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ON THE COVER An inviting Scandi-style kitchen by Heidi Caillier. Story, page 74. Photography by Haris Kenjar.
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Editorial RSVP Our readers have their say Style Files News, ideas and trends More or Less Accent pieces to warm up your kitchen Finds New from the world of design Focus Tables for casual dining Colour Spotlight Aquatic Green Garden News Floral “it” girl Amy Merrick, plus biophilic rooms Interview Q&A with Belgian designer Axel Vervoordt Collecting Artist Dil Hildebrand Condo Style Designer Luke Havekes’s luxe flat in Montreal Food News New hot spots, cookbooks and more Shopping List Our suppliers Source Guide Where to find it Ask A Designer™ Jennifer Koper’s advice for updating a kitchen with a light palette and open shelving Trendwatch Just Marbelous
FEATURES 54 Kitchens Secret Ingredient Three beautiful spaces that are packed with personality, plus the latest kitchen trends. 66 House & Home of the Month What’s a Reno Between Friends? Designer Arren Williams transforms a historical clapboard house into a gorgeous family home. 74 Design Scandi in Seattle Tour an inviting modern abode by Heidi Caillier that reimagines cosy cabin style. 80 Decorating Pure & Simple A 1940s ranch-style home in West Vancouver gets a light and bright makeover with interiors by Ami McKay. 88 Food & Entertaining Pantry Pasta Look no further than your cupboard to make these easy and delicious pasta recipes.
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A Scullery-style painted kitchen by Plain English.
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A French classic kitchen by A+B Kasha.
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What is this love affair with kitchens that so many of us share? Maybe it has to do with the romantic notion of cooking in a kitchen that fuels your imagination with possibilities and choices. How will it feel to cook at that stove, work at that counter or stand over that particular sink? Where will you keep your spices, favourite china or those platters that are so hard to store? Can you imagine serving up snacks at that counter or lingering over Sunday brunch at an old-fashioned table right in the centre of your kitchen? So many details to work out. But in the end... it’s the look and feeling of one singular kitchen that most of us fall in love with. I’m about to start designing a personal kitchen for us, something I haven’t done for many years. This time, it’s for a circa-1930s lakehouse we recently bought. The plans are in for permit, but the area where the new kitchen is going to live shows as a big, empty space on the drawings. I’ve been saving the design of the new kitchen for the very last because it’s the best part of the project, and the vision for it has been tumbling around in my head for months and isn’t quite dry. That’s what it’s like for me. Ideas swirl around and are edited down, then expanded, then edited, over and over again, until, finally, I can see the finished room in my head and imagine myself in it. Should it be a “scullery kitchen” with Plain English painted cabinets? Or maybe an unfitted Nordic-style modern country kitchen with lots of pale wood? Or a French-inspired classic kitchen? Over the next many months of construction and decorating, I’ll be writing about it, plus we’re filming a video series to show 10 H&H MARCH 2020
you the nitty-gritty of winterizing a grand old cottage and helping it come to life, ready for the next 100 years. In this issue, I swooned for the green lacquered Englishstyle kitchen by designer Jack Creasy, especially the china display wall. I loved the airy style of the white kitchen by Tanya Krpan, but it was the Scandinavian-style kitchen by Heidi Caillier that made our cover. Why? Because it has so much heart. The cabinets, hardware and counters are classic and beautifully detailed. Traditional, yes, and yet this kitchen does not feel one bit stodgy. The mid-century-style modern dining area is fresh and crisp, and can’t you just see yourself eating breakfast there? We could. In case you’re wondering why I’m writing the Editor’s Page... yet again.... Can I just say, thank heavens for our amazing team of senior editors led by Alice Lawlor and Kimberley Brown. And it’s so great to have Stacy Begg back running our house shoots again. These are just a few of our creatives who, together with their teams, keep the content flowing day in and day out, and it’s a good thing they do because, just when I was enjoying your letters congratulating us on finally having an editor-in-chief from the West, Emma was lured away to a big new job in a different industry. That was depressing, to say the least, but I’m over it now, and I’m looking forward to a great year ahead and shaking things up to keep us fresh and, hopefully, just what you’re looking for. If you haven’t already written to us, please do. We want to hear what you like, what you don’t and what you’re missing. Email us at letters@hhmedia.com.
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CATHERINE SWEENEY Writer, “Scandi in Seattle” (page 74) Catherine freelances for magazines such as Chatelaine and S/ magazine, and is a former features editor at H&H. Your dream kitchen feels like… A warm hug. It has a cosy banquette, layers of colour and texture, and a wood-burning fireplace. How do you add personality to your kitchen? I lean small pictures on the counter and always have my favourite cookbooks out on display. 14 H&H MARCH 2020
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ANGUS FERGUSSON Photographer, “Secret Ingredient” (page 54) A regular H&H contributor, Angus enjoys soaking in the design when getting the grand tour of the home he’s photographing. Your dream kitchen has… A ladder to get to those hard-to-reach upper cabinets. How do you add personality to your kitchen? For me, the frugal and fun way is with the backsplash. It’s a “safe space” to add some character.
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Classic Blue (19-4052), Pantone’s Colour of the Year, signals a return to traditional shades that never fall out of fashion. Reminiscent of the ocean and starry skies, this bold yet livable colour delivers a sumptuous sanctuary feel in both small hits and daring splashes. Olive Branch (right) and Sardines Charcoal wallpapers, $145/9' x 26" strip. Through Wall You Need Is Love.
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1. Zodiac Ceramic table lamp in Blue and White by Regina Andrew, $528. At Prima Lighting. 2. Sabre Old Fashioned Steel Blue salad servers, $55/set of 2. 3. 4.9L Cast Iron Chef’s French oven in Blueberry by Le Creuset, $535. At Hudson’s Bay. 4. Tranget rug in Handmade Assorted Blue Shades, $229. At Ikea. 5. Loretta Velvet 3-seater sofa in Blue, $499. At Structube. 6. Weightless Cotton Queen sheet set in Marine, $120. At Casper.
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NYLA FREE SHARES HER PREFERENCES AND PREDICTIONS FOR 2020. CALGARY DESIGNER NYLA FREE is currently designing a range of projects, including a new-build home and a penthouse renovation in Calgary, plus a modern mountain retreat in Canmore, Alta. A suite at the Amangiri hotel in Canyon Point, Utah.
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KEY INFLUENCE ON DESIGN IN 2020: Wellness and well-being.
authentic pieces that add a small amount of history to each room. OVER: Minimalism and homes that lack personality. HOT SPOT: Amangiri hotel, Canyon Point, Utah. HOW OFTEN YOU CHANGE YOUR DECORATING: Not often,
“THIS ERA IS ABOUT DESIGNING HOMES THAT MAKE PEOPLE FEEL GOOD”
Floor-standing Altar candlesticks, $950. At Uniquities; Nadia Cane chair, $549. At CB2.
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WHO: Janine Bouchard WHERE: Vancouver FOUNDED: 2017 WHAT: Environmentally friendly stonewashed linen bedding made from flax that’s grown, woven and sewn in Western Europe, making it durable and breathable. Janine worked in apparel before launching Last Light, and calls herself a “textile nerd.” COST OF A QUEEN SHEET SET:
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WHO: Oana Papuc (left), Anna Heyd (centre) and Vivian McCormick WHERE: Vancouver FOUNDED: 2017 WHAT: Perfectly wrinkled French linen bedding in a variety of timeless colours, plus additional seasonal colours introduced twice a year. Up next? A kitchen line in collaboration with entrepreneur Jackie Kai Ellis and Apt La Fayette, set to launch later in 2020.
