House & Home - August 2017 by Lawrence Ambrocio

J to oe B a P ee er f’s S fec e t S cre te t ak

AUGUST 2017

HOW TO DECORATE WITH AN ALL-BLUE PALETTE

OF THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST SUMMER ROOMS

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AUGUST 2017

HOW TO DECORATE WITH AN ALL-BLUE PALETTE

ON THE COVER Lakeside living in Ontario’s Muskoka region. Story, page 66. Photography by Virginia Macdonald.

OF THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST SUMMER ROOMS

FEATURES 58 House & Home of the Month Modern Muse Cosy meets contemporary in a Hudson Valley, N.Y., country home. Text by Grace Toby 66 Decorating Rhapsody in Blue Inside a beautifully appointed boathouse by designer Anne Hepfer. Text by Ellen Himelfarb 74 Design Next Wave A family cottage on Ontario’s Lake of Bays gets an airy update. Text by Anna-Kaisa Walker

82 Inspiration A New Twist Fresh ways to embrace breezy wicker and rattan. Text by Wendy Jacob; produced by Kai Ethier and Jennifer Koper 86 Kitchen Stories Fred Morin The chef behind Montreal restaurant Joe Beef shares his favourite recipes. Text by Chris Nuttall-Smith

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Editor’s Page RSVP Our readers have their say Style Files Ideas, tips and trends More or Less Cottage bedroom essentials Colour Spotlight Limed White Home Library Fresh design reads Finds New from the world of design View Lynda Reeves’ column will return next month Focus The best pitchers and jugs Weekend Living A Hamptons-style bunkie by designer James Davie Elements of Style The Eclectic Cottage Food News Tools, tips and cookbooks Shopping List Our suppliers Source Guide Where to find it Ask A Designer™ Joel Bray’s advice for adding colour to a living room Trendwatch Highlighter

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I didn’t grow up cottaging or packing up the car and heading to the country. Our house — a white stucco bungalow in Brights Grove, Ont. — overlooked Lake Huron; the beach was an extension of our front yard. Days were spent swimming, catching minnows and making castles from the clay along the grassy banks. Evenings were for eating countless cobs of buttered corn on the front porch while admiring movie-perfect sunsets. Trust me, I knew from an early age just how lucky I was. Once, when family friends came to visit, their three kids, who were about my age, insisted on calling our home a cottage. They all lived on a working farm, so naturally, our lakefront house defied their definitions of “home.” I remember correcting them more than once that weekend — “It’s not a cottage! It’s our house!” — and feeling both confused and protective, though I wasn’t sure why. Even now, I sometimes wonder: What counts as a cottage? A few of you have recently written in to say you don’t believe a dwelling with square footage in the thousands should make the cut.

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Photography by Angus Fergusson (boathouse)/Alvaro Goveia (portrait)/Hair and makeup by Suzanne Cyr (portrait)/Wardrobe styling by Ingrie Williams (portrait)/Marble, Objekts Tabletop (portrait)/Lucite sculpture, Zig Zag (portrait)

A Summer State of Mind

Others think the decorating should be colourful and flea-market focused, and not too polished or “perfect.” That there’s a debate at all goes to show how much a summer retreat, and the memories we make in it, means to us, whether it’s a repeat rental by the ocean or a country house that’s been passed down through generations. Call it what you like — cottage or cabin, second home or vacation property — but it seems to me that the label matters less than the feeling of kicking off your shoes, taking a deep breath and tapping into your most blissed-out self. Of being surrounded by the smells of cookouts and the sounds of loved ones’ laughter. Those touchstones are the common denominators — I bet we can all agree on that. As for me, I’d give anything to be splashing around in Lake Huron again, especially once the shimmering latesummer heat hits Toronto. Lake water runs in my blood. Maybe my childhood home was a cottage all along.

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ROSEMARY COUNTER Writer, “In the Mix” (page 48) A Toronto–based writer and author of the humour book A Decadent Housewife, Rosemary’s work has appeared in The New Yorker, Maclean’s, Elle and The New York Times. What’s your favourite cottage getaway? My father, a punny lawyer, has a place in Muskoka called Counter Point and a boat called the Knot Guilty. My brothers, their partners and friends make every weekend a free-for-all of fun.

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CHRIS NUTTALL-SMITH Writer, “Kitchen Stories: Fred Morin” (page 86) For five years, Chris ate his way around Toronto as a food critic for The Globe and Mail, and before that, Toronto Life. Today he’s a judge on Top Chef Canada: All-Stars. Where do you go to relax? My wife, son and I go to a friend’s farm in Prince Edward County, Ont. It has a wood-burning sauna, a natural swimming pond and a river system that’s ringed with giant boulders you can dive off.

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I’ve been a fan of House & Home for years, but was particularly moved by the article on Tamara Taggart’s home (“Full House,” May). I never realized H&H was missing something that makes me proud to be Canadian: inclusivity. Give us more! Show us how different families with special needs make their homes work for them. — ANDREA WALTERS I’d encourage you not to promote covering backyards in concrete like in June’s “Garden Goals.” In this age of microburst storms and flash floods, homeowners need to look for ways to get rainwater into the ground rather than letting it run off into the neighbours’ yards or storm sewers. I challenge you to seek out landscape architects doing low-impact designs and feature their successes. — LESLEY PAVAN

MONEY MATTERS Readers had a lot to say about June’s Money Issue. “I’m thrilled with the financial honesty at House & Home,” wrote Janice. “Keep dispelling the myths and mystery behind beautifully designed spaces.” Rob concurred: “I’d like to thank you for attaching price tags to the projects shown. I usually get jealous when looking at these homes, but when I saw the budgets, I appreciated my own compromises all the more.” Still, Cathie wished we’d gone further: “I was disappointed you didn’t list cost breakdowns in the ‘Clean Slate’ bathroom renovation article. I’m looking to gut my own space, so they would’ve been useful.” We share your interest in real renovation budgets, and while not all designers and homeowners are open to divulging, we sincerely hope we’ll start a trend!

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I was thrilled to see the Victoria, B.C., home in March’s “Uncommon Practice.” It was exciting to see Indigenous people represented in a Canadian style magazine, and I loved their home, too. — DAWN MCGUIRE-REEVES I always read Lynda’s column because it’s packed with well-honed insights and advice. Here’s one item I’d love for her to cover. Recently, we’ve seen more walnut in kitchens and baths, but I find that it’s difficult to use. Too much, and it looks country-like; too little, and it’s hard to mix with colder materials. Is walnut a trend that will stay? If so, how can it be incorporated to the best effect in a modern environment? — CECILE LATOUR Editors’ note: Stay tuned for a piece on houseandhome.com from Lynda about decorating with walnut. (Have a burning question of your own? Submit it to our editors at askadesigner@hhmedia.com.)

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Show off summer blooms in pleated vases that pair strong architectural shapes with the soft look of folded cloth. Even when empty, they’re striking enough to keep on display.

Chest, Sharon O’Dowd Custom Furniture; tray, Cynthia Findlay Antiques; artwork, South Hill Home; wall colour, Swiss Coffee (1812), Behr; pink vase, CB2; two-tone vase, West Elm; green vase, Mjölk; shagreen vase, South Hill Home; white vase by Kelly Wearstler, Elte. SEE SHOPPING LIST

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An inviting living room in the new Merchant Sons shop in downtown Toronto.

Waste Knot, Want Knot

ECO CHIC KATHERINE YAPHE’S creative wheels started turning when she learned about the abundance of new and unused fabric scraps that are left behind by New York fashion labels. Her mindful solution is as chic as it is ecofriendly: crafting rag rugs perfect for casual spaces like cottages. Each Zerowaste runner is one-of-a-kind, handwoven in Brooklyn and adds a hit of feel-good style underfoot. By Oliver Yaphe. 2' x 9', $850. At Stylegarage and through Oliver Yaphe.

erchant Sons’ super-soft sweatshirt pillows may have been inspired by the colours of busy downtown Toronto, but layering some on a sofa or bed introduces a laid-back comfort that’s more cottage than city. Made in Canada with all-Canadian materials, the pillows can be paired with a matching sweatshirt throw for double the cosiness. The home decor brand recently opened its first namesake store in a Victorian rowhouse in Toronto, where visitors can find the full Merchant Sons line, including plush cotton towels and high-performance bedsheets. 18" sq., $40; 14" x 24", $50. At Merchant Sons.

Text by Kimberley Brown (Style Resource)/Reiko Milley (Eco Chic)/Amanda Tucci (Bright Spot)/Photography courtesy of Merchant Sons (Style Resource)

BRIGHT SPOT WITH A SHAPELY SILHOUETTE and seafaring blue shade, the new Cloche pendant by Tracy Glover Studio floats as effortlessly in a room as a buoy on tranquil waters. Handblown to order in Pawtucket, R.I., it’s available in seven metal finishes and 29 glass colours. Cloche pendant in Steel Blue and Brushed Brass, $1,830. At Hollace Cluny. 24 H&H AUGUST 2017

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3 REASONS TO FINALLY REPAINT YOUR ROOMS 1 | 75 NEW COLOURS Benjamin Moore’s just-launched Century paints push the potential of colour. Herbs, gemstones and rich minerals are only a few of the natural elements the palette tips its lid to. From mid-tones to deeper hues such as Cobalt (U8), shown here, the transformative shades give walls surprising depth and dimension. 2 | A TRENDY MATTE FINISH There’s no sheen to be seen here. Century’s special matte finish leaves walls feeling velvety soft. Use the formula for lowtraffic zones. 3 | SMALL-BATCH PRECISION Each gallon is premixed and sealed ahead of time by Benjamin Moore, rather than in-store, guaranteeing the paints are ready to roll with zero colour discrepancies. Approx. $125/gal.

