Insight: The Art Of Living Magazine, The Innovation Issue

I N S I G H T THE ART OF LIVING

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F E AT U R E S 26 Cover Story Showcasing Canada’s leading forces of change in architecture and interior design.

32 Foreign Exchange Up close and personal with international movie stars Isabelle Huppert and Fan Bingbing.

34 Uncompromising Style An in-depth look at Smythe — a Canadian fashion brand that is gaining a cult following among royals and celebrities.

LIFESTYLE 38 Trend Report Browse the season’s must-haves in fashion looks and accessories.

40 Décor Report

16 THE CITY EDIT 8 Agenda Where to go and when — this season’s best urban events and experiences.

10 Design for Living Trend trailblazer Arren Williams shares his favourite décor hot spots.

12 Cuisine Odyssey An interview with the chef-and-artist team behind Toronto’s spectacular new restaurant, La Banane.

16 Design Detective Investigating legendary interiors with art and architecture critic Anthony Iannacci.

22 Neighbourhood Watch Our experts review some of Canada’s new, reenergized areas where you can buy property.

DUNDEE INSIGHTS 24 Holistic Thinking How the right wealth management program can help you achieve important life goals.

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Smart, stylish ideas on how to update and upgrade any room in your house.

42 The Bi g Picture The life and times of esteemed Canadian photographer Gabor Jurina.

48 Epic Echoes Passion and pathos: Canadian soprano Eleanor McCain opens up.

50 Treasure Trove Chronicling the value of art and artifacts at Sotheby’s auction house.

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60 T R AV E L 56 The Great Canadian Escape Four luxury road trips to experience in our home and native land.

60 Viva Nic a ra g ua Welcome to Mukul resort — Central America’s secret upscale destination.

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64 Meet Me In Muskoka Introducing Muskoka’s chic alternative to roughing it in the bush — the Northridge Inn.

R E A L E S TAT E 83 Property Listings A collection of extraordinary properties for sale in the country.

END NOTE 98 Inst a-Inve stment A r t Six prolific talents who are shaking up the art world with their Instagram posts.

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The Innovation Issue The curvilinear Grotto Sauna on Georgian Bay was designed by Toronto firm Partisans.

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CHRISTY WRIGHT Christy Wright is a Toronto-based writer who has penned articles for Style at Home, Elle Canada, National Post and House & Home, as well as for brands like Porsche and Holt Renfrew. For INSIGHT: The Art of Living, Christy investigated the Canadian design industry’s top envelope-pushing players in the feature “Innovation Nation” (page 26).

When she isn’t writing, Christy loves to read and travel and indulges in checking out some of the world’s best boutique hotels (if she had a choice, she would live in Claridge’s in London).

D O U G WA L L AC E Hailing from southern Manitoba, Toronto-based writer Doug Wallace has had his work published in The Globe and Mail, Canadian Traveller and The Telegraph. He is a board member of the Magenta Foundation, Canada’s first non-profit arts publishing house. For INSIGHT: The Art of Living, Doug writes about the hottest crosscountry road trips to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday (page 56).

FA R Z I N G H AYO U R Vancouver-raised Farzin Ghayour is happy to call Toronto home.

When he is not exploring Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods, he is culling images as photo editor for INSIGHT: The Art of Living.

His handiwork can also be seen in publications such as Flare, HELLO! Canada, FASHION and Canadian Business.

J U L I E T TE L I E BA X TE R Juliette Lie Baxter is a writer and blogger based in Toronto. She has contributed to The Globe and Mail and was an editor at Flare and Glow magazines before launching love-emoem.com, which features creative, chic moms who know how to embrace career and motherhood. For INSIGHT: The Art of Living, Baxter sat down with fashion photographer Gabor Jurina for “The Big Picture” (page 42).

When she’s not writing, she is posting décor ideas on Pinterest.

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WELCOME

Embracing innovation for the future, and honouring our heritage.

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n 2017, Canadians across the country will share in the celebration of the 150th anniversary of Confederation. We are a nation that is diverse, proud and filled with tradition. Yet for all our country’s rich heritage, we are constantly reflecting on the importance of diversity with the kind of energetic optimism that embraces progress.

In this issue, we embark on a journey across Canada to meet our nation’s modern pioneers. These bold visionaries are bridging past, present and future to reshape the frontiers of art, design, architecture, technology and real estate.

You will discover the futuristic creations of renowned Toronto design firm Partisans, the innovative sculptures of Montreal’s David Umemoto, and Vancouver-based light designers Lukas Peet and Caine Heintzman of ANDlight, as well as others who are reimagining the definition of luxury.

You are also invited to celebrate how Canada’s brightest voices are resonating worldwide — whether literally, through the ballads of critically acclaimed soprano Eleanor McCain, or figuratively, through the creative expressions of esteemed artists such as photographer Gabor Jurina and fashion design sensation Christie Smythe.

Through our experience in showcasing Canada’s finest properties, we understand that every home and every neighbourhood has an ever-evolving story. At Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, how we tell those stories has rapidly evolved to encompass the finest in traditional marketing, and innovative global digital and social media channels.

We invite you to discover these homes and stories within our magazine — and to further explore them at sothebysrealty.ca for an even richer experience.

Live life luxuriously.

Brad J. Henderson President & CEO Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Please connect with an email to insight@sothebysrealty.ca, or on Twitter @sothebysrltycan #artofliving

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AGENDA

This season’s must-experience events and festivals of music, dance, opera, film, and and fine arts.

By Jon Mass

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A sample of The Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s awardwinning ensemble. Photo: Samanta Katz

A moment with Aretha Franklin in Clive Davis: The Sountrack of Our Lives. Photo: courtesy of the Tribeca Film Festival

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For 400 years Claudio Monteverdi’s Vespers, 1610 composition, which is based on prayers, has been interpreted by some of the most inventive orchestras of our time. In order to keep building on all these years of reinvention, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet will be the first company to translate the famous Italian composer’s musical creation for the stage.

With choreography led by the National Ballet of Canada’s former artistic director, James Kudelka, this production promises to take cues from the great Monteverdi’s themes — sensuality and spirituality. rwb.org

As one of the most innovative movie events in the world, New York City’s Tribeca Film Festival has ushered in talents from outside of the usual Hollywood cannon. This year, which marks its 16th anniversary, the festival once again does not disappoint. The program includes a Snapchat-crafted group of short films and Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives, an opening night documentary on one the greatest living pop producers of our time.

Davis is the man behind the success of many mega-divas, spurring on such illustrious names as Aretha Franklin and Jennifer Hudson (both powerhouses will be performing after the movie premieres), as well as Whitney Houston and Carly Simon. tribecafilm.com

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Georgia O’Keeffe retrospective at the Art Gallery of Ontario.

Photo: Georgia O’Keeffe, American, 1887 - 1986 Painting Oriental Poppies,1927 from The Collection of the Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.

A stand-out design from Salon International du Design du Montréal.

The Vancouver Opera Festival’s reimagining of The Marriage of Figaro with costumes by Sid Neigum.

Photo: courtesy of Sid Neigum

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The Art Gallery of Ontario is exhibiting one of the biggest Georgia O’Keeffe retrospectives in the history of art. More than 100 of the legendary American modernist painter’s works will be on display, including pieces from her salad days as a developing artist in New York, as well as those she created later, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her watercolours, oils and charcoal works will be curated in such a way that visitors to the gallery will be able to witness O’Keeffe’s ongoing fixation with synaesthesia, a neurological condition that results in a blending of the senses — in her case, interpreting music as colour. ago.net

Need to know where the next wave of design trends will be coming from? Chances are, you’ll find most of them at the Salon International du Design de Montréal (SIDIM). Scheduled this year in May at Place Bonaventure, this design-mecca event features an extensive range of exhibitors, which rivals many of its counterparts in Canada. Unlike other design exhibitions, SIDIM includes artists, architects, interior design firms and artisans in its 1,000-plus vendor pool. Among the returning participants is Designarium, a consulting firm in Laval, Quebec, that recently won gold at the prestigious International Design Awards (IDA) show and broke new ground, taking home SIDIM’s “design happening of the year” kudo at last year’s soirée. sidim.com

Vancouver’s first-ever opera extravaganza may not get as much North American media play as mega music events Coachella and Lollapalooza, but the British Columbia–born Vancouver Opera Festival is bound to turn a lot of heads in Europe. Back-to-back productions of Verdi’s dramatic Otello (starring acclaimed Albertan soprano Erin Wall), Mozart’s comedic The Marriage of Figaro (with costumes by fashion designer Sid Neigum) and Jake Heggie’s Dead Man Walking, encompass Vancouver’s breadth of talent. Staged at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and the Vancouver Playhouse, this grand tribute to one of musical theatre’s most revered genres is sure to garner international recognition. vancouveropera.ca

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DESIGN FOR LIVING Trend trailblazer Arren Williams tells INSIGHT about his go-to décor hot spots. By Yuki Hayashi

“We describe Casa Cubista’s start as a ‘happy accident’ ”

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hances are, if you’ve got a well-dressed home, you’ve been influenced by Arren Williams’ eye.

The British expat has been sharing his urbane aesthetic with Canadians for nearly two decades — first, as a commercial prop stylist; then as design journalist and stylist for top national style magazines like House & Home, Style at Home, Chatelaine and Flare. In 2013, Williams jumped from trendspotting to trendsetting in a two-year stint as the creative director of the home department of Canadian iconic department store Hudson’s Bay. The culmination of his work is now making waves internationally via his own brand, Casa Cubista, a contempo-Portuguese housewares collection that has quickly become a favourite of style-savvy design editors.

“We describe Casa Cubista’s start as a ‘happy accident,’ ” says Williams. “My husband [David Pimentel, a co-founder of the company] and I were in Portugal on sabbatical and discovered all these talented craftspeople. Friends introduced us to traditional tile makers who make handmade tiles the same way they [were made] in the 16th and 17th centuries and we were hooked. The business started in the spring of ’16, and now you’ll find our collection in select retailers across Europe and North America, including Saudade in Toronto.”

So where does this design-insiders’ design insider go to shop? Here’s the scoop on five of Williams’ favourite shops and boutiques.

Can’t make it to Portugal’s Algarve coast or to Le Bon Marché in Paris to pick up Casa Cubista’s handmade housewares? Shop Casa Cubista online, where you’ll find timeless artisan pieces crafted from cork, terracotta and cotton. “The palette is simple and minimal — an on-trend mix of natural materials, paired with soft white, black and blue, so everything works together,” says Williams. Best part?

“Everything is still made here [in Portugal], often by small family-owned producers who are excited to try something new or [to] see their traditional product presented in a contemporary way.” casacubista.com

PHOTO: Courtesy of Casa Cubista

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02 P ROV I DE HO M E “Since 2007, Robert Quinnell and David Keeler have curated an incredible selection of the world’s best home goods, all with a warm, often handmade, modern vibe,” says Williams.

With a design aesthetic that’s unmistakably contemporary and yet unequivocally homey, Provide offers one-stop shopping for the discerning nest featherer — everything from Martha Sturdy resin tableware to Missoni Home towels and Lite+Cycle essential-oil candles — in other words, a stellar browsing destination. Notes Williams: “Their showroom, in Vancouver’s design-centric The Armoury District, is quite the stunner.” 1805 Fir Street, Vancouver; 604-632-0095; providehome.com Labmert Et Fils Photograph by Arseni Khamzin

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03 L A M BE RT E T F I L S “Lambert et Fils are quite the design darlings,” says Williams, noting that the Montreal-based lighting studio is a hit with in-the-know design aficionados. Its pieces have been featured in the pages of Elle Decor, Surface and Wallpaper, among other influential print and digital publications. Founded in 2010, Lambert et Fils has built its reputation with residential and commercial pieces crafted in brass, marble and powder-coated aluminum, drawing inspiration from mid-century modern, minimalism and the Industrial Age. “Their new release, and my new fave,” says Williams, “is their Laurent collection, which marries post-modern shapes with a minimalist spirit.” 5355 Saint-Laurent Boulevard, Montreal (by appointment only); 514-394-0762; lambertetfils.com

“For drool-worthy Scandi and Danish vintage finds — no home is complete without a piece or three — a scroll through this Winnipeg-based online retailer is a must,” says Williams. While you can’t browse their warehouse without making arrangements beforehand, you can keep on top of inventory by following them on Twitter or Instagram (@scandinavianmod), as Williams does, for “a regular dose of modern master realness.” It’s also the best way to call dibs on that mint Hans Wegner Opala table lamp or CH52 easy chair. scandinavianmod.com

05 KIT INTERIOR OBJECTS This Calgary shop is a top destination for lovers of modern design. Whether you’re seeking an Eames lounger for your living room or the perfect Flos task lighting for your home office, you’ll find it here. Says Williams: “I love stores that offer a contemporary look with the requisite wit and humour to make it all livable, and Kit definitely does that in spades. Here, hip American brands like Blu Dot and Areaware rub shoulders with Italian design heavyweights like Cappellini and Cassina.” 725 11 Avenue SW, Calgary; 403-508-2533; kitinteriorobjects.com

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CUISINE ODYSSEY Chef Brandon Olsen and artist Sarah Keenlyside allow their worlds to collide, in sync, to create the ultimate dining experience. By Alexandra Breen

THIS PAGE: Perfect pairing at La Banane — chef Brandon Olsen with artist Sarah Keenlyside. OPPOSITE PAGE: An otherworldly dessert, the Ziggy Stardust Chocolate Egg.

Photos: Portrait by Jake Kivanc; Food by Rick O’Brien

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t would be difficult to find a Canadian pairing of cuisine and design as impeccable as the one at La Banane. A relatively new kid on the block — it opened in January in the tenaciously hip west end of Toronto — La Banane proffers a menu to rival that at any Michelin-starred restaurant in the world. The superb Nouveau French cuisine and meticulously curated space reflect a chefdesigner partnership that marries an elegant upscale aesthetic and culinary artistry with love and business acumen.

The lovechild of chef Brandon Olsen, 34, and his life and work partner, Sarah Keenlyside, 42, an installation artist and documentary filmmaker, this restaurant has been two years in the making. That’s the time it took them to plot out every minute detail of the dining experience they wanted to create. “We thought about everything,” Olsen explains, “every

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minute of [the] experience — how you feel when you walk in, how you feel when you’re deciding on the menu and when you’re eating, and how you feel when you walk out.”

It’s a Tuesday afternoon in February at La Banane, and Olsen is sitting on one of the sleek deep brown leather banquettes along the wall opposite the marble-topped dark wood bar. Predinner busyness is starting — kitchen doors swing back and forth, suppliers drop off locally sourced fresh herbs, rutabaga and parsnips, and the bartender is polishing glassware in the ceiling-hung brass racks, custom-made by Mason Studio in Toronto.

Framed art hangs on the walls, all pieces from Keenlyside’s personal collection and mostly works by her inner circle (Douglas Coupland, Talia Shipman and Ken Lum, among others). Facing the long bar and raw-food bar is a striking Frank Stella–

inspired wall mural — a commissioned work by Toronto graphic designer and artist Barr Gilmore. This restaurant is serious about art as it is about food.

Much of everything at the restaurant represents Olsen, Keenlyside explains — and La Banane. An artistically driven chef with a skillful culinary technique and who happens to love French food, Olsen also harbours an obsession with the ’70s, believing that, in a past life, he’d partied at New York’s legendary Studio 54. In a similar vein, the fruit is referenced as art (think Warhol) and as culture (think Josephine Baker’s glory days in 1920s Paris and her iconic girdle-of-bananas costume) as well as, naturally, a potassium-heavy food.

Keenlyside mood-boarded the entire project, writing proposals and tapping into her vast art-world network to bring to fruition their dream to launch a restaurant. >

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Photos: (restaurant) Laura Rossi; (chocolates) by Ryan Crouchman.

The name La Banane is a cheerful take on the French saying “avoir la banane,” loosely translated as “having the banana” and putting on a bananashaped smile on one’s face. “Who doesn’t like a banana?” Olsen asks rhetorically. “We wanted to have a place that is enjoyed by all — superfun and relaxed, but seriously tasty at the same time.” It’s a dichotomy that prevails through every inch of the physical space and every aspect of the sensory experience at La Banane.

Take the menu, for starters. Described

by Olsen as “Brando’s French,” his culinary creations are boldly experimental and influenced by nouvelle cuisine masters Paul Bocuse and Bernard Loiseaux. “Traditional French cuisine can be so heavy. I want to lighten it up for today’s palates but don’t want any silly magic tricks. No foams,” Olsen says.

His repertoire as a chef are along the lines of chicken liver mousse with Cipollini onions and hen-of-the-woods mushrooms, and pièce de résistance European sea bass en croute, appropriately presented tableside, then taken back to the kitchen to be portioned and drizzled with yuzu beurre monté (a citrus-flavoured melted-butter sauce). The showstopper dessert — a tribute to David Bowie — is the Ziggy

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Stardust Disco Egg, which has a filling of Peruvian dark chocolate truffles and flavour hints of apricot, ancho chile and coffee bean.

Olsen has been honing his artistry since age 15, when he first arrived on the culinary scene — “out of necessity,” he notes. “I needed a way out of my house at the time and I needed a job.”

After a brief stint at George Brown College’s culinary arts program, he made his way to Napa, California, where he worked at acclaimed chef Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc + Addendum and The French Laundry, a restaurant that has been ranked No. 1 in the world and is renowned for creating American food with French influences and technique. It was here that Olsen developed a passion for sweets, which spurred his pastime of experimenting with chocolate and eventually turned him into a self-taught chocolatier.

Once back in Toronto, Olsen worked at George Restaurant with chef Lorenzo Loseto, who is famous for his globally inspired, seasonally sourced dishes. Olsen cites Loseto as another huge influence on his career. His next stints were as chef de cuisine at two top restaurants in the city — Black Hoof and Bar Isabel. Olsen’s Bar Isabel days marked two important developments in his career. He met

FROM TOP: La Banane’s seafood-

stocked raw bar; roasted baby pineapple with tofu pudding.

T H E C I T Y E DI T Keenlyside and he became known for his fried chicken, which garnered a cult following.

Last year, Olsen opened a fried-chicken pop-up stand at Evergreen Brick Works’ Cask Days beer festival and sold thousands of orders, leaving him with enough money in his pocket to fund his next career move and go out on his own. He then put his chocolate-making skills to the test and launched, with Keenlyside, CxBO on Toronto’s College Street strip. Many of his chocolates, showcased as serious works of edible art, are colour-splattered à la Jackson Pollock and infused with flavours like salted caramel and orange blossom.

King Street Food Company (Buca and Jamie’s Italian) came calling. Would Olsen be interested in opening a restaurant? “Only way I’m doing it is if I get carte blanche,” Olsen recalls telling them. “I want to do ‘Brando’s French.’ ” They agreed. Olsen got the green light to bring his restaurant dream to life. And the timing was perfect. “Toronto is a young culinary scene that is growing,” he notes. “People’s palates are maturing. We’re starting to play with the big boys of New York, San Fran, Paris, Barcelona.”

Running the business side of a restaurant, however, has been a major learning curve.

“When you run a kitchen, you have your set duties,” he says. “Opening a restaurant involves a lot of random fine details, like deciding where the water heater goes for the coffee. You don’t equate [that] to being a big issue, but it’s a really big issue.” Olsen laughs. “Little things are big decisions — the colour of the lights, how big the [lightbulb should be]. As a chef running a kitchen, you don’t think about these things.”

Thankfully, he has a staff that he trusts implicitly, including his best friend, Basilio Pesce (Cheese Boutique, Porzia), who is chef de cuisine. “I can’t trust anyone more than Bas. [He] knows me inside and out. He was chef de cuisine at Biff ’s Bistro, so he knows French cuisine. He knows what I like. He knows the standards I have worked at,” Olsen says.

“When I take a day off, I want to make sure the customers are having the same experience and my level of standards are still being met.” And with Bas, Olsen is assured that’s all happening.

There’s another new realization for Olsen.

Restaurant chefs don’t actually do that much cooking. His day starts at around 8 a.m., answering emails for CxBO and calling suppliers. Then he goes to the market to pick up any specialty items needed — ethically raised, locally sourced seasonal ingredients are top priority. Next stop is CxBO, which Keenlyside now runs. Then he may have meetings at King Street Food’s headquarters with his partners, HR or accounting. Then his day at the restaurant starts. He will resolve any issues from the previous night, and by 5 p.m., he’s sitting down with his entire staff to enjoy a “family” meal before 6 p.m. hits. Then it’s all disco music and non-stop action until 12 a.m., when service shuts

down and the cleanup and ordering for the next day begin. Sometime around 2 a.m., he’ll finally be making his way to bed.

But there’s no complaining. Since La Banane opened its doors in January, the response has been incredible. Olsen knows he is living his dream. But it’s a dream that doesn’t end with CxBO and La Banane, though Olsen and Keenlyside have no desire to open more restaurants. Instead, they’re focused on expanding the chocolate shop and ensuring that La Banane becomes a Toronto institution. “I want this place to be around forever.” He says this before adding that they would also like to own a boulangerie and a distillery and to get their own farm going someday.