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WHO: Nicole Bernstein WHERE: Toronto FOUNDED: 2018 WHAT: Sustainable and luxurious GOTScertified organic cotton bedding sourced from Quebec. Everything from duvet covers to crib sheets are offered in three goes-witheverything hues — Snow, Slate and White Sand. Fun finishing touch: For bed-making ease, discreet labels mark the short and long sides of fitted sheets.
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MORE OR LESS Warm up your kitchen with these classic accent pieces. Produced by BIANCA ZANOTTI
GLASS DOME PENDANT $613
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Halcyon pendant in Old Bronze and Glass by Hudson Valley Lighting. Steel; glass. 69" h. x 10" diam. At Prima Lighting.
Thick Glass Dome Shaped mini pendant in Painted Aged Brass and Dark Weathered Zinc Clear Glass. Steel; glass. 190¾" h. x 9" diam. At Union Lighting and Furnishings.
Avery 10-inch 1-light Goblet mini pendant in Olde Bronze by Kichler. Glass; metal. 125" h. x 10" diam. At Robinson.
WALNUT COUNTER STOOL $1,100
$756*
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Cherner counter stool in Walnut by Norman Cherner for Cherner Chair Company. Laminated beech; walnut veneer. 38½" h. x 18" w. x 21½" d. At Design Within Reach.
Norman counter stool in Walnut Finish. FAS grade hardened plywood; walnut veneer. 38½" h. x 18" w. x 21½" d. Through Eternity Modern.
Satine counter stool in Dark Walnut. Plywood; American walnut veneer; stainless steel. 39¾" h. x 15¾" w. x 20½" d. At Casalife.
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Large Marble & Wood cheese board in White Marble & Natural Wood. White marble; polished mangowood. 18" l. x 9" w. x ½" d. At Williams Sonoma.
Long Half-marble Half-wood board. White marble; wood. 16" l. x 8" w. At Indigo.
Marble and Wood serving board. Marble; mangowood. 15" l. x 7" w. At HomeSense.
VINTAGE-STYLE RUNNER $1,399
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Original Karastan rug in Multi Panel Kirman by Karastan. New Zealand wool. 2⅝' x 8⅝'. At Alexanian’s.
Afghan Finest Kargahi Handknotted rug in Red. Wool. 3' x 9¾'. Through shophouse andhome.com.
Hamadan Jahan rug in Red by Safavieh. Polypropylene pile. 2¼' x 10'. At Bed Bath & Beyond.
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1. GLASS ACT Created by German designer Martin Hirth and produced by Ligne Roset, these handblown Buée vases reference industrial parts like bolts and axles, but they’re also decidedly pretty. Arrange several together for a colourful vignette. In Green, Smoke and Indigo Blue. Glass. 9" h. x 5" diam. (small); 9" h. x 6¾" diam. (medium); 7¾" h. x 7¾" diam. (large). From $153 each. At Maison Corbeil.
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2. THREE’S COMPANY The Stansell Rectangular chandelier combines a trio of oversized glass globes with geometric-shaped wrought iron for a handsome fixture that will cast a warm glow over your next dinner party. In Antique Bronze and White by Currey & Company. 25¼" h. x 44" w. x 16½" d. $2,654. At Robinson. 3. BLANKET STATEMENT Add texture to your living room or bring a rosy accent to a bedscape with the Arezzo throw, as soft and stylish as your favourite sweater. In Dusty Pink by Linen Way. Wool; acrylic. 78" l. x 55" w. $170. Through shophouseandhome.com.
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4. OFF THE HOOK Turn a functional home element into an artful moment with Ponto wall hooks by Blomus. A round shape and multicoloured flecks instantly energize transitional spaces, mudrooms and bathrooms. In Terrazzo. Polystone. 2" diam. x 4⁄5" d. (small); 32⁄5" diam. x 4⁄5" d. (large). $45/set of 4. At Old Faithful Shop.
the world of design. Produced by KAI ETHIER Text by AMANDA DEMEKU
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5. LOUNGE AROUND With its sleek lines, movable glides and adjustable lumbar pillow, Blu Dot’s Deep Thoughts Leather chaise lounge is an ideal spot for unwinding in style. Buffed and lightly waxed olive green leather has a modern vibe, and the finish only gets better over time. In Loden Green Leather. Powder-coated steel; velvet; leather. 16" h. x 60" l. x 22" w. $2,469. At Urban Mode. 6. FINE ART The Trestle canvas print by artist and designer Michael Upton is a simple yet striking way to enliven a bare wall with abstract geometric shapes — and the classic blue hue is right on trend. Cotton canvas. 36" h. x 27" w. $180. At EQ3.
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7. CARRY ON Doing laundry is a breeze with these Natural Seagrass round baskets. When not in use, simply nest them together to keep your space clutter free. Seagrass. Small, medium and large. $89/set of 3. Through shophouseandhome.com. SEE SHOPPING LIST
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1. Otago dining table in White by Moe’s Home. MDF; stainless steel; high-gloss lacquer. 29½" h. x 47" diam. $1,360. At Stoney Creek Furniture. 2. Ekedalen Extendable table in Dark Brown by Ehlén Johansson. Ash; pine; particle board; ash veneer; acrylic lacquer. 29½" h. x 31½" w. x 27½" d. $199. At Ikea. 3. Alwin dining table in Dark Brown. Rubberwood; MDF; walnut veneer. 29½" h. x 39½" diam. $219. At Structube. 4. Place Square dinette table in Ash by Shawn Place. Tempered glass; ash. 30" h. x 36" w. x 36" d. $749. At EQ3. 5. Dawson Pedestal table in Weathered Black. Kiln-dried solid poplar wood. 30" h. x 40" diam. $1,119. At Pottery Barn. 6. Large Chroma bistro table in Dusty Blush. Glass; steel; lacquered engineered wood. 29½" h. x 36" diam. $549. Through West Elm. 36 H&H MARCH 2020
Twelve of the best dining tables for casual weeknight suppers. Produced by KAI ETHIER | Text by HARLEEN SIDHU
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7. Bac table in Shanghai Blue Finish by Jasper Morrison. Ash. 28½" h. x 49¼" diam. $4,404. At Kiosk. 8. Cream table in Optic White and Natural by Calligaris. Wood; bleached beech. 29⅝" h. x 51¼" w. x 35½" d. From $1,090. At Paramount Home & Design. 9. Chad Round dining table in White. Steel; beech. 27⅞" h. x 31½" diam. $110. At Canadian Tire. 10. Rustic Loft table in Oak Washed. Birch. 30" h. x 42" w. x 42" d. $1,899. Through Canadel. 11. Newberry Round dining table in Rustic Gray and White Plaster Finish. Hardwood; oak veneer; cast resin. 30" h. x 56" diam. Approx. $2,653. Through Bernhardt Interiors. 12. Chanelle dining table in Walnut Finish and White Marble. Marble; plywood. 29½" h. x 35½" diam. $859. At Soho Concept. SEE SHOPPING LIST
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COLOUR SPOTLIGHT
LIGHT: Aqueduct (SW 6758), Sherwin-Williams.
