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112 34 ON THE COVER Designer Colette van den Thillart (left) in Victoria Webster’s elegant front room. Story, page 60. Photography by Stacey Brandford.

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10 View 16 RSVP Our readers have their say 19 Style Files EQ3’s new ﬂagship in Winnipeg, tile from Villeroy & Boch, hot takes from Tor Sauder and Sheena Murphy and more 28 Finds Graphic furniture, plus cool plates for alfresco dining 30 Focus Portable table lamps 32 Colour Spotlight Marine 34 The City Column What to do in New Orleans 36 Home Library New global design books 38 The Healthy Home Spring clean with sustainable products 40 More or Less Coastal accents for a hall or feature wall 42 Garden News Where to get seeds, a new garden book by Virginia Johnson and tools to help you get growing 46 Garden Style Andrea McLean designs a backyard oasis for a busy couple in B.C. 50 Kitchen of the Month A farmhouse-style kitchen by Shannon Vosters 54 Mini Makeover Cynthia Ferguson revitalizes a screened porch in the Kawarthas 98 Food News A bubbly spring cocktail, KitchenAid’s new colourway and how to keep your herbs fresh 102 Shopping List Our suppliers 103 Source Guide Where to ﬁnd it 110 Ask a Designer™ Candace Thompson’s tips for modernizing a kitchen 112 Trendwatch Boldly Clear

FEATURES 60 House & Home of the Month Wit & Whimsy Tour a fabulous and ﬂamboyant Rosedale home designed by Colette van den Thillart. 70 Design Make It Pop A new-build home in Oakville, Ont., brings together luxe ﬁnishes and playful patterns. 78 Decorating Tropical Punch Thanks to designer Tanya McLean, a Vancouver penthouse gets a dose of Palm Springs style. 88 Gardens Green with Envy Lisa Moody’s greenhouse in North Surrey, B.C., is equal parts pretty and practical. 94 Food & Entertaining Winging It Chef David Chang and Priya Krishna share delectable dishes from their new cookbook, Cooking at Home.

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LEFT: With Victoria and Ruby on shoot day. BELOW: Victoria (left) and her mother, Madeleine, at Windsong House in Bermuda, H&H October 2001.

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For me, this month’s cover house is very personal. Have you experienced “memory cloth,” an old fabric from your past that carries with it memories of distant times or places? Well, rugs, artifacts, furniture and even china can each be a kind of talisman that magically transports you down memory lane. I learned this when I stepped inside our cover house for the first time and glanced around the rooms, taking in the mix of old relics and new finds as waves of nostalgia came over me and memories of happy times came flooding back. Designer Colette van den Thillart made magic in an old Rosedale family home for her friend and client Victoria Webster, bravely combining a joyous palette of colour, bold wallpapers, Victoria’s contemporary art collection and, most of all, the antiques and artifacts belonging to her mother, the late Madeleine Webster, one of my best friends for many years. You might remember when we published the Webster family’s Bermuda home, Windsong, in 2001. That was H&H’s first look at Madeleine’s eclectic style. In the early years of my decorating life, Madeleine taught me much about how to set up a home and make room for the beautiful things we collect. I learned to build stacks of shallow drawers for placemats and napkins, how to buy antiques at auction over the phone, what kind of wood polishes to use, how to display the Asian artifacts I came to love, and so much more. In Perth, Scotland, at the Tower of Lethendy, the family country house, she introduced me to David Mlinaric, the legendary British designer. In the family’s Toronto house, I met the Dalai Lama and learned why using china LET’S CONNECT chargers at a buffet is not a good idea, @lyndareevesdesign (family, hold back!). And in northern @houseandhome Ontario, in a cabin in the woods, I learned how to create extreme comfort 10 H&H MAY 2022

Lisa Moody’s greenhouse in North Surrey, B.C.

in the remote wilderness. Always in the background was Ben, Victoria’s father, pulling pranks and poking fun at the serious business of decorating while groaning about the price tags. Colette and Victoria took Madeleine’s collections and mixed them artfully, with wit and a daring eye, that perfectly fits a joyful family home. When I met Victoria as a young teenager back in 1989, neither of us could have guessed that, all these years later, she and Colette would grace the cover of a magazine that I would direct, featuring those same things from our shared past. And then there’s Ruby, the Mexican rescue dog (page 60). I wonder if he knows about Oscar, his predecessor, a stray that Victoria brought back to Windsong, so he could eat Madeleine’s Manolo Blahniks in comfort? So many happy memories stirred by a time capsule of decorative objects, rugs and vintage china. This month, our city column features New Orleans, a favourite city for lovers of food, jazz and design. Some of my best finds have come from antique stores in the French Quarter. It’s time for a return visit! (page 34) And how lucky are we to have David Chang of Momofuku fame sharing his personal recipes for family nights at home (page 94). And don’t miss Lisa Moody’s greenhouse in B.C., complete with a chicken coop and potting station (page 88). Those lucky West Coasters who live in a more temperate climate can have their incredible vistas and grow their own veg year-round in a stylish greenhouse. These are hard times. Every night, the news is filled with horrible images of a world gone mad. It may seem trite in the face of so much suffering to talk about decorating. I’m thankful for happy memories and appreciative of all that we have, and for these few light moments that remind us all to appreciate and celebrate our freedom.

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through, even though I’m sure you’ve featured really talented people. We still enjoy colour and eccentric design in the winter; it might actually be the time of year when we need it most! — JULIETTE SUN, Truro, N.S. I’ve been a subscriber to House & Home for many years and enjoy so many different ideas the magazine presents. But I wish furniture designers would steer away from skinny legs on chairs and tables. It reminds me of furniture my family had when I was growing up, and it was what manufacturers put on low-budget furniture back then. When I see these legs on lovely tables and chairs, they appear “cheap,” even though I know they aren’t. — MURIEL STRONG, Toronto

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Ceramics specialist Villeroy & Boch has been an innovator in tilemaking since its inception in 1836. This year, the legendary brand is debuting the Victorian collection, a high-fashion collab with Greek-born, Londonbased designer Mary Katrantzou, who was named “Designer of the Decade” by Vogue India in 2019 for the aughts. The eight unique tile sets each pair a geometric pattern with a butterfly motif. Mary was a student of architecture before entering the fashion arena; her interest in Victorian interiors has informed this collection and its harmonious balance of colour, pattern and form. “This collaboration allowed us to look at pattern outside of the female figure and be guided instead by the power of interiors to create an extension of one’s aesthetic,” she says. The whimsical motifs and graphic black and gold borders are created using a combination of digital and traditional screen printing. A love letter to the forever-in-fashion 19th-century tile that inspired it, this collection is 1 a natural evolution of the Villeroy & Boch aesthetic. 1. Authentic marble-effect tiles come in high gloss and polished finishes. Butterfly 45˚ tile, approx. $422/set of 4. 2. Concentric patterns add visual interest to bathroom walls. 2

FLOORED! A new line of eye-catching patterned rugs to refresh your home for spring. Rifle Paper Co.’s latest collaboration with rugmaker Loloi proves that what looks good on paper can also look great on your floors. The Instagram-famous stationery turned lifestyle company has a legion of dedicated fans who adore the brand’s pretty, floral-forward notebooks, thank-you cards and calendars. Now, founder Anna Bond’s signature hand-painted illustrations are featured on a brilliant line of rugs. The Spring 2022 collection includes more than 30 new designs, from the traditional (soft florals) to the whimsical (illustrated tigers and peacocks), and incorporates printed, power-loomed, hooked-wool and nonslip rugs. Says Anna: “Don’t be afraid to add a little colour to your home! We’ve designed these rugs to be colourful but slightly muted, so they’re easy to layer in to your decorating.” 1. Constructed in durable printed, power-loomed polyester, this floral floor covering features Rifle Paper Co.’s trademark bold patterns and palette. Strawberry Fields rug in Black, from approx. $118. 2. Clementine rug in Multi, from approx. $118. Both through Rifle Paper Co.

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One of the latest additions to Winnipeg’s CF Polo Park Shopping Centre, EQ3’s new store is the brand’s Canadian flagship. Designed by local architectural group Number Ten, the showroom celebrates EQ3’s origins in Winnipeg, with architectural references to the Prairies and statement features such as herringbone flooring, traditional wainscotting and pastel millwork. Three design centres provide shoppers with one-on-one consultations and access to fabric swatches, as well as 3D visualization software and digital video walls for an immersive experience. Peter Tielmann (above), the brand’s founder and CEO, is hoping that this fresh approach to shopping will transform how people reimagine their homes. “We’ve created pockets of discovery in the store, giving customers space, tools and even nourishment while they interact with the products and personalized designs.” Categories dedicated to kids, pets, plants and sleep are unique to the Winnipeg location — a likely launching pad for new products and brand collaborations. 1. This perch doubles as a sculptural side table. Bingo stool in Terracotta, $250. 2. Montreal design duo Rainville Sangaré crafted a bench exclusively for EQ3. Biau bench in Ash, $399. 3. Woolly throw in Camel, $100. 4. These shapely vessels are available in eight colours. Pebble vases shown in Lilac, Ash, Blush and Raisin, $8 each. 22 H&H MAY 2022

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Industrial designer Devin Schaffner of Rekindle makes a host of beautiful things in his studio in Chatham, Ont., including these playful, sculptural wall hooks. Made of domestic woods such as walnut and white oak, they look as good empty as they do when put to work.

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Known for their thoughtful renovations of historical homes, designers Tor Sauder and Sheena Murphy of hot design firm Nune share what’s inspiring them now. DESIGN PHILOSOPHY: We create calming spaces within urban environments. We like to work with natural materials so that our spaces not only look and feel a certain way, but are also healthy for their inhabitants and as gentle on the earth as possible. INTO: Sheena: Camber Sands in East Essex, U.K. On a recent trip, I found spending quiet time in the dunes and grasses to be so calming and grounding, a state that encourages creative thoughts and ideas. Tor: The home and studio of Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico. Her utilitarian ethos and aesthetic radiate so much warmth and comfort. OVER: Tor: Cartoon-like shapes. Sheena: Anything copper. IF YOU COULD ADD JUST ONE THING TO YOUR HOME: Tor: My friend Megumi Shauna Arai makes beautiful

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TOP, FROM LEFT: Chatham hook in White Oak, Birch and Brass, approx. $156. Quiet Town; Ring hook in Oak, $125; Stackt hook in Walnut and White Oak, $84. Both through Rekindle. BELOW: Vadar hooks in White Oak (left) and Walnut, $78 each. Rekindle.

collaged textile pieces from vintage and salvaged fabrics. AN IDEA OR OBJECT YOU’RE EXCITED TO TRY: Sheena: A 1940s-inspired bathroom. Tor: A Charlotte Perriand wall lamp. CHOOSE ANY ROOM IN THE WORLD TO REDO: Tor: The entrance hall of a government housing building, a place where I think simple consideration and intention can go a long way.

1. In this Norfolk, Conn., cottage, Sheena and Tor chose white, black and natural wovens to highlight the original beams and flooring. 2. Wall hanging by Megumi Shauna Arai, pricing upon request. Tiwa Select. 3. Sheena and Tor like to use quiet, neutral pieces such as Bruno Mathsson’s mid-century modern furniture. Eva easychair, $4,200. Mjölk. 24 H&H MAY 2022

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DESIGN DUO How did you two meet? Kate Snyder: At the University of Manitoba, where we were both studying architecture. We’re best friends and always talked about owning a design studio together. We were living in the Roslyn apartments at the time, this magical building in Winnipeg. That’s where our creative adventuring began! How did you get interested in design? Jessica MacDonald: Growing up in Vancouver, I would go to a lot of friends’ homes, beautiful, modernist ones. As a kid, I wrote up a contract that my mom signed, saying I could go to open houses every week, and I would go and study all the houses. How would you describe your studio’s aesthetic? KS: We love pulling inspiration from all different mediums, including from history. The fashion world and the art world are huge influences for us. Understanding what’s happening in fashion is the first indicator of what’s happening in the aesthetic world, generally, so we pay close attention to that.

Who are your favourite fashion designers? KS: Bode from New York. What Emily Bode is doing with old textiles is unbelievable. And the heavy hitters like Dries Van Noten. How do you work together as designers and best friends? JM: We rarely make a design decision without running it past the other. We’re both designing and renovating our own homes right now, and we always bring in the whole team and have mini design crits. Tells us about your new e-commerce site, Roslyn Shop. JM: Vancouver is really saturated with stores that sell mid-century modern or Scandinavian stuff. The pieces we’re selling are more eclectic. KS: We want to present the world of antiques to a younger crowd. We were thinking about our own library of goods and leftover items from various projects, and how to reuse them or make them available to others. We often come across amazing things in obscure places; our goal is to show people how they can be used.

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ABOVE: Vintage offerings at the shop include this funky ’70s-era lamp and a demure vase. Tall Lotus lamp, $650; Rosella vase by Hull Pottery Company, $68. Both through Roslyn Shop.

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1. ABOVE AND BEYOND Inspired by South Africa’s centuries-old Zulu beading technique, the Liz Beaded chandelier is an eye-catching statement light for a foyer. In Beige by Thabisa Mjo for Mash.T. Mild steel; draw cord; beads. 72" h. x 20" diam. Approx. $2,279. 54kibo. 2. GLASS ACT The Multicolour Gelato spoon set’s handcrafted lampwork glass is an ice cream– coloured feast for the eyes. In Mixed Colours by Yali Glass. 5½" h. x 1¼" w. (per spoon). Glass. $300/6-piece set. Ssense.

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3. FASHION PLATE A pretty option for alfresco dining, these Bamboo plates are also eco-friendly; they’re made using scraps from chopstick manufacturers. In Chalk by Xenia Taler. Bamboo ﬁbre. 8" diam. (side plate); 10" diam. (dinner plate). From $11 each. Baltic Marché.

