8, IKEA, ikea.ca.
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$85US
$149
13 Stoneware Textured Abstract pour-over COFFEE DRIPPER & MUG in Black Wash, Slash of Blue, slashofblue.etsy.com.
7 Hammered-metal Lava VASE, 15", Mobilia, mobilia.ca. HIGH & LOW Painted fibreboard Sektion CABINET with Voxtorp FRONTS in White, IKEA, ikea.ca; Allure locking vinyl FLOORING in White Maple, The Home Depot, homedepot.ca.
$200US
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$619
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9 Cotton Heirloom FABRIC in Grey, $12 per yard, Len’s Mill Stores, lensmill.com; down-filled cotton Fjädrar TOSS CUSHION INSERT, 20”, $8, IKEA, ikea.ca.
$196
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$299 4 Leather Adam CHAIR in Black with chrome legs, Mobilia, mobilia.ca.
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10 Ceramic slanting VASE, $15, RustOleum Specialty Appliance EPOXY in White, $10, The Home Depot, homedepot.ca.
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6 Polyester Etched FABRIC, $14 per yard, Tonic Living, tonicliving.com.
8 Chasity Smith cotton Stokedelic TOSS CUSHION in Midnight with down-alternative insert, 20”, Minted, minted.com.
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$48 US 12 Up Up Creative cotton Modern Math TOSS CUSHION with down-alternative insert, 20", Minted, minted.com.
$77 13. Stoneware pour-over COFFEE DRIPPER with wooden handle, $70 US, Hand and Fire, handandfire.etsy.com; black clay MUG, $7, CB2, cb2.com.
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BALLS & CHAINS Trendy drop lights are all very nice, but for a look that goes with any decorating aesthetic, a globe-style pendant is the classic choice. Available at virtually every price point, these sleek beauties will always be hanging around.
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469US Patinated brass Fuller in Natural Brass with clear glass shade, Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. schoolhouseelectric.com.
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Cantilevered chairs speak of Modernist design and industrial elements, neat and airy silhouettes, and that fine balance between form and function. Although celebrated architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and designer Lilly Reich’s MR50 chair of 1929-30 (better known as the Brno, named for the location of the Czech villa it was originally designed to inhabit) has reached icon status, it was not the first of its kind. Our High and Low cantilevered chairs also borrow from the B33 piece designed by Hungarian-born architect Marcel Breuer in 1926, Dutch architect and furniture designer Mart Stam’s 1926 S33 chair and Mies van der Rohe’s MR10 and MR20 chairs of 1927. Whatever their lineage, these beautifully proportioned and surprisingly supportive seats are still an elegant addition to any design lover’s space.
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Kravitz Design dyed leather Rake Black Nickel CHAIR with gunmetal-plated steel frame, $449, CB2, cb2.ca.
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Toronto’s Partial Gallery offers artwork for rent as well as for sale!
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shades of spring Our breakfast nook relies on a black and white envelope to let the colours of fresh blooms and artwork pop. Here are our favourite accent hues of the season.
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1 Beauti-Tone Go Go Glow B18-3-0828-0, Home Hardware, homehardware.ca; 2 Savannah Rose 70RR 27/375, CIL Paint, cil.ca; 3 Freshener P5033-41, Para Paints, para.com; 4 Outgoing Orange SW 6641, Sherwin-Williams, sherwin-williams.com.
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“For decorating an outdoor space, my number one tip is not to compete with nature,” says decorator Cynthia Weber of her idyllic Ontario porch. To that end, she selected low-slung seating and a monochromatic palette in patterns that don’t beg for attention. “Enhance views – don’t detract from them,” she says. And with such verdant greenery and pretty dappled sunlight, why on earth would you want to?
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landscape beyond her Huron County, Ont., porch, she also adores sitting and staring in the other direction: facing her 1878 home’s stone walls. “The mind boggles to think how much effort went into constructing this house, from hauling the stone via horse and cart to building it without modern machinery,” says Cynthia. “Plus, I’m mesmerized by the plethora of colour in the stonework.” That’s why, when decorating the sprawling 650-square-foot wraparound, she took palette inspiration from the stones themselves, opting for grey, black and white to complement the house rather than compete with it – in fact, it’s one of her porch decorating rules. Here, Cynthia shares her five other secrets to creating her outdoor space, which truly shines in the sun.
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Step outside, and your porch should feel like an extension of the room you just came from – so opt for similar colours, patterns and accents. The stripes used in Cynthia’s kitchen are echoed here, pretty country crockery is proudly on display in a stunning indoorstyle vignette, and even the coffee table has interior provenance. “In the spirit of complete transparency, it’s a living room ottoman,” admits Cynthia, who had it slipcovered in an outdoor fabric and added casters so she could wheel it out of the rain when needed.
3. GO GREEN Essential to Cynthia’s outdoor style, fresh-cut flowers and lush plantings are peppered everywhere. “I keep things monochromatic using varying shades of the same hue,” she says. “I love the subtlety of it.” Even better? When she switches up the plant life – which she does often – she gives her porch a new look by introducing a different colour.
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4. REPURPOSE PRETTY PIECES The indoor-outdoor coffee table isn’t the only piece Cynthia adopted from elsewhere. The bench – which seats six and accommodates catnaps – was salvaged from one of her decorating projects and the shelf brackets were constructed from leftover corbels found in the basement. “They’re the same ones used along our roofline, so it’s a fun, unexpected repetition,” she says.
5. STRIKE A POSE Stunning vignettes are a key ingredient of any well-styled home, so why should a pretty porch be any different? When curating hers, Cynthia chose an ornate vintage side table and shelves stocked with antique crockery and glass water bottles; her handy husband made the wooden tapas tray. And for something completely natural, she included an empty wasps’ nest, found at the edge of the forest, for its texture and sculptural look.
DESIGN, Cynthia Weber Design, cynthiaweber.com; Stonington Gray HC-170 FLOOR PAINT, Benjamin Moore; COFFEE TABLE (customized), SIDECHAIR, Gresham House Furniture; pinstripe COFFEE TABLE SLIPCOVER, BENCH CUSHION & TOSS CUSHION FABRIC, JF Fabrics; TRAY, Cynthia Weber Design; solid TOSS CUSHION FABRIC, Kravet Canada; GREENERY, Huron Ridge Acres; BOWL, Bradshaws.
