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embracing autumn elegant comfort
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20 INSPIRED DESIGN Under a Moroccan spell By Jeffrey Fisher
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36 Jane’s world Celebrating this season’s hearth and home By Jane Lockhart
Through the window: Dressing up your view on the world By Jill Lang
60 FEATURE HOME: ‘cedar retreat’ by coastal construction Natural elegance in the wilderness By Jessica Krippendorf
74 deep seated comfort Settling in for the cold weather season in a big way By Michelle Hopkins
80 glam therapy
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86 Pillows and Mohair and Velvet – Oh My! Tactile touches to create an authentic home oasis By Chelsea Forman
88 Rising from the Ashes West Coast design reconceptualises the modern fireplace By Ben Vorst
92 Up Where We Belong Lofty goals for maximizing space and connecting with your home By Roberto Bernardi
116 BUILDING OF...
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151 H&L’s Source Guide Directory Look What I Found, In the news, and H&L’s guide to quality retailers, local builders, suppliers & showrooms
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living 28 CELEBRITY PROFILE: RICK HANSEN Twenty five years of the incomparable man in motion By Tracey Drake
42 H&L’s Epicure: Autumn Inspiration
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A different take on classic comfort foods Words by Ryan Cooney | Recipes by Chef John Waller
48 tony’s take Tony Parsons talks about the art of conversation By Tony Parsons
100 Escape Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa in Osoyoos, BC By Tracey Drake and Chelsea Forman
108 Words & Watercolours Capturing the essence of Cook Street Village Words and paintings by Robert Amos
114 Legacy Lifestyle Program The stock market and safety of capital By Robert Pesti
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128 society Find your voice
130 haunting OF... Hauntings of Havenwood By John Adams
134 AGGV: back to the land Ceramics from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands 1970-1985 By Jill Lang
138 retirement living How a new generation retires By Michelle Hopkins
142 words on the street: dallas road HLMAGAZINE.COM
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146 rejoice! The third pillar of beautiful skin By Dr. Mark Lupin
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I live in a little village, within the big city, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. One of the exceptional aspects of living here is how British Columbians embrace pastoral, while celebrating cosmopolitan. Our city is made up of a diverse array of small villages and neighbourhood enclaves. As autumn descends on Vancouver Island; we are reminded of how this multiplicity and sense of community adds to our quality of life. We don’t really retreat indoors during the colder months, do we? Instead, British Columbians embrace the weather and take up different sports and outdoor activities. However, it also becomes the perfect time to work on inside home projects and Homes & Living magazine’s ‘Embracing Autumn’ issue is all about helping you achieve that goal.
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Tony Parsons is sharing his Take on the Art of Conversation [page 48] – a must read in this issue. Celebrity interior designer and H&L columnist Jeffrey Fisher casts a Moroccan spell on us, taking us to Marrakesh [page 20]; showing readers how to infuse colour and spice into this year’s home decor. On a more intimate note, if you are looking to add a little glamour to your master bedroom this season, check out H&L’s article, Glam Therapy on page 80.
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Meet Rick Hansen – this issue’s Celebrity Profile. I don’t think I fully understood the depths of the term ‘Difference Maker’ until this interview. Read about an inspirational Canadian
who rose above a life-changing accident to become a force to be reckoned with for more than twenty five years. What does the future hold for Canada’s Man In Motion? Where does his family love to vacation in BC? Find out on page 28. H&L’s feature home, Cedar Retreat [page 60] is a master class in West Coast contemporary custom home design, built by Coastal Construction. Located in Cedar on Central Vancouver Island, Cedar Retreat is a gem in the wilderness with angular lines and a distinctive aesthetic that connects flawlessly with the natural environment overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Escape with H&L to Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa [page 100]. If you are looking for a different take on an Okanagan adventure, Spirit Ridge is the place for you. Situated in Canada’s only desert in Osoyoos, BC, this unique resort property offers so much to do, and seamlessly blends casual elegance with modern conveniences. As you fall forward, enjoy the cooler weather and embrace it as the perfect reason to get to know your own home–your personal retreat–all over again.
