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For me, well-being and being organized at home go hand in hand. No one wants to waste time looking for car keys, a special bracelet or their child’s favourite stuffed animal.

It’s frustrating, and frustrated is the opposite of the calm state of mind that’s necessary for a sense of well-being.

Home really is a sanctuary now. That’s why this issue is dedicated to creating a beautifully decorated, nurturing, well-ordered environment. I love the way designer Michelle Hurley transformed a home by rearranging its main-floor footprint to create space for the family to come together.

Then she decorated in a modern, spirited, soulful style (“Making Room,” page 78). You have to see her amazing organizing solution for the busy entryway. It’s a gorgeous piece of smart design – an orderly, sweet-looking mud room on a wall!

Speaking of entryways, we are so lucky to show you Jann Arden’s Toronto condo (her home away from her Alberta home), designed by Tommy Smythe and Laura Fremont (page 26). Tommy and Laura placed a stunning étagère in the entryway for books and lovely accents, so that as soon as Jann walks in, she sees the personal objects she prizes and feels more at home. Throughout the space, Jann’s values drove the decorating – she and Tommy are vegan, so cruelty-free furnishings were essential. I applaud that dedication to mindful design. Knowing yourself and being true to your values is, to me, at the heart of decorating for well-being.

We discuss this even further in Karl Lohnes’ interview with Alicia Ruach (page 40) and in our look at four different decorating approaches that promote well-being at home (page 36). The issue really is full of ideas for making your home a beautiful, nurturing space in your own special way.

I hope it inspires you!

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HOMES 52 WHY BE SHY?

This family home in midtown Toronto says no to bashful and yes to brilliant.

66 HIDDEN CHARMS

Peeling back the layers and adding a trove of found treasures made this diamond in the rough sparkle again.

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MAKING ROOM Designer Michelle Hurley revamps a cramped 20-year-old floor plan to create a free-flowing home for a fun-loving family.

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COLUMNS 9 STYLE NEWS

The best home decor products, trends and inspiring ideas.

14 HIGH OR LOW

One bistro setting is within reach if you have a sky-high budget and the other is best if you have high hopes. Which is which?

20 DESSERT OF THE MONTH Fluffy and delicious, Japanese pancakes are an anytime treat that can’t be beat.

24 DESIGN CLASSICS

The Duralex glass: Arren Williams dishes on what makes this iconic French glassware classic.

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DESIGN LESSON Samantha Pynn shows us how to take the boudoir from dreary to dreamy.

40 INSIDER’S VIEW

Centring her clients’ well-being and the health of the planet elevates Alicia Ruach’s work.

20 Japanese pancakes take dessert to new heights!

42 92 Fresh, foraged and farmed locally – that’s the secret to exquisite seasonal fare from Vancouver’s Acorn restaurant.

DECORATING 18 LOVE ACTUALLY

From glasses to dinnerware, starter to dessert, a rose-on-rose palette sets the scene for romance.

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HAPPY PLACE Tommy Smythe and team turn a condo into a colourful, crueltyfree home away from home.

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36 MAKE YOUR HOME A HAVEN Look to these design approaches for inspiration to put well-being first in your home.

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SPRING FORWARD Seasonally inspired recipes from famed Vancouver restaurant Acorn put foraged and locally farmed ingredients on the menu.

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42 A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING

Designer Jennifer Backstein creates sleek storage solutions in a busy family home.

48 AND...ACTION!

A designer brings big-screen glam to a home theatre.

ON THE COVER Step inside Jann Arden’s home away from home – a fab condo designed by Tommy Smythe.

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BeautiTone AME THYST GLA SS FD095-3, Home Hardware, homehardware.ca.

OCE AN BLU E 2055-20, Benjamin Moore, benjaminmoore.ca.

BeautiTone SHE ’S LACQUE RED VF103-4, Home Hardware, homehardware.ca.

PHOTOGRAPHY, LINES, ORNAMI WALLPAPER

Behr FRE NCH ROS E HDC-CL-04, Home Depot, homedepot.ca.

WE’RE INSPIRED BY... bold colour mixing. With neutral wood tones anchoring the scene, it’s more than okay to experiment with multiple tones you love. Here, a plum-like purple – distant cousin to periwinkle, Pantone’s Colour of 2022 (see page 10) – mixes with warm pinks and cool teal for eyepopping cheerfulness.

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1 Naj velvet DINING CHAIR, $1,845, Covet House. 2 LSA International GLASSES, $77, set of 4, Amara. 3 Monaco Mist 5'3" x 8'9" RUG, $395, Zone.

4 Alessio Bassan’s Voila LAMP, $1,690, Roche Bobois. 5 Minelli BOOKCASE, price on request, Essential Home. 6 Ceramic VASE, $13, Véronneau. 7 Coolican & Company’s Calla BENCH, $1,249, Simons. 8 OFFICE CHAIR, $149, Home Depot. 9 Shelby THROW, $90, Crate and Barrel.

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Italian designers are justly renowned for giving high style to functional objects, and a collection of towel warmers and radiators from the Italian firm Antrax is a prime example. The highly customizable units include Tubone, a stylish vertical tubular unit; Serie T, a sleek horizontal version that doubles as a wall shelf; and the industrialchic modular Flaps, which “files” towels in a unit that resembles a wall file hanger.

Antrax (antrax.it), priced on configuration, in Canada through soleildesigninc.com.

HOT STUFF Cloud Spotting Bring dreamy beauty to your bedroom – or any room where you relax – with original artwork. Photographer Eli Bajet from Dundas, Ont., began selling her framed cloud photographs online after the pandemic severely affected her work in air logistics. The airy, almost abstract renderings of clouds and other natural objects have a wonderfully calming effect. The wide selection of images includes a variety of colour themes and sizes and can be ordered framed or unframed. From $100, elibajet.com.

FRYER TECH BLACK & DECKER’S NEW FRY & BAKE CONVECTION OVEN COMBINES THE CONVENIENCE OF A TOASTER AND CONVECTION OVEN WITH THE REDUCED-FAT MAGIC OF AIR-FRY COOKERY. THIS HARD-WORKING LITTLE APPLIANCE ENSURES QUICK, EVEN COOKING OF A VARIETY OF FOODS, AND THE AIR-FRY OPTION GIVES YOU DEEP-FRIED RESULTS WITH MINIMAL OIL. WE’LL HAVE FRIES WITH THAT! $90, at major retailers, blackanddecker.com.

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STYLE NEWS

An Airtight Case Storing leftovers just got swish. Zwilling’s Fresh & Save system lets you store food for up to five times longer. The secret is a hand-held, easy-to-use vacuum pump that attaches to the top of the lids of the system’s glass containers and onto the front of special storage bags. Press a button and the air is quietly sucked out. The glass containers (ideal for seeing the contents at a glance) can go in the freezer, fridge, microwave and oven. The bags are handy for freezing, marinating and cooking sous vide. For peace of mind and food safety, an app lets you calculate shelf life by scanning QR codes on containers and bags and entering the type of food you are storing.

It’s a brilliant system that reduces food wastage and eliminates throw-away one-use wraps and foil.

Zwilling’s Fresh & Save Starter Set, $150, zwilling.ca.

EVERYDAY BEAUTY

The lovely and useful unite in Pi’lo’s collection of natural-fibre, sustainably made textiles and other objects. Toronto textile artist Heather Shaw began Pi’lo as an undergrad business project years ago, and now this gem of a company is a thriving cottage industry that features her work and that of other local artisans. We love the handmade linen tea towels with delicate yet graphic screen-printed images, especially the one adorned with iconic Canadian graphics.

From $22, pilo.ca.

KITCHEN GARDEN Filling your home with potted greenery isn’t only a huge trend, it has a range of health benefits.

Mother’s collection of attractive, easy-to-grow herb and salad kits takes the concept to another level, with hydroponic mini-gardens that allow you to grow pesticide-free, low-cost fresh greens all year round.

An added bonus is how the system can be configured to your space. Our fave is the HomeForest Kit, which assembles to form a stand-alone vertical tower with built-in full-spectrum grow lighting and interchangeable growing pods.

HomeForest Kit, $739; individual components, from $59; mother.life.com.

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STYLE NEWS

DL Design Works, $243.

Bespoke Binny, from $56.

CreaRe Design, from $455.

Light Bulb Moment We’ve seen the light! Designers have long known that proper lighting is basic to a functioning room and is an essential way to bring style to a space. It seems the rest of us have caught on.

Etsy recently reported a whopping 344 per cent increase in searches for ’70s-style lighting.

Smaller but substantial increases were seen in people looking for decorative, vintage and colourful lighting. And why not? A new light is an easy and economical way to instantly give a room a new mood. So come on over to the light side! etsy.com.

Maple and brass give a funky midcentury glow.

Reveal Home, from $247.

Seniors know a lot, but there’s always more to learn.

Help ensure your later years are safe and secure. Learn about programs and services for seniors, like how the Canada Pension Plan can work better for you, changes to the Guaranteed Income Supplement, fraud prevention information, and more.

Visit Canada.ca/seniors or call 1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)

HIGH OR LOW

high OR low?

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One bistro setting is within reach if you have a sky-high budget and the other is best if you have high hopes. Which is which?

PRODUCER PETER PAQUETTE PHOTOGRAPHY MARK BURSTYN

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6 Doherty 8' RUNNER, Urban Barn, urbanbarn.ca.

1 Oui rubberwood SERVING BOARDS, $40 (long), $30 (medium), Indigo, indigo.ca.

$1,500

$620

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$76 $100

$820

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$318 8 Pacifica COUNTER STOOLS, $159 each, Structube, structube.com.

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3 Thomas Loft white MUGS, set of 4, William Ashley, williamashley.com.

7 Kuka COUNTER STOOLS, $310 each, Must Société, mustsociete.ca.

9 Nomad 18-LA00 PENDANTS, $410 each, Luminaire Authentik, luminaireauthentik.com.

$190

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4 Oui Organic stoneware SOUP BOWL, $50, set of 4, SERVING BOWL, $50, Indigo, indigo.ca.