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W CANVAS Playa Collection resin-wicker and steel Cabo PATIO CHAIR, $65, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
X CANVAS melamine Sol BOWLS with hand-painted design, $3.99 each, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
X CANVAS copper-finish and glass Oxford LANTERN with flameless candle, $59.99, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
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As the weather turns warm, it’s easy to imagine being in a lush tropical setting where relaxing is the only task on your to-do list. Luckily, the CANVAS™ line from Canadian Tire™ features gorgeous outdoor-living products that will bring covetable coastal style to your own backyard – no passport or suitcase required. We teamed up with the brand to create our own dreamy outdoor retreat, outfitting the space with elegant yet rustic-inspired furnishings, hits of saturated blue (seen in the bold patterned toss cushions) and eye-catching patio accessories. Our home & style director, Ann Marie Favot, also hand-picked a few of her favourite pieces from the CANVAS line, including sleek steel and resin-wicker patio chairs, stylish vintage-look copper lanterns and a stunning chandelier with solar-powered LED lighting. The best part? Each piece is outdoor-friendly yet sophisticated enough to use indoors when the weather gets colder. The result is like blissfully escaping to a European terrace, where relaxing afternoons and lingering alfresco meals are a weekly ritual – and home becomes your own little slice of paradise to enjoy all summer.
X CANVAS Lakeside metal Solar CHANDELIER with solar-powered LED lighting, $89.99, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
X CANVAS ceramic Jasper PLANTER (plant not included), 7", $17.49, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.
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1. TOILE TALES Whenever French designer Valerie Delaire moves, she takes this 18th-century toile de Jouy print with her. In fact, it became the point of departure for her entire abode in Bordeaux, France. Given pride of place above the dining room table in the open-concept space, it echoes the palette and picks up on other eraappropriate pieces like the antique sideboard and living room’s Bergère chairs.
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When it comes to wall paint, don’t be afraid of the dark. Paired with quiet neutrals and classic accents, deep inky hues can actually bring you a step closer to the decorating light – here’s how.
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3. COLOUR CURATOR Even a strict palette (black, blue and ecru, oh my!) can accommodate a little extra colour. The only off-palette piece (and only slightly at that) is the grid artwork that introduces a dose of fuchsia to the living room. Done by the homeowner’s daughter, the painting has special meaning and is tucked in a corner to serve as a surprise rather than a focal point.
4. THE FINE PRINTS So your room is awash in solids and you’re craving
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a little pattern play? Satisfy the need for pretty prints and artisanal relics with petite temporary pieces like serveware. Mix prints and styles, but echo the colour scheme to provide ad hoc eye candy that doesn’t distract from the space as a whole.
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Consider natural light an essential accent for a dark room, and make the most of what you’ve got. Here, a large leaning mirror is positioned to bounce the sun’s rays all over the room.
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drama from a trompe l’oeil wallpaper posing as a bookcase stocked with antique reads.
Bold walls call for neutral furnishings, but they don’t need to be boring. A carefree mix of styles – like the contemporary table, Mid-Century Modern chairs, classic Berber rug and antique sideboard, all in the blue, black and ecru palette – keep this duochromatic dining room from feeling dull.
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7. TROMPE CARD To offset the deep blues beautifying the main living area, the designer dared to go even darker in the entryway. Painted all black (the ceiling too!), the small space gets a dose of texture and
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Forget the feature wall! Tempered up top but bold at the bottom, this colourblocked bedroom exemplifies the interesting yet effortless wall treatments that can be done at the cost of a can (or two) of paint. We like to think of it as “modern wainscotting” – and a chance to live with bold colour sans total commitment. (PRO TIP: Make your ceiling seem higher by using its colour for the upper part of the wall.)
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Peppy polka dots, big stripes and bursts of sunshiny yellow create a kid-friendly space with room to grow. TEXT CHRISTY WRIGHT | PHOTOGRAPHY ASHLEY CAPP
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PREVIOUS PAGE Homeowner Candace Alongi painted the bed frame electric yellow to make a bright statement against the otherwise black and white colour scheme. Small triangular decals turn a plain wall into a focal point. “I chose them because I have no experience in hanging wallpaper, and they were super easy to apply,” says Candace. Positioning the bed and area rug against the wall, rather than under the window, allows for open floor space (all the better for playing on) and makes the 150-square-foot room seem bigger. RIGHT With the bedroom’s colour scheme in mind, Candace made
cheap and cheerful artwork by framing prints she designed and found online. The boldly striped teepee, while a decorative focal point, is absolutely child-friendly. “It’s lightweight,” says Candace, “so [my son] Massimo can drag it around the room and position it in different spots.” She added in a furry throw and toss cushions for coziness. BELOW “I specifically installed the bookshelf low on the wall so Massimo could reach his books,” says Candace. The lacquered nightstand is both stylish and practical – its one large drawer houses more books and small toys.
▶▶ The classic rhyme says little boys are made of “snips and
snails and puppy dog tails.”
But lifestyle blogger Candace Alongi of The Minted Mama didn’t subscribe to tradition when decorating a bedroom for her four-year-old son, Massimo. “I wanted an unexpected black and white colour scheme – not standard boy blues,” says Candace. “Yellow is one of my favourite colours so I made it the one pop in the room.” Having already designed a bright gender-neutral nursery for Massimo (featured in Style at Home’s June 2016 issue) that easily transitioned to a girl’s space when his baby sister Gemma (now 18 months) was born, Candace knew just how to decorate her son’s first big-boy bedroom. While her palette ensured freshness, fun and energy, it was equally important that the design have longevity. “I avoided making it too childish – which is tempting with kids’ rooms – because I wanted a space Massimo wouldn’t soon outgrow,” says Candace. “One that could suit him five, even 10, years from now.”
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RIGHT & BELOW Stripes, polka dots and other geometric shapes add youthfulness and interest to the minimalist palette.