And, of course, they would love to have a small fried-chicken joint. Because that is how it all got started.

ABOVE: Chef Olsen’s chocolate works of art, available at his CxBO shop. BELOW: Euro bass en croûte with yuzu butter.

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TA S T E B U D S Olsen and Keenlyside dish on some of their favourite cuisine comrades in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver.

TORONTO Dandylion “Jay Carter is a huge inspiration to Brandon and there’s really no other food like it in Toronto. ‘Egg, mushroom, savoury granola’ — it’s incredible!”

Campagnolo “It’s our home away from home.”

Olsen always gets the spaghetti all’Amatriciana.

Keenlyside loves the

sweet corn agnolotti.

Montgomery’s “Go for the trout with malt vinegar and fermented green onion.

Every trout dish we’ve had there has been amazing. The wine selections are always exciting, too.”

MONTREAL Joe Beef and Impasto “Both are legendary spots for good

reason.” Impasto serves outstanding rustic Italian classics, like veal osso buco and ricotta gnocchi.

VANCOUVER Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie “Spectacular!” Menu items include wok-fried loligo squid, duck salad and steelhead trout.

Sun Sui Wah “We love this spot for dim sum.”

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Designer Jamie Bush and architect Dennis Gibbens maintained and celebrated the circular forms dominating this hilltop mid-century LA home.

Replacing walls of curvilinear sliding glass doors was a challenge. Photo: Peter Murdoch.

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DESIGN DETECTIVE Author and architecture critic Anthony Iannacci sheds some light on Hollywood’s most remarkable design legacies. By Shawna Cohen

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ew people in the world have gained access to the type of luxurious, one-of-a-kind properties Anthony Iannacci has viewed first-hand.

The architecture critic has seen how Hollywood’s elite live — where they gather for breakfast, how they entertain, where they find solace in quiet spaces. He even knows which type of bed linens they favour.

He has also explored the Manhattan childhood home of Jackie Onassis and knows the secrets behind some of the most elite Park Avenue addresses, many of them housing art collections that rival the Whitney Museum’s.

This exclusive right of entry comes with one caveat: he can never reveal who lives in the houses he’s been in. Such is the life of Iannacci — design writer, publisher, art critic, curator and architecture historian who is sworn to secrecy while peeking inside famous people’s homes.

“Nowhere in my pages will you find names of celebrities or royalty. I chose to focus on design work instead,” says Iannacci of his latest book, Hollywood Interiors: Style and Design in Los Angeles. Published by The Monacelli Press last year, the voluminous (328 pages) tome showcases 19 distinguished homes, many of which have never been featured in print before. They span a diverse range of styles by famous as well as relatively new players in the international design scene, including esteemed talents such as Kelly Wearstler and Andrew Benson.

While Iannacci remains tight-lipped about the homeowners, a little online digging reveals that one estate — a breathtaking example of the 1920s Spanish Moorish revival, designed by boutique studio Commune — belongs to The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons and his partner, Todd Spiewak. >

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(Famous owners in the past include actor Robert Pattinson and retired basketball icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.) This particular property was kidglove-designed by Commune’s founders, Roman Alonso (formerly Isaac Mizrahi’s image director) and Steven Johanknecht (previously the design director at Donna Karan). Regardless of this home’s diverse inhabitants, each space Iannacci has chosen to focus on in Hollywood Interiors features a style specific to Southern California.

“There’s a continuation of a mid-century idea of residential living that embraced breaking down the distinction between indoors and out [for] a more casual existence,” Iannacci explains. “There’s also the Hollywood legacy of exalting the individual, the star who has these very unique talents that make [that person] different from everyone else.”

Iannacci knows a thing or two about carving one’s own path.

Shortly after graduating in 1983 from The Cooper Union’s School of Art, in New York City, he hopped on a plane to Milan. He planned to stay for a year but spent more than a decade there, making a neon-lit name for himself as an art critic and consultant, writing for prestigious titles such as Artforum and curating exhibitions of mostly North American artists showing in Europe for the first time.

“It was a magical time to be in Europe,” recalls Iannacci, referring to the 1980s, when Milan was gaining status as the capital of design and architecture. “I saw before globalization took a hold on the entire continent.”

Along with globalization comes the challenge of creating something original and new. “We live in a time where people are doing good design work that’s being exalted by the press but that’s not specific to the moment,” notes Iannacci. “It’s true in fashion as well. A lot of it could have been produced 10 or 20 years ago. For example, if you look at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street in 1940, 1950 and 1960, the difference in style and design, the people on the street, the storefronts, the cars driving by — those decade jumps would represent radical differences. Take those same photographs, in the same location, from 1985, 1995, 2005 and 2015 — they’re not all that different from one another. >

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FROM TOP: Design firm Nickey Kehoe liberally mixed décor styles and eras in the dining room of a Storybook-style Tudor home. Photo: Amy Neusinger.

Photo: Architects Chu + Gooding created a space that reflects their client’s penchant for spectacular 1930s and 1940s Italian design elements.

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Architect Linda Brettler meticulously renovated this Spanish Revival home which was featured in Architectural Digest in 1926, the year construction was completed. The dining room reflects Brettler’s design celebrating geometry, colour and pattern, as well as details that hearken back to the glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Photos (this page and opposite page, bottom): Richard Powers.

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After a decade in Milan, Iannacci eventually made his way back to New York, had a few stints working in cities like Toronto, where he edited a book on George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg. Then he found himself falling in love with LA, where he now spends the bulk of the year and lives with his partner, the designer Mike Powers, in a 1966 highrise overlooking Griffith Park. It is here that he became keenly aware of the difference in character between East and West Coast designs, the former of which he chronicled in his book published in 2014, Design in the Hamptons, which received coverage in Vanity Fair and The Wall Street Journal.

Iannacci has solid theories about the contrast between his past and present subjects.

“People go to New York to become part of something bigger. They come to LA to discover themselves — it’s an internal journey,” he says.

“The design work that’s produced, which is indicative of the zeitgeist of each place, can be very different from one another.”

For example, he points to a common thread in many New York properties. “There are a lot of things you see in project after project that are signifiers of good taste, that are very much of the moment, but you see them in multiple homes, whether it’s people within certain circles collecting the same art buying the same vintage pieces.”

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By contrast, there’s a desire in LA to have something that no one else does and to express yourself as an individual, Iannacci says. He’s also exhilarated by the success of well-known female designers and architects — Barbara Barry and Rose Tarlow among them — who have managed to blaze trails in a male-dominated industry.

“LA is a city that has allowed design equality to happen and that’s exciting to me,” he says.

“Why did it happen here? What does it mean for culture in LA? By culture, I mean, not just paintings in gilded frames in a museum but, rather, the institutionalized way in which money flows throughout our economy and influences the way we live and interact with objects. It’s very interesting to consider those things.”

For his latest projects, Iannacci has once again been getting intimate with the East Coast. His current venture offers inside access to some of the New York City homes of prominent designers and architects, be they lofts on the outskirts of Brooklyn or townhouses in an up-and-coming neighbourhood in Queens. Iannacci’s upcoming book, due to hit shelves this fall, is about renowned New York designer Joe Nahem.

It gave Iannacci access to the famous “Bouvier apartment,” at 740 Park Avenue, where Jackie Onassis lived when she was a child. Nahem designed the current version of this 12-room

duplex, which left Iannacci breathless. “The first thing you see when you walk into this incredibly impressive penthouse is the original staircase coming down from above. There’s a beautiful entry table, and plumped down on top of it [was] a set of Plexiglas Yorkies by artist Jeff Koons. On the wall behind the table are more of Koons’s works, which feature fluorescent lights and [Hoover] floor polishers displayed inside of them.”

It’s these startling juxtapositions that make Iannacci think twice about the design choices that were made. “You think, I’m going to Jackie Onassis’ childhood home, so it’s going to be incredibly elegant. And it is, except the art is creating this weird dialogue with [the] space.

On the one hand, the Yorkies are typically what you’d expect in a swank Park Avenue penthouse — but certainly not porcelain highly-coloured, almost garish versions. And the floor polishers with fluorescent lights? That’s not pretty at all.

Nahem has a way of enhancing his clients’ art collections, not just by throwing proper light on them but by incorporating them into the rooms in interesting ways. It is very difficult to make objects speak to each other in an enhanced way.”

While Iannacci spends his days surrounded by beautiful objects and creative minds, the job is not without its challenges. A self-described “do-it-now” personality, he has a hard time waiting for a book to go from initial concept

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to publication — a process that can take years.

Some days are downright hazardous. While shooting a master bedroom for Hollywood Interiors, Iannacci needed something from the kitchen and used the service stairs. “Three Bernese Mountain Dogs charged me. The homeowners didn’t realize I’d come down this back staircase and I startled them [and their dogs],” he recalls with a laugh. “There was blood all over the place! One [of the dogs] bit me. The owners calmed them down and got some Band-Aids. I can’t say who owned the house but it’s a very well-known individual.”

Iannacci is more forthcoming when it comes to his own residence in LA. He fills the space with meaningful objects, including a photograph by up-and-comer Taryn Simon that hangs over the dining-room table. Titled Ski Dubai, it shows the world’s first indoor ski resort that, at first glance, appears to look like an actual ski slope. “I’m interested in living with art that has a clear message,” says Iannacci. “This is the kind of piece that if anyone comes into the apartment, they’ll look at it and say, ‘That’s cool. What is it?’ You don’t need a master’s degree in art history to appreciate this work and that is very exciting to me.”

Iannacci is also a stickler for function. “If you have beautiful things but don’t use them, there’s no point in having them.” He’s also put off when a place feels too precious. He’s a firm believer in using one’s good china: “When you’re old, you want to pick up that china and see all the wear in it and be reminded of all the joy in that. If there’s no sign of life, it’s dead. It’s really that simple.” His most prized belongings are a set of chairs by Italian Neo-rationalist designer Franco Albini, whose work he discovered while living in Milan. Iannacci did some research and discovered the chairs’ manufacturer, Poggi, and gave the company a call.

“An old man answered the phone. It was Mr. Poggi himself and he was excited that a young art critic was interested in an armchair he had produced in the ’50s. I went to the factory and he took me into the archives and showed me all of the original fabrics and had two chairs made for me. That was really before this incredible boom of midcentury European manufacturers of high-end furniture,” notes Iannacci.

“Those chairs will always be with me.

They’ve witnessed my growth and education as someone interested in design.”

THIS PAGE: Architecture critic Anthony Iannacci and his meticulously appointed residence in Los Feliz, Los Angeles.

OPPOSITE PAGE: In staying true to John Lautner’s original design for this home in 1956, designer Mark Haddawy removed a second storey that previous owners had added. Photo: Peter Murdoch.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH INSIGHT: The Art of Living speaks to expert real estate brokers about emerging top-tier neighbourhoods in Canada’s four largest cities. By Tracey Ho Lung

VANC OU VE R, T H E FAL SE CRE E K F L AT S A block away from the prestigious and ecowinning Olympic Village, the False Creek Flats encompasses some 450 acres. The City of Vancouver’s ambitious goal is to connect the Flats and Olympic Village and develop a productive, sustainable and integrated community.

Recent Developments St. Paul’s Hospital and an

integrated health campus is set to be completed here in 2022. “It’s being conceived as a world-class health-care, research and teaching hub,” says Shaz Karim, a real estate broker at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada. Also coming this fall: a new campus for Emily Carr University of Art and Design, which will be a welcome addition to the area’s attractive amenities such as an Urban Fare high-end food market in the Olympic Village, art galleries and several craft-beer houses. Mountain Equipment Co-op has also confirmed the opening a flagship store in the area.

The Appeal “In less than a generation, nearly all

of Vancouver’s inner-city industrial lands have made way for a mixed-use residential landscape,” notes Karim. “The city has developed a plan for the Flats that will establish programs to assist local economic sectors by increasing jobs, from

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8,000 currently to 30,000.” Cool on-trend food purveyors are already here, including Bodega on Main, Torafuku and Beta 5 chocolate shop. “It’s enticing young professionals to move out of the downtown core,” says Karim. Property purchasers love that the Flats are by the seawall (aka there’s an opportunity to dock a boat) and are connected to Stanley Park and Kitsilano.

The Range of Properties Condos and live/ work lofts comprise the majority of housing in the Flats. “There are only around 60 homes in the area, built in the early 1900s so they are seen as precious as gold.

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This strip of land bordered by Ossington Avenue stretches southward, from Davenport Road to the rail lines at Barton Avenue. In the ’70s, it was known as a busy manufacturing hub.

Recent Developments Upscale décor shops

and avant-garde art galleries have relocated here, bringing with them clientele with discerning tastes. Ten years in the making, this influx started when Faema Caffè moved into a refurbished factory building in the neighbourhood, followed by Stubbe, a top chocolatier, and trendy coffee bar Ezra’s

Pound. Then, in 2015, über-cool art galleries Cooper Cole, Neubacher Shor Contemporary, Angell and p|m abandoned their trendy digs on Dundas West and Queen West to reopen on Dupont. Independent design stores have also moved in, such as Pimlico Design Gallery, South Hill Home and Peaks & Rafters, as well as, just recently, Creeds Coffee Bar and Rose & Sons, which now has two concept restaurants within several blocks of each other.

The Appeal There are two noteworthy trends in the Dupont Corridor, according to Paul Maranger, a real estate broker and senior vicepresident of sales at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada in Toronto. “There is an ‘indie’ spirit here. Businesses are independently owned. There’s no concentration of any one type of store,” says Maranger. “There’s a [mix] of high-end and older, established shops — like Vinny’s Panini, which has been around for decades.” The result is a visually diverse street with an industrial vibe.

The Range of Properties The neighbourhood boasts a wide diversity of houses. “Stately homes can be found on Brunswick, Howland, Palmerston and Walmer, and more modest ones west of Christie,” says Maranger. “[And] There’s more variety coming. The bulk [of new residents] are young, professional, first-

T H E CTIRTAV Y E LDI T time home buyers and small families who have owned their first condo and are looking for more space. Thanks to the area’s grid pattern, almost every home has [a backyard], plus most of the houses are on quiet residential streets.”

The Range of Properties Condo prices per square foot are $600 to $700 (compared to $1,000 downtown). “Most of the properties here are condos, with only a small [number of ] townhomes for families,” says Le Guerre.

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Located in the southwestern part of Montreal, this was originally the city’s industrial area and is bordered by the Bonaventure Expressway, Georges-Vanier Boulevard, Notre-Dame Street and the Lachine Canal.

Recent Developments “When the first condo

development was proposed in 2013 by Devimco, a big developer, people worried about buildings being sold from plan,” says Sophie Le Guerrier, a real estate broker at Sotheby’s International Realty Quebec. “But Montrealers started moving in [fast]. This triggered the arrival of other developements such as Philippe Starck’s YOO, Brickfields and the Arbora.

The Appeal Location. It enjoys unobstructed views of the Lachine Canal, plus it’s removed from the madness of downtown but only a 10-minute walk away from it. “There are still a few years of construction, but that’s part of the investment,” says Le Guerrier.

It’s home to trendy restaurants like Nora Gray and Grinder, the Atwater Market, the Corona Theatre and Arsenal Contemporary Art.

Located in the Marda Loop district in the southwest quadrant of Calgary, which also includes River Park, South Calgary and Garrison Woods.

Recent Developments There are over 100 retail and boutique stores on-site with more on the way. Recently built mixed retail-residential developments include Garrison Corner, Avenue 33 and The Odean, which will house Blush Lane Organic Market. The neighbourhood already boasts David’s Tea, Distilled Beauty Bar and Social House, and YYC Cycle spin studio.

The Appeal In the area are distinguished schools such as Master’s Academy & College, Alliance Française of Calgary and the Webber Academy. Altadore is also situated on a hill, meaning it’s drier and receives more daylight than homes lower in the valley.

The Range of Properties “Homes in Altadore are

a mix of contemporary [and] traditional homes,” says Dennis Plintz, a real estate broker and senior vice president, sales at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada in Calgary. “The trade-off is that you get less land, but a lot more home.”

OPPOSITE PAGE: A stunning aerial view of Vancouver. THIS PAGE (Clockwise from left): Bar area and tasty nibbles at Distilled Beauty Bar & Social House in Calgary; the Griffintown area of Montreal at dusk; colourful canvases at Cooper Cole in Toronto.

Photos: Vancouver, Albert Normandin/Tourism Vancouver; Distilled Beauty Bar & Social House, Casey Boda; Griffintown, Taki Eddine Alimat/Pixelmontreal.com; Cooper Cole.

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HOLISTIC THINKING Connecting with the right kind of financial expert can help you achieve life goals you never thought you had. By Bryan Borzykowski

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hilippe de Gaspé Beaubien isn’t ashamed to admit that he may have gone too spend-crazy after selling his family business in 2001 for $255-million. After handing over Telemedia, the once popular radio station chain, to Astral Media, he almost immediately bought 15 companies, a 67-room home, an airplane and other several other properties. When the financial crisis hit a few years later, his businesses suffered and he found himself in a cash crunch. If de Gaspé Beaubien had saved some of that money, he could have breathed easier. “That was the biggest mistake I made,” he says.

“You need to invest money you never touch into stocks that generate enough cash flow that you can live off. I put everything back into businesses.”

It may have helped if the lifelong entrepreneur, now chairman and CEO of T Corporation, had spoken to friends, fellow business owners and financial experts who could have provided some advice around how best to use his money. He also should have taken some time to think and plan before jumping in. “Put it in the bank and think about it,” he says.

“And talk to people who have been in a similar situation.”

De Gaspé Beaubien can at least take comfort in knowing that he is not alone. Business owners spend years focused solely on their companies that many don’t give much thought to what might happen if they come into a post-sale windfall. As well, many were not wealthy to begin with and have never had to give much thought to things like uncorrelated assets, real estate and tax planning. They may still have the same financial advisor they had when they only had a few dollars in their bank, if they have one at all.

Fortunately, being prudent with those newly acquired funds is not as challenging as you might think, but it does involve taking a more holistic approach to financial planning, says Richard McIntyre, Dundee Corporation’s executive vice-president. This is especially critical for high-net-worth individuals who, in many cases, have various assets in several places and must incorporate tax, legal and financial experts into their money-related decisions. “It’s about all of the things that impact a client’s wealth,” he says.

Not taking this more inclusive view could put your money at risk, he adds. Many business owners make the mistake of concentrating their assets into single sectors and not diversifying appropriately, which is key to wealth preservation; or they don’t think about how they will pay capital

gains taxes on properties when they are sold. Maybe they intend to be more philanthropic or ensure that their savings lasts for multiple generations, but their investment strategy doesn’t reflect those objectives. By taking a more macro approach, you can see how one decision impacts another.”

This can be a difficult approach to take for some entrepreneurs whose attention has been myopically focused on running a company. The process works best when you have an advocate, someone who understands your current lifestyle, who can help you determine your future goals and who can bring in other experts when needed, says Brad Henderson, president and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada. “You want someone who can create a strong and robust wealth management program for you,” he says. “They will know about all the different components that go together and bring in subject matter experts when it is appropriate.”

For instance, when it comes to real estate, which is something many post-sale entrepreneurs invest in, bringing in an expert who can work alongside a wealth manager is a must. Why? Because real estate is about more than owning a house. Some people want to own buildings as a store of wealth. Others want the dividends from rental homes, some may need to structure a deal properly to access capital quickly, others may not need quick cash. “You have to look at things on a portfolio basis rather than on an individual asset basis,” he says. “Finance properties in a holistic way and you’ll have more flexibly with respect access to capital.”

Setting goals is also a must, adds McIntyre. It’s important to outline what you want to achieve with your money and then establish a plan to achieve these objectives. “Once you have those plans hard-coded, whatever you do afterwards should be consistent with achieving those goals,” he says. “And if you do have a crazy idea, you can come back to the plan and see that it may not be the best investment.”

If de Gaspé Beaubien were to do it over again, he would have taken this kind of approach, he says. Fortunately, he’s thinking more big-picture – he’s saving more money, paying more attention to tax and knows how one decision can impact another. He’s also sharing his wisdom with others so they don’t make similar mistakes. “You have to put money away and plan,” he says. “It’s fun to sell a business, but you may not do it again.”

Photo: Sotheby’s International Realty Canada/ Listed by Craig Emond

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INNOVATION NATION Canada’s next wave of architects and designers are balancing luxury-driven excellence with forward-thinking diversity. INSIGHT: THE ART OF LIVING speaks to the luminaries changing the face of Canadian design. By Christy Wright

THIS PAGE: Located in Georgian Bay, Ontario, the Grotto Sauna is a feat of craftsmanship and sustainability by Toronto design firm Partisans. OPPOSITE PAGE: The cedar interior of this private residential spa was built using cutting-edge software and fabrication technology.

