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48 Expert Interiors Design Advice and Ideas From the Experts By Goody Niosi
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78 Epicure The Best of Brunch Recipes by Sylvia Main
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David Hume said, “Beauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them.” This is along the same lines as the adage, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” What’s the connection to interior design? That it’s personal. This Annual Interior Design Issue of Homes & Living was carefully planned with the fact that interior design is a matter of taste, style and opinion.
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When you’re on a five-month, 70-city North American tour – as is the case for international pop-opera quartet The Tenors – coming home is a retreat. In our interview with these always-stylish and sophisticated men, Fraser, Clifton, Remigio and Victor share what they love most about coming home. Spread from coast to coast, each of their homes reflect their personal style and design sense, but also work for their distinct lifestyles. As a bonus, you get an H&L exclusive – a look inside
Fraser’s open-concept nature-inspired L.A. beach home (flip to page 26). Inspiration for interior design continues with this issue’s spectacular Feature Home. Designed with Tuscany in mind, every custom detail is enviable. The homeowners spared no expense in the design of their dream home. Lusso Villa serves as design inspiration for our homes and our readers’ homes. I hope you’ll find many sources of inspiration throughout this special annual issue that you can make your own. And don’t forget: it’s OK to break the rules! H&L Unveils New Luxury Website HLmagazine.com got a facelift. The user-friendly navigation experience makes it quick and easy to link to the latest digital editions, Feature Home slideshows, web exclusive content and more! Visit HLmagazine.com today. Sincerely,
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Gaile Guevara is a Vancouver BC-based interior designer with an extensive background in residential multi-family projects. Her specialty is distilling interiors to their purest elements. She has an online following of over 300,000 on Pinterest and over 5.8 million page views on Flickr.
Austrian-born Sylvia Main is the owner of Fairholme Manor – a historic bed and breakfast in Victoria’s Oak Bay neighbourhood. She is also a self-taught chef and bestselling author of two recipe books, Fabulous Fairholme and Easy Elegance From Fabulous Fairholme who is passionate about food and presentation. Visit fairholmemanor.com
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Goody Niosi is a former film director, scriptwriter and editor. She has been writing for newspapers and magazines since 1990 and also has six published books to her credit including The Romance Continues, the biography of well-known artists Nixie Barton and Grant Leier. She lives in the countryside on Vancouver Island where she is working on her next book.
Seema Dhawan is an editor and writer based in Calgary, Alberta. A passion for travel has taken her around the world and her love for writing has brought it to paper. She has written about her escapes for various publications including WestJet’s up! Magazine, the Calgary Herald and the Huffington Post.
Elizabeth Hak
Amy McGeachy
After years of writing scientific papers, Elizabeth Hak switched gears and went back to school for journalism. She has written profile, travel, finance, golf and equine stories over the years and enjoys variety rather than specializing in one area. With the Rockies on her doorstep, her free time is spent in the mountains with her son Griffin and dog Tiko.
Amy McGeachy is an interior design professional, specializing in kitchens and bathrooms. She was the lead designer on many of Victoria’s kitchen projects and worked for a number of local kitchen companies. Amy is the host and producer Victoria’s local interior design show, Design District. Watch her every Monday at 9 p.m.
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Michelle Hopkins has extensive magazine and newspaper writing experience in home decor, culinary adventures, wine, travel and more. Originally from the East Coast, Michelle loves the differences in culture and landscape that Canada provides. Someone once described Michelle’s writing like this: “She skillfully weaves together her own experiences and finds characters to provide colour for her stories.”
Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail is a writer and historian based in Edmonton. She is the author of For the Love of Flying (2009) and Polar Winds: A Century of Flying Canada’s North, to be released by Frontenac House later this year. Visit daniellemc.com
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The Tenors, Canada’s sexiest international pop-opera quartet, has experienced phenomenal success on the world stage. Last year Richmond’s Fraser Walters, Port McNeill’s Clifton Murray, Gatineau’s Remigio Pereira and Toronto’s Victor Micallef captivated the world once again with their rich tenor voices and stunning good looks. All four say they are really proud of their newest CD, Lead With Your Heart. The12-track album, featuring four of their own compositions, intersects contemporary music with conventional operatic singing. The Tenors have stretched the boundaries of classical crossover with this CD; blending world music, pop, opera and folk into operatic-flavoured ballads.