AQUATIC GREEN Refresh your rooms with this restful shade of blue-green. Produced by KAI ETHIER | Text by HARLEEN SIDHU
WHY WE LOVE IT Our latest colour craving is influenced by the global concern for the environment and our well-being. Aquatic green promises balance and tranquility at home, like a restorative tonic. Use it to add personality in the kitchen, bathroom, or anywhere you want a moment of serene whimsy.
DARK: Lunar Tide (M440-5), Behr.
“AQUATIC GREEN IS PLAYFUL WITHOUT BEING TOO JUVENILE”
PAIR IT WITH: Shore Line (CC-364), Benjamin Moore.
— Kai E thier HOW TO ADD A SMALL ACCENT Blue-green cabinets give this Shaker-style prep area by deVOL Kitchens a historical look. Open shelving and gold finishes add character.
PAIR IT WITH: Roman White (0656), Cloverdale Paint.
Photography by Eric Piasecki, Otto (living room)/courtesy of deVOL Kitchens (kitchen)/ Room design by Katie Ridder (living room)/deVOL Kitchens (kitchen)
HOW TO MAKE A BIG STATEMENT In this living room by Katie Ridder, the aqua-hued walls, shelves, window frames and crown mouldings offset heavier elements such as the walnut desk and bamboo chair.
INSTANT HITS FROM LEFT: Exempel Cheetah wallpaper in Green by Eijffinger, approx. $154. Through Brewster Home Fashions. Australian bath towel in Aqua by Boutique By Distinctly Home, $27. At Hudson’s Bay. Kallna glasses in Green by Nike Karlsson, $8/set of 8. At Ikea. Wallace 20" Flange throw pillow in Teal, $63. At Crate & Barrel. Goat Milk & Almond hand soap in Waterfall by Les Bains Soap, $19. . 38 H&H MARCH 2020
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GARDEN NEWS
FOR THE Love of Plants
Get a jump on spring with these ideas. Text by WENDY JACOB
Kinder GARDEN
Bouquet Upgrade From her Brooklyn flower studio, floral “it” girl Amy Merrick has styled blooms for Kinfolk and Rifle Paper Co. shoots. In her new book, On Flowers, Amy shares tips for giving an inexpensive grocery store bouquet a fancy flower-shop spin. Artisan Books, 2019, $53. 1. Banish cellophane. Instead, choose a decorative paper to match the mood of your flowers. 2. Remove rubber bands and separate stems, recutting each stem to a slightly different height. 3. Crisply fold a rectangle of your chosen paper in half, so it’s three-quarters of the height of your bunch. 40 H&H MARCH 2020
4. Place your flowers so that they’re roughly level with the top of the paper and the stems are exposed at the bottom. 5. Grasp the paper and stems with one hand and roll the paper so it wraps the bouquet, using your other hand to stabilize it. 6. Tie the wrapped bouquet tightly with a pretty ribbon or fancy string.
No Reservations Hotels are using lush plant installations to create biophilic (meaning an “urge to affiliate with other forms of life”) rooms and communal spaces. The greenery in Vancouver’s Fairmont Pacific Rim Botanist restaurant (above) reflects the abundant plant life native to the region, while last fall, East-end London hotel Leman Locke created “jungle studios” designed to reinvigorate guests. Biophilic design helps deliver a unique and memorable experience: studies show that 36 per cent of guests linger longer in hotel public spaces with this design element. SEE SHOPPING LIST
Photography by Katagiri Atsunobu (Amy’s portrait)/Tif Hunter (book cover)/ By Nature (Fairmont restaurant)/courtesy of Alamy (Kindergarden, ginger)/Donnabalzer.com
Getting kids interested in gardening is easy, according to garden blogger Donna Balzer. Start by buying ginger rhizomes (or roots) with a developed growth bud at the grocery store. Next, let children place the root into a container, spooning in potting soil until only the green tip shows. “They take a full summer to grow, but the plant is so pretty and the leaves, when crushed, smell like ginger,” says Donna. Kids will enjoy seeing the transformation of this easy-care plant, and learn responsibility.
To help disguise grocery store flowers, recut each stem at a 45-degree angle
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INTERVIEW
This serene room in an Antwerp city palace includes a still life by Clara Peeters, a Flemish painter of the Dutch Golden Age.
Time WILL TELL
The ageless style of Belgian master designer Axel Vervoordt.
Text by WENDY JACOB | Photography by LAZIZ HAMANI ot many designers can lay claim to starting an entire movement, but designer Axel Vervoordt is credited with kick-starting the mania for the pared-back Belgian farmhouse look. There is nothing superfluous about his spaces; every item is carefully considered, and quality reigns supreme. As a consequence, it’s tricky to carbon-date a Vervoordt design — there are no “tells” to fix it firmly in a specific decade or style, a talent that’s amply illustrated by his latest book, Axel Vervoordt: Portraits of Interiors. Axel counts Kanye West and Sting among his high-profile clientele, which is ironic since, as a teenager in Belgium, he preferred classical music to the Beatles. “We live in an era of real news versus fake news,” says Axel. “The real thing is what matters and what lasts — think of the music of Bach or Mozart.” According to The Hollywood Reporter, Kanye tapped Axel to design his Hidden Hills mansion in California (Kim Kardashian West calls it a “minimal monastery”), forming an unusual high-powered pairing. We asked Axel about his life in design and what the future holds.
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Q&A HOUSE & HOME: Your mother taught you to appreciate humble things. How has that informed your work as a designer? AXEL VERVOORDT: She taught me to see the beauty in things that are natural. I think it’s important for people, especially creative people, to learn the value of humility. My father was a horse trader, and when he came home from the meadows, he often brought butterflies or wildflowers for my mother, who preferred these to bouquets from a shop. SEE SHOPPING LIST
Photography by Bertrand Limbour (Axel’s portrait)/from Axel Vervoordt: Portraits of Interiors (Flammarion, 2019) by Axel Vervoordt, text by Michael James Gardner, foreword by Boris Vervoordt (interiors)
A rustic kitchen in Surrey, England, designed by Axel Vervoordt with floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed beams and stone flooring.
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Axel and his wife, May, have lived in the moated medieval Castle of ’s-Gravenwezel near Antwerp for more than 30 years.
“Instagram is like a gift that you create and share with a group of friends who like similar things. I only post photographs that inspire me. I want to share images that I feel are useful and inspirational. I only want to look for serenity, silence and strength — never glamour. Well, now that I say that, I realize that it could be glamorous! I’m against nothing.”
THAT’S ITALIAN The Venetian dining room of the Palazzo Alverà is dominated by a dramatic chandelier.
NORTHERN EXPOSURE Comfortable furnishings, personal artifacts and golden light come together in this salon in Axel’s home.
FIT FOR A QUEEN Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, in Kent, England.
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ABOVE RIGHT: In a riverside home in Kerala, India, that belongs to a young family of avid cooks, Axel chose solid granite posts and reclaimed teak for the kitchen. RIGHT: Axel Vervoordt: Portraits of Interiors shows the designer’s latest projects from around the world.
