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Bold, bright, and it really connects. Pantone Colour of the Year: Living Coral “In a time when so many of us are increasingly immersed in digital experiences that can be cold and isolating, Living Coral felt like an appealing shade of connection. There’s just something about the color that feels earthbound and welcoming, optimistic and intimate. Leatrice Eiseman, Exec. Director, Pantone Color Institute, in ELLE DECOR
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Softer, sweeter, stonewashed bedding in natural linen needs no further explanation. Splurge. Then nestle in and enjoy for years to come. YOLO.
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A Toronto interior designer transforms this boring bungalow into a stately stunner.
STYLE NEWS The best home decor products, the hottest trends and the most inspiring ideas
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Inspired by an iconic French stove, an Ontario home builder uses it as the jumping-off point for the inspired whole home.
82 TOP SHELF TURNAROUND A homeowner’s love of books sparks a renovation with a very happy ending.
Serve up this sweet, seasonal pumpkin pie
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An East Coast homeowner honours the history of her idyllic house while creating a fresh, functional kitchen.
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A soft, stylish palette updates this traditional table décor
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This luxe living room is given a family-friendly makeover without compromising function or comfort.
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GET COZY A Quebec couple convert a 135-year-old presbytery into a contemporary, family-friendly home.
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FARMHOUSE FINESSE The ask? A Toronto couple seeks a swank, homey vibe with hardwearing materials for their epic main floor revamp (bonus points for storage).
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Smitten with this stunning but tired (and rickety!) Toronto row house rental, an ambitious couple give it the revamp it deserves.
ON THE COVER The dramatic black stove inspired the design of this custom kitchen. COVER PHOTOGRAPHY Robin Stubbert
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SIMPLE pleasures I’ve always loved the changing of the seasons and the simple, familiar pleasures that come along with it. After enjoying a sun-drenched summer, relaxing poolside and tending to the vegetable garden, I relish in strolling through the leaf-strewn forest, surrounded by fiery foliage, and delighted by that oh-so-singular smell of autumn. Before long, winter will settle in, bringing with it all the splendour of the holiday season, and the perfect excuse to settle by the fire, toasty drink in hand, snuggled up in a cozy blanket. I’ve always had a soft spot for blankets. Remember Linus from The Peanuts? I also love trailing a blanket behind me wherever I go, especially in cooler weather. My family says that as a kid, I would curl up with my blankie smack-dab in the middle of our street! Now that summer has firmly drawn to a close, I can blissfully unpack my tucked-away throws and scatter them strategically throughout my home. Are you in the market for a new one? Don’t miss our handpicked selection on page 98. Another turning-of-the-seasons ritual I adore: discovering the hottest trends, colours and textures, then snatching up a few choice items to effortlessly switch up my interior. Want some pointers? Check out this season’s must-haves on p. 36.
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WE’RE INSPIRED BY... From persimmon to pumpkin, a pop of orange is a fabulous way to fill a space with energy and vitality. A groovy choice back in the 70s, today’s orange is making a big comeback and breathing new life into the décor world. Playful and vibrant, a little orange goes a long way so start off sparingly. Oranges go oh-so-well with warm browns and ecru, not to mention emerald green.
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DREAMY DUVET
Young Canadian company Laduvet Nordique designs high-end, long-lasting, 90%-down duvets topped with silky cotton. The ultra-light, antibacterial Nordic model breathes while still keeping you snug when the chillier weather sets in. Queen for $499 and king for $529, laduvetnordique.com
TOUCH OF WHIMSY
The design on these 100% cotton dish towels are a throwback to grandma’s, but the little colourful pompoms give them a prettier, more updated look. You’ll want to leave these out in the kitchen for all to see! $15.90 for two, zarahome.com
TERRA-IFIC TEXTURE With a texture that evokes the soft, smooth finish of a summer pebble, the terra-coloured HanStone Quartz from the latest Unearthed collection is as stunning as it is durable. Rest assured, the new Riverwashed finish retains the ease and non-porous durability of traditional quartz, making it a perfect Canadian-made design choice. hanstone.ca
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Adorned with gorgeous fall-inspired leaves, let these accessories breeze into your home and bring along their seasonal vibes.
1 Round MIRROR with wooden leaf-style frame, $19.99, hm.com; 2 Metal leaf-shaped Gikgo END TABLE, $348, vdevmaison.com; 3 Leaf-shaped PLAY MAT, $34.99, bouclair.com
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Whether for lulling baby to sleep or hosting those long fireside chats, rocking chairs are a timeless hit! 1 Metal, fabric and plastic Threatt armchair, $374,99, wayfair.ca; 2 Metal and fabric James armchair, starting at $599, eq3.com; 3 Elm wood Klein armchair, $249, structube.ca
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You’ll be craving cooler evenings, thanks to the new bedding collaboration between designer Suzanne Dima and Au Lit Fine Linens. The centerpiece of this unfussy, modern-boho inspired collection—the 100% linen Knotty Bed Scarf—is the perfect transitional coverlet for fresh, fall nights. Sweet dreams… $975, aulitfinelinens.com
Keep your friends close Could these blueprints be any cuter? For anyone coveting a keepsake of their favourite Friends home, they’ll love this hand-drawn floorplan of Monica and Rachel’s rent-controlled NYC pad (or choose from one of the other 150+ blueprints of your favourite TV shows), designed by the talented and imaginative artist, Brandi Roberts. fantasyfloorplans.com/Starting at $CAN45, frame not included
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Canadian manufacturer Bélanger Laminates has dreamt up a floor covering set for stairs and risers that’s easy to install without professional help—on top of requiring very little upkeep. A brilliant and affordable way to freshen up your steps. Available in one standard width: about $400 for entire stairs, belanger-laminates.com
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Classic PUMPKIN pie The crisp autumn air and changing colours of the leaves mean it’s pumpkin time! PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI FOOD STYLING CLAIRE STUBBS PROP STYLING GEARY HOUSE
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INGREDIENTS MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS
PASTRY 1⅓ cups 1 tbsp ½ tsp ¼ cup ⅓ cup 3 tbsp FILLING 1½ cups 3 1 cup ⅔ cup 2 tbsp 1 tsp ½ tsp ¼ tsp
all-purpose flour granulated sugar salt cold lard, cubed cold unsalted butter, cubed ice water (approx)
pumpkin purée eggs 35% cream granulated sugar maple syrup pumpkin pie spice cinnamon each ground ginger, nutmeg and salt TOPPING (OPTIONAL) 24 Gingersnap Leaf Cookies
DIRECTIONS PASTRY In food processor, pulse together flour, sugar and salt until combined; pulse in lard, a few cubes at a time, until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Pulse in butter, a few cubes at a time, until mixture is in coarse crumbs about the size of large peas, 6 to 8 pulses. Drizzle in ice water; pulse to form ragged dough. Wrap in plastic wrap; press into disc. Refrigerate until chilled, 1 hour. Position racks in centre and bottom of oven; preheat to 400°F. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough into 13-inch circle; fit into 9-inch pie plate. Trim, leaving ¾-inch overhang; fold overhang under and flute edge. Prick bottom all over with fork. Freeze until firm, about 10 minutes. Line crust with parchment paper; fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake
on bottom rack for 20 minutes. Remove parchment paper and pie weights; bake until golden, 10 to 13 minutes. Remove from oven; reduce temperature to 350°F. FILLING Meanwhile, line dinner plate with 2 layers of paper towels; spread pumpkin purée over top. Top with 2 more layers of paper towels; press to absorb any liquid. Scrape pumpkin purée into bowl; whisk in eggs, cream, sugar, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt. Scrape into crust. Bake on centre rack until top is no longer shiny and edge is set yet centre still jiggles slightly, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely on rack; refrigerate until chilled. TOPPING Arrange Gingersnap Leaf Cookies along crust (if using).
Buy diffrent shapes of ginger cookies to create a perfect look. Or make them if you have time.
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This easy going entryway was designed on both an entry-level budget and a next-level one. Can you tell the difference? PRODUCER JULIE LAPOINTE PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO PHOTOGRAPHY
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Green with envy It’s easy being green these days, and even
Say goodbye to clutter and all those baskets filled with scarves and hats. If you’re low on space, these small but serviceable coat trees add design and functionality to your front entry, while letting you insert a pretty pop of personality.
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Water green is soft, aquatic and poetic, an intermediary color more cheerful than a beige.
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LEFT Carol is a proponent of utilitarian beauty. Anne’s blue plates play to the nautical palette and historic character of the home. And best of all, didn’t add any costs to the project. OPPOSITE Morning snacks and casual dinners are commonplace at this kitchen hub. Reclaimed wood was selected to top the island. The cabinets are handpainted with a low sheen. For texture and architectural interest, Nick finished the back with V-groove millwork, and added a baseboard. At the far end, a perpendicular cabinet stores cookbooks.