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Timeless Interiors by Gaile Guevara
Home to be grateful for Living in Canada means living in a uniquely beautiful place in the world. Often I ask my clients, who come from all areas of the world, “Why did you choose to live in Canada?” They respond, “Why not live in Canada?” This simple but profound answer says it all. My team and I design interiors that translate what our clients love most about West Coast and Canada living into sanctuaries.
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Have you ever stopped to think about what a home is? In its most basic form it is a shelter, a place that gives temporary protection from bad weather or danger. Yet, it is so much more than that. In the Western world, our homes are retreats after a hard day at work. They are where we rest our minds and bodies. They are our sanctuaries from the instant we enter to the moment we close our eyes. We rarely acknowledge and reflect on what a privilege it is to live in a space we cherish that reflects who we are.
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Designing a home is always a challenge, requiring all those involved to look at what is no longer needed and acknowledge what is wanted to deliver the subtle yet powerful messages the homeowner wishes to express. The result is a space that neither overwhelms nor underwhelms; it contains no more than what is necessary, but it is beautiful.
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This Tuscan-style home is a warm, welcome sight in the midst of Chinook country If it weren’t for the snow on the ground and the Rockies on the horizon, this splendid house by Wolf Custom Homes could be found in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Imbuing a Mediterranean vibe, it is a study in contrasting textures with artistic details that convey coziness and warmth with elegance and style. At almost 9,000 square feet, this home is the timber and stone symbol of all Wolf represents – exceptional quality, a commitment to excellence and, most important, a dedication to customer service. Since 2004, Wolf Custom Homes has set a high standard, concentrating on building quality homes and creating a great experience for their clients. “If you want it and you can dream it, we can do it,” says Miles Dowie, general manager at Wolf Custom Homes. Dowie, who has been with Wolf since 2006, remembers incorporating columns from a castle into a Wolf home while another customer asked that the master bedroom look like a high-roller suite at the Bellagio.
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A classic option is to adorn the trim and architectural features of the room with shades of white, fill the space with warm wood-grain furniture and subtly disperse emerald green toss cushions and accessories throughout the space
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Colour trends will come and go so this year, make your own rules Words by Amy McGeachy
Pantone’s colour selections are often made months or years in advance of the release date, and while they provide us with gorgeous shades, who’s to say they are the right choice for your own home? How can one colour be the right selection for every individual? There are so many factors that must be considered when introducing new colours into your home. Existing finishes, amount of natural lighting and permanent furniture all need to be considered before confirming that they are the right choice for you. Unless you enjoy frequently replacing the key pieces in your home, I advocate basing your choices on your own personal style and taste. Break through the colour trends and make your own rules – ones that work for you.
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Each year we are introduced to a fresh palette of colour trends for our fashions and interior decor. This year homes will be filled with the elegance and beauty of the hue emerald green, Pantone’s selected colour for 2013.
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To truly help their customers live green, Home Evolution is excited to introduce the BINA collection by eco-conscious designer Thomas Bina. Applying his principals of timeless style and design, Bina has created sustainable home furnishings for the environmentally friendly customer looking to minimize their footprint in every area of their life.
McKinley Master’s Cézanne has been named as a finalist in the 2012 Canadian Home Builder’s Association (CHBA) National SAM Awards for the best new home over 4,000 sq. ft. This impressive 12,999 sq. ft. estate was the Feature Home in the February/ March issue of Homes and Living magazine.