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5. PUFF BALL Settle into ultracomfortable outdoor seating with the lightweight, cloud-like Serpentine Carver chair. In Ecru and Charcoal by Elénore Nalet. Polyester; aluminum. 29⅓" h. x 29⅔" w. x 234⁄5" d. $1,989. Ligne Roset.

6. DINNER TIME With slatted legs inspired by the inner workings of a wristwatch, the Huxley dining table has style and sophistication in spades. In Ecru by Baker Luxe Collection. Oak veneer. 30" h. x 108" w. x 46" d. Baker Furniture.

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7. EARN YOUR STRIPES Kit Kemp’s design talent combines with Annie Selke’s rug expertise in the handsome Nip Tuk rug, part of The Kit Kemp collection, which includes rugs, pillows, bedding and more. In Rose by Kit Kemp. Woven Wool. 2' x 3'. Approx. $150. Annie Selke. SEE SHOPPING LIST

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GLOW TO GO THE TORSO Control the soft glow of this petite lamp by tapping the button on the shade. In Sand by Krøyer-Sætter-Lassen. 14⅜" h. x 13¾" diam. Approx. $318. Menu.

THE MANHATTAN SC52 Boasting structured column detailing, a table lamp with a tailored look. In Bronzed by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition. 94⁄5" h. x 5⅛" diam. $550. Kelli.

CARET MF1 This library-style task lamp emits a diffused light that’s perfect for home offices. In Dark Burgundy by Matteo Fogale. 8⅝" h. x 5⅞" w. x 3⅞" d. Approx. $277. &Tradition.

MENU’S CARRIE LAMP Designed by Norm Architects, this chic lantern has a globe nestled in a basket-like base. In Brushed Brass. 9⅝" h. x 5⅓" diam. $357. GR Shop by Gabriel Ross.

THE NEPTUNE Match your mood with this Scandi-style lantern and Bluetooth-enabled speaker that glows in different hues. In White by Koble. 17⅝" h. x 17⅝" w. x 14⅞" d. $150. Hudson’s Bay.

THE URI This curvy, colourful lamp is undeniably cute; hang it indoors or outdoors, wherever you need light. In Blue/Red. 9¾" h. x 5½" diam. $73. MoMA Design Store.

THE FLOWERPOT VP3 Verner Panton’s design calls to mind the open and optimistic flower power movement of the 1960s. In Mustard by &Tradition. 11⅔" h. x 6⅓" diam. $500. The Old Faithful Shop.

THE BELLHOP This LED lamp produces glare-free illumination and the battery lasts for up to 24 hours. In Burnt Orange by Flos. 8⅓" h. x 4⅞" diam. $413. Robinson.

THE COMO SC53 This lamp adds retro style to a console or display shelf. In Stone Blue by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition. 8⅓" h. x 6⅛" diam. $450. Vancouver Special.

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Eighteen portable, wireless table lamps that offer cosy ambience, indoors and out. Produced by EMMA REDDINGTON | Text by JOSEPH CICERONE

THE MERIDIAN Created in collaboration with design studio Regular Company, this lamp brings a sculptural element to rooms. In Cashmere. 10¼" h. x 8¼" w. x 6⅝" d. Approx. $311. Ferm Living.

THE OUTOOR LANTERN This sleek lamp, which comes in a range of earthy finishes, is a new collab between West Elm and Brooklyn design brand Good Thing. In Silver Pine. 10⅜" h. x 10" diam. $194. West Elm.

THE LUCCA SC51 A lamp that nods to its namesake Tuscan locale, with a glow that’s reminiscent of the city at night. In Black by Space Copenhagen. 11" h. x 6⅜" diam. Approx. $174. &Tradition.

THE JWDA PORTABLE LAMP A modern twist on the traditional oil lamp design, this version is dimmable and rechargeable. In Dusty Green. 8½" h. x 5⅝" diam. $319. Stylegarage.

THE STORHAGA Hearkening back to the timeless design of the kerosene lamp, this upgrade features LEDs and a rechargeable battery. In Black. 14" h. x 6" diam. From $60. Ikea.

THE UMA Elegant and made to order, this lamp is complemented by a 360-degree high-fidelity speaker for music streaming. In Tan. 11" h. x 6" diam. $810. EQ3.

THE LED LANTERN SPEAKER A charming lantern that emits up to seven hours of light and features a Bluetooth-enabled speaker. In Green. 10⅝" h. x 4⅓" diam. $147. MoMA Design Store.

THE ANI Inspired by streetlamps, this touchenabled accent can be placed on a table or installed as a pendant. In Light Grey. 19½" h. x 14" diam. From $280. Must Société.

THE CHISPA A sophisticated take on the garage light, this lamp was created in collaboration with automotive brand Cupra. In Blue. 7" h. x 3⅞" diam. $375. Hut K.

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COLOUR SPOTLIGHT

MARINE

Dive into the deep with this aqua-infused green. By ROSEMARY POOLE

Marine is a vibrant green that feels as adventurous as a deep-sea voyage; the turquoise and teal undertones of this rich hue give it a luminous, jewel-like quality. Lately, we’re seeing marine used on painted cabinets paired with fanciful wallpaper, ceramic tile and brass accents. If you’re not planning a full redesign, try painting this dramatic shade on a single accent table or adding marine-hued accessories to your table setting — this is a colour that always finds a way to stand out.

“MARINE HAS A FRESH, ENERGIZING QUALITY — I’D LOVE TO SEE IT USED IN A COTTAGE” — Rosemary Poole

Marine Aqua (2052-20), Benjamin Moore.

PAIR IT WITH: Rivulet (SW 6760), Sherwin-Williams.

PAIR IT WITH: Breezeway (MQ3-21), Behr.

PAIR IT WITH: Charlotte’s Locks (268), Farrow & Ball.

Photography by Stacey Brandford (Rosemary’s portrait)/Trevor Tondro (powder room)/Room design by Luis Fernandez (powder room)

MAKE A STATEMENT In this powder room by designer Luis Fernandez, glossy wall tile is paired with Hermès’ bold Jardin d’Osier wallpaper and a matte stone sink.

WHY WE LOVE IT

INSTANT HITS FROM LEFT: Large Green Strøm Earthenware vase by Raawii, $155, Ssense. Bernard chair by Shane Schneck for Hay, $1,474, Finnish Design Shop. Suomu rug by Susanna Vento for MUM, $405, Finnish Design Shop. High Life S pendant by Golden Editions, $382, Goodee. Watermark Lattice grasscloth by Ferrick Mason, pricing upon request, Memo Showroom. Matte Wood and Brass nightstand, $599, West Elm. 32 H&H MAY 2022

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THE CITY COLUMN

New Orleans Museum of Art

The Chloe

NEW ORLEANS

By PETER SALTSMAN

Seventeen years after Hurricane Katrina, the music is back in The Big Easy. It’s time to see the sights, do some shopping and join the party.

New: The Chloe Housed in an old Garden District mansion on St. Charles Avenue, The Chloe is a new 14-room boutique hotel with a fresh take on NOLA charm. Rooms have four-poster beds, tufted sofas and turntables with albums from local company Peaches Records. 4125 St. Charles Ave., thechloenola.com Classic: The Soniat House The Soniat House is an oasis of calm in the French Quarter. Built in 1830 as a row of townhouses, this hotel is now picture-perfect Louisiana elegance, from the wroughtiron balconies to the antiqueladen bedrooms. 1133 Chartres St., soniathouse.com Turkey and the Wolf

WHERE TO EAT

New: Turkey and the Wolf New Orleans isn’t short on sandwich shops, but Mason Hereford’s joint in the Irish Channel neighbourhood is something special. A trained chef, Mason has served at some of the city’s best restaurants. Here, he takes comfort food up a notch. Order the fried bologna sandwich that made this place famous. 739 Jackson Ave., turkeyandthewolf.com Classic: August One of the greatest restos in town, August is the epitome of modern fine dining. The cosy dining room is tailored in white linen and mahogany panelling, and the menu is an elevated ode to French-Creole classics made from local ingredients — think Fried Oysters and Flounder Pontchartrain. 301 Tchoupitoulas St., restaurantaugust.com WHAT TO SEE

New: Studio BE This 35,000-square-foot warehouse in the Bywater area is one of the most exciting galleries in the U.S. Opened in 2016 by local artist Brandan 34 H&H MAY 2022

“BMike” Odums, the space showcases Brandan’s own immersive works alongside other emerging artists from the community. 2941 Royal St., studiobenola.com Studio BE

Classic: New Orleans Museum of Art Located deep in City Park, this fine arts museum is home to an eclectic mix of European Masters and modern American paintings. This spring, it’s hosting Queen Nefertari’s Egypt, a collection of ancient artifacts rarely seen on the shores of the Mississippi River. 1 Collins Diboll Cir., noma.org

Sunday Shop

as well as a curated selection of objets, furniture and lighting. 2025 Magazine St., sundayshop.co Classic: Malachite Home Founded in 2012 by designers Melissa Miles Rufty and Adrienne Casbarian, Malachite Home has become one of the city’s best sources for art and antiques, from 19th-century Chinese garden stools to Louis XVI dining chairs to Murano sconces. 3806 Magazine St., Suite 4, malachitehome.com Malachite Home

WHERE TO SHOP

New: Sunday Shop This store is a breath of fresh air on Magazine Street. The bright space is layered with beautiful textiles and kitchen gadgets, SEE SHOPPING LIST

Photography by Paul Costello (The Chloe)/William Hereford (Turkey and the Wolf)

WHERE TO STAY

HOUSE & HOME + JACOB’S CREEK

A hearty salad topped with chargrilled mushrooms pairs nicely with the subtle, smoky notes of the Cabernet Sauvignon

AGED TO The smooth, medium finish of the Shiraz is the perfect complement to a roasted rack of lamb or grilled steak with a side of roasted vegetables.

Dan Swincer, chief winemaker for Jacob’s Creek.

Perfection

A CHIEF WINEMAKER SHARES HIS FAVOURITE FOOD PAIRINGS FOR JACOB’S CREEK DOUBLE BARREL SHIRAZ AND CABERNET SAUVIGNON. QUALITY GRAPES, BARRELLED TWICE

Photography by Maya Visnyei (lamb dish)/Shutterstock (cheese and chocolate)

Aged first in traditional wine casks, both blends are finished off in whisky barrels. “This allows the natural tannins — which can add bitterness and astringency — to mellow, creating a velvety texture and a richer, deeper and smoother wine,” says Dan.

Both wines share similar dark fruity notes that work well with washed-rind cheeses and bittersweet chocolate.

Double Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon: A full-bodied wine with notes of dark berries, vanilla and caramel. Double Barrel Shiraz: A combination of blackberry, plum and charry oak notes with aromas of pecan and vanilla.

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HOME LIBRARY

MUST READS

Global design books to inspire your decorating. Text ALEXANDRA WHYTE RIGHT: The layered sitting room of interior designer and art consultant Manfredi della Gherardesca. BELOW: Texture, colour and pattern add richness in architect Martin Brudnizki’s dining room in West London.

THE LIFE ECLECTIC By Alexander Breeze Hardie Grant, 2022, $72 Maximalists rejoice! This new book leans into velvet, rich hues and exuberant ways to display collections, such as artist Greg Irvine’s home in Melbourne, which is packed to the gills with colourful paintings and dynamic vignettes. Meanwhile, the home of designer Valentina Buscicchio offers a different take with a neutral palette and plenty of textures, setting a serene mood. The featured homes all belong to creative people with unique styles, from writer and interior designer Tom Morris to famed artist Doug Meyer. Who better to preside over such a wide range of spaces than author Alexander Breeze, whose varied career has included stints as a men’s fashion journalist, a stylist for House & Garden and a creative director for beverage advertising. He spends the book’s 272 pages diving into the stunning interiors of 15 homes from around the world, offering insights into how to recreate the joyful, eclectic decorating. Each home is used as a case study, and Alexander gets into the nitty-gritty of the designs, as well as offering tips on storage and wunderkammer (a way of displaying objets to their greatest effect). 36 H&H MAY 2022

WONDERLAND: ADVENTURES IN DECORATING By Summer Thornton Interior decorator Summer Thorton designs with wild abandon, and now she’s dedicated a whole book to just that. The interiors in these pages are arranged by theme, from Fearless Romantic (featuring Summer’s own city home in Chicago) to Super Saturated (a deep dive into her most colourful projects). Rizzoli, 2022, $60.

Produced by Wendy Jacob/Photography by Sarah Hogan (The Life Eclectic)/ Thomas Loof (Wonderland)/courtesy of Phaidon (Atlas of Interior Design)

ATLAS OF INTERIOR DESIGN By Dominic Bradbury Travelling across nine continental regions, this epic tome explores more than 400 spaces with a huge range of styles. From late French interior designer Stéphane Boudin to Kelly Wearstler, this must-read reference book delves into the geographical and historical context of each design, all complemented by beautiful photography. Phaidon, 2021, $125.

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THE HEALTHY HOME

Leave No Trace Rethink your spring cleaning with these clever products. By ALEXANDRA WHYTE

Squeaky Clean

Led by Anie Rouleau, The Unscented Company is woman-owned and a certified B Corp.

The Unscented Company is on a mission to eliminate single-use plastics and limit water usage.

