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THE PERFECT MIX
from Fcrcede
INSIDER’S VIEW
Designer Philip Mitchell shares his advice on how to reel in the maritime charm of Canadian East Coast style.
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TEXT KARL LOHNES
Philip Mitchell
PAINT:
Philipsburg Blue HC-159, Benjamin Moore
Philip Mitchell grew up in a home where design was celebrated. Not surprisingly, it’ s become both his passion and profession. He established his eponymous Toronto design firm in 2002, later expanding it to New York and Chester, Nova Scotia. Philip ’ s signature mix of tradition with contemporary touches and exhuberant pattern, colour and art bring beauty and livability to an interior. He now lives in idyllic Chester with husband Mark Naransky. Who better than Philip to advise us on East Coast style?
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KL: How do you define East Coast style? PM: East Coast style is all about capturing the serenity of the shore and the charm of the historic seaside village lifestyle. The look is simple, clean and natural, with fabrics, colours, furniture and accessories that evoke the romantic idea of life in the Maritimes.
Taking inspiration from the ocean and the sailboats, blue and white is the go-to colour palette for East Coast homes, and works for both modern and traditional homes.
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