“I AVOIDED MAKING IT TOO CHILDISH – WHICH IS TEMPTING WITH KIDS’ ROOMS – BECAUSE I WANTED A SPACE MASSIMO WOULDN’T SOON OUTGROW.” Candace started with his bed. “It’s toddler-size now, but the frame can be extended into a twin so it’ll grow with him,” she explains. To fend off the child-centric look, she chose a sleek nightstand and dresser. “These pieces are definitely not kids’ furniture, but they complement the bed because they have a modern low-profile design,” says Candace. “Plus, they’re black, which will work when Massimo’s a teenager.” Yet for all its long-term practicality, this is still very much a little one’s room. Whimsical decals and artwork enliven the walls, while toys, trucks and a teepee layer in the fun elements kids crave. “Massimo loves playing in his room,” says Candace. “And at nap time, he takes his favourite books into his teepee and reads them until he falls asleep.” Anyone with a four-year-old boy in the house will agree – that is, indeed, a pretty great design. DESIGN, Candace Alongi, themintedmama.com; Pure White 7005 WALL PAINT, Sherwin-Williams; Baby Chick 2023-20 BED FRAME PAINT, Benjamin Moore; BED FRAME, FRAMES, striped BLANKET, IKEA; NIGHTSTAND, DRESSER, Structube; TEEPEE, The Land of Nod; DRAPERY, sheepskin THROW, black TOSS CUSHION, yellow TOSS CUSHION, HomeSense; PENDANT LIGHT, Shades of Light; spotted TOSS CUSHION, Tonic Living; striped TOSS CUSHION, BunBunBaby; custom WALL DECALS, Side Effects Graphics; TOY BLOCKS, Ella+Elliot.
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Six ways to build a stylish outdoor space that the whole family – from tots to adults – will use with glee. TEXT ERYN CHESNEY PHOTOGRAPHY JANIS NICOLAY
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There's a whole world of beautiful outdoor furniture,
as well as a never-ending supply of backyard toys for kids, but how do you create a space that stylishly incorporates both? That was the task at hand for landscape designers Caitlin and Owen Black of Aloe Designs in this Richmond, B.C., backyard. The lacklustre yard of lawn, trees
and basic paving stones was a true blank slate. The homeowners – finance professionals with two young daughters – desperately wanted a retreat where they could unwind and entertain, but they didn’t want to sacrifice room for their kids to enjoy many summer days playing outside. So the designers beautifully blended style and function to create an outdoor oasis fit for the whole family. Here’s how they did it.
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FLEX YOUR GREEN THUMB Containers let you incorporate lowmaintenance greenery into your yard without occupying space for games of tag or water balloon fights. Fill them with fragrant culinary herbs like lavender, rosemary and lemongrass for an aromatic element that will also amplify homecooked meals.
1. CREATE ROOMS “Consider each area of your yard its own room that also works within the landscape as a whole,” suggests designer Caitlin Black. Delineating areas for adults to cook, lounge and entertain, as well as spots for kids to play, organizes your yard and creates the illusion of space – which is especially important for any mid-sized city property, like this 2,500-square-foot one.
2. GO CUSTOM A lot of kids’ toys and play structures just aren’t that aesthetically pleasing. Avoid having your yard look like a nursery school by investing in custom pieces that fit within your existing style, such as this playhouse (built by Aloe
Designs), which is modern and architectural instead of pink and plastic. Being part of the design process allows you to create something you know your kids will love and use over time – not just for a few weeks.
3. MAKE IT MINI Petite furniture and accent rugs liven up a playhouse, making it a fun and comfortable spot for kids to let their imaginations run wild while the grown-ups relax nearby.
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"Consider each area of your yard its own room that also works within the landscape as a whole."
Plush outdoor furniture makes this seating area a true extension of the kitchen it flows out from. Stylish elements like the striped navy and white toss cushions and wooden side tables give off a sophisticated modern vibe while still being durable enough to handle muddy fingers and spills.
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DESIGN, LANDSCAPING, Aloe Designs, aloedesigns.com; SOFA, ARMCHAIRS, SIDE TABLES, RH Restoration Hardware; UMBRELLA, Crate and Barrel; covered FIREPIT, Solus Decor; PLANTERS, Atlas Pots; playhouse TABLE & CHAIRS, IKEA; striped TOSS CUSHIONS, Pottery Barn.
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WASTE NO SPACE Even an unassuming spot adorned with simple pavers and groundcover has an important purpose: It’s a place for the kids to make chalk art and play school, whether it’s Daddy or a set of stuffed animals in attendance.
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The kitchen’s simple yet elegant look belies its powerhouse punch. “It has everything we need,” says one of the owners of this Toronto home, “including a built-in TV and sound system, a 36-inch six-burner range with a pot filler and two ovens – even a steam one.”
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Toronto designer Cameron MacNeil shook up a first-floor layout to make room for a couple’s dream kitchen. TEXT CHRISTY WRIGHT | PHOTOGRAPHY ANGUS FERGUSSON
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FLOOR PLANS The small galley kitchen was cramped and crowded, allowing little room for these home cooks to hone their craft.
BEFORE TINY GALLEY KITCHEN
A 300-square-foot addition, plus devoting a large part of the old floor plan to one airy open-concept space, gave the homeowners their dream kitchen.
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“It’s a joy to cook here and have guests gather at the island for drinks and conversation.”
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PREVIOUS PAGE The fridge was the only piece of the reno that didn’t go according to the original plan: Pre-construction, designer Cameron MacNeil suggested changing the fridge from a model with one large door to a French door option. “Its door swing takes up less space,” he explains. LEFT Tucked into a corner of the kitchen, a TV is accessible without being too noticeable thanks to the eye-catching Roman shade fabric next to it. “The TV was positioned so we could watch the morning news while having coffee at the island,” says one of the homeowners. “It swivels out then ‘disappears’ back into the niche when not being used.”
extension that would accommodate an open-concept kitchen and family room. That is, until designer Cameron MacNeil arrived. Having transformed two of the homeowners’ former properties, Cameron signed on to design the 300-square-foot addition and knew he wanted to rejig the plan from the get-go. Knowing that proper living rooms are so rarely used, Cameron campaigned to nix the room entirely and instead transform it into a formal dining room at the front of the house. He added a petite powder room (the first floor was previously devoid of one) and opened up the rest of the main floor to accommodate an even larger kitchen-slash-family room. After all, these homeowners – who are avid cooks and love hosting dinner parties – planned to use the kitchen. A lot. And a large space was essential to accommodate all their desired features: two ovens, a butler’s pantry and a show-stopping seven-foot waterfalledged-quartz island. (There are hidden six-inch-deep cupboards on the side with the stools – perfect for storing lesser-used items – and a built-in garbage disposal and dishwasher on the other.)