FUN FACT MINI MAKEOVER

BOLD MOVES TORONTO FIRM POWELL & BONNELL DESIGNS A GRAND ENTRANCE AT THE KIPS BAY DECORATOR SHOW HOUSE. BEFORE: The hallway of the 1905 neo-Georgian mansion in midtown Manhattan already had gorgeous herringbone wood floors and handsome panelling masking several doors, but the all-white walls felt too plain for the space. No natural light filters through the passageway, and because the house was most recently a commercial building, exposed sprinkler pipes snake across the vaulted ceilings.

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AFTER: Painting the panelling black created a dramatic backdrop for a collection of faux tortoiseshells, which the designers connected to cerused oak blocks with brass rods to mimic the look of a museum display. The result transforms the hallway from a plain passageway into an artful gallery space. Overhead, a welded-steel sculpture by Ridgley Studio Works hides the sprinkler pipes and casts branch-like shadows that mimic the feeling of natural light.

FARMERS IN EUROPE’S BASQUE COUNTRY USED TO MARK THEIR OXEN BY DRAPING THEM IN LINEN WOVEN WITH THE ESTATE’S UNIQUE HOUSE STRIPES. EVENTUALLY, the durable fabric moved indoors as table and kitchen linens, and the patterns began to reflect fashion more than family. With the style pendulum swinging into colour (hello, Millennial Pink!), these quintessential summer stripes are once again a go-to for city and seasonal homes. Now that they’re offered in endless combinations, we love them for brightening everything from deck chairs to drapes. Fabric, from $80/m.; deck chair, $264. At Maison-Basque.

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Colour-blocked panelling painted in Off Black (57) by Farrow & Ball gives the hallway a focal point.

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RIGHT: Currently on our inspiration boards: this summerchic room from Keith Summerour’s new book, Creating Home: Design for Living (Rizzoli, 2017, HC 240 pages, $68).

SUMMER STYLE IDEA

Warm August days have us heading outdoors for most meals or to more casual settings than our dining rooms. Instead of leaving the dining table empty, turn it into a mini library and open-air cabinet of curiosities. Follow Atlanta-based architect and designer Keith Summerour’s lead, and stack it with coffee-table books and summer reads. Give the display height with a tall vase filled with flowers or sculptural branches, add candlesticks and tapers for evening ambience and then set out a dish or tray to be slowly filled with summer-day mementoes: stones from the beach, a fallen nest, feathers.

Verrieres

NOW: Today’s pale and pretty versions.

NOW & THEN

A LONG-STANDING FAVOURITE OF TOP DESIGNERS, THIS CENTURIES-OLD FLORAL FABRIC HAS MODERN-DAY APPEAL IN BRAND NEW HUES. NOW: Soft and subtle, the fabric’s four new colourways — Canary, Spring, Aqua and Pebble — give the iconic floral an understated look. The pattern is equally at home in a château, condo or cabin. Follow the influential designers that made Verrieres popular and use it in several spots in the same space: on windows, furniture, pillows …. With this print, more is more. $474/yd. At Lee Jofa (Canada) and Brunschwig & Fils (U.S.). 28 H&H AUGUST 2017

THEN: The 1960s’ more saturated colours.

THEN: Brunschwig & Fils introduced Verrieres to North America in 1960, but the fabric was originally created by textile magnate Jean Jacques de Luze in Switzerland in 1810. The pattern became famous in the ’50s, when decorator Henri Samuel used the blue version in abundance for writer Louise de Vilmorin’s château outside Paris. In 1984, New York designer Mario Buatta did the same in a bedroom in the Kips Bay Decorator Show House. SEE SHOPPING LIST

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MORE OR LESS Add polish to a cottage bedroom with pale linens and tailored accents. Produced by JEN MASSEAU

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Small Maxine sconce in Blackened Pewter with Polished Nickel Accents. Pewter; nickel. 9¼" h. × 14½" d. × 8" diam. (shade). Through The Urban Electric Co.

Garden City Wall sconce in Old Bronze by Hudson Valley Lighting. Brass. 23" h. × 33¼" d. × 8” diam. (shade). Through Sescolite.

Imbrie Articulating sconce in Oil Rubbed Bronze. Brass. 13¼" h. × 17" d. × 8" diam. (shade). Through Rejuvenation.

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Duvet Set in Sage. Linen. Queen: 92¼" l. × 96¾" w. Through Cultiver.

Duvet cover and shams in Pale Harbor. Linen. Full/Queen: 88" l. × 92" w. At West Elm.

Puderviva duvet cover and pillowcases in Green. Linen. Queen: 86" sq. At Ikea.

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Drommen Standing mirror by Jannis Ellenberger. Acacia; glass. 67" h. × 25¼" w. × 21¼" d. At CB2.

Loxley Cheval Wall mirror in Natural. Wood veneer; glass. 59" h. × 15½" w. × 12" d. Through AllModern.

Oak mirror. Oak; glass; MDF. 59½" h. × 17½" w. × 13" d. At Muji.

TRUNK-STYLE DRESSER $2,110

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Ludlow dresser. Plywood; particleboard; canvas; leather; mahogany. 36½" h. × 42" w. × 21" d. At Pottery Barn.

Antique Steamer Trunk Wide dresser in Flax. Leather; canvas; steel; brass; wood. 36" h. × 42" w. × 18" d. Through RH Baby & Child.

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$649 Altona chest in Tan & Espresso by Three Posts. Leather; linen; birch; stainless steel. 34" h. × 35" w. × 15" d. Through Wayfair Canada.

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HOW TO MAKE A BIG STATEMENT A bright white all over can be stark, but layers of limed white create depth — a tonal rug and creamy upholstery piled with bold prints, set against limed white grasscloth, suggests lived-in sophistication. Punch it up with cool dark blue, grey and purple accents, and finish the look with patinated woods to bring the scheme to life. PAIR IT WITH:

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MUSTREADS Inspiring books for unique homes. Text by JESSICA FLOWER UPGRADE By the editors at Gestalten Sometimes you have to keep the old to get something new. Upgrade highlights whole houses, floors and rooms that have been refurbished, revitalized or rethought — bringing fresh air into heritage shells, and preserving and improving wherever possible. It’s the best of both worlds. Standout space: A historical barn in the Swiss countryside was converted into a modern home, where instead of solid walls, a patchwork of peekaboo wooden slats, punctuated by slim windows, provides privacy and light. Gestalten, 2017, HC 256 pages, $65.

BLUE & WHITE AND OTHER STORIES By William Yeoward Though London-based designer William Yeoward is renowned for his love of blue and white, he’s happy to extol the virtues of other classic colour pairings, too. His musings and advice on decorating with ochre and green or pink and grey, for example, are instructive and enlightening. Designer advice: An unusual but timeless colour is amethyst, William says. It makes a statement but isn’t tied to a season or occasion, nor is it too delicate. Cico Books, 2017, HC 192 pages, $56.

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME By James T. Farmer III Tracing his love for design back to his childhood in Georgia, James T. Farmer III takes readers on a journey through the antebellum properties he’s worked on, including homes he admired as a child, all done with charm and grace. The decorated interiors are easygoing and deeply personal to the homeowners — perfect spaces in which to enjoy a mint julep or two. Words of wisdom: “May we all find places to call home, feather these nests with our favourite treasures, and simply be ourselves in these homes.” Gibbs Smith, 2017, HC 208 pages, $57. MAKING MIDCENTURY MODERN By Christopher Kennedy Mid-century modern looks as good now as it did 60 years ago — just ask Palm Springs designer and mid-century style enthusiast Christopher Kennedy. His book offers a point-by-point guide to making classic mid-century motifs livable in the modern age, including tips on whiting out a fireplace surround and camouflaging a large flatscreen television. Inside scoop: Rife with mustknow designers and brands, little design moments and major style moves, it reads like a stylish crash course in everything mid-century. Gibbs Smith, 2017, HC 208 pages, $50. FROM CLASSIC TO CONTEMPORARY By Elissa Cullman and Tracey Pruzan From New York–based design firm Cullman & Kravis comes their latest comprehensive book on decorating dos and don’ts — this time written with the goal of reinterpreting traditional interiors and styles for modern-day homes. The result showcases an artful mix of timeless styles and standout vintage pieces. Updated classic: Blending eras means finding a common theme: In one case, a contemporary digital pigment print of a tiger hangs above a colonial campaign chest with exotic silver details. The Monacelli Press, 2017, HC 272 pages, $86.

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WEEKEND LIVING COASTAL LIVING ROOM Seafaring style comes ashore in this living room complete with a storage ottoman and pullout sofa. Two glass lamps (made from flea market vases) balance out the space, while a large metal sign and copper lantern add playful patina. Sign, The Door Store; lantern, Around the Block; rug, Overstock; lamp bases, Brimfield Antique Show.