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The Man, the Olympian, the Difference Maker.
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Words by tracey drake
34 countries, 4 continents, 40,075 kilometres and that was only the start of his journey...
Twenty five years of the incomparable man in motion You only have to be in Rick Hansen’s presence for a few minutes to feel the power of his conviction and immense love for life. It is at once humbling and exhilarating. What started with a personal tragedy in 1973 has become an extraordinary story of strength, commitment, perseverance and national pride for Rick Hansen.
The Making of a Difference Maker On June 27, 1973, Rick Hansen and a friend were riding in the back of an open bed pickup truck, returning home from a fishing trip. Hit by an oncoming car, both were thrown from the vehicle, and 15 year old Rick sustained a spinal cord injury that would leave him paralyzed from the waist down. During the 1970s and 1980s, Rick completed arduous rehabilitation, took up table tennis [winning a gold medal at the Pacific Northwest Games for the Disabled] and went on be the first person with a physical disability to graduate from the University of British Columbia with a Degree in Physical Education.
Left. Rick Hansen wheeling accross Allenby Bridge in Jordan.
It is also during this period that Rick met his would-be mentor, Terry Fox – through the game of basketball - and the two became fast friends. In fact, it was Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope that inspired Rick to embark on the Man on Motion World Tour in 1985. Terry Fox was also a personal inspiration for Rick Hansen, who went on to win 19 international wheelchair marathons, the world title 4 times, 9 gold medals at the 1982 Pan American Wheelchair Games, and represented Canada at the 1984 Olympics. In 1979, 1980, and 1982, Rick Hansen was named Canada’s Disabled Athlete of the Year. After the Terry Fox Miracle of Hope run was halted due to illness, the Man In Motion Foundation sponsored the Terry Fox Exhibit at the BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum – a lasting legacy for Rick Hansen’s mentor, benevolent champion and friend.
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Hearth and Home
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Jane Lockhart B.A.A.I.D, Intern, A.R.I.D.O is the principal Interior Designer with Jane Lockhart Interior Design in Toronto and host of Colour Confidential on W Network. Interior Design and Story by Jane Lockhart Jane Lockhart Interior Design | janelockhart.com Photography by Brandon BarrĂŠ
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home The one common fact about living in a great country like Canada is that we all share the winter season. Whether you’re up to your knees in snow or deluged with drizzle, the bleak, sunless days of winter remind us of the importance of making our interior spaces warm and cheery. Creating light and energy in our environments is key to helping us shake off the effects of Canada’s dreary winter months.
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The three key elements the couple was looking for were function, comfort and warmth. They also wanted to preserve the turn-of-thecentury Edwardian style but add a modern twist. The clean and simple wide-rail, shaker-style cabinetry, in Benjamin Moore’s Oxford white paint, defines the style. Continuing the dark oak hardwood flooring, used throughout the rest of the house, into the new kitchen, seamlessly connects the space to the adjacent family room and adds a ton of warmth to the area.
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It was with this in mind that Stephan and Anna Maria embarked on a major kitchen renovation in their 30’s era home. Dark, cramped and too small for their growing family, their existing kitchen certainly wasn’t suited for entertaining. A plan was devised to extend the existing kitchen with an addition that would double its size to include a large island, a floor-to-ceiling pantry and beverage centre, a comfy breakfast nook and, the piece de resistance, a lounge area with modern fireplace.
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Born in England in 1939, Tony came to Canada as a 10 year old boy. Originally wanting to be a lawyer, Tony was persuaded to become a broadcaster, and after decades of broadcasting in radio and television across Canada, Tony now works for CHEK and CBC Vancouver.