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But among these splurges – including chefworthy appliances – there is modesty in the clean, pared-back design and budget-friendly elements, such as the vinyl wallpaper backsplash used on the side walls. “I love its subtle grasscloth-like texture,” says Cameron. “Plus, it’s wipeable and can be easily changed.” Such practicality in no way hindered the space’s charm. “The home has a classic aesthetic, and I wanted the kitchen to reference that but feel contemporary at the same time,” says the designer, who aptly chose customstained white oak floors and a soft grey palette as the envelope. “It’s a joy to cook here and have guests gather at the island for cocktails and conversation,” says one of the homeowners. “And whether or not we’re cooking and entertaining, just being in our kitchen is a real treat.” This reno just goes to show: Mixing form and function is always the recipe for success.
Wooden stools and hardwood floors warm up this sleek white and grey space.
RIGHT “This pantry leads to the dining room, and is super convenient – we use it every day,” says one of the homeowners. Though shallow, it features ample storage space, a microwave and a sink. “Plus, when we have a dinner party, dishes can sit here out of sight so the kitchen stays clutter-free,” she adds. DESIGN, Cameron MacNeil, cameronmacneil.com; ARCHITECTURE, Spragge + Company Architects; Classic Gray OC-23 WALL & CABINETRY PAINT, Benjamin Moore; vinyl WALLPAPER, Thibaut at Kravet Canada; COUNTERTOPS, Caesarstone Canada; REFRIGERATOR, Sub-Zero and Wolf; COOKTOP, OVENS, Caplan’s Appliances; STOOLS, Shelter; ROMAN SHADE FABRIC, Robert Allen; ROMAN SHADE SEWING, Blinds, Drapes and Bedding; RUNNER, Elte; Composition 14-2 ARTWORK by Isabelle Trudel-Benoit, Canvas Gallery; PENDANT LIGHTS, Cocoon Furnishings; FAUCETS, Mist Bath; CABINETRY HARDWARE, Ginger’s.
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LET IT FLOW Throw open your doors and windows this month as spring finally takes centre stage. This is the time to embrace Mother Nature’s whimsical decorations – from bud to bloom and beyond – and decorate naturally, inside and out.
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greener A light-ямБlled country ranch offers room for the whole family, even the members with four legs. TEXT IRIS BENAROIA PHOTOGRAPHY JANIS NICOLAY
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The pale, pared-back dining area of this Langley, B.C., farmhouse boasts a Scandi-chic feel. The blond wood table and minimalist chairs blend beautifully into their wood-and-white envelope. DESIGN, Scott Posno Design, scottposno.com; CONTRACTING, Rockridge Fine Homes; Simply White OC-117 WALL PAINT (throughout main living area), Benjamin Moore; FLOORING (throughout main living area), Stone Tile International; DINING TABLE, Provide Home; DINING CHAIRS, Vancouver Special; RUG, Salari Fine Carpet Collections.
city house is fine for a couple of chihuahuas, but pets with nostrils the size of apples need breathing room. With nine horses and three big dogs, this empty nester needed more space. She was living near the Southlands, a community on the west side of Vancouver that, though pretty, lacked the land needed for her horses to really get their trot on. She always fantasized about moving to a rural setting, and this patch of paradise in Langley, B.C., fit the bill. Located on four verdant acres, the property is conveniently next door to the homeowner’s eldest daughter, who is also an equestrian. When the place went up for sale, she seized the opportunity and made an offer. “This was the awesome acreage I had dreamed of owning, where I could have my animals right where I live,” she says. “In the city, I had to go to a barn to ride. But here, I look out my window and see horses – it’s a dream come true.”
LEFT The sprawling kitchen has tons of room to entertain and move around when family visits. Even better, there are plenty of places for people to sit while dinner is being made, from the dining table to the generous 12-foot island, which hides builtin recycling and garbage bins, a wine fridge and storage for extra dishware. Open shelves break up the cabinetry and offer a modern counterpoint to the traditional Shaker-style doors. Custom CABINETRY, ISLAND & FLOATING SHELVES, JMV Woodworks; stainless steel COUNTERTOPS, Leading Edge Counters; BACKSPLASH TILES, Olympia Tile + Stone; STOOLS, IKEA; PENDANT LIGHTS, Robinson Lighting & Bath Centre.
To establish a country mood, designer Scott Posno devised a kitchen with traditional elements, such as the Shaker-style cabinetry, beadboard island backing and subway tile backsplash. He introduced a contemporary edge with stainless steel countertops while gleaming polished nickel pendant lights hit a gorgeous retro note. APPLIANCES, Midland Appliance; FAUCETS, Splashes Bath & Kitchen; CABINETRY HARDWARE, Richelieu Hardware.
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It took about a month for a stonemason to fabricate this hunky beauty of a fireplace out of local basalt ledgestone. It’s broken up by a Douglas fir mantel. “The homeowner used to have a cabin on B.C.’s Hornby Island with a big stone fireplace, so we replicated it,” says Scott. FIREPLACE SURROUND, Adera Natural Stone Supply; custom MANTEL, Rockridge Fine Homes; SIDECHAIR, Inform Interiors; custom SIDE TABLE, Lock & Mortice.
OPPOSITE, TOP Sure, wear your shoes indoors – muddy dog paws are welcome, too, because chic yet durable porcelain floor tiles run throughout the main living area. “They’re bulletproof,” says Scott. “They could be used at a swimming pool. They’ll definitely stand up to all the dog traffic here.” SECTIONAL, Inform Interiors; COFFEE TABLE, white TOSS CUSHION, LUMBAR CUSHIONS, Vancouver Special; RUG, Salari
Fine Carpet Collections; large grey TOSS CUSHIONS, Provide Home.
OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT A barely-there bench decorated with a fuzzy throw and lumbar cushion subtly enlivens a quiet wall in the dining area of the great room. Custom BENCH, Lock & Mortice; Without ARTWORK by Heather Craig, Art Rental & Sales; LUMBAR CUSHION, Vancouver Special.
“The farmhouse on the property, with its wraparound veranda, was cute,” says the homeowner. “But it wasn’t well built.” Plus, it was two storeys, with the kitchen on the upper floor. “I’m 67 years old – I don’t want to be doing too many stairs!” she says with a laugh. And so she decided to build a house from scratch. On a friend’s recommendation, she tapped local designer Scott Posno for the project. Known for his airy contemporary abodes, the custom-home designer brought the same sensibility here: Lean and unassuming, the 3,200-square-foot grey-shingled ranch respectfully blends into the landscape. It sits next to a charming old red barn that was retained during the year-long overhaul that commenced in spring 2014. Indoors, it’s all about the open-concept layout. “We were after a ground-oriented house that came from the client’s wish to be able to walk directly outside from any room without STYLEATHOME.COM MAY 2017
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the interruption of stairs,” says Scott. Patios situated off both sides of the main living area (which has an exposed cathedral ceiling that soars to an incredible 20 feet) blur the line between inside and out. “There are nine sets of glass doors off the main-floor living areas alone,” Scott adds. This abundance of glass ensures natural light blissfully fills the home. There’s always a snippet of sun, sky and a sauntering horse or two in view, wherever one happens to be sitting. The master bedroom and bath are on the main level, so Scott dedicated the second floor – boasting three bedrooms and two baths – to the homeowner’s five children and five grandkids, who visit often. “It never feels too crowded, even though we’re a big group,” she says. For this tight-knit family, the roomy ranch is the fulfillment of a dream that started with their love of the countryside. “I’m so happy here,” says the homeowner. “I built this place so all the kids could come with their children and their dogs, because they all have big dogs, too,” she says. “There’s a great big pen for all of them to run around in. It’s a perfect spot for my family to vacation and enjoy country life.”
ABOVE A modern geometric poster echoes the lines in the stair rail and canted ceiling. The stairs lead to the second level, which is entirely designated to visiting family members. The homeowner’s bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor. SIDE TABLES, Barter; RUG, Salari Fine Carpet Collections; PRINT, The Poster Club.
"This was the awesome acreage I had dreamed of owning, where I could have my animals right where I live."
Scott installed a skylight in an upstairs bathroom to flood it with natural light – after all, the entire home gets great light, so why should this room be any different? White honeycomb floor tiles run right into the shower for a seamless look. “We also used the same cabinet design as in the kitchen to tie the spaces together,” notes Scott. FLOOR & SHOWER TILES, Daltile; VANITY HARDWARE, Richelieu Hardware.
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One of the homeowners of this North Vancouver abode loves to cook, so where better to indulge that hobby than in an airy cleanlined kitchen like this one? Basics prevail, but big-deal details, such as the sleek white oak cabinetry and subway-tile-clad range hood, add drama. Open shelving offers easy access to tableware, ensuring the heart of the home remains guest- and family-friendly. DESIGN, JV Design Group, jvdesigngroup.com; CONTRACTING, CABINETRY, Bolder Homes; Simply White OC-117 WALL PAINT (throughout), Benjamin Moore; BACKSPLASH TILES, Ames Tile & Stone; RANGE, RANGE HOOD, SubZero and Wolf; OPEN SHELVES, ENH Cabinets; PENDANT LIGHTS, Park Studio; CABINETRY HARDWARE, Buster + Punch.
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How global accents made this home the best destination in the world for its owners.
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FRINGES AND TUFTS, TASSELS AND PUFFS – ALL IN A PRETTY PALETTE – ARE EVERYWHERE IN THIS NORTH VANCOUVER HOUSE, AND FOR THE YOUNG FAMILY THAT LIVES HERE, THE LOOK IS MEANT TO SAY, “WELCOME. THIS IS A DROP-BY, PLOP-DOWN, HANG-OUT HOME,” SAYS DESIGNER JOANNA VAGELATOS OF THE 4,000-SQUARE-FOOT ABODE. “Whether it’s a bunch of kids or a group of adults, there are always pops against neutral backgrounds, in bold stripes on woven toss lots of people here.” It’s one reason decorating with shaggy toss cushions and in saturated artwork, such as the destination prints cushions, woven throws and jute rugs made sense. “All that texture that seem like windows looking out to beach and desert. really absorbs the kid impact,” says the designer. “Smudges, spills “I decorate by impulse and intuition,” says Joanna. “For me, makand dents blend in. On smooth surfaces, that wouldn’t be the case.” ing decisions quickly often leads to great results.” One of those Of course, the biggest advantage of all this texture is that it looks great results was the kitchen. At first, the plan was to use Shakerso inviting. What kid wouldn’t want to flop face down onto a fuzzy style cabinetry in grey – a traditional choice that suits many aesbed cover? What adult doesn’t want to be surrounded by plump thetics. But why? thought Joanna. After all, the house was filled toss cushions while sipping wine on the sofa? And who wouldn’t with unexpected elements and natural materials, such as wool, want to hang out in a kitchen where spices and dry goods from fur and silk, so why not go for a kitchen with the same appeal? around the world are on display? That’s how sleek pale oak cabinetry entered the picture and the Joanna took her design cues from the range hood was atypically covered with the BELOW, LEFT Bowls, plates, cutting boards, family of four, which includes two kids, subway-tiled backsplash. The look is minbaskets, spices and a lemon squeezer: Behold ages four and six. “The mom has edge, and imalist, utilitarian and modern – reministhe tools of this family’s everyday culinary she does things her own unique way,” says cent of a sleek Nordic café, with light wood, efforts. The items make a modern and stylish the designer, noting that the family are avid clean lines and grounding black accents. display thanks to an emphasis on muted travellers. “So I didn’t want to deliver a typIf peeking into this unique home has colours and natural materials. ical four-bedroom suburban home.” you inspired, there are lots of ways to welBELOW, CENTRE This is an easygoing To achieve this interest and a sense of come the world into your own space. Fill household designed for hanging out anycoziness, Joanna looked beyond Canada’s your rooms with souvenirs from your travwhere. The eat-in area is where friends borders. Global accents became the theme. els. Seek out handmade housewares from share coffee and kids do crafts – so the window seat is covered with plush toss Some of the objects allude to trips the famother countries in your own city. And take cushions for comfort and features ample ily has taken together; others simply impart design cues from other cultures, adding storage underneath to hide toys and supplies. a sense of being on vacation…all year long. in shiny medallions, fuzzy fringes, woven TABLE, Rove Concepts; full-back CHAIR, Structube; The house has a quiet palette to balance pieces and tassels where they’re least stool-style CHAIRS, Vancouver Special; PENDANT the animated energy of young family life. expected. Hey, for most of us, home is our LIGHT, RH Baby & Child; built-in BENCH, ENH Cabinets; patterned TOSS CUSHION, The Citizenry. When colour appears, it does so in careful world! Why not decorate that way?