BEACHY KEEN Hamptons style travels north of the border to a cottage bunkie in Ontario’s Muskoka region. Text by EMILY EVANS Photography by DONNA GRIFFITH

Repeat clients are something most designers strive for, but as James Davie can attest, that doesn’t mean offering repeat designs. “Nobody wants a do-over of their city house while they’re up on the lake,” he says. So when a city-dwelling family, whom James had worked with before, asked him to tackle their 250-square-foot cottage bunkie, he knew just where to look for inspiration. “You embrace the environment and the view out the windows and go with that,” he says. Of course, it certainly helps when that view happens to be of Ontario’s famed Lake Muskoka. With the shell already constructed, and plumbing and electrical roughed in, James got to work applying the finishing layers. Offsetting custom designs with big-box-store steals and vintage pieces kept the project on budget, ensuring the bunkie was ready for all the sandy feet, wet bathing suits and sticky s’mores fingers summer has to offer.

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WEEKEND LIVING Geometric fabric pops against the wall-to-wall panelling

COMPLEMENTARY COLOUR SCHEME Painting the window trim, baseboards and crown moulding light blue, and using a deeper blue on the cabinetry and shelves, adds dimension. “I wanted a more complex paint story,” says James. Traditional apron-style supports and beaded edges make the open shelves look more substantial. Canisters, The Door Store; blind fabric, Dedar; sewing, Kingswood Drapery Service; faucet, Brizo.

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SPACE-SAVVY KITCHENETTE Despite the small footprint, James managed to fit a full-size farmhouse sink, under-counter fridge and plenty of storage into the kitchenette. Mint-green enamel shades give the light fixtures a vintage look. Sink, Signature Hardware; stools, eBay; light fixtures, Rejuvenation; shelves and cabinetry fabrication, Ken Zeggil Construction; cabinetry hardware, Whitechapel.

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CROWN MOULDING & TRIM Yarmouth Blue (HC-150), Benjamin Moore. “The perfect combination of blue and grey.”

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CABINETS Stratton Blue (HC-142), Benjamin Moore. “This gentle aquamarine resembles the colour of the sea, in my opinion.”

James designed a ladder and rope railing to give access to the second floor. With one full and two twin beds in the loft, and a pullout sofa on the main floor, the bunkie can sleep six. Trunk, eBay; rope, Knot & Rope Supply; wallpaper, Phillip Jeffries; railing construction, Ken Zeggil Construction.

PANELLING Hollingsworth Green (HC-141), Benjamin Moore. “A light green that’s warm and doesn’t venture into mint territory.” PINT-SIZE POWDER ROOM James generally prefers swing doors, but with space at a premium, a pocket door made the most sense here. Painting it a darker blue than the trim is an unexpected designer touch. Flooring, The Floor Shop; mirror, eBay; sconce, Rejuvenation.

POCKET DOOR Jamestown Blue (HC-148), Benjamin Moore. “I love using this bold Colonial blue on doors.” 46 H&H AUGUST 2017

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A double-wide living space A pair of sitting areas, each boasting its own fireplace, makes room for both immediate and extended family. “One is more traditional, with sofas for reading, while the other is more like a lounge, with a hidden TV for watching movies,” says cottage owner Laurence Martocq. Coffee table, Muskoka Living; sofas, Ikea; garden stool, Elte; throw pillows (on slipper chairs), Peaks & Rafters; pillows (on sofa), Y&Co.

After having her second daughter 10 years ago, Heritage Cookbook co-owner Laurence Martocq went looking for a getaway property like the one she went to in the Bahamas as a child: a welcoming, breezy hub where the whole family could convene. A dozen unsuccessful viewings later, Laurence got lucky at her last showing — the cottage next door to the first one she viewed. “It had just come up for sale and wasn’t even listed yet,” says the Torontonian. The bright, 4,500-square-foot open-concept space inspired love at first sight. After the all-important thumbs-up from her designer sister, Virginie, with whom she shares a similar aesthetic, Laurence made an offer just days later. Over the next decade, Laurence’s home away from home in Ontario’s Muskoka region came together as most cottages do: slowly but surely, with input from family, and a mix of old furniture and new pieces. Atop a ready canvas — walls already painted bright white, no major renovations needed — Laurence created a playful, colour-filled cottage that suits all bodies passing through with two living rooms, four bedrooms and three bathrooms (plus a bunk room for her kids, Eloise, 13, and Charlotte, 10). “On our busiest weekend, we have 16 people here,” says Laurence. And hey, when you’re family, what’s a few more? “Someone can always sleep in the boathouse!”

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Bright and ever-changing Though Laurence loves visiting her neighbours’ raw wooden cottages, she enjoys layering cheerful hues over a white base in her own spaces. The colourful accents rotate in and out, depending on what shade feels inspiring at the time. “Right now, I’m into pink,” she says. Ottoman, slipper chairs, HomeSense; slipper chair fabric, Ikea.

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Greyed board-and-batten siding has loads of cottage charm and lets the landscape take centre stage. A wide deck offers enough space for a generous lounge area, made even more appealing with piles of pillows in striped and blockprinted patterns.

Since the original grey glass-and-metal railing didn’t go with Laurence’s desired look, she decided to design her own Chippendale-inspired version from scratch. “I found a local carpenter, showed him a picture, and he replicated it so accurately that it blew me away,” she says. At the staircase’s base is a Norwegian daybed — a family heirloom and, if necessary, another bed. Rice paper pendants, Ikea; small purple throw pillow, Memo Showroom; carpentry, Groh Construction. H&H AUGUST 2017 49

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ALL-WHITE BACKDROP Crisp white walls, ceilings and beams let brighter textiles and accessories enjoy the spotlight. Paint colour (throughout), Cloud White (CC-40), Benjamin Moore.

JUICY COLOURS Vibrant oranges and pinks feel fresh and unexpected in a cottage setting.

FURNITURE

Simple meets stylish Laurence found a perfectly sized dining table at her local Ikea. “It’s solid wood, very heavy and sturdy, and I assembled it myself,” she says. For pizzazz, Laurence selected mid-century-style chairs and an eye-catching chandelier that looks like a large piece of coral. Dining chairs, Gus* Modern; rug, West Elm; fruit bowl, vase (on table), Peaks & Rafters.

EXOTIC PATTERNS Ornate prints add global flair to Laurence’s rooms. Patterned throw pillow fabric by John Robshaw, Muskoka Living.

ACCENTS

Updated hardware and accessories “This dresser is a really old piece from New England in its original milk-paint colour, almost robin’s-egg blue,” says Laurence. “It’s a family heirloom that’s been passed on, so of course I wanted to include it.” New knobs, storage containers and a vase of fresh flowers give it an updated look. Artwork, Muskoka Living; knobs, Anthropologie; lamp, Peaks & Rafters. 50 H&H AUGUST 2017

GRAPHIC STRIPES Bold, thick striped rugs sprinkled throughout the cottage balance out all the pretty, small-scale patterns, keeping the overall look from feeling precious. Rug, Crate & Barrel.

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A dash of DIY Wherever possible, Laurence puts her creative skills on display. “I made the two guest bedroom headboards with plywood, foam and fabric that I hung on the wall,” she says. She crafted throw pillow covers (not visible) from various collected fabrics that caught her eye, while the hats were a thrifty find at a market in the Bahamas. Headboard fabric, Fabric.com; pink-and-white bedding, HomeSense; lantern throw pillow, Y&Co.

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Passed-down pieces

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In the principal bedroom, a simple fourposter bed pairs well with a turn-of-thecentury French daybed — a Martocq family antique. The table beneath the mirror is another handed-down piece. “That’s actually my mom’s childhood desk,” says Laurence. Bedding, DwellStudio.

A pair of roll-up schoolhouse maps were a gift from an antiquecollecting family member. Just don’t plan a modern-day trip with them. “They’re pre–World War Two and have different geographical boundaries,” says Laurence.

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Tranquil, with expansive views The cottage is set on a wide lakefront plot that’s tucked behind an island — so the water is virtually boat traffic–free. Classic architecture and landscaping evoke the quintessential Canadian cottage, making the more exuberant interiors a pleasant surprise for visiting friends and family. Architecture, Tim Sittler; landscaping, Laurence Martocq.

PATTERN

Wallpaper with heart Though Laurence clearly loves white, the bathrooms were begging for colour. “Before she passed away, my mom wallpapered this room and taught me how,” she says. Not many bathrooms deliver fond memories like this one. Runner, Y&Co; artwork, Monkboy USA; wallpaper, Umbra.

OUTDOOR FEATURE

A dock like no other Laurence’s many visitors tend to spend most of the day outside, thanks to lots of open space and great sight lines. An oversized octagonal dock, built by the previous owners, is the only one of its kind on the lake.

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IN THE BUCOLIC WOODS OF UPSTATE NEW YORK, A MANHATTAN FILM EXECUTIVE REALIZES HER MID-CENTURY MODERN VISION WITH A COSY SPIN.

With windows on three walls and a woodburning fireplace, the sunken living room is where Sloane spends most of her time. The space holds many of her mid-century pieces, including a Poul Hundevad Guldhoj stool, Greta Grossman floor lamp and vintage Isamu Noguchi table that she bought for her first apartment when she was 19. Sofa, Pinch; black lamp by Greta Grossman, Design Within Reach; wooden lamp, Bddw.

A wraparound deck was built on the back of the house, overlooking the meadow and pond beyond. Patio furniture, Usona Home.