10 Lotha white BOWLS, $120 (large), $70 (small), Maison Corbeil, homesociete.com.

$549

$899

5 Tornviken KITCHEN ISLAND, IKEA, ikea.ca.

11 Northwood COUNTER TABLE, Urban Barn, urbanbarn.ca.

PAINT, Galápagos Green 475, Benjamin Moore. COOKBOOKS, rubberwood BOWLS, Indigo.

PLANTS, POTS, Quince Flowers. Stelton’s Cylinda-Line SUGAR BOWL and CREAMER, William Ashley.

Bodum glass Bistro MUGS, The Modern Shop.

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7 Bergmund COUNTER STOOLS, $120 each, IKEA, ikea.ca.

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4 SOUP BOWL, $13, HomeSense, homesense.ca. Crisp Matte SERVING BOWL, $30, CB2, cb2.ca.

5 For Living kitchen STORAGE ISLAND, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca

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3 White MUGS, set of 4, HomeSense, homesense.ca.

$430

6 Lohals 8' RUNNER, IKEA, ikea.ca.

$240

$249 $20

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1 Labelle PADDLE BOARDS, $17 (long), $14 (small), Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.

2 Breville’s Café Roma ESPRESSO MAKER, Canadian Tire, canadiantire.ca.

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$36 9 Nävlinge PENDANTS, $18 each, IKEA, ikea.ca.

$60 10 Kara Mann’s Scallop Serving BOWLS, $40 (8" d.), $20 (5" d.), CB2, cb2.ca.

$389 11 Hamburg COUNTER TABLE, Structube, structube.com.

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Have you noticed that designers always find the perfect bar stool to finish the look of a room? These beauties at every price point are among the best, bar none.

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Modern Holguin leather bar stool, Reno Depot, renodepot.ca.

The counter-height dining table (or high bar table) is a great option for entertaining in a 1 Seno COUNTER TABLE, $619, Article, article.com. 2 Palate grey marble COUNTER TABLE, $600, CB2, cb2.ca. 3 Acacia COUNTER TABLE, $550, Bouclair, bouclair.ca.

friendly, relaxed way. On the style side, the trend is for clean lines and solid, durable materials like wood and metal. For added personality, we surrounded the tables in our settings with mis-

695

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matched seats, some with and

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Cherner bar stool, Nüspace, nuspace.ca.

most comfortable for them.

A set of wheels on your kitchen island saves you steps and lets you push it to a wall when the cooking is done.

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Palmerston stool, Simons, simons.ca.

Latitude Run’s Jourdan KITCHEN ISLAND, $640, Wayfair, wayfair.ca.

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Japandi Tabouret counter stool, Mobilia, mobilia.ca.

Need more countertop and storage space in the kitchen? An island solves both problems.

If it’s on wheels (like the one above), you can even switch up its roles and move it room to room. In an eat-in kitchen, this island could double as a storage cabinet and beverage centre by the table. In the dining room, it’s a perfect buffet – so handy during parties.

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DECORATING

Love Actually From glasses to dinnerware, starter to dessert, a rose-on-rose palette sets the scene for romance.

STYLING JULIE LAPOINTE | PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO

Linen TABLECLOTH, $215, MaisonLipari. TABLE RUNNER, $80; NAPKINS, $13 each; Crate and Barrel. Porcelain PLATES, $10 each; porcelain BOWLS, $30 each; Linen Chest. Stainless-steel CUTLERY, $30, set of 16 pieces, Simons. CHAMPAGNE GLASSES, $19 each; WATER GLASSES, $19 each; CANDLES, $1 each; gold PLACE CARD HOLDER, $15; VdeV. Metal CANDLESTICKS, $15 and $18, H&M Home.

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Serving TRAY, $80, Crate and Barrel. The French Jacquard cotton TEA TOWEL, $33, Lipari House. Kate Spade New York glass PITCHER with metal STIR STICK, $100, Linen Chest.

COCKTAIL GLASSES, $30, set of 2 (sold with a carafe), HomeSense.

Small porcelain BOWL, $30, Atelier MarieHélène Robillard.

IN THE PINK CREATE IMPACT WITH ONE COLOUR BY LAYERING OBJECTS OF DIFFERENT SHAPES AND WITH SUBTLE COLOUR VARIATIONS IN MATTE AND GLOSSY FINISHES. WE EVEN SERVED PINK-HUED FOOD – BEETS ARE IDEAL FOR COLOURING RICE OR PASTA. Above

Small flower-shaped ceramic PLATES, $15 each; small scalloped stoneware PLATE, $12; pea-motif rimmed stoneware PLATE, $44; VdeV. Patterned porcelain PLATE, $30; Kate Spade New York plain PLATE, $80, set of 3; Linen Chest. Porcelain TRAYS, $92 (small), $106 (large); mini porcelain BOWL, $32, and CAVIAR SPOONS, $12 each; Atelier Marie-Hélène Robillard. Textured ceramic PLATE, $20, Crate and Barrel.

ROMANTIC FASHION AS IN HAUTE COUTURE, IT’S THE DETAILS THAT MAKE THE ORDINARY EXTRAORDINARY. DELIGHT THE EYE WITH PASTRIES ADORNED WITH FROSTING ROSES AND HEARTS, AND ADD REAL ROSES TO PINK-TINGED GLASSWARE. WE EVEN “PLANTED” CANDY FLOWERS IN STEMMED GLASSES FILLED WITH PINK HIMALAYAN SALT.

Stoneware PLATES, $40, set of 24 pieces, IKEA. Gold TRAY on stand, $25, H&M Home. Stemmed WINEGLASS, $9; dessert SPOONS, $46, set of 4; VdeV. NAPKINS, $10, set of 2, Simons.

DESSERT OF THE MONTH

All-Day Breakfast Pancakes

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Japanese pancakes are hard to define. Are they pancakes or soufflés?

Do you eat them for breakfast or dessert? The answer to both questions is...both! Fluffy and delicious, this anytime treat can't be beat.

FOOD STYLING NATALY SIMARD | PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO | PROP STYLING CAROLINE SIMON

INGREDIENTS MAKES 4

1¼ 3 1 1 1½ ¼ 2 ¼ 3 ½ 4

cups buttermilk tbsp vegetable oil tbsp vanilla large egg yolk cups all-purpose flour cup granulated sugar tsp baking powder tsp salt large egg whites tsp cream of tartar tbsp Orange-Infused Maple Syrup (see recipe below)

DIRECTIONS In large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, vanilla and egg yolk. Add flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; mix well to form batter. Set aside.

In separate large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar using electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold into reserved batter.

Grease large skillet and interiors of four 3-inch round metal cookie cutters (at least 1½ inches in height). Place cookie cutters in skillet and heat over low heat. Fill cookie cutters with batter three-quarters of the way full.

Cover skillet and cook until batter is set (bottoms of pancakes will be golden brown while centres will be slightly jiggly), 3 to 4 minutes.

Flip cookie cutters gently and continue cooking for 3 minutes. Transfer cookie cutters to plate; using spatula, gently remove pancakes.

Clean cookie cutters and repeat with remaining batter. (Make-ahead: Can be stored in airtight container and refrigerated for 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.)

Divide pancakes among plates. Drizzle with Orange-Infused Maple Syrup.

Orange-Infused Maple Syrup In small saucepan, combine 1 cup maple syrup and julienned zest of 1 orange. Bring to boil.

Remove pan from heat; infuse for 15 minutes.

Strain through fine sieve into glass jar; discard zest. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated for up to 1 month.) Makes about 1 cup.

tip

Don't have cookie cutters?

You can cook the pancakes without them: simply flip when bubbles form on the surface; cook until golden on both sides. The pancakes will be thinner but just as tasty!

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DESSERT OF THE MONTH ▼ Wüsthof Amici 6-PIECE KNIFE BLOCK SET, $1,650, Crate and Barrel, crateandbarrel.ca.

▶ Ecobirdy's Mabo

PLATES, $135, set of 6, Goodee, goodeeworld.com.

▲ Nos Cabanes MAPLE SYRUP KIT, $90,

Simons, simons.ca.

▶ Metal TRIVET, $15, H&M Home, hm.com.

shopping ▲ Earley MUGS, $20 each, VdeV,

vdvmaison.com.

▶ East Urban Home's Maple Syrup Ad APRON, $75, Wayfair, wayfair.ca. ▲ Blossom PLATE, handmade

in Japan, $35, Obakki, obakki.com.

▶ Leanne Ford's Stevey PITCHER, $40, Crate and Barrel, crateandbarrel.ca.

▲ SEASONING SPOON, hand-carved in Mali, $65, Obakki, obakki.com.

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And yes, I’m wearing Always Discreet.”

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ARREN WILLIAMS • DESIGN CLASSICS

The Duralex Glass Arren Williams dishes on what makes this iconic French glassware an everyday classic.

The Picardie’s faceted shape was inspired by 19th-century French crystal glassware.

Classic Duralex’s Picardie GLASS, Lee Valley Tools, leevalley.com, and Linen Chest, linenchest.com.

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se it like a hammer, drop it, hit it, take it from ice to boiling water.” So boasts an early tag line for France’s “unbreakable” glassware brand, Duralex, founded in 1945. You might think those claims seem a tad far-fetched, but this durable design classic holds up. Butterfingers among us will be happy to know the tempering process makes Duralex glassware 2½ times stronger than ordinary glass, plus it will handle temperature swings from -15°C to 100°C with aplomb.

The Duralex Picardie tumbler is a firm fave in France and is still made in the city of La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin in the Loire Valley. Rightly called the quintessential French bistro glass, it’s a fixture of France’s café culture, with a tulip shape that fits comfortably in the hand, and a relaxed yet classic style that works for wine, water and more.

Its classic look, dependable durability and that certain je ne sais quoi means you’ll spot the faceted tumbler on tables the world over, from Turkish tea rooms to Brooklyn coffee shops. To add star quality, James Bond even swigged from a Picardie in Skyfall. And happily, while Duralex might have been the first, tempered glassware options now abound.

The classic Picardie is available in a slew of sizes ready to slake your thirst, from a petite espresso-ready 90 ml up to a hefty 0.5 l for quaffing a frosty craft beer or healthy smoothie. Plain glass not your thing? It’s now offered in a series of eye-popping brights, plus a covetable new Frenchchic-meets-Scandi-style smoky grey. Oh la la!