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Well, two in fact - both of them in situations that make exchanges between two people easy and pleasurable. Old friends sitting down over lunch or, in the other case, a beer after a round of golf in Kelowna. In both instances they were encounters following a long period of not seeing either one of my friends. Nino had become almost estranged from a group of friends we both share. I missed him. So I called to bring him back into the fold as it were. And of course we had a lot to tell each other. And a lot to ask. What was he doing now? How did he spend his time now that he was all but retired? How was his family? You know, the kind of chat that follows the sudden realization that someone has been missing from your life for far too long. Now, because we both reached out, we’re semiregular lunch companions again. And happier. And we always seem to have something to talk about. In Brian’s case it was two old buddies simply “catching up.” But the point is we were talking, face to face. No emails, although I’m sure they both can and do. No tweets, no twitters. Conversation the way it used to be as in Sunday dinners around the family table; just a natural exchange of information. Nothing that would change the world. Words flying every which way in a fun and easy fashion. What I’m getting at here is the art of conversation!
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‘cedar retreat’
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As creative, inspiring, and playful as the people who live there, Cedar Retreat is a gem in the wilderness—its angular lines and robust finishes connecting flawlessly with the natural environment overlooking the ocean in the community of Cedar. The 2,900 square foot home is tucked below a country road with a beautifully landscaped hillside as a back drop and below, the land, boulders, and native plants seem to tumble to the beach. From the water the home appears perched in the wilderness—an extension of the rock, trees, and coastal magnificence. Victoria-based Coastal Construction is a full-service, custom home builder with a solid reputation for bringing dreams to life in the high-end residential market. First class service and a fresh eye for design made the company a clear choice as builder for this incredible property, but even more compelling was their flexibility and experience.
Because the homeowners were based in Calgary, coordinating the build was a process that required extra care and planning. Meetings were often held over the phone and many interior design decisions were made through email. Over the years, Coastal Construction has developed a system that specializes in building projects for out-of-town clients that streamlines the flow of information. “Our past experience in this helped us walk them through the process in a way where they still felt part of the process and in control of the daily happenings at the site,” says Sharoun. The journey through Cedar Retreat begins at stone-clad pillars and a metal gate that announces the home, which sits just beyond a detached two-car garage clad in cedar with black panelled doors.
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Adriana Sharoun, interior designer and project assistant for Coastal Construction, says homeowners Barb and Jim spent many years searching municipalities around Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland for the perfect place to build their dream home. “Once they fell in love with this one, capturing its beauty was the biggest vision,” she says.
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Settling in for the cold weather season in a big way
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Most of us have a love affair with our lush extralarge chairs. It’s that whole lounging around or watching television ideal that has made people crave comfort, and that equates to bigger sizes. As homes became bigger and people taller, the popularity of oversized chairs and chaises quickly gained momentum. The rise of great rooms, a combination of living and family room, has also spurred on the desire for those big, cushy chairs. They often beg us to sink into them, encouraging relaxation. Oftentimes, in larger homes, they also suggest a sense of luxury.
The best part: oversized chairs look good anywhere. Working to anchor a living room, dining room and bedroom, and adding a fabulous touch of comfort in bathrooms and foyers. They are the perfect complement to the more casual lifestyle of today. What gives oversized chairs such appeal is that the seat cushions are much thicker than normal seat cushions, typically ranging from five to eight inches in thickness. Chair cushions are stuffed with down, Dacron® or foam that is available in various densities to ensure personal comfort. Depending on the frame design, cushions may be box-shaped or have softer rounded edges. Because deep seating chairs sit lower to the ground and have wider seats, it makes you feel like you are reclining. Oversized chairs are intended for relaxation and the seating and back cushions are responsible for providing most of that comfort. The list of different styles, fabrics, colours and sizes are endless, so it might be a good idea to browse photos online or thumb through magazines before heading to the store. The vast selection may make it difficult to hone in on one or two particular styles. Trending right now is a chair that is the one and a half chair – wider than a regular chair but smaller than a loveseat. Two people can cuddle up in it very comfortably or one person can plump it up with pillows and sink into it. That might well be the height of ultimate bliss!
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When the leaves start to turn and the temperature drops, many of us love nothing better than to cocoon in front of a roaring fire with a good book, ensconced in our favourite chair… does it get any better than that? It does if the chair is oversized and plush.
These chairs are designed with comfort in mind because they are stuffed with extra padding. When you sit down it immediately grabs you and makes you feel warm and cozy all over.