FROM HER SHOE-BOX-SIZE RENTAL in Brooklyn, N.Y., Sloane Klevin travels a straight shot north to her country house in the Hudson River Valley. The area, nicknamed “Hollywood on the Hudson” for the many A-list celebrities who own property there — including Justin Timberlake, Diane Sawyer and Bill Gates — is an oasis of wide-open spaces and small-town charm for New Yorkers like Sloane, a film editor and producer known for awardwinning features such as Real Women Have Curves and Taxi to the Dark Side (which took home the 2008 Oscar for Best Documentary). After several practice runs at nearby summer rentals, the self-avowed “nature geek” knew she was ready for a place to call her own. In 2012, she purchased a 1940s bungalow set on four acres of rolling meadow, transforming it from a dark warren of small rooms into a sun-drenched retreat. Its all-white envelope provides the ideal backdrop for the design enthusiast to display her collection of coveted mid-century H&H AUGUST 2017 59

A pair of vintage rocking chairs offers classic fireside seating below rustic beams. Rug, Selina van der Geest.

Homeowner Sloane Klevin sits outside her home.

modern pieces. She grew to love the style early, learning at the foot of her grandmother, Dorothy Hoffman, an interior designer. While other kids her age were playing cards, Sloane was discovering the difference between a Jalk and a Juhl — two of the most influential mid-century modern Danish designers. Combining this modern sensibility with cosy comforts encourages the kind of slow-paced pleasures she was seeking from country life, like watching the change of seasons from the ease of a vintage Hans Wegner rocking chair. “In full summer, the trees are heavy with leaves and it’s completely private, but it’s also great here with two feet of snow on the ground and a fire going,” says Sloane. Obviously, we couldn’t wait to hear more. HOUSE & HOME: You seem like a happy urbanite. Why did you want a home in the country? SLOANE KLEVIN: I mostly grew up in Malibu Canyon, an area in California where you’re surrounded by nature. Every day after school, we’d go surfing or hiking. I love the spontaneity and energy of the city, but I couldn’t live without nature. I can’t wait to get up to my property this weekend because I know there will be blue wildflowers, and the nettles are blooming, so hummingbirds, butterflies and goldfinches will be dipping in and out. I’m hooked on the idea of spending the week in the city and the weekend in the country. Even my miniature pinscher, Benson, becomes depressed if he doesn’t get up north. H&H: What’s the most surprising thing about weekends in the country? SK: How long the days feel with no distractions; how deeply relaxing being away from the city is; how soft my skin feels from bathing in well water; and how bright the moon is at night. H&H: Why did you snap up this property in Columbia County? SK: I had previously rented two other properties — one was a farm and the other was architect Douglas Larson’s 18th-century Colonial house. 60 H&H AUGUST 2017

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Sloane and designer Selina van der Geest had the dining nook’s banquette custommade from a photo they found. It serves as a casual gathering spot for meals. Table, black armchairs, Sawkille; pillows, Selina van der Geest; sconces by Lampe Gras, Design Within Reach; pendant by George Nelson, Regeneration Furniture.

A double-sided fireplace warms the living room as well as the open-plan dining and sitting area on the other side of the wall. Artwork (above fireplace), Nick Waplington.

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CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT: Sloane loves to cook and entertain when she’s in the country, so Selina suggested ready-made kitchen cabinets and subway tiles for durability and ease. Stepladder, Paula Rubenstein. • The island table was a vintage piece that the designer elevated to match the countertop height. Island, 1stdibs; pendant, Jielde. • In the front entry, an unembellished staircase and Alvar Aalto’s sunken bentwood Paimio armchair set the tone for Sloane’s curated mid-century collection. • Though the original façade was salvaged, a new side-entry porch now acts as the welcoming main entrance. Sconce, Barn Light Electric. • The wood siding was painted dark grey, and a metal standing-seam roof tops off the industrial look.

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A showerhead, railings and a custompainted six-foot-long vintage clawfoot tub in black add punch to the principal ensuite’s otherwise stark-white envelope. Tub, Randolph Morris.

Every few months I’d make him an offer that he’d flatly turn down. Instead, he suggested I buy my own place and promised to help me build it. His advice: Look for a terrible house with good bones and a great location. When Douglas saw this place, he said, “It’s pretty bad, but I think we can turn it into something charming.” H&H: What do you love about Douglas’s style? SK: He and I are aesthetically aligned. When I rented his place, I instantly felt right at home. His house mixes vintage with modern while managing to remain warm and inviting. In the end, I got his aesthetic but with more space and higher ceilings. H&H: What was your vision for the renovation? SK: When I lived in Los Angeles, I was surrounded by modern architecture. What spoke to me was having something traditional in the front and modern in the back, where my furniture and art could be at home. We wanted to work with the existing footprint as much as possible, so we kept the original façade and put an addition on the back and sides. H&H: The dark grey exterior with the all-white interior is so striking. What inspired this treatment? SK: I initially wanted an all-black house. When I saw CONTINUED ON PAGE 108 a nearby grey house done by my Barn light sconces and the concrete-andwood floating vanity are tucked between open rough-sawn wood shelving, which replaces the need for a medicine cabinet. Mirror by Jacques Adnet, Gubi; sconces, Barn Light Electric.

The home’s original dark pine flooring was stripped and painted white. Selina had the iron bed in the secondfloor guest room powder-coated black; the colourful kilim rug, Amish quilt and vintage chest help warm the palette. Bedding, Matteo; rug, Selina van der Geest; side tables by Paul McCobb, Modern Living Supplies.

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“EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT, A GROUP TEXT GOES OUT, SAYING, “WHO’S UP THIS WEEKEND?” ABOVE: The principal bedroom’s uncluttered layout highlights Sloane’s mid-century modern Børge Mogensen chair and stool in the corner, and her George Nelson dresser. Bed, Objets Mécaniques; bedding, Matteo; rug, Selina van der Geest; side tables, e15; sconces by Lampe Gras, Design Within Reach; vintage dresser by George Nelson, Naga Antiques. RIGHT: Architect Douglas Larson designed the principal bedroom around the Shaker-style stove installation. Its streamlined design and sitting bench are equal parts art and function. A James Turrell print hangs behind. Stove by Antonio Citterio with Toan Nguyen, Wittus; artwork, James Turrell.

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WITH ITS SOARING RAFTERS and walkout deck, this breezy cottage could masquerade as a whitewashed beach house (right down to the supersized white sofas and beadboard). In fact, the airy two-bedroom space is perched atop a Muskoka, Ont., boathouse. The main house is set back from the shores of Lake Rosseau, up a steep set of stairs and obscured by pine trees. That means the boathouse links life to the water, a fact Toronto designer Anne Hepfer played up with perfectly orchestrated blue fabrics and furnishings. “They’re not common blues, and they look different once they’re in the boathouse — the strong light from the lakeside views changes them, and they just pop,” she says. Bringing her cosmopolitan eye for tailored details and vivid colour two hours north of the city, Anne gutted the boathouse’s original living quarters to fashion a bright, textural space for relaxing OPPOSITE: The boathouse’s — whether it’s a yoga session in the morning or main rooms were updated sipping sundowners at cocktail hour — right at with new windows and doors, the water’s edge. “It’s where people congregate,” and light oak floors. Anne she says. “The family serves buffets at the created a custom banquette kitchen island and dines in the bay window for the bay window and covered it in a durable outdoor overlooking the water when they’re not eating fabric. Dining chairs, Palecek; outside … it’s an oasis for downtime.” The banquette upholstery fabric owners, a Toronto couple with grown children, by Maria Flora, Primavera couldn’t agree more. Here’s how Anne created Interior Furnishings; sconces, this waterfront haven made for family memories. The Urban Electric Co. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Designer Anne Hepfer (above) chose blue and white upholstery for the dockside seating area, mixing tones and prints to create interest and depth.“If colours start to match too much, the whole scheme falls flat.” The two-storey boathouse optimizes its waterfront perch with a wraparound balcony and dock-level lounge seating. H&H AUGUST 2017 67

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Create casual seating zones

“Floating the furniture in the middle of the room gives the centre weight, which was necessary because the ceiling is so high,” says Anne. Two oversized seeded-glass lamps softly deﬁne the 16'-high space but don’t block sight lines. “It’s nice to have curved lamps when everything else is quite square,” she adds. Armchairs, Anne Hepfer Designs; armchair fabric by Vanderhurd, Y&Co.

Emphasize the view

Anne removed interior walls in favour of an open ﬂoor plan that maximizes the natural light and creates uninterrupted views of the lake. Back-to-back sofas divided by a console table ensure there’s always ample seating, while a custom coffee table topped with backpainted glass has a lower level for storage, reducing visual clutter. Sofas, coffee table, console, Anne Hepfer Designs; sofa upholstery fabric, Télio; sofa trim, Kravet Canada; throw pillow fabric by Vanderhurd, Y&Co. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

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Make task lighting the star Given the sloped ceilings, Anne knew long pendants over the kitchen island would look awkward. Instead, she designed a pair of polished-nickel gooseneck task lights — a nod to outdoor dock lighting — and had them mounted on either end of the island. “At night, the kitchen just glows,” she says.

Lights, stools, Anne Hepfer Designs; stool fabric, Kravet Canada.