1 3 2

1. Glass bottle hand soap, $9. 2. Dish Soap refill box, $24/4 litres. 3. Dish soap, $5. 4. Laundry detergent, $20. 5. Laundry tabs, $14/35 tabs. 6. Hand lotion, $20. All through The Unscented Company.

in 2016, a driving force was her own sensitivity to scent. She quickly found out that scents can trigger asthma and allergies in everyone, not to mention disrupt the body’s hormones. Anie also discovered that companies don’t have to list fragrance ingredients on labels because they’re considered trade secrets. FRESH START: The company launched with dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap and all-purpose cleaner, which are still its bestsellers. You can pick them up as individual bottles or in at-home refill boxes containing up to 10 litres to limit single-use plastics. “I’m a soap company so, by definition, I’m part of an industry that creates one of the worst environmental disasters,” says Anie. “I needed to be part of the solution.” GET ON BOARD: Many retailers took convincing that unscented and eco-friendly products were even sellable, but now major chains such as Bulk Barn, Sobeys, Metro and Canadian Tire carry the products across Canada, in addition to local boutiques and health-food stores. WASHED AWAY: Since shifting its focus to solid products made with less water, The Unscented Company has saved 521,500 litres of water. With a smaller footprint than liquid, tabs also use less packaging. Laundry and dish tabs are already popular, and a floor cleaner tab is coming in the fall. “The future is solid,” says Anie. This programmable HoMedics TotalComfort Deluxe humidifier dispenses a cool mist to ease symptoms of the common cold, limit skin dryness and create a more hospitable environment for plants. $162. Bed Bath & Beyond.

BREATHE EASY HIGH-TECH AND NO-TECH SOLUTIONS FOR IMPROVING YOUR AIR QUALITY. By automatically sensing and capturing 99.97 per cent of pollutants, acting as a fan and cleaning the air quietly, the Dyson purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde does it all. $900. Dyson.

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Made from Japanese hinoki cypress wood, Ohashi’s Natural Mast humidifier passively absorbs water from the hull and diffuses it into the air. $185. Etsy.

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Photography by Chanel Sabourin (Anie’s portrait)/Pété Photography (The Unscented Company cleaning products)/ courtesy of Dyson (air purifier)/Ohashi (natural mast humidfier)/Bed Bath & Beyond (humidifier)

WHO: Anie Rouleau, founder and CEO of The Unscented Company. OFF THE SCENT: When Anie launched her company

HOUSE & HOME + CAESARSTONE

NATURAL

Beauty

BRING A SENSE OF SOPHISTICATION AND CALM TO YOUR KITCHEN OR BATHROOM WITH THE NEW CAESARSTONE PEBBLES COLLECTION.

Made from one of the world’s strongest and most durable minerals, a Caesarstone quartz counter is easy to maintain and meant to last

Part of the Pebbles Collection, Agger Grey comes in a polished finish, which highlights its honey-grey veining and creates the look of a two-tone surface

All Caesarstone counters in the Pebbles Collection are crafted sustainably, emphasizing a connection to nature

Wyndigo

Raindream

Agger Grey

Stoneburst

To see more colour options and learn about Caesarstone’s commitment to sustainability, visit caesarstone.ca. Caesarstone continues to be a pioneer of natural quartz surfaces, setting new standards for safety, social responsibility and innovation.

Riverlet

Five soothing monochromatic shades of grey mimic the soft hues and finishes of pebbles seen in nature.

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MORE OR LESS

Bring coastal style to a foyer or feature wall with these breezy accents. Produced by EMMA REDDINGTON

DOUBLE SCONCE

$2,954*

$864

$262

Belle Meade double sconce in Heirloom with White Shades. Brass; paper. 16¾" h. x 18½" w. x 10½" d. The Urban Electric Co.

Logan wall sconce in Aged Brass with Offwhite Shades. Brass; linen. 18" h. x 16" w. x 7¼" d. Union Lighting & Decor.

Brianna double wall sconce in Burnished Brass with White Linen Shades. Brass; linen. 14" h. x 11⅓" w. x 6½" d. Modern Komfort.

RATTAN CONSOLE

$3,675* Sarah console table in Woven Rattan. Rattan. 31" h. x 48" w. x 18" d. Made Goods.

$3,369* Silang console table in Natural Rattan. Rattan; wrought iron; glass. 29¾" h. x 48¼" w. x 12¼" d. Currey & Company.

$1,655* South Seas console table in Natural. Rattan. 31½" h. x 66" w. x 17" d. Serena & Lily.

FRAMED MIRROR $1,371

$109

$70

Circa-1970 Small French mirror. Rattan; glass. 16½" diam. x ⅜" d. 1stDibs.

Nelia mirror. Bamboo; glass. 28" diam. x 2" d. Structube.

Wicker Bay Sunburst Rattan mirror. Rattan; glass. 23½" diam. x ½" d. The Home Depot Canada.

$387

$288

$157

Palm Frond wallpaper in Navy and White. Nonwoven vinyl. 27" w. x 13½' l. (roll). Thibaut.

Palmeral wallpaper in White/Azure by House of Hackney. Nonwoven material. 704⁄5" w. x 9⅞' l. (panel set). NewWall.

Alfresco Palm Leaf wallpaper by A-Street Prints in Navy. Nonwoven unpasted paper. 20½" w. x 33' l. (roll). Lowe’s.

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*Price has been converted from U.S. dollars and is approximate

† Approximate pricing for 50 square feet

PALM WALLPAPER†

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Experience Casper comfort. Spring is the time for fresh flowers, a fresh slate — and a fresh bed setup. Count on the award-winning comfort of Casper mattresses to deliver your best night’s rest this spring, and all year long. Visit casper.ca or a

*Winner mattress category. Survey of 4,000 people by Kantar.

near you.

GARDEN NEWS

PUTTING DOWN R ts What to do in May. By WENDY JACOB

Seeds from the ‘Ziar’ breadseed poppy are delicious when used in baking.

Annapolis Seeds owner Owen Bridge.

Early spring is all about planting and planning. For gardeners eager to grow something new, Nova Scotia– based Annapolis Seeds has more than 500 varieties of open-pollinated seeds harvested from plants grown in the Maritimes. Owner Owen Bridge grew his first beans at age 11 and launched Annapolis Seeds while he was in high school. “Many commercial seeds come from drier climates like California and the Middle East,” says Owen. “Our seeds are grown in the Maritimes, so they’re well adapted to Canada.” For those starting seeds indoors, he advises investing in grow lights and an oscillating fan: the breeze deters fungus and makes stems sturdier so they can thrive once planted outside. Annapolisseeds.com

PLANT THIS NOW!

PRETTY IN PINK Gardeners can add pastel colours and delicate textures to their flower beds with the new Cake Pops verbena (Verbena rigida). Pretty, lowmaintenance additions to beds, containers and windowboxes, these plants are drought-tolerant and thrive in full sun, plus they attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

Cake Pops verbena by Proven Winners. Available at garden centres.

COOL TOOL

DIVIDE and CONQUER Spring is the time to divide summer-blooming plants (think daylily, lavender, coneflower, bee balm, scabiosa and veronica). Generally, plants should be divided every three to five years, and a sharp blade makes the job easier. This spade’s notched tip digs into hardpacked earth and its teeth slice through thick, tangled roots. A unique circular handle offers more gripping surface and the spade can bear 180 pounds of prying force for heavy jobs like removing dead shrubs. Radius Root-Cutter transplant spade, $75. Lee Valley. SEE SHOPPING LIST

Photography by Alison Lobsinger (Owen’s portrait)/Owen Bridge (poppy seeds, poppy)/ courtesy of Proven Winners (Cake Pops verbena)/Lee Valley (transplant spade)

New for 2022, the ‘Mother of Pearl’ poppy has delicate, watercolour-like blooms that attract pollinators.

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HOMEGROWN BEAUTY

GARDEN NEWS

PICTURE PERFECT Artist Virginia Johnson’s new gardening book is painterly inspo for city gardens.

A Personal Note Customizable garden gifts for the green thumb in your life.

This personalized 11-piece willow trug holds tools, twine, plant markers, a dibbler, and there’s even room for a water bottle. Oak leaf–print gloves and a kneeler (not shown) are essential for spring planting, and the basket can be personalized with a wooden tag while the tool handles can be engraved. Trug with Custom Basket Tag and Tool Handles by BetterBasketCo, $231. Etsy.

A self-portrait of Virginia in gardening gear with her favourite Felco pruners and Womanswork garden gloves

When on the move, stash sharp blades in this durable fair-trade Buffalo leather tool belt, which keeps tools safe and secure. The belt can be customized with a heatembossed name stamp or monogram on the bottom right corner. Leather gardening belt by By Amber & Rose, $116. Etsy.

These luxury tools are made from durable copper and solid ash; the handles have a slight curve for comfort and they can be engraved with the owner’s name. Plus, the trowel and dibbler are marked in centimetres for planting at the correct depth. Personalized Copper garden tools by The Letteroom, $45 each. Etsy.

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Photography by Jessica Johnson (Virginia’s portrait)/courtesy of BetterBasketCo (garden trug)/The Letteroom (copper garden tools)/By Amber & Rose (garden apron)/Illustration by Virginia Johnson, excerpted fromg Creating a Garden Retreat by Virginia Johnson (Artisan Books, ©2022)

Multitalented Toronto illustrator and fashion designer Virginia Johnson transformed her 20- by 24-foot city lot into a secret garden. Her new book, Creating a Garden Retreat, details her backyard’s journey from a construction site with a lone pear tree into an oasis with more than 20 trees, including magnolias and hornbeam. Illustrated by her whimsical watercolours, the book covers how to plan a garden with chapters on hardscaping, plant selection and care. “There’s nothing to be intimidated by,” writes Virginia. “You just need a bit of curiosity and a desire to cultivate something beautiful, no matter how small your patch of land.” Artisan Books, 2022, $32.

REAL CEDAR

TURNS THE OUTDOORS INTO

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Courtesy of Sarah Gallop Design | Photo by Ema Peter Photography

Nothing compares to the rich tonal qualities and deep luster of Western Red Cedar. Incredibly beautiful and naturally resistant to decay and insects, Real Cedar is ideal for outdoor living projects like decks and pergolas. Best of all, products like Real Cedar store carbon and help mitigate climate change. Visit our site for inspiration and ideas.

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GARDEN STYLE

THE SWEET

Retreat

AN UNDERUSED BACKYARD BECOMES A RELAXING OASIS FOR A BUSY B.C. COUPLE. Design ANDREA McLEAN | Landscape design AARON TEER Photography EMA PETER | Text WENDY JACOB 46 H&H MAY 2022

Produced by Stacy Begg/Garden plan illustration by Madison Pﬂance

Designer Andrea McLean chose outdoor seating in a subtle palette that wouldn’t be jarring on grey days. Sofa and chairs by Kettal, Inform Interiors; fire table, Paloform.

The cabana has large windows with a view of the verdant bamboo grove

Designers have been hearing a common lament over the past two years: we need a relaxing retreat in our own home. That was exactly what high-powered Vancouver couple Jennifer and Michael were craving for their 2,800-squarefoot bungalow. Having already completed a partial addition and full basement reno, their focus turned to the backyard. They considered adding a large structure that would include a two-car garage, a workshop for their high schooler who loves to weld plastics and a space that could accommodate a workout or, for their university-age daughter, quiet study time. “But when the contractor staked out the footprint, my clients realized it would swallow up their entire backyard,” says intern architect Andrea McLean, who was hired to lead the project. Since the couple parked on the street in front of the house, Andrea proposed two accessory buildings instead of a large garage: one structure could serve as the workshop for now and be converted back to a single-car garage in the future (a must for zoning and resale), and a separate cabana could act as the mini gym–yoga studio, and also serve as petite guest quarters in a pinch. “Their work is intense,” says Andrea. “They wanted to decompress in nature and have a place to work out, but they didn’t want to feel like they were in a fishbowl.” Both buildings have expansive glazing, polished concrete floors and flat roofs dotted with skylights, but that’s where the similarities end. The workshop is shingled, like the

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ABOVE: The dining area is perfect for entertaining guests (pictured here is Ashley Teer, with her children, Lyla, on the left, and Fiona). It’s surrounded by a new Portuguese laurel hedge (Prunus lusitanica) and defined by an artisanal stone wall. Dining table and dining chairs by Kettal, Inform Interiors. TOP: One large concrete step marks the transition from the lounge area to the cabana. English lavender (left) adds colour while twisty Hollywood junipers (right of cabana) give texture and dimension. H&H MAY 2022 47

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main house, while the cabana has a stucco finish with a large overhang so Michael can read outside — even when it’s raining. Inside the cabana, millwork conceals a wall bed, and there’s a TV and two-piece washroom for guests. To establish the lush, private environment the homeowners were after, landscape designer Aaron Teer planted three large Persian ironwood trees to shade the yard from prying eyes. Then, around the perimeter, he planted 14-foot-high yew and Portuguese laurel hedges. “Privacy was key, but it had to be instant,” says Aaron. “So we pulled out diseased bamboo in favour of a less invasive variety that was already 25 feet high.” The result is jungle-esque: outside the workshop, a hammock is nearly hidden by Hollywood junipers and magnolia trees. A generous outdoor lounge space off the kitchen is set with comfortable sofas and a fire table, and an adjoining sunken dining patio seats 10 near the barbecue pad. And now, because their teenage son uses the workshop every day for his projects, Jennifer and Michael have reclaimed the main floor of the house. But it’s the cabana that’s proven to be the real gamechanger: Jennifer can feel serene there without being cut off. She can observe what’s going on in the yard and workshop but, because the trees provide natural screening, her yoga or meditation practice remains private. A large opening at the back of the cabana looks directly into the bamboo grove, so it feels like working out in a tropical resort. “It’s hard to balance your kids’ bursting energy with the need for space,” says Jennifer. “These outbuildings have been a lifesaver for us. It’s so chill in there; I can just exhale.”

Garden P lan Bamboo Grove Workshop

Cabana

65'

ABOVE: Exposed rafters and skylights give the workshop a residential look. RIGHT: A hammock is almost completely obscured by Hollywood junipers, grasses and dwarf magnolias.