Photos: Courtesy of Partisans

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long the continuum of Canadian design, there are irrefutable signifiers: a tuque, a maple leaf, a birch-bark canoe and the revolutionary born-in-Waterloo BlackBerry smartphone. While these may represent a momentous part of the 49th Parallel North’s aesthetic evolution, Canada is advancing beyond its past tropes.

Today, Canadians working in fields such as architecture and décor are inverting archetypes altogether, employing technological advancements and mindful sustainability.

These newfound design luminaries are exploring what’s new and what’s next by experimenting and risk-taking, revealing just how far our young nation has come in terms of progress, regardless of what part of Canada they are from.

For decades, Halifax-based architect Brian MacKay-Lyons has struggled with adhering to East Coast sensibilities. “In the Maritimes, our best and worst characteristics are the same,” he says. “If we like something designed on a budget, we say it’s frugal chic. If we don’t like it, we say it’s stingy.”

He and Talbot Sweetapple, another architect, established their eponymous firm over 30 years ago. A global leader in sustainable building, MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple has won over 100 awards, and in May 2017 the partners will

travel to Paris to receive the prestigious Global Award for Sustainable Architecture.

“We’re the first Canadians to win, and as far as awards go, it’s as good as it gets.”

That notion of East Coast efficiency is a particularly Canadian trait that plays a significant role in their designs, most notably in Enough House. A modest structure built on MacKay-Lyons’ Shobac farm in Nova Scotia, it acts as a studio and, when necessary, provides accommodation for the firm’s interns.

Of its name, Brian says, “We asked ourselves: ‘How much is enough?’ We wanted a minimal dwelling.” Inventive in terms of space, the cabin is just 650 square feet, yet sleeps seven. The timelines on the project were just as clever as the design — it took only two months to build.

“We practice cultural sustainability, which means we use local people with local skills.

Enough House was built so quickly because it was fashioned after indigenous fish shacks, so our carpenters just knew what to do,” MacKayLyons explains. Clad in Corten (a rust-coloured steel which weathers well and looks better with age), the property exudes modernity but blends in with its neighbouring structure, a 200-year-old schoolhouse. “Enough House represents critical regionalism — it is both super-modern and super-traditional,” he says.

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THIS PAGE: Toronto studio Partisans designed the Gweilo light from thin sheets of LED bulbs moulded into a dynamic sculpture with a 3-D effect. Each light is hand-sculpted by an artist in its hot plastic state.

OPPOSITE PAGE: (From top) Montreal-based architect/ designer David Umemoto creates architectural concrete sculptures based on the geometry of the Soma cube. A hand-tufted rug by Watson Soule’s design team — artist Janna Watson and designer Nico Soule.

hyper-grandiose philosophy when it comes to presenting its ingenuity. Founded in 2012 by principals Alex Josephson and Pooya Baktash, the Toronto firm — which now has a third partner, Jonathan Friedman, and 10 associates — has garnered acclaim for Bar Raval (the Gaudí-gonegroovy tapas hotspot in the city) and earned a collaborative stake in revitalizing Union Station (hint: they’re re-imagining the transit hub’s interior culinary and retail spaces as destinationworthy experiences). Of Partisans’ many designs — including buildings, installations and products like Gweilo, which are shewets of LED lights hand-sculpted into fluid forms — it is the Grotto Sauna that is most extravagant. The outdoor structure, set on an island in Georgian Bay, upends Canuck cottage-country style.

“Our approach to working with traditional aesthetics and materials entails mutation and defamiliarization,” says Josephson. “We flip traditional tropes on their heads to arrive at unexpected results.” The firm re-jigged a software code and used advanced 3-D technology to mill the Grotto’s wood into undulating curves and mandated sustainability through reclaimed wood, a lakewater-fed faucet and solar-powered heaters and LED lights. “We aspire to evolve designs that are not beholden to a particular aesthetic but that instead respond to a site’s context,” he says. The Grotto’s humble exterior — a simple box clad in charred cedar — is certainly in context with its surroundings, as its weathered look both suggests it has always been there and it keeps its dynamic interior a secret.

The dichotomy between a simple exterior and show-stopping interior is found in Toronto architect Angela Tsementzis’ Concrete House, her debut stand-alone residence. The 3,800-square-foot space’s plain façade, with just one street-facing window, in no way intimates what lies behind it — a cantilevered marvel of three stacked concreteand-glass boxes set on a slope overlooking the city’s Moore Park Ravine.

“I proposed construction systems that aren’t conventional for residential building in Canada,” says Tsemetzis. “Rather than Photo: Peter Murdock

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traditional wood-framed construction, the house was built with cast-in-place concrete.

There’s an inner layer of concrete, which constitutes the structure, and an outer layer, which is the cladding. Both were formed with rough-sawn wood boards, which impart the wood’s grain texture onto the concrete. This careful detailing refines a system more often used for warehouses and manufacturing plants.”

The refinement is offset by practicality.

“This wall system provides a continuous layer of insulation, which makes the building very well sealed and energy-efficient,” she says.

“The homeowners’ values do influence the brief. More and more, sustainability and green features are included in order to achieve a higher quality of living.”

Sustainability was at the design forefront of Stealth Cabin, the weekend home in Bracebridge conceived by Meg Graham and Andre D’Ella, principals of the Toronto-based practice superkül. “Stealth Cabin is, at its essence, an intimate and warm log cabin — one that opens itself up to the landscape in a way that the classic Canadian cottage never really has,” says Graham. “It does bear traces of a traditional cottage in its materiality and pitched roof, but its low-slung, cleanly sculptural form — inspired by an overturned boat found on the property — nestles into and integrates with

its Muskoka landscape.” The structure was positioned to preserve the maximum number of trees and fitted with passive cooling and radiant heating to lower energy consumption. While it’s constructed entirely of cedar, the use of one material isn’t monotonous, thanks to a variety of applications that feel fresh and contemporary.

Unexpected elements, like abstract art on rugs, are what define Watson Soule, the Toronto team of artist Janna Watson and designer Nico Soule. “We see the floor as a missed opportunity for bold design opportunities,” says Soule. “A lot of people have no problem throwing down thousands of dollars for a painting that hangs on the wall.

Our goal is to create a new platform for art: the floor.” The duo’s works, which retail for up to $20,000 apiece, entail a lengthy design process. “We oversee everything — from the initial artistic composition, which starts with a painting Janna has created, to dyeing the wool, mapping out the rug, choosing the fibre and, finally, having it entirely hand-knotted. Having paintings developed into rugs forms something that’s aesthetic and functional.”

Functionality, however, was something that Montreal-based sculptor David Umemoto decided to leave behind on some level. An architect by trade, Umemoto turned his talents to sculpture in 2011. “At some point, >

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architecture is always very functional and precise. “I wanted to improvise,” he explains.

“But because architecture is in my DNA, I still think of myself as a builder rather than a sculptor. I see my works as structures instead of sculptures.” His works, which will be exhibited in Australia and Belgium later this year, run the gamut from small-scale Brutalist concrete vases to the show-stopping Nyepi, a carved mural handcrafted from recycled aluminum, which retails for $35,000. What is most innovative about his art pieces is the way they are made. His process entails envisioning his design as a scalable modular building system based on the theory that there is a universal order. Molecules, cycles and ecosystems play a huge part in the development of angles and motifs; decisions through the test of order (the norm) and chaos (accident) often employ the use of codes, many of which seem like they could be plucked from science fiction novels. “My pieces are ambiguous and often look incomplete,” says Umemoto. “I find that primitivism exciting in our technologically driven society.”

Vancouver-based light designers Lukas Peet and Caine Heintzman of ANDlight embrace the drive of technology. “It’s an interesting Photo: Peter Murdock

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C R E AT O R S O F T O M O R R O W Meet three future-loving Canadians whose products are pushing the envelope.

Christian Lo and David Ryan, co-founders of Toronto’s ANONY lighting studio, characterizes their brand as a union between innovation and creativity. “We innovate by using LED technology and minimizing our manufacturing process to create designs that are honest and thoughtful,” says Lo. All of the brand’s fixtures can be fully disassembled, recycled or reused for future projects. “The life cycle and energy efficiency of our product is as important to us as the design process.”

THIS PAGE: Called the Button 90, this wide-surface LED pendant light by Vancouver’s ANDlight design team can be moved towards any desired direction. Photo: Lukas Peet.

OPPOSITE PAGE: (From top) Concrete House, a state-ofthe-art residence designed by Toronto architect Angela Tsementzis; Enough House in Nova Scotia, designed by Halifax firm MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects. Photo: James Brittain.

time to be a designer with the rise of things like 3-D printing and LED technology,” says Peet. The pair, along with co-founder Matt Davis, formed the company in 2013 with a clear mandate. “We wanted to create lighting that was forward-thinking, environmentally-conscious and distinctive,” says Heintzman. All of their work is made on-site in their 6,500-square-foot studio in Gastown, which reflects a growing trend in Canadian design. “There’s less pressure now to move somewhere else, and it’s inspiring to see Canadian practices proving it’s possible to make work here and present it to a global audience,” says Heintzman. The two designers, who collaborate with dealers in Australia and Europe, describe their work as refined, yet playful — the Slab light, with its LED panel covered in colourful felt, is a good example. “I am always searching for new materials that will result in new forms,” says Peet.

Meanwhile, it’s the modernizing and deconstructing of historical forms that interest Chinese-Canadian artist and furniture designer Topher Kong. He explores the past and present by poetically recasting classics. “I’m a millennial living in the contemporary world and wanting

to honour historical forms,” says Kong, who is based in Toronto. “For my newly designed RO chair, I took a traditional chair from the Ming dynasty, reduced its decorative finishes, then applied Canadian maple-leaf-red paint. The chair, in a way, represents me, not only as a designer but also as an immigrant.”

It’s a theme that winds its way through Brothers Dressler, a Toronto firm specializing in sustainably-minded bespoke furniture, objects and lighting. “Canada is a country of immigrants with so many ideas coming from all corners of the globe,” says Lars Dressler, who founded the company with his twin brother, Jason.

Aesthetically agile, the duo’s designs range from rustic log seating and statement-piece wooden chandeliers to sleek curvilinear rocking chairs.

Provenance is their point of difference. Although their works can be seen as traditional in nature, the Dresslers are always looking forward. “We’re all able to make informed choices by knowing where something was made, and the history of the materials adds to the experience,” says Lars. “The throwaway society of the past is changing. Buying what’s well designed is more groundbreaking than simply looking at what’s in style.

Of her diverse CV, which includes lighting, furniture, jewellery and assistive devices, Toronto industrial designer Emily Vender says, “My goal is to produce a piece that serves a purpose, while also leaving a visual impression.” Her furniture — in particular, the Evolution chair, which is fashioned from rolled-steel bars and has a silhouette inspired by a baby carriage — easily acts both as a free-standing sculpture and as a functional form.

Philippe Malouin brings his designs to the world stage. The Montreal native — who is now based in London, England — has created installations, furniture and rugs for a diverse range of clients, including Aesop, Umbra Shift and Ace Hotel, all with love and longevity in mind. His cred is global and not without accolades, among them the W Hotels Designer of the Future award and Wallpaper magazine's Best Use of Material award. As the director of London’s POST-OFFICE, Malouin has been part of emphasizing modern sculptural cues on walls, creating abstract immersive experiences.

“I think that people should consume design because they want it, because they long for it,” he says. “The great thing about furniture products is that these items are usually meant to stay with you for a long time. I think that acquiring something you will keep is sustainable.”

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FOREIGN EXCHANGE Up close and personal with two of the biggest international film stars of our time. By Elio Iannacci

M A J O R P L AY E R A moment with Fan Bingbing, China’s most influential actress

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othing is left to chance when Fan Bingbing agrees to an interview.

During a Toronto press stop for her acclaimed film, I Am Not Madame Bovary, the 35-year-old actress was duly prepared for her public. Four bodyguards surrounded her for protection while two interpreters trailed behind to ensure that random fan interactions would not result in any Lost in Translation moments. For selfie requests, Fan’s PR team furnished a pristine white room, replete with properly positioned spotlights and a studio backdrop for the sole purpose of postchat Instagram snaps.

“There’s this overwhelming focus I tap into when I become determined,” Fan explains, referring to her meticulous surroundings. “It spills into everything I do. In any movie or film that I act in, I want to be involved in anything that defines my character, big or small.” This unwavering tenacity has obviously paid off for Fan, who was born in Qingdao, a coastal city in northeastern China. She ranked No. 5 on Forbes magazine’s list of the world’s highest-paid actresses in 2016 — earning an estimated 17 million USD — beating out the likes of Amy Adams, Julia Roberts and Charlize Theron, and is one of the few players in her age range that can boast to having starred in more than 90 films.

Fan’s momentum isn’t stopping anytime soon.

She recently graced the cover of Time for a story that is part of the magazine’s feature on China’s influence on the global film industry, and she can be seen next in The King’s Daughter, a soonto-be-released English-language film that also stars Pierce Brosnan and William Hurt.

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her films. For example, in her record-breaking, self-produced 2014 TV series, The Empress of China, she played legendary ruler Wu Zetian and wore more than 260 costumes, which she hand-picked over the course of one season, many of them detailed re-creations from the Tang dynasty. The series, which cost more than 300 million yuan to create, is one of China’s most expensive productions, involving some 3,000 costumes and her collaboration with countless writers and directors to ensure that it would be a ratings giant. As a producer of the series, she dealt with budgets and staffing; as its star, she focused on presenting Chinese culture through the right historical lens.

“For me, it’s all about rediscovering Orientalism because a lot of Asians and Westerners seem to appreciate this,” says Fan, noting that the dragon robe she co-designed and wore to the 63rd Cannes Film Festival, in 2010, received plenty of international coverage.

As well, a trio of contracts — from L’Oréal, Louis Vuitton and Cartier — came her way. “In wearing that robe to the red carpet, I wanted to give ancient [Chinese] motifs a more modern twist and have everyone learn more about my heritage, and it was appreciated in ways that I could never imagine. [And] although I love

wearing Valentino and Elie Saab, [creating my own Cannes outfit] made me feel like I could create a collection of my own — if the right opportunity were to present itself.”

For I Am Not Madame Bovary — which won the prestigious and coveted International Critics’ Prize at the Toronto International Film Festival — Fan immersed herself in the particulars of the plot, reading about a time when inequality was par for the course for many women. Set in rural China, the film — seen as her best performance to date — cast her as Li Xuelian, a villager who spends a decade fighting the Chinese government to have her fake divorce annulled, so she can remarry her cheating husband and then divorce him for real. In her role as an unfairly treated scorned woman, Fan brought so much confidence to the table that it was evident she was drawing from her own ancestral past. Her father was a singer and her mother a dancer, both forced to cast aside their artistic aspirations during the repressive Cultural Revolution in China. “[In the movie] Li, just like me, continues to look forward, not because she’s ambitious but because she has an innate drive,” says Fan. “This film is an allegory for life. Everything we devote ourselves to should make us learn how to be a better worker or how to exist better as a person.”

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LEFT: Fan Bingbing stars as a woman scorned — and avenged — in I Am Not Madame Bovary.

Photos provided by Well Go USA Entertainment

G R A N D E DA M E With two acclaimed films behind her and seven more on the way, Isabelle Huppert is having the best year of her career At 63, French actress Isabelle Huppert is having the kind of career renaissance that Hollywood biopics are made of. She was nominated for an Oscar this year and recently won a Golden Globe for her tour-de-force performance in Elle, one of the buzziest and most controversial psychological thrillers to come out of France since Last Tango in Paris in 1972. Although Huppert is already credited in more than 100 films, 2017 will be the busiest so far in her career, as she is slated to star in seven movies. She’s also the proud proprietor of a popular art-house movie theatre in Paris called Cinéma Christine 21.

Many actresses in Huppert’s position wouldn’t be so inclined to take part in the amount of projects that she has signed on for, especially since any one of them could potentially mar her almost flawless film legacy.

Yet, the Parisian icon, who has also served as a jury member at Cannes, says she is far too curious about modern cinema to rest easy.

“For me, acting is about the present, not the past,” she says during a stopover in Toronto to promote Elle as well as the drama film Things to Come. “I learn so much on set. I’ve done [work with] many first-time directors and I can’t say I’m confronted [with just] that old way of thinking. We have so many young, interesting people in my profession and I find [that I] have a great deal in common with them.”

In the case of both Elle and Things to Come — two drastically different films that she shot back to back — Huppert felt she needed to see commonalities between the plots

and her characters. In Elle, Huppert plays Michèle Leblanc, a tough-as-nails CEO who endures and overcomes a traumatic assault in ways that most people would regard as highly unconventional. In Things to Come, her character is Nathalie Chazeaux, a philosophy teacher who gets off the grid to visit a former student in rural France after deciding to leave a longtime marriage.

“You find ways to relate to scripts. You have to. It’s your job,” Huppert says. “In both [films], you’ve got women who don’t want to be victims and they both have a sense of humour about the situations they are in. In Elle, Michèle might not take you where you expect to be taken.... She may appear to be insensitive, but she is not afraid. In Things to Come, [Nathalie] also deals with emotion unexpectedly.” In terms of which character Huppert connects to, her preference is clear.

“As a character, Nathalie is lighter in life and that is very important to me. To keep that brightness and never get too heavy is something I strive for. That’s what, for me, makes the film worthwhile. There is such optimism in that character’s world and she must work at it. There is such an openness to her life that I always want to convey.”

Isabelle Huppert portrait by Catherine Delahaye/ SIPA/Newscom; Movie still from Films We Like

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Oscar nominee Isabelle Huppert.

BOTTOM : Huppert in a tour-de-force

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UNCOMPROMISING STYLE With Kate Middleton, Beyoncé and Rachel McAdams as devoted fans, homegrown Smythe is fast becoming our most-talked-about fashion label. By Nancy Won

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h my gosh, I have to show you this picture!” Christie Smythe exclaims, jumping out of her seat and disappearing around a corner in the loft-like studio in Toronto where the eponymous contemporary fashion label she co-founded is based. Her partner, Andrea Lenczner, leans back in her chair and laughs. “I know exactly which picture she’s getting!” A few seconds later, Smythe returns and hands me a worn-around-the-edges 5” x 7” photograph that, judging from the thumbtack-sized punctures at the corners, was hastily pulled off the bulletin board in the studio’s design room. Smiling up at me are two bright-eyed, younger versions of the savvy businesswomen in the room with me. “We were soft and round and unlined [then],” Lenczner jokes. In the photo, their arms are wrapped around each other in what looks like a moment of relief, exhaustion and pure joy all rolled into one.

“That was taken outside of Holt Renfrew, right after they picked up the collection,” Smythe says. “It was a huge moment for us.”

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at the time — was, for Smythe and Lenczner, the first sign they might actually be onto something. “We knew we liked it,” says Lenczner. “But we needed that affirmation.”

It’s been 14 years since that photo was taken, and Smythe and Lenczner have since built one of the most successful fashion businesses in Canada. Known for its focus on figure-flattering, effortlessly chic jackets and blazers, the brand is now sold at major global retailers such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. It has also amassed a slew of notable fans, so much so that SmytheLesVestes.com houses a monthly-updated Smythe Sightings section with photo postings of devotees such as Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid and Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge. The cherry on top for 2017: Smythe is a nominee for the prestigious title of Womenswear Designer of the Year for the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) gala event in April.

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brains behind the brand — designers Andrea Lenczner (left) and Christie Smythe. (Below, clockwise from top left) The Spring 2017 collection — Knot blouse in Sunshine; bell-sleeve blazer; patch-pocket Duchess blazer; washedleather kimono jacket. OPPOSITE PAGE: (From top) Patch-pocket lab coat; Knot blouse in Carbon.

thought fragments pinging back and forth between two individuals and somehow producing totally coherent, considered responses. The only time the partners are at a loss for words is when I ask them to describe their connection. “It’s unconscious and subconscious,” Lenczner replies after a long pause. “It’s hard to articulate.” Smythe (naturally) agrees. “There’s a chemistry there that’s totally effortless. If you were to watch us designing or choosing fabrics, we do actually finish each other’s sentences.”

The two first met in high school and eventually became roommates at McGill University in Montreal, where they shared everything — from notes to lunch to, of course, clothes. “We were in each other’s closets and vintage-shopping together all the time. We had a very vapid relationship over fashion,” recalls Lenczner, laughing. “But we were always dreaming and talking about doing something together. At first, it was opening a store, and then it was a clothing line. But back then, it didn’t seem like a viable career choice.”

That is, until 2004. By then, Smythe had moved to New York and was working in the design office at Gap. She called Lenczner, who was a buyer for Holt Renfrew at the time, to say she was moving back to Toronto. “I called with the intent of luring her [to set up a business],” admits Smythe.

“I knew she was the only person I could ever partner with.”

That 10-minute call would end up being the foundation for their entire business. “We got off the phone knowing that a) we were doing it and b) we were going to do blazers,” says Smythe. “There were no long meetings or laborious business plans. We were just excited to get started.”