FOR NEARLY 235 YEARS,
food has been prepared in this maritime home. But never has it been so easy, or looked so great. Time is measured by the tides in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, the weather reflected in the ever-changing skies above the fishing vessels that bob in the harbor. For homeowner Anne Slater, this is just as it should be, which is why, in 2016, she purchased a Dutch Colonial home there. Built in 1784, it sits perched with idyllic views of the water. What wasn’t idyllic was the kitchen. Dark and cramped, it was a poor fit for an avid baker and cook like Anne. “The whole room was dominated by a huge double-wide wooden island with built-in appliances. Heavy wooden cabinets from the 1980s were hung in awkward places, and provided little storage. And the ceiling, which had been dropped— twice—was uncomfortably low.” she explains. Even the lighting was dim with only two small pot lights over the stove. And there was no exhaust hood. “So, even making tea caused a lot of condensation,” said Anne. Yearning for a function-forward kitchen that would retain the historic character of the home, Anne reached out to designer Carol Reed. This would be no small design challenge. The kitchen’s footprint, which was riddled with windows and doors, offered precious little wall space. The old floors were decidedly sloped. And a brick chimney, part of a defunct hearth, jutted awkwardly into the room. What’s more, the pantry area comprised a separate room. Carol was undeterred. She began by taking the room down to its studs (something that revealed an amusing assortment of oddities, including a clay pipe, a newspaper,
Simple task lighting illuminates the area without being obtrusive. BELOW There are no upper cabinets in the kitchen, but the spice cupboard is an exception. Its doors swing open for easy access. Carol hung it adjacent to the range for convenience. The roll-out drawers store the larger cookware and serving pieces. Durable and not as porous as marble, honed quartzite countertops feature directional veining that Carol carefully matched to a softer curbed perimeter.
With its delightful serving station, coffee, tea, drinks, and edibles are always within easy reach. The white-on-white paneling and custom cabinetry is warmed by the wood countertop.
and two old teeth hidden in the walls!) and tore out the dropped ceilings to expose the home’s original hand-hewn beams. She also designed custom cabinetry, and brought on local carpenter, Nick Bell, for the fabrication. The cabinets featured simple lines and hand-painted finishes to honor the history of the home, and each cupboard was custom-built to reflect Anne’s specific cooking needs. To maximize function, Carol created a series of thoughtful work zones, including a baking area with a lowered counter, ideal for rolling dough; a cozy cooking niche with a 36-inch commercial-style ranged nestled in a heart inset; ample storage with plenty of pull-outs; a handsome island with seating and a prep sink; and a full-room pantry with serving area. For the palette, Carol opted for nautical navy and white. These slightly modern hues served as a fresh counterpoint to the centuries-old wood floors and beams. Brass hardware provided a timeless sheen. And light-colored quartzite countertops backed by a white tiled backsplash were introduced to brighten up the space. Throughout the kitchen and pantry, Carol’s design philosophy is clear: “Even the most utilitarian items can double as decor,” she said. Anne’s rolling pins hang on the wall like art, as do some of her favorite blue china plates. Baskets and cutting boards, objects with a purpose, shine here in their dual role as home accents. Shortly after the renovation, her daughter and son-in-law visited from Toronto. The couple sat at at the island while Anne moved about in the kitchen. “What could be better than that?”
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OPPOSITE Heritage windows overlooking the backyard pair beautifully with the double basin gooseneck apron sink. This fixture plays to home’s character. The same is true of the sconces, which are actually outdoor fixtures. The sink is flanked by a pull-out recycling center on one side and a paneled dishwasher on the other. Even though it would intersect the windows, Carol recommended a lower counter for baking. “I was wary,” said Anne. “But now it’s one of my favorite spots in the kitchen.” The height is ideal for rolling out dough and pastries. Pull-out drawers hold baking supplies. A “magic shelf” hides the stand mixer when not in use. Anne’s vintage rolling pins, which get regular use, look charming “stored” on the wall. LEFT The pantry is just off the kitchen and adjacent to the dining room—a perfect place for wine. Carol and Nick embraced the antique sloped floors, adapting the cabinetry to its angles. The floors were sanded to a lighter color than the original. Nick replicated the home’s millwork to frame the door. Bead-board was added for wall texture.
DESIGN, Carol Reed Interior Design Inc., carolreeddesign.com; GENERAL CONTRACTING AND CUSTOM CABINETRY, Nick Bell Carpentry; STONE COUNTERS, Mont Blanc Quartzite; ALL CABINET HARDWARE, Lee Valley Hardware; MIXER STAND, Rev-A-Shelf; CABINET PAINT COLOUR, Benjamin Moore, Midnight Blue 1638; APRON SINK, Kohler; APRON SINK FAUCET Kingston Brass; PREP SINK AND FAUCET, Kohler; BACKSPLASH TILE, Olympia tile; RUNNER RUG, One of a kind; WALL AND TRIM COLOUR, Benjamin Moore, White Dove OC-17; BLUE AND WHITE PLATES ON WALL, Vintage (homeowner’s own); ALL DISHES, GLASSWARE AND SERVING PIECES, homeowner’s own.
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Classically STYLING JULIE DESLAURIERS PHOTOS BRUNO PETROZZA
Stuffed turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and green beans: what if we set the table for a traditional meal, but in an original way, by combining chic style and femininity?
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DECORATING 101
Love the wine you're with Whether prepping for the hustle and bustle of hosting over the holidays, or sipping solo while soaking in the tub, wine enthusiasts want stylish ways to showcase their collection. Here are a few display ideas whose originality and awless design caught our eye.
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Bar cart Easy to put together, this is the high-spirited hosts entertaining essential. The sleek, sophisticated bar cart features airy shelves and a mirrored-bottom, gently reecting the glasses and bottles. Underneath, a minimalist kitchen trolley mounted on wheels provides shelves to store glasses, trays
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Wall support A tasting counter perfectly complements this fabulous, feel-good family room. A selection of wine bottles is cleverly placed in a rustic wooden case, then mounted on the wall. Ready to replicate this yourself? This piece can be bought, created by a carpenter or done as a DIY project. Consider adding a chalkboard wall, perfect for displaying fun messages or inspirational thoughts. We rounded out the look with a granite and glass table, then added cute country-charm accessories for the ďŹ nal touch.
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Here, a discreet bar is designed between the living room and the open-plan kitchen. The customized construction was built using a soft, smoked glass and artiďŹ cial Alabaster stone (an affordable and practical alternative). This elegant, shallow shelving unit stylishly displays the bottles at a glance. At night, the display case is softly illuminated, casting a gentle light on the bottles.
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fall TRENDS From fabrics to furniture to fixtures, trend-hunting this fall is all about vibrancy and comfort. Whether you decide to go bold or subtle, we invite you to embrace the richness and radiance of the season.
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EASY ENTERTAINING Autumn’s cooler climate provides a perfect excuse to take the party indoors. This season’s must-haves include coloured glassware, artisanal Portugal stoneware dishes and pitchers.
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BOLD BRASS According to Sonia Crete, buyer at Bouclair, objects with an antique gold touch will be the bearers of chic fall sophistication this season. Additionally, art deco is a big trend for fall decorating, says Tamara Robbins Griffith at HomeSense. Bold, brass detailing will be a welcome addition to sofas.chairs, side table and stools this year.
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COLOR INDIGO, OCHRE, ORANGE, oh my! As a part of their 2019 trend guide, Etsy declared burnt orange colour of the year. With customers craving something more grounded, this earth tone has continued to grow in popularity.
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“Cozy layers made of mohair, chunky knits, felted wool and velvet feature prominently”, says Tamara Robbins Griffith. Velvet cushions and accessories add luxury and a sense of comfort to the home.
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This fall is all about rich, sophisticated velvet. «You’ll find pillows and furniture made from this dreamy fabric, featuring makeup tones like blush and burgundy», says Sonia Crete of Bouclair. Colourful pieces are also integral to bringing this très chic look together!
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The organic look you’ll find is without a doubt the biggest autumnal trend this year. Whether your interior is comfycozy or straight-up chic. Sonia Crete suggest to convey a more organic look to your space, simply weave in a natural fibre basket, or add leaf print pillows and wall décor. And Dayna Isom Johnson agrees. Shoppers are gravitating towards items that are all-natural or sustainable, for a more holistic feel when it comes to decorating and living, they noted.