Persian ironwoods have fiery orange fall colour and can be clipped into topiary shapes

Lounge Area

Sunken Dining Patio

House 50' 48 H&H MAY 2022

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THE BEST PRIVATE CHEF IS YOU

Your kitchen equipment should elevate your culinary skills, not hinder them. BLANCO manufactures high-quality products that can withstand any home chef’s recipe trials. Designed with a functional focus, our semi-pro BLANCO UNIT includes professionally-inspired faucets, ergonomic accessories and organizational storage to streamline workflow so you can concentrate on the creation at hand.

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KITCHEN OF THE MONTH

time

WILL TELL

THE DESIGNER: Shannon Vosters, New Hamburg, Ont. THE LOOK: English farmhouse DESIGN BRIEF: Create a hardworking kitchen and mudroom with classic finishes and layers of colour SQ.FT:

A heritage-inspired kitchen in Thorndale, Ont., is designed to improve with age.

390

Produced by Stacy Begg

Design SHANNON VOSTERS Photography ROBIN STUBBERT Text ROSEMARY POOLE

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The old dining table and chairs are juxtaposed with a new, more modern light fixture. Ceiling fixture (over dining table), J.D. Lighting; botanical print, Wills & Prior.

Designer Shannon Vosters. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

hannon Vosters brought a new kitchen and mudroom back to its farmhouse origins for her brother and his family.

windows, and the adjoining covered porch became the mudroom. They’re a really outdoorsy family with two large dogs — they need one!

HOUSE & HOME: When was this house built? SHANNON VOSTERS: The early 1900s. The kitchen was very dark, with just one small window and a U-shaped layout that wasn’t functional. We relocated a powder room to expand the kitchen work area and added two more

H&H: How did you give the new spaces a lived-in, timeworn feel? SV: When you think of an English farmhouse, you think of practicality and finishes that will develop character over time. To get that look, we chose a lot of natural materials, like the brick floors and the butcherblock on the

OPPOSITE: “The Lacanche range was the first thing we purchased — the kitchen was built around it,” says Shannon. Flush-mount ceiling fixtures, sconces, J.D. Lighting; backsplash, Olympia Tile & Stone; range by Lacanche, The French Barn. H&H MAY 2022 51

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ABOVE LEFT: The island is more than 11 feet long and incorporates open and closed storage, and a seating area. Faucet, deVOL Kitchens; sink, House of Rohl; counters, Stonex Granite & Quartz. ABOVE RIGHT: Salvaged fir doors and an old concrete laundry sink give the new mudroom a sense of history. All were found on Kijiji. “I think we paid $20 for the sink!” says Shannon.

island, and vintage pieces like the stools. The quartzite counters are in a honed finish, which is a great choice if you’re avoiding that shiny, brand-new look. H&H: What was your approach to the lighting? SV: I like to use different shapes, but I limit the number of finishes to two or three, and then repeat them. Here, we used a mix of unlacquered brass, black and ceramic. The black cords on the island pendants connect to the colour of the range, 52 H&H MAY 2022

and the various brass lights connect to the cabinet hardware. H&H: Why did you avoid recessed lighting? SV: I love using flush-mounts in place of potlights whenever I can — it’s a personal preference. The light they give off is warmer and more inviting, and they also look beautiful. H&H: How did you visually connect the kitchen to the mudroom? SV: We pulled in the blue-grey cabinet

colour from the pantry and used it on all the mudroom cabinets and shiplap. My sister-in-law bought the botanical print before the renovation, and it ended up being placed between the kitchen and the mudroom. She really loved it, so we pulled the colour palette from there. H&H: Tell us about those brick floors. Are they easy to care for? SV: It’s a thin brick that we had sealed. It’s incredibly practical and provides a great buffer between the backyard and the rest of the house. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

ELEMENTS OF THE LOOK Island cabinet colour, El Cajon Clay (1260), Benjamin Moore.

Oxalis Compressa framed print, $695. Wills & Prior.

Extra Small Cedric flushmount light fixture in Lacquered Brass by Hinkley, $170. J.D. Lighting.

Ionian tap with rinse in Aged Brass by Perrin & Rowe. Approx. $1,866. deVOL Kitchens.

Antique 19th-century front door, $2,698. 1stDibs.

Cottonwood brick flooring by Authintic Brick. $12/sq.ft. Tri-County Brick.

Ryden sconce in Heritage Brass by Hinkley, $219. J.D. Lighting.

Perimeter cabinet colour, Northern Cliffs (1536), Benjamin Moore.

THE DETAILS 1. Cabinets painted in Benjamin Moore’s Night Train visually connect the enclosed pantry with the mudroom. 2. Painted shelving and classic brass rails add storage and display. Brass rails, deVOL Kitchens. 3. A glass-fronted cabinet in the kitchen showcases art, candlesticks and dishware. 4. A washing machine and basket are tucked away in the mudroom closet.

60" Citeaux range in Black and Brass by Lacanche. Pricing upon request. The French Barn.

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Cynthia Ferguson brings a screened porch back to life with vintage finds, woven furniture and gallons of paint.

Taking the rich colour onto the ceiling creates an enveloping effect

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TOP RIGHT: Woven elements, from the rug up to the chandelier, balance the screened porch’s moody new palette. Pendant, Summer Classics. OPPOSITE: Cynthia created a focal point with the bar chest and brought the furniture into the middle of the room. Sectional, armchair, coffee table, Summer Classics. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

It’s hard to believe that this charming screened porch in the Kawarthas was once used for storing wood and little else. One of the challenges was the original wraparound bench. Though a good idea in theory, it was too shallow to offer comfortable seating and made furniture placement difficult. “It forced everyone to the edges of the room,” says designer Cynthia Ferguson. “It felt like a hockey locker room with all of the players lined up along the bench.” Enlisted by the homeowners to create the kind of lush, indooroutdoor living rooms they’d experienced in their travels, Cynthia first removed the bench and continued the board-and-batten wall panelling down to the floor. The walls and ceiling were then painted in Benjamin Moore’s Arborcoat Premium Exterior stain, custommatched to Farrow & Ball’s Railings, an immersive blue-black. The H&H MAY 2022 55

EASY DIY THE PAINTED CHEST WHAT YOU NEED: DryDex, 150-grit sandpaper or sanding sponge, vacuum, primer, 600-grit sandpaper, Farrow & Ball’s Estate Emulsion paint in Railings (31) and urethane (optional).

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Remove the interior shelving and all of the cabinet hardware. 2. If you’re changing the hardware, fill in any holes with DryDex. 3. Lightly sand the cabinet with 150-grit sandpaper, inside and out, to help the primer adhere and to address minor imperfections. 4. Vacuum the surfaces of the cabinet, inside and out. 5. Apply a coat of primer. When dry, lightly sand the surface with 600-grit sandpaper to create a smooth surface. 6. Paint the cabinet and shelves with two coats of Railings in the Estate Emulsion, one of the brand’s matte finishes, and set aside to cure for two days. 7. Reinstall the shelving and apply a clear coat of urethane, if desired. Install the cabinet hardware.

“WE WANTED THE CHEST’S TEXTURE AND CURVES TO STAND OUT, SO WE PAINTED IT THE SAME COLOUR AS THE WALLS” dramatic shade worked to recede into the setting, drawing in the greenery beyond the screens. “Using the same colour on the walls, ceiling and bar cabinet created a streamlined backdrop for the soft brown and blond tones we added in the space,” says Cynthia. “We weren’t spending money on enlarging the windows, so this was a way to bring in the outside, create impact and let Mother Nature do her thing.” Different paint finishes — a semitransparent stain for the walls and ceiling and a matte finish on the bar cabinet — highlight the varying materials and add subtle shifts in tone. There’s no heating system and no glass on the windows so, aside from a few vintage pieces and accessories, the furniture is rated for outdoor use. High-performance fabrics 56 H&H MAY 2022

are easy-care and durable, including the preppy striped drapes which stay up year-round. Beyond good looks, they also provide a sheltering effect, helping mitigate light and temperature. “I’m using drapes in exterior spaces all over the place now,” says Cynthia. “The thing I really like is how they keep the warmth of the day on the porch during cooler nights. Close them around 4 p.m. and you can still feel the warmth at 7 p.m.” Light and dark, old and new, the porch is now the centerpiece of the owners’ outdoor cottage lifestyle, a place to read, sip cocktails and, above all, linger — a missed opportunity no longer. Says Cynthia: “They live out there until the snow flies.” SEE SOURCE GUIDE

ABOVE AND BOTTOM LEFT: “It’s the layering of the accessories that makes this porch really special,” says Cynthia. “And it doesn’t have to be expensive — think local, seasonal greenery and vintage finds.” Console (behind sectional), Gabby. BOTTOM RIGHT: Vintage blankets in a mix of fabrics capture all of the seasons. OPPOSITE: The resin antler sconce was an eBay find and nods to cottage style. Mirror, West Elm.

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Elevated Aesthetic Matte Finish Interchangeable Colours

Flush Proﬁle Connected Easy to Clean

Photography courtesy of Malachite Home

When you’re decorating this spring, consider the pleasure that a beautiful object can bring. The world needs more joy.

HOUSE & HOME OF THE MONTH

WIT &Whimsy COLOURS AND PATTERNS MARRY IN A SUPERCHARGED ROSEDALE HOME DESIGNED BY COLETTE VAN DEN THILLART FOR VICTORIA WEBSTER.

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The front room is dressed for entertaining, with its fringed settee and artful rug. Settee and rug design, CVDT Interior Design. BOTTOM RIGHT: The trompe-l’oeil circus stripes in the entrance are a spirited counterpoint to the new custom floor mosaic. Mosaic floor medallion, Ciot.

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up with beautiful china from Germany and lace from Ireland.” That global education has had a lasting effect on Victoria’s own houses, her fashion sense, and even her work. A somatic therapist, Victoria also co-chairs and organizes fundraisers for cultural powerhouses such as the Art Gallery of Ontario and The National Ballet of Canada. In April, she helmed the Biblio Bash for the Toronto Public Library Foundation. 62 H&H MAY 2022

“A TV shroud,” as Colette calls it, conceals the screen in the family room, while Ex Libris wallpaper points cheekily to a rivalry between digital and analog. Wallpaper by Cole & Son, Kravet Canada. OPPOSITE, TOP: The boys like to watch TV on the family room’s mint sectional. This room is deliberately low-key, compared to the more public spaces. Sectional, Klaus; rug, The Rug Company; photograph (above sectional) by Massimo Vitali. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM: “The powder room is an homage to my mother: she was a chain-smoker who always had those long red nails in the ’80s,” says Victoria. The painted hand on the door replicates the wallpaper print. “I know she would love it.” Wallpaper by Work + Sea, Memo Showroom; vanity, Ginger’s.

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The dining area was refreshed using pale grey on the built-ins and trim; the pantry is filled with Victoria’s mom’s china. Pendant, Design Within Reach; dining table, Klaus; dining chairs, Fresh Home & Garden. OPPOSITE, TOP: A zinc vent hood has a French château feel that works beautifully with the green soapstone counters. Pendants by Lindsey Adelman, Hollace Cluny. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM: The playful honey holder is from Victoria’s childhood; the Italian vase is vintage.

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“I WAS LUCKY

TO GROW UP WITH BEAUTIFUL CHINA FROM GERMANY AND LACE FROM IRELAND” — Victoria Webster, homeowner

Fashion-wise, she favours caftans in fun prints and flamboyant colours. “My outfits still match the walls of my house,” she says with a laugh, referring to the 2010 H&H cover story on her former home. She’s never done vanilla, and she’s not about to start. In 2019, Victoria and her family — husband Gabe Gonda, vice-president of Sophi at The Globe and Mail, and sons Charlie, 15, Isaac, 13, Raphael, 8, and rescue dog Ruby — relocated back to Toronto’s leafy Rosedale neighbourhood after six years in the Annex. Victoria was pining for ravine walks with her best friend, who lives a block away. The 1920s heritage house overlooks Whitney Park and has mullioned windows and a stone portico that stretches along the front, bringing a commanding presence. The family room faces lush gardens at the back of the house where, during the winter, there’s a skating rink. Inside, period details reflect a genteel era. Broad ceiling beams, stained glass and hidden cubbies lend charm and character. When she saw it, Victoria knew right away that it was the one. “The bones and electrical updates were amazing, and it was well loved,” she says. “But there were SEE SOURCE GUIDE

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“IT’S STYLISTICALLY DIVERSE, LAYERED AND, I HOPE , UNIQUE” — Colette van den Thillart, designer

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TOP LEFT: The library or “monkey room” is Victoria’s favourite space. For a cocooning effect, the glazed ceiling mimics gold tea paper. Wallpaper by de Gournay, Primavera Interior Furnishings. TOP RIGHT: The famous dinner gong from Victoria’s childhood takes pride of place against the flamingo wallpaper. Wallpaper by de Gournay, Primavera Interior Furnishings. BOTTOM RIGHT: The striking gold Buddha belonged to Victoria’s mother. OPPOSITE: “An electric box” is how Colette describes the chartreuse dining room. By night, it’s the perfect spot for dinner parties; by day, it doubles as the homework room.