At the time, it wasn’t common for a fashion label to focus exclusively on a particular product category, but the two women had identified a niche in an otherwise crowded marketplace. The premium denim craze was at its height — 7 For All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity and True Religion were all that every woman wanted to wear then — and there were no great stand-alone blazer options for ladies.

“There was no [womenswear] equivalent to a man’s sport jacket,” says Lenczner. “All you could do was take the top of a Theory or a Tahari suit.” But business opportunity aside, the partners were both believers in the make-or-break power of a really great jacket. “There’s

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“There’s a chemistry there that’s totally effortless. If you were to watch us designing or choosing fabrics, we do actually finish each other’s sentences.”

a transformative quality to a blazer,” notes Smythe. “At McGill, you could be in your pajamas, but if you put an amazing jacket overtop, suddenly you have your own little Reality Bites moment.”

For Smythe and Lenczner, the goal has always been to design from a lifestyle perspective. “We’ve never created a collection based on a theme,” says Smythe. “We always start with what we want in our own lives and in our own closets.” And because no woman can be build a wardrobe on jackets alone, the Smythe brand expanded its product categories to include pants, suiting, apparel and, most recently, knitwear. “We did it for our own amusement,” Lenczner says with a shrug. “We wanted to flex our muscle and keep ourselves interested. We had this file folder of design ideas, but we’d always said, ‘No, that’s a dress, we’re jackets.’ Then one day, we were like, ‘Why the hell not?’ I don’t know why we were holding ourselves back.”

The partners don’t, however, design with full outfits in mind. “We never did and we still don’t. No one shops like that!” says Lenczner. “It’s more like a bunch of items put together — kind of like your actual closet!”

It’s a refreshingly practical approach that has helped Smythe become one of the most in-demand Canadian fashion brands out there. Take for example, their now-iconic Duchess blazer. A fitted, one-button wool topper with peaked lapels and cinched waist, the style became an international sensation in 2011, when Kate Middleton wore it during her royal visit to Canada. Inquiries and orders for the blazer immediately went through the roof, and while the Kate effect is certainly real, there’s no denying the allure of the signature Smythe fit. “We always take a classic style and then tweak it in our own way,” says Lenczner, “like moving the shoulder placement in or out, raising the front button or narrowing the arms.” Adds Smythe, “Those little moves of a couple of inches here and there make such a difference to the silhouette and [in] creating a lean shape.” The Smythe spring 2017 collection is packed with similarly flattering styles, including an elegant bell-sleeved blazer, a quilted bomber cropped just so, a threequarter-sleeve jacket for a flash of forearm, plus a modified Duchess in a summery gingham print (we think Kate will approve).

With so much going on these days — the company just launched e-commerce this spring — I wonder aloud if they ever need a fashion break. Turns out they find creative respite at home. And, by “home,” they mean home décor. “Every time we’re in each other’s houses, we’re constantly re-merchandising and moving things around,” says Smythe, whose style Lenczner describes as “eclectic,” with lots of mixed prints, patterns and colours. “You don’t do that with your friends?” Lenczner, the décor minimalist of the two, asks me. She’s genuinely surprised when I tell her no. “Really? You should! We have so much fun going into each other’s houses and being like, move this, do that.” She pauses. “I guess it’s another way for us to use our kindred chemistry….” Then, as if on cue, Smythe chimes in and they both say at the same time, “But not for work.”

Mind-melds, apparently, aren’t just a 9-to-5 thing.

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11 01 Embracing the various shades of khaki at Sonia Rykiel 02 Sophia Webster butterfly leather flats, $455, thebay.com 03 Prada sunglasses, approximately $430, sunglasshut.com 04 Marc Cain leather belt, $110, Marc Cain stores 05 Tiffany & Co Hardware 18-karat-gold graduated chain-link earrings, price upon request, tiffany.com 06 Truffaux Jackie Brown hat, approximately $515, truffaux.com 07 COS multifunctional strapless jumpsuit, $225, cosstores.com 08 Coach 1941 calf-leather Rogue tote, $1,145, coach.com 09 J.Crew double-breasted tuxedo jacket, $688, jcrew.com 10 Anderson’s calfskin belt, $195, harryrosen.com 11 Thomas Pink Prestige slim-fit shirt, $225, thebay.com 12 Tiger of Sweden silk tie, $119, thebay.com 13 WANT Les Essentiels leather foldable folio, $675, wantlesessentiels.com 14 G-Star Straight Rake jeans, $180, thebay.com 15 Dressedup denim at Michael Kors 16 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Deep Black watch, $14,000, omegawatches.com 17 WANT Les Essentiels leather Derby shoe, $495, wantlesessentiels.com

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NOW TRENDING This year’s forecast for home interiors is all over the map — in a good way. From Pantone’s colour of the year to what’s trending in kitchen cabinetry, wall and floor coverings and décor, here’s how to give your living space a chic, style-forward update. By Amanda Eaton

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P OWE R P L A N T Decorating with houseplants continues to grow, literally. The scene is all about green — from climbing, trailing varieties and sculptural succulents to striking banana plants and olive trees. Plant any tree in a cylindrical pot for a showstopper focal point. Amp up the drama by doubling up with a pair of potted trees.

TROPICAL PUNCH For statement-making design, think really big. Go for oversized palmpattern wallpaper. Bold foliage and knockout florals give a room a grand sense of space. Wild Thing wallpaper, from $9 per square foot.

Flavor Paper, flavorpaper.com.

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03 T E C H N IC A L LY S PE A K I N G… Nowadays, it’s all about the voice-activated smart-home personal assistant. Acting as control centre for all of your smart-home gadgets, the Alexa is always on stand-by, “listening” and waiting to be activated. A simple command from you — say, “Play a song from Spotify” or “Dim the lights” — and the device quickly kicks into gear. Alexa, enabled by Amazon Echo Dot, $129. amazon.ca

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04 N OW WE ’ RE C O O K I N G Update your kitchen with a wow-factor range that picks up on the recent trend in kitchen appliances — away from years of industriallook stainless steel and on to versatile mattefinish colours and clever panelling that blends seamlessly into the cabinetry. ILVE Majestic 48-inch range, Antique White with Bronze Trim, $23,599. Luwa Luxury Products, luwaluxury.com.

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06 05 S M A RT DE C O Save on surface space with the handcrafted, customized wall-mounted DecoPod. This Art Deco–inspired display cabinet provides a striking eclectic focal point and the perfect storage solution, be it for liquor and wines, drink ware or personal valuables. DecoPod, $3,300.

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G R E E N DAY Every year, the Pantone Color Institute unveils the hue that reflects our cultural climate. This year’s colour — Greenery — is as refreshing as it is powerful.

Customize it by incorporating elements of this palette in accents throughout your home. Pantone “Greenery” 15-0343.

The Motus kitchen by Scavolini, designed

by Vittore, is part of a custom open-plan living/dining space. Sleek and contemporary, it marries functionality with elegance and enhances the pleasure of cooking and dining with family and friends. Shown in matte iron grey and white lacquer quartzite. dekla.ca

09 TEXTURAL DELIGHT Accessorize your space by layering up interesting textures and stylish patterns.

Lounging is in the forefront with cozy pillows and throws in sumptuous velvets and luxe linens, inspired prints and faux furs and sheepskins. Icelandic sheepskin throw, $389, CB2.

07 LIGHT UP Opt for a unique design sensibility in your home with sleek light fixtures that combine high-tech features with high style. Metal finishes include copper, bronze and brass. Bon Jour Unplugged table lamp from FLOS, $295. Kiosk, kioskdesign. ca. Arpont floor lamp, $1,095. Elte, elte.com.

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THE BIG PICTURE Guided by the greatest visionaries of our time, esteemed Canadian photographer Gabor Jurina makes his mark. By Juliette Lie Baxter

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o witness fashion photographer Gabor Jurina working on set is to peek into a world that resembles a golden age of collaborative image-making.

Like so many acclaimed photographers of the past — luminaries like Helmet Newton, Guy Bourdan and Herb Ritts, who were known for prioritizing connecting with their subjects — Jurina isn’t caught up solely in the technicalities of a shoot. His concerns are multi-layered, as are his soulful images. In fact, the London, Ontario–raised, Los Angeles–based lensman often prepares for his sessions by having informal private chats with his subjects.

This jovial approach has made him fast friends with models like Jessica Stam and actresses like Meghan Markle.

Beyond the social benefits, the rapport Jurina builds while on set often ends up organically translated onto the camera. Smiles captured in stunning photo moments are generated by jokes he tells mid-snap, and pensive poses are the result of thoughtful chats he initiates in between lighting changes. What also enhances Jurina’s craft is the fact that he completely immerses himself in whatever location he’s in. Whether it’s taking a dip in the turquoise waters fringing Bora Bora during a shoot break or accompanying a model to the top of an active volcano, his M.O. is to soak in every inch of his environment before he pulls focus. He’ll even try on clothing to be photographed

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on a model, just so he can see how the garment moves before he takes pictures of it. That visual empathy is what he sees as his upper hand. “I see myself as more of a director who creates a world or an experience that people want to be a part of,” he explains. “I always want to make myself part of the process instead of just capturing [images].”

A strong belief in the importance of sustaining the energy of a location — and the team he is working with — has clearly made Jurina one of the most successful photographers in the country for more than 20 years. At the beginning of his career, clients such as Holt Renfrew, Harry magazine and FASHION magazine grew accustomed to his mastery of the art of creating a comfortable work atmosphere in his 2,200-square-foot studio in Toronto, which he still uses for his Canadian photo shoots. The expansive space features an innovative elevated cube, crafted by 3rd Uncle Design, which conceals Jurina’s personal living area and keeps models and artists focused on the work at hand and, in the case of guests, on relaxation.

From his choice of music (be it the soundtrack of A Single Man, Lana Del Rey remixes or Ryuichi Sakamoto compositions) to his selection of tea (Mariages Frères, naturally), Jurina demonstrates an insouciant ability to foster an ambience that jump-starts creativity.

It’s in his Toronto home/studio where he photographed Canadian runway darlings Coco Rocha and Daria Werbowy when they were >

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LEFT: Model Marie-Eve Nadeau is snapped by Gabor Jurina in Eleuthera in the Bahamas for a shoot styled by his longtime collaborator, Susie Sheffman.

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“I see myself as more of a director who creates a world or an experience that people want to be a part of,”

still up-and-comers in search of the shoot that would catapult them to New York or Paris and on to supermodel-dom. And it’s his acumen that has earned him the trust of some of the world’s most famous women. Taylor Swift was photographed by Jurina before the launch of her megahit album, 1989, in which he reimagined her as a woman worthy of wearing high fashion — and not only high-waisted jeans. Rihanna came to Jurina when she was positioning herself as crossover R&B/pop artist and moving into style-icon status.

Jurina’s status among celebrities has culled plenty of clickbait to fuel his reputation. However, it’s the craftsmanship of haute couture that’s the fire starter for his imagination — say, an appliquéd gown from Gucci or an embroidered jupe (jacket) from Prada. “In art school, I didn’t hang out with the photography department. I hung out with the fashion students,” says Jurina. While his classmates were preoccupied with Farrah Fawcett’s blond tresses and buxom bod, Jurina was fine-tuning his visual intuitiveness by watching classic films starring Katharine Hepburn, for example, garbed in her vanguard adaptation of menswear, and Audrey Hepburn, who defined understated luxury via Hubert de Givenchy.

Jurina’s love of bold and distinctive images of femininity has earned him accolades from the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) and the National Magazine Awards Foundation, alongside magazine cover assignments. The feather in his cap that attracts industry heavy hitters is his “representation versus objectification” philosophy of portraying women in pictures. “Sex is not my motivating raison d’être and I think that has helped me in many >

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strikes a pensive pose in Bora Bora island. OPPOSITE PAGE: (Top) model Natalya Piro on a fashion shoot for Palm Beach Illustrated magazine; a grown-up Taylor Swift.

ways,” he says. “I’m driven more by beauty. And I’m not saying that sex isn’t beautiful. I’m just not drawn to showing the animal instincts of pure sexuality. I try to tell a story and bring out the strength of character of the women I work with.”

This is a cue likely taken from his ardency for Italian fashion photographer Paolo Roversi who has shot portraits of Icelandic singer and lyricist Björk, actor and award-winning chameleon Tilda Swinton and iconic parisienne muse Inès de la Fressange (there isn’t a hint of a Kardashian or a Hadid in his portfolio) with a delicacy that still manages to punctuate their fierceness.

Similarly, whether in Nicaragua, photographing a global nomad poised on the edge of Masaya Volcano, or shooting a model in Harajuku-inspired sculptural clothing against the backdrop of the Arts District in downtown Miami, Jurina is committed to weaving a graphic narrative wherein the subject is always shown as empowered.

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who value his visual instinct, Jurina’s close encounters of the celebrity kind have also led to kinship, most notably with actor and philanthropist Meghan Markle, who recurrently handpicks him to shoot her for retail and editorial campaigns. Last year, Markle personally asked Jurina to accompany her to Rwanda to document her visit in her role as a World Vision Global Ambassador. “She was so thankful that I went, but I was so much more thankful for the experience,” says Jurina. “I witnessed such extraordinary gratitude and grace, in the absence of modern conveniences and trappings, which are so easy to forget in everyday life.”

In Rwanda, curiosity and open hearts gifted him with willing subjects when he arrived, he says. “[That] trip had everything to do with capturing a strength of character and perseverance, and I hope my photos show the nobility of what I saw.” He pauses, then crystallizes into words his motivation for any photo he takes, whether it’s in a far-f lung remote locale or in a downtown studio replete with modern accoutrements. “When I talk about representing beauty, it has to have a quality that breaks my heart…but not in a sad way — rather, in the best and most joyful way possible.”

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THE FLICK THAT HE’LL NEVER FORGET: In the Mood for Love, directed by Wong Kar-wai. “He embodied every possible human emotion in one movie. The more you watch it, the more you appreciate it.”

HIS IT POOL: At The Raleigh Hotel in Miami. In his own Instagram words — #heavenisaplaceonearth.

THIS PAGE: (Top right) A photograph from his World Vision trip to Rwanda with actor Meghan Markle. (Left) Jurina’s sunny Toronto studio is an ode to modern design. On the wall is his photo of a stylized Yves Saint Laurent figure. Studio photo: Dave Picard. (Below) Gabor Jurina. OPPOSITE PAGE: Model Rachel Alexander perched on a tree in Nicaragua.

HIS IT HOTEL: Surprise, The Raleigh in Miami. “It’s like walking back in time, when discretion and privacy was a virtue.”

THE CAFÉ HE DOES, BUT KIND OF DOESN’T, WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT: Müvész Kávéház, in Budapest, Hungary, where he typically orders espresso with a hint of milk.

THE TRAINERS THAT GIVE HIM LIFT-OFF ON SET AND BEYOND: Nike Air Max 95.

He’s been through at least 20 pairs over the years, mostly in grey and neon green.

THE SCENT THAT DEFINES HIM: Green Irish Tweed by Creed, infamously worn by Cary Grant, who, along with Gene Kelly, is one of Jurina’s male icons. “I know I can live in the past, but I think it’s so important to know what came before you.”

HIS DREAM SET OF WHEELS: To match his high-fashion persona, a well-suited love of a retro-classic roadster — the 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV 2000.

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“When I talk about representing beauty, it has to have a quality that breaks my heart…but not in a sad way — rather, in the best and most joyful way possible.”

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EPIC ECHOES 33 songs, 10 symphony orchestras, 3 years in the making, 1 Emmywinning producer — soprano Eleanor McCain is playing against all odds to create the greatest moment of her life. By Sarah Daniel

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hat do you do if you have an idea so ambitious and massive in scale that most music industry execs would likely tell you it’s impossible to realize? If you’re Eleanor McCain, you make it happen. The classically trained singer, philanthropist and heiress to the McCain Foods fortune has already recorded six albums and is a seasoned performer, but her latest project — True North: The Canadian Songbook, a musical and visual tribute to mark the country’s sesquicentennial — is by far her biggest undertaking yet. In fact, McCain’s perseverance is reminiscent of American socialite and opera singer Florence Foster Jenkins, the subject of this year’s Oscar-nominated biopic who tuned out critics and refused to take no for an answer when it came to her career. But McCain is not Jenkins; for one, the woman can sing, belting out ballads with an impressive vocal range. On True

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North, she covers some of Canada’s most beloved pop, folk and rock tunes reimagined by 10 different orchestras. The double album comes with a bilingual coffee-table book that includes portraits of her wearing bespoke gowns by Canadian designers like Lucian Matis, Mikael D and Greta Constantine, with jaw-dropping landscapes like Iqaluit, Nunavut, Cape Spear in Newfoundland, and Banff ’s Lake Minnewanka as backdrops. There is also an epic documentary in the works, a fundraiser and a concert series that will see McCain travelling across the country.

When we meet on a grey February afternoon at her home, in Toronto’s Lawrence Park, I prepare for a chaotic welcome from her treasured pets — Amy, a black Lab, and Audrey, a King Charles spaniel (McCain’s music label is Retriever Records, and both dogs are mentioned in the production credits for True North) — but it’s not until quite a while later that they wander over to sniff me to say hello. McCain’s jeans are neatly

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OPPOSITE PAGE: Eleanor McCain in Banff National Park, by Lake Minnewanka, wearing a Mikael D gown. Photo: Tony Hauser.

“I love it that as Canadians we’re very modest. But this is a time when we should rethink that. Much has been said of the American songbook, but it’s time for us to recognize we have a Canadian songbook.”

tucked into riding boots, and her eyeglasses are pushed up, doubling as a headband for her blond hair, which is pulled back loosely into a low ponytail. She offers me chocolate from a half-finished box nearby and mentions that she stopped by a Tim Hortons earlier. She laughs often and is, at times, self-deprecating. In her own words, she’s a fan of cheesy love songs and is a New Brunswick girl at heart.

McCain grew up in the town of Florenceville, the youngest of four children, and has been singing since she was a toddler. After watching a Broadway performance of the musical Annie, she was hooked. Her mother, Margaret — the former Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick — played piano and the organ in their local church.

McCain’s late father, Wallace, who founded the French-fry empire with his brother Harrison, didn’t share his wife’s musical talents. He was tone deaf, says McCain. “Whenever we went to church growing up, he’d look at the hymn book, but he wouldn’t actually sing,” she recalls. But what her father lacked in melodic might, he made up for in support, accompanying her to meetings and helping her with the business side of her career. “I think it was intriguing to him that I was involved in music,” says McCain. And Wallace no doubt would have loved his daughter’s upcoming project.

“My father was a very proud Canadian.”

McCain’s project is timely, not just because of the birthday festivities this year, but also because these days, it’s difficult not to feel grateful and patriotic in light of everything happening south of the border. Still, as love letters pour in from our geographical neighbours, and international media fawn over

our prime minister and his progressive policies (take Justin and Sophie’s spread in Vogue or The Economist cover story last fall: “Liberty moves north, Canada’s example to the world”), we haven’t been the best cheerleaders when it comes to celebrating our own country’s merits — including our homegrown musicians.

McCain thinks that should change. “I love it that as Canadians we’re very modest.

But this is a time when we should rethink that. Much has been said of the American songbook, but it’s time for us to recognize we have a Canadian songbook.”

The idea to pay homage to some of the country’s best songwriters and orchestras came to her three years ago. With an abundance of talent, narrowing down the songs was the first challenge. Her original list of a dozen tracks nearly tripled during the selection process, resulting in 32 classics by everyone, from Buffy Sainte-Marie (the Academy Award–winning “Up Where We Belong” that she wrote for An Officer and a Gentleman) and Roch Voisine (“I’ll Always Be There”) to Bryan Adams (“Run to You”) and one of McCain’s biggest influences, k.d. lang (“Constant Craving”). But with the music industry changing and CDs having long fallen out of favour, McCain felt she needed something more to bring to the table, literally.

That’s where the complementary book came in — an idea from her daughter, Laura, then 12 years old, who happened to be a fan of One Direction and 5 Seconds of Summer at the time. “She was obsessed with [those bands] and would pretty much buy anything by them, so she bought two CDs,” says McCain. Though

Laura never actually listened to the songs, McCain says her daughter bought the CDs because they came with collector’s books. Now a teenager, Laura, who takes guitar lessons in between classes and volleyball practice at Havergal College in Toronto, made her recording debut as one of the guest artists on True North, singing with the Saskatoon Children’s Choir. It did take a little convincing from her mom, though — by text message, of course. “It said, ‘Laura, you don’t have a choice.

You’re singing these two lines. It’s only 10 seconds of your life,’ ” recalls McCain.

Another track that stands out to McCain is the sole original song, co-written with Emmy Award winner Don Breithaupt, who produced True North. When he told McCain about the title “I Can See Hope from Here,” inspired by the view from his family’s Georgian Bay cottage, McCain said, “Well, that would be perfect because obviously, I went through some stuff that year.” The “stuff ” was her highly publicized split from second husband and former Toronto Symphony Orchestra CEO Jeff Melanson, which has turned into an acrimonious court battle.