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LET THERE BE light TEXT LAURA MUIR PHOTOGRAPHY ALEX LUKEY STYLING ALYSSA GRAY
HIGH CONTRAST
This living room highlights an important design lesson: contrast adds layers and interest to a space. By incorporating darker accents into the design, Alyssa created a look that’s equally striking and beautiful. White walls, a cream-coloured rug and light grey sofas act as a perfectly neutral backdrop so that the darker statement pieces can really steal the show.
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hen designer Alyssa Gray of Harper Gray Design was tasked to revamp Alisha and Rob Kassam’s living room in Toronto’s midtown, she wanted to create a kid-friendly space with a clean aesthetic. Using a neutral backdrop, graphic accents and airy layout, this contemporary look doesn’t sacrifice comfort or function. Here, we’ve rounded up the four design elements that were used to achieve it.
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Gone are the days of muted, soft tones: Colour is back in a big way! A neutral space like this is an ideal opportunity to bring a few bold colours into the mix. Here, jewel-toned toss cushions and accessories add a lovely depth and richness to the bright living room.
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From the attention-grabbing light fixture to the shapely arm chairs and sleek, linear fireplace, this inviting design scheme is full of clean lines that draw the eye upwards and give the small room the visual space it needs. Choosing leggy furniture instead of upholstered pieces adds a light, airy feeling - especially important in a room like this that’s open to the kitchen.
“My plan for this space was to create a cozy and comfortable room that would complement the open kitchen,” says designer Alyssa Gray. INTERIOR DESIGN, Harper Gray Design; ARCHITECT, Manarch Design Inc.; BUILDER, Lauren Holmes; COUCHES, Montauk; ARM CHAIR, Elte; COFFEE TABLE, Restoration Hardware; LIGHT FIXTURE, Commute Home; RUG, Dominium Rug; SIDE TABLE, Cocoon Furnishing; STOOLS, Cocoon Furnishing.
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“Sunlight is something that should always be maximized when available,” says Alyssa. Here, the large window overlooks a verdant backyard, so Alyssa mirrored that lush greenery inside. Leaving the window mostly unadorned allows for lots of natural light. “The lighter room juxtaposed with the darker pieces creates a gentle chiaroscuro effect,” she adds.
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On a wing and a prayer, a young couple transform a 135-year-old presbytery into a heavenly home.
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Natural light pours in through a wall of windows lining a corner nook. The couple built bench seating, as deep and inviting as a large bed, and covered it in pretty pillows. “We made it with waterproof fabric and sliding drawers that will one day house toys. Until we have children, we are using the space to host our friends,” explains Josiane.
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LARGE GRAY PILLOWS, CARPET AND THROW, Z’axe; OTHER PILLOWS, HomeSense; CHAIRS, Walmart; BASKET, Simons; SIDE TABLE, crafted by the owner’s mother.
“As a little girl, I always imagined living in an old brick house, filled with kids,” says Josiane. To bring this 3,500-square-foot structure built in 1884 back to life, the couple had tons of ideas and lots of guts. With a vision of creating a warm and inviting space to welcome friends and family, they started by creating an airy, open floor plan, maximizing the natural lighting, and laying concrete floors throughout the entire first story. “We have a dog and we’d like to have children. We didn’t want to have to clean up all the time,” adds the young police officer. Throughout the transformation, the owners purchased products locally and reused materials when possible.
LEFT A striking moose head hangs on the feature wall, over the glowing, double-sided fireplace. “Hunting is our passion. It’s part of our lifestyle,” explains Josiane, who has lovingly named the animal Bill Leblond. “This moose fed our family and friends. It’s important for us to pay it a proper tribute.” STAIRS, Bolduc & Grégoire; HANDRAIL, Soudure mobile C. Tardif; BASKET, Simons.
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BELOW The couple wanted an updated, functional and well-organized space. “I saw a pot filler for the first time in [Trois fois par jour author] Marilou’s kitchen. I absolutely wanted one just like it,” Josiane says blissfully. POT FILLER, Blanco; METAL SHEVING, Soudure Mobile C. Tardif; CERAMIC PEAR, HomeSense; WOOD PEAR, Création Nicole Petit.
PAIR PLAYFUL WITH PRACTICAL TO CREATE A CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN. ABOVE For cabinets, they chose white ash, paired with contemporary quartz countertops. A polished plank of maple wood was fitted to rest directly on the island to create a casual breakfast bar. COUNTERTOPS, Bolduc and Grégoire Inc; VASE, HomeSense.
RIGHT With a bit of elbow grease and visions of family-style gatherings top-of-mind, an ancestral table was restored. “We sanded
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and varnished the table and added custom-made metal legs,” Josiane says. Suspended on the tongue-and-groove white wooden ceiling, the light fixture is an original creation by the owner’s mother-in-law. The cheerful, coloured patchwork chairs add warmth and colour to the décor. TABLE LEGS, Soudure Mobile C. Tardif; CHAIRS, Wazo furniture; VASES, HomeSense; LIGHTING, created by the owner’s mother.
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"WE USED THE CHURCH'S ORIGINAL WARM, WEATHERED WOOD TO CREATE A HEADBOARD" LEFT In the bathroom —discreetly hidden behind the floor-to-ceiling headboard— a classic, custom-made vanity holds a small sink. Flanking the mirror, recovered wood was used to create two beautiful and timeless wall sconces. MIRROR, Z’axe; VASE, Simons; FAUCET, Delta Faucet.
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ABOVE As a reminder of their first meeting on the beach, the owners recreated a coastal vibe in the bedroom.“We used the church’s original warm, weathered wood to create a headboard, which doubled as a privacy divider to separate the bedroom and bathroom,” explains Josiane. To give the cathedral ceiling depth and a wow factor, they installed wood beams suspended by an industrial-looking metal bar.
NIGHT TABLES, Soudure mobile C. Tardif; FLOORING, Plancher 2000; COMFORTER, IKEA; BEDDING, Linen Chest; DENIM PILLOWS, HomeSense.
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A dramatic high-low transformation takes a family’s main floor from fussy to fabulous, and kid-friendly, too!
LEFT Wraparound cabinets were already in the house (bonus!) but Ashley devised the fantastic idea of personalizing it with family photos the couple can rotate. The relaxed rag-tag is stuck to the corkboard with gold pushpins, so they can easily be switched up. An earthy kilim rug and wood-topped table add coziness to the room. DINING TABLE, Pink and Brown; CHAIRS, EQ3; RUG, Smash Salvage; CHANDELIER, existing; CLOCK, Ikea; BASKETS, Elte MKT.
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OPPOSITE Simplicity reigns in the foyer, where a round mirror offsets a chic angular console with brass pulls. Curated elements, including vintage candlesticks and dried eucalyptus are welcoming in their sparseness. “It’s a catchall spot for mail, keys and hats and gloves in the woven belly baskets,” says Ashley. She freshened the vestibule with a gorgeous mosaic tile floor (that is durable, too, for slushy boots), wall paneling, hooks to peg up coats and a shoe cabinet. “The doors were original, but I wanted to keep them. I like the vintage flair they give to the place,” she says. CONSOLE AND WHITE VASE, West Elm; MIRROR, Ikea; BASKET with pom-poms, Elte MKT; BASKET with no handles, H&M Home; HAMMAM TOWEL, June Supply; CANDLESTICKS, Ashley Montgomery Design; FRAME, Black Rooster; CABINET HARDWARE, The Door Store; TILES, The Tile Store; VASE, Oak + Fort; BRASS BOWLS, vintage, Ashley Montgomery Design; MIRROR, clients’ own.
“I brought in lots of high-low pieces. You don’t need to splurge on every item to have a beautiful space,” says Ashley. To that end, she layered in vintage brass bowls and candlesticks for a collected-over-time feel. An arty photo wall of family pictures in the breakfast nook is another wallet-friendly idea, as is an Ikea shoe cabinet in the foyer, tweaked with glammy gold knobs and a marble slab. On the flipside, there were pricier but vital elements that made the design. “We got rid of the glass blocks, replacing them with great windows that allow a ton of natural light into the back of the house,” says Ashley. (They’re vinyl, so not too pricy.) The columns and busy archways also got shown the door, which boosted the ceiling height in the process. Bringing it all together, engineered white-oak plank floors that connect the rooms for a seamless transition. Another major upgrade was the new powder room, tucked underneath the stairs. Practical and pretty, the teeny two-piece has space-saving pocket doors. But perhaps the most dramatic feature is the fireplace. The mantel-less original was wood burning with a dominant black marble wall behind it. The refaced version has sultry grey herringbone tile, a mantel for showcasing pretty things and flanking storage, while the gas insert makes it child-friendly. It’s a far cry from the house’s beginnings: “We’re very happy. Ashley’s style really aligned with ours — it’s kid-friendly and not overly formal”, say the homeowners. In fact, the couple is so thrilled by the transformation, they’re going for round two. Ashley’s next challenge? Designing a new kitchen.