H&H: What’s your starting point when designing for clients? AV: I start with the architecture. If it’s interesting, I may want to restore it, bring it back to its old glory and find a way to appreciate and feel the proportions. I try to get to know my clients and find solutions that will help them live better. I feel useful if I can help people discover things. Often art plays a crucial role as a way for us to feel things and discover something profound about ourselves. H&H: You never see a TV screen in an Axel Vervoordt interior. How do you deal with tech in the home? AV: I prefer that televisions are placed in a separate room that is used only for that purpose. I always think of the books I need to read or the music I’d rather be listening to. Or even not doing anything at all; it’s important not to forget the beauty of silence. H&H: What do you see on the horizon for design in 2020? AV: One of the trends I think about is consciousness. People are very aware of the sense of now-ness. To live today, to live now. I think the trend is
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to make things that last. Think of Cycladic art, or early Greek and Egyptian art. Egyptians always wanted to make art that could last for an eternity. That’s one reason why their work continues to be an inspiration. Isn’t that what we’re also looking for today? H&H: How have your mentors influenced you over the years? AV: I’ve had many mentors, and the important lessons they taught me are: be real, be honest. Never do superficial things. Accept things as they are. Be knowledgeable, but don’t show it too much. Continue studying until the end of your life. Never stop learning. For me, the most important thing is being useful. I’m 72 years old now, and I want to be useful to others every day. My happiness is tied to this idea of usefulness.
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Photography from Axel Vervoordt: Portraits of Interiors (Flammarion, 2019) by Axel Vervoordt, text by Michael James Gardner, foreword by Boris Vervoordt (interiors)/courtesy of Axel Vervoordt (Instagram photos)
PURPLE HAZE Masses of dripping purple wisteria form a lush canopy outside Axel’s Belgian castle.
COLLECTING
WHAT LIES
BENEATH Diana Hamm on why Dil Hildebrand is a Montreal painter to watch.
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THE ARTIST: Dil Hildebrand creates bold mixed-media works that are bright and full of energy. Winnipegborn, Montreal-based Dil holds an MFA from Concordia University. Inspired in equal parts by Henri Matisse and architecture, his pieces have a three-dimensional presence, inviting the viewer to share the space. THE WORKS: In 2006, Dil won the RBC Canadian Painting Competition. For many artists, this is the career highlight that puts them on the Canadian art map in a big way. While Dil was thrilled with the accolade, it was at this point that he chose to take his painting in a completely different direction. Moving away from more traditional landscape-based oil painting, Dil was ready to start something new. His practice now is characterized by space and colour, something he didn’t feel he could achieve with oil alone. What draws me into his work are his constructions of layers. In The Wolf howleth (2017), for example, he starts with an acrylic panel (which looks like a large sheet of glass), and first paints it with large, sweeping, bright blue SEE SHOPPING LIST
Photography by Dil Hildebrand (Dil’s portrait)/Adam Moco (Diana’s portrait)/ courtesy of Dil Hildebrand and Pierre-François Ouellette art contemporain (art)
ABOVE: Modus (2019). FAR LEFT: The Wolf howleth (2017). LEFT: Dil Hildebrand takes inspiration from the paintings of Henri Matisse and architecture.
FROM TOP: The Bear grumbleth (2017); The Frog croaketh (2017).
acrylic paint. His use of a water-based paint allows for the strokes to have different consistencies that, in turn, change the saturation of blue through each stroke. After this, he layers another acrylic panel on top. This top layer is where he paints the white border, and then uses the surface to collage nylon fibre (a material often used in wallpaper), sand and more paint. This layering of the panels is crucial because it creates depth when looking at the work. There’s a tangible three-dimensionality to it, which plays with the nature of art being both an image and an object. Dil’s interest in architecture is paramount to his work, given the way he treats space and depth, and how this relates to someone physically interacting with a painting. “For me, a painting hanging on the wall is itself an element of architecture,” he says. “I always incorporate visual depth into my work, which I think of as an invitation for viewers to imagine themselves entering it somehow.” By treating works like a window or a door, the viewer is physically interacting with a picture rather than passively looking at it. In Modus (2019), one of his latest paintings, Dil has started to work with figuration again. He uses photography as the bottom layer, and the painted green layer on top acts as a barrier to cross. We are invited into the underlayers and want to reach the trees that are hidden beneath. Dil’s process is very performative. “Painting is a type of theatre; the frame is the stage, and what you put in it is the show.” I love this idea, particularly as he spent some time doing set and theatre design between his degrees. This time was formative in his work as, when you think of the painted backdrops on a set, they perform the same role as the underlayers of his paintings. The difference between background and foreground pushes this idea of his work as architecture and a space to occupy. What makes these works so appealing are the forms and colours that he uses. The shapes really show the influence that artists such as Matisse, Sigmar Polke and Richard Diebenkorn have on his work. In the piece The Frog croaketh (2017), all the elements added to the top panel have been cut out and painted by hand. The imperfections of straight lines and the pencil markings add a personality to the shapes while the bright orange, yellow and green make a bold impression. His work is cheery yet thoughtfully complicated, which is a tough balance to achieve. COLLECTING: Dil has shown internationally, including in Beijing, Cologne, London, New York and Auckland, and, of course, throughout Canada. He’s been the recipient of distinguished awards and residencies, and his work is in major public institutions such as the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal, the National Gallery of Canada and the Canada Council Art Bank. His work is also in corporate collections including RBC, TD, BMO and Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt. His work starts at $3,000 for small pieces.
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SEE IT Dil is represented by Pierre-François Ouellette art contemporain in Montreal (pfoac.com). This fall, he will have his first exhibition opening in Western Canada at VivianeArt gallery in Calgary. His latest exhibitions include sculpture, which is a natural yet exciting progression from the wall-based works he’s been doing.
Diana Hamm of WK ART is a Toronto art advisor. A graduate of Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London, U.K., Diana’s focus is on contemporary art and discovering emerging artists. She also advises private clients on acquisitions and collectionbuilding. Find out more at wkart.ca. H&H MARCH 2020 47
CONDO STYLE
Designer Luke Havekes gives his 1980s condo a luxe update with authentic materials, art and custom furniture.
HEN LUKE HAVEKES went shopping for a house in Montreal, he wasn’t expecting to end up with a 1980s condo. But when he was shown a 1,500-square-foot space with great bones and a killer layout, he just couldn’t say no. “It has a big, proper vestibule and a huge centre hallway,” says Luke of the fourth-floor flat that gets a nice dose of afternoon sun. “I hate when you enter a condo and see the kitchen — this layout gives the feeling that you’re in a small house.” He also liked the postmodern building and upscale Outremont neighbourhood. But still, the decorating was stuck in the ’80s. After liberating one bathroom of its almond-coloured bidet and party-sized Jacuzzi, and stripping out the wallpaper
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and wall-to-wall carpeting, Luke began the process of reimagining the condo he had gutted to the concrete. The right materials were a key part of the master plan. “I didn’t want anything synthetic, like plastic or faux wood,” he says. Instead, the condo is filled with authentic materials. A richly veined marble backsplash has transformed the kitchen. Elsewhere, Luke added oak, walnut, silk and wool for a layered effect. “Real things are beautiful and elegant — that is luxury,” he says. Quality custom furniture adds to the opulence. In a corner of the living room, a curved bench upholstered in pale mustard fabric by Loro Piana adds a fun, sculptural flourish. The same goes for the coffee table, with its squat base made out of balls and squares in Carrara marble. SEE SOURCE GUIDE
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Designer Luke Havekes.