Crafted from hand using sustainably harvested and reclaimed hardwoods, BINA’s collection includes dining room tables, king and queen bedroom suites, and accent pieces perfect for any area of the home. Home Evolution president and CEO Stewart Bondar saw that customers were interested in how their furniture was being made just as much as they were interested in comfort, style and design. “As we spoke to our different customers, we saw that they were passionate about sustainable furnishings to complement their lifestyle. Because a person’s home is truly a reflection of themselves and their interests, we wanted our customers to be able to incorporate their green lifestyle into their home.”
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These prestigious awards celebrate excellence in new homes, home renovation, innovative technology and construction, outstanding presentation and marketing across Canada. Twenty-three CHBA National SAM Awards will be presented at the Association’s 70th National Conference on March 8, 2013 in Lake Louise, Alberta. Four of the five finalists in the single detached home over 4,000 sq. ft. category are from western Canada. McKinley Masters is hoping for a win and to represent Alberta, a province that has been shut out in the category for the last five years, with winners since 2007 exclusively from Ontario and BC. Property highlights: elegant European custom design, an abundance of sandstone detailing, full-slate roof, six-car garage with car wash and golf simulator, three spacious levels, four bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a grotto, sauna and in-home gym. Mckinley Masters 8544 - 47th Ave. NW Calgary, AB 403.239.0602 mckinleymasters.com
Within Design Inc. Celebrates Firm Growth Within Design Inc., a Calgary-based firm specializing in residential, corporate and commercial design, is proud to announce they have recently expanded their team to include a lead interior designer, Sarah Kowalski. Kowalski brings a youthful perspective and practical approach to design, plus high-end corporate and commercial design experience, bolstering the team’s well-rounded repertoire. Within Design has also revamped its design process and are now offering clients 3D renderings for all major projects. Clients not only get Within Design’s keen attention to detail, but also realistic computer-generated views of their dream home that show how a space will be transformed before a contractor steps foot in their home. After starting the firm in 2009, the dynamic pair made up of principal designers Coreen (Cory) Riley and Lindsay Zelensky, knew they not only wanted to grow their portfolio, but also their staff and design process. As Within Design Inc. grows and helps clients create their dream homes and offices, Riley and Zelensky are on the hunt for their own new (and larger) space – one that reflects their culture and is a place to showcase their creative talents. Within Design Inc. 100 Woodacres Dr. SW Calgary, AB 403.452.6675 withindesign.ca
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Makore Kitchens has moved into a new 5,000 sq. ft. custom mill workshop – double the size of their previous workshop. The new space features upgraded tools and equipment specific to kitchen manufacturing so they can fulfill the overwhelming customer requests and continue delivering excellence.
Supreme Men’s Wear, Calgary’s most iconic men’s fashion store, is now carrying the iconic line of Salming Underwear. Salming Underwear is a family-owned company that has been designing real underwear for real men since 1932. This all-occasions collection was designed with function, active lifestyles, perfect fitting and comfort in mind. They’re so comfortable you won’t want to take them off.
They can be installed, trimmed and painted with commonly available products and tools. Scraps are biodegradable and can be recycled with other paper products or composted. Wall Flats are available in 12 styles that nest inside each other to create low-volume cartons. For dealer inquiries, to view styles or locate a dealer near you visit wallflats.ca Wall Flats wallflats.ca
The unparalleled quality of the products and service available at Makore is apparent the moment a client walks through the door and views the stunning showroom for the first time. The selection is so diverse, it’s difficult to know where to begin. Fortunately our experienced designers are on hand to help clients focus on the direction they wish to go. Makore will look after all the carpentry, electrical, plumbing, flooring, etc. – all the necessary trades. Makore’s showroom is the one-stop-shop for all your design and contracting needs. Makore Kitchens & Fine Renovations 3220 5th Ave. NE, Bay #5 Calgary, AB 403.398.4651 makorekitchens.com
The Salming Underwear line consists of four divisions: Salming Active, Salming Lifestyle, Salming Exclusive and Salming No Nonsense. Salming Active was designed for physical activity with maximal comfort, smooth fitting, breathable fabrics and quick dry ribbon. Salming Lifestyle is a colourful collection in 100% cotton with playful and unique patterns and design elements from Salming and NHL. Salming Exclusive is a sophisticated collection in shinier fabrics, developed to be invisible under suits and tight fitting pants. Salming No Nonsense offers a clean and simple design with solid colours in black, white and grey and based on the motto: No Nonsense. Our goal is to make underwear you never want to strip off. Guided by the principles of passion, nature, activity, performance and honesty, the manufacturer’s goal for this exclusive line was to make underwear you never want to strip off. View the entire line at Supreme Menswear today. Supreme Men’s Wear 401 4 Ave. SW Calgary, AB 403.266.4417 suprememenswear.com
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Wall Flats tiles are created using bagasse, which is a byproduct of sugarcane processing and one of the world’s most renewable resources. The tiles take advantage of this plentiful material by moulding it into designer tiles and diverting it from landfills. This makes Wall Flats a stylish, durable and environmentally friendly product.