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OPPOSITE, FAR LEFT This scene gets its kick from the hodgepodge of textures (and palm tree artwork by Christine Flynn). The candlesticks have an intriguing aged patina (Ashley staggered them for interest), while the rustic harvest table is an interesting contrast to the plush textiles. TABLE, CHAIRS, Restoration Hardware; CANDLESTICKS, vintage, Ashley Montgomery design; VASE, IKEA.
ABOVE “The dining area is family- friendly, so there’s a soft banquette for the kids,” says Ashley, who chose navy blue for a splash of colour. She kept the finish raw on the harvest table. “Even though it’s susceptible to stains, we liked that the table tells a story,” she says. “Red wine or coffee will remind you of a certain evening. It builds character over time.” The slipcovered chairs are on casters so they’re easy to move around; the black ones travel back and forth between here and the breakfast nook for extra seating.
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LEFT Tucked under the stairs, the snug powder room has punch thanks to the mix. Cole & Son’s Cloud wallpaper meets classic subway tile for a jubilant juxtaposition; buttery brass warms up the neutral tones. “I like to go big in small spaces for impact,” says Ashley. MIRROR, CB2; TILE, The Tile Store; HARDWARE, RH; SINK, The Home Depot.
FRESH FLOWERS inject cheery colour. LEFT Ashley added built-in shelves for display purposes and practicality. Here, accessories from different eras make the space feel dynamic. Leaning the old-world portrait against the gilded mirror is a casual choice. Fresh flowers inject cheery colour. The fireplace had an unsightly black marble wall that went all the way up to the ceiling and it was wood burning. Ashley changed it for a child-friendly gas insert, added the elegant black mantle and a herringbone-tile surround. New flanking cabinets offer storage and shelving for collectibles. BUST, vintage; VASE, ROOSTER, BOX, IKEA; VASE (lower shelf), West Elm; CANDLE HOLDER, vintage, Ashley Montgomery design. TILES, The Tile Store;
MIRROR, Anthropologie; FRAMEDPORTRAIT, vintage, Ashley Montgomery Design.
RIGHT Giving the family durable but dishy furniture was key to the design. “The custom coffee table is upholstered in a high-performance fabric, so it stands up to spills and it’s soft for kids to climb on,” says Ashley. The same goes for the slipcovered sofa that can eventually be swapped out. SOFA, Restoration Hardware; COFFEE TABLE, J&J Made; CHESSBOARD, clients’ own; RUG, Elte; PILLOW, (black & white) Tonic Living; PILLOW, (others) Elte MKT.
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This charming Victorian row house in Toronto’s historical Cabbagetown had so much architectural appeal, its current tenants snatched it up from a thousand miles away. TEXT LAURA MUIR PHOTOGRAPHY LAUREN MILLER STYLING SARAH BIRNIE
OPPOSITE “Adding a breakfast nook in the kitchen was important because it’s an old house, so it’s not open concept by any means,” says Sarah. “If one of us is cooking a meal, Olivia can have breakfast there or sit and draw while we’re working in the kitchen.” The nook is comprised of an antique table with two simple benches butted together and topped with seat cushions. Elements like the brushed brass pendant and artwork anchor the space, creating continuity with the rest of the house. TABLE, Green’s Antiques; BENCHES, IKEA; SEAT CUSHIONS, HomeSense; PENDANT LIGHT, Universal Lighting; ROMAN BLIND, Plaiter Place.
LEFT The entryway’s antique hall tree is a statement piece that conveniently incorporates storage. “I wanted something interesting that echoes a lot of the architecture in the home,” says Sarah. The modern light fixture balances the traditional elements. A mask, which Jeremy’s late father found on his travels, adds a primitive touch. MIRROR AND BENCH, The Singing Lady consignment; CHAIR, vintage; PENDANT LIGHT, Universal Lighting.
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BELOW The dining room allowed Sarah to use a couple of her beloved antiques, such as the mahogany buffet and an old oak china cabinet once owned by Jeremy’s great-aunt. She juxtaposed them with more modern pieces, like the tulip dining table and linear light fixture. “I didn’t want the room to look too stuffy and weighted down,” says Sarah. LIGHT FIXTURE, Renwil table; NUEVO AREA RUG, Wayfair; DRAPES, readymade; BUFFET, antique; CHAIR NEXT TO CHINA CAINET, vintage, painted and reupholstered; CHINA CABINET, heirloom piece.
OPPOSITE, FAR LEFT A slipcovered sofa in the living room represents the house’s inviting, family-friendly vibe. “Our dog sneaks up on the sofa whenever we’re not looking, so I wash the
slipcover almost weekly,” says Sarah. “Nothing in the house is too precious.” Sarah painted the piece of abstract artwork for the couple’s first condo. In this traditional space, it lends a graphic, modern touch. SOFA, IKEA; COFFE TABLE, JKC Vintage Decor; BLACK SIDE TABLE, Sunpan Modern; STOOL, already owned.
OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT An antique mirror, a framed postcard with a sketch depicting Cabbagetown, a brass bowl from Sarah’s house growing up, and a framed poem from the couple’s American road trip are some of the treasures displayed on the shelf of the secretary desk in the living room. SECRETAIRY DESK, heirloom piece.
OPPOSITE The wood-burning fireplace, an essential element for the couple who grew accustomed to this inviting feature while living in chilly northern Ontario, was given new life by painting the mantel and repairing the doors. The mantel provided a spot for Sarah to display her beautiful silver-finished trumeau mirror. FIREPLACE MIRROR, already owned; VASES, JKC Vintage Décor; CHAIRS, thrift store; VELVET UPHOLSTERY ON CHAIRS, Designer Fabrics; VINTAGE COFFEE TABLE, JKC Vintage Decor; SIDE TABLE, hand-me-down; LAMP, vintage find; SECRETAIRY DESK, heirloom piece; DESK CHAIR, Bephi Home.
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esigner Sarah Birnie was nearing the end of an adventure of a lifetime, a yearlong road trip around the United States with her entrepreneur husband, Jeremy, and their daughter Olivia (now 5), when a friend made the fortuitous Toronto discovery. A stunning five-bedroom semi-detached home across the street from a beautiful park was for rent. Through the miracle of video calling, Sarah was instantly able to see the house’s potential. What immediately struck her was the character. All the original architectural details — substantial mouldings, soaring ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace — were still intact. But the space was tired, rickety and needed some work. And despite it being a rental, Sarah was so smitten with the house’s stunning bones, she knew she could give this 100-year-old gem the love it deserved. The first order of business was painting the orange and blue walls a crisp shade of white. Inspired by the chic look of Parisian apartments and Brooklyn brownstones, she balanced old and new and incorporated a neutral palette to keep the look fresh. “Everything was painted from top to bottom, including the mouldings, so it was a bit of an undertaking,” says Sarah.
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BELOW To add more storage in the master bedroom (Victorian row houses are notorious for lacking closet space), Sarah incorporated two storage units to serve as his-and-hers closets, tucking them into nooks flanking the fireplace mantel. DESIGN, Stacy McLennan Interiors, stacyminteriors.com; WALL PAINT, Dune White CC-70 (throughout), Benjamin Moore; WINDOWS & DOORS, Fieldstone Windows & Doors; Iron Ore SW 7069; WINDOW & DOOR PAINT, (throughout), Sherwin-Williams; CHANDELIER, Union Lighting and Furnishings; VASE, HomeSense
Continuing into the master bedroom, the neutral palette lends the space a calm, soothing vibe. The bed’s headboard has a story: it’s made from the cold cellar door from the couple’s first house. “The upholstered bench is mostly there so that my daughter can climb up onto the bed,” says Sarah.
HEADBOARD, cold cellar door; DRAPES, J&J; BENCH, already owned; MIRROR, (above bed), Greens Antiques; WARDROBES, Ikea; PAX STORAGE, AREA RUG, Wayfair; MODERN CHANDELIER, Universal Lighting; MIRROR, (leaning on fireplace): vintage; DRESSER, IKEA; SIDE TABLES, already owned.
RIGHT Sarah turned one of the extra bedrooms into an adorable guestroom. “You can’t fit more than a single bed, so we wanted to make it inviting.” Along with the beautiful antique furnishings (bed, dresser and mirror), a funky lamp goes a long way in making the room feel current. “I added that so it didn’t look like a historical photo”. DRESSER, vintage; MIRROR, vintage; AREA RUG, IKEA; LAMP, HomeSense; BEDDING, already owned; DRAPES, already owned; IRON BED, vintage.