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Capture the scene Bookcases lined with pale blue grasscloth bookend the living room window’s leafy vista. The sand-toned rubberized rug resembles sisal but won’t stain or show dirt, making it ideal for carefree cottage living. Chair upholstery by Vanderhurd, Y&Co.; grasscloth by Phillip Jeffries, Crown Wallpaper & Fabrics; coffee table, Scenario Home; picture light by Circa Lighting, Elte; armchair, Anne Hepfer Designs; armchair fabric by Lee Jofa, Kravet Canada.

Embrace wood tones Wood acts as a sculptural element in an outdoor seating area in front of the boathouse. The knots and whorls of a large stump and the bleached driftwood mirror, which mimics a porthole, are naturally intriguing. Anne mixed abstract prints with smaller scale checks and stripes for a playful, yet sophisticated effect. Sconces by Artcraft Lighting, Universal Lighting; sofa and chair upholstery fabric by Perennials, Télio; table, Uprooted Designs; armchairs by Kingsley Bate, Fresh Home & Garden; mirror, banquette, Anne Hepfer Designs.

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Make little moments special Twin beds with built-in storage underneath steal the show in the smaller bedroom. “You want your guests to have an element of surprise,” says Anne. “This makes them feel special and excited about the space they’re going to stay in.” Bed, Anne Hepfer Designs; bed upholstery fabric by Peter Dunham, Y&Co.; nightstand, Made Goods; window treatment fabrics, Kravet Canada.

Sprinkle in natural materials A rope-framed mirror and a dresser faced with lacquered grasscloth subtly connect indoors and out, but the dresser’s curvy Deco shape keeps the overall aesthetic from becoming too rustic. Dresser, Bungalow 5; lamp, Crate & Barrel; mirror, Shades of Light.

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Bed, bench, Anne Hepfer Designs; bed upholstery fabric, Robert Allen; bench upholstery fabric by Jab Anstoetz, Primavera Interior Furnishings; carpet, The Red Carpet & Rug; sconces by Robert Abbey, Universal Lighting; nightstands, Made Goods.

Play with scale A 7'-high upholstered headboard and extra-tall window valances in the principal bedroom create a cosy counterbalance to the high ceilings. The print on the headboard recalls the brushstrokes of a Group of Seven canvas, functioning as a piece of art. “At dusk and dawn, you get purply hues in the sky that reflect on the water,” says Anne. “While I don’t like to be too literal in design, I love that this fabric is very painterly.”

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DESIGN

NEXT WAVE Homeowners Bernard and Jan Lette with their niece Geneva (front) enjoying the lake.

THANKS TO A TRANSATLANTIC DESIGN TEAM (AND THE MAGIC OF FACETIME), A DATED FAMILY COTTAGE IS REBORN AS A BRIGHT AND MODERN SPACE.

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Tired of the dark pine interior that came with the original cottage, the Lettes lightened up with warm white walls and nautical accents. Wall colour, Dove Wing (OC-18), Benjamin Moore; armchairs, Barrymore Furniture; striped upholstery fabric, Sunbrella; sofas, Statum Designs; sofa fabric, Sailrite; throw pillows (on sofa), throws, Elte; basket (with throw), Pimlico Design Gallery.

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FOR MOST PEOPLE, a “pied-à-terre” is a city condo or a petite rental. Not so for Jan and Bernard Lette. Their Canadian crash pad is a sprawling lakefront home, reached by a transatlantic flight to Toronto from their fulltime residence in Geneva, Switzerland, and a two-hour drive to Ontario’s Muskoka region. But the Swiss-Canadian couple wouldn’t have it any other way. After a major renovation, it’s the ultimate summer gathering spot for far-flung family and friends. Four years ago, Bernard and Jan gave up their Toronto home to move to a small town near Geneva, wanting closer ties to Bernard’s SwissFrench heritage and his law firm’s European clients. But the cottage, perched over Lake of Bays, had to stay in the family. The couple’s two 20-something daughters, who work in finance and IT in Toronto, treasure the place. “It’s where they spent their summers as kids,” says Jan. The dock was famous among the daughters’ high school classmates for its epic parties, even earning a mention in the yearbook. The Lettes bought the cottage in 2002, after years of renting in the area. Determined to have a place of their own, they set their sights on a western exposure. But with no usable waterfront, the property’s deep shoreline had to be blasted back 25 feet, through Canadian Shield rock, to build a boathouse. As for the cottage itself, the interior had a dated lodge vibe, all dark pine and tight spaces. It’s now connected to the water by a wooden staircase — no fewer than 70 steps up from the dock. But the reward for all that climbing is a stunning view and a getaway that grows more important to the family as the years go by. In 2015, Jan and Bernard renovated the main floor, wanting to make better use of the space for family gatherings. Enlisting Toronto designer and niece-in-law Alex Arnott, they reimagined the all-pine interior as a breezy, Cape Cod–esque retreat. “Since we’re only there in the summer, I wanted it to feel fresh,” says Jan, a former design professional herself, who co-owned a drapery workshop and interiors firm in Toronto. With some unconventional paint and tile choices, modern lighting, antique rugs and an improved layout, the house is now a serene family getaway. Co-ordinating a renovation from overseas is not for the faint of heart, and Jan relied on Alex to be her eyes, ears and feet for the six-month

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Even after moving to Switzerland, the Lettes decamp to Ontario’s Lake of Bays for the summer with their two cats. “We love the pristine water and the fact that there isn’t a busy boating atmosphere,” Jan says.

construction. “Our emails back and forth every day could be an epic novel,” Jan jokes. Alex even drove up through snow and ice to check on the builders’ progress and to do FaceTime walk-throughs with Jan. General contractor Mike McCabe of Foxpoint Construction, who had built the family’s boathouse 14 years prior, perfectly executed Jan and Alex’s vision. “His team braved a very cold winter with the heat turned off while they worked to keep to the end-of-June deadline,” Jan says. Their efforts paid off. “In the end, every bead of sweat was worthwhile,” says Alex. “It was so gratifying to work with clients who saw the potential in a space that technically had everything, but was dated and ordinary.” The renovation seems to have drawn attention from a different kind of crowd. Last year, Jan and Bernard noticed a new neighbour taking up residence in a nearby tree: a nesting bald eagle, made more visible because of the elevation. Perhaps one rare bird attracts another.

ABOVE: To make the space more efficient for gatherings, the Lettes moved the dining table into the former family room. When the patio doors are opened and the outdoor table is brought in, the space seats up to 20 people. Dining table, Wooden Penny; pendants, black bowl, Elte. TOP RIGHT: Playing on the Cape Cod theme, Jan had a bench built out of mahogany and painted with high-gloss lacquer, like the varnished wood on a vintage boat. Sconce, Circa Lighting; baskets, Elte; rug, Pimlico Design Gallery. MIDDLE RIGHT: A small desk and turned-wood lamp were tucked into a corner of the dining room, creating an office nook with a view. RIGHT: With no usable waterfront, the Lettes had a cantilevered boathouse and dock built as soon as they first bought the cottage.

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Not wanting to go too overboard on the nautical theme, Jan liked the Mediterraneanstyle patterned tile Alex suggested for the backsplash for the cooktop, a hub for this family of avid cooks. “After using induction in Europe, where it’s more common, I love it. In a hot summer kitchen, it’s amazing how cool it stays,” says Jan. Patterned tile, Saltillo Imports; cooktop, Thermador; glass jug, Peaks & Rafters.

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TOP LEFT: Jan fell in love with the idea of using brass accents and a blue-and-white palette for the kitchen. She had custom brass edging made for the vent hood, along with brass toekicks that pick up on the warmth of the floor colour. Light fixtures (over island), Elte; countertops, Apex Custom Fabrication. TOP RIGHT: Jan bought the suitcase-style coffee table about 25 years ago, and although it’s not an antique, it has developed a beautiful patina over time. RIGHT: The custom millwork in the kitchen was painted a dark grey that reads as slate blue. A bar console is equipped with brass library lights for mixing evening G&Ts. Cabinetry, DV Kitchens and Baths; cabinet colour, Raccoon Fur (2126-20), Benjamin Moore; black basket, cutting board, Pimlico Design Gallery; tea towel, Ginger’s. BOTTOM LEFT: The Lake of Bays community’s strict lot size and setback bylaws preserve each cottage’s sense of privacy and peacefulness, even in the height of the summer season.

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The original cottage had a huge principal bedroom — “You could throw a Frisbee in there,” Jan says — but a tiny bathroom and closets. They rejigged the proportions to make the space more balanced, allowing for an airy and luxurious ensuite complete with a steam shower and double vanity. Custom vanity, Iron Age Toronto; floor tile, Céragrès; towels, Ginger’s; soap, bath oil, Lothantique; toothbrushes, toothpaste, Marvis. 80 H&H AUGUST 2017

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TOP LEFT: A waterside bank of lounge chairs provides the ideal spot to rest in between water sports and cocktail hour. Towels, Ginger’s. TOP MIDDLE: In the reconfiguration of the principal ensuite, a new wall split the space in two, so Jan moved the bed to face the deck. Confronted with a blank expanse, Jan decided on a feature wall of panelling made of drywall and wood trim, finished in a soft blue, to add architectural interest without breaking the bank. The room is now a breezy retreat with European flair. Bedding, Au Lit Fine Linens. MIDDLE LEFT: As the sun sets over the lake, it’s easy to see why Jan and Bernard settled on this spot for their dream cottage. MIDDLE RIGHT: The two-storey boathouse is actually one level with a cathedral ceiling, but it has a wraparound upper deck. A cupola was added for exterior appeal and charm. “I love that it looks like a little schoolhouse,” Jan says. BOTTOM LEFT: “The bunkie was originally used as a storage shed, but we needed an extra bedroom for guests during the high summer months, so we converted it last year,” says Jan. Throw pillow, throw, Elte.