Perhaps that’s why McCain took on a project of this scale, throwing herself into the detailed planning, multiple recording sessions, photo shoots and cross-country flights required to pull it all off. Whatever the catalyst, True North is a tour de force. And McCain hopes Canadians who see the finished product will have the very same realization she had about this country. “My gosh, we really do have so much to be proud of.”

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TREASURE TROVE Sotheby’s auctions do more than offer treasured pieces of the past to the world. They also track trends connected to the future’s most meaningful objects. By Rhonda Riche

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n the past decade, the contemporary arts scene has exploded. New fairs, biennials and exhibition spaces beget even more fairs, biennales and exhibition spaces. It’s an expanding world, driven as much by the passion of savvy, diehard collectors and the acumen of business-minded people who view art investment as a haven in uncertain times.

On the other side of the coin is the art-auction scene, which is more of a mirror that reflects our culture and the way we want to live. It’s also a world dictated by the tastes of collectors, both those who are buying and those who are selling.

“Markets change. People’s tastes are different now,” notes C. Hugh Hildesley, executive vice-president of senior business development for Sotheby’s. “Pop culture has had a tremendous impact. My background is European ‘old master’ painting, but Picasso and Warhol are old masters now.”

Likewise, the definition of “treasure” is also being rewritten. While collectors are still savvy enough to appreciate pieces that appreciate in value, they also want their investments to be meaningful. Case in point: the Pablo Picasso ceramics collection of Lord and Lady Attenborough.

According to Hildesley, one of the most appealing things about it is the story behind Lord Attenborough’s passion for Picasso pottery.

“Attenborough was a very specific collector,” says Hildesley of the late British actor and Oscar-winning director. Richard Attenborough discovered the Picasso ceramics in 1954 while on holiday in the south of

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France. He would then treat himself to a new piece as a birthday present every year. It is said he loved his ceramics so much that he would select several to take with him on vacation. The Attenboroughs started the collection as “a passion, not as an investment,” notes Hildesley. Initially, the pieces were inexpensive — a souvenir ashtray was his first purchase, reportedly for a mere £3. Picasso was a prolific artist, and for investors, the ceramics from his Blue Period were the most desirable. His whimsical pots were, on paper, valued at somewhere around the same price as his prints, maybe less so, according to Hildesley. “But ceramics have gone up in value,” he says, “[and] later-period Picasso [pieces, too].”

At auction in November 2016, the Attenborough collection was expected to bring in a total of £1.5 million ($2.4 million) for the 67 lots. It sold for some £3 million ($4.8 million).

Currently, Picasso is considered a “slow-growth” artist, as is Andy Warhol. While some of their masterpieces are seen as unattainable, both artists had long careers and worked in many types of art media, making the prices of their multiple and single works from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s much lower than their potential value.

“Warhol is the backbone of art today,” says Hildesley. “Most of contemporary Chinese art is influenced by Warhol. He was the Rembrandt or Picasso of his era. Warhol will always stand the test of time.”

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recalls a recent record-setting auction for Warhol’s Orange Marilyn. “It went for more than 100 million — more than a Rubens, almost nearly as much as a Cézanne,” he says. Again, there were several reasons the painting did so well, but the convergence of pop culture and sheer beauty can’t be ignored. “You have the subject, Marilyn Monroe,” Hildesley says of the iconic star, who had a resurgence with the 2011 film My Week with Marilyn, starring Michelle Williams, and Vanity Fair magazine’s special issue in April 2016, celebrating what would have been Monroe’s 90th year of life. “Warhol himself is an icon,” Hildesley adds.

Last November, Sotheby’s held an auction of the most important pieces from the personal art collection of David Bowie, who died in January 2016. The British singer-songwriter’s assemblage of artworks, led by Jean-Michel Basquiat’s magnificent Air Power painting, included other noteworthy objects, such as a 1960s stereo cabinet designed by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Estimated to sell for £1,200 ($1,950), the cabinet sold for a hammer price of £257,000 ($419,000), including buyer’s premium.

Besides the provenance factor — the names Basquiat and Castiglioni command attention, after all — what makes the artworks in Bowie’s collection even more powerful is their connection to Bowie the man, and the fact that they influenced Bowie the artist makes them priceless. For those who purchase art, timing too is important. It’s worth noting that the latter half of the 20th century holds a nostalgic appeal for the new generation of bidders. At the same time, more collections from that era are coming to market.

Hildesley points to another interesting aspect of private collections for auction — determining how much the pieces in a collection are worth. That’s what drives an auction, he says, which is, in a way, “a discovery show.”

He cites the case of the estate of Deborah Cavendish, Dowager Duchess of Devonshire, who died at age 94 in September 2014. She was the youngest of the six eccentric Mitford sisters who were a source of fascination for royalty watchers. The duchess left her heirs an extensive, eclectic collection of diverse objects, ranging from a rare first edition of Brideshead Revisited (a gift to her from the author), some Cartier >

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“Warhol is the backbone of art today. “Most of contemporary Chinese art is influenced by Warhol. He was the Rembrandt or Picasso of his era. Warhol will always stand the test of time.”

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PAGE 51: The audience taking in the Bowie/Collector auction. THIS PAGE: Lot 11, Bauerngarten (Blumengarten) by Gustav Klimt from an important Private Collection, oil on canvas, 1907, estimate upon request.

OPPOSITE PAGE: (From top) Some of the masterpieces up for auction during the Contemporary Art Evening Sale in New York; Lot 27, Liz #3 (Early Coloured Liz)

by Andy Warhol from an Important European Collection, silkscreen ink and acrylic on canvas, 1963, sold for $31,525,000. All images courtesy of Sotheby’s.

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jewellery and artworks — and plenty of Elvis Presley memorabilia, amassed over the years when she became an avid fan after his death in 1977. Much of it belonged in the kitsch category — plaster busts of “the King” and souvenirs from Graceland, including a novelty phone that “rang” by playing “Jailhouse Rock” and reportedly drove one of her sons “absolutely bats” because she was constantly on the phone. Unsure of what to do with the collection, her heirs kept only the items that had sentimental value to them and consigned the rest to Sotheby’s for auction, saying the duchess would have been “very amused” to see her treasures offered to the public.

For his part, Hildesley has a personal collection of ‘old master’ drawings, that is, “interesting” ones, he notes. “I like things that are challenging and amusing, [and] everything I’ve collected has gone up in value.” He feels lucky to be surrounded by treasures at work as well. As someone who has been with Sotheby’s for 55 years, Hildesley never knows when a “star” auction piece is coming in. “That’s what keeps us going,” he says.

So, what’s the takeaway if you’re a collector looking to gain more focus — and perhaps value — in your acquisitions? Hildesley’s advice: Invest in objects you feel a connection with. Though aware of the financial value of their collections, Attenborough, Bowie and the duchess all bought their treasures essentially because they “liked” them, says Hildesley.

If you have a good eye, you’ll end up with a valuable piece of art with a potentially fantastic financial return. But what’s more important is that you’ve purchased something that makes you happy.

And living with art is in itself an excellent emotional investment.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: From “A Life in Art: Lord and Lady Attenborough Collection,” Pablo Picasso’s ceramic sculptures. Oiseau au ver terre de faience ashtray, 1952, estimate, £1,000-£2,000, sold for £4,000. Aux femmes nues terre de faience grand vase, numbered 8/25, 26 inches, 1950, estimate, £250,000-£350,000, sold for £728,750. A complete set of 8 terre de faience dishes, each numbered 46/50, 1959, estimate, £30,000-£50,000, sold for £125,000. A radio-phonograph Model No. RR126,

by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Brionvega, 1966, estimate, £800-£1,200, sold for £257,000. All images, courtesy of Sotheby’s.

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ABOVE: Lot 22, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Air Power, signed, titled and dated 1984 (on the reverse), acrylic and oil slick on canvas, estimate £2,50,000-£3,50,000, sold for £7,093,000

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THE GREAT CANADIAN ESCAPE These four awe-inspiring weekend getaways from city to country are rejuvenating, indulgent and Instagram-worthy. No filter required. By Doug Wallace

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t’s no surprise that Canada is trending on travel bucket lists this year — as we celebrate the nation’s 150th birthday, Canada has been heralded by some of the world’s most respected travel publications as a top travel destination for 2017.

Let this be your year to discover the 49th parallel’s hidden gems.

R O C KY M O U N TA I N FOOTHILLS, AB Calgarians are well versed at getting out of the city thanks to the plethora of outdoor adventures and the iconic Canadian Rockies so near by. Happily, your tantalizing weekend getaway is no more than an hour away.

Itinerary Head southwest along the Cowboy

Trail, near Priddis, and on to the Azuridge

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Estate Hotel, where luxury life in welcome seclusion awaits you in one of 13 rooms.

The boutique hotel is best known for the personalized service of its four butlers, who will cater to whims you never even knew you had. When it’s time to explore, head south to the twin towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley for a wander through Branch Market & Studio for cool souvenir gifts and local wares, possibly a shake at Marv’s Classic Soda Shop or a tasting at Eau Claire Distillery, the first independent craft distillery in Alberta. Closer to the hotel, the hamlet of Bragg Creek on Elbow River is also good for a little shopping and perhaps a pit stop at the new Bragg Creek Brewing Company.

Must-Do Dive into fish tacos, po’ boys or ribs at The Westwood café in Black Diamond, which started life as a food truck.

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Take-Home Hit the Makers and Growers Guild, a new farmers’ market starting up in Black Diamond this summer, and load up the trunk with the full-on freshness of local produce.

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TOP: A scenic view of Canada’s legendary Rocky Mountains. LEFT: The Azuridge Estate Hotel. RIGHT: A private helicopter ride for whale watching. BELOW: The pastoral pool at Le Germain Hotel Charlevoix.

Charlevoix is Quebec’s best-kept secret — a pastoral playground of rolling hills, arts and culture, guilty culinary pleasures and quaint inns .

Itinerary From Quebec City, take a cab to Montmorency Falls, then get on Le Train, which will take you on a romantic two-hour trip along the St. Lawrence coastline right to the front door of Le Germain Hotel Charlevoix. The hotel’s Foodies Package includes time at their divine Spa du Verger. Regional cuisine throughout Charlevoix is both plentiful and delicious, as are the craft beers and apple cider.

In Baie-Saint-Paul, the galleries and boutiques will keep you occupied for hours, and the cafés — including Le Café des Artistes and L’Orange Bistro — will keep you fortified. It’s worth scheduling your visit around the 35th Contemporary Art Symposium, on throughout August. In La Malbaie, pop into the lobby bar of Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu before trying your luck at the tables at Casino de Charlevoix next door. Dinner plans need to include the Auberge des 3 Canards — and do have the duck.

Must-Do Take a helicopter ride with Héli-Charlevoix — from 20 to 300 kilometres — to fly over parkland, canyons and riverside to check out the Charlevoix meteor crater or to watch for whales.

Take-Home Organic lavender from Azulée, a farm outside Baie-Saint-Paul, comes in many forms, including essential oil, lip balm, soap and honey. >

Photos: Azuridge, Emily Exon; Helicopter, Héli-Charlevoix Tour

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Photos: Ferry, Andrew Strain/Destination B.C.; Halfmoon Bay, Sunshine Coast Tourism/Regan; Vineyard, Ontario Travel

S U N S H I N E C OA S T, B C A trip up the Sunshine Coast highway yields staggering vistas, luxury glamping, little-known destinations, local colour — and pure Canadiana. The ferry ride helps break things up a bit.

Itinerary Drive from Vancouver to Horse-

shoe Bay, then hop on the ferry to Langdale.

Carry on to the town of Gibsons for fish and chips at Molly’s Reach restaurant of The Beachcombers fame. Gibsons has a brand-new public market you can hit if the car snacks need replenishing. Forty-five minutes later, you’re checking into a luxe tenthouse suite at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort and booking the signature massage and a private yoga class. A pre-dinner stroll along the forest

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boardwalk will help melt away city cares.

For a change of scenery — and pace — reserve a spot at the Upper Deck Restaurant at nearby Secret Cove Marina for the fresh seafood and the romantic view. On the return trip, stop by the 11-acre farmbased Persephone Brewing Company to see what’s on tap and to catch live music on weekend afternoons.

Must-Do Detour up Cypress Bowl Road toward Cypress Mountain ski resort, but pull over at the rest stop halfway up to drink in the Vancouver view.

Take-Home Goodies by Éminence Organic Skin Care, the Rockwater spa’s preferred line of products from Hungary.

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PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON Niagara is stunning and Muskoka is magnificent, but you’re heading east on the 401 to Prince Edward County — near Belleville, Ontario — for wining, dining and sun shining.

Itinerary Check into either the Drake Devon-

shire Inn in Wellington or the boutique B&B Maison Depoivre just outside Bloomfield. Both are gorgeous and comfortable. The Drake’s kitchen is a County highlight for brunch and dinner, as is East and Main Bistro, just around the corner. Closer to the community of Hillier, indulging in a wood-fired pizza on the deck at Norman Hardie Winery is pure heaven.

Carve out time for the scenery on the County’s east side with drinks at The Inn at Lake on the Mountain, stopping at Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Co. to pick up picnic fixings. If you need a retail hit, pop into Kokito for fun gifts and homewares on your way through Bloomfield.

And if the weather works, a beach afternoon at Sandbanks Provincial Park is one well spent.

Must-Do Learn how to prepare a seasonal themed meal at From the Farm Cooking School, then sit down with your fellow chefs to enjoy it.

Take-Home Wine! There are at least 40 winer-

ies here, so map out your route in advance. This is pinot noir country, but there are also amazing chardonnays and pinot gris.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Sun drenched passengers on a Vancouver ferry. An Ontario vineyard basks in the sunset. The owner’s suite at the Drake Devonshire. A stunning aeiral view of Halfmoon Bay Pier.

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VIVA NICARAGUA Exploring Central America’s most luxurious secret. By Wing Sze Tang

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s far back as 1866, Mark Twain was waxing poetic about Nicaragua’s lush rainforests and spectacular volcanoes crowned by billowy clouds. But the destination has remained Central America’s least tourist-trodden. Known for its pastel-hued colonial architecture and sleepy beach towns, Nicaragua has been lauded largely by thrifty backpackers and surf seekers — until now.

With Mukul Resort, Golf & Spa marking the start of a luxury travel scene in the country, word is finally getting out to off-the-grid jet-setters. Mukul — Mayan for “secret” — is Nicaragua’s first five-star resort, luring the likes of Beyoncé, Madonna and Michael Fassbender to the stunning Emerald Coast. Set in the 1,670-acre private community of Guacalito de la Isla, this $250-million oceanside haven is the dream-come-true of Carlos Pellas, scion of the Flor de Caña rum empire and the country’s first billionaire. Mukul’s doors opened in 2013, and with the recent launch of Costa Esmeralda Airport — a joint venture between Pellas and the Nicaraguan government — the resort’s guests are now just a 15-minute drive from touchdown to check-in. >

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Resort Photos by: Ryan Forbes; Ken Kochey; Roberto Valle; Marianna Jamadi all courtesy of Mukul Resort

Accommodations at Mukul range from the traditional, albeit over-the-top posh, to the playful — 12 one- and twobedroom villas mere steps from the beach, and 23 treehousestyle bohíos perched atop a cliff. All come with private plunge pools, hammocks or daybeds for chilling outdoors, and a butler at the beck and call of guests. Vacationing extended families or those travelling with social entourages can reserve the newly built five-bedroom Casa Madera, which sits on 13,000 square feet of prime beachfront real estate with meticulously manicured grounds. Or they can book Casona Don Carlos, the 20,000-square-foot private home of the Pellas clan. Available when the family is away, this palatial four-bedroom residence features a stunning alfresco living room with a palapa (thatched) ceiling soaring 80 feet high, plus an infinity pool and everything one would need to throw the swankiest of dinner parties.

Decked out by Dallas-based interior designer Paul Duesing, Mukul’s luxurious lodgings marry an elegant modern aesthetic with nods to the culture, heritage and craftsmanship of the Nicas, as Nicaraguans refer to themselves. Flor de Caña rum barrels were upcycled by local artisans into headboards. Clay from Masaya Volcano close by was used to craft the colourful ceramic bedside lamps.

Tables were carved from local sustainable teak. Indeed, the entire resort is rooted in environmental appreciation.

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FROM TOP: Serenity by the pool at sunset; ocean views from the master bath of Suite Doña Vivian.

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Instead of cutting down trees on the site, builders relocated and replanted some 1,500 of them that were removed during construction, including a one-million-pound 150-year-old guanacaste (elephant-ear tree). Even the PGA-endorsed 18hole Guacalito Golf Course was designed to weave around, and thus preserve, the jungle terrain. The commitment to reforestation is long-term, with a goal of planting 200,000 trees within 10 years. And beginning this year, Mukul guests will be invited to plant their own tree before departing.

Eco-awareness extends to dining, too. On the menu — beef from organically raised, grass-fed Nicaraguan cattle and justcaught seafood from nearby fishing villages. And starting this spring, Mukul’s kitchen will be harvesting beets, okra and other seasonal veggies from the new on-site farm, which means produce at the resort couldn’t be fresher or more local.

To help guests burn off calories from, say, those tamarind mojitos consumed poolside, resort diversions abound and transcend basic hiking, biking and tennis (though these too are on offer). The Aussie-based Tropicsurf school, self-billed “pioneers in the art of luxury surfing,” has partnered with Mukul to provide rookie lessons and half-day “surfaris” to take guests to the perfect secluded spot to catch the best surf breaks.

Those eager to bring out their inner Katniss can opt for the outdoor archery course under the tutelage of a park ranger.

Post-sweat recouping is encouraged in one of the six cabanas at Spa Mukul, each with its own theme and signature treatment — chakras for rebalancing in the Crystal Temple; watsu (a shiatsu massage that takes place in the water) in the Secret Garden; or a volcanicclay scrub-down in the Ancient Sanctuary.

Meanwhile, rum tastings are presented as a sacred ritual at Mukul’s private bar, where an expert guide walks patrons through the fascinating history of elixirs that are 25-plus years old.

Beyond all the pampering and luxury at Mukul, however, mogul Carlo Pellas’s philanthropic vision is the resort’s raison d’être — to create a glittering destination to welcome the world. Pellas, who has long supported small and mid-sized tourism businesses through his own non-profit foundation, views sustainable eco-travel as the way to transform the struggling economy of his homeland. Through Mukul, he has finally put Nicaragua on the map.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Creative bites from the kitchen; pool-side calm at the Crystal Spa; treetop luxury on the Bohío Suite.

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MEET ME IN MUSKOK A A renovated chic chalet with breathtaking views, a pristine waterfront and eight acres for guests to roam is finally garnering the kudos it deserves. By Tracey Ho Lung

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estled amid majestic pine trees, a luxerustic 20-room boutique hotel boasting a spectacular waterfront with jawdropping views of Lake Bernard offers all-season accommodations, five-star dining and a slew of recreational amenities. Thanks to a modern refresh, the Northridge Inn and Resort is causing a stir and becoming the destination of choice for the Muskoka set and vacationers from Toronto.

David Clemmer and Stephane Auben purchased the once run-down hotel in 2014 after falling in love with the size of the property and its location, a mere stone’s throw from the lake. “It has great bones [and] also this cool, raw space that looked like it had come straight from a ’70s movie set,” says

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as rosemary-garlic prime rib with aged Quebec cheddar and buttermilk fried chicken with waffles. Highlights in the Copper Fox Lounge are the rustic cedar-log walls, the new energyefficient gas fireplace, comfy tufted-leather couches and a walkout to the Moroccaninspired Sandbar poolside courtyard.

It’s no surprise that Northbridge has been named by Trip Advisor as one of the top 25 boutique hotels in Canada and is now a popular go-to destination, be it for a wedding, business conference or family get-together.

“We’ve had people come back and bring items that they think would look great here — kind of a hostess gift,” says Clemmer, laughing.

“One guest brought us a vintage fur blanket that we made into pillows.”

Ultimately, however, it’s Clemmer and Auben’s expert, yet warm, approach to hosting that brings back city slickers who book months in advance, just to take an outdoor yoga class, relax on the beach, play cricket or perhaps grab a drink or two with the inn’s proprietors.

It’s commonplace for Northbridge guests to end up becoming friends with them, says Clemmer. “I think it’s the best problem to have!”

Clemmer. “It had stained wallpaper and wallto-wall forest green carpet in the dining room, but we could see the potential.”

As co-owner of Judy Inc., a photography and artist management agency with offices in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, Clemmer typically works with stylists and interior designers such as Tommy Smythe, Candice Olson and Suzanne Dimma, formerly the editor of House & Home magazine. “Being around all that talent and constantly looking at décor magazines, you can’t help but want to create something beautiful,” he says.

When Clemmer and Auben brought in their style mix of modern and refined rustic to refurbish the resort, luxury and individuality were always top of mind. “We didn’t want to follow a traditional template, and so, all 20 rooms have their own unique décor and personality,” Clemmer explains. “We want every guest to have a different experience.”