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TOP LEFT: The couple’s eight-year-old, Raphael, chose the hand-painted rainbow and green colour scheme for his bedroom. BOTTOM LEFT: “Something fun, colourful and with dinosaurs” was the design directive for Raphael’s bathroom. Wallpaper by Coordonné, NewWall.

mahogany, cherrywood and old-fashioned yellow walls that were much too stodgy — it needed a facelift.” Enter nip-and-tuck-style design surgeon Colette van den Thillart. Famous for her confident, elegant and often colourful aesthetic, Colette designs interiors that are an exacting blend of old and new, with signature style moves like her lacquered ceilings, curvy-shaped rugs and unexpected wallpapers. She calls the look “global-ish,” for its pulling together of disparate things. “It’s stylistically diverse, layered and, I hope, unique,” says the designer. “I use the word ‘wit’ in decorating and it scares people because they think of kitsch, but wit is just about making someone smile.” And Colette couldn’t help but do that in this house. “I wanted Colette to unify it, bring in colour and make it fun,” says Victoria. The formal rooms didn’t work for how she lives today, with children zipping in and out. “I like to think I’m good at imagining contemporary ways of using space that people don’t CONTINUED ON PAGE 108 naturally think of,” says Colette. 68 H&H MAY 2022

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“Victoria’s bedroom is the counterpoint to her frenetic lifestyle with young children and all the exciting things going on downstairs,” says Colette. The staggered bookshelf offers a striking silhouette. Tulip lamp (left), Ponce Berga. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: Painted a lulling lilac, the principal bedroom includes an ensuite, dressing room and private terrace. Table lamp (on nightstand), CVDT Interior Design. H&H MAY 2022 69

DESIGN

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A DESIGNER’S NEW-BUILD HOME GETS A DOSE OF PLAYFUL ELEGANCE.

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The living room’s focal point is the wood-burning fireplace. The custom sofas are upholstered in pink linen velvet. Nesting tables, Accents for Living; coffee table, Avenue Road.

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The mudroom’s bold burgundy millwork is complemented by aubergine terrazzo floors. Pulls, ADH Fine Hardware; terrazzo, Ann Sacks.

Designer Jennifer Overweel.

Jennifer and her husband, Andrew Kucey, and baby daughter, Winslow, had been living in a 900-square-foot condo in Toronto’s entertainment district, along with their Chihuahua, Cornflake. “It was pretty tight,” she remembers. The couple had started house hunting in Oakville, Ont., where they’d both grown up and Andrew’s parents still lived. As luck would have it, they had a builder in the family who had recently purchased a lot in Tuxedo Park and poured a foundation. Jennifer and Andrew bought the lot. “It was a great opportunity for us to build our dream home,” says Jennifer. The interiors were a blank slate. The builder’s company, Inlet Homes, would finish the house over the next year while Jennifer undertook the design of all 4,500 square feet of the interiors (she also selected the exterior finishes to create a modern traditional envelope in black wood siding with a cedar shake roof). New-builds aren’t often associated with sophisticated layers of history and patina, so she relished BOTTOM RIGHT: These handmade hammered-iron dining chairs are from De La Vega Designs in Brooklyn, N.Y. The locally made table is a perfect addition. Custom dining table, Cocoon Furnishings. 72 H&H MAY 2022

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A beautiful quartzite with purple and copper tones was used on the counters, backsplash and vent hood cladding. Pendants, The Urban Electric Co.; counters, backsplash and vent hood cladding, Crystal Tile & Marble.

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“WHEN DESIGNING CHILDREN’S ROOMS, I LIKE TO BE PLAYFUL AND HAVE FUN WITH WHIMSICAL ELEMENTS” A fun Pierre Frey wallpaper of butterflies and bugs is the star of Winslow’s room. Art by Kate Boxer, Hollace Cluny. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: Painted blue cabinets pop against charming whale and turtle wallpaper from Kravet Canada. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: An acrylic crib fits snugly into the nursery’s closet nook. Lantern, Coleen & Company; crib, Nursery Works. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: Patterned wallpaper and Moroccan floor tile create a happy mix in the laundry room. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: The custom pink onyx sink has a small ledge for soap or flowers and a matte nickel faucet. Faucet, Ginger’s.

the challenge of bridging both new and old in the fivebedroom, five-bathroom house. “I like to call my style ‘playful elegance,’ ” says the designer. “I like to focus on the details. Everything in my house has a purpose and a story, and I try not to lean too much on trends.” She went with a bone-coloured limewash plaster on the walls in the common spaces, then used dusty rose fabrics as a neutral throughout the house for a playful yet serene twist. In the kitchen, stunning Cristallino Antigua quartzite on the counters, backsplash and vent hood offers SEE SOURCE GUIDE

a dramatic departure from the usual. “I was looking for a quartzite that had the essence of Quartzo Bianco, just not the price tag,” says Jennifer. “At the back of the warehouse were some overlooked Cristallino Antigua slabs. Once I saw the slabs, I knew: they were exactly what I was looking for. I loved the purples and copper veining, and the price was too good to pass up.” The slabs were the perfect jumping-off point for the kitchen palette. The quartzite was a design risk, but so, too, are many other areas where both warm and cool tones work H&H MAY 2022 75

“EVERYTHING IN MY HOUSE HAS A PURPOSE AND A STORY, AND I TRY NOT TO LEAN TOO MUCH ON TRENDS”

“The principal bedroom is my favourite room in the house,” says Jennifer. The custom ceiling fixture is seven feet in diameter. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: Black-framed windows and light drapes put the focus on the lush greenery outside. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: In the principal bathroom, boldly veined marble and pink glass chain-link sconces are cool and unique. Sconces, Trueing.

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Jennifer loves the contemporary shape of this freestanding tub. “It’s 600 pounds, so they needed a crane to get it up to the second floor!” Tub, Penhaglion; tub filler, Taps; stool, Cocoon Furnishings.

together with bold colour, pattern and rich texture. Bright wallpaper in the powder room complements a pink onyx sink, modern blue Moroccan tile makes a laundry room pop against historical wallpaper, dining chairs covered in pink mohair are set against limewash plaster–painted walls, and the nursery (which Winslow, now 3, moved out of last summer) plays with vivid textures and tones. “When designing children’s rooms, I like to be playful and have fun with whimsical elements,” says Jennifer. “They’re only kids once, and they spend so much time in there!” It’s that texture and colour throughout that works to bring warmth and personality to what could have otherwise been a sterile new-build. For her own home, she loved taking more design risks than she usually does with her clients, and the result is a space that feels personal, bright, warm and welcoming. “My house is for me and my family,” says Jennifer, with a smile. “I forewarn people — there’s a lot of wallpaper, a lot of colour and my bathroom is purple.” H&H MAY 2022 77

DECORATING

TROPICAL PUNCH

Design TANYA McLEAN Photography JANIS NICOLAY Text BARBARA SGROI

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VANCOUVER DESIGNER TANYA McLEAN BRINGS ENDLESS SUMMER COLOUR TO A PENTHOUSE IN THE CLOUDS.

The rose gold chandelier sets the mood and inspired Tanya’s overall design of the penthouse. Chandelier by Jaime Hayon for Metalarte, Livingspace. OPPOSITE: Bold crane-print wallpaper by Gucci adds juicy colour to the guest bedroom.

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A custom mural of colourful oversized leaves gives the penthouse’s compact dining area an instant mood lift. Mural, Grace Cho; dining table by MDF Italia, Livingspace; Beetle chairs by GamFratesi for Gubi, Inform Interiors.

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Designer Tanya McLean.

VEN ON A GLOOMY, RAINY DAY in Vancouver, sunglasses might be required in this two-level, 1,400-square-foot penthouse apartment in East Vancouver. Banana leaf motifs, a smile-inspiring beach-towel palette and don’tworry-be-happy glamour are more likely to be spotted on a tropical island than in a city that often receives only a few hours of dim sunlight on a midwinter day. That’s why designer Tanya McLean gave this three-bedroom, new-build penthouse a sunny, Palm Springs–style disposition, no matter the weather. As owner and creative director of Mango Design Co, Tanya had worked with the penthouse owners — a busy professional couple who enjoy travelling, motorcycles and meditation — several times over the past 15 years. “I’m an artist and traveller at heart who’s inspired by people, cultures, art, music and nature TOP LEFT: Candlelit dinners in the world around us,” says Tanya, are within reach in the an intrepid colourist who isn’t wary of dining area. Sideboard anything but beige. by Blu Dot, Designhouse. BOTTOM RIGHT: The In 2020, she opened the flamingo main-floor guest bedroom pink door of The Coast Goods, her own also serves as a home office, home decorating shop in East Vancouver with a slim desk against with its laid-back, barefoot-at-the-beach a wall that pulls down into interior, and focused on featuring local a bed. Wallpaper, Gucci. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

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TOP RIGHT: Tanya used an innovative heat-resistant surface to surround the cooktop. Backsplash, counter, Fenix. BOTTOM RIGHT: In the main-floor bathroom, the circular motif used throughout the penthouse continues in the mirror, door and flooring. Mirror, CB2; floor tile, Fifth + Fir. OPPOSITE: Tanya used colour and art to visually define the kitchen and break up the 17-foot-tall space. A linear light fixture over the island provides inconspicuous task lighting. Linear pendant, Kuzco Lighting; barstools by Patricia Urquiola, Andreu World; art by Zoë Pawlak.

and independent artisans. “The people I’m inspired by — Spanish designers such as Jaime Hayon and Patricia Urquiola — convey an easy, timeless playfulness,” says Tanya. “Most homeowners are cautious, but when you have clients like this who trust your design direction and allow you to be so creative, it’s a rare event. They didn’t want boring or beige; they wanted it to be lighter, brighter, uplifting and whimsical.” The decorative fireworks begin with a massive, five-and-ahalf-foot-wide rose gold chandelier that dangles like a giant earring above the living area, a design gesture so bold that it sets the mood for the rest of the “small but tall” penthouse. “I was looking for something dramatic to convey the playfulness I was after, and wham! There it was, and it was just perfect,” says Tanya. This is a home that embraces traditional craftsmanship (all of the art was created by local artisans) but with a modern maximalist’s celebration of colour and jauntily askew scale. On the wall next to the chandelier, a huge, irrepressibly jubilant SEE SOURCE GUIDE

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RIGHT: A desk and lounge area in the light-filled principal bedroom has a spectacular city view. Desk by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia x Maxalto, Inform Interiors. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: Luxe rose gold faucets and colourful terrazzo counters appear in all of the bathrooms. Pendant by Jaime Hayon for Ceccotti, Inform Interiors; faucet, Aquabrass. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: Each bathroom has a defining colour and material combo to give it an individual look. Floor tile, Fifth + Fir.

THE TRICK IS IN THE REPETITION OF DESIGN ELEMENTS AND IN THE BALANCE OF BOLD AND CALM

To bring natural light into the ensuite, Tanya replaced the principal bathroom’s wall and door with custom-panelled sliding doors.

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ABOVE: Tanya turned what was originally a bedroom into a boldly tropical dressing room. Wallpaper, Designer Wallcoverings. BELOW: Teal cabinets and a Japanese-inspired wallpaper mural bring a moody vibe to the principal bedroom’s walk-in closet. Wallpaper, Hovia.

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THEY WANTED IT TO BE LIGHTER, BRIGHTER, UPLIFTING AND WHIMSICAL LEFT: Tiled steps lead to the penthouse’s upper deck. Tile, Fifth + Fir. OPPOSITE: Surrounded by exuberant colour, the comfortable living room furniture is quietly neutral. Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso, Inform Interiors; lounge chair by Blu Dot, Designhouse; coffee table by Minotti, Livingspace.

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floor-to-ceiling mural of supersize pop art foliage hovers above simple dining room chairs the colour of a beach sunset viewed through an Instagram filter and hardwood floors as pale as sand dunes. “We honestly asked ourselves ‘Is this too much?’ so many times while designing this space that it was a running joke in our studio,” says Tanya with a laugh, who worked with Nichole Skladan and Eliane Vares on the project. “But we got it right. The trick is in the repetition of design elements and in the balance of bold and calm.” Shades of teal and barely-there pebble pink are used throughout the home, on everything from walls to cabinets and even baseboards, creating a sense of flow and continuity.

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Colourful and overscaled patterned wallpapers Tanya chose for a guest bedroom and the clients’ his-and-hers dressing rooms are “unique and used to define each space, but all have a tropical theme.” And terrazzo counters in confetti colours add a happy, beach-party vibe to the kitchen and bathrooms. “Each element in the penthouse is special in its own right, but everything works together beautifully,” says the designer. “That’s the beauty of intentionally curating a small space — nothing is there for aesthetics alone.” Except for perhaps that chandelier. At the end of the day, who hasn’t found themselves lying on a beach, wishing they could live there forever?

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GARDENS

Green

with Envy

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LISA MOODY’S DREAMY GREENHOUSE IS HOME TO A HOST OF THRIVING PLANTS, A CHICKEN COOP, AND THE OCCASIONAL DINNER PARTY.

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TOP LEFT: In the raised beds, Lisa grows zucchini and celery plants (which she sometimes feeds to her chickens). TOP RIGHT: A trug with freshly picked produce. “Growing your own food feels like you’re contributing something positive to your family and the environment,” says Lisa. BOTTOM RIGHT: Orange zucchini blossoms poke out in the raised beds. BOTTOM CENTRE: The customdesigned potting bench has a sunken galvanized trough (below trowel) filled with potting soil. Wooden boxes, Ikea; pitchfork, Ace Hardware; tall pots, The Home Depot Canada. BOTTOM LEFT: In the greenhouse, tomatoes thrive in the sun and are protected from the rain. OPPOSITE: Lisa added an arched split door to the chicken coop, flanked by sconces.