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WORTHY COMPETITORS

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Minimal

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ART SCENE “The condo’s greatest deficiency was its utter lack of colour,” says designer Tommy Smythe. “I had long lock-down conversations with Jann about places she loves and colours she’s drawn to, like the shades of Calgary sunsets and Albertan grass.” He commissioned artist Johanna Reynolds to paint something reflecting that palette. “She took it so deeply to heart, she ended up making her own vegan pigments and painted to Jann’s music.

When an artist creates for a fellow artist, magic happens.”

DESIGN, Tommy Smythe, Laura Fremont, TOM Interior Design Studio. CEILING PAINT, Peach Parfait 2175-70, Benjamin Moore.

ARTWORK, Johanna Reynolds.

SOFA, Montauk. SIDE TABLE, CHAIR, Guff. LAMP, Decorum.

COFFEE TABLE, Elle & Eve. VASES, Hollace Cluny. WOODEN CATCHALL, Casa Cubista. RUG, Kate Thornley Hall.

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Jann Arden’s

HAPPY PLACE

Tommy Smythe and Laura Fremont turn a condo into a colourful, cruelty-free home away from home.

TEXT CHRISTY WRIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY PATRICK BILLER STYLING ME & MO

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ommy Smythe, I need you so badly!” That’s what multiplatinum singer, songwriter, actor, author and animal rights activist Jann Arden said after attempting to furnish her Toronto condo. Jann, who lives in Alberta, travels regularly to Toronto for work and was sick of staying at hotels.

“I bought the condo just before the pandemic and plunked in some furniture,” she says. “It looked so dull, I thought I might as well be back in a hotel room.” A Tommy Smythe intervention was needed ASAP. “Jann and I have been friends for years. She is one in a kajillion,” says Tommy, co-founder of TOM Interior Design Studio. “She’s a hoot-and-ahalf, and her condo was crying out for some femininity and a bit of her rock-and-roll personality.”

Tommy and lead designer Laura Fremont’s plan for the 900-squarefoot space: a colourful palette, new furniture and lots of pattern. And since Tommy and Jann are vegans, everything had to be cruelty-free.

After communicating digitally during lockdown, Jann flew out for the big reveal. She says, “When I walked in to see it, I was FaceTiming Tommy and started to cry. He thought I was crying because I hated it, but they were tears of joy. I didn’t know it could be this amazing.”

Descendant, Jann Arden’s 15th studio album was released Jan. 28, 2022.

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“Designing a cruelty-free home isn’t really that different.

Jann’s place has all the essentials and luxuries. It’s simply about making better choices.” - Tommy Smythe

EXUBERANCE: CHECK OPPOSITE When designer Laura Fremont suggested checkerboard tiles for the kitchen, Tommy was all in.

“I knew that it was the bold stroke this plain-Jane kitchen was longing for,” he says. The new island has a tabletop that seats seven. Even the front door is lavished with attention.

“I wanted the pink from the living room to make an appearance in the entrance hall,” says Tommy. “It’s meant to be a warm goodbye when Jann heads home to Alberta.”

COOL COLOURS RIGHT Tommy used the green glaze of the kitchen’s artisanal tiles as inspiration for the paint colour here. “It creates a transition between the kitchen and living room,” he says. “Breaking up a small space with colour can actually make it feel bigger because it ups the number of individual rooms. With little effort, one big open space becomes two or even three.”

The artwork was taken out of Jann’s storage and works perfectly with the new scheme.

PAINT, Misted Green 2138-50 (wall), Light Salmon 2175-60 (door), Benjamin Moore. CEILING LIGHT (entryway), FOC! MIRROR, Vintage Fine Objects. KITCHEN CONTRACTOR, Greentech Contracting. WALL TILES, Saltillo Tile. PENDANT LIGHTS, Mjolk. Royale Blanc COUNTERTOPS, HanStone. COUNTERTOP FABRICATION, Latitude. Brass HARDWARE, The Door Store.

BOWLS, Bettencourt Manor.

ARTWORK, Chinkok Tan.

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“There’s colour, my books are at the front door, and it no longer feels temporary. It really feels like I’m home.” - Jann Arden

GET A HANDLE LEFT The choice of brass hardware feels warm in the kitchen’s cool palette.

“The original kitchen had no upper-door hardware and very generic chrome handles on the lower drawers and cupboards,” says Tommy. “Laura and I wanted statement hardware, so we scaled up and changed the program from cool to warm metal. Knobs this big command centre stage, so they were placed accordingly!”

BOOK KEEPER OPPOSITE Finding a bookcase (a specific Jann request) that worked in the small entryway was challenging, so Tommy opted for an étagère. “The great thing about it, especially in a small space, is that it feels light. No sides, glass shelves, plenty of book storage for the resident avid reader, and surface area left over for mail, keys and keepsakes,” says Tommy. The contemporary chair and artwork are edgy foils to the étagère’s pretty brass and glass. ÉTAGÈRE, Decorum. ARTWORK, Housebound Interiors. CHAIR, Smash Salvage. RUG, HomeSense.

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“The space is cruelty-free, colour rich and made by friends with joy. I think the result is exactly what Jann, and the world, needs now.” - Tommy Smythe

MIX MASTER OPPOSITE While all of the furniture in Jann’s condo is new, you’d never know it, thanks to the masterful mix of fabrics and vintage silhouettes. The ’50s floor lamp has a bit of the desired rock-and-roll look, and the vintage chair comes to life re-covered in an unabashedly playful fabric. The spirited equine bar cart is more than just whimsical. “Jann is passionate about ending live horse export,” says Tommy. “This funny, quirky little piece reminded me immediately of her spirit, her home in Alberta and her important activism.”

PRETTY, PLEASE RIGHT “I love how the whimsical pink living room drapes continue in the bedroom,” says Jann. “They make the small rooms feel big.” Tommy and Laura had originally sourced a contemporary light fixture for over the bed, but Jann requested something prettier; a Venetian chandelier fit the bill. They tempered the bedroom’s soft elements and pink with bold black and white checks. “We like a little punk with our pretty,” says Tommy.

FLOOR LAMP, Era. BAR CART, Eclectisaurus. CHANDELIER, Around the Block. BED, Gus. LAMP, Zig Zag. ARTWORK, Patrick Biller. FRAMING, The Frame Maker.

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SAMANTHA PYNN’S DESIGN LESSON

Sweet Retreat Samantha Pynn shows us how to take a boudoir from dreary to dreamy.

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hether you’re livin’ large in a spacious suburban bedroom or keeping it cozy in a 500-square-foot condo, we all want a blissful sleep retreat. But that doesn’t mean your bedroom needs to look like a hotel room. This is your private space, where you should feel free to amplify your personal style. Follow along, and I’ll show you sleep-easy decorating tips and tricks that come in all sizes!

Grasscloth WALLCOVERING, Thibaut Design, thibautdesign.com.

HEADBOARD, NIGHTSTAND, RUG, Sunpan, sunpan.com. LAMP, West Elm, westelm.ca. BEDDING, HomeSense, homesense.ca. PILLOW, Tonic Living, tonicliving.com.

No matter the size of their bedroom, whenever I ask people to describe their perfect version, they usually start with key components – a super comfy bed, crisp sheets and storage. Then come the decorating dreams.

Some want bold pattern while others want soothing neutrals; still others want dark, enveloping colour. There is no right or wrong when it comes to style. This is your space to relax and recharge in, and its aesthetic should reflect you. In a bedroom I designed (shown here) on HGTV Canada’s Save My Reno, the goal was to create a lakeside-inspired sanctuary. So we ran with it, letting nature – water, sand, stone and wood – inspire all the colour choices in the room. The sky blue grasscloth wallcovering was our jumping-off point. Next, we layered a rug in shades of water and sand over the existing wall-to-wall carpet, which gave us a base for the velvet channelled headboard that’s upholstered in a deeper shade of sand. And last, we hit repeat on every colour in the bedding and pillows.

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BEDROOM PHOTOGRAPHY, VALERIE WILCOX. PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY, HGTV CANADA.

Any & Every

Luxuriously Large The biggest challenge in decorating a large bedroom is to make it feel cozy and inviting. If you’re blessed with major square footage, a seating area with a side table and armchairs or settee will create a peaceful place to have your morning coffee. A bed with a footboard or a bench will also keep a big room from feeling cavernous.

In this space, we flanked the bed with identical nightstands to build out the headboard wall and give the room symmetry and balance.

To add architectural detail, contractor Sebastian Clovis, my Save My Reno co-host, added beefy crown moulding and baseboards, as well as panel moulding to frame the grasscloth wallcovering. Textured and fabric wallcoverings are a great way to dampen the echo in a large room, while applied moulding and trim add instant character to any space that feels like a big white box.

1 1 Small blue stoneware Air VASE, $50, EQ3, eq3.com.

2 Mantis swivel WALL SCONCE in brass, $249, CB2, cb2.ca.

3 Eloise NIGHTSTAND, $749, Mobilia, mobilia.ca.

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ART, Art Interiors, artinteriors.ca. Pax WARDROBES, IKEA, ikea.ca. CABINET HARDWARE, Richelieu Hardware, richelieu.com. Faceted VASES, Teatro Verde, teatroverde.com. Posey VASES, EQ3, eq3.com.

TIP: Make It Personal LET YOUR PERSONALITY DRIVE THE DECOR IN THIS ULTIMATELY PERSONAL SPACE. HERE’S HOW. • Art isn’t just for the living room. Let a favourite painting or print inspire your colour palette.

• Display collected treasures and objets d’art. A grouping of sculptural vases lends an artful element.

• Add a flash of personality with playfully patterned pillows or colourful sheets.

Pretty Petite Small bedrooms used to be the toughest to pull together. But with so many of us living in condos, plenty of small-space solutions now exist.

Retailers understand that every square inch counts, so it’s easy to find beds with storage and narrow furnishings. Opt for a thin headboard or create the illusion of one with large cushions in upholstery fabric. For tall windows, I like velvet or blackout lined drapery panels because they block light and dampen sound, as well as add a layer of softness. To free up the top of the nightstand, use plug-in sconces and camouflage the cords with paint so they look built in.