TOP RIGHT: “Because it’s open concept, I wanted the kitchen to have a distinct furniture feeling,” says Luke. “I didn’t want glass doors or dishes on display. I wanted an assemblage of unconventional items that you might not find in a kitchen, like leaning art and clocks.” His collection includes two vintage Ettore Sottsass table lamps. Faucet, sink, Ciot; framed art (on counter) by Bruno Zhu, Jeanine Hofland; plate (on shelf), Fornasetti; brass collection (on top shelf) by Tom Dixon, Celadon Collection; marble clock, Obiekt. LEFT: Designed by Luke, the curved banquette gracefully follows the lines of the bay window and offers extra seating. Accent table by Bolier & Company, Celadon Collection; floor lamp, LHDetc; hardwood flooring, Tapis Lipman; banquette upholstery fabric by Loro Piana, throw pillow and drapery fabric, Crescendo. OPPOSITE: A dramatic oil painting series by Montreal artist Renée Duval hangs above a deep sectional that Luke had custom made for the space. Sconces (over art), Atelier Anaka; throw pillow fabric, Crescendo; throw, Libeco Home; rug, Y&Co.; wall colour, Wimborne White (239), Farrow & Ball.
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CONDO STYLE LEFT: A range of shapes — from the angular armchairs to the round ottomans — adds interest in Luke’s home office. The sofa converts to a bed for guests. Custom sofa and ottomans, Luke Havekes Design; ottoman upholstery fabric, Crescendo; armchairs, Milord Antiques; art (over sofa) by Manon Pelletier; red art by Lauren Bibeau; glasses (on tray), Maison Lipari; bowl (on tray) by Christofle. BOTTOM RIGHT: “I wanted the principal bedroom to be serene and cosy like a luxury hotel suite,” says Luke, who achieved the look through a mix of plush textiles. The bench is covered in a vintage mango-coloured mohair, the rug is wool and the drapery is a cashmere-wool blend. Bed, bench, Luke Havekes Design; table lamp, LHDetc; armchair, Celadon Collection; rug, Y&Co.; bed linens, Toile Showroom; drapery and accent pillow fabric, Crescendo; travel bag, Longchamp.
These unique creations play perfectly with Luke’s iconic, vintage pieces. But the beautiful assembly would be a bust if the lighting was an afterthought. Luke is allergic to recessed lighting in main living areas (he describes it as “acne on the ceiling; it’s never flattering”), so the condo is lit with either sconces or cove lighting for a warm, ambient glow. All the better not only to see the best side of his friends but also his treasured belongings. “I collect art when I travel,” says Luke of the pieces from Spain, Mexico City and Berlin. He keeps the more rustic art in his country home (featured in H&H, September 2019), where they feel more appropriate. He’s glad to finally be able to showcase the city pieces in one space. “Now my collection has room to breathe.” And what better place than in a condo that’s as carefully considered as the art, where no element is random and only the best will do.
Travertine is timeless in the guest bathroom. Vanity, faucet, Ciot; mirror, LHDetc; hand towels, Libeco Home.
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Eating In
Photography by Maxime Desbiens
Create a space that makes you want to cook, feed your crew and linger long after dessert. In celebration of kitchens with heart and soul.
MARCH 2020
KITCHENS Text by WENDY JACOB
SECRET INGREDIENT
“We matched the metal banding to the range and then clad the vent hood in Calacatta Arabescato marble,” says designer Jack Creasy. “I love the dramatic presence of the Lacanche range in that off-black colour; it’s also soothing against the green.” Contracting, Whitehall Homes; cabinets, Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry; Antolini marble countertop, vent hood cladding and backsplash, Select Surfaces Corp.; range, The French Barn; vent insert, Tasco Next Door; brass hardware, Water Street, Classic Brass and Armac Martin.
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Designers dish on three gorgeous kitchens, each with a dash of the unexpected.
A fabulous collection of Hermès and Fornasetti china forms the feature display wall. Stools by Fredericia for Drechsel Studio, vase, Fleur Incorporated.
STANDOUT FEATURE The great wall of china (marble-framed shelving)
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NO.1 | Bold Traditional DESIGNER: Jack Creasy of Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry DETAILS: 354 square feet for a couple with children in Toronto’s Forest Hill
HOUSE & HOME: Let’s start with that colour: hello green! JACK CREASY: The colour’s like an emerald that just draws you in. The first thing our client said was, “I’m thinking of a green kitchen!” She’s averse to anything that’s white or grey: every room in her house has colour. A white kitchen just wouldn’t work. I focused on her style and felt I could be bold and a little daring.
An awkward side entrance was reconfigured to accommodate this new china pantry. For the upper cabinets, Jack selected rippled glass for a vintage feel.
Cabinet colour, Minster Green (224), Farrow & Ball.
H&H: What was on your clients’ wish list? JC: They’d renovated their home several years earlier. It freshened things up but didn’t resolve any of the underlying problems in the kitchen: SEE SOURCE GUIDE
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functionality, layout and storage. The kitchen was also open to the family room and had a mudroom, and that didn’t work with their lifestyle. They often host large dinners and cocktail parties for 50-plus, and she wanted to use her 12-foot-wide hallways as she had done when living in New York. Now, guests can mingle in her wide hallways, and she can close the butler’s double-swing doors to the kitchen during parties so guests won’t hear the caterers. H&H: How did you customize the space for them? JC: This kitchen is truly a bespoke experience and uniquely tailored. Formal without being uninviting, the space has elements of brass, and the heavily veined marble was sourced from an Italian stone retailer, Antolini. My client loves fine china, and her husband collects vintage Tiffany and Christofle flatware, so I designed a marble-framed china storage wall that lets them display and rotate her collection. The grand scale gives it a luxurious feel, and it also provides a place for serving trays.
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ABOVE: In the island, custom drawer insert covers are engraved with labels and sealed with rubber gaskets to keep the contents fresh. LEFT: A special spot (not shown) was allotted at the end of the wall so the rolling ladder can be tucked away yet still be easily accessible. Brass shelf rails, The Door Store; refrigerator by SubZero (behind ladder), Tasco Next Door.
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H&H: What’s special about the range? JC: The Lacanche range is in Anthracite enamel; we felt the jet-black colour would offer too much contrast. But if my clients want to switch it up down the road, they can change the covers and order new enamel fronts in a bold orange, powder blue or stainless steel.
BOTTOM RIGHT: The island was designed to resemble an updated apothecary counter, with nine drawers on each side and dedicated storage for staples such as bread, flour, onions and potatoes. The top drawers hold baking utensils, kitchen gadgets, knife blocks and flatware. Pendants, Thomas O’Brien; bowl, tea towel (under bread), Hopson Grace; sink (background) by Julien Home Refinements, Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry. BELOW: In the bar area, an icemaker is concealed behind false drawer fronts beside the sink. Above the wine fridge, spirits and bitters are behind bifold doors, inspired by old apothecary cabinets. Faucet by Waterstone, Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry; brass mesh, Armac Martin; wine fridge by Sub-Zero, icemaker by Sub-Zero, Tasco Next Door.
Designer Jack Creasy of Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry.