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Combine gold and silver with luxurious fabrics, fur and leather, but try to pick one or the other for the space. Use them subtly—picture frames, door knobs, and candle holders—or abundantly—window treatments, bedding, or furniture— but spread your shimmer evenly throughout the room.
monochrome prints
Monochromatic colour schemes are perfect for creating upscale, dreamy spaces with personality. Vary textures and patterns to add drama and interest, and don’t be afraid to explore large print, mural, or even textures wall coverings to make the most of this technique.
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Although the style is open to personality and innovation, it calls for creative use of a few essentials to achieve the ‘glam’.
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Deep red, royal purple, sea blue and chocolate brown are excellent choices for adding some depth to a glamour retreat. Throws, pillows, vart, window treatments, or rugs are perfect starters. Using a deeper tone against cream or white in a stripe or pattern is also effective.
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Traditional wall, swivel and vanity mirrors capture this look beautifully, but also try creative uses for them on the ceiling or furniture to add sparkle and lightness, and to visually shape the room.
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Left. Ian Steele, Potter, 1973, Art Gallery of Greater Victoria archive
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Right. Jan Grove, Slim jug with handle, early 1970s, collection of the artist, photo: Stephen Topfer
back to the land Ceramics from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands 1970-1985
“Perhaps due to a general lack of understanding of ceramic history, ceramic practice in Canada has been both neglected by critics and ignored by institutions. … ‘Back to the Land’ can be a small step in addressing this neglected area of scholarship by focusing on and elucidating a particular historic period of ceramic development in a particular region—Victoria and the Gulf Islands.” – AGGV
AGGV’s Back to the Land exhibit will run from October 5, 2012 to February 3, 2013, and will showcase a multitude of ceramics made between 1970 and 1985, a time that coincided with North America’s elusive ‘back to the land’ movement. Guests of the exhibition can look forward to viewing the distinguished works of George Cummings, Walter Dexter, Wayne Ngan, Meg Buckley, Lari Robson, Robin Hopper and many more.
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In much the same that Canadian craft and design are left out of the history books, so too are ceramics and pottery from Victoria and the Gulf Islands
Canada’s inferiority complex on the world stage of craft and design was challenged and addressed during the AGGV Modern Eye exhibit that ran from July to November of last year. We learned that we should probably start to celebrate Canadian craft and designers for designing, because this country plays house to a host of talented and praiseworthy artists. In much the same way that Canadian design is seemingly left out of history, so too are ceramics and pottery from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
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StudioYdesign Grand Opening in Victoria’s Design District
Harbour City Kitchens launches New Website
In 1989 Yaletown Interiors opened its doors in Vancouver. The prestigious furniture company brought Vancouverites a wide selection of exquisite pieces, and became renowned for their exceptional service, quality of goods and dedication to community as a locally owned and operated company.
Harbour City Kitchens has been a family owned and operated business for over 30 years. They manufacture custom designed cabinetry for all of your kitchen, bathroom and organizational needs. A contributing factor to the long term success of the company is their dedication to growing their knowledge, and use of technology.
The same family that brought Vancouver Yaletown Interiors is pleased to announce the arrival of StudioYdesign in Victoria. Owner, Alykhan Sunderji, explains his vision for the fine furniture store: “I want to be different in Victoria and present today’s fashion in furniture.” The Y in StudioYdesign is a tribute to Yaletown Interiors. It is to represent the new companies commitment to serve the residents of Victoria with the same high calibre merchandise and exceptional customer service, its sister company is known for. An international product line including, Italian designs by Gamma Leather, Italsofa and Calligaris, American designs by Della Robbia and Jesper Office, Dannish designs by Innovation and Eilerson Furniture, and Canadian designs by Huppe, are but a few of the impressive brands offered. StudioYdesign welcomes you to visit their new store. The dedicated staff look forward to assisting you in finding the perfect selection of décor for whatever you need, or simply want, for your home.