For closets that look custom, we trimmed IKEA Pax wardrobes with crown moulding and added hardware (see above). With Pax’s option for cabinets that are only 13 inches deep, you can maximize vertical space.

Van Deusen Blue HC-156, Benjamin Moore

Balboa Mist OC-27, Benjamin Moore

Winter Lake 2129-50, Benjamin Moore

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MAKE YOURHome AHaven Look to these design approaches to put well-being first in your home.

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esigning a home that’s both a nurturing environment and beautiful isn’t a new concept, but it’s one that’s taken on even greater significance in the last two years. Whether we’re just noticing our homes more (because we’re spending so much time there) or we’re craving a sense of calm serenity within its walls, we’re increasingly aware that a healthy, harmonious home affects our mental and emotional well-being. If you find yourself moving your favourite chair to capture the sunlight better or dreaming up an entirely new spa-like bathroom, you know what we mean – and we’re with you! For inspiration, we’ve put together an overview of approaches to design that centre well-being, not to suggest you replicate any particular style, but to help you explore the question: what makes you feel happy at home?

PHOTOGRAPHY, MOBILIA

TEXT KATHLEEN DORE

“Comfort is more to do with the way we feel than the way things look.”

– ILSE CRAWFORD, SENSUAL HOME (QUADRILLE PRESS)

JAPANDI The marriage of wabi-sabi and hygge or lagom might seem recent, but it’s said that the commingling of Japanese and Scandinavian design goes back to the mid-1800s, when Japan “opened” to trade with the West. It turns out that the two design philosophies are compatible, with their simplified forms, celebration of craftsmanship, thoughtful and judicious choice of decoration, and respect for nature. A Japandi environment (shown opposite) is welcome, especially today, because the aesthetic is calm, comfortable and uncluttered.

• WHY ADOPT IT? A wellcurated minimalist environment that also prizes comfort blends the best of both worlds, which seems appropriate for a look that marries two cultures.

• HOW TO GET IT? Quality furniture that will age beautifully is essential. Objects made from wood or stone, natural fibres like sisal and wool, and accents like unglazed ceramics are preferred. Neutral colours and modern furniture bring a sense of ease.

PHOTOGRAPHY, LIVING4MEDIA

WABI-SABI This philosophy of life is said to have its roots in Japanese Buddhism and combines two principles: wabi (simplicity, rustic shapes, asymmetry, nature) and sabi (that which is imperfect and is weathered by time). Incorporating wabi-sabi in home decor (shown above) doesn’t mean adhering to a particular look. Instead, it is about being guided by its principles: respect nature (practise sustainability; nurture houseplants); incorporate furniture and accessories with patina; and relax in imperfect comfort with textiles like natural washed linens.

• WHY ADOPT IT? This thoughtful approach to decorating values simplicity, age, calm and contemplation. It liberates us from an insatiable desire for more and for perfection.

• HOW TO GET IT? Worn wood furniture, weathered metal, imperfect handmade ceramics (dents and chips are okay!), soft, natural fibre textiles, asymmetrical compositions.

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“Home is our emotional heartland – a place to restore our balance.”

PHOTOGRAPHY, LIVING4MEDIA

– ILSE CRAWFORD, SENSUAL HOME (QUADRILLE PRESS)

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LAGOM You’ve likely heard of lagom.

It’s a Swedish word meaning balance and moderation. More than any other approach to decor, lagom (shown opposite) is about being mindful of overconsumption, and creating a personalized environment that promotes happiness and balance in the home.

• WHY ADOPT IT? If you seek a lighter life where you consume less, where the superfluous is eliminated from the home, and where simple everyday pleasures are prioritized, lagom is for you.

• HOW TO GET IT? Be mindful; decorate with intention and make sustainable choices. Opt for well-made functional furnishings and a limited colour palette (try Nordic-inspired neutrals like pearly white and stone grey, with soft blues or beiges). Use mirrors to bounce light and create airier rooms. Accessorize with simple reminders of the beauty of nature, like a bowl of seashells or pebbles.

PHOTOGRAPHY, LIVING4MEDIA

GRANDMILLENNIAL The trend to decorate grandmillennial or “granny style” (shown above) is a departure from the more minimalist looks we’ve discussed. Although at first glance it seems like a more-is-more look, at its heart is a similar concern for being a mindful consumer.

The vintage and antique treasures that remind us of our grandparents’ homes encourage reusing instead of buying new. But grandmillennial isn’t about creating a period-perfect interior. Though the mood is nostalgic, there’s a millennial twist on tradition. Different periods are mixed, and often a modern piece will give the room a bit of edge. What we’re left with is the warmth and comfort that good memories bring.

• WHY ADOPT IT? It meets the economical requirements of the Y generation, who face the dual challenges of inflation and soaring real estate prices. More than that, it pays homage to what is familiar and comforting.

• HOW TO GET IT? Wallpaper, embroidered and fringed cushions, fine china (from vintage shops or inherited), floral motifs (especially those with historical pedigree like the designs of William Morris and Liberty of London), secondhand furniture.

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INSIDER’S VIEW

Alicia Ruach

Centring her clients’ well-being and the health of the planet elevates this designer’s work.

TEXT KARL LOHNES | PHOTOGRAPHY ALICIA RUACH DESIGN + CO.

Alicia Ruach is an interior designer whose work goes beyond aesthetics – she wants the rooms she creates to bring her clients peace, calm and positive emotions. As owner of the Torontobased Alicia Ruach Design + Co., her goal is to help clients create unique spaces that reflect their personal style and improve their physical and mental well-being, as well as make design choices that are healthy for humans and the planet. With such a unique focus, we wanted to learn more about how she designs beautiful, personal homes that feed the soul.

KL: What is holistic design and what makes your practice unique?

AR: Holistic interior design is about creating authentic spaces that connect to the identity

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of the end user to support their physical, spiritual and mental well-being. It involves understanding their aspirations, lifestyle, and emotional and health needs. Holistic design creates a sensory stimulating, visually inspiring and healthy environment that’s also aesthetically pleasing.

reducing waste. Second, add greenery to enhance your decor and instantly liven up your space with colour and texture. The right houseplant will not only look good, but it can improve air quality by absorbing harmful gases and dust. Finally, try to rearrange items or move objects to different rooms of your home for a fresh look.

KL: What are three simple ways we can create a holistic healthy home?

KL: It’s easy to think of a modern home as

AR: A lot of the time, it’s a matter of seeing

the perfect candidate for your decorating practice. How would you handle a traditional maximalist…a.k.a. cluttered…home?

things in a new light, which can instantly freshen up your space. First, repurpose and upcycle old furnishings that can be painted, reupholstered or changed in some way. Not only will you have a unique piece, you can also feel good about giving it a second life and

AR: We should think of our home as a place that reflects our identity, family and way of living, and a place where we feel happiest and most like our true selves. It’s only natural for

AGREEABLE GRAY SW 7029, Sherwin-Williams

GREEN SMOKE 47, Farrow & Ball

people to be drawn to different styles, whether minimalist, modern, boho or traditional maximalist. Regardless of a client’s design style, we always start with the “decorate with intention” approach. With a maximalist, we would separate items into two main categories: “I absolutely love it” or “I can live without it.”

The goal is to display your most meaningful objects that bring you joy every time you look at them. That will create a sense of comfort and belonging. Not only will this approach improve your mood and feeling, decluttering can also have a positive impact on your mental and physical health, and we are all for it.

KL: Are certain colours more conducive to holistic decorating? Can you recommend a good neutral and non-neutral paint colour?

AR: Colour affects your mood and behaviour, so it’s important to choose wisely to create the atmosphere you desire. If you aren’t sure where to start your design scheme, first decide on the feeling and mood you want to create – it could be fresh, calming, moody, luxurious or warm. Lighter colours are more airy and can make rooms feel larger and even brighter.

Darker colours are considered more refined and make rooms feel warmer and more intimate. The goal when choosing colours is to create a feeling of wholeness and a connection to the space. For a neutral, Sherwin-Williams’ Agreeable Gray is great, and for a non-neutral, I like Farrow & Ball’s Green Smoke.

KL: Would decorating with vintage furnishings fit into a holistic home?

AR: Absolutely! Sustainability is a cornerstone of holistic design. Incorporating vintage is an environmentally friendly choice that gives an older item a second life, preventing waste. Also, no two antiques are the same, which makes your space unique and serves as a conversation starter with guests.

KL: Does technology have a place in holistic decor?

AR: Smart technology can support you, free your mind of clutter and simplify your life. It can help with creating grocery lists, reminders, and let you control lighting, thermostats, air purifiers and even playing relaxing music to create a calming atmosphere. The advancements of technology have made it possible to use less energy; for example, energy-saving appliances, electronics and lighting that are efficient and suit your personal style.

KL: How important is light and sound?

AR: They are just as important as the physical things in a home. When used effectively, they can reduce stress and support mental

and physical health. Natural light improves our mood and supports our immune system to resist disease and the effects of stress.

We love to maximize natural light, but adding adequate artificial lighting to create different moods and atmosphere is also key. With sound, when we’re exposed to constant noise it can cause stress, which triggers reactions in our body, including the secretion of certain hormones, such as adrenalin and cortisol.

When designing, we incorporate soft furnishings that absorb sound, which makes your home quieter and more comfortable. If you can’t eliminate unwanted noise from outside, create healthier noise inside with music or a water feature. Music elevates our mood and can be comforting, mood lifting and healing.

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A Place for

EVERYTHING

Designer Jennifer Backstein creates sleek storage solutions in a busy family home.

TEXT MARTHA UNIACKE BREEN PHOTOGRAPHY MIKE CHAJECKI

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omeowners and custom-home builders Carlo and Nicole Muia wanted a clean, contemporary look for their King City, Ont., home. They also craved big, open, flexible-use spaces that would be clearly visible from each other. But keeping multipurpose rooms tidy and organized can be challenging, says Jennifer Backstein, especially with young kids (the couple have two). Tasked with designing the interiors for the whole house, she helped Carlo and Nicole mastermind storage solutions to keep things clutter-free. The key, says Jennifer, is planning. “A common conversation I have with clients is discussing exactly what they have to store,” she says.