“I FOCUSED ON MY CLIENT’S STYLE AND FELT I COULD BE BOLD AND A LITTLE DARING” — Jack Creasy
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KITCHEN
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NO.2 | Natural Beauty
DESIGNER: Tanya Krpan of Tanya Krpan Design Co. DETAILS: 342 square feet split between a main kitchen and second hidden prep area for a family who loves to entertain in Vancouver’s Douglas Park HOUSE & HOME: What was the starting point for this kitchen? TANYA KRPAN: We wanted it to be fresh and light. In Vancouver, it gets grey and dark in the winter, so we wanted lots of windows and a really bright look all year round. We didn’t want to do an all-white kitchen, though; the custom-stained white oak cabinets add warmth. 58 H&H MARCH 2020
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TOP RIGHT: The bridge faucet is a modern take on a traditional element. Faucet, Brizo; sink, Franke; floral arrangement, Blossom & Vine Floral Co. BOTTOM RIGHT: Engineered hardwood flooring and bleached white oak cabinets look crisp. A nook by the fridge acts as the bar. “It has a counter for serving drinks and open shelves for display,” says Tanya. Wine fridge by Marvel, Midland Appliance; art, Block Shop Textiles; Montblanc marble slabs, Margranite.
ABOVE: This new house’s open-concept main kitchen is a mix of bleached white oak and white-painted MDF cabinets to balance warmth and brightness. A large full-height built-in (double doors left of range) is actually a coat and broom closet. A trio of lights anchors the island, and cupboards in the front provide plenty of storage. Builder, Etro Construction; cabinets, Kitchen Art Design; refrigerator by Sub-Zero, Midland Appliance; Opal White marble island countertop, Margranite; back countertop, backsplash, LG Hausys; countertop and backsplash fabrication, Pacific Granite Manufacturing; stools, Anthropologie; custom leather seat pads, Stylus Sofas; upper cabinet and island colour, Simply White (OC-117), Benjamin Moore.
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H&H: Why did you add a second kitchen? TK: A second kitchen is popular here in Vancouver; I’ve done many houses with that plan and have one myself. It’s awesome for entertaining. If you’re prepping or cooking pungent foods, all that messy stuff happens in the second kitchen. The prep kitchen keeps the main area looking its best all the time — it’s open for socializing and laying out pretty food, which a lot of people like. It's perfect if you have a caterer because you can close it off. H&H: What’s in the prep kitchen? TK: A second full-size range, and a sink and filtered boiling water dispenser for tea. On top of adding the prep kitchen, I kept the look clean in the main kitchen by integrating a large basin sink, dishwasher and pullout recycling and garbage drawers in the island. H&H: What materials make this kitchen unique? TK: We wanted the island to be a real feature, so we selected a white stone that’s not a typical veiny marble; it’s more crystallized. When you see it up close, it has a lot of depth. The back countertops are the workhorses, so they’re engineered quartz. I really like how the pendants — with the hits of black on the cord, the clear glass above, frosted ribbed glass below and the brass accent — connect all the pieces: the finishes tie back to the hardware and plumbing, linking everything together.
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ABOVE: To save money in the prep kitchen, 16" x 3" textured tiles were subbed in for quartz composite slabs. Daily cooking tends to happen in this kitchen so everyday dishware is stored here, with bigger platters and glassware in the main kitchen. Faucet, Brizo; sink, Franke. LEFT: A reeded glass door lets light filter in to the prep kitchen, which is equipped with a full-size Wolf range, pot filler, bar sink and pantry. OPPOSITE, TOP: The backsplash and back counter are a composite quartz that complements the island’s authentic marble. Brass bar pulls (throughout), Lew’s Hardware; narrower brass pulls (on drawers flanking range), Rejuvenation; rug by Claire Zinnecker, Lulu and Georgia. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM: A custom vent hood blends into the matte white cabinets. Range by Wolf, vent hood, dishwasher by Asko, Midland Appliance; pendants, Rejuvenation; leather-wrapped vase (background, far right), Shoppe Amber Interiors.
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STANDOUT FEATURE Wood panelling
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The cabinets and countertops are made of the same solid surface for a seamless look, and chamfered doors pull open, so there’s no hardware to break up the sight lines. Kitchen millwork, countertop fabrication, Kastella; Fenix countertops, Scodesign; faucets, Hansgrohe; floor tile, Ramacieri Soligo; refrigerator, Fisher & Paykel; table, Du Design, du Retro et du Kitsch; pendant, Luminaire Authentik.
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NO.3 | Warm Modern
DESIGNER: Architect Andrew Curtis of RobitailleCurtis DETAILS: 437 square feet for an artist’s family of three in Westmount, Que.
HOUSE & HOME: How did you keep the home’s traditional elements when designing this modern kitchen? ANDREW CURTIS: This house had a lot of personal history. Our clients’ family had lived in it for the past 60 years. The beautiful old stairway was always here, but all the panelling, stair treads and handrails came from a Golden Square Mile mansion that was being demolished. Our client’s mother rescued it from a dumpster and reinstalled it herself in this house — and she did a great job! Our goal was to update the old parts of the house while respecting the existing character and integrity. The traditional wood panelling played off the modern design nicely, so we were certain to keep it. H&H: What did your client want to change? AC: The house was cold and drafty and, like most families now, they live in their kitchen and wanted it warm and cosy. When our client first 62 H&H MARCH 2020
Montreal architect Andrew Curtis of RobitailleCurtis.
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“OUR CLIENT REQUESTED A STREAMLINED, EFFICIENT WHITE KITCHEN, WHICH CAN SOMETIMES FEEL TOO SLEEK AND COLD, BUT, HERE, IT’S BALANCED BY THE WARMTH THAT THE NATURAL The existing blackboard paint wall creates WOOD BRINGS”— Andrew Curtis a dramatic backdrop to highlight a new approached us, she requested a streamlined, efficient white kitchen, which can sometimes feel too sleek and cold but, here, it’s balanced by the warmth that the natural wood brings. She also wanted to address the kitchen’s limited counter space while retaining the smaller eat-in area near the panelled staircase. H&H: How did you achieve those goals? AC: We were able to gain square footage in the kitchen by shrinking the too-large formal dining room by almost 50 square feet. That space was then dedicated to the kitchen, making the room more appropriately scaled. We moved the cooktop to a new island and created more work space. All the new cabinets and countertops are custom made from an Italian laminate-like material called Fenix, which has a beautiful matte quality and the contemporary look our client wanted. We also moved the pantry from underneath the wood staircase to underneath the main stairway, where a powder room was also added.
light fixture. A red credenza was a lucky Kijiji find. Chairs, Ikea; art (left) by Naomi London; art (right) by George Di Carlo; candlesticks, bowl, Coeur d’Artichaut; chandelier, Townsend Design; vases, HomeSense; white wall colour, Snow White (2122-70), Benjamin Moore.
A floating vent hood over the island and plenty of cabinets and appliances deliver a modern eat-in kitchen with lots of work surfaces. Range, vent hood, Bosch; platter (foreground), HomeSense.
H&H: How did you integrate the new kitchen with the dining area? AC: A double-sided peninsula serves as a transition piece, creating a spatial separation even though there is visual continuity. On the kitchen side, it’s more utilitarian; on the dining room side, it’s used as a sideboard or buffet for entertaining. They wanted the dining area to be open and connected to the kitchen but still feel separate. H&H MARCH 2020 63
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CURVED EVERYTHING Softening angular cabinets, appliances and even countertops, as illustrated by this shapely island.
CONTRASTING KICKS Elevate a white kitchen with dark or metallic kickplates. Cabinets, Scavolini.