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RIGHT: Black framing seems to melt into the surrounding trees. Galvanized containers at the coop door hold blueberry bushes. BOTTOM LEFT: A custom leather apron personalized with Lisa’s company name is a gardening essential. Personalized apron by Spitch Leather Roll, Etsy. BELOW: The chickens enjoy perching on the split door.

and more raised garden beds.’ ” Lisa vacillated between different white greenhouses, but she found them cottagey and, instead, opted for one with a black frame that looked more modern and Scandinavian. Longtime greenhouse manufacturer BC Greenhouse Builders was located just a few blocks away, and that’s where she found her eight- by 12-foot model — at a cost of about $10,000 — which was customized to share a wall with her chicken coop. Lisa is a self-taught gardener, following Floret Flower Farm and YouTubing advice, and admits that she learns by trial and error. In early 90 H&H MAY 2022

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Paver flooring was installed inside the greenhouse, with pea gravel laid outside around the beds. The roof windows open automatically in hot weather: liquid warms in the mechanism that releases the spring to open the windows and then, when it cools down, the windows shut. Pendants, Ikea. H&H MAY 2022 91

spring, she typically turns on the heat mats (the greenhouse is equipped with electricity and automatic irrigation) to start growing. “A greenhouse allows me to start sowing earlier and grow plants like lettuce and herbs all the way through the winter,” she says. “It’s ideal for Canada because it expands the growing season and delivers better results. As long as you invest in a good foundation for your greenhouse, it’s not outrageously expensive and, in a Canadian climate, it’s a great addition.” She also designed a custom potting bench with a built-in soil trough and shelves that are lined with seeds, and there’s a sink on the outside of the coop that’s perfect for washing vegetables. This year, the greenhouse served another function. Lisa moved the garden boxes out in favour of a table and chairs, hung string lights and hosted lunch for her girlfriends. “The next day, my kids all came home and we had a nice dinner in the greenhouse, surrounded by snow,” she says. “It was so special; you felt like you were in a fairy tale.” Lisa says the greenhouse has made her think about the future, one that might include grandchildren pulling up radishes one day. “I want to be able to grow stuff with my grandkids; I so enjoyed that time when my children were young. This greenhouse is a building for my future and my family.” TOP LEFT: Seen from the pool near the house, the greenhouse is sited on the sunniest part of the property near some mature trees. Greenhouse, BC Greenhouse Builders. TOP RIGHT AND MIDDLE: Lisa added an industrial-style Kohler sink to the exterior of the chicken coop to rinse vegetables. She recommends plumbing greenhouses to aid with watering, both inside and out. 92 H&H MAY 2022

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Lisa chose eight heritage chickens for their pretty multicoloured eggs. “The eggs taste the same — but they make my heart happy.”

Greenhouse 101 HOW TO MAKE YOUR GREENHOUSE DREAMS A REALITY.

Inspired to create your own greenhouse? You’re not alone. Sales of greenhouses, and the flowers and plants to go in them, rose to $5.2 billion in Canada in 2020. Here are the answers to some common questions.

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WHAT’S THE AVERAGE COST? Greenhouses typically

range from $800 to $8,000, depending on size, frame and whether they use glass or polycarbonate panels. CAN I USE IT ALL YEAR LONG? With the addition

of extra insulation and heat mats, some hardy gardeners use their greenhouses year-round, but since plants prefer temperatures between 15 and 30°C, most Canadians in colder zones opt for seasonal growing. When building a greenhouse in northern areas, a good foundation of concrete blocks and rebar at the frost line is essential. “A glass eight- by 12-foot greenhouse can weigh 1,400 pounds,” says Angela Drake of BC Greenhouse Builders. “You don’t want that to heave.”

CUTE & COMPACT This gemlike facetted version is a good fit in urban yards. Canopia by Palram Oasis 8' Hexagonal greenhouse, $1,985. Canada Greenhouse Kits.

WHAT CAN I GROW? Peppers top the list when it

comes to Canadian greenhouse produce, followed by tomatoes, cucumbers and gherkins.

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CLASSIC ALL-ROUNDER This kit was customized with a steeper roof to accommodate tall plants and hanging baskets. Cottage 8' x 12' greenhouse, $8,995. BC Greenhouse Builders.

3 OPEN & SHUT This automatic attachment opens greenhouse or cold-frame windows when you’re not around. As temperatures rise, a gas-charged cylinder expands, lifting the windows open, then closes when the temperature drops. Set the operating range according to your climate and the season. Heat Activated window opener, $60. Lee Valley. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

BENCH MARK A potting bench with a built-in soil tray container makes transplanting or sowing from seed much easier. The aluminum counter is durable and easy to clean. Convenience Concepts Deluxe Fir potting bench, $300. Loblaws.

THE CADILLAC Spires top a classic Victorian glass greenhouse made from eco-friendly recycled aluminum. Augusta 9'6" x 20'11" greenhouse, approx. $28,830. Alitex Greenhouses USA. H&H MAY 2022 93

Winging It

DAVID CHANG AND PRIYA KRISHNA’S NEW COOKBOOK IS ABOUT FOLLOWING YOUR INSTINCTS TO CREATE FABULOUSLY FLAVOURFUL MEALS.

Text ALICE LAWLOR | Photography HORATIO BALTZ

AVID CHANG IS A GREAT BELIEVER IN improvising when he’s cooking at home. The chef, Momofuku restaurateur and TV personality was forced to rethink his approach when he had a wife and baby to feed. “I’ve had to learn to become a home cook for the first time in my life, and it’s entirely different from how I cook at restaurants,” says David. “Now I make stuff up out of necessity with my new guiding principles: to create something as delicious as possible, in the least amount of time possible, while making as little mess as possible.” When David came to writer Priya Krishna with a book concept based on this idea, the food journalist and author of Indian-ish was skeptical. How can you teach people what

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to do without measurements? But when the pandemic hit, David’s pantry- and microwave-centric approach was suddenly top of mind. So they set to work, with David schooling Priya in his unconventional methods and Priya adapting them for regular home cooks. What they created is a hybrid cookbook–advice manual focused on ingredients you likely have on hand — from frozen peas to fish sauce. There are plenty of great no-recipe dishes in the book, but the authors want you to go further than that; they believe in making meals tailored to your own taste. As Priya puts it, “With time, you’ll develop your favourite ways of cooking your preferred ingredients. The more you eat this way, really taking a moment to think about the ﬂavours of each bite, the more you’ll gain a greater appreciation of all kinds of foods.” SEE SHOPPING LIST

Photography by Edlyn D’Souza (Priya’s portrait)/Quotes from David and Priya excerpted from Cooking at Home by David Chang and Priya Krishna. ©2021 David Chang. Photography by Horatio Baltz. Illustrations by Stanley Chow. Published by Clarkson Potter Publishers, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House. New York. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved

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RECIPES FAMILY MEAL CHICKEN SUKIYAKI FLATBREAD PIZZA

RECIPE, PG. 100

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FAMILY MEAL CHICKEN

PRIYA K

THE CHICKEN GETS so crispy and charred on the top, and the fat-coated veggies on the bottom are a must. I tried this with bone-in chicken thighs because I didn’t want to cut up a whole chicken. I doused the pieces with rib rub from Buxton Hall Barbecue in Asheville, North Carolina. It was the most I’ve ever enjoyed cooking chicken and, best of all, there was very little to clean up. Maybe I’ll boil a whole chicken if I’m having people over, but this is what I’m doing on a weeknight. H&H MAY 2022 95

RECIPE, PG. 100

SUKIYAKI THIS IS AN EASY, interactive Japanese dish of meat, vegetables and noodles that’s cooked tableside — it’s always a crowd-pleaser. Often, sukiyaki is cooked over a portable stove in the centre of the dinner table, but if you don’t have one, you can cook the broth in a heavy pot and bring it to the table; the meat and the vegetables will still cook for a while in the residual heat.

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“COOKING HAS EVOLVED IN SUCH BRILLIANT WAYS BECAUSE MOST PEOPLE THROUGHOUT HISTORY DIDN’T FOLLOW RECIPES””

Photography by Andrew Bezek (David’s portrait)

— David Chang

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SEE SHOPPING LIST

From the first toast to the final bite, relish every moment and meal.

Cooking. Refrigeration. Dishwashing. Calgary Showroom • 1245 – 73 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2H 2X1 • 403-297-1000 Vancouver Showroom • 13780 Bridgeport Road Richmond, BC V6V 1V3 • 604-244-1744

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ASK A MIXOLOGIST Gianluca Passuello of Toronto’s BarChef shares the recipe for his Sparkling Elderflower Cocktail. Q: I had an elderflower-flavoured cocktail at BarChef in Toronto that was bubbly and delicious. I’d love to make it at home; can you get me the recipe? — NICOLE, Toronto

A: This balanced cocktail starts with house-made elderflower-infused “shrub” syrup. The floral base is then grounded by St-Germain Elderflower liqueur, sparkling cava and a dash of sherry. Garnished with ribbons of celery, the finished drink tastes like spring in a glass.

Send your questions to askachef@ hhmedia.com

See page 101 for recipe.

FOOD TREND

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REINVENTING SEAFOOD

BEET IT

COOKBOOK OF THE MONTH Langdon Hall by Jason Bangerter and Chris Johns The debut cookbook from Ontario’s finest country hotel is packed with recipes from celebrated executive chef, Jason Bangerter. The book moves through four seasonally focused sections, showcasing dishes such as Sweet Pea Tart with Fresh Peas from the Garden and Sea Scallops with White Beet Purée and Beetroot Cream. There are also wine pairings and stories about ingredients, cooking and farming. Penguin Canada, 2022, $50. WEB EXCLUSIVE! For recipes from this book, visit houseandhome.com/may2022 98 H&H MAY 2022

Meet Beetroot, KitchenAid’s 2022 Colour of the Year! The brand’s popular Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-head stand mixer is available in the new deep plum colourway, and is sure to add warmth and character to your kitchen. $700. KitchenAid.

STAY FRESH

The Herb keeper is a stylish container that keeps herbs fresher for longer by using a floating tray to suspend the ends of the greens in water. Suitable for all types of herbs — and asparagus — this storage system has a slim design, allowing it to fit in most fridge doors. $32. Cuisipro.

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Flavour Bomb

Want to add wow factor to your homecooked meals? Try world grocery boutique Umami Shop’s bestselling Chiliwack chili oil. After their travels through Asia, shop owners Patricia Luu and Sven Roeder wanted to bring those flavours home to Lethbridge, Alta., and across the country. Instantly elevate a dish with this tasty condiment. You only need a teaspoon — it packs a punch! $10/200 g. Umami Shop. SEE SHOPPING LIST

Photography courtesy of BarChef (Gianluca’s portrait, cocktail)/Wildtype Foods (salmon)/KitchenAid (stand mixer)/Cuisipro (herb keeper)/Penguin Random House Canada (book)/Umami Shop (chili oil)

Great news! Seafood is getting its own sustainable alternative. Wildtype Foods just launched cell-cultivated salmon, a sushigrade fish that’s grown in a lab and, therefore, free of mercury, microplastics and other toxins commonly found in ocean seafood today. For more information, including where to find it locally, sign up for the newsletter at wildtypefoods.com.

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RECIPES

These recipes have been excerpted from Cooking at Home: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying About Recipes (and Love My Microwave) by David Chang and Priya Krishna. Clarkson Potter, 2021, $35.

Family Meal Chicken SERVES 2 TO 4

David Chang: At this moment in time, sheet-pan cooking is all the rage, and for good reason — it’s one of the easiest ways to put dinner on the table. Priya informed me that there are already a ton of sheet-pan cookbooks out there, so it wasn’t necessary for us to do a whole section on sheet-pan cooking. But I did want to share one recipe, which is not only the simplest chicken recipe of all time, but probably the meal that I’ve eaten the most times in my life. This is Family Meal Chicken, a straightforward dinner served to employees prior to service at countless restaurants. When I was a young cook, I lived on this dish. Why does it work so well? Because the chicken is cut up. By the time it gets brown and crispy on the outside, the insides are juicy and cooked, too. The wire rack is key, as it allows for even heat circulation. But trust me when I say that you can’t mess up this recipe. MAKE CHICKEN 1. David: Heat the oven to 500°F. Quarter a whole chicken (or just buy 2 or 3 pounds of precut parts), and arrange the pieces on top of a wire rack set over a sheet pan. Sprinkle with a generous amount of salt and pepper, and blast it in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and golden. 2. You can get industrious and place potatoes and chopped white or yellow onions on the bottom, which will catch the fat drippings while the chicken cooks. You can season the chicken pieces with lemon, rosemary and butter under the skin, or with a rub of your choice. Or not. This dish is so delicious even at its absolute simplest. 100 H&H MAY 2022

Priya Krishna: No offense to boiled chicken, but this is definitely the best chicken recipe in the whole book. I found the boiled chicken to be extremely unruly to deal with, splashing chicken juice all over my counter. But this recipe is a reminder of why there are so many sheet-pan cookbooks! The chicken gets so crispy and charred on the top, and the fat-coated veggies on the bottom are a must. I tried this with bone-in chicken thighs because I didn’t want to cut up a whole chicken. I doused the pieces with rib rub from Buxton Hall Barbecue in Asheville, North Carolina. It was the most I’ve ever enjoyed cooking chicken and, best of all, there was very little to clean up. Maybe I’ll boil a whole chicken if I’m having people over, but this is what I’m doing on a weeknight.