“My goal is to make it easy for them to tidy up and keep things out of sight.” Here’s how she helped the Muia family keep clutter at bay, in the most sleek and sumptuous way.

Sleight of Hand Making storage an integral part of the design automatically ups the practicality factor without compromising style. For the family room (left), tall cabinets feature display niches, as well as mirrored-chrome detailing for glam; inside, shelves and drawers hold everything from kids’ toys and art supplies to electronics and remotes. Similar floor-to-ceiling cabinetry in the combo living room/home office (right) conceals a printer, office supplies and files.

DESIGN, Jennifer Backstein Interiors. BUILDER, Carval Homes. MILLWORK (throughout), Rivermede Woodworking Ltd. ACCESSORIES, PENDANT LIGHTS, CHAIRS, CARPET, COFFEE TABLE, Elte. MARBLE SLABS, Ciot. SOFAS (family room), Montauk; (home office), Elte.com.

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Now You See It In the living room, matching console tables flanking a central panel store everyday items, including overflow storage for the adjacent dining room. The big reveal: the panel rolls back to either side on a hidden track, exposing a big-screen TV, underneath which are closed cupboards for even more storage.

SIDE CABINETS, CB2. PICTURE LIGHTS, CHAIRS, CARPET, COFFEE TABLE, Elte.

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“FOR CARLO’S DRESSING AREA, WE DISCUSSED HIS NEEDS IN DETAIL, SO THERE’S A SPOT FOR EVERYTHING: CLOTHING, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES, BUT ALSO TIES, WATCHES AND EVEN SPORTS EQUIPMENT.”

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Custom Tailored

A Room of Her Own

Carlo’s dressing area (opposite) is sleek and open, but hidden behind those high-gloss black doors is a wealth of bespoke storage that was designed in advance to suit him. Against the striking backdrop of a single marble slab, open shelves provide a place to display shapely accent pieces and books.

Nicole’s dressing area (above) is roomy enough to double as a sitting room.

Backlit niches create a showroom-style display for purses, while open corner shelves hold books, art objects and more purses. As with Carlo’s dressing area, Nicole’s closet space was carefully preplanned to provide ample storage for every item in her wardrobe.

MARBLE SLAB, Ciot. ACCESSORIES, Elte. BENCHES, CB2.

ACCESSORIES, Elte.

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A designer brings big-screen glam to a home theatre.

TEXT MARTHA UNIACKE BREEN PHOTOGRAPHY MIKE CHAJECKI

he bones of this home theatre were already there when her clients bought their house in Oakville, Ont., says designer Kate Davidson of Kate + Co. Design. It really just needed the star treatment. Taking her cue from a quartet of celebrity portraits by Michelle Vella, an artist the owners know and admire, Kate added an ensemble cast of cushions in coordinating colours and textures, then set the scene with a giant black-and-white mural of the Hollywood Hills. But the real star of the show is the gigantic custom sofa, which can seat up to 13 movie fans easily; its 44-inch depth is comfy enough to sit through a double feature – or several.

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Set Dressing Sliding walnut veneer doors allow the homeowners to open the room up to the rest of the lower level for extra seating during parties, or close it off to create a quiet, intimate atmosphere for getting lost in a film.

Diva Moments Limited-edition pop art prints of icons – Elton, Audrey, Gaga and Andy Warhol – add instant star power to the room.

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On Location The texture and mod shape of the marble coffee table, not to mention the soft chenille fabric, work so perfectly with the “Hollywood” mural that it’s almost as if they rolled down the hill and landed here, putting moviegoers right in the middle of the action.

DESIGN, custom SOFA, custom MURAL, Kate + Co. Design. ARTWORK, Michelle Vella. Custom CUSHIONS, Hemme. WALL PAINT, Stonington Gray HC-170, Benjamin Moore.

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GENTLE GESTURES

Grand statements and gut renos aren’t always necessary or possible. Take a lesson from stylists: elevate the style of a space – and your mood – with thoughtful touches. A container of blooms grouped with objects that invite inspection and retrospection really does affect how we experience our home. Likely you have what you need hiding in plain sight. Reimagine, regroup and rearrange for a new look, and maybe even a new outlook.

HOMES

TEXT BETHANY LYTTLE PHOTOGRAPHY ALEX LUKEY

Why Be Shy? This family home in midtown Toronto says no to bashful and yes to brilliant.

OPPOSITE A vibrant rug in bubble gum pinks leads guests into the foyer. Leather-topped Lucite stools mark the edge of the living room. In the evening, visitors arrive to light that’s filtered through a beaded chandelier.

“The beading references the beaded stools tucked beneath the console in the nook,” says designer Jodie Rosen (shown at right). “It was a closet on the architect’s original plans, but we removed the doors and carved out closet space on either side to create a more formal entry.”

DESIGN, custom CONSOLE TABLE, custom BEADED STOOLS, custom round MIRROR, Jodie Rosen Design.

Collaboration in DESIGN, Darren Sukonick, Matthew Sapera Fine Homes. BUILDER, Haddington Development. Pink RUG, Elte. CHANDELIER, Robinson Lighting & Bath.

Upholstered stool FABRIC, Threadcount; TRIM, Bilbrough.

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. “This client is cool and funky. She loves colour and has hot pink highlights in her hair,” says designer Jodie Rosen. “She also has three kids, ages 12 to 16.” So, a fun factor was a must. Jodie’s take? Why not elevate the fun-and-colour mood by embedding it in a super-tailored and classic, almost glamorous, aesthetic? Working with her team, Jodie used bold expanses of black, white and neutrals to create some largescale wow moments, then layered in fresh hues at the end. “The client really trusted us to use our creativity, and I love how this house turned out. It’s as fresh and fun as it is dramatic.”

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“Fixed elements in the home, like the black window trim and wood ceiling details, resonate with the furnishings, such as wood benches on either side of the black marble.”

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LEFT & BOTTOM For special occasions, there’s a dining room radiant with crystal, brass and sheen finishes.

“When we found that hot pink and grey rug, I showed it to the client and she was so down for it,” recalls Jodie.

The chairs are performance velvet. The walnut sideboard is faced in faux leather.

Custom TABLE, SIDEBOARD, Jodie Rosen Design. Table STONE, Stone Tile. CHANDELIERS, Robinson Lighting & Bath. CHAIRS, RH. RUG, Elte.

OPPOSITE Visitors are quick to say “Wow!” when they see the living room’s black marble fireplace, followed by “Ahhhh…” as they sink into pale blush pink velvet armchairs to sip cocktails, or tread across the silk-and-wool rug, woven in hazy shades of pink and lavender. The fuzzy sofa is durable, so curling up to catch up with friends is a go. “And if you spill wine, it wipes right off,” says Jodie. The volume of the monolithic fireplace is echoed in the shape of the coffee table.

Custom SOFA, Jodie Rosen Design.

ARMCHAIRS, Gresham House. Armchair FABRIC, Threadcount. LUCITE STOOLS, CB2; reupholstered in LEATHER, CTL Leather. END TABLES, COFFEE TABLE, RH. RUG, Elte.

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“Keep in mind that black wil play differently depending on how much light comes into the home. Here, the kitchen has windows facing south, so we had a lot of leeway.”

“We pushed the limits with all-black cabinets,” says Jodie. “The wood in the herringbone ceiling is repeated in the archways throughout the house.” Facing south, the kitchen is a light box during the day. In the evenings, as the homeowner cooks with friends, soft light from black and gold globes warms the marble-look porcelain island.

“The stools are cantilevered, so even though they’re black, they look light,” says Jodie.

The channelled leather seats are edgy enough to look cool, and wipe-clean-enough to be practical for the teens who sometimes snack there.

CABINETRY, Ant Man Woodcrafting & Design. PORCELAIN ISLAND, Ciot. STOOLS, Sunpan. PENDANT LIGHTING, Robinson Lighting & Bath. CABINETRY HARDWARE, ADH. FLOORING, EFlooring.

When it’s mealtime, this table is where it all happens. “I wanted it to tie in with the black kitchen, but I also wanted it to look like a stand-alone piece,” says Jodie. The top is black marble-look porcelain with warm-toned veining to match the diamond-tuft leather chairs. “The starburst fixture is a nice contrast to the smooth globes over the island,” says Jodie.

Custom TABLE, Jodie Rosen Design; STONE, Stone Tile. Starburst CHANDELIER, Robinson Lighting & Bath.

CHAIRS, Sunpan.

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LEFT The homeowner asked Jodie and her team to include a spot in the primary suite where she could make a coffee in the morning without having to go downstairs, and grab a nightcap or snacks when winding down from the day. “We love how convenient it is to have a prep sink, wine fridge and storage,” says Jodie. “It’s the perfect little ‘function nook.’”

WALL PAINT, Chantilly Lace OC-65, Benjamin Moore. SCONCES, Elte Mkt. MILLWORK, Ant Man Woodcrafting & Design. BACKSPLASH, Porcelonosa.

Porcelain COUNTERTOP, Ciot.

OPPOSITE When the homeowner gets up in the morning, huge windows brighten the primary bedroom. But when night falls, the room can be further darkened by the motorized black drapes. The cloud-like chandelier dangles from a 20-foot coffered ceiling. The oystercoloured bed is velvet and sits on a pink-and-cream rug. At the end of the day, the homeowner can drop a robe or sweater on the bench. Lounge time in the blush velvet swivel chairs makes for a serene reading spot after a long bath. The little fluted table is ideal for morning coffee.

WALL PAINT, Onyx 2133-10, Benjamin Moore. BUBBLE CHANDELIER, Elte. CUSTOM FURNISHINGS (HEADBOARD, TABLE, BENCH, SWIVEL CHAIRS), Jodie Rosen Design. FABRIC (headboard, bench, swivel chairs), Threadcount. BLACK CUSHIONS, Bilbrough. END TABLES, RUG, Elte. BEDSIDE LAMPS, Flow Decor. DRAPES, Master Fabrics.

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LEFT “See the windows behind the mirrors?” asks Jodie. “The mirrors are on pivot rods so they can be turned in any direction.” This smart solution lets the sunshine in or creates privacy when the mirrors are parallel to the windows.