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LIGHT MATTE FINISHES Space-age matte finishes on faucets and appliances in white and cream help ghost fingerprints. Posh Kitchen faucet in Matte White. Solid brass. 11⅛" h. $465. Through Blanco; 36" Smart Commercial-style range in Matte Milkshake. Approx. $8,199. Through KitchenAid.
DARK-HUED COUNTERS Just a touch of colour gives a subtle lift, lending depth and interest to composite surfaces. LEFT: Counter in Feroe colourway by Dekton, from approx. $22/sq.ft. Through Cosentino. RIGHT: Counter in Oxidian 4735 finish, approx. $80/sq.ft. Through Caesarstone. SEE SHOPPING LIST
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PUTTY-COLOURED CABINETS This soft neutral hue is an ideal middle ground for those who are reluctant to ditch their all-white kitchens.
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PENCIL MOULDING Finely detailed edge moulding is usually applied to walls but adds a subtle flourish to flat-front cabinets.
WOOD HARDWARE Warm up painted cabinets with wood grain, shown off in this simple half-moon knob. Timber Niki pull handle in American Black Walnut. 2¾" h. Approx. $46 each. Through Designer Doorware.
LUXE KETTLES When an appliance lives on your counter it needs to be pretty, like this pleatedprofile kettle. Plissé Electric kettle by Michele De Lucchi. $129. Through Alessi.
FARM STYLE A return to old-school freestanding tables, where seating isn’t relegated to a cramped nook or stools at an island, and the table surface doubles as a work area. Allendale Dove Grey kitchen with Narrowframed Shaker Cabinets, Howdens.
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GLASS-FRONTED FRIDGES These handsome glass-door units show exactly what you’re having for dinner. LEFT: 36" Glass Door refrigerator Panel Ready, $16,179. Through Sub-Zero. RIGHT: 30" Integrated Glass Door refrigerator, $14,599. Through Monogram. H&H MARCH 2020 65
HOUSE & HOME OF THE MONTH
What ’s n e e w t e B o n e aR Friends? DESIGNER ARREN WILLIAMS OPENS UP ABOUT NAVIGATING A FULL-SCALE MAKEOVER WITH TWO OF HIS CLOSE FRIENDS.
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A wall was removed to open up the living room to the dining area, which also brought in more natural light. A new chimney breast and fireplace give the room a sense of place. Design, Arren Williams; architecture, Bldg Workshop; contracting, Moosehead Home Improvement; sofa, marble and brass cocktail table, Hudson’s Bay; rug, Renwil; lounge chairs, coffee table, HomeSense; throw, Saudade. OPPOSITE: A Victrola cabinet original to the home is used for extra storage at the front door. Above it is a framed photo of the house from 1892. Trim colour (throughout), Super White (OC-152), Benjamin Moore.
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ABOVE: Adam and Sarah Cooper with their four boys, Josh, 14, Ben, 11, Noah, 9, Sam, 6, and the family’s goldendoodle, Yossi. LEFT: A vintage credenza in the dining room holds dishes, flatware and table linens, and is a handy spot to display favourite art pieces and finds from the family’s travels. A black ceramic push plate was sourced in London to match the ceramic door handle. Artworks by Alanna Cavanagh; basket (on stand), Snob; footed bowl, Elte Mkt.
“Oh, you know, it needs a little bit of help,” joked Sarah and Adam Cooper of the property they had just purchased — a gorgeous but dated 135-yearold clapboard house in Toronto that still had its original horse barn in the garden. The Coopers are good friends; my husband, David, had taught their eldest, and they’d vacationed with us in Portugal, so the idea of helping them turn the house into a home was both exciting and slightly nerve-racking. After all, renovations test even the strongest bonds, and this project would be particularly tricky because the house had a historical designation. Plus, the ask was ambitious: double the square footage, and replace an ’80s kitchen extension with a new twostorey addition to create more room for Sarah, Adam and their four boisterous, hockey-loving boys, Josh, 14, Ben, 11, Noah, 9, and Sam, 6. But I knew 68 H&H MARCH 2020
that keeping my six clients happy would be a fun part of the job. Challenge well and truly accepted. Architecture firm Bldg Workshop was called in to navigate the ins and outs of that historical designation and design the addition. Together, we worked on removing interior walls, like the one dividing the living and dining rooms, to help the space feel fresher, brighter and less formal. Opening up the layout was important, but so was letting the space keep as much of its original quirky charm as possible. The key became balancing old and new. We replaced the original windows with custom sash windows, and brought in modern floor-to-ceiling windows for the new addition. We switched fussy embossed wallpaper for bright white paint, replaced the old baseboards with deeper versions to ground SEE SOURCE GUIDE
The oak dining room table has a modern, utilitarian feel and expands for large family gatherings. A minimal Swedish chandelier is a more dramatic version of the fixture in the adjoining living room. Dining table, Article; dining chairs, Home SociĂŠtĂŠ; chandelier, Finnish Design Shop; oak flooring, Satin Flooring.
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ULTIMATE FAMILY KITCHEN: 3 IDEAS TO STEAL
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BIG FARMHOUSE SINK This pebble-finished, enamelled steel sink makes a statement that stands up to the scale of the kitchen, and adds it-was-hereall-along charm to the space.
LEFT: The family room has a playful, laid-back vibe with a mix of prints, patterns and textures that feels crafted and collected but is designed to survive daily life. The space is anchored by a sculptural concrete drum table. Sectional, blue ottomans, Statum Designs; drum table, Crate & Barrel; vintage armchair, Bettencourt Manor; white side table, Amazon; throw, Saudade; small woven baskets (on coffee table), grey and white bowl (on coffee table), Snob. BELOW: A vintage burled-maple credenza mirrors the warm tone of the leather sectional. Ottomans add extra seating while potted tropical plants thrive next to floor-to-ceiling windows. Vintage credenza, Bettencourt Manor; vases, Saudade.
FAR RIGHT: The kids’ homework area features a vintage chair from Sarah’s father’s onetime furniture business. A chalkboard helps track the family’s daily schedule. Blue chairs, Amazon; quartz countertop, HanStone Canada. OPPOSITE: In the kitchen, custompainted maple cabinets are punctuated by black hardware, and a vintage runner adds colour. Mod sconces mimic the pendants over the island. Sconces, Dutton Brown; quartz countertops, HanStone Canada; range, Thermador; faucet, sink, Kohler; pendants (over island), bowl (with fruit), The Door Store; vase, Snob; bowl (with lemons), Saudade; wall and upper cabinet colour, Decorator’s White (CC-20), island colour, Hale Navy (HC-154), Benjamin Moore. SEE SOURCE GUIDE
Pieces picked up on the Coopers’ travels mix with local finds, and always a few toys.
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The custom upholstered bed sits underneath the pitch of the principal bedroom’s vaulted ceiling. A patterned rug is a playful touch paired with the dressers. Headboard, bed frame, Statum Designs; dressers, CDI Furniture; vintage table lamps, Bettencourt Manor; stools, Snob; lumbar pillows, striped boxes (right, on dresser), Elte.