Sukiyaki SERVES 4

David: I need to make sukiyaki more often. It’s an easy, interactive Japanese dish of meat, vegetables and noodles that’s cooked tableside — it’s always a crowd-pleaser. Often, sukiyaki is cooked over a portable stove in the centre of the dinner table, but if you don’t have one, you can cook the broth in a heavy pot and bring it to the table; the meat and the vegetables will still cook for a while in the residual heat. MAKE BRISKET BROTH 1. David: Start with a big pot. Add enough water to cover the meat once you put it in (don’t put it in yet), and then season your water. With salt, yes, but also with whatever other seasonings you’re looking to add. Season early and season a lot — the water should taste salty but not like the ocean (you’re not cooking pasta). Yes, you should be tasting your water before you add any meat! If you underseason severely at the beginning, you’re screwed — you’ll never get to the seasoning level you want. But if you overseason, you’re really screwed. You can always add, but you can’t take away. My solution to overseasoning is usually to add more liquid or to double the recipe, but the key to avoiding all this is to keep tasting and

adjusting the seasoning as you go. 2. Once you’re at a seasoning level you like, add the meat and bring the water to a boil. Cooking at higher heat takes less time than cooking at lower heat, and some meats, like chicken, will take less time than others, like beef. Remember, we’re not talking about a silky, just-done poach here. This is about boiling until tough cuts tenderize. Cut the meat into small pieces or cover the pot if you want it to cook faster. When you’re cooking over medium-high to high heat, watch to make sure the contents don’t boil over, which might happen in a very full pot, or that you’re not scorching the bottom of the meat. Also, when cooking on higher heat, water evaporates more quickly. That’s why, in the first 75 per cent of cooking time or so, it’s important to keep adding water as needed to maintain the liquid level — and therefore seasoning level — you started with. 3. As you’re cooking, occasionally skim the fat with a spoon. If you don’t want to babysit your pot, lower the heat. The meat will take longer to cook but you can walk away for longer without worrying if the water is evaporating too quickly and your meat is getting scorched. My general rule of thumb for any meat is that it’s done when you press your finger into it and it leaves an indent while also springing back a little. 4. Once the meat is done (less tough cuts like chicken could take less time, more like an hour; tougher cuts like chuck and pork shoulder may take two hours–plus), take it out, bring the broth to a simmer if it isn’t already, toss in whatever additional seasonings and aromatics or vegetables you’d like, then add back the meat at the end if you’re making a soup or stew. Otherwise, you’ve got broth and meat to do whatever you want with. MAKE SUKIYAKI 1. David: Fill a wide pot or Asian clay pot with a fair amount of brisket broth, enough to drop stuff into and cook in, and season it with a few shakes each of soy sauce, mirin and a little bit of sweetener, like agave syrup or honey. Cover and let the broth warm up on low heat until all the seasonings taste harmonious.

Excerpted from Cooking at Home by David Chang and Priya Krishna. ©2021 David Chang. Photography by Horatio Baltz. IIlustrations by Stanley Chow. Published by Clarkson Potter Publishers, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House. New York. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 98 2. In the meantime, set up your mise en place: a bunch of thin slices of cooked brisket and a generous amount of thinly sliced raw vegetables — cabbage, white or yellow onion, scallions and mushrooms all work well (“thinly sliced” is important here because it means quick cooking). 3. To make a dipping sauce, beat one raw egg in a bowl and season with ponzu, or a mix of soy sauce and lime juice. The traditional version is just the egg, but I like to season it. 4. You and your fellow eaters can then add whatever vegetables and meat you want to the pot — they all cook pretty quickly and the brisket is already cooked, so you’re mainly warming it up in the broth — then pluck out what you want and eat. At the end, set the broth back over heat, bring to a simmer and cook a few handfuls of glass noodles in it to enjoy as a last course.

Flatbread Pizza SERVES 2 TO 3

MAKE DOUGH 1. David: In a small bowl, combine a teaspoonful or so of active dry yeast, a squeeze of agave syrup or a pinch of granulated sugar, and a few spoonfuls of warm (but not hot!) water. Stir to dissolve. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes. Congrats, you’ve activated the yeast. 2. In a large bowl, combine at least three cups of all-purpose flour, a few large pinches of salt and a pinch of sugar. Add the activated yeast and stir in enough water (milk works, too!) for the dough to be wet but malleable, something you can bring together into a wet ball. Add a glug of olive oil to the dough and start working it. This just means using your hands to lift it and let it fold over itself a bunch of times. Do this for a few minutes, until the dough starts to feel elastic — you’re developing the gluten. 3. Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel and place it in a dark roomtemperature spot (like an oven that’s turned off — if it’s cold in the kitchen, it helps to boil water in a kettle and put that in the oven to make the oven warmer). Let it proof for three to five hours, until it almost doubles in size.

4. You can use it now, or transfer the dough to a resealable bag, place in the freezer overnight and then thaw it in the fridge or at room temperature when you’re ready to use it. Priya: Both Dave and I found that the texture was softer and with a nicer chew after freezing and thawing. David: This dough should be a little more hydrated than the standard flatbread dough to give it more of that light, shattery crunch. So, ideally, make the dough with a little extra water, enough to make it a loose dough, not one that comes together into a neat ball. 5. Once the dough is proofed, stretch it out on a half-sheet pan (or two 12-inch round pans) that have been coated with olive oil, and add a little more oil to the surface of the dough. Make indents for the crust along the edges of the dough. Let it proof again, covered in plastic wrap, for one to two hours in a dark roomtemperature place (again, a turned-off oven works well), until it has risen to almost double the height. (If you’re using an oven and it’s cold in your kitchen, place a kettle with boiling water in the oven to keep it warm.) MAKE FLATBREAD PIZZA 1. David: Take the dough out, and preheat the oven to 450°F. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce (canned tomatoes puréed with salt, olive oil and sugar, to taste, works) over the top. Bake the crust for about 20 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Spread fresh mozzarella, another layer of tomato sauce and slices of pepperoni over the top. Place the pizza back in the oven and cook for another three to six minutes, to your desired doneness. Priya: I cook it until the pepperoni is crispy because it adds this salty, potato chip–like crunch to every bite. This is my go-to recipe for when I’m on vacation and staying in a rental with friends and need to make dinner. It doesn’t require much kitchen equipment, and it automatically makes me the most popular person in the house.

Gianluca Passuello’s Sparkling Elderflower Cocktail MAKES ONE COCKTAIL

Celery Bitters (batch) 1½ litres gin 4 tbsp celery seed 3 tsp fennel seed 1 tbsp green cardamom 4 tsp coriander seed 3 tsp caraway seed Elderflower and Fennel Shrub (batch) 2 cups white wine vinegar 8 cups elderflower pressé 8 cups sugar 1 cup fennel Cocktail 1 oz. vodka ¼ oz. St-Germain Elderflower liqueur ¼ oz. sherry ¼ oz. Celery Bitters (see above) ¾ oz. Elderflower and Fennel Shrub (see above) 2 drops absinthe 1½ oz. cava Ribboned celery, for garnish MAKE CELERY BITTERS 1. Place all components in jar, label and date accordingly. Let infuse for 2 months. 2. Fine-strain and transfer to bottle. MAKE SHRUB 1. Place all ingredients in pot and transfer to stove, bring to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes. 2. Fine-strain ingredients, transfer to sealable container and store in fridge. MAKE COCKTAIL 1. To rocks glass add vodka, St-Germain Elderflower liqueur, sherry, Celery Bitters and Elderflower and Fennel Shrub. 2. Place ice chunk in glass, then add two drops of absinthe and top with cava. 3. Garnish with curled ribbon of celery and enjoy!

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1stDibs, 1stdibs.com 54kibo, 54kibo.com Annapolis Seeds, annapolisseeds.com Annie Selke, annieselke.com ARD Outdoor, ardoutdoor.com Artisan Books, artisanbooks.com Atelier Ellis, atelierellis.co.uk August, restaurantaugust.com Baker Furniture (to the trade), bakerfurniture.com Baltic Marché, balticmarche.com Bed Bath & Beyond, 1-800-462-3966 or bedbathandbeyond.ca Behr, behr.com Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca Black Rooster Decor, (416) 465-7778 or blackroosterdecor.com Caesarstone, caesarstone.ca Casualife, casualife.ca CB2, cb2.ca The Chloe, thechloenola.com Clarkson Potter, penguinrandomhouse.ca Corey Moranis, coreymoranis.com Crate and Barrel, crateandbarrel.ca Cuisipro, cuisipro.com Currey & Company, 1-877-768-6428 or curreyandcompany.com David Chang, momofuku.com The Door Maker, (289) 562-0023 or doormaker.ca

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Dyson, dysoncanada.ca EQ3, (416) 533-9090 or eq3.com Etsy, etsy.com Farfetch, farfetch.com Farrow & Ball, 1-888-511-1121 or farrow-ball.com Fenwick Design Group, (204) 489-5151 or fenwickdesigngroup.com Ferm Living, fermliving.com Finnish Design Shop, finnishdesignshop.com Gianluca Passuello, Barchef, (416) 868-4800 or barchef.com Goodee, goodeeworld.com GR Shop by Gabriel Ross, (250) 384-2554 or grshop.com H&M Home, hm.com Hermès, 1-855-770-8626 or hermes.com Holt Renfrew, holtrenfrew.com The Home Depot Canada, 1-800-628-0525 or homedepot.ca

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Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com Hut K, (204) 894-7639 or hutk.ca Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca Indigo, indigo.ca Kelli, (514) 800-7443 or kelli.shop KitchenAid, kitchenaid.ca Kohler, kohler.com LD Shoppe, ldshoppe.com Lee Valley, (416) 366-5959, 1-800-267-8767 or leevalley.com

LightForm, 1-866-526-7232 or lightform.ca Ligne Roset, ligne-roset.com Lowe’s, 1-800-445-6937 or lowes.ca Luis Fernandez, luisfern5.com Made Goods, madegoods.com Malachite Home, malachitehome.com Mary Katrantzou, marykatrantzou.com

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Megumi Shauna Arai, tiwa-select.com Memo Showroom, (647) 350-3700 or memoshowroom.com Menu, menudesignshop.com Misette, misettetable.com Mjölk, (416) 551-9853 or mjolk.ca Modern Komfort, modernkomfort.ca MoMA Design Store, store.moma.org Must Société, (514) 509-8871 or mustsociete.com Net-a-Porter, net-a-porter.com New Orleans Museum of Art, noma.org NewWall, (905) 238-2700 or newwall.com Nune, nunenune.com Object & Thing, object-thing.com Old Faithful Shop, oldfaithfulshop.com Penguin Random House, penguinrandomhouse.ca Preservation Hall, preservationhall.com Priya Krishna, priyakrishna.me Proven Winners, provenwinners.com

Quiet Town, page 40 quiettownhome.com Rekindle, rekindleyourlife.ca Rifle Paper Co., riflepaperco.com Robinson, 1-800-782-0173 or robinsonco.ca Roslyn Shop, shop.studioroslyn.com Saks Fifth Avenue, (416) 507-3100 or saksfifthavenue.com Samsung, samsung.com Sephora, 1-877-737-4672 or sephora.com Serena & Lily, serenaandlily.com Sherwin-Williams, 1-800-474-3794 or sherwin-williams.com The Soniat House, soniathouse.com Ssense, ssense.com Stone Tile, 1-866-669-1103 or stone-tile.com Structube, structube.com Studio BE, studiobenola.com Studio Roslyn, studioroslyn.com Stylegarage, (416) 534-4343 or stylegarage.com Sunday Shop, sundayshop.co Thibaut, thibautdesign.com &Tradition, andtradition.com Turkey and the Wolf, turkeyandthewolf.com Umami Shop, (403) 328 8899 or umamishop.ca Union Lighting & Decor, (514) 340-5000 or unionlighting.com The Unscented Company, unscentedco.com The Urban Electric Co., urbanelectricco.com Vancouver Special, (604) 568-3673 or shop.vanspecial.com Villeroy & Boch, villeroy-boch.com West Elm, 1-855-860-1082 or westelm.com Wildtype, wildtypefoods.com

Source Guide GARDEN STYLE Pages 46 to 48 Design, Andrea McLean, (604) 339-2393 or andreamclean.ca; landscape design, Aaron Teer, teercolandscape.com. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS Aarts Nursery, (604) 888-3555 Dinesen Nurseries, (604) 856-2290 or dinesen.ca Golden Spruce Nurseries, (604) 881-1141 or goldenspruce.ca Inform Interiors, (604) 682-3868 or informinteriors.com Murray Sims Construction, (604) 737-0024 or murray-sims.com Paloform, 1-888-823-8883 or paloform.com Rock Solid Stoneworks, (604) 861-8182

Design, Shannon Vosters, (519) 933-6505.

J.D. Lighting, (519) 688-1212 or jdlighting.ca Kintore Custom Hardwoods, (519) 495-4002 or kintorecustomhardwoods.ca LD Shoppe, ldshoppe.com Lemon Tree + Co. Interiors, (519) 846-0367 or lemontreeandco.com Loloi, loloirugs.com MCC Contractors, (519) 349-2256 Olympia Tile & Stone, (416) 785-6666 or olympiatile.com Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com Roelands Custom Carpentry, (519) 238-2040 Simply Harvest Creations, (519) 381-0998 or simplyharvestcreations.com Stonex Granite & Quartz, stonex.ca Tri-County Brick, (519) 273-5151 or tricountybrick.com Venneri Design Studio, (905) 730-9099 Wills & Prior, (519) 273-0202 or willsandprior.com

PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS 1stDibs, 1stdibs.com Benjamin Moore, 1-855-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca deVOL Kitchens, devolkitchens.com The French Barn, french-barn.com Great Floors, greatfloors.ca House of Rohl, houseofrohl.com Huey Lightshop, hueylightshop.com

General contracting, beams, MCC Contractors; cabinets, millwork, Roelands Custom Carpentry; kitchen hardwood flooring, Great Floors; kitchen perimeter cabinet colour, Northern Cliffs (1536), kitchen wall and trim colour, Cloud Cover (OC-25), mudroom and pantry cabinet, wall and trim colour, Night Train (CC-270), Benjamin Moore. Page 50: Flush-mount ceiling fixtures, sconces, J.D.

Contracting, Murray Sims Construction; trees and plants, Dinesen Nurseries, Golden Spruce Nurseries and Aarts Nursery. Page 46: Sofa and chairs by Kettal, throw pillows, accent tables, Inform Interiors; fire table, Paloform; bamboo (behind and above cabana), Golden Spruce Nurseries. Page 47: Bottom right: Dining table and dining chairs by Kettal, Inform Interiors; stonemasonry, Rock Solid Stoneworks.