The arched vanity is a warm Australian walnut veneer.

The fixtures and tubular sconces are brass.

Custom PIVOT MIRRORS, Jodie Rosen Design. VANITY, Ant Man Woodcrafting & Design. SCONCES, Robinson Lighting & Bath. COUNTERTOP, Ciot. FIXTURES, Taps.

BELOW An inlay of pink onyx on the countertop of the island adds a whisper of colour to the walk-in closet. Rose gold hardware does the rest. A bench near the window offers a spot for changing shoes. Gold rods in a variety of lengths gives the “dripping” chandelier its graphic appearance.

CABINETRY, Ant Man Woodcrafting & Design. HARDWARE, ADH. CHANDELIER, Robinson Lighting & Bath. BENCH, Sunpan.

OPPOSITE “Unlike most clients, this homeowner didn’t want her tub by the window,” says Jodie. Instead, it’s nestled by a luxe marble wall slab with a shelf for pretty candles and soap. A sparkling chandelier lights the way after a shower. The enclosure features a luxe cantilevered seat that’s heated, as well as two shower heads.

SOAKING TUB, Taps. CHANDELIER, CB2. MARBLE PANEL, SHELF, Ciot.

FIXTURES, Taps. NICHE SHOWER TILE, Saltillo Tile.

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The reminder of pink in the wallpaper and the return of marble creates a beautiful link between the bedroom and its bathroom.

LEFT The daughter’s bedroom has walls of marble...wallpaper. At bedtime, she can reach the neon flamingo light from her sleep zone among fuzzy lilac pillows.

Polka-dot drapes, a macramé pouf and a leopard-spot rug are in keeping with the home’s expressive personality.

Custom HEADBOARD, Jodie Rosen Design. Headboard FABRIC, Bilbrough.

POUF, END TABLES, RH Teen. RUG, Elte. Fluffy PILLOWS, THROW, Wayfair. WALLPAPER, Crown Wallpaper.

DRAPES, Kravet.

RIGHT “This is the daughter’s bathroom. I had very strong design direction from her,” says Jodie of the 12-year-old. “She wanted something a little bit classic and glamorous – with flamingos. Wallpaper satisfies the latter request. The round gold mirror is crowned with a library lamp – perfect for checking her hair before she leaves. And an integrated ledge in the marblelook porcelain slab on the wall can catch toiletries.

Flamingo WALLPAPER, New Wall.

Custom ROUND MIRROR, Jodie Rosen Design. LAMP (over mirror), Robinson Lighting & Bath. HARDWARE, ADH. FLOOR TILE, Deco Tile. WALL TILE, Centura. Mosaic NICHE TILE, Stone Tile.

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LEFT In the powder room, a dramatic porcelain vanity in the shape of a hollowed cube is shimmered up by creamy gold wallpaper and a metal mirror.

Custom VANITY, MIRROR, Jodie Rosen Design. STONE (vanity), Marble Trend.

FIXTURES, Taps. WALLPAPER, Crown Wallpaper.

ABOVE In the home office, a glass desk and navy chair sit on a rug in delicate pinks and blues. Drapes in black-to-grey ombré and a swivel chair in grey create a cozy corner.

The shelves float on a dark panel.

“This room was intended to be more moody than the rest of the house,” says Jodie.

Custom DESK, Jodie Rosen Design. CHAIR, West Elm. Built-in SHELVING/CABINETRY, Ant Man Woodcrafting & Design. SWIVEL CHAIR, RUG, Elte. PAINTING, Samara Shuter. DRAPES, Threadcount.

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“To make a mud room or entryway look less tired and utilitarian, inject some bright colour.”

RIGHT Mod acrylic pegs spring from blue vinyl wallpaper in the vibrant side-entrance mud room. Bright baskets catch scarves and hats, and when wet mitts or umbrellas are set down, the faux leather bench easily wipes dry. Hexagon floor tiles are the perfect hue for disguising the family pooch’s paw prints.

WALLPAPER, Crown Wallpaper.

BENCH UPHOLSTERY, Kravet.

BASKETS, Wayfair. PEGS, 313 Design Market. FLOORING, Stone Tile.

BELOW The larger, main mud room is on the basement level. This is where everyone tramples in – adults, dog, kids.

And it’s bursting with storage.

Pops of blue brighten the breezy wallpaper, and graphic shapes in the floor tile are echoed in the hexagon coat pegs.

WALLPAPER, New Wall. BASKETS, Crate and Barrel. PEGS, RH. BENCH UPHOLSTERY, Maxwell. FLOOR TILE, Olympia Tile. BLUE PAINT (on built-in cabinetry), Gentleman’s Gray 2062-20, Benjamin Moore.

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Peeling back the layers and adding a trove of found treasures made this diamond in the rough sparkle again.

TEXT BETHANY LYTTLE PHOTOGRAPHY JANET KIMBER

Hidden Charms “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. Obviously, lipstick fixes were not going to be enough – this place would need major surgery!” But she and partner Ousama Rawi bought it anyway.

LEFT When Edwina Grittani comes home, she drops her keys and phone on a shallow shelf. “I made it from an old wooden pool-cue case,” she says. When she and partner Ousama Rawi are ready for a sundowner, Edwina tugs on a framed blackboard, which doubles as a secret door to a wine cupboard. Onions and potatoes from the farmers’ market get tossed into wall-mounted wire baskets she found curbside. At bedtime, she goes from a landing she stencilled in a mosaic pattern to stairs she stencilled with numerals. “We used gas pipes to create the handrail,” says Edwina.

WALL PAINT, Chantilly Lace OC-65, Benjamin Moore. STAIR RAISERS PAINT, Coal Black, Fusion Mineral Paint.

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Edwina teetered atop a ladder more than once as she pulled water-stained acoustic tiles off the sunroom ceiling. But it was worth it. “The original tongue-and-groove ceilings were underneath!” she says. To brighten the room, she painted everything white and lined the walls in shiplap. Then she added black accents, including a mirror, lighting and round display shelf. “This room is great for guests. When they sleep over, they just roll the trunk/coffee table out of the way to pull open the daybed,” she says. The end table holds two baskets. “To be clear, Emmy and Oscar are not the names of our kids!” says Edwina, laughing. “The baskets refer to our votes for films.”

RUG, ROUND SHELVING UNIT, LANTERNS (by mirror), MIRROR (painted black), HomeSense.

END TABLE (painted white), Debbie Travis. SCONCE, Home Depot. LAMP, IKEA. CUSHIONS, HomeSense; West Elm. CEILING FAN, Lowes.

“I refer to the house as the Onion House because of the astounding layers of wallpaper, flooring, ceiling tiles, drywall and carpeting we had to peel away,” says Edwina.

Undaunted, she and Ousama stuck with it. Noting the home’s quirky layout, they embraced it. Discovering its fire damage, they erased it. And turning to lawn sales and salvage shops, they DIYed the decorating, then showcased it. “Fortunately, I gravitate toward intriguing oddities that can be turned into something entirely different, and I love old objects that have a captivating story,” says Edwina. Making the most of this, she paired her creativity with her can-do attitude to take on every design challenge that came her way. Her motto? “I will not be defeated.”

RIGHT Edwina tore up orange-toned laminate from the dining room floor only to discover…concrete! “I really wanted the dining room to allude to the kitchen, so I stencilled the concrete in a fun black and white pattern to match,” says Edwina.

FLOOR PAINTS, Simply White OC-117, Wrought Iron 2124-10, Benjamin Moore.

LEFT “We think the living room may have been part of a porch,” explains Edwina. To reclaim the space, she tore out a popcorn ceiling. The original wood ceiling was behind it, but parts were damaged. “Since I couldn’t use all of it, I created this new pattern with salvaged wood. I love the texture it adds,” she says. The chairs feature numerals and text, which echo the stencil work on the kitchen stairs.

The formerly orangey oak electric fireplace got painted white before Edwina layered in Moroccan accents and flea market finds from Budapest.

CEILING FIXTURE, Amazon. RUG, IKEA. Mirrored END TABLE, West Elm.

OPPOSITE “I am a lawn sale junkie and I found this old butternut table at a good sale by Lake Simcoe,” says Edwina. Its aged beauty and obvious pedigree didn’t keep her from surrounding the table with chairs and a light fixture that are more modern.

And while most of us would never think to, Edwina installed old floorboards horizontally on the wall, which she painted black. “I love reusing things,” she says. “The pendant light in the back corner is suspended from a clothesline pulley.”

CHAIRS, RUG, West Elm. PENDANT, Structube. RUNNER, Beddington’s.

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“Some people see the patterns on the floor as stars. Some see pinwheels.”

RIGHT & OPPOSITE “When I discovered old wooden beams had been tossed into a garbage bin, I rescued them and turned them into the top of the kitchen island,” says Edwina. A vintage pendant over the sink is as much about charm as it is about lighting. The antique hutch wasn’t always this gorgeous. “It had this weird purple stain,” says Edwina, so she painted it to match the kitchen cabinets, then dashed off to her shed in search of boards to turn into shelves. The rustic pine floors were revealed after removing layers of tile, linoleum, plywood... and more linoleum.

HUTCH, Funk & Gruven Antique Barn.

RANGE HOOD, Wayfair. TILE, Home Depot. CEILING FIXTURE (over sink), MacCool’s Reuse. SCONCES, Amazon.

BRACKETS (painted black), IKEA.

BELOW “I thought, there must be a cavity back there somewhere,” says Edwina. So she swung hard at the wall with a sledgehammer and found a space that was the perfect size for a pantry. She added wood shelves and painted the backdrop black, giving the room attractive additional storage space.

“Almost anything you like, especially if it’s vintage, can be used to create something fun and unexpected.”

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“The look is cottagey with a little bit of farmhouse, a sprinkle of rustic and a dash of industrial.”

The little guest room fits two single beds. “My lovely friends in Toronto generously gave us the daybed. It was a creamy white, so I sprayed it black for some contrast,” says Edwina. She paired it with a metal sconce and inviting check throw.

The apothecary cabinet is new but has a vintage vibe.

SCONCE, CHECKERED BLANKET, FAUX SHEEPSKIN RUG, HomeSense.