Makore Kitchens has worked closely with clients, builders, architects and designers to transform the heart of the home into a kitchen that expresses the true essence of form and function. From concept to construction to installation, our talented designers, technical engineers and skilled trades are known for their passion and precision. The result is a unique kitchen that reflects your lifestyle, acknowledges your individual taste and inspires a strong sense of pride.
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Page 20-24 Photographer: Brandon Barré; All Jane by Jane Lockhart Furniture by Statum Designs, statumdesigns.com Page 20 Opening spread photo: Kylemore Communities, kylemorecommunities.com; On the wall: Benjamin Moore Kendal Gray HC 166; Page 21 Barry chair, Jane by Jane Lockhart; Statum Designs, statumdesigns.com Page 22 On the wall: Benjamin Moore Alexandria Beige HC77; Lucille sofa, Jane by Jane Lockhart; Top: Sutherland velvet sofa, Jane by Jane Lockhart
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Page 34-39 European plank flooring in Sanderson by Kentwood Flooring, kentwoodfloors.com; bar stools designed by Gaile Guevara in collaboration with MAG Industrial Arts; custom modular sectional sofa designed by Gaile Guevara, made to fit by Fabulous Furnishings and Upholstery, upholsteryvancouver.ca Page 38 Middle: Photographer: Evan Haveman; Glass container with wooden stopper; Provide Home, providehome.com; Sort of Coal Kishu Binchotan: Sort of Coal, sortofcoal.com
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Expert Interiors Page 48 Opening spread: Sublime Interior Design Ltd., sublimeinteriordesign.com; Photographer: Ivan Hunter, ivanhunter.com; Art: Ronan Boyle, ronanboyle.com Page 50 Design: Patricia Gray Interior Design, patriciagrayinc. com Page 51 Accent Light Fixtures: Feiss light table lamp from the Ceramica Collection, feiss.com; Photo: Illuminations Lighting Solutions Ltd., illuminationsbc. com Page 52 Design: Corea Sotropa Design, coreasotropa.ca Gentlemen’s Quarters Page 54-55 Opening spread: The Beat Generation Room Set: Luxe Interiors, yourstyleyourway.ca Page 56 Left main: Hotel Georgia Residences, Suite 2502; Top right: Metro Room provided by Luxe Interiors, yourstyleyourway.ca; Middle right: Recreation Room: Swiftsure Woodworks, swiftsurewoodworkers.com; Bottom right: Design: Within design, withindesign.ca; Custom Curved Bar: Within Design, withindesign.c; Vetrazzo Countertop; Textured Metallic Blue Wall Covering by Maharam; Red LBL Light Pendants Page 58 Top left and bottom: The Definity Collection: Sandy’s Furniture, sandysfurniture.ca Colour Rules Page 62-63 Top left: The Definity Collection: Sandy’s Furniture, sandysfurniture.ca; Bottom left: Sublime Interior Design Ltd., sublimeinteriordesign.com; Large main: Stressless Arion: Scan Designs, scandesigns.com Page 64 Large main: Stressless: Scan Designs, scandesigns.com
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