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INSPIRATION

A NEW TWIST A BREEZY SUMMER STAPLE, TODAY’S WOVENS ARE GRAPHIC, MODERN AND PERFECT FOR RIGHT NOW. Produced by KAI ETHIER and JENNIFER KOPER Text by WENDY JACOB | Photography by VALERIE WILCOX

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USUALLY SPOTTED ON LANAIS and the walls of tropical resorts, wovens have emerged as hip boho essentials and welcome companions to today’s cleanlined architecture and Scandiblond woods. With so many options on the market today — from the intricate to the supersimple — it’s easy to use these pieces to layer your rooms.

An open, airy weave tempers the scale of this oversized shade so it still feels light

OPPOSITE: Chair, Elte; bench, Ikea; white basket, CB2; wallpaper, Thibaut; baskets (on wall), basket (with plant), Snob; sisal rug, HomeSense; small rug, Absolutely North; throw pillow (on floor, top), Williams Sonoma; throw pillow (on floor, bottom), Pottery Barn; throw pillows (on chair), H&M Home.

EASY AFTERNOON DIY ADD CANE TO CABINET DOORS Pre-woven cane (sold by the foot) brings dimension and interest to a cabinet’s glass doors. Measure the size of the glass and add an extra inch all around. Cut out a cane panel to fit those dimensions and affix it to the back frame of each cabinet door behind the glass with a staple gun. Cabinet, Ikea; caning, Lee Valley; basket, Mjölk.

BALANCE THE SCALE The key to keeping the look sophisticated is to create tension by mixing finely crafted pieces with more loosely woven, primitive ones. A basket used to carry roosters in Madagascar (repurposed as an oversized shade) injects major drama and is a rustic foil for paper-backed chairs and crosshatch-patterned silk shades. Table, Elte Mkt; chairs, marble bowl, Avenue Road; basket (used as shade), Snob; candlesticks, Elte; blind fabric, Designer Fabrics.

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MIX MATERIALS A woven leather rug, rattan chair and raffiatrimmed drapes keep the look organic without being matchy. Indigo accents play well with the warm, natural tones. Desk, The Art Shoppe; lamp, Castor Design; rug, basket (with plant), VdeV; baskets (on floor), small stone box (on desk), crocheted bowl, Snob; large stone box (on desk), Absolutely North; blue plant pot, Cynthia Findlay Antiques; picture frame, Zara Home.

EASY AFTERNOON DIY CUSTOMIZE WITH TRIM Budget-friendly linen drapes are elevated by an intricate woven raffia trim sewn onto the panel’s edges for a custom look. (A seamstress or dry cleaner can attach the trim if sewing isn’t your forté.) Drapes, chair, Ikea; trim, Schumacher.

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EDIT THE PALETTE Paring a colour palette down to black and cream makes the natural materials pop. Placing a graphic wool blanket behind the headboard instead of laying it across the bed injects cosiness — without the extra heat. The boho flourish of the blanket’s pompom trim is a bonus that conjures an Ibiza-summerhouse vibe. Jute pillow, Pottery Barn; blanket (on wall), tasselled pillow, VdeV; headboard, Pier 1 Imports; side table, Snob; lamp, clock, Zig Zag; brass box, Cynthia Findlay Antiques; rug, Ikea; white bedding, Au Lit Fine Linens; throw (on bed), Zara Home; wall colour, Palais White (GR-W15), Behr.

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FOOD & ENTERTAINING

K I T C H E N ST OR I E S : C H A P T E R 1 2

FRED MORIN THE CO-CHEF AND CO-OWNER OF MONTREAL’S JOE BEEF SHARES HIS PLAYFUL TAKE ON FRENCH COOKING. Produced by KRISTEN EPPICH | Text by CHRIS NUTTALL-SMITH Photography by ANGUS MCRITCHIE | Prop styling by VALÉRIE MORISSET

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MENU THE GOOD EXCUSE COCKTAIL QUICK CHARRED CABBAGE SALAD OYSTER AND CLAM BBQ REVERSE-SEARED SIRLOIN RHUBARB SLOW-BAKED IN VERMOUTH

FRED MORIN was chef de cuisine at a Montreal supper club when he and the executive chef, David McMillan, and Allison Cunningham, a server, decided to go out on their own. Jaded by the city’s hectic restaurant scene, they built a place all about “delicious food and fun — in the kitchen and dining room,” Fred says. They named it Joe Beef, decorated it with antique bric-a-brac and hung a chalkboard for the menu. Then they cooked what they loved to eat: dishes inspired by French cuisine and whatever was fresh at the market. Since it opened in 2005, the restaurant has spawned a cookbook (with a second coming in 2018) and two sister spots, Liverpool House and Le Vin Papillon. Anthony Bourdain and David Chang are fans, and in 2015, Joe Beef made the World’s Best Restaurants list, the first Canadian entry since 2010. As for the partners, they’re as tight as ever. And in the case of Fred and Allison, a bit more: They’re married with three kids. We joined them for dinner at their Montreal home. “When I was a kid, I had a Walt Disney cookbook. For some children, it’s a hockey book or something else that stirs their pot. But for me, that cookbook was a catalyst. I remember where it was when I was a kid; I remember where I put it when I moved to my first apartment. It was always there. The other book I loved was my grandmother’s Encyclopédie de la Cuisine Française, from the 1960s. Which is not surprising, considering the food I cook. “I was never a very good student — I couldn’t pay attention. I got really good at getting out of my homework and not mentally showing up. After three years at agricultural college, I bailed out and got my first job in a kitchen. Right away, it felt different. The chef needs the leeks for leeks vinaigrette in 20 minutes; that, I could accomplish. It was satisfying. Then you have to cook 20 steaks, so you cook 20 steaks. And when you leave work, you’ve checked 20 things off your list. You spend SEE SHOPPING LIST

Fred Morin with his wife, Allison Cunningham, a co-owner of Joe Beef, and their kids, Ivan (left), Henry and Eleanor. Runner, Tapis H. Lalonde & Frère.

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Fred made their dining table in his backyard workshop. The banquette was chosen for “pure practicality and cosiness,” says Allison. “Why would you ever sit in a chair if you had a banquette?” Rug, Tapis H. Lalonde & Frère; vase, H&M Home; napkins, Williams Sonoma.

years doing that, and you get your own ideas. After I started working with David and Allison, we had so many things we wanted to do but couldn’t unless we had our own, more peaceful place. “When we opened Joe Beef, we didn’t want to do yet another big-budget Montreal restaurant (and we didn’t have the cash). We found a place with a little yard, and it was cheaper to plant an herb and vegetable garden than to pour concrete. The restaurant took off — and I still have that Disney book. “When we entertain at home, I love it to be spontaneous. We get a bunch of people round after playing some hockey or soccer, and we just hang out and it turns into a nice, simple dinner, you know? If you go to a Russian restaurant, they crank up the violin and the keyboard, and dance. That’s always my hope. If there’s dancing at our house, it was a really good night.”

The couple renovated their ground floor in 2015, pulling down the wall between the cramped kitchen and dining area to create a space that’s great for a family of five to hang out and cook. What you won’t find is a flame-spitting pro-level stove. Instead, they bought a smooth-top electric number, which makes sense, considering where they spend their working hours. “The last thing we wanted was a restaurant stove!” says Allison.

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THE GOOD EXCUSE COCKTAIL “YOU’VE GOT A BUNCH OF QUINTESSENTIAL ENGLISH FLAVOURS IN HERE — GINGER, MINT LEAVES AND APPLES — LIKE A BLENDER PIMM’S CUP. AND BECAUSE IT’S GREEN, IT FEELS HOLISTIC AND HEALTHY.” 88 H&H AUGUST 2017

Fred loves to cook on the grill over his backyard firepit.

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QUICK CHARRED CABBAGE SALAD “THIS IS SO EASY. JUST CHAR CHUNKS OF CABBAGE, AND WHEN THEY’RE PIPING HOT, YOU THROW THEM IN THE DRESSING. I LOVE THAT IT TASTES EXACTLY LIKE EGG ROLLS.” SEE SHOPPING LIST

TOP LEFT: One of Allison’s key design inspirations was 1930s Austrian artist and architect Josef Frank. After falling in love with a walnut bookcase he’d designed, she had a similar piece custommade for their dining room by David Roussel of dRoussel. It now serves as their coffee station. ABOVE: Fred is an inveterate collector of antique table settings and servingware. H&H AUGUST 2017 89

The steak is slowcooked and then quickly grilled over the firepit.