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LEFT & BELOW, CENTRE The living room is a globetrotter’s paradise, where a world of texture – from the fringed throws and beaded toss cushions to the tufted slipper chair and nubbly jute rug – invites comfort. The fireplace, which has a floor-to-ceiling surround of large rectangular marble tiles, is a cool counterpoint to the room’s cozy elements and echoes the Euro-chic look of the leather and chrome sidechairs. SOFA, SLIPPER CHAIR, The Cross Decor & Design; COFFEE TABLE, RH Restoration Hardware; RUG, RugsUSA.com; SCONCE, Cedar & Moss; FLOOR LAMP, Steelwood Design; THROWS, striped TOSS CUSHIONS, The Citizenry.
BELOW, RIGHT Oversized wooden knobs serve as hooks for rain jackets and backpacks, while the small bench makes pulling shoes and boots off (and on) easy. The cowhide throw ensures even the most utilitarian of spaces retains a sense of luxury. HOOKS, Vancouver Special; built-in BENCH, ENH Cabinets.
A live-edge wood table brings the forest into the dining room. The mismatched modern chairs keep the look eclectic and unfussy, while the desert print’s saturated colours catch the eye, the frame almost acting as a window to another land. DINING TABLE, Moe’s Home; full-back CHAIRS, Structube; stool-style CHAIRS, Vancouver Special; LIGHT FIXTURE, Park Studio; desert PRINT, Kara Rosenlund; BOWL, Martha Sturdy.
“I DECORATE BY IMPULSE AND INTUITION. For me, making decisions quickly often leads to great results.”
OPPOSITE With its clean industrial lines, natural materials and global accents – the distressed leather pouffe looks like it has been plucked from a Moroccan souk, while the mid-century-style chair is a classic – the office’s unique mix is pared back and appealing. DESK, BOOKCASES, RH Restoration Hardware; CHAIR, POUFFE, The Cross Decor & Design; cowhide RUG, IKEA; patterned RUG, HomeSense.
“THIS IS A DROP-BY, PLOP-DOWN, HANG-OUT HOME. Whether it’s a bunch of kids or a group of adults, there are always a lot of people here.“
RIGHT & BELOW, LEFT TO RIGHT The family room, which is open to the kitchen, boasts a mostly global appeal, while its cast-concrete fireplace has an earthy texture that suggests more modern urban architecture. Floor coverings, layered on top of each other, are reminiscent of a rug bazaar, and black, white and grey tribal-patterned toss cushions amplify the worldly feel. On the wall, a beach print featuring seaweed on the shore sets a relaxed tone for the room. SECTIONAL, COFFEE TABLE, patterned RUG, beaded TOSS CUSHION, The Cross Decor & Design; CONSOLES (flanking fireplace), ENH Cabinets; FIREPLACE SURROUND, DreamCast Design and Production; jute RUG, RugsUSA.com; beach PRINT, Kara Rosenlund; untitled ARTWORK (girl with bird), Zoë Pawlak; patterned TOSS CUSHIONS (on armchair and sectional), The Citizenry.
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BELOW, LEFT & RIGHT In the master bath, modern lighting and veined marble tiles were selected for their simplicity. Meanwhile, a dark towel, luxurious to the touch and flirty with fringes, hangs from dark hardware, something designer Joanna Vagelatos used throughout the fourbedroom house. VANITY, ENH Cabinets; SIDE TABLE (beside bath), The Cross Decor & Design; TOWEL, Drifter; VANITY HARDWARE, Buster + Punch.
BELOW, CENTRE Okay, it’s no yurt, but with its vaulted ceiling, white walls and fur coverlet, the master bedroom calls Mongolia – not Vancouver – to mind. A handwoven bolster cushion in sunset hues adds eye-catching vibrancy that complements the pale rug, which has subtle yet colourful confetti knots. BED FRAME, fur COVERLET, RH Restoration Hardware; NIGHTSTAND, RUG, The Cross Decor & Design; PENDANT LIGHT, Enoki; BOLSTER CUSHION, The Citizenry.
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When you’ve got a builder and a designer in the family, buying a home means focusing on the location – everything else can be fixed.
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Outside the kitchen of this Vancouver home, the covered patio features a massive skylight, a luxury that ampliďŹ es the open outdoor feel but still provides shelter from the elements. DESIGN, J. Bannister Homes, jbannisterhomes.ca; CONTRACTING & MILLWORK, J. Bannister Homes; SOFA, ARMCHAIRS, SIDE TABLES, RH Restoration Hardware.