OPPOSITE “I wanted to make Olivia’s room feel like a fairytale, a fun and playful space where she can use her imagination, surrounded by meaningful things.” Sarah incorporated items like a cute pasta ornament, which she framed in a shadowbox made by Olivia’s great-grandmother; an adorable pink piano; and a magical dollhouse from Sarah’s childhood. The room’s pretty pink colour scheme complements the exposed brick of the house’s chimney. BED, IKEA; PENDANT LIGHT, already owned; DRESSER, already owned; AREA RUG, vintage; CHAIR, thrift store, painted and upholstered, BANNER, from trip to India; PIANO, hand-me-down.
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Another major job involved doing a cheap and cheerful kitchen renovation. Keeping the small room simple, Sarah incorporated flat-panel cabinetry, durable engineered quartz countertops, slate flooring and affordable stainless steel appliances. Tweaking the house also included polishing the original hardwood floors, incorporating more storage and installing new modern light fixtures. Giving their space a warm and personal touch included surrounding themselves with meaningful objects. Heirloom antiques, collectibles
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found on trips or passed down from family, and artwork covering the walls gallery-style all add a personal touch. “We acquire art wherever we go whether it’s photographs of our travels, some that my mother-in-law has taken, or a vintage find in a market,” says Sarah. “It’s personal items that we’ve collected over the years rather than high-end purchases.” Indeed, it’s this type of appreciation for life’s treasures, along with Sarah’s honed designer eye, that not only brought this charming row house back to life but also made it their home.
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WARM WELCOME
This season is about embracing our autumnal instincts and celebrating warm, cozy interiors, neutral palettes, more personalized décor, and pops of rich, statement colours. It’s about that fine balance between new and old, contemporary and vintage, light and dark, rustic and refined. Just like the fall reflects our mood, this issue is all about how your décor directly reflects your style.
CASTLE LIGHT
royal reno TEXT LAURA MUIR PHOTOGRAPHY ROBIN STUBBERT STYLING INES MAZZOTTA
Interior designer Ines Mazzotta transformed this boring Toronto bungalow into a stately stunner.
The living room drapery highlights the space’s soaring 12-1/2-foot ceilings, lending the room a sense of grandeur. “Maggie loves pink, so I said, ‘Let’s just go for it,’” recalls Ines. “But this was not supposed to be a Barbie house. It needed to be sophisticated so this is no bubblegum pink; this is a beautiful, understated blush.”
DESIGN, Kelly Hopter Interiors; BUILDER, Homes by Ariana; PAINT, Benjamin Moore; WING CHAIR, heirloom piece; SECTIONAL, Whittington & Co.; FABRIC, Robert Allen; OTTOMANS, Whittington & Co.; FABRIC, JF Fabrics; DRAPERY FABRIC, Alendel Linenhouse; DRAPERY FABRICATION, Tania’s Drapery House; RUG, Feizy; TRAYS , West Elm; SIDE TABLE, vintage.
ABOVE Pretty pink stools, set under a sleek brass and smoked glass console, offer extra seating in the living room and play off the drapes. Elements like black-and-white photographs and a sculptural lamp, with its gold foil finish, suggest a bit of drama and sophisticated edge. STOOLS, Structube; CONSOLE, Elte; PHOTOGRAPHS, (top) Edward Steichen; (bottom) Philippe Hugonnard; LAMP, Wayfair.
LEFT Adorable faux fur and pale wood stools, tucked under a Nero Marquina marble console, lends a hint of whimsy in the living room and serves as extra seating (along with the ottomans and pink stools in the room) when Maggie entertains. “Ines has an incredible eye for art and is very good at finding the right pieces,” Maggie says. “Because the ceilings are so high, she opted for larger pieces instead of gallery walls.” STOOLS, Elte Mkt; CONSOLE, Wayfair; PAINTING, Jackie Von Tobel.
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The size of the kitchen’s island was based on the slab of marble used for the countertop. “You can’t get a slab beyond that size, so I just put in the biggest piece of marble and the biggest island I possibly could,” Maggie says. The homeowner wanted a bright kitchen that would stand the test of time. “This is a very classic kitchen with a kind of contemporary take on it,” says Ines. Paired with chic velvet stools — upholstered in a kid-friendly wipeable fabric — the island’s dusty blue hue plays into the living room’s colour palette, which features navy blue. CABINETRY, Woodcraft Kicthens; SINKS, Franke; BACKSPLASH, Olympia tile; COUNTERTOP, Ciot; PAINT, Benjamin Moore; PENDANT LIGHTS, Visual Comfort & Co.; DOOR HANDLES, Lewis Dolin; FAUCETS, Waterstone; POT FILLER, Waterstone; ROMAN SHADE, Tania’s Drapery House, STOOLS, Wayfair.
OPPOSITE The kitchen cabinetry features a mix of closed and open shelves flanking the sink, plus cupboards with glass-panelled doors holding a large collection of wine and champagne glasses (the couple has a wine cellar in the basement) and antique china. “Because it is a large kitchen and she needed a lot of storage, we wanted to make sure that it didn’t feel overwhelming,” says Ines. A stunning feature in the space, the cabinets are backed with the same marble subway tile used for the backsplash.
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MaggieAdhami-Boynton aptly describes her home as “castle light.” The residence may be in Toronto, but it conjures the romanticism of Old World Europe, with traditional mouldings that cover every wall, wide-open spaces, high ceilings, and understated opulence. “I wanted that European castle feel without being too gaudy,” Maggie says.
In the all-white kitchen, elements like the Calacatta marble countertop, marblesubway-tiled backsplash, and hits of brass—via the hardware, faucets and stunning bistro-style pendant lights—add warmth.
“In the dining room, we blew out the windows on either side of the door (which already existed), so we get a ton of light in that space,” Maggie says. A massive clean-lined Parsons table made of reclaimed oak is juxtaposed with more ornate elements like the vintage French-style chairs, the oversized gilded mirror and ornate French-style buffet. The chandelier references old-world lanterns in a more contemporary way. TABLE, CHAIRS, BENCH, Restoration Hardware; CHANDELIER, Wayfair; DRESSER, vintage; LAMP, Crate & Barrel; MIRROR, Abraham’s Trading Inc; RUG, Feizy.
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Maggie created a chic home that reflects her love of fashion balanced with the needs of a young family.
Maggie’s “castle” is actually a sprawling 3,200-square-foot 1950s brick bungalow, which she and her husband, insurance executive Chris Boynton, purchased in 2016 and renovated over the span of a year. “We had one child and I was very pregnant,” Maggie says, noting that their previous house was too small for a growing family. After experiencing their share of ludicrous bidding wars, an agent called and gave them a tip on an exclusive sale. “It wasn’t listed on the market, so only a few people had gone through it,” she says. A tech and marketing professional by day, Maggie is also a style influencer. “I have a day job, but as a hobby, I run an Instagram page and blog called Over Exposed where I showcase my style,” she says. “It’s my creative outlet.” It was important for her to find a house she could renovate, injecting her own personal style. This stately bungalow on a coveted tree-lined lot fit the bill. With the help of her brother, a luxury homes builder, and interior designer Ines Mazzotta of Kelly Hopter Interiors, Maggie created a chic home that reflects her love of fashion balanced with the needs of a young family (she and Chris now have three small children, Jasper, 4, Ariella, 2, and Caspian, who just turned 1). “I would have loved to have beautiful brass and glass tables instead of the navy blue ottomans in the living room,” she says. “But we decided kids are going to use this area so glass isn’t really sensible.” A balance of functionality and style defined the renovation, which involved a major gut-job. Walls were taken down, the layout was overhauled and ceilings were opened up to the attic to add three feet of height. New architectural details like extratall doors, floor-to-ceiling mouldings, and expansive windows helped Maggie enhance the Old World vibe she was after.
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One thing’s for sure: it's a home that would make anyone feel like royalty.
Within the newly planned space, Ines helped Maggie bring her vision of a chic, family-friendly space to life, solving challenges like how to furnish their generous living room for TVwatching and large family gatherings—as well as how to incorporate some pink, Maggie’s favourite colour, without offending her husband. The blush-pink drapery, which Chris loves, ended up being a showstopper. Within the airy home, pieces like gilded mirrors, vintage French-style furnishings and luxe materials such as brass, marble, shagreen and faux fur enhanced the sumptuous look. Contrasted with more contemporary items against a crisp white backdrop, one thing's for sure: it’s a home that would make any occupant feel like royalty.