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Lighting; backsplash, Olympia Tile & Stone; range by Lacanche, The French Barn; plaster finishing, Venneri Design Studio; cutting boards, wooden stools, Lemon Tree + Co. Interiors; butcherblock, Kintore Custom Hardwoods; kitchen island cabinet colour, El Cajon Clay (1260), Benjamin Moore. Page 51: Ceiling fixture (over dining table), J.D. Lighting; botanical print, Wills & Prior; dining table, Simply Harvest Creations; dining chairs, LD Shoppe. Page 52: Left: Faucet, deVOL Kitchens; sink, House of Rohl; counters, Stonex Granite & Quartz; runner, Loloi; hardware, Rejuvenation; pendants, Huey Lightshop. Right: Mudroom counter, Stonex Granite & Quartz; pendant, Rejuvenation; sconce, J.D. Lighting; rug, Lemon Tree + Co. Interiors; brick flooring, Tri-County Brick. Page 53: Top right: Brass rails, deVOL Kitchens. Elements of the Look: Oxalis Compressa framed print, Wills & Prior; Extra Small Cedric flush-mount light fixture in Lacquered Brass by Hinkley, J.D. Lighting; Antique 19th-century front door, 1stDibs; Ionian tap with rinse in Aged Brass by Perrin & Rowe, deVOL Kitchens; Cottonwood brick flooring by Authintic Brick, Tri-County Brick; Ryden sconce in Heritage Brass by Hinkley, J.D. Lighting; 60" Citeaux range in Black and Brass by Lacanche, The French Barn; island cabinet colour, El Cajon Clay (1260), perimeter cabinet colour, Northern Cliffs CONTINUED (1536), Benjamin Moore.

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MINI MAKEOVER Pages 54 to 57 Design, Cynthia Ferguson Designs, (647) 351-6005 or cynthiafergusondesigns.com. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS Cynthia Ferguson Designs, (647) 351-6005 or cynthiafergusondesigns.com Dash & Albert, 1-800-658-5035 or dashandalbert.com eBay, ebay.ca Gabby, 1-888-868-4267 or gabbyhome.com Kravet Canada (to the trade), 1-800-535-3258 or kravetcanada.com Summer Classics, summerclassics.com West Elm, westelm.com Page 54: Sectional, armchair, coffee table, Summer Classics; rug, Dash & Albert; teal stool, Cynthia Ferguson Designs. Page 55: Top right: Pendant, Summer Classics; side table (in corner), Gabby; drapes, Kravet Canada. Page 56: Mirror, West Elm; sconce, eBay; bar cabinet, Cynthia Ferguson Designs. Page 57: Top and bottom left: Console (behind sectional), Gabby; green and white throw pillow fabric, Cynthia Ferguson Designs; grey and white throw pillow fabric by Kelly Wearstler, Kravet Canada. Bottom right: Stool, blankets, Cynthia Ferguson Designs.

WIT & WHIMSY Pages 60 to 69 Design, Colette van den Thillart, CVDT Interior Design, (647) 964-4456 or colettevandenthillart.com. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS 1stDibs, 1stdibs.com Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca Ciot, ciot.com Circa Who, circawho.com

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Frank, 1stDibs; wall colour, Calluna (270), Farrow & Ball. Bottom left: Wallpaper by Coordonné, NewWall; green sculpture by Tony Romano. Page 69: Tulip lamp (left), Ponce Berga; custom bookshelf, CVDT Interior Design; armchair upholstery fabric by Kerry Joyce Textiles, Primavera Interior Furnishings.

MAKE IT POP Pages 70 to 77 Design, Jennifer Overweel, Maison Maison, (416) 627-7929 or maisonmaisonofficial.ca. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS Accents for Living, accentsforliving.ca ADH Fine Hardware, adhhardware.ca Allied Maker, alliedmaker.com Ann Sacks, (416) 782-8453 or annsacks.com AST Stone and Flooring, (416) 769-0777 or astflooring.com Avenue Road, (416) 548-7788 or avenue-road.com Bayview Design Group, (519) 332-8439 or bayviewdesign.ca Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca CB2, cb2.ca Cheney Window & Door Specialists, (905) 847-2071 or cheney.ca Ciot, ciot.com Cocoon Furnishings, (905) 829-2780 or cocoonfurnishings.ca Coleen & Company, coleenandcompany.com Crystal Tile & Marble, crystaltilemarble.com De La Vega Designs, dlvdesigns.com Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com Farrow & Ball, 1-888-511-1121 or farrow-ball.com Ginger’s, (416) 787-1787 or gingers.com Hollace Cluny, (416) 968-7894 or hollacecluny.ca Inlet Homes, Adam Schuler, instagram.com/inlethomes Kingswood Drapery Service, (416) 633-1103 Kravet Canada (to the trade), 1-800-535-3258 or kravetcanada.com Lakeland Interiors, (705) 527-7691 or lakelandinteriors.ca Maison C, maisonc.com

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roman blind fabric by Rogers & Goffigon, Primavera Interior Furnishings; counters and counter fabrication, AST Stone and Flooring; knobs by Emtek, ADH Fine Hardware. Top right: Lantern, Coleen & Company; crib, Nursery Works; sconces, Soane Britain; wallpaper, Pierre Frey. Bottom left: Counter and counter fabrication, AST Stone and Flooring; floor tile by Popham Design, Ann Sacks; cabinet colour, Summer Shower (2135-60), Benjamin Moore. Bottom right: Faucet, Ginger’s; custom pink sconce, Allied Maker; wallpaper, Maison C; door hardware by Rocky Mountain Hardware, Oakville Fine Hardware. Page 75: Wallpaper, drapery fabric, Pierre Frey; custom trundle bed, custom rug, Maison Maison; art by Kate Boxer, Hollace Cluny. Page 76: Custom bed frame, custom rug, Maison Maison; nightstands, table lamps, Elte. Page 77: Top right: Tub, Penhaglion; tub filler, Taps; stool, Cocoon Furnishings. Bottom left: Sconces, Trueing; vanity and shower marble, Crystal Tile & Marble; floor tile, Ciot; faucets, shower fixtures, Taps.

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TROPICAL PUNCH Pages 78 to 87 Design, Tanya McLean, Mango Design Co, mangodesignco.ca. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS Andreu World, andreuworld.com Aquabrass, 1-888-239-9336 or aquabrass.com Barter Design, (604) 308-8027 or barterdesign.ca Benjamin Moore, 1-855-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca Bison Projects, bisonprojects.ca CB2, cb2.ca The Coast Goods, (604) 215-1712 or thecoastgoods.ca Crate and Barrel, crateandbarrel.ca Daltile, daltile.com Designhouse, (604) 681-2800 or designhouse.ca Designer Wallcoverings, 1-888-373-4564 or designerwallcoverings.com Fenix, 1-800-367-6422 CONTINUED or fenixforinteriors-na.com

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GREEN WITH ENVY Pages 88 to 93 Design, Lisa Moody, Grapevine Designs, (604) 496-5771 or grapevinedesigns.ca. PRINCIPAL SUPPLIERS Ace Hardware, ace-canada.ca Alitex Greenhouse USA, alitex-greenhouses.com Art’s Nursery, (604) 882-1201 or artsnursery.com BC Greenhouse Builders, bcgreenhouses.com Canada Greenhouse Kits, canada-greenhouse-kits.ca Etsy, etsy.com Fourt Construction Management, 1-800-325-5351 or fourtconstruction.com The Hardscaping Man, 1-778-887-6530 or thehardscapingman.ca The Home Depot Canada, 1-800-628-0525 or homedepot.ca Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca Kohler, kohler.com Lee Valley, (416) 366-5959, 1-800-267-8767 or leevalley.com Loblaws, loblaws.ca West Coast Seeds, 1-888-804-8820 or westcoastseeds.com Contracting, Fourt Construction Management; hardscaping, The Hardscaping Man. Page 89: Bottom centre: Wooden boxes, Ikea; pitchfork, Ace Hardware; tall pots, The Home Depot Canada; seeds, West Coast Seeds. Page 90: Top right: Sink, Kohler. Bottom left: Personalized apron by Spitch Leather Roll, Etsy. Page 91: Pendants, Ikea; hanging pots (inside greenhouse), Art’s Nursery. Page 92: Top left: Greenhouse, BC Greenhouse Builders. Page 93: Greenhouse 101: Heat Activated window opener, Lee Valley; Convenience Concepts Deluxe Fir potting bench, Loblaws; Canopia by Palram Oasis 8' Hexagonal greenhouse, Canada Greenhouse Kits; Cottage 8' x 12' greenhouse, BC Greenhouse Builders; Augusta 9'6" x 20'11" greenhouse, Alitex Greenhouses USA.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 68 To wit: the vestibule opens straight into the front room. The conventional move would be to furnish it with a sofa, but Colette went rogue, underdressing the space so it could handle a party. A fringed confidante settee sits right in the middle, and the walls and ceiling beams are painted soft pink. “Victoria is an epic entertainer,” says Colette. “Having things not overly furnished was really appealing to her, so there’s space to sashay.” Amping up the room is flamingo wallpaper, the dinner gong and a fireplace reclad in faux tortoiseshell and teal stones. A massive rug designed by Colette, in swirls of pink and eggplant, floods the floor like a melted sundae. “If you’re going for something really dynamic, it’s best to do it in transient rooms,” says Colette. That goes for the powder room, too, with its whimsical hand-holding-acigarette decoration on the door. Other rooms charged with colour and pattern include a dining room in vivid chartreuse and “the monkey room,” a cosy library bar named for the crimson de Gournay Deco Monkeys wallpaper. “Gabe used the room as his office during the pandemic; he had one of the best backdrops for Zoom calls,” says Victoria, with a laugh. These front-of-house rooms are mainly for entertaining, while the family room and kitchen at the back of house are more subdued and contemporary. But wherever you go, there’s always a hint of the past. The tin Thai figurines in the dining room belonged to Victoria’s mother, as did the golden Buddha in the monkey room and the quirky bee-shaped honey holder on the table: “We always joke that the three of us did this house,” says Colette. Great objets, like great genes, travel effortlessly through time. 108 H&H MAY 2022

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The good news is that your kitchen has lots of potential. I recommend focusing on the sink wall; your existing tiled backsplash and shelves are making the room feel dated. First, remove the shelves and tile the whole wall in a glossy white subway tile, just like in the inspiration shot. Then, mount two-inch-thick floating shelves that span the entire length of the wall. This is a great spot to store your everyday dishes, glasses, cookbooks and accessories. Your open shelving will become the focal point of the room! Consider removing your existing recessed ceiling lights and installing three new sconces, a pair of pendants over the island, plus a recessed LED strip light in the floating shelves. Alternatively, you could switch out your existing pendant shades for cone-shaped ones. Next, swap out your sink for a large stainless steel

undermount version and a new faucet. The matte black option suggested here will help ground the room and instantly modernize the space. To brighten things up, install counters in Caesarstone’s Frosty Carrina. Lastly, to really complete the look, update your cabinet door fronts with these modern, skinny Shaker-style doors painted an off-white, and add black hardware to match your new faucet. Candace is a graduate of the Ryerson School of Interior Design and currently works as a designer at LRDS. 1. Vermont Skinny Shaker door profile, $33/sq.ft. The Door Maker. 2. Aerin Charlton wall light, $861. Robinson. 3. Helga pendant, $1,039. LD Shoppe. 4. Large Quatrus Undermount Single Bowl kitchen sink by Blanco, $459. The Home Depot Canada. 5. Ceramica tile in Avorio, $35/sq.ft. Stone Tile. 6. Crue Pull-down Single-handle faucet, $902. Kohler. 7. 5141 Frosty Carrina surface, pricing upon request. Caesarstone. SEE SHOPPING LIST

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The arrival of spring marks the end of our hibernation: it’s time to step out and embrace this season’s boldest trend, transparency used to graphic effect. At Paris Fashion Week, influencer Negin Mirsalehi (above) dazzled in an unapologetically sheer skirt. Fashion lovers can channel that same confidence with graphic see-through accessories such as Loewe’s Anagram Cutout belt and Paco Rabanne’s bloom-embellished clear shoulder bag. For those who love colour, don Fendi’s coral and transparent-edged sunglasses, Corey Moranis’ rainbowbright Chain necklace, and Christian Louboutin’s fun flats in fuchsia. Interiors are having a peekaboo moment, too. Take inspiration from this creatively framed ensuite bathroom (above) by Fenwick Design Group and bring the transparent look home. Style a room with Truu Design’s leggy planters, or try a curated display of your favourite curiosities in a glass-fronted cabinet; Fornasetti’s printed decorative plate will catch the eye. Now pour a drink from LSA International’s translucent glass jug and perch on Mermelada Estudio’s barely-there dining chair. You’re officially in the clear! 1. Anagram Cutout belt, Saks Fifth Avenue. 2. Transparent & Black Nano Plexi Flower bag by Paco Rabanne, Ssense. 3. Fendi Feel Cat Eye sunglasses, Holt Renfrew. 4. Basis Handmade Glass jug by LSA International, Hudson’s Bay. 5. Lip Blush lip balm by Tom Ford, Sephora. 6. Modul cabinet, Black Rooster Decor. 7. Chiaro Clear chair by Mermelada Estudio, CB2. 8. Patterned Decorative plate by Fornasetti, Farfetch. 9. Chain necklace, Corey Moranis. 10. Degrastrass Embellished PVC and Suede Point-toe flat by Christian Louboutin, Net-a-Porter. 11. Decorative Metal planters with Legs by Truu Design, Indigo. 112 H&H MAY 2022

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