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OYSTER AND CLAM BBQ “IN FRANCE, THEY TAKE A HOOP FROM A WINE BARREL, PUT CHICKEN WIRE OVER IT TO MAKE A GRILLING BASKET FOR SHELLFISH AND PUT IT RIGHT ON THE CHARCOAL. I DON’T CARE IF WE’RE NOT FROM FRANCE OR SOMEPLACE BY THE SEA, WE’RE GOING TO LIVE LIKE THAT FOR THE EVENING, YOU KNOW?” RECIPE, PG. 96

REVERSE-SEARED SIRLOIN “THE SECRET TO PERFECT STEAK IS A SLOW COOKER. THROW IN THE MEAT WITH BUTTER AND WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE, AND SLOW-COOK IT UNTIL THE STEAK IS JUST RIGHT. AFTER THAT, YOU JUST BARBECUE IT ON A VERY HOT GRILL FOR A FEW MINUTES TO GET A NICE CRUST. IT’S LIFE-CHANGING.” 90 H&H AUGUST 2017

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RHUBARB SLOW-BAKED IN VERMOUTH “WHEN DINNER’S OVER AND THE BARBECUE’S SMOULDERING, I’LL PUT ON A PAN OF RHUBARB AND VERMOUTH. IT’S A GOOD, GROWN-UP TASTE — NOT TOO SWEET. AND IT SHOULDN’T BE PICTUREPERFECT. IF THE RHUBARB FALLS APART, YOU KNOW IT’S GOING TO BE GOOD.”

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FOOD NEWS

ASK A CHEF Q: I recently stayed at the Drake Devonshire in Prince Edward County. Their Oyster Po’ Boy was so good, I ordered it both days for lunch. Can you please track down that recipe? — TIM, Burlington, Ont.

A: A soft white bun, spicy jalapeño mayo, crunchy and slightly sweet slaw, and crispy breaded oysters are the components that make this dish so irresistible. The flour is wellseasoned before breading, adding an extra burst of flavour. If you aren’t one for shucking at home, ask your fishmonger to do it for you. See page 96 for recipe.

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SUMMER SIPPER THE ALL-NATURAL JUICE BOX! ENJOY COCONUT WATER STRAIGHT FROM THE SHELL THANKS TO AN EASY-OPEN TAB AND ATTACHED STRAW. THESE THAI COCONUTS ARE PICKED BEFORE THEY’RE FULLY RIPE, WHEN THEY HOLD THE MOST WATER. From approx. $4/each. At retailers across Canada. 92 H&H AUGUST 2017

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Photography by Kayla Rocca (Jonathan’s portrait)/Emma Lee (cookbook)/courtesy of the Drake Hotel (oyster po’ boy)

Chef Jonathan Pong of the Drake Devonshire in Prince Edward County, Ont., shares his Oyster Po’ Boy recipe.

A Parker House roll or potato bun has the perfect softness for this po’ boy

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RECIPES AS SHOWN ON PAGES 86 TO 91

The Good Excuse Cocktail

Quick Charred Cabbage Salad

Oyster and Clam BBQ

MAKES 2 12 OZ. DRINKS

SERVES 4

SERVES 4, OR MORE AS AN APPETIZER

Inspired by one served at Au Pied de Cochon in Montreal, this drink can be approached in two ways: Serve the gin straight over ice with the green smoothie on the side, or toss the gin right in the blender and give yourself a good excuse to eat some greens.

This cabbage salad makes a perfect summer side dish — but as an alternative, you could add a chicken thigh or a few scallops and call it dinner.

If you can’t get your hands on littleneck clams, nice plump mussels are also a good choice. You will need enough chicken wire to cover your barbecue grill for this recipe.

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oz. gin cups ice green apple, cored and chopped green pear, cored and chopped orange, peeled mini cucumber, chopped chunk ginger leaf kale slice jalapeño Juice of 2 limes, about ⅓ cup Handful of fresh mint, about 10 leaves Maple syrup

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tender shiitake mushrooms tbsp butter cup olive oil, divided large carrot, cut in matchsticks tbsp cider vinegar tbsp each fresh cilantro and mint leaves, coarsely chopped tbsp roasted sesame seeds tbsp chopped ginger clove garlic, chopped tbsp maple syrup tbsp sesame oil Salt and pepper savoy cabbage MAKE DRESSING

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stick butter, divided French shallots, chopped sprigs tarragon, picked and finely chopped clove garlic, chopped cup olive oil tsp absinthe or anise-flavoured spirit Hot sauce, to taste Salt and pepper meaty oysters, such as the B.C. beach oyster littleneck clams Lemon wedges, to serve PREPARE GRILL

1. Combine all ingredients except maple

1. Remove stems from mushrooms and

1. Preheat barbecue to medium-high, or

syrup in a blender and purée until smooth. Add maple syrup to taste.

discard. Slice mushrooms thinly. Heat butter in pan over medium-high and sauté mushrooms until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add ¼ cup olive oil, carrot, vinegar, cilantro, mint, sesame seeds, ginger, maple syrup and sesame oil to bowl. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

prepare hardwood or charcoal fire. Cover grill loosely with chicken wire to hold oysters and clams securely.

COOK CABBAGE 1. Preheat grill to medium-high. Cut

cabbage into 8 to 12 wedges. Toss in remaining olive oil, salt and pepper. Grill cabbage, turning as needed, until slightly charred and tender-crisp, about 10 minutes. Add hot cabbage to bowl with mushrooms and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

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MAKE TARRAGON-SHALLOT BUTTER 1. Heat 2 tbsp butter in small pot over

medium heat. Add shallots and sweat until tender, about 3 minutes. Add remaining butter, tarragon, garlic, olive oil, absinthe and hot sauce. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. GRILL OYSTERS AND CLAMS 1. Shuck oysters and clams, and discard

top shells. Nestle oysters and clams in chicken wire. Drizzle tarragon-shallot butter overtop and season with salt and pepper. Cook until oysters and clams have plumped up and are cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to serving tray. Serve with more hot sauce and lemon wedges.

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Drake Devonshire Oyster Po’ Boy MAKES 3 MINI SANDWICHES

Reverse-Seared Sirloin SERVES 4

Rhubarb Slow-Baked In Vermouth SERVES 4

If you don’t have a slow cooker, buy one. I refer to Worcestershire as my French Kryptonite, and it is the crucial ingredient in this recipe. When purchasing your beef, ask the butcher to clean off the sinew and trim the fat. 1 2 6 ½ 1–1½

stick butter cloves garlic, sliced sprigs thyme bottle Worcestershire sauce kg sirloin steak, sliced 1–1½" thick Coarse salt Cracked black pepper cup chopped fresh chives

I cook this in the fireplace, but a smoldering charcoal barbecue is just as good. If you have time to plan ahead, drain your cream in a coffee filter overnight for a denser texture. 6–8 1 8 1 ½ 1

rosy stalks rhubarb, cut to fit dish cup dark herbal vermouth tbsp sugar, divided strip of zest and juice from ½ lemon vanilla bean cup 38% heavy cream Drizzle of raw forest honey PREPARE RHUBARB

COOK STEAK 1. Preheat slow cooker on low or preheat oven to 200°F. Place butter, garlic, thyme and Worcestershire in slow cooker. If using oven, place in baking dish. Heat until butter has melted. 2. Place steak over butter mixture and turn to coat. Cook for 20 minutes. Turn off slow cooker or oven and leave steak inside. GRILL STEAK

1. In baking dish, place rhubarb, vermouth,

4 tbsp sugar, and lemon zest and juice. Preheat barbecue to low or preheat oven to 300°F. Bake, basting often with juices, until liquid is reduced and rhubarb is very tender (it’s OK if rhubarb falls apart). MAKE CREAM 1. Scrape vanilla bean into remaining sugar and mix with fingertips. Whisk cream with vanilla sugar until thickened.

1. Preheat grill to high. Season steak

generously with salt and pepper, and place on grill, reserving butter mixture. Cook until grill marks form, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook until grill marks form, about 3 more minutes. Slice open small portion to check doneness and continue to cook until desired doneness. Remove from grill. MAKE SAUCE AND SERVE 1. Pour butter mixture into a small

saucepan over low heat. Stir in chives. Let steak rest for 10 minutes; add resting juices to butter mixture. Slice steak thinly and pour sauce overtop.

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SERVE RHUBARB 1. Serve rhubarb lukewarm with cream

and honey. Simple oat cookies would pair well with this dish.

Slaw 1 carrot, finely shredded ¼ wedge cabbage, finely shredded 2 tsp kosher salt 3 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp honey Pinch black pepper Jalapeño aioli ½ jalapeño 1 cup mayonnaise ½ clove garlic, minced ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce ½ tsp lemon juice Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Oysters 1 cup flour ¾ tsp kosher salt ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder ¼ tsp cayenne powder ¼ tsp black pepper 3 shucked Fanny Bay oysters 1½" vegetable oil (for frying) 3 miniature white buns 3 tsp unsalted butter 1. To make slaw, mix carrot and cabbage with salt and let sit 1 hour. Squeeze to remove liquid. Mix vegetables with vinegar, mayonnaise and honey. Season with pepper. 2. To make aioli, grill jalapeño until wellcharred. Discard skin and seeds. Dice finely, and stir with remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 3. To make oysters, combine flour with spices in medium bowl. Toss oysters in seasoned flour and shake off excess. Heat vegetable oil in pot to 340°F. Fry oysters until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and set on paper towel–lined plate to drain. 4. To serve, split mini buns in half. Butter buns (use 1 tsp per bun) and toast in pan. Coat buns with jalapeño aioli. Place small amount of slaw on each bottom half and add fried oyster. Top with bun and skewer through to finish.