Formerly an eating area off the kitchen, the master bedroom features a bow window where a vintage French-style bed was placed for a dream-like setting. “Right behind that it’s all forested and very picturesque,” Maggie says. The mix of elements in the space creates a luxurious, serene look. “The nightstands and dresser with brass details are contemporary in shape but also glamorous,” says Ines. “The lamps have marble bases, so they’re quite chic, and there is a lot of softness introduced with the velvet on the pillow and the bench.” An oversized chandelier makes a grand, sculptural statement in the room. BED, Wayfair; SIDE TABLES, Restoration Hardware; BENCH, West Elm; RUG, Feizy; PHOTOGRAPHS, Georgianna Lane; LAMPS, Renwil; DRAPERY, Tania’s Drapery House; THROW, amara.com; CHANDELIER, CWI Llighting; DRESSER, Restoration Hardware; MIRROR, Anthroplogie; ART, Celadon Art; CANDLEHOLDERS, Elte Mkt.
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HISTORICAL BARN
TEXT KATIE HAYDEN PHOTOGRAPHY ROBIN STUBBERT STYLING ANN MARIE FAVOT AND MORGAN LINDSAY
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With dreams of designing a home that’s curent with a hint of heritage, an Ontario home builder is inspired by an iconic French stove.
OPPOSITE Classic features like tall mullioned windows, a grand red oak front door with sidelights and a herringbonepattern brick front walk are contrasted with more modern elements like simple square columns for an updated historical look. White pumpkins and big cast-iron planters bursting with white chrysanthemums feel festive but understated at Thanksgiving. DESIGN, Lidia Van Zyl Design, Ivzdesign.com; BUILDER, Meridian Design Build; DOOR, Maxwell Woodturnings; WINDOWS, DeCola Windows and doors.
RIGHT A pale unpainted wood door and antique table, plus woven accents like a jute rug, wicker basket and ropewrapped table lamp bring a timeless elegance to the front hall, while walls washed in Benjamin Moore’s Cloud White (Lynne’s go-to paint) keep the look light and contemporary. “We have a lot of antique pieces that we repurpose and marry with modern finishes,” says homeowner and builder John Raimondi. MIRROR, At home Interiors; RUG Saturday Afternoons.
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a Cornue stoves, with their bold colours and ornate detailing, are the pinnacle of kitchen luxury. Some homeowners build a kitchen around them. But a whole home? That’s a more novel concept. Several years ago, John Raimondi, a builder of custom lakefront homes, took a shine to a La Cornue. When it came time in 2016 to build a house for his own family in Innisfil, Ont., that iconic stove figured prominently. “I thought it’d be a great jumping-off point for our kitchen—and really, for the whole house.” Indeed, the black of the Raimondis’ stove reappears regularly throughout their entire newly-built four-bedroom house. In the dining room, you can spot it in the bold, black Windsor chairs. Ditto, in the mudroom’s vintage lockers, and even the Thanksgiving pumpkins carry the signature colour. Providing contrast, the inky hue is offset by ample natural light and expanses of white walls broken up by rough-hewn barn beams and rugged rock throughout the home. It’s an aesthetic that meshes perfectly with the refined farmhouse style John and his wife Lynne wanted, set on a four-acre lakefront lot on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfeldt Bay. Inside, the spaces—which the couple worked on with designer Lidia Van Zyl—were planned to feel cozy, but not overly historic. “We didn’t want it to be mistaken for something old,” John says. “It’s current with a hint of heritage.” STYLEATHOME.COM OCTOBER 2019
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Can you spot “1893” carved into the 126-year-old beam
ABOVE Black and white pumpkins and dusty green-seeded eucalyptus keep the look of the Thanksgiving table settings simple, yet elegant. A raw linen table runner and woven raffia placemats inject pleasing texture into the monochromatic vignette, and pressed glass adds a touch of sparkle. PLACEMATS, Pier1; CANDLES, CUTLERY, IKEA; PLATES, ironstone.
OPPOSITE For the great room’s sitting area, the wood-burning fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows looking out toward the lake were “non-negotiables” for Lynne. Casual, sand-toned sofas, a pair of leather chairs and a coffee table – all with roomy proportions – are inviting and well-suited to the dimensions of the space. Underneath a mantel made of an old barn beam, a huge boulder acts as a keystone in the stacked Owen Sound ledge rock. The huge round
chandelier, mantel mirror and tall lanterns are suitably clean-lined accents that carry the black theme colour into this area. The flooring throughout the house is white oak. CHANDELIER, COFFEE TABLE, Restoration Hardware; SOFAS, Sears; MIRROR, Dwellings; CHAIRS, Elte.
ABOVE Lynne and John designed the great room as a space that can accommodate a crowd when needed. The long trestle-style dining table ringed
in Windsor chairs seats 14. Lynne can seat six more on the screened-in porch off the kitchen and another six on the backyard patio. “Some people choose to sit inside because we’re westfacing, which is fantastic for sunsets,” Lynne says. TABLE, Bateman House Furniture; CHAIRS, Wooden Penny; CUTLERY, NAPKINS, Ikea; FLOORING, Irving Carpet One Floor and Home.
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Floating wood shelves beautifully show off their tasteful kitchen collection
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A huge wood island and delicate glass pendant lights delineate the kitchen without hampering visual flow to the window. The island’s white Caesarstone counter also lightens the look. Double doors lead out to the screened-in porch, where a second wood-burning fireplace lets the family enjoy dining, lounging and watching TV outside even in cooler weather. The dramatic black La Cornue stove inspired the design of the custom kitchen. “That was the catalyst: we designed all the elements of the kitchen and its colours around it.” Black cabinets adorned with steel strapping and topped with a stainless steel counter run the length of the wall, broken up by two sets of oak drawers. The dark tone is balanced by abundant natural light and walls washed in warm white. STOVE, TA Appliances; COUNTERTOPS, Northern Granite Works; SCONCE, Rona; STOOLS, Restoration Hardware.
ABOVE Carrying the black, white and wood colour palette into kitchen utensils keeps the look historical and cohesive. LEFT Vintage drafting stools with a well-worn finish are dark-toned counterpoints to the spacious oak island and its crisp white Caesarstone top. “There was a lot of discussion on whether we should do a coloured painted-wood
island. Instead, we chose to do it in wood to match the beams and floor,” John says. Floating wood shelves filled with artful serving pieces build on the oldfashioned, unfitted kitchen look. “We had more than enough cabinet space elsewhere, so we opted for something more architectural and decorative for the uppers,” John says.
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The living room, with a beamed and panelled ceiling and towering stone fireplace, has the most rustic look. “The beams came out of a 125-year-old barn just north of here,” John says. “We paired them with crisp ceiling boards that are actually stained white oak flooring.” The great room commands the most square-footage, with the bedrooms kept small. “We wanted this space to be as big as possible so everyone can hang out together”, explains Lynne. At Thanksgiving, when John and Lynne’s families descend and gather in the great room before the festive meal, that big black stove figures prominently, proffering the turkey, stuffing, vegetables and pies that everyone looks forward to every year. And although John might not be the cook in the family, he definitely knows this: the kitchen is the heart of a home, and the inspiration for his.
The openwork pendant light casts pretty patterns OPPOSITE It’s as functional as any modern mudroom, but this one – located between the garage, laundry room and kitchen pantry – is outfitted with decidedly old-world accoutrements like a long church pew, a vintage schoolhouse chalkboard and row of lockers painted in black. The walls are clad in cedar shakes – leftover from the exterior, and painted white. The herringbone pattern of the slate floor tiles echoes the look of the front walk. LIGHTS, Glass Lighting Gallery; PILLOWS, Lidia Van Zyl Design; FLOORING, Desert Tile.
ABOVE The mudroom lockers were salvaged from Lynne and John’s high school, where the pair first met. “They were a bright blue, so we painted them to match the slate floor,” Lynne says. “And there’s four of them, so we each have one.” Four big cast-iron hooks add aditional function. “The kids can grab their school bags, or their hockey or
soccer bags, and just head out,” she adds. “We don’t have to store those things in other rooms.” HOOKS, Muskoka Living; RUG Urban Barn.
RIGHT The bright white mainfloor guest room is dressed with classic cottagey accents like a wrought-iron bed, summery striped cotton blanket and seagrass rug. Because there’s just one guest room, Lynne outfitted it with two queen-sized beds. “It’s a perfect room for a full family,” she says. (A loft over the garage will be transformed into a second guest space later on). BED, Structube; RUG Lidia Van Zyl Design; BLANKET, Harbour Home Interiors; CEILING LIGHT Restoration Hardware; BLANKET, Pine Cone Hill.
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TOP SHELF TURNAROUND TEXT LAURA MUIR PHOTOGRAPHY STACEY VAN BERKEL STYLING CHRISTINE HANLON
A homeowner’s love of books sparks a renovation with a very happy ending.