That vision was translated into rooms furnished with Hudson’s Bay blankets, Philippe Starck and Eames chairs, custom fur pillows and throws, sumptuous Montauk loveseats and elegant Restoration Hardware beds. Lodging

options are wide-ranging, from four familygeared cedar chalets replete with private hot tubs and 20 lakeside rooms with wood-burning fireplaces and rain showers to four glamping tent suites and even a fully equipped Vintage Airstream. But don’t expect to be roughing it at the Northridge. For starters, the glamping tents come all kitted out with king-size beds, spacious seating areas and whimsical Moooi chandeliers (yes, there’s electricity in the tents).

The star of the inn is the well-appointed Lakeview Dining Room and Patio, with its original stone fireplace, dramatic oversized antler chandelier and vintage armoires. The 1,500-square-foot room is bright and airy — more reminiscent of a Scandinavian spa than a Canadian inn — and in summertime, when the doors are wide open, it affords a picture-perfect front-row-seat lake view. The designer duo’s eye for detail was applied to the flooring, viewed as a blank canvas by Auben, who created a work of art by choosing wood-look tiles laid out in a herringbone pattern. The menu, by awardwinning chef Luca Ballard, is dictated by the seasons and locally sourced ingredients and offers a modern take on Canadiana dishes, such

THIS PAGE: (From top) The Lakeview room presents a sophisticated nod to rustic design thanks to animal motifs and leather couches; interior of one of the glamping tents equipped with many modern luxuries.

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NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE 14 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0 Phone 905.468.0001 Toll Free 1.888.468.0151 Fax 905.468.7653 GANANOQUE 49 King Street East, Suite 100, Gananoque, Ontario, K7G1E8 Phone 877.960.9995 Fax 416.960.3222 OTTAWA 12 York Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5S6 Phone 613.860.3644 Fax 613.860.3689 MUSKOKA 113 Medora Street, Port Carling, Ontario, P0B 1J0 Phone 1.877.960.9995 Fax 1.416.960.3222 CREEMORE 180 Mill Street, Creemore, Ontario, L0M 1G0 Phone 705.466.2683 Toll Free 1.877.960.9995 Fax 866.805.8452 CALEDON 122A Main Street, Erin, Ontario, N0B 1T0 Phone 416.464.7364 Fax 519.833.2878

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY 377 Main Street, Wellington, Ontario, K0K3L0 Phone 613.969.2044 Toll Free 800.303.1044 Fax 416.960.3222

WEST VANCOUVER 235 15th Street, Suite 200, West Vancouver, British Columbia, V7T 2X1 Phone 604.922.6995 Fax 04.922.6289

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LION’S BAY 350 Centre Road, Lion’s Bay, British Columbia, V0N2E0 Phone 604.922.6995

CALGARY 290, 815-17th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2T 0A1 Phone 403.254.5315 Fax 403.244.5315 CANMORE 201-802 Main (8th) Street, Canmore, Alberta, T1W 2B7 Phone 403.707.8048 Toll Free 1.855.254.5315 Fax 403.476.5443

BRITISH C O LU M BI A VANCOUVER - DOWNTOWN / YALETOWN Suite 210 - 858 Beatty Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1C1 Phone 604.632.3300 Toll Free 1.877.236.8800 Fax 604.608.0330 COAL HARBOUR 10-323 Jervis Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C3P8 Phone 604.681.6303 Fax 604.681.6333 VANCOUVER WESTSIDE 5660 Yew Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6M 3Y3 Phone 604.632.3300 Fax 604.608.0330 NORTH VANCOUVER 3164 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7R 2N9 Phone 604.998.1623 Fax 604.980.4123

WHISTLER 2 - 4433 Sundial Place, Whistler, British Columbia, V0N 1B4 Phone 604.932.3388 Toll Free 1.888.932.3389 Fax 604.932.3778 WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY 103 - 12894 16th Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia, V4A 1N7 Phone 604.385.1840 Fax 604.385.1841 VICTORIA 752 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 3M6 Phone 250.380.3933 Toll Free 1.877.530.3933 Fax 250.380.3939 SALT SPRING ISLAND 120 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, V8K 2S8 Phone 250.537.1778 Toll Free 1.877.530.3933 Fax 250.380.3939 SUN PEAKS #9 - 3250 Village Way, Sun Peaks, British Columbia, V0E 5N0 Phone 250.578.7773 Toll Free 1.877.578.5774 Fax 250.578.7753 KELOWNA 108-1289 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 9X6 Phone 250.469.9547 Toll Free 877.530.3933 Fax 250.870.9097

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Sumptuous Lakefront Property 232 CH. DE BONDVILLE LAC BROME, QC | MLS 13911597 $2,250,000 Magnificent Lac Brome residence built by meticulous craftsman boasts 5 bedrooms, 3+1 bathrooms. Walls of windows offer panoramic views of the lake and the mountains. Extensive use of natural rock throughout.

Multiple gardens with integrated art sculptures. Tranquility, comfort and luxury awaits.

MARIE-JOSÉE ROULEAU * 1.514.660.6682 | MJROULEAU@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Beautiful Modern Home 4600 BOUL. LÉVESQUE E. SAINT-VINCENT-DE-PAUL, QC | MLS 15682326 $719,000 Optimal layout, close to 3,000 sq. ft. of living space, 9 ft. ceilings, view of the water and majestic oak trees, and featuring a stunning atrium with 18 ft. ceilings.

Disposition optimale, près de 3 000 pi. ca. d’espace habitable, des plafonds de 9 pieds, vue d’eau et d’arbres de chêne majestueux, et disposant d’un atrium stupéfiant.

GABRIELE DI IORIO** 1.514.267.8596 | GDI@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Private Waterfront Retreat 2458 WILKINSON D HALIBURTON, ON | MLS 392610326 $4,990,000 7,930 sq. ft. architecturally designed 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, sitting at the water’s edge. 227 acres, 777 ft. of waterfront. “Nature’s Way” is a slice of paradise which includes paths, a log cabin and your own private pond. West exposure offers spectacular sunsets with sand beach plus deep water. Finished to the highest of standards.

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

Finest Waterfront Property 1503 SOUTH PORTAGE RD HUNTSVILLE, ON | MLS 480650478 $2,850,000 Designed to impress. 4 bedroom/3 bathroom. 5,200 sq. ft. total living space. Sprawling floor plan with spectacular waterfront and views. 2 wood burning fireplace, built in media centre plus amazing 13 ft. wet bar with wine cellar. Surplus of garages with bunkie. Boathouse with oversized dock. Sun all day with southeast exposure and extensive landscaping.

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

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New Muskoka Waterfront Build LOT 5, CLAREN CRES HUNTSVILLE, ON | MLS 1616800 $2,995,000 2017 Lake Vernon build by South Mary Lake Contracting. Brand new waterfront community. Muskoka landscape, private 3.7 acre lot spread on nearly 300 ft. of pristine natural mixed rocky shoreline with deep water Long Lake Island dotted views. 4-chain lake system which offers 40 miles of boating and access to 75 acres of parkland. (Concept only).

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

Architectural Masterpiece 1109 BULL FROG BAY HALIBURTON, ON | MLS 392600122 $2,995,000 Impeccably designed. 400 ft. of pristine cottage country waterfront.

4,438 sq. ft., sleeps 12, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Meticulous attention to detail with highest quality materials. Striking natural surroundings. Two wings, gourmet kitchen and spectacular views as it sits at the waters edge. Very private in a quiet bay.

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

Sunsets Galore Mary Lake, Muskoka 248 WEST POINT SANDS HUNTSVILLE, ON | MLS 480980236 $1,195,000 All new 4 bedrooms, 3 bathroom on pristine waterfront with sunsets.

2 levels of high end finishes with a mix of modern and Muskoka rustic features. Completely landscaped with pathways and lakeside stone fire pit.

Spectacular views Open concept living space. Hard packed sand deep at end of dock. Beautifully finished bathrooms. 4-chain of lake system.

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

Enchanting Lake with Privacy 1030 TRUSCOTT PLACE LAKE OF BAYS, ON | MLS 481030008 $1,095,000 This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom waterfront cottage boasts elegant charm on Echo Lake. 365 ft. of gentle shoreline facing southwest, this property offers privacy, sunsets and a well treed forested lot on 1.56 acres. Home is 2,700 sq. ft. spread on 3 levels. Absolutely stunning great room with double sided fireplace welcomes you in. Lake has 50% crown land.

MEGAN MCLEOD ‡ 1.705.571.5757 | MMCLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MEGANMCLEOD.COM

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Modern Living on Lake of Bays 1045 HEMLOCK RIDGE RD DWIGHT, ON | MLS X3554519 $3,195,000 Cottage convention, reinvention. A rare Shim-Sutcliffe architectural masterpiece on Lake of Bays. Carved into the granite of the Canadian Shield, this one of a kind lakefront home has an open concept living, dining and kitchen area encased in floor to ceiling glass walls that reveal breathtaking lake views and stunning western exposure sunsets.

ROSS HALLORAN † 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Lake Rosseau Retreat 4-1251 BRACKENRIG RD- LAKE ROSSEAU PORT CARLING, ON | MLS X3612884 $1,695,000 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3 storey lakefront home nestled on secluded Brackenrig Bay. Only 5 minutes from P ort Carling with its unique shopping and dining experiences. This 2.1 acre very private Lakehouse features 207 feet of shoreline plus all day sun with breathtaking western exposure sunsets on a massive 2 slip, 40 ft. dock.

ROSS HALLORAN † 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Lake of Bays 1040 CHANNEL RD BAYSVILLE, ON | MLS X3540340 $1,195,000 Lake of Bays 4 bedroom cottage with 175 ft. of water frontage of natural rock outcropping. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood flooring, open concept . All built in appliances and granite counter tops. Can be purchased together with 50 Prices, Point Road at $1,550,000.

ROSS HALLORAN † 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Muskoka Waterfront Lot 2696 ISLAND 90 6MILE LAKE PORT SEVERN, ON | MLS X3521578 $339,000 Attractive prime waterfront lot located on secluded island on 6 Mile Lake.

Rock and pines, sand beach, panoramic views. Excellent opportunity to acquire 584 ft. of water frontage with building plans. New septic system arranged. This point lot is truly one of a kind. 1 1/2 hours north of Toronto.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Chateau on Pigeon Lake-Kawarthas 299 BEAR CREEK RD LAKEHURST, ON | MLS 283540141 $3,395,000 Newly built in 2016, This 6,300 sq. ft.,7 bedroom/8 bathroom stone and timber ICF Chateau Lakehouse boasts a 3 + acres level lot with over 230 ft. of west facing shoreline and its own small island just offshore. Timber frame vaulted ceilings by Confederation Log. The vaulted pine living room ceiling is 18 ft. high and vaulted ceiling in the vivoir is 22 ft.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Dream Lakehouse in Kawarthas 261 FIRE ROUTE 36 WOODVIEW, ON | MLS X3697324 $1,196,000 Custom built 3+ bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with attached double garage on Big Cedar Lake. 427 ft. of sheltered frontage facing lake plus an adjacent creek situated on 4+ of beautifully landscaped, treed acres surrounded by mature forest with towering trees and wildlife. Enjoy unspoiled sunsets dockside with panoramic views of Big Cedar Lake.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Kawartha Viceroy Lakehouse 250 FIRE ROUTE 36 WOODVIEW, ON | MLS X3697320

$1,329,000

Big Cedar Lake viceroy four season home with 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, high end quality throughout with hardwood flooring, open concept, gourmet kitchen and appliances, Stone fireplace with natural wood mantel. A full basement untouched for your design. Picturesque views dockside with 223 ft. water frontage on 4 plus acres.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Rosseau Lake 51 PEACOCK RD LAKE ROSSEAU, ON | MLS X3658467

$2,999,999

Located on Rosseau Lake this 4 bedroom, 2 storey brick home / cottage includes a sandy beach with beautiful views of the lake, deep water. An adjacent waterfront vacant lot included with this price. Panoramic views of Lake Rosseau.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Georgian Bay Private Island D207 BIGWOOD ISLAND BYNG INLET, ON | MLS X3375697 $4,800,000 36 acre private island north of Parry Sound off Byng Inlet. This island offers excellent privacy and natural sheltered harbour. 5 cottages on the island can accommodate more than 20 people. The main lodge was built in 1905 and has 2,400 sq. ft. of living area, has been restored and features a large wrap around deck.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Pointe Au Baril Family Resort 2 A258 ISLAND POINTE AU BARIL, ON | MLS X3541301 $2,350,000 Rare opportunity to own a fabulous Family Compound. 11.5 very private acres, 4 cottages, 4 bathrooms, magnificent views and endless shorelines It’s on Richards Island in the channel a short distance from the open waters of Georgian Bay. Sparkling blue water, sandy beaches, magnificent ancient rock formations, and spectacular sunsets.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Beautiful Georgian Bay 14 DENT ROCK CRES CARLING, ON | MLS X3552104 $899,000 Beautiful Georgian Bay this 3 bedroom cottage with lower level walkout and guest area. Beautiful decking with hot tub, boat house with natural rock to the water and bunkie complete with a 3 piece bathroom for guests.

Year round road access for those who wish to enjoy the many summer and winter activities.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Turtle Lake Custom Home LOT 4 LAKE RIDGE RD SEGUIN, ON | MLS X3638627 $879,000 New custom build on water front. with 3.93 acres and 298 ft. of water frontage, a private setting on a tranquil lake, enjoy your morning coffee on the deck overlooking Turtle Lake. Custom quality finishings in this 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms include hand scraped engineered flooring and landscaped ground complete this year round access home/cottage.

ROSS HALLORAN †, 1.416.856.6666 | RHALLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROGER KOLBUC ‡, 1.705.746.0088 | RKOLBUC@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Prime Annex 58 BOSWELL AVE. TORONTO, ON | SOLD $2,795,000 Steeped in history, this 3 bedroom detached 1889 storied Victorian resides on a quiet, premier street in the coveted prime Annex, just steps to all of the shops of Yorkville. 58 Boswell showcases a cornucopia of exquisite architectural details from the era. French doors lead to a private courtyard that is a true oasis in the heart of the city.

SUSAN TOYNE†, 1.416.726.3026 | STOYNE@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA SAMANTHA THOMSON †, 1.647.532.3232 | STHOMSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Panoramic Views of Toronto 103 THE QUEENSWAY, SUITE 2716 TORONTO, ON | SOLD $365,000 Stunning 1 bedroom suite at the Fendi inspired Nxt Condo in Bloor West Village. An open concept layout with fabulous panoramic downtown and lake views with a large balcony. This large luxuriously appointed suite boasts hardwood flooring throughout and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. Parking and locker included.

JAMES KILLORAN † 1.416.671.5775 | JKILLORAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

A Townhouse in the Sky 3 MARKET STREET, SUITE 630 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3720105 $699,000 Marvellous Market Wharf. A 2-storey townhouse in the sky with parking and locker in the St. Lawrence Market. Featuring a great outdoor private terrace/summer living room of 235 sq. ft. with gas BBQ hookup, because it’s all about the terrace in the summer. Super entertaining kitchen with stainless steel appliances opening to the living and dining room. Easy walking distance to the financial district, shopping, cafes, and fine dining.

GRAHAM CONNAUGHTON‡ 1.647.500.3798 | GCONNAUGHTON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Luxurious Living at the Ritz 183 WELLINGTON ST W, SUITE 4802 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3609026 $2,995,000 Ritz-Carlton 2 bedroom plus den, 3 bathroom hotel residence with extensive custom upgrades delivers style and sophistication the moment the valet welcomes you home. Triple glaze windows with ten foot ceiling provide great city views. Enjoy world class spa and luxurious amenities.

Steps to fine restaurants and direct access to Toronto PATH underground network of shops, TTC and Union Station.

LISA-MARIE DOOREY‡, 1.416.720.1495 | LDOOREY@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA LINDA CHU‡, 1.416.960.9995 | LCHU@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DOWNTOWNTORONTOHOMES.COM

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Yorkville Boutique Condo 164 CUMBERLAND ST, SUITE 502 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3694944 $1,399,000 Spacious, gracefully designed south-facing suite overlooking courtyard. 2 bedrooms plus study, 1,570 sq. ft. fabulous for entertaining. Eat-in kitchen with marble countertops and floor, french doors, floor-to-ceiling windows.

California shutters, crown mouldings, hardwood floors, spot lights, chandeliers, built-in bookcases, wood burning fireplace.

NADINE ROBBINS † 1.416.878.6860 | NROBBINS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Trophy Rosedale Penthouse THORNWOOD II, 25 SCRIVENER SQ, SUITE 1302 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3706360 $6,750,000 Trophy Rosedale penthouse at coveted Toronto condominium address.

Stunning panoramic views of city and lake from 1,100 sq. ft. terrace.

Entertain in spacious, open reception, living and dining rooms, 11 ft. ceilings, exceptional finishes. Gourmet kitchen with open family room and fireplace. Unique access to first-class shops and dining in Summerhill.

LUCILLE CHENOWETH †, 1.416.726.5225 | LCHENOWETH@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ROBERT GORDON‡, 1.416.824.1242 | RGORDON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA SARAH CHENOWETH †, 1.416.271.4126 | SCHENOWETH@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Rosedale 63 HIGHLAND AVE TORONTO, ON | EXCLUSIVE $4,500,000 This Arts and Crafts home has undergone a masterful exterior restoration using only the finest materials, while maintaining the interior’s graceful period details including original mill-work, crown moulding and ornate medallions. The spacious floor plan offers elegant principle rooms with tall ceilings and stunning tree top vistas.

CHANTAL ROSENTHAL† 1.416.804.2262 | CROSENTHAL@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Beautiful North-West Corner Unit 33 DELISLE AVE TORONTO, ON | SOLD Rarely available 1,605 sq. ft. of luxurious living space; 2 bedroom plus den; separate living/dining rooms; double sided gas fireplace in den/dining room; fabulous gourmet style kitchen; large master; 2 ensuite bathrooms and powder room; shows like a new suite. Includes 2 car parking/1 locker.

Great building amenities that feature an indoor pool, sauna and gym.

JOSEPHINE LENNON † 1.647.400.9499 | JLENNON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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One Bloor Condos 1 BLOOR ST E TORONTO, ON | EXCLUSIVE FROM $550,000 Iconic landmark at ultimate Yorkville location. Luxurious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites with huge balconies and stunning views. World class amenities including 24 hour concierge, gym, indoor and outdoor pool, spa facilities with hot/cold plunge pools, rooftop deck, and bbq’s. Direct indoor access to subway. Close to restaurants, shops and much more.

NADINE ROBBINS † 1.416.878.6860 | NROBBINS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Penthouse on Waterfront 29 QUEENS QUAY E, SUITE 1404 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3700003 $4,750,000 Truly one of a kind modern and private four bedroom penthouse in Toronto’s Waterfront. Architectural masterpiece. The 360 degree views showcases breathtaking unobstructed lake and city views. Sky and water belongs to you living in the gorgeous penthouse with floor to ceiling windows. Spacious and functional floor plan.

SHELLEY SHAPIRO †, 1.416.520.7807 | SSHAPIRO@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA FARRAH RANJBAR†, 1.416.433.8881 | FRANJBAR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Pier 27 Penthouse 39 QUEENS QUAY E, SUITE 1401 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3674845 $2,488,000 Pier 27 penthouse on Toronto’s waterfront. Step into the foyer of this magnificent penthouse and you enter a world of taste, elegance and luxury.

Floor-to-ceiling, wall to wall, wrap around windows from this corner suite allows for 360 degree views of Lake Ontario and Toronto skyline. Lavish natural light in every direction.

SHELLEY SHAPIRO †, 1.416.520.7807 | SSHAPIRO@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA FARRAH RANJBAR†, 1.416.433.8881 | FRANJBAR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Vellore Village Estates 12 RIVOLI DR VAUGHAN, ON | SOLD $1,300,000 An exceptional bright and spacious 5 bedroom luxury home with contemporary and elegant appointments, custom upgrades and stunning finishes. Meticulously maintained with soaring 9 ft. ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, high-end stainless steel appliances and a sun-filled spacious 3rd storey loft.

MARCO CHIAPPETTA † 1.416.806.6133 | MCHIAPPETTA@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Perfect for Urban Family Living 68 YORKVILLE AVE, SUITE 701 TORONTO, ON | MLS C3669001 $2,995,000 Epitome of luxury in Yorkville’s best location! Unique 3 bedroom plus den corner suite, huge kitchen with family room, expansive living and dining room with fireplace. Approximately 3,600 sq. ft., east, south and west exposures with 3 balconies. Ensuites in all bedrooms, master has separate sitting room. 3 parking spots and huge storage room.