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ELEMENTS OF STYLE Pages 48 to 54 Design, Laurence Martocq, heritagecookbook. com. Page 48: Living room: Coffee table, Muskoka Living, (705) 765-6840 or muskoka living.ca; woven tray, (on coffee table), rug, Crate & Barrel, 1-888-657-4108 or crateandbarrel.ca; garden stool, Elte (416) 785-7885 or elte.com; throw pillows (on slipper chairs), Peaks & Rafters, (647) 350-3500, (705) 765-6868 or peaksand rafters.com; throw pillows (on sofa), Y&Co, (416) 968-7700, (514) 287-8998 or ycocarpet.com. Page 49: Living room: Sofas, sofa fabric, slipper chairs fabric, ottoman fabric, Ikea, 1-866-866IKEA or ikea.ca; slipper chairs, HomeSense, homesense.ca; throw pillows (on slipper chairs), Peaks & Rafters, (647) 350-3500, (705) 765-6868 or peaksandrafters.com; throw pillows (on sofa), Y&Co, (416) 968-7700, (514) 287-8998 or ycocarpet.com. Deck: Plants, Dwight Garden Centre, (705) 635-1696 or dwightgardencentre. com. Staircase: Carpentry, Groh Construction, (705) 787-8862; rice paper pendants, Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca; purple pillow, Memo Showroom, (647) 350-3700 or memoshowroom. com. Page 50: Dining room: Dining chairs, Gus* Modern, (416) 534-0773 or gusmodern.com; rug, West Elm, 1-855-860-1082 or westelm.com; fruit bowl, vase, Peaks & Rafters, (647) 350-3500, (705) 765-6868 or peaksandrafters.com. Dresser: Artwork, Muskoka Living, (705) 765CONTINUED 6840 or muskokaliving.ca;

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bedroom: Headboard, bench, Anne Hepfer Designs, (416) 800-2485 or annehepfer.com; bed upholstery fabric, Robert Allen (to the trade), 1-800-333-3777 or robertallendesign.com; bench upholstery fabric by Jab Anstoetz, Primavera Interior Furnishings (to the trade), (416) 921-3334 or primavera.ca; carpet, The Red Carpet & Rug, (416) 363-0905, (514) 989-1111 or theredcarpet.ca; sconces by Robert Abbey, Universal Lighting, (416) 787-8906 or greatlighting.com; nightstands, Made Goods, madegoods.com.

NEXT WAVE Pages 74 to 81 Design, Alex Arnott, Alex Arnott Design, arnottdesign.blogspot.com; contracting, Mike McCabe, Foxpoint Construction, (705) 778-4506 or foxpointconstruction.com. Page 75: Living room: Wall colour, Dove Wing (OC-18), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca; armchairs, Barrymore Furniture, (416) 532-2891 or barrymorefurniture.com; striped upholstery fabric, Sunbrella, sunbrella.com; sofas, Statum Designs, statumdesigns.com; sofa fabric, Sailrite, sailrite.com; throw pillows (on sofa), throws, Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com; basket (with throw), Pimlico Design Gallery, (416) 538-0909 or pimlicogallery.com. Page 77: Dining room: Dining table, Wooden Penny, woodenpenny.ca; pendants, black bowl, Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com. Bench: Sconce, Circa Lighting, 1-877762-2323 or circalighting.com; baskets, Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com; rug, Pimlico Design Gallery, (416) 538-0909 or pimlicogallery.com. Page 78: Kitchen: Patterned tile, Saltillo Imports, (403) 287-2100, (416) 441-2224 or saltillo-tiles. com; cooktop, Thermador, thermador.ca; glass jug, Peaks & Rafters, (647) 350-3500, (705) 7656868 or peaksandrafters.com. Page 79: Kitchen: Light fixtures (over island), Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com; countertops, Apex Custom Fabrication, apexcustomfabrication.ca. Dock: Muskoka chairs, Woodmill of Muskoka, thewoodmill.ca. Bar console: Cabinetry, DV Kitchens and Baths, dvkitchens.ca; cabinet colour, Raccoon Fur (2126-20), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca; black basket, cutting board, Pimlico Design Gallery, (416) 538-0909 or pimlicogallery.com; tea towels, Ginger’s, (416) 787-1787 or gingers.com; library lights, Circa Lighting, 1-877-762-2323 or circalighting.com. Page 80: Principal bathroom: Custom vanity, Iron Age Toronto, ironagetoronto. com; floor tile, Céragrès, (416) 286-3553 or ceragres.ca; towels, Ginger’s, (416) 787-1787 or gingers.com; soap, bath oils, Lothantique, 1-877425-7627 or lothantique.ca; toothbrush, toothpaste, Marvis, marvismint.com. Page 81: Dock: Towels, Ginger’s, (416) 787-1787 or gingers.com. Principal bedroom: Bedding, Au Lit Fine Linens, (416) 489-7010 or aulitfinelinens. com. Bunkie: Throw pillow, throw, Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com.

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contributing designer, Selina van der Geest, I fell for it. I knew I wanted the inside to be light and bright — a hallmark of modern interiors. H&H: What’s your tip for making modern feel cosy? SK: Having comfortable furniture that you can sit on is key. There is only one chair I own that isn’t: the Alvar Aalto in the entry. It only goes halfway up your back and you can’t recline. I coveted that chair my entire life, and while I love looking at it, I’m never going to sit in it. H&H: What was it about Selina’s approach that made you think, I want her help? SK: She has a very different aesthetic from me — she loves English and Belgian antiques — but I’ve always admired her house and her store, NL-GB in Bangall, N.Y., and wanted those elements. She did the banquette cushions and all the kilim rugs. I would never have imagined adding those touches had I not spent time in her home and shop. H&H: If you could do the design over again, what would you do differently? SK: Besides the kitchen, I didn’t do anything cheaply. I managed this by not adding bedrooms or a pool. If I did it again, I would do it more economically.

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H&H: Finally, we have to ask: Do you have a name for the property? SK: I don’t, but I do have a collective nickname for my neighbours and I. I’ve become close friends with the homeowners on both sides. We’ve cut paths through the woods so we can pass through for dinners and parties at one another’s houses without walking on the unlit country roads. We call ourselves “The Route Seven Ramblers,” after our road — we even made fleeces and created a cocktail. Every Friday night, a group text goes out, saying, “Who’s up this weekend?” I always have the option of socializing, but I feel comfortable telling them I’m staying in. 108 H&H AUGUST 2017

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Your apartment has good bones and ample light, which are great starting points. I can understand why you might be tempted to paint the wall behind the sofa for colour, but it can feel disjointed. For a fresher take, keep your walls white but paint the ceiling in Calamine (230) by Farrow & Ball. It will make the space feel more cohesive while complementing your pale pink pillow and throw. This subtle shade has a soft grey undertone, so it’s not overly sweet. Plus, it goes well with your floors and adds warmth. Because your sofa has solid upholstery, I would add pattern with a chair. Placed to the right of the sofa, an accent chair in an

oversized turquoise paisley wouldn’t look too matchy, and the blue will bring life to the room’s neutral envelope. Then, create a gallery wall (similar to the Inspiration photo) using this parrot print alongside the pieces you already have. Next, I would swap the task lamp on the desk with an orange ceramic version for a pop of colour. Style the sofa with an awningstripe pillow in orange and magenta to reference the lamp and soft pink accents. This graphic area rug will also help neutralize your floor colour, and the pattern works well with the accent chair’s large print. Finally, choose a modern coffee table such as this pin-leg design to give the space some edge and offset the soft glow of the new pink ceiling. 1. Watercolour Trellis Wool Shag rug, West Elm. 2. Double Stripe Tigerlily pillow, Humble Haute Pillows. 3. Brielle Wingback

chair, Crate & Barrel. 4. Hudson coffee table, Elte Mkt. 5. Lear Blue Parrot art print, Simons. 6. Montag Table lamp, Wayfair Canada. SEE SHOPPING LIST

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1. Runway fashion, Anteprima. 2. Lipstick, Clinique. 3. Spoons by Willful,Brika. 4. Shelves by Rose in April, ABC Carpet & Home. 5. Lamp by Arturo Erbsman, Roche Bobois. 6. Bag, J.Crew. 7. Pouf by La Casa de Cotó, Etsy. 8. Table by Alain Gilles, Bonaldo. 9. Sofa by Alberto Biagetti for Atelier Biagetti, Memphis Milano. 10. Bicycle, Quella. 11. Sneakers by Adidas, Aritzia. 112 H&H AUGUST 2017

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Neon and discretion don’t make obvious dancing partners, but this season’s freestyle brights are about restrained blocks of hot colour. Today’s neon isn’t redolent of, say, Boy George’s makeup (circa Culture Club) but rather brings to mind the kind of colour you’d find strategically splashed about a modern whitewashed beach cabin. A hand-crocheted pouf, ribboned in happy highlighter yellow, hails from Barcelona-based La Casa de Cotó and knits together that ideal boho mix of artisanal and minimal. An Italian leather two-seater sofa from Atelier Biagetti, with a neon gradation, conjures both Montauk surf shop and Milanese atelier. And for that weekend getaway, there’s J.Crew’s sturdy canvas overnight bag in hot pink, perfect for stashing seaside essentials.

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