OPPOSITE Giving the couple a space where they could “snuggle up with a good blanket on a cozy, deep sofa” was a big priority in the renovation, says Brenda. The new 17-foot-by-17foot family room, part of the house’s back extension, met this criteria and more. The space features a wall of folding glass doors to offer indoor/outdoor living. “You can open the family room completely to the backyard,” says Brenda.
CEILING & WALL PANELLING, Stone Tile; SOFA, SIDE TABLE, LAMP, Elte; COFFEE TABLE, EQ3; SCULPTURE, Urban Barn; ARMCHAIRS, Shelter Furniture; PILLOWS, Union Lighting; FLOOR LAMPS, Flos from Lightform; FIREPLACE, Toronto Home Comfort; FIREPLACE BASE & CLADDING, Stone Tile; DRAPERY, Model Space; PHOTOGRAPH, Slim Aarons Estate via Undercurrent Projects.
RIGHT The family room’s threesided gas fireplace complements the space’s modern look with its Nero Marquina marble
“WHAT STARTED THE RENOVATION WAS MY NEED FOR A BOOKSHELF,” says Toronto homeowner and serious bibliophile Keri West. “It evolved from there.” Having grown tired of keeping her collection of 700 books boxed up in the garage, she and her husband, actor and television host Noah Cappe, finally committed to proper shelves. “And then there was a debate about where to put them…and then we decided to renovate the entire house!” It may seem like it was a snap decision, but it had been a long time coming. Within 10 years, Keri and Noah had bought and sold five separate homes, working their way up the Toronto real estate ladder—from a small condo to a rowhouse to detached homes— until buying this gem. “This house was being flipped on the market when we saw it,” says Noah. “Everything was brand new, in the heart of the city facing a school, and it felt like you were looking out into this big open space. We just fell in love with it.” That was six years ago, and after living here for four years the couple still thought the place was perfect for them so they decided to invest in making it their forever home.
base and porcelain-tiled TV niche. The wood panelling on the wall and ceiling lends warmth and visually connects the room with the outside. “Since you could open the family room completely to the backyard, we wanted there to be a flow in terms of materials,” says Brenda. “That’s why there’s so much wood. It really feels like you’re in an indoor/outdoor space that continues into the backyard.”
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With the help of Brenda Izen of Izen Architecture, they spent a year turning it into a chic 2,650-square-foot space with undeniable cool factor. “They are a very cool couple,” says Brenda. “So part of the renovation was to make this home livable for them and conducive to their lifestyle.” For this busy couple—Keri is working on her PhD in social work and Noah travels extensively as the host of the Food Network and Cooking Channel’s Carnival Eats— lounging around the house with their two beloved black cats, Mr. Gary Wu and Dr. Peter Venkman, is just as important as the industry events they attend or the legendary parties they throw. “We’re either in our sweatpants like everybody else,” says Noah. “Or dressed up as the Golden Girls with 30 of our friends!” adds Keri, finishing the sentence. The other consideration for the renovation was preparing the house for a growing family (the couple has started the process of adopting a child).
THE COUNTER-TO-CEILING MARBLE BACKSPLASH ADDS INSTANT ELEGANCE
ABOVE Letting in more natural light was a big priority in the renovation. “It’s obviously a very long and thin house,” says Noah, “so we wanted to do everything we could to try to bring in as much light as possible. We blew out the front wall and opened up the window, put in a window
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above the sink in the kitchen, and added that massive NanaWall at the back. We installed an open staircase. Just anything and everything we could do to bring more light into the open concept and let it dance through the space a bit.”
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CABINETRY, ArtCraft Kitchens; COUNTERTOPS, Caesarstone; BACKSPLASH, Stone Tile; HARDWARE, Richelieu; STOOLS, CB2 SCULPTURE, Elte; KETTLE, Smeg.
ABOVE The kitchen’s counter-toceiling marble backsplash adds a wow factor in the kitchen along with the white quartz countertops. “I don’t know if it’s the Food Network part of me, or just being on set too many times, but when we were choosing countertops it was like I wanted that stark white beautiful clean countertop that just makes chopping a pepper look like a photo shoot,” says Noah. RIGHT The kitchen features ebonized oak cabinetry with brass details and marble elements. “The backsplash is marble, and there is a part over the hood that looks like a suspended piece of marble, which is stunning,” says Brenda. A sheep sculpture (along with the pig sculpture in the family room) represents the couple’s love of animals. “Apparently the City of Toronto frowns upon you keeping a real sheep so that was the next best thing,” says Keri. “The sweaters aren’t as comfortable,” adds Noah. ALL APPLIANCES, Best Brand Appliance.
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Contemplating bookshelves turned into a massive project that included building a rear extension, which added 875 square feet to the house and allowed for a new family room (with a wall of folding glass doors) and an upstairs master bedroom (with a box bay window that cantilevers over the backyard). “Then it was like a classic domino effect,” says Noah. They were told if they dug two feet down they could turn the basement into a usable space for a home theatre. “Yup!” says Noah, referring to his affirmative response. And after finishing the design of the new rooms, it became apparent the rest of the house needed to follow suit. “It went from replacing dark floors with light oak to really having to do everything to bring it all into this current aesthetic,” says Keri.
ABOVE Collected over time, the limited edition prints of the couple’s favourite recording artists caught in candid moments serve as conversation pieces in the dining room. “Each picture is cool because there’s all these amazing backstories,” says Noah. “Whether it’s Bowie transforming into Ziggy Stardust or Neil Young having breakfast right before he finds out later on that day that his ranch is burned down, there are these quirky cool little glimpses.”
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Limited edition PRINTS (dining room), NEIL YOUNG PHOTOGRAPH, by Henry Diltz, Morrison Hotel Gallery (in New York); RUN DMC PHOTOGRAPH, from Estate of Ken Regan, Morrison Hotel Gallery; LOUIS ARMSTRONG PHOTOGRAPH, from Estate of Ken Regan, Morrison Hotel Gallery; JONI MITCHELL PHOTOGRAPH, by Henry Diltz, Morrison Hotel Gallery; CAT STEVENS PHOTOGRAPH, by Barry Wentzell, Analogue Gallery; THE DOORS PHOTOGRAPH, by Henry Diltz, Morrison Hotel Gallery; DAVID BOWIE PHOTOGRAPH, by Mick Rock, Morrison Hotel Gallery; ELLA FITZGERALD PHOTOGRAPH, by Herman Leonard, Morrison Hotel Gallery.
“THE WHOLE VIBE FELT LIKE WE HAD AIRBNB-ED SOME L.A. PRODUCER’S HOLLYWOOD HILLS HOUSE”
ABOVE For the couple who doesn’t drink hard liquor, the bar cart’s stock is mostly for guests and even serves as a decoration. “They look like collector pieces because half of them haven’t been opened in 20 years!” says Noah. CENTER A tulip table, sleek wood and leather chairs and a minimalist brass chandelier sets a modern, casual tone in the dining room, which is at the front of the house. “We actually used to have a big wood table. One of those massive put-in-the-middlepiece-and-extend-it-for-10 type things, and when we were changing things around we really realized we don’t need that amount of space allocated to that,” says Noah. “So we downsized and made it feel a little bit more comfortable.” DINING TABLE, Shelter Furniture; DINING CHAIRS, Shelter Furniture; CONSOLE TABLE, Elte; CANDLE HOLDER, Morba; CHANDELIER, Decorum Decorative Finds; FLOORING (throughout), Stone Tile; BAR CART, West Elm; WALL PAINT, (throughout), Benjamin Moore.
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RIGHT With a predominantly white palette, a layering of textural and natural elements like the vaulted ceiling, the faux brick fireplace, the wood framing the window seat and the birch-bark-like wallpaper gives the master bedroom an inviting, cosy ambiance. “It was all about being perched up in the clouds in this amazing vaulted space and having all these different textures,” says Brenda. “It’s about adding warmth with texture instead of colour or something traditional.”
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OPPOSITE, FAR RIGHT Textural wallpaper in the master bedroom evokes the look of birch bark. “That along with the fireplace, the carved wood moose head, the wood-framed window seat, the buffalo check blanket and all those little touches gives the bedroom a rustic-y but not cabin-inthe-woods feel,” says Noah. “It’s like modern Canadiana.”
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“IT’S ABOUT ADDING WARMTH WITH TEXTURE INSTEAD OF COLOUR OR SOMETHING TRADITIONAL.”
ABOVE A yellow rotary phone, a gift from Noah to Keri as a graduation present after she finished an internship at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), pays homage to a bygone era before cell phones took over. “They still had these old phones for the interns at SickKids and I loved their weight,” says Keri. “We don’t have landlines anymore and we don’t get the experience of holding a receiver anymore.”