NADINE ROBBINS † 1.416.878.6860 | NROBBINS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Westlake Village 2212 LAKESHORE BLVD. W, SUITE 3109 TORONTO, ON | SOLD Enjoy all that the Village of Westlake has to offer in this spacious one bedroom suite on the 31st floor. Club W is unlike any other in the city, with a full-service gym and recreation centre, complete with exercise room, fitness classes, yoga studio, squash courts, and indoor pool. Minutes to downtown, steps to Lake Ontario.

DANIELLA QUATTROCIOCCHI † 1.416.716.4850 | DQUATTRO@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Breathtaking Home 30 HEATHDALE RD TORONTO, ON | SOLD $2,699,000 Breathtaking home imbued with character and charm set on a magnificent ravine. Impeccable, original wood floors, bay window, vaulted ceilings, 2 fireplaces, french doors, coach house garage. Enveloped patio with grand stairs leading to masterful flagstone terrace. Renowned designer’s home; perfection scale, ambiance and integrity of design.

NISSAN MICHAEL ‡ 1.416.318.6604 | NMICHAEL@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

1837 Historic Home 711 TICE RD FENWICK, ON | EXCLUSIVE PRICE UPON REQUEST Magnificent classic 1837 historic home on 11 acres has renovated interior with original features honoured. All new roof, windows, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, millwork. Equipped with wine cellar, exercise room, workroom, pool table room and 2 large covered porches. Grounds fully landscaped, pool, flagstone patios/walkways, fire pit and wood burning oven.

NISSAN MICHAEL ‡ 1.416.318.6604 | NMICHAEL@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Estate Grounds of Stoneridge Hall 4411 ESCARPMENT SIDE RD CALEDON, ON | EXCLUSIVE $11,800,000 Aristocratic. Stately. Noble. Through wrought iron gates, flanked by imposing sentry guard stations, you enter the remarkable estate grounds of Stoneridge Hall. Painstakingly designed in the Doric Order and magnificently built under the expertise of J.F. Brennan, this 9,175 sq. ft. (plus 4,550 sq. ft. lower level) country Georgian residence is impressive at every turn. Elegant state rooms that are comfortably scaled and inviting.

The layout has been designed for form and function. A clear separation between family and entertaining spaces. The epitome of exceptional refinement and quality. 86 acres of land complete this extraordinary property. Beyond the formal botanical gardens and lawns, astonishing far reaching views are enjoyed over farmland and woodlots. Enjoy nature walks; quiet contemplation in the classical temple; play croquet on the lawns; or read by the clock tower. Life in contrast to the busyness of the city. 3 car oversized garage will please the auto enthusiast. Enviable access to Toronto’s international airport.

CHRISTIAN VERMAST†, 1.416.960.9995 | CVERMAST@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA PAUL MARANGER ‡, 1.416.960.9995 | PMARANGER@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA FRAN BENNETT†, 1.416.960.9995 | FBENNETT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA TRILOGYAGENTS.COM

Magnificent Family Home 36 THORNBANK RD THORNHILL, ON | EXCLUSIVE $9,880,000 A grand home with high vaulted ceilings and formal layout make this a perfect home for a large family who enjoy large gatherings, detailed finishes and an eye for luxury will impress even the most discerning guest.

This house is situated on a 100 x 300 ft. lot, ideal size for someone wanting a large outdoor living experience.

AMALIA BEKERMAN †, 1.416.960.9995 | ABEKERMAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ANDY TAYLOR ‡, 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Lawrence Park Country Home in the City 2 FOREST GLEN CRES TORONTO, ON | EXCLUSIVE $6,950,000 Located in Teddington Park, one of Toronto’s finest neighbourhoods. This home provides grand high ceilings and a layout designed for entertaining.

Newly renovated kitchen and fantastic finishes provide warmth and a perfect environment for a family. 5 bedrooms plus a nanny’s suite on the lower level. The backyard is your own private oasis for summer dining or just relaxing by the pool.

AMALIA BEKERMAN †, 1.416.960.9995 | ABEKERMAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ANDY TAYLOR ‡, 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Lavish Living 489 LAKESHORE RD E OAKVILLE, ON | MLS W3464183 $17,900,000 A magnificent estate located in one of Canada’s exclusive enclaves just 30 minutes from downtown Toronto. With over an acre of land you are steps to cafes, shops the finest restaurants and minutes to the yacht club. The grounds accentuate the serenity of nature with fountains gracing both gardens.

ANDY TAYLOR ‡, 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA NANCY ROBERTSON †, 1.905.334.9422 | NROBERTSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

The Luxurious Ritz-Carlton 183 WELLINGTON ST W, SUITE 4704 TORONTO, ON $4,995,000 Sophistication and elegance at the residences at the Ritz-Carlton. Enjoy all the amenities of a luxury hotel. Rarely-found 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, south west view. 24-hour concierge, valet parking, spa, pool, sky lobby, gym and guest suites.

Directly connected to ‘The Path’ - Toronto’s downtown walkway.

ANDY TAYLOR ‡ 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Brownstone in Yorkville 43 ELGIN AVE TORONTO, ON | EXCLUSIVE $8,000,000 Spectacular in the heart of Yorkville. This New York style Brownstone offers architecturally designed modern spaces enhanced by natural light through expansive windows. A rare detached home in the Annex with the finest finishes and detailing. Located just steps to Toronto’s finest shops and restaurants.

ANDY TAYLOR ‡, 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA PAUL TAYLOR†, 1.416.960.9995 | PAULTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Lake Simcoe Waterfront Estate 1250 3 LINE S ORO-MEDONTE, ON | MLS X3698511 $4,495,000 Located on the prestigious Ridge Road corridor this offering is comprised of 2 separately deeded lakefront properties. Set amongst a mix of mature forest and meticulously landscaped grounds stands a 6,870 sq. ft.

5 bedroom luxury ranch bungalow. Whether you come to relax or to enjoy the active lifestyle, it is all here for you to enjoy.

ANDY TAYLOR ‡, 1.416.994.2118 | ANDYTAYLOR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MICHAEL CONSTABLE ‡, 1.705.794.9500 | MCONSTABLE@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Live South of Lakeshore 89 ALEXANDER DR OAKVILLE, ON | EXCLUSIVE $4,300,000 Experience the south-east Oakville lifestyle by walking to downtown and the lake from this red-brick masterpiece. Magnificent features include quarter-sawn hardwood flooring, Carrara marble counters, theatre room, exercise room and so much more. Relax and unwind in your private oasis complete with a gunite pool, hot tub and covered porch with a wood burning fireplace. A superb studio over the garage creates a separate space with a full bathroom.

PETRUS ENGELBRECHT† 1.905.467.2651 | PENGELBRECHT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Perfectly Located on Lake Muskoka 1023 HEATHER LODGE RD PORT CARLING, ON | MLS 30527636 $3,795,000 Perfectly located on Lake Muskoka near Port Carling, this property offers the full compliment of cottage desires. Spending time at the lake will never be the same after experiencing a fun and sun filled afternoon at the water’s edge utilizing the triple boathouse with living quarters above, covered outdoor lounge and well planned built in bar.

PETRUS ENGELBRECHT† 1.905.467.2651 | PENGELBRECHT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Historic Royal Home in Hamilton 135 ABERDEEN AVE HAMILTON, ON | EXCLUSIVE $2,950,000 A rare opportunity to own a significant historic mansion in a prestigious southwest Hamilton location. Gateside House has been meticulously restored with modern conveniences to bring this magnificent 1905 home to market. Utilize this royal home as either one big mansion or two separate homes.

PETRUS ENGELBRECHT† 1.905.467.2651 | PENGELBRECHT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Burlington Large Family Home 116 BIRETT DR BURLINGTON, ON | MLS 30527636 $2,290,000 This spectacular home south of Lakeshore sits on a large lot at the end of a quiet court. Over 4,800 sq. ft. above grade, the attention to detail in this home is extraordinary, offering the ideal layout for the renovator at heart.

PETRUS ENGELBRECHT† 1.905.467.2651 | PENGELBRECHT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Landmark Estate Home in Ancaster 496 WILSON ST E ANCASTER, ON | MLS 30557792 $2,595,000 Beautifully restored with exquisite care and taste, this gracious colonialstyled home brings a little New England charm to the heart of town.

Private 1.68 acres with almost 7,000 sq. ft. of luxury living. High-end custom kitchen. Third floor office space. Loft over the garage.

NANCY ROBERTSON † 1.905.334.9422 | NROBERTSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Picturesque Country Living 1843 WEST RIVER RD CAMBRIDGE, ON | MLS 35490300 $1,595,000 Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This century stone home on 23 acres is on the market for the first time in over 40 years. Long admired by all, this 4,000 sq. ft. home was built in 1850. Known as ‘Mountainview’, the home overlooks the Grand River, private trails will delight all year. Barn with horse stall. Swimming pool. Nature at its best.

NANCY ROBERTSON † 1.905.334.9422 | NROBERTSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Luxury Home Downtown Oakville 241 TRAFALGAR ROAD OAKVILLE, ON | MLS 30558191 $2,695,000 Fully renovated luxury with uncompromising attention to detail and tradition will excite the most discerning buyers. Downtown Oakville on a prominent double lot where privacy is guarded and sunshine abounds.

Enjoy benefits of our unique downtown lifestyle - walk to waterfront parks, boating and racket clubs, diverse shops and fine restaurants, OTHS and private schools.

MARK BOOT‡, 1.416.300.4669 | MBOOT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DIANNE BOOT†, 1.905.339.7045 | DBOOT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Exceptional Executive Home JOSHUA CREEK OAKVILLE, ON | EXCLUSIVE PRICE UPON REQUEST Introducing this stunning executive home in the sought-after neighbourhood of Joshua Creek. Beautifully landscaped lot features a private backyard paradise with pool, sunken hot tub and stone terrace. The interior boasts high ceilings, large open concept rooms, quality finishes and tasteful decor. Enjoy the turn-key lifestyle and move right in.

JUDITH HANLEY† 1.416.346.8780 | JHANLEY@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Nantucket Tranquility 2009 WATER’S EDGE DR OAKVILLE, ON | EXCLUSIVE PRICE UPON REQUEST This beautifully renovated Craftsman-style home is nestled on a quiet street in Southwest Oakville. Mere steps to the lake and a quick walk to the shops and restaurants of Bronte Harbour. Featuring 3 bedrooms each with an ensuite and California closets, and a gorgeous custom chef’s kitchen, all on a newly landscaped 75 x 120 ft. lot with a covered porch area.

MICHELLE BAILEY† 1.905.845.0024 | MBAILEY@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Suburban Sophistication 3117 LARRY CRES OAKVILLE, ON | SOLD $1,290,000 This 4 bedroom home is in the highly coveted Glenorchy neighbourhood, close to highways, parks, Sixteen Mile Creek and the new Oakville Hospital.

This stylish home’s features are endless, including: coffered ceilings, 2 gas fireplaces, a custom eat-in kitchen, master with spa-like ensuite and walk-in closet, finished basement, spacious garden and much more.

MICHELLE BAILEY† 1.905.845.0024 | MBAILEY@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Beautiful Balsam Home 258 BALSAM DR OAKVILLE, ON | EXCLUSIVE $3,199,000 Stunning home on one of the most sought after streets in south east Oakville. Built to the highest standard of finishings. Close to some of the best private and public schools in the area. A short walk to downtown shopping, restaurants and the lake. Easy commute to Toronto.

AYESHA MAWAZ-KHAN † 1.905.845.0024 | AMAWAZKHAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Harbour Lights Marina 27 CHARTHOUSE HILL BAYFIELD, ON | MLS 30535217 $5,300,000 Steps to Bayfield Village. Welcome to Harbour Lights Marina, located along the north side of the Bayfield River. One of the most stunning locations on Lake Huron, offering over 300 boat slips, a 2-storey club house and private beach, with amazing sunsets. Accommodating both sail and power boats you will enjoy fully serviced docks, BBQ facilities and gazebo option at your slip. Call for details.

GLORIA MYERS † 1.905.330.7710 | GMYERS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Landmark Home in Downtown Oakville 43 DUNN ST OAKVILLE, ON | MLS 30547972 $5,899,000 Over 9,200 sq. ft. of finished living space, elevator to all 4 levels, separate self-contained coach house. 2016 renovation. New kitchen. Spectacular glass conservatory, generous mud room, grand master bedroom, marble ensuite and separate his/hers dressing rooms 7 bedroom, 9 bathrooms, 5 fireplaces. Extensive mechanical updates. Steps to Lake Ontario.

ALEX IRISH † 1.905.808.1054 | AIRISH@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ALEXIRISH.COM

Only The Best Will Do 186 DUNWOODY DR OAKVILLE, ON | MLS 30558210 $5,850,000 Renowned architect/builder/interior designer have created this pedigree home for the most discerning buyer. Well thought out generous sized rooms with high end finishes throughout, main floor den, his and hers ensuites in master bedroom, exercise room, wine cellar, 3 car tandem garage. Southeast Oakville custom home.

ALEX IRISH † 1.905.808.1054 | AIRISH@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ALEXIRISH.COM

In The Heart of Stratfords Downtown 104 BRUNSWICK ST STRATFORD, ON | MLS 30543403 $2,695,000 Steps to the river, parks, restaurants, theatre and so much more. This is truly a rare offering of three separate properties, side by side offered collectively as one package. There is an Italianate home, c1870 and two Edwardian homes, c1910 mirroring either side of the main house, as well as an additional guest cottage. Live, work and invest downtown.

LESLEY CUMMING † 1.905.973.1275 | LCUMMING@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Stunning Westmount Family Home 2375 BRIARGROVE CIR OAKVILLE, ON | MLS 30560123 $1,125,000 This beautiful family home with many upgrades is located on a quiet street in desired area of Oakville. Finished basement offers rec room, office, additional bedroom, bathroom and plenty of storage space. Beautiful backyard with large deck for your enjoyment and summer entertaining.

Steps away from walking trails, shopping,transportation and great schools.

KLAUDIA ZUMER† 1.289.259.4434 | KZUMER@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Luxury Living Defined 4467 ESCARPMENT DR BURLINGTON, ON | SOLD $6,300,000 It was a pleasure representing both a judicious seller and a discerning purchaser in the sale of this stately 2 acre residence. This quintessential home is ideal for grand scale entertaining as well as refined day to day living, complete with a resort style indoor swimming pool. I look forward to starting a conversation regarding your residential aspirations, be it selling or purchasing.

NINA MANDEVILLE† 1.905.321.1087 | NMANDEVILLE@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Guelph’s Historical Crown Jewel 80 LONDON RD W GUELPH, ON | EXCLUSIVE $1,449,000 A rare offering, this gracious Queen Anne revival sits in the prestigious Exhibition Park area with walking distance to a vibrant downtown. This fine home has graced the pages of many architectural and historical books.

Presently operating as a highly successful B&B, but also boasts three separate addresses. Updated and simply extraordinary.

JULIE ASHLEY† 1.519.841.1924 | JASHLEY@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Spectacular Country Retreat 66 7TH ST SIMCOE, ON | MLS X3591449 $1,399,000 Escape to this 2.5 acre estate featuring a beautiful custom built home graced by vaulted ceilings in the open concept main living areas and a chef’s kitchen designed to entertain along with a stunning 2,000+ sq. ft. guest house all overlooking the exceptional and private backyard oasis providing resort style living. 8 climate controlled garages.

CHERYL THOMPSON †, 1.416.960.9995 | CTHOMPSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA CHERYL DORRICOTT†, 1.905.220.3164 | CMDORRICOTT@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Family Home on a Grand Scale 575 VICTORIA ST NIAGARA ON THE LAKE, ON | MLS 30558146 $969,000 This impressive home enjoys a superb neighbourhood walking distance to downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake and the library, community centre, lake and walking trails. This spacious 2-storey is in mint-condition and has many coveted features: beautiful new hardwood floors, abundant lighting and closet space and custom built-in woodwork throughout.

NANCY BRAZEAU‡ 1.905.371.4234 | NBRAZEAU@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

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Panoramic Waterfront Views 21 ISLANDVIEW LANE 1000 ISLANDS, ON | EXCLUSIVE $2,100,000 Without question this is a remarkable property, and has been unavailable on the market since the 1940’s. 180 degree views of the Thousand Islands from sun up to sun down. When we take on unique properties we are amazed at the craftsmanship we see, and this home was exquisitely renovated within the last 5 years and is ready for you to move in.

TODD BICKERTON †, 1.613.217.8683 | TBICKERTON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA TONY CHARD ‡, 1.613.540.2280 | TCHARD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

This is the Life 1510 SHORE ROAD KINGSTON, ON | EXCLUSIVE $1,950,000 The epitome of impeccable taste is everywhere in this 3,489 sq. ft. architectural gem of superior craftsmanship designed for a timeless, modern lifestyle. Fabulous open plan with breathtaking polished concrete floors and sweeping southerly views of the naturally beautiful Bateau Channel pouring in through expansive windows.

TODD BICKERTON †, 1.613.217.8683 | TBICKERTON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA TONY CHARD ‡, 1.613.540.2280 | TCHARD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Rural Splendor In Prince Edward County 575 CROWES RD PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON | MLS 550830152 $1,950,000 Architectural masterpiece. Red cedar and steel exterior gives way to French inspired interior flourishes. Professional finishes, 12 ft. beamed ceilings, and soaring windows that frame splendid views. An unparalleled residence, guest wing, studio, greenhouse, idyllic gardens and barn/ workshop. A remarkable assemblage on 100 acres.

IRIS ANDREWS‡, 1.613.969.2044 | IANDREWS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA BRIAN ANDREWS‡, 1.613.969.2044 | BANDREWS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Georgian Bay Retreat 1400 SANDY BAY RD PENETANGUISHENE, ON | MLS 1616206 $3,999,000 This remarkable 10,000 sq. ft. home is located on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay. Making it an excellent fulltime residence or retreat.

The property is 19.5 acres, with 380 ft. of sandy shoreline and views of Beausoleil island. The home includes 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, 4 car garage, indoor pool and guest/caretaker cottage.

KEVIN GILCHRIST‡ 1.705.443.2880 | KGILCHRIST@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

E&O.E: This information is from sources which we deem reliable, but must be verified by prospective purchasers and may be subject to change or withdrawal. *Real Estate Broker, **Certified Real Estate Broker, ±Residential Real Estate Broker, †Sales Representative, ‡Broker, PREC Personal Real Estate Coorporation.

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Canmore, Banff & The Canadian Rockies The Canadian Rockies offer an extraordinary lifestyle. Seasons filled with hiking, biking, golfing, fishing, canoeing, skiing, snowshoeing, outdoor concerts and festivals all while enjoying the area’s world class restaurants, cafes, and arts venues. The vibrant mountain communities of Canmore and Banff are a mere hour from Calgary and its international airport; while surrounded by Canada’s first national park and provincial parks.

The opportunities for you and your family are endless, with an enviable selection of properties to choose from. Whether you are looking for a contemporary mountain home, golf course estate, ski chalet, weekend retreat, or community to retire to; the mountains provide an inviting and majestic setting for your life all year round. It is no wonder that Canmore is consistently rated one of the best communities in Canada to call home.

529 Silvertip Pointe is an exquisite estate home on the 15th hole of the world class Silvertip Golf Course. The majesty of the Rocky Mountains are reflected throughout the design of this home and framed through the stunning vistas beyond the windows. This 5,400 sq. ft., 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom home is offered at $3,100,000.

CHRISTIAN DUBOIS, CHRISTOPHER VINCENT & LAURA WRIGHT 1.403.707.8048 | CANMOREBANFFREALESTATE.COM

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Carraig Ridge GHOST LAKE FOOTHILLS, SAUNDERS ARCHITECTURE O HOUSE $2,600,000 Imagine living in your own private park: 650 acres of secluded Canadian landscape, conveniently positioned midway between Calgary and the Town of Banff and overlooking Ghost Lake, are now a hub of contemporary residential design. Only 44 unique homes will ever be built in the community, carefully sited on lots ranging in size from one to five acres. A further 500 acres of this beautiful Rocky Mountain Foothills wilderness will be preserved for the enjoyment of its residents.

O House is an exquisite work of contemporary architecture, designed by world-renowned firm Saunders Architecture out of Bergen, Norway. This new construction 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom house features breathtaking views of the Rockies, and balances the quiet solitude of country life with the modern amenities and services of a fully-supported community.

41 additional 1 to 5 acre lots | $1,000,000 + gst CHRISTIAN DUBOIS, CHRISTOPHER VINCENT & LAURA WRIGHT 1.403.707.8048 | CANMOREBANFFREALESTATE.COM

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Infinity Pool with Mountain Views 43 WESTBLUFF RIDGE CALGARY, AB | MLS C4070178 $4,500,000 This Springbank home, on a gated 3-acre ridge lot, offers quality and luxury throughout. The true masterpiece is the indoor infinity/lap pool with sight-lines from the water to the panoramic mountain views. Features include a bar, waterslide, gym/yoga studio and sauna, wine room, theater room, river rock kitchen accents, and 5-vehicle garage.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Luxury & Elegance in Elbow Park 3611 5 STREET SW CALGARY, AB | MLS C4095552 $3,849,800 Located on a private lot in one of Calgary’s most prestigious inner-city neighbourhoods this home offers a delicate balance of contemporary and historic design. An original homestead to one of Calgary’s most influential pioneers, this property is a unique opportunity. The exterior and interior exemplify the highest level of craftsmanship and design.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Hidden in the Heart of Mount Royal 2902 MONTCALM CRESCENT SW CALGARY, AB | MLS C4094512 $2,750,000 On a sprawling 68 x 195 ft. lot in Mount Royal, this home is surrounded by mature landscapes providing privacy and tranquility in the heart of the city. Over 4,000 sq. ft. of living space that flows to the outdoors with multi-level terraces, covered deck, hot tub, pergola and spacious backyard.