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After peeling back grey carpeting, Edwina discovered a plywood subfloor. Since this is the primary bedroom, she wanted something fresher, so she laid a brand-new pine floor, then painted it high-gloss white. For texture, she took the bed frame down to metal. Edwina’s suitcase collection, used here as a bedside table, hails from worldwide travels, as well as from her mom. Sconces with rope details are consistent with the home’s repurposed panache. Edwina made the handsome bedskirt out of Moroccan towels.

CEILING FIXTURE, SCONCE, RUG, CUSHIONS, THROW, HomeSense. END TABLE/DRESSER, St. Lawrence Antiques Market.

RIGHT “That will do it,” thought Edwina as she hauled an old wooden ironing board from her shed to the laundry room. She topped it with a thick slab of reclaimed wood and a galvanized tub. Wallmounted brass fixtures punctuate the backdrop of framed graphic tiles.

The light is suspended from an old clothesline pulley.

LIGHT FIXTURE, IKEA. TILE, Home Depot.

OPPOSITE In the main bathroom, a modern bowl sink adorns the vanity, created from a painted dresser decked out with office-style hardware. “I love how the wall-mounted faucet saves counter space,” says Edwina.

She made the shelf from barnboard and suspended it with rope. Disliking the large gaps between the floorboards, Edwina glued sisal rope in between, then coated the top with urethane.

SINK, Rona. WALL PAINT, Black HC-190, Benjamin Moore. WALL HOOKS, IKEA.

BELOW An old shoe mould holds a hand towel in the primary bedroom’s ensuite. Edwina stencilled the Moroccan-style pattern on the floor. The sink was added after creating a textured backsplash with leftover marble tiles. The hook for the mirror is an old faucet handle.

ROUND MIRROR, HomeSense. SINK, Wayfair.

“I told my best friend I was looking for a small dresser to convert to a vanity. She emptied her dresser drawers, and said, ‘Take it.’ Talk about a good friend.”

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“I once had someone tell me our yard reminded them of France. I loved that image, so sometimes I let my imagination go there when we’re dining alfresco.”

OPPOSITE “The fence used to be pale blue. Thankfully, my brother and sister willingly rolled up their sleeves to give it a new look,” says Edwina. The sofa was created by adding a back to an old IKEA lounger. Edwina used fence boards, a chimney cap and oversized casters to make the coffee table. “The painted stump stools are from a tree we had to cut down,” says Edwina. The rug is a take on the stencil work from inside. To finish the space, Edwina hung a mirror on the fence.

LOUNGER (converted to sofa with DIY back), CHAIR, IKEA. RUG, Crate and Barrel. PILLOWS, Crate & Barrel; HomeSense; Lowes.

ABOVE “The yard is deep, and there’s a charming shed at the back. Someday, I hope to turn it into a bunkie,” says Edwina.

LEFT When Edwina and Ousama purchased the house, they were clear that they wanted to do the majority of the work themselves. Says Edwina: “Getting others involved is never as satisfying as being able to high-five each other at the end of the day and exclaim, ‘Look what we did together!’”

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Making

Designer Michelle Hurley rearranges a cramped 20-year-old floor plan to create a free-flowing home for a fun-loving family.

TEXT BETHANY LYTTLE PHOTOGRAPHY ALEX LUKEY STYLING CHRISTINE HANLON

Made to Order “So, you have four people and a hockey bag pushing their way into a narrow room with no foyer. How does everyone fit and where does all the stuff go?” says designer Michelle Hurley. “This was a problem that I was passionate about solving.” Her solution: a mud room wall. It’s outfitted with hooks and baskets for everyone, and even has individual charging stations for phone and tablet storage. The floor and walls are tiled. “This wood grain tile is so practical for snowy and wet jackets,” says Michelle.

And its look ties into the bench, which is real wood. “I like wood because it can handle a lot of wear and tear.”

DESIGN, custom BENCH, Michelle Hurley Design. WOVEN BASKETS, Linen Chest. METAL BASKETS, HOOKS, Bed Bath and Beyond. TILE, SS Tile & Stone.

WALL ART, Perigold.

fter 10 years of making do with an outdated floor plan, one Toronto family is finally jumping for joy – not just because their home’s new layout is swish, but also because there’s finally room enough to jump in the first place! “When the family bought the house, its super-narrow first floor was chopped up into several rooms, including a formal living room,” explains Michelle Hurley. But “formal” is the last thing you’d call the fun-loving foursome who live here.

“They’re always laughing and dashing around together,” says the designer. “So we eliminated the living room and removed every wall on the main floor. That let us fit in a spacious kitchen at the home’s centre.” It’s tucked between a dining space with a vibrant banquette on one side and an upbeat family room on the other. A host of invigorating blues is sprinkled throughout. “The blue is such a fresh through line between the light-filled, free-flowing spaces,” says Michelle. “And the house is a great place for everyone to be together, even when they’re doing different things.” Whether that finds the family joking at high volume at the banquette, flopping onto the sofa after a long day, or snacking at the countertop, the result is clear: after a decade of trying to fit their family into this home, they finally have a home that’s fit for their family.

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Room for All “The herringbone sectional [see page 79] is extra-deep and extra-long,” says Michelle. “It’s the perfect solution to fitting an entire family into an already narrow and always busy family room.” A leather chair by the window swivels, tripling the viewing options to include the TV, a cozy fire and the great outdoors. The designer fell for the rug on first sight. “I was walking by a local shop when I spotted it in the window,” she says. “It stopped me in my tracks. I knew it would be perfect for this room.” The celestial blues intersect with coral bits that tie in nicely with the woven wooden blinds.

The coffee table has panels that flip over to padded leather, so it can also be used as a bench.

Custom walnut SHELVING and MILLWORK, Michelle Hurley Design.

Custom SECTIONAL, Gresham House. SWIVEL CHAIR, Sunpan. RUG, Silkco Rugs. COFFEE TABLE, FLOOR LAMP, Nuevo. WINDOW COVERINGS, Hunter Douglas. FIREPLACE, Regency Fireplace.

Open & Shut Case “Especially in city homes, functional storage for families is crucial,” says Michelle. Pottery, trophies and candlesticks serve as display on open shelves, while cabinetry below hides less pretty objects behind closed doors. She surrounded the marble fireplace with wood millwork fitted with modern laminate doors. “The sleek style of these doors is in deliberate contrast to the more classic Shaker-style cupboard doors in the kitchen,” says Michelle. “When you mix it up a little, you get a look that’s more dimensional.”

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Bright Spot Tile, tile, everywhere! The U-shaped kitchen features floorto-ceiling brick-shaped tile with a matte finish. “The colours and styles of the tile over the stove and on the peninsula overlap but deliver a richer look to the space because they are not exactly the same,” says Michelle.

The countertops are soft grey with white veining. See-through pendants help to manifest the designer’s vision for a space that’s open and bright.

TILE (behind stove), Stone Impressions; (on peninsula), SS Tile & Stone.

COUNTERTOPS, Cosentino. Custom CABINETRY, SHELVING, Michelle Hurley Design. PENDANT LIGHTING, Wayfair. WOOD DOORS, The Door Store. STOOLS, CB2.

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“ONE OF THE BEST DECISIONS WE MADE WAS TO CENTRE THE MAIN FLOOR AROUND THE KITCHEN.”

Old Meets New “Early on, I had the idea to incorporate antique wood doors for the pantry. They have a sense of age and break up the black colour of the cabinetry,” says Michelle. The kids hop up onto shapely leather stools at breakfast as Dad, the main cook in the family, grabs essentials from the wood shelves.

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“THEY WANTED A HOUSE THAT REALLY FELT LIKE THEIR FAMILY – WARM AND COLOURFUL, INFORMAL AND WELCOMING.”

On Display A knee wall at the front entryway is fitted with custom wood shelving. It showcases a pottery collection and has room near the bottom for the parents to stash sunglasses and keys as they come through the front door. Bright blooms pop against the dining area’s azure banquette.

All Together “I was obsessed with finding the perfect shade of blue – not navy, not royal – for the banquette,” says Michelle. The 10-foot faux leather bench makes it easy for kids to crawl in and out. And when pals drop by, there’s plenty of room for all. The warm wood table with its brass base is surrounded by sleek chairs; the rug marries warm and cool tones. “The rug’s blues are a more watery version of colours in the family room rug,” says Michelle.

BANQUETTE, RE:Style Studio. TABLE, CHAIRS, Nuevo. RUG, Loloi. ART by Elizabeth Brizzi, PI Fine Art. CANDLESTICK, At Home. VASE, Crate and Barrel. CUSHIONS, Urban Barn.

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“I’M NOT LOOKING TO DESIGN A HOUSE THAT ONLY LOOKS GOOD FOR SEVEN OR EIGHT YEARS. I WANT IT TO LAST, SO EACH CHOICE IS AN INVESTMENT.”

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All Hide, No Seek

Tucked In

Michelle replaced the original closets in the primary bedroom with a custom wall of storage. The crosshatch texture of the doors’ metal mesh openings is a mini-version of the pattern on the drapes. The room’s closets, floors and drapes were kept light and bright to offset the deeper tones near the bed.

“The clients loved the cocooned feeling of dark charcoal walls,” says Michelle. They create a dramatic backdrop for vibrant art and luminous throw pillows. Waffle textures in the bedding and antique pieces, such as the end tables, add interesting shadows and texture.

“The antique end tables and trunk belong to the clients. By placing beloved objects in a brand new room, you bring an equal sense of history,” says Michelle.

Custom CLOSETS, Michelle Hurley Design. DRAPES, Tonic Living.

ART, All Modern. BEDSPREAD, HomeSense. PILLOWS, Surya. SCONCES, Robinson Lighting & Bath.

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Water Ways “This bathroom was definitely a his and hers moment,” says Michelle. “He likes to shower and wanted a lot of elbow room. She loves her baths and wanted to sink into deep water.” For the walls, Michelle was drawn to geometric tiles. “Unusual shapes result in a look that’s timeless,” she says. The matte porcelain tiles contrast with the shimmering pendant above the tub.

TUB, Wayfair. TILE, SS Tile & Stone.