LEFT The idea of incorporating texture and contrast instead of colour continued into the black and white ensuite bathroom, where 8-inch hexagonal porcelain tiles cover the walls and subtly striped porcelain tiles cover the floors. The shower enclosure is an industrial hit and serves as a feature in the room, and a cove with an LED strip in the shower lends interest. “It looks like sunlight is coming through and it creates this really nice soft light,” says Noah. “And if you want to change the colour to red on Valentine’s Day, you can.”
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THE AIRY OFFICE WILL EASILY BE CONVERTED INTO A DREAMY NURSERY
The result is an inviting, bright and modern space that’s underscored with a zest for life. A mix of natural materials like wood, marble, and hits of brass inject luxury, depth and warmth; a neutral palette keeps things sophisticated and classic; and not only do the storied artwork, collections and curios inject colour and personality, but they also indicate the couple’s wide range of interests. The family room – where a Slim Aaron photograph called “Poolside Glamour” sets the tone – exemplifies the house’s overall swankiness. “I remember the first couple of weeks after the renovation,” says Noah. “We would be sitting in the family room and the whole vibe felt like we had Airbnb-ed some L.A. producer’s Hollywood Hills house. It was hard to believe it was ours!” As for the bookshelves? “The craziest thing is they got put into the guestroom,” he says. “They’re beautiful and it works well, but Keri’s books were the reason we started the whole thing and they were one of the last things we ended up arranging!”
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LEFT Keri’s home office, which was formerly the master bedroom, will eventually be turned into the nursery. “We imagined a child growing up in this room and having lots of floor space and tons of natural light flowing in,” says Keri. “Also the room looks over the school across the street’s field. So we wanted a really special place for a little person to grow up.” Elements like the green pendant, green chair, geometrical mirror and dresser (which will be converted into a change table) were chosen to work in the space when it eventually becomes a nursery. DESK, CB2; DESK CHAIR, West Elm; GREEN CHAIR, Shelter Furniture; DRESSER, West Elm; PENDANT LIGHT, Lightform; MIRROR, Elte.
ABOVE The beautiful antique cameras displayed in the home office are actually only a small part of an extraordinary collection that Keri inherited from her father. (The rest of the collection takes pride of place in a lighted glass display case in the basement’s home theatre.) “There are dozens and dozens of cameras. It’s a huge collection,” says Keri. “Dad was very particular about what he added to his collection and was so knowledgeable about them. They obviously have a sentimental value, but they’re also incredibly beautiful and we wanted to do the collection justice and really display them in a way that would have made him proud.”
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Kosher cravings PHOTOGRAPHY RYAN SZULC | FOOD STYLING MICHELLE RABIN
This golden broth goes a long way to healing what ails you, heart and soul.
Traditionally, kosher meals were meant to sustain, not entertain, but cookbook author Amy Rosen has the chutzpah to do both. They will schmear, braise and baste their way into your home and heart.
FOOD CHICKEN SOUP (AKA JEWISH PENICILLIN) SERVES 10 TO 12
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roasting chicken, giblet bag removed, trimmed of excess fat and rinsed 2 parsnips, peeled and ends chopped off 2 stalks celery with leaves 2 large onions, halved 6 medium carrots, peeled and ends chopped off 1 tbsp sea salt, plus more to taste pepper to taste 1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley ¼ cup chopped dill, plus a few sprigs for garnish
you don’t have that much time to spare, several hours will do in a pinch. When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 325°F. Cover the brisket with foil and cook, covered, for 3 hours. Remove the foil and cook, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes. Let cool, then refrigerate the brisket (this aids in slicing).
When the brisket is cold, skim and discard the fat with a spoon. Remove the brisket from the sauce and slice thinly against the grain. Add it back into the pan with the sauce. About 1 hour before you’re ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the brisket in the oven and reheat, uncovered, for 20–30 minutes, spooning the sauce overtop a few times. Serve at once.
Crowd-pleaser (and kosher!) main course
Put the chicken in a very large pot and pour in about 12–14 cups water, making sure clucky is covered. With the stockpot uncovered, bring to a boil, using a slotted spoon to skim and discard the foam that accumulates. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the whole parsnips, celery, onions and carrots and the salt and pepper. Cook, partially covered, for at least 2 hours (3 hours is better, though). Skim occasionally as foam appears. With about 10 minutes to go, toss in the parsley and dill. For a pristine broth, remove the chicken, veggies and herbs from the pot and set aside. Strain the soup through a sieve or colander lined with cheesecloth (or a double layer of paper towel), returning the clear broth to a clean pot. Shred or slice the chicken; discard the onions, celery and parsley; and roughly chop the carrots and parsnips and add them back into the soup before serving. To serve, spoon a ladle or two of broth, then add a few pieces of carrot, parsnip, a bisl of chicken (use the rest for chicken salad sandwiches tomorrow) and a sprig of fresh dill into each bowl. This is even better bejeweled with a couple of matzo balls (p. 64), meat kreplach (p. 60) or egg noodles (p. 70). Shabbat shalom.
MAPLE-SOY BRISKET SERVES 8 TO 10
1 ½ ½ 1 ½ 1
cup pure maple syrup cup soy sauce cup apricot preserves pouch (about 1 oz) onion soup mix cup tomato sauce pepper to taste (5 lb) beef brisket
In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, soy sauce, apricot preserves, onion soup mix, tomato sauce and pepper. Place the brisket in a roasting pan and pour the marinade overtop. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight. If
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Throw some baby potatoes in the pan for a schmalt y side
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8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Kosher salt and pepper to taste 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into thin wedges 20 large green olives 2 medium seedless navel oranges (or 1 large) 94 |
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Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large baking dish or roasting pan, place the chicken thighs in a single layer, skin side up. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the onion wedges and olives around the baking dish. If using medium oranges, juice and zest 1 orange, then slice the second orange into thin half-moon slices. If using 1 large orange, juice
and zest half and slice the other half. Spread the orange slices around the baking dish, then pour the juice all over the chicken. Bake, uncovered, for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and browned. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving with bread, rice or roasted baby potatoes.
AMY’S PERFECT PECAN BUNS MAKES 12
for the dough 1 cup milk 5 tbsp butter 1 (¼ oz) package active dry yeast 3 tbsp sugar 1 tsp sea salt 4¾ cups flour, divided 3 eggs Drizzle of vegetable oil for the topping ¾ cup butter ¾ cup packed brown sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon ½ cup chopped pecans Pinch of kosher salt
for the filling ¾ cup brown sugar ½ cup chopped pecans 2 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ cup butter, softened Make the dough. In a small saucepan over low heat (or carefully in the microwave), warm the milk and butter until the butter has melted and the temperature is hot but not scalding (you’re looking for 105°F on a thermometer). Pour the mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, and sprinkle the yeast and sugar overtop. Do not stir. Let sit until it foams, about 8–10 minutes. Stir in the salt.
Light and fluffy, with a crunchy caramelly glaze
Add 2¼ cups flour and mix until just combined. Add the eggs and mix until incorporated. Knead the dough on medium-high speed until a smooth batter forms, about 2–3 minutes. Add the remaining 2½ cups flour and knead on medium until the dough comes together and forms a smooth, elastic ball, about 6–8 minutes. Add a bit more flour if needed. Add a drizzle of oil to a large bowl and turn the ball of dough around in it so it’s got a light sheen all over. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise until it doubles in size, about 1 hour. While the dough is rising, make the topping. Grease a 9 × 13-inch baking pan with a bit of butter. Melt ¾ cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon, whisking until smooth. Pour into the greased baking pan. Sprinkle the bottom of the pan with chopped pecans and a pinch of salt. Set aside. To make the filling, combine the brown sugar, chopped pecans and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside. When the dough is ready, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12 × 18-inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter over the dough with an offset spatula, leaving a ¾-inch border along the sides. Sprinkle evenly with the brown sugar, cinnamon and pecan filling mixture. Starting at one long end, roll the dough into a log and pinch to seal the seam. With the seam side down, slice the log into 12 fat rounds; each one should be just over three fingers thick. Place in the prepared pan, cut side up and slightly spaced apart. Loosely cover with plastic wrap and let rise until puffy, about 20–25 minutes. During this second rise, place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375°F. Once the buns have risen, remove the plastic wrap and bake the buns until golden brown, about 18–22 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 3 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter. Scrape any remaining filling from the pan onto the buns. Serve at once. If you don’t eat them all in one sitting, they also freeze well.
Enjoy more of Amy Rosen’s delicious recipes in Kosher Style (Random House, $38).
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