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With the successful reopening of an entirely renovated showroom Harbour City Kitchens also launched a brand new website. The incredibly user friendly website, offers a variety of resources and information to make your shopping and design experience a true pleasure. An abundance of photo galleries featuring different areas of the home allow for easy browsing and offer wonderful inspiration to make your spaces truly divine. Harbour City Kitchens revamped website is filled with information on the company, including they’re history, goals, dedication to exquisite workmanship and extensive product knowledge. A particular segment is dedicated to charities and sponsorships they are involved in. This website provides a glimpse into a superb company and is an excellent example of why Vancouver Island residents are so devoted to supporting local businesses. Harbour City Kitchens 2189 Keating X Rd Victoria, BC 250.652.5200 harbourcitykitchens.com
The Spa at the Wedgewood The Spa at the Wedgewood was honoured with the Condé Nast Johansen’s “Most Excellent Spa Hotel in Canada and the US” in 2011. In 2012 the prestigious spa has been nominated for the 2012 SpaFinder Wellness Readers’ Choice Awards. This summer, the Wedgewood is undergoing spectacular renovations to their elite Spa & Health Club. A new luxurious relaxation salon featuring a divine seating area, soothing music, cozy fireplace and healthy refreshments, will be added to help guests relax, unwind and meditate before or after their treatments. A state of the art ultra luxurious Harmony Suite has been added where couples can indulge in blissful treatments side by side. Unique “outdoor” treatment experiences will also be offered during the summer months where guests can enjoy an outdoor “urban” massage surrounded by flowers in the heart of the City Centre. Part of this year’s renovations at the Wedgewood include the creation of an innovative, sunlit Health Club with state of the art machines overlooking a beautiful garden terrace on the second floor of the Hotel. Set aside an afternoon and allow the Spa at the Wedgewood to welcome you to an extraordinarily superior spa experience. Take the time to vote for the Spa at the Wedgewood in the 2012 SpaFinder Wellness Readers’ Choice Awards at spafinder.com. Wedgewood Hotel & Spa 845 Hornby Street Vancouver, BC 604.689.7777 wedgewoodhotel.com
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French country upholstered bed
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Befitting its role as a place of calm and composure the Cobblestone Bedroom brings a fresh traditional look, along with garden-like serenity to your home. Offering French country-side ambiance that’s as sophiticated as it is comfortable.
modern warmth The Monte Carlo fireplace, which is fueled by ethanol, will create a welcoming ambiance where a traditional fireplace is not possible. Available at ScanDesigns
Available at Jodans Casual Home Store
661 McCallum Rd. Victoria | 250.475.2233 1711 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo | 250.753.6361
887 Attree Ave. Victoria | 250.478.8387
scandesigns.com
casualhome.ca
Contemporary Recliner
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The Eastsider, a contemporary Reclining Chair. Handcrafted in North Carolina. Shown in a shimmering iridescent leather. Frame in a Platinum finish. (Other combinations available)
How about this Vertu Bed. It is available in all top grain leather, white, grey or black. Headboard has individual adjustable ratchet headrest- personalize each persons comfort whether reading or working in bed.
Available at Sagers
Available at Parc Modern Interiors
1802 Government St. Victoria | 250.386.3841
546 Herald St. Victoria | 250.590.1110
sagers.ca
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vintage chic stool
modern & Sleek bed
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The Rockwell counter stool is made of mango wood that’s harvested once the tree has stopped bearing fruit and can be adjusted to dining table height
Mission style furniture Simple styles that emphasize quality craftsmanship. This furniture is made locally in BC and comes in a wide range of furnishings including bedroom, living and dining room furniture.
Available at Muse & Merchant by ScanDesigns 661 McCallum Rd. Victoria | 250.474.3433
Available at Woodcraft Furniture
museandmerchant.com
574 Culduthel Rd. Victoria | 250.598.1113
AUTUMN CLASSICS
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Hand Crafted Secretary desk Hand Crafted Solid Cherry “Drop Front Secretary” is a fully functional computer desk/cabinet. Available in various domestic and exotic woods and configurations. Brits Fine Furniture specializes in unique, custom built furniture and cabinets handcrafted to exacting standards. Available at Brits Fine Furniture 2622 Bridge St. Victoria | 250.361.3015
britsfinefurniture.ca
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