Amazing location fronting onto South Mount Royal Park.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Country Living, City Convenience 42 MORGANS ROAD SW CALGARY, AB | EXCLUSIVE $3,999,900 Nestled among the rolling hills of Springbank is a peaceful rural landscape called Morgans Rise. The picturesque setting evokes feelings of a quiet country life and an equestrian theme. This stunning family home with quad garage is nestled on a 2.27 acre lot overlooking a pond and surrounded by well manicured landscapes.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

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Sold in Altadore 3903 18 STREET SW CALGARY, AB | SOLD $1,999,800 Classic exterior with contemporary design and finishes throughout, including a feature floating block staircase and city views. The seamless open indoor/outdoor living space is perfect for family living or for hosting friends and family and the lush landscaping emphasizes the private west backyard.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Mountain Views in Springbank Hill 10 SLOPES GROVE SW CALGARY, AB | MLS C4074062 $1,985,000 With breathtaking mountain views, this custom masterpiece home perched upon a half-acre lot offers a functional open layout and elegance throughout, including a 2-storey living room, feature fireplace, and impressive barrel vaulted ceilings. Take advantage of the private outdoor setting from the wrap-around deck, terrace and walk-out patio.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Contemporary Luxury in West Springs 40 WENTWILLOW LANE SW CALGARY, AB | EXCLUSIVE INQUIRE FOR PRICE An outstanding custom built 2-storey home with contemporary design in a quiet setting overlooking trees and lush landscapes. The home flows outdoors to the private and tranquil West facing backyard. Triple garage and amazing location complete this perfect home.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

Multi-unit Investment Opportunity 2213 & 2215 23 STREET SW CALGARY, AB | MLS C4089126 $999,987 An amazing multi-unit investment property in Richmond. 2 semi-detached upgraded and renovated houses. 1,602 sq. ft. with a total of 7 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms; quad garage; 50 x 160 ft. R2 lot. Great location near shops, restaurants, schools, parks, and a short drive to downtown.

DENNIS PLINTZ 1.403.608.1112 | DPLINTZ@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DENNISPLINTZ.COM

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Sold in Garrison Woods 4263 PASSCHENDAELE ROAD SW CALGARY, AB | SOLD $658,700 Presenting The Brownstones an executive living complex. The sunny end unit is conveniently located close to the fashionable and trendy Marda Loop shopping district with specialty shops, restaurants and fitness facilities. Pride of ownership shines in the 2,750 sq. ft. of living space, 3 bedrooms plus upper loft and 4 bathrooms with fully finished basement.

RENATA M. REID 1.403.630.3991 | RREID@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA RENATAREID.COM

Walk to Top Schools in Garrison Woods 4722 21A STREET SW CALGARY, AB | MLS C4091622 $1,099,975 Executive Custom European home in Garrison Woods with king sized master bedroom retreat, 2 walk-in closets and huge spa-like ensuite.

Boasting over 3,200 sq. ft. of living space, 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms.

Located in award winning community of Garrison Woods just 10 minutes to downtown, minutes to several top schools, boutique shopping, River Park and fitness facilities.

RENATA M. REID 1.403.630.3991 | RREID@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA RENATAREID.COM

The Guardian Paramount Suites 1188 - 3RD STREET SE, SUITE 3903 CALGARY, AB | MLS C4102818 $2,419,999 Just released Paramount Suites in The Guardian (South Tower) - the tallest residential tower in Calgary located in resurgent Victoria Park. The largest of only three suites on the 39th floor, Suite 3903 boasts floor to ceiling windows and panoramic views to the north, east and south. Featuring over 2,600 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 spacious balconies and 4 parking stalls. Suite 3902 is also available and offered at $1,686,999 CORINNE POFFENROTH 1.403.804.2444 | CPOFFENROTH@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA CORINNEPOFFENROTH.COM

Stunning Pond Golf Course Views 40 SUMMIT POINTE DRIVE HERITAGE POINTE, AB | C4082580 $1,195,000 Move in ready is not a cliché in this extensively renovated bungalow with $450K+ spent on both levels since 2010. Enjoy an all new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, generous cabinets, granite counters new and resurfaced hardwood flooring. Breathe in the views of the “Heritage” signature 18th island hole on your new south backing deck.

DON BLOCKA, 1.403.650.4302 | DBLOCKA@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MARIANNA KINDRACHUK, 1.403.870.1700 | MKINDRACHUK@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA HOMESBYMARIANNA.COM

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Whitestone Island 12401 WHITESTONE ROAD, SUNSHINE COAST, BC | EXCLUSIVE $4,500,000 Escape. Adventure. Imagine. — Whitestone Island, BC. This exclusive 6 acre island estate is located in the Georgia Strait and accessible by private boat or seaplane. Home to many species of wildlife this island features a subterranean connection providing municipal power and water, a private secure dock and a never lived in, newly designed home with 270 degree of uninterrupted ocean views. Constructed around an ancient oak tree which rises up through the large outdoor viewing and lounging decks. The spectacular 2,500 sq. ft. oceanic home spent two years in construction to finely craft this masterpiece. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the private master bedroom is nestled on its own floor with a spa-inspired en-suite featuring a freestanding tub overlooking the ocean. The open concept plan was carefully deliberated to maximize ocean views and yet create a truly livable space. Whitestone provides the comfort of modern amenities with the secluded privacy of an island home. Contact Shaz Karim for more information.

SHAZ KARIM 604.649.1494 | SKARIM@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA SHAZKARIM.CA

Seaside on Salt Spring Island 229 BAY RIDGE PLACE, SALT SPRING ISLAND, BC | MLS SIRC158969 $3,250,000 Waves of west coast design awash in southern views highlight this 2,650 ft. beach house on a wide 5.75 acre stretch of low bank shoreline.

Open plan great room. Soaring beamed ceilings. Private 2 bedroom guest house. Beautiful gardens and wooded walking paths. This timeless estate could easily become the place you would rather be than anywhere else!

CHRIS HOBBS, 250.537.1778 | CHOBBS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA DARLENE HOBBS, 250.537.1778 | DHOBBS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA THEHOBBS.CA

Spectacular Resort and Lake Living 7 - 9114 HIGHWAY 31 KASLO, BC | MLS C4076289 $648,300 Beautiful strata development comprised of 26 detached residential lots owned individually with a proportionate share in the common property.

This resort sits along the Kootenay Lake; 500 ft. of private beach and stunning views of the Purcell Mountains near Kaslo, B.C. World renowned Hamill Creek Timber Homes is the exclusive builder.

DON BLOCKA, 1.403.650.4302 | DBLOCKA@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MARIANNA KINDRACHUK, 1.403.870.1700 | MKINDRACHUK@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA HOMESBYMARIANNA.COM

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Oasis in the City 5660 LOCHSIDE DRIVE, VICTORIA, BC | MLS 372381 $3,300,000 Custom built in 2003, this 5 bedroom custom residence exudes a seductive air of comfort and impeccable taste. Nestled on 2.75 sunny acres the idyllic acreage offers an active lifestyle with 4-stall barn and separate 3 car garage. Ideally located on Victoria’s famed Lochside cycling and walking trail, less than 12 minutes from downtown.

GLYNIS MACLEOD 250.661.7232 | GMACLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA GLYNISMACLEOD.COM

Town & Country 469 MONTEREY AVENUE, VICTORIA, BC | MLS ML373021 $1,148,000 Charming, very loved, artists own home where custom accents abound.

Spacious, light-filled living room with picture window and wood burning stove. Separate dining room and country kitchen with french doors to a sun splashed deck. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Near to spectacular McNeill Bay. Walk or cycle to local coffee shops or to Oak Bay village.

GLYNIS MACLEOD 250.661.7232 | GMACLEOD@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA GLYNISMACLEOD.COM

Uplands Manor D - 2612 THORPE PLACE, VICTORIA, BC | MLS 372757 $1,228,000 This stunning townhouse overlooking Willows Beach provides the best of west coast living with dynamic ocean vistas, coastal walks and the incredible backdrop of Mount Baker rising in the distance. Inside, the sweeping floor plan features grand windows and expansive balconies to celebrate the awe-inspiring location of this alluring design.

ANDY STEPHENSON 250.532.0888 | ASTEPHENSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ANDYSTEPHENSON.COM

Bayview One 213 - 100 SAGHALIE ROAD, VICTORIA, BC | MLS 373205 $679,000 One of Victoria’s premier condo developments, Bayview One sets the standard for upscale living with unparalleled amenities and endless opportunity afforded by the flourishing Songhees community just a short stroll from downtown. The 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit boasts dawn ‘til dusk natural light and exquisite detailing consummate of this luxurious build.

ANDY STEPHENSON 250.532.0888 | ASTEPHENSON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ANDYSTEPHENSON.COM

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80 Acres Wonderful Woodland 1600 GLEN LANE, VICTORIA, BC | SOLD $3,900,000 5,300 sq. ft. waterfront home surrounded by 80 acres of remarkable west coast woodland. Located 35 minutes north of Victoria, this home overlooks the Saanich Inlet, with its incomparable morning sunrises, and its namesake peninsula. Boasting over 1,200 ft. of beautiful waterfront, close to prime prawning and crabbing grounds. A very special property.

ANDREW MAXWELL 250.213.2104 | AMAXWELL@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA ANDREWMAXWELL.CA

Tranquil Lakefront Acreage 4980 ECHO DRIVE, VICTORIA, BC | MLS 372350 $1,690,000 Lakefront living at its finest. This stunning 10 acre property with 300 ft. of shoreline is being offered for sale for the first time in six decades. A serene Prospect Lake acreage containing an abundance of wildlife and rare flowers, as if you have your own private park. This west facing property has light all day and great depth off the dock.

SCOTT GARMAN, 250.896.7099 | SGARMAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA MIKE GARMAN, 250.213.8129 | MGARMAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA GARMANGROUP.CA

Executive Urban Living 1406, 707 COURTNEY STREET, VICTORIA, BC | MLS 373820 $1,395,000 Urban living with your own backyard. Sweeping downtown and ocean views. 1,200 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with stunning 1,157 sq. ft. outdoor terrace. Entertain in luxury with majestic city, mountain and ocean views from every room. The terrace, offering mature trees, irrigation , water feature and an outdoor gas fireplace for those relaxing evenings.

NANCY STRATTON, 250.380.3933 | NSTRATTON@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA SOPHIA BRIGGS, 250.418.5569 | SBRIGGS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA STRATTONANDBRIGGS.COM

Mid-Century Post & Beam View Home 1720 QUEENS AVENUE, WEST VANCOUVER, BC | SOLD $2,298,000 Enjoy beautiful Vancouver every day from this south-facing bright and warm mid-century post and beam home. Meticulously well maintained, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is situated on a 50 x 122 ft. lot and features views of Lions Gate Bridge, Downtown and Point Grey. For more information, contact Christine.

CHRISTINE KOPR 604.992.1831 | CKOPR@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA CHRISTINEKOPR.COM

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Caulfeild Luxury 4613 CAULFEILD DRIVE, WEST VANCOUVER, BC | MLS R2141710

$3,198,000 This stunning, 5 bedroom (2 with ensuites) home was completely renovated using only the best of materials. Entertainers will love the chef’s kitchen adjoining the family room, solarium and massive deck.

Delight in the low maintenance garden filled with colourful perennials.

Hobbyists will love the oversized garage filled with natural light.

JOANNE RENFER 604.836.5412 | JRENFER@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Most Spectacular Yaletown Penthouse 3801 1438 RICHARDS STREET, VANCOUVER, BC | SOLD $4,500,000 A world class Penthouse at the Azura. Absolutely stunning waterfront residence with panoramic water & city views of English Bay, False Creek, mountains and Yaletown from this house-sized suite with floor to ceiling windows and 400 sq. ft. of deck space. Completely remodelled with hi-end finishes.

JACOB KRAUSE, JACKY LEVI 778.229.5000 | JKRAUSE@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA VANCOUVERSPACES.COM

Majestic Custom Built View Home 14442 MAGDALEN AVENUE, WHITE ROCK, BC | MLS R2133230 $5,488,000 Stunning, custom, 3 level 180 degree majestic ocean view home situated in arguably the most pristine location in all of White Rock. Nothing has been overlooked in both quality of construction and premium finishing materials. An elevator services all 3 floors (doorman not included). 2/5/10 warranty. GST included. Simply spectacular.

PHILIP DUMOULIN 604.787.2114 | PDUMOULIN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA LUXURYBCESTATES.COM

Stunning Custom Ocean Park Home 13040 15TH AVENUE, SOUTH SURREY, BC | MLS R2129517 $2,388,000 Another stunning offering from Woodcrest Homes. Nestled in the heart of this wonderful lifestyle community sits this gorgeous, 3,903 sq. ft., custom 5 bedroom (all with en suite bathrooms), 2 level executive home on a 8,052 sq. ft. lot. A flexible floor plan allows for a multitude of family dynamics. 2/5/10 warranty. GST included.

PHILIP DUMOULIN 604.787.2114 | PDUMOULIN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA LUXURYBCESTATES.COM

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Yukon Residences 450 WEST 59TH STREET, VANCOUVER, BC | MLS R2088884 STARTING FROM $1,100,000 Yukon Residences is an exclusive collection of Ttownhomes and garden flats that front directly onto Winona Park. Its prestigious westside location, within Cambie Corridor South, is central to amenities such as Oakridge Centre to the north, and access to Richmond and YVR to the south. Yukon Residences is located within the catchments for top-ranked schools J.W. Sexsmith Elementary and Sir Winston Churchill Secondary— an International Baccalaureate School. Other nearby amenities include Langara Golf Course, Marine Gateway which is home to the Marine Drive Canada Line Station, Cineplex Theatres, retail shops and restaurants.

The airport is also an short 10-minute drive, making it easy for picking up and dropping off friends and family. Yukon Residences is designed by acclaimed Formwerks Architectural. The distinguished Victorian-inspired architecture features Juliet balconies, ornamental flower boxes, rich red brick and black metal detailing, as well as rooftop decks with panoramic views of South Vancouver.

WINSTON CHAN, 604.767.3221 | WCHAN@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA YUKONRESIDENCES.CA

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VillageWalk 3280 VILLAGE WAY, SUN PEAKS, BC | MLS 138210 STARTING FROM $689,900

Nancy Critchley

Just steps from the village, is VillageWalk, Sun Peaks’ newest luxury townhome development. A collection of ski-in/out luxury townhomes that offer a rare opportunity to invest just steps from the resort community in Canada’s second largest ski area. These 3 level, 3 bedroom plus flex space mountain homes offer over 2,400 sq. ft. of well planned living space including open concept main floor with spacious kitchen, high quality finishes and lofty 10 to 12 ft. ceilings. The first new homes are scheduled to be ready for occupancy in 2017. (Please refer to Disclosure Statement for specific offering details. E & O.E. Rendering is an artistic representation only.) Nestled between s mountains Sun Peaks offers 360 degrees of diverse terrain with minimal lift lines & boasts 4,270 acres of skiable terrain with 2000+ hours of sunshine annually. With nature at your doorstep, Sun Peaks offers a wide array of year round activities including 18 hole golf course, downhill and cross country mountain biking trails, summer concerts, farmer’s markets & weekly events.

LIZ FORSTER 1.250.682.2289 | LFORSTER@SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA

Nancy Critchley

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Charles 2A ALBANY, NASSAU, BAHAMAS SIRBAHAMAS.COM #29069

$7,900,000 USD

Impressive 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom luxury marina residence spanning 6,299 sq. ft. with media room, Crestron Smart Home system, custom upgrades and designer furnishings. Resort amenities, 24 hr concierge, Hotel Rental Program. 60 ft. Dock Slip Available for Purchase.

LANA RADEMAKER 1.242.457.0406 | LANA.RADEMAKER@SIR.COM SIRBAHAMAS.COM

La Mer Azure HARBOUR ISLAND, BAHAMAS SIRBAHAMAS.COM #29105

$3,195,000 USD

Magnificent views make this 2-storey, 3 bedroom ocean villa truly unique, offering secluded luxury coupled with The Pink Sands Resort services.

Surrounded by green space and privacy ‘La Mer Azure’ sits 75 ft. above sea level inviting ocean breezes all year round.

JAMES MALCOLM 1.242.376.9858 | JAMES.MALCOLM@SIR.COM SIRBAHAMAS.COM

Club Villas #8 OLD FORT BAY, BAHAMAS SIRBAHAMAS.COM #29047

$2,500,000 USD

Villa with 4 bedrooms located in a gated beachfront community. 3,104 sq. ft. of living space plus spacious verandahs on both levels. Open plan living/ dining room, spacious bright kitchen, and hardwood floors. Just a 2 minute walk from the Clubhouse restaurant, beach, pool, and gym.

CRAIG PINDER 1.242.457.2282 | CRAIG.PINDER@SIR.COM SIRBAHAMAS.COM

Jewelbox HARBOUR ISLAND, BAHAMAS SIRBAHAMAS.COM #NVBLYT

$1,650,000 USD

Old world charm meets modern amenities in this historic Loyalist cottage.

Complete with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,850 sq. ft. of indoor living space, this well-appointed home is a favorite among design magazines.

Boasts impressive rental history, exempt from property taxes until 2033.

VANESSA PRITCHARD 1.242.359.3947 | VANESSA.PRITCHARD@SIR.COM SIRBAHAMAS.COM

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J O H N PA R O T

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PAU L P.

To own a Parot drawing, painting or objet d’art is to be privy to a piece of the artist’s savvy subconscious. The LA.-based talent’s Instagram posts reflect this. He has done iconic book covers (A Wrinkle in Time) and album sleeves (Father Tiger), but it is his creations for Martin & Brockett’s chic retail showroom that have launched him into another sphere of greatness.

Toronto-born, New York City-based Azoulay has been the toast of both towns for more than 15 years. As her Instagram account conveys, Azoulay’s power lies in multidisciplinary art, using a variety of mediums and canvases to realize her vision. Her most recent work has focused on floriography, the modern study of flowers.

One of Canada’s greatest success stories in modern art, Paul P. has a closely watched Instagram account that showcases work rooted in 19th-century aestheticism. Much of his inspiration comes from the many classical and theoretical texts that this Toronto-born talent reads, which are translated through his watercolours, sketches and paintings.

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INSTA-INVESTMENT ART Six prolific talents who are shaking up the art world with their Instagram posts, By Gabrielle Segal

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TA L I L E N N O X

KRISTINE MORAN

Wilson is fast becoming one of Dallas’s hottest illustrators. His posts showcase his vivid work for The Wall Street Journal, Variety and Neiman Marcus. In his new posts, this artist behind the behind the iconography for the Welcome to Night Vale podcast, Wilson’s obsesses over Parisian architecture and his muse, a dog named Maisie.

Tali Lennox has been quietly creating art in New York City for more than five years. The daughter of Scottish pop icon Annie Lennox, she shares her mom’s high standard of work, evidenced by the quality of her paintings (portraits she posts frequently). They often mirror her part-time jobs as a runway model and an actress.

Born in Montreal and based in Brooklyn, Moran generates artwork that find a place at museums and galleries in Paris, New York and Toronto. Her posts depict an artist in transition who adores playing with hues. She uses heavy brushstrokes and a dynamic palette, which garner likes from many international collectors.

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True North: The Canadian Songbook is a double CD and accompanying deluxe, luxury coffee table book celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday. Brought to life by singer Eleanor McCain, True North: The Canadian Songbook showcases 32 of Canada's most beloved pop and folk songs, all reimagined for full symphony orchestras. This epic, multi-year passion project is a touching tribute to the people, musicians, songwriters, photographers and landscape of Canada.

ON SALE MAY 12, 2017 PHOTO: V. TONY HAUSER

It began with a spark‌ it has burned for 333 years.

The difference is Gaggenau.

In 1683, from the depths of the Black Forest, a flame sprang to life and the age of industrial craftsmanship began. From the same process that saw a forge emerge, to the introduction of the combi-steam oven to the home kitchen, we have always imagined what could be. Then built it.

333 years of working with metal is an achievement only few can claim. It exposes a success that has crossed time, distance, and cultures. Gaggenau is not just a kitchen appliance; it is the soul of a home and it is this passion that has been 333 years in the making.

For more information, please visit www.gaggenau.ca