The striking living room fireplace is made of one giant piece of carved granite, which required a crane to lift into the house. It’s complemented by the understated poured concrete hearth, placed at a comfortable height for extra seating when needed. Balboa Mist 1549 WALL PAINT (throughout main living area), Benjamin Moore; SECTIONAL, The Other Room; custom concrete HEARTH, Sticks and Stones Furniture; nesting SIDE TABLES, RUG, Inform Interiors; ROMAN SHADE, Castle Blinds.
spectacular home in an oceanside West Vancouver neighbourhood doesn’t just spring up overnight, even if it’s owned by an established builder-designer team. Julian Bannister (owner of J. Bannister Homes for 17 years) and his wife, Karen Sander (who acts as a designer on the majority of his projects), purchased this hillside lot 14 years ago for its breathtaking views and prime location – but didn’t start building their home here until much later. The couple knew the original house would eventually have to go. “It was a teardown when we bought it, with squirrels in the
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roof and raccoons under the deck, but we knew we wanted to build here,” says Karen. So they lived elsewhere while saving up to construct the perfect place from scratch. It was 2011 when the pair finally broke ground for their 7,000square-foot dream home, which took 20 months to complete and now boasts a view-maximizing outdoor space with a covered patio, open-air kitchen, a pool and a yard. And thanks to the advantage of experience, the couple had a firm concept of what would suit both their aesthetic and their family’s busy lifestyle. “I’m always drawn to a minimal modern look, but I knew it wasn’t realistic for us,” says Karen. “We’ve got a little pack of kids [ages 10,
OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT “My grandfather played it, my mom played it, and now my son’s playing it,” says homeowner Karen Sander of the 150-year-old grand piano in the living room. “It’s been through four generations with us.” An iron and crystal chandelier anchors the piano area, while a faux concrete feature wall lends interest.
OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT The library’s stained-oak bookcases display a collection of antique books and mementoes from places like Nigeria and India. “I envisioned a modern version of a traditional library,” says Karen. The chandelier is made of metal beads; Karen inherited the ornate 1870s English oak desk.
Concrete overlay WALL TREATMENT, Distinct Interiors; CHANDELIER, Lightopia.
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Two of the homeowners’ three kids, Gavin, 10, and Lexy, 11, catch up on their reading at the dining table. The salvaged Sealtest milk sign adds a pop of red that’s carried through the rest of the home.
11 and 12] – as well as a dog, rabbit, bird and fish – it’s a busy, crazy, chaotic household. We wanted comfort and something that reflected us.” So she and her husband created a contemporary envelope with modern elements and layered in treasured items and antiques for a truly eclectic look. The living room features the 150-year-old burled walnut grand piano that has been in Karen’s family for generations; the library showcases a collection of antique books, plus mementoes from their travels; and the family room is a veritable natural history museum full of items found on the beach or in the woods (the clan loves to gather feathers, shells and driftwood while on their frequent camping trips).
A wall of accordion doors opens the kitchen area to the porch.
In the kitchen, a traditional harvest table is surrounded by black, white and grey mid-century-style chairs. The series of hand-blown glass pendant lights hanging above is echoed in the row of jars and vases on the table. Mouse’s Back 40 CABINETRY PAINT, Farrow & Ball; DINING CHAIRS, Country Furniture; glass PENDANT LIGHTS, Niche Modern.
RIGHT, BOTTOM The kitchen’s bronze-clad range hood was treated to create an aged look. “I wanted its patina to tie in with the barnboard we used in the family room,” says Karen. The stunning backsplash is made of a single slab of travertine.
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To bring texture to the home’s neutral envelope, the couple incorporated an intriguing mix of materials – concrete, bronze, steel and 120-year-old Canadian barnboard, for example – that add interest and withstand wear and tear. “We do a lot of hardwood floors in lots of houses we build,” says Karen, “but they don’t always hold up to kids playing around on scooters and roller skates – so we went with travertine.” However, Karen doesn’t mind a bit of wear; in fact, she welcomes it. “The kitchen table is scratched and dented and has glitter glue stuck in the grooves – and it puts a smile on my face,” she says. “It means we’re really enjoying the space to its fullest.” And that’s what the couple built this house for: enjoying their life and family, and relishing every moment. FOR SOURCES, SEE OUR WORKBOOK
The dramatic mixture of materials continues into the master bedroom: A feature wall behind the bed is covered in lacquered cold-rolled steel panels and the gas fireplace surround is made of a single slab of travertine. Travertine FIREPLACE SURROUND, Stone Express; sheepskin RUG, Fibre by Auskin; CHANDELIER, RH Restoration Hardware; TABLE LAMPS, Lightopia; ROMAN SHADE, Castle Blinds; SIDECHAIRS (shown opposite, bottom right), The Other Room; NIGHTSTAND HARDWARE, Anthropologie.
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Hovering above the family room’s homework desk are cabinets made from 120-year-old barnboard gussied up with bronze hardware.
The master bathroom’s two vanities, made of stained wood and limestone, are the perfect marriage of form and function. With their mix of ample closed storage and clean-lined open shelving, they create a modern minimalistic floating look. FAUCETS, Blu Bathworks.
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CHOCOLATE-GLAZED DOUGHNUTS with Crunchy Almonds
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Quick: Name a treat you can never get enough of. If you said doughnuts, you’re in the right place! We’ve taken recipes for heavenly doughnuts – glazed, filled, powdered and topped – from My Sweet Kitchen, the new book by blogger and Instagram sensation Linda Lomelino, to indulge our sweet tooth this month. You’re welcome.