VANITY, Perigold. Brizo FAUCETS, Roman Bath. PENDANT, Cornerstone Furniture. SCONCES, All Modern. TIN WITH FLOWERS, Elle & Eve. CIRCULAR WALL SHELF, HomeSense.

Details, Details Like the home’s rugs, this tea tin features a range of blues and warmer tones. It’s perked up with a pop of joyous pink blooms.

Conflicting Interests The vanity drawers provide a boon of storage. “I purposefully chose a traditional wood vanity to contrast with the black and white,” says Michelle, who then layered in brass fixtures. “I love using fixtures that are made of the same material and by the same manufacturers but are totally different in style.” The ones on the vanity are traditional, yet the ones for the shower are very modern.

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“DON’T WORRY ABOUT TILE LOOKING TOO TRADITIONAL OR SERIOUS. THERE ARE DOZENS OF WAYS TO MAKE IT LOOK REALLY FUN.”

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Hocus Pocus To create a hidden laundry room in the basement, Michelle borrowed space from the furnace room. “You pull open the double bifold doors, and behold, it feels like a room, not a closet!” she says. “But what really makes the space is its tiled wall.

They’re ceramic, but they look like tin.

And since they’re away from the rest of the house, they can be their own thing.” The industrial pipe-style shelves are a play on the laundry nook’s location.

TILE, SS Tile & Stone. Custom CABINETRY, Michelle Hurley Design. SHELVING, Surya.

Great Lines “We wanted to go bold and budget friendly for the kids’ bathroom on the second floor,” says Michelle. She made stripes by alternating inexpensive black and white tiles. Then she created a tiled accent wall with a pretend wood grain pattern. “I call it the comic book version of wood panelling,” says Michelle, laughing. Glass wall shelves hover above the modern sink and vanity.

Floor and wall TILE, SS Tile & Stone. BATH MAT, HomeSense. Vanity LIGHT FIXTURE, Robinson Lighting & Bath.

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TOMATO TART

Spring Forward Vegetables that are farmed or foraged locally are the focus of Acorn by Shira Blustein and Brian Luptak. The book, named for Shira’s internationally recognized Vancouver restaurant, elevates plant-based cuisine with a year’s worth of seasonal dishes.

These recipes from the spring section will expand your idea of what vegetarian fare can offer, pleasing the most demanding epicure.

RECIPES SHIRA BLUSTEIN AND BRIAN LUPTAK | PHOTOGRAPHY GABRIEL CABRERA

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TOMATO TART SERVES 6

EXCERPTED FROM ACORN: VEGETABLES RE-IMAGINED: SEASONAL RECIPES FROM ROOT TO STEM BY SHIRA BLUSTEIN AND BRIAN LUPTAK. COPYRIGHT © 2021 SHIRA BLUSTEIN. PHOTOGRAPHY BY GABRIEL CABRERA. PUBLISHED BY APPETITE BY RANDOM HOUSE®, A DIVISION OF PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE CANADA LIMITED. REPRODUCED BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE PUBLISHER. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

PLATING 6 Almond & Hazelnut Tart Shells (see below) 1½ cups Herbed Hazelnut Dip (see below) 1 recipe Marinated Tomatoes (see below) 2 cups basil leaves Edible blossoms and herbs, for garnish Lay out six plates and place one tart shell on each. Fill each tart shell with ¼ cup Herbed Hazelnut Dip. Strain the tomatoes from the olive oil (reserving the oil) and top each tart with approximately ¼ cup tomatoes. Drizzle the olive oil marinade over the tart and plate.

Garnish with basil leaves, edible blossoms and herbs.

ALMOND & HAZELNUT TART SHELLS MAKES 6 SHELLS

¾ ¾ 3 2

cup raw hazelnuts cup ground raw almonds tbsp potato starch tbsp tapioca starch

1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 2 sprigs thyme, leaves picked 1 tsp agave or maple syrup Olive oil, for tart moulds Note You need six round, removable-bottom tart moulds for this recipe, each approximately 3½ to 4 inches in diameter and ½ to ¾ inch tall. If you would prefer to bake the tart shells rather than dehydrate them, you can do that in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes; baking them will turn up the crunch!

Place all the dry ingredients and the thyme in a food processor and blitz until it reaches as fine a consistency as possible. With the machine still running, add ¼ cup water and the agave syrup; continue to blend until everything is well mixed, stopping to scrape down the sides halfway through. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and finish mixing by hand, making sure there are no dry spots and that everything is fully incorporated.

Lightly brush the inside of your tart moulds with olive oil. Divide the dough into six and press into the moulds. Place the moulds

directly onto the dehydrator tray and dehydrate on high (160°F) for 6 hours. After 6 hours, separate the shells from the moulds and return them to the dehydrator for 6 more hours. Store in an airtight container lined with paper towel at room temperature for up to 7 days.

MARINATED TOMATOES MAKES 2 CUPS

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cup olive oil cloves garlic, sliced sprigs dill sprigs basil tsp salt tsp pepper tbsp sugar tsp red pepper flakes cups halved baby gem tomatoes

Place all the ingredients, except the tomatoes, in a saucepot on low heat and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 15 minutes, then pass through a strainer, reserving both the liquid and solids.

Place the tomatoes in an airtight container and pour the liquid overtop (make sure it is completely cooled first). Allow to marinate for at least 3 hours in the fridge before serving; the longer the better. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

HERBED HAZELNUT DIP HERBED HAZELNUT DIP MAKES 2 CUPS

1 2 ¼ 1 ¼ 2 ½ ¼ ¼

cup raw hazelnuts, skins off cloves garlic cup diced shallots tsp salt cup apple cider vinegar tsp flaked nutritional yeast cup basil, chopped cup dill, chopped cup chives, chopped

Place the hazelnuts and 3 cups water in a bowl or 32-ounce Mason jar and cover. Soak in the fridge overnight for approximately 8 to 10 hours.

When ready, strain and rinse the hazelnuts, discarding the soaking liquid.

Add the soaked hazelnuts, garlic, shallots, salt, apple cider vinegar, ¾ cup water, nutritional yeast, and three-quarters of the herbs (basil, dill and chives) into a food processor.

Blend until smooth. Add the remaining herbs and blend again until the herbs are incorporated but still visible. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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FOOD ELDERFLOWER GRANITA MAKES 1 CUP

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recipe Elderflower Syrup (or find at a specialty food or liquor store) Zest and juice of 2 limes ½ cup sugar Combine all ingredients in a pot, stirring constantly over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and pour directly into a 4-x-4-x-2-inch-deep cake pan and place in the freezer. Every hour, stir the mixture with a fork to create frozen but fluffy ice shavings; repeat until evenly frozen and flaky all over. Use right away or store, covered, in the freezer for up to 1 month.

CINNAMON SYRUP MAKES 3¾ CUPS

FLOR DE VERANO COCKTAIL

3 2 2

whole cinnamon sticks cups sugar cups water

Combine all ingredients in a pot and bring to a gentle boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Discard the cinnamon sticks and store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

FLOR DE VERANO COCKTAIL

ELDERFLOWER SYRUP

MAKES 1

MAKES 3¾ CUPS

1½ oz blanco tequila ½ oz mezcal ¼ oz sweet vermouth (we use Marrow Vermouth) 1 oz fresh lime juice ½ oz Cinnamon Syrup (see below) Dash star anise bitters 2 (to 3) tbsp Elderflower Granita (see below) Lime zest, for garnish

2 2

Chill a stemless wineglass. In a steel shaker, combine all the ingredients except the Elderflower Granita and lime zest. Fill with ice and shake, then double-strain into the chilled glass. Add just enough fresh ice to break the surface of the liquid. Using a fork, shave off 2 to 3 tbsp frozen granita and place gently on top of the ice in the glass. Garnish with freshly grated lime zest.

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cups sugar cups fresh elderflower blossoms, stems removed (or 1 cup dried)

Combine the sugar with 2 cups water in a medium pot and bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved, then remove from the heat. Pack the elderflower blossoms in a sterilized 16-ounce Mason jar and pour the hot sugar water overtop. Allow the jar to cool, uncovered, at room temperature. Cover and steep the blossoms overnight, up to 12 hours, swirling or shaking the jar several times throughout (dried blossoms need only 6 hours).

The flavour should be sweet and floral. Strain the blossoms from the liquid using a fine-mesh sieve. Store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Find more creative and delicious recipes in Acorn by Shira Blustein and Brian Luptak, Appetite

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ROASTED CARROTS MAKES 6 SERVINGS

12 early season or young carrots, each about 8 inches long 3 tbsp olive oil 8 sprigs thyme, leaves picked Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wash and scrub any dirt off the carrots; you do not have to peel or trim them. In a large bowl or pan, mix the carrots with the olive oil and thyme.

Season with salt and pepper. Lay the carrots and thyme out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes or until the carrots are cooked through but still retain some crunch. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your carrots.

Serve immediately.

Add the dry mustard and preserved plums and continue to cook until the liquid has again reduced by half. Add the thyme and the soaked mustard seeds for the last 2 minutes, then remove from the heat. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use, for up to 1 week.

“ Since there are no rules with vegetables, we have limitless possibilities.”

– Shira Blustein

ROASTED CARROTS

PLATING 1 recipe Roasted Carrots (see above) ¼ cup crumbled Shropshire blue cheese ½ cup Preserved Plum Mostarda (see below) Sweet cicely or other garden herbs, for garnish Lay out the roasted carrots on a serving plate.

Add the cheese overtop and drizzle with the Preserved Plum Mostarda. Garnish with sweet cicely or garden herbs of your choice.

PRESERVED PLUM MOSTARDA MAKES 2½ CUPS

2

tbsp yellow mustard seeds, soaked overnight (see Note) 1 large onion, cut in small dice 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 3 tbsp olive oil 1½ tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 tbsp sugar ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp dry mustard 2 cups large diced preserved plums, liquid strained 2 tsp finely chopped thyme leaves Note Soak the yellow mustard seeds in 2 cups water for 12 to 24 hours. When ready, strain out the liquid.

In a medium saucepot on medium heat, sweat the onions and garlic in the olive oil until they are soft and translucent. Season with the salt and pepper and add the sugar and lemon juice.

Cook until the liquid has reduced by half.

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