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CHOCOLATE-GLAZED DOUGHNUTS WITH CRUNCHY ALMONDS MAKES ABOUT 25 DOUGHNUTS
Doughnuts ⅔ cup whole milk ¼ cup warm water (104°F to 113°F) 1½ tsp active dry yeast 2 egg yolks, at room temperature 3 tbsp butter, at room temperature 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2¼ cups all-purpose flour ¾ tsp salt 2¼ cups vegetable oil, for frying Almond Topping 5¼ oz almonds, chopped (about 1¾ cups) 1 egg white 1 tsp water Pinch salt 2 tbsp granulated sugar ¼ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp salt
Chocolate Glaze 75 g milk chocolate, chopped (about ⅔ cup) 75 g dark chocolate, chopped (about ⅔ cup) 4 tbsp unsalted butter Heat the milk in a saucepan over low heat just until lukewarm. Meanwhile, whisk the warm water and yeast together in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir the yeast mixture again, then add the warm milk, egg yolks, butter and sugar. Stir until the butter has melted and all the ingredients are incorporated. Stir the flour and salt into the bowl and work through using your hands or the dough hook of a stand mixer until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and knead until STYLEATHOME.COM MAY 2017
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Classic DOUGHNUTS
smooth. Grease a large bowl; place the dough in the bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let rise until the dough has doubled in size, 1 to 1½ hours. Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and roll out to 3 8" to 5 8" thick. Using a circle cookie cutter or an upside-down glass 2½" to 2¾" in diameter, cut out as many little circles from the dough as you can. Using a smaller circle cookie cutter, 1" to 1¼" in diameter, cut out the centre of each circle of dough. Gather up the dough scraps into a ball, roll it out again and cut out more doughnuts the same way. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the doughnuts on it; cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let the doughnuts rise until doubled in size, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Pour the oil into a small heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat to 355°F. Lower one or two doughnuts into the hot oil with a slotted spoon and fry until golden, about 1 minute on each side. Handle the doughnuts carefully so you don’t press out the air bubbles that formed during rising. Lift the fried doughnuts out of the oil with the slotted spoon and drain on paper towels or a wire cooling rack set over parchment paper. Continue until all the doughnuts have been cooked. To make the almond topping, preheat the oven to 300°F. Place the almonds in a large bowl. Whisk the egg white, water and pinch of salt together in a small bowl. Add the egg white mixture to the almonds, stirring until the nuts are completely covered. Add the sugar, cinnamon and salt and stir until the almonds are coated. Spread the mixture on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake until the almonds are golden brown, 23 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Meanwhile, make the chocolate glaze. Place all the ingredients in a medium saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring, until melted. Pour the mixture into a deep bowl. Dip one side of each doughnut into the chocolate glaze and then sprinkle with the almond topping; serve immediately.
CLASSIC DOUGHNUTS MAKES ABOUT 30 DOUGHNUTS
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Doughnuts ¾ cup 2% milk 2 tbsp warm water (104°F to 113°F) 2¼ tsp active dry yeast 1 egg, at room temperature 3 tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature
¼ cup granulated sugar 2½ to 2¾ cups all-purpose flour ½ tsp salt 2¼ cups vegetable oil, for frying Confectioner’s sugar, for dusting (optional) Cinnamon Sugar Topping ¼ cup + 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2 tsp cinnamon Lemon Glaze 1¼ cups confectioner’s sugar 3 to 4 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice Finely grated zest of ½ lemon Chocolate Glaze 1 cup confectioner’s sugar ¼ cup cocoa powder 2 to 4 tbsp milk or water Prepare the dough as directed for ChocolateGlazed Doughnuts with Crunchy Almonds (see previous recipe). Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and roll out to 3 8" to 5 8 " thick. Using a circle cookie cutter or an upside-down glass 2½" to 2¾" in diameter, cut out as many little circles from the dough as you can. Using a smaller circle cookie cutter, 1" to 1¼" in diameter, cut out the centre of each circle of dough. Gather up the dough scraps into a ball, roll it out again and cut out more doughnuts the same way. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the doughnuts on it; cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let the doughnuts rise until doubled in size, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Pour the oil into a small heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat to 355°F. Lower one or two doughnuts into the hot oil with a slotted spoon and fry until golden, about 1 minute on each side. Handle the doughnuts carefully so you don’t press out the air bubbles that formed during rising. Lift the fried doughnuts out of the oil with the slotted spoon and drain on paper towels or a wire cooling rack set over parchment paper. Continue until all the doughnuts have been cooked. To make the cinnamon sugar, mix the ingredients together in a small bowl. Dip each doughnut into the mixture as soon as it is cooked and turn several times to coat. To make the lemon and chocolate glazes, combine the ingredients for the glaze of your choice in a small bowl until the mixture is thick. After the doughnuts have cooled a little, lay them out on parchment paper and spoon the glaze overtop.
DOUGHNUTS WITH CREAMY NUTELLA FILLING MAKES ABOUT 25 DOUGHNUTS
Doughnuts ¼ cup warm water (104°F to 113°F) 1½ tsp active dry yeast ⅔ cup whole milk 2 egg yolks, at room temperature 3 tbsp butter, at room temperature 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2¼ cups all-purpose flour ¾ tsp salt
2¼ cups vegetable oil, for frying Confectioner’s sugar, for dusting Nutella Filling 7 oz cream cheese ¾ cup Nutella Crunchy Topping 3 graham crackers or digestive biscuits 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 1 tsp cinnamon Pinch salt
Prepare the dough as directed for ChocolateGlazed Doughnuts with Crunchy Almonds (see recipe on previous page). Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and roll out to 3 8" to 5 8" thick. Using a circle cookie cutter or an upside-down glass 2½" to 2¾" in diameter, cut out as many little circles from the dough as you can. Gather up the dough scraps into a ball, roll it out again and cut out more doughnuts the same way. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the doughnuts on it; cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let the doughnuts rise until doubled in size, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Meanwhile, make the Nutella filling. Beat the cream cheese and Nutella in a medium bowl. Fit a pastry bag with a small tip (no larger than ¼" in diameter). Fill the bag with the Nutella filling, place the bag in a bowl, and refrigerate while you make the topping and fry the doughnuts. To make the crunchy topping, crush the graham crackers or pulse in a food processor until crumbs form; transfer to a small bowl. Add the confectioner’s sugar, cinnamon and salt and stir well; set aside. Pour the oil into a small heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat to 355°F. Lower one or two doughnuts into the hot oil with a slotted spoon and fry until golden, about 1 minute on each side. Handle the doughnuts carefully so you don’t press out the air bubbles that formed during rising. Lift the fried doughnuts out of the oil with the slotted spoon and drain on paper towels or a wire cooling rack set over parchment paper. Continue until all the doughnuts have been cooked. Dip each doughnut into the crunchy topping. Press the tip of the pastry bag into the side of each doughnut and fill with Nutella filling; insert the tip far enough in the doughnut that the filling doesn’t come out the sides. Dust with more confectioner’s sugar; serve immediately. STYLEATHOME.COM MAY 2017
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