TOP LEFT: Noah and Sam made the final hilarious choice on the pop art–influenced shower curtain in their bathroom. Along with a hex tile floor and bright Eames Hang-It-All rack (reflected in mirror), it all adds up to fun. Shower curtain, Society6; toilet, vanity, faucet, Kohler. BOTTOM LEFT: Blue was an easy pick for Noah and Sam’s bedroom because both adore hockey and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Adjustable lamps are perfect for nighttime reading. Table lamps, Ikea.
each room, ran a handsome wire-brushed oak floor throughout and replaced any curlicued plaster medallions that were lost in the demolition with equally decorative new ones. By selectively stripping back and simplifying rather than totally gutting the place, we created a livable home that would survive kids, a dog, hockey equipment and everyday life, while still feeling true to the history of the house. I love how unexpected colour can add weight and drama to a room — I wanted to bring that feel to the kitchen. Blue, the family’s favourite colour (Go, Leafs!), was just the ticket for the island cabinetry, which, through careful space planning, we managed to size at a spacious 17 and a half feet long. A trip to The Door Store, Toronto’s storied architectural salvage emporium, led us to our first fab find: a trio of vintage milk glass pendants to hang above the island’s seating area. The family room is anchored by a custom leather sectional that will just look better with age, no matter how battered it gets, while a smashing vintage cane chair we scored at Bettencourt Manor and had upholstered in CONTINUED ON PAGE 108 72 H&H MARCH 2020
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A mid-century modern credenza turned vanity takes the spa-like feeling of the principal bathroom in an eclectic direction. Black fixtures against the marbled ceramic wall tile look handsome and pair perfectly with the black-rimmed glass shower surround. Fixtures, Kohler; quartz countertop, HanStone Canada; wall tile, Stone Tile; stool, Structube; vase (with flowers), Elte.
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A photograph of Point Reyes, Calif., mirrors the palette of the dining room. The mid-century modern vibe reflects the house’s age. Dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Design Within Reach; ceiling fixture, Apparatus Studio; art by Paul Edmondson. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: To create a sense of calm and continuity, the cabinets and wall panelling are painted in the same soft grey. Ceiling fixture, Allied Maker; faucet, Rohl; wall panelling and cabinet colour, Dove Tale (267), Farrow & Ball.
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DESIGNER HEIDI CAILLIER’S MODERN TAKE ON A COSY CABIN CELEBRATES A SEATTLE FAMILY’S SCANDINAVIAN ROOTS.
Designer Heidi Caillier.
Photography by Dorothée Brand (Heidi’s portrait)
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FOR ONE SEATTLE DAD, there had always been something magical about childhood weekends spent at his Scandinavian grandparents’ cabin. It was warm, welcoming, cosy: a big hug of a place. But it was oh-so stylish, too, with its simplicity, spare hand and abundance of light. So, when it came to overhauling his midcentury modern bungalow into a new home for himself and his two young children, it made sense to take his design cues from there. He shared his vision with local designer Heidi Caillier, who is known for her love of vintage and expertise in mixing styles.
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The masculine vibe of the home resonates in the living room, where textural earth tones on boxy custom sofas ground the space. A cosy vintage Moroccan rug is the height of hygge. Design, sofas, Heidi Caillier Design; sofa upholstery fabric, Casamance; black end table, RH; table lamp, Victoria Morris Pottery.
For Heidi, the Scandinavian aesthetic represents a unique take on modern style. “There’s something about it that feels a bit masculine, which was nice for this project,” she says. “We just went with it; it’s simple but thoughtful.” In this 1,300-square-foot house, the Scandi-chic appeal is referenced in light tones, minimal or no window coverings and a mix of warm, natural hues and materials. It had to feel right for the house’s age and not overly cottagey; a nod here and there was perfect. Painted board-and-batten on the kitchen and powder room walls captures the casual feel they were after, but it’s offset by luxe finishes, refined art and menswear-inspired textiles throughout. “We wanted to keep the palette soft and neutral — nothing that pops too much,” says Heidi. The only touch of drama comes from the bold black light fixtures and accents. “The Scandinavian palette drove the whole plan.” After poring over inspiration photos with the owner and sharing Pinterest boards, Heidi swung into action. Only one wall came down during the sixmonth renovation, which created a larger opening between the kitchen and dining room. A window was swapped out for French doors to flood the small space with natural light — another tenet of this design style. And if something is on the walls, it’s been thoughtfully chosen. “We went with a mix of pieces that felt collected combined with a large photograph by local artist Paul Edmondson in the dining room,” says Heidi. Natural materials were high on the wish list. Soapstone counters in the kitchen and two types of marble in the SEE SOURCE GUIDE
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SMART SMALL KITCHEN: 3 IDEAS TO STEAL
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BANQUETTE CORNER A bench offers maximum seating in a small area and anchors the space. The design is a hardworking one — storage has been created in the drawers below.
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CLEVER LAYOUT To make the kitchen feel more contained, Heidi designed an L-shaped bump-out that adds definition and storage but doesn’t impede flow.
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LUXE DETAILS Soapstone counters, custom millwork and brass hardware combine for a refined look. Details are magnified in a smaller kitchen, so they’re worth the splurge.
Natural materials and vintage-look art give the eat-in area the feeling of being collected over time. Hardwood flooring, Cronin Hardwood Flooring; hardware, Rejuvenation.
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main bathroom have a luxurious look and feel. Naked wood accents and furniture warm up the space, along with textural linen upholstery and soft rugs. One of the biggest challenges was the furniture arrangement. “In this house, you walk straight into the living room, which is tricky because it’s small and narrow,” says Heidi. To remedy this, she played with various layouts to find the most natural one. “I wanted to create a conversation area that also felt loungey.” Her client was over the moon with the end result. Heidi’s mod take on his grandparents’ cabin style mixes warm and fuzzy nostalgia with a cool, contemporary design, giving the family a place that’s rooted in history but looks squarely to the future.
BELOW: The vintage clawfoot tub in the principal bathroom was painted a custom Farrow & Ball bluegreen hue. Raw linen drapes and a simple wood stool warm up the marble tile. Nero Marquina floor tile, Ann Sacks; hardware, Waterworks.
ABOVE: With Carrara marble on all four walls and a double vanity, the principal bathroom is an homage to polished simplicity and natural texture. Heidi stole space from an adjacent closet to enlarge this main-floor bath. Carrara wall tile, Ann Sacks; hardware, Waterworks; sconces, Allied Maker. TOP LEFT: Grass-green walls energize the powder room. A brass mirror hung gallery-style and a vintage sink and faucet are bold but simple choices that create a cottage look. Sconce, Horne; mirror, Michele Varian; wall colour, Breakfast Room Green (81), Farrow & Ball.
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“We light a fire every week during the colder months,” says homeowner Niamh Tallon. “We’ll often sit on the hearth with people gathered round and have a cocktail by the fire.” Design, contracting by Don Thomas, art (on mantel) by Rubeena Ratcliffe, Pure Design Inc.; wooden chairs, The Latest Scoop; throw pillows (on wooden chairs), Ikhaya; rug, Salari Fine Carpet Collections.
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Design by AMI McKAY | Text by AMANDA ROSS Photography by JANIS NICOLAY
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Designer Ami McKay breathes new life into a 1940s ranch-style home in West Vancouver with a light palette and natural textures.
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IN 2014, WHEN NIAMH TALLON AND CIARAN GOOJHA FIRST bought their 1940s-era ranch-style home in Eagle Harbour, a seaside community nestled in West Vancouver, B.C., they were drawn to its original details, charm and history, and its proximity to the ocean. But the home’s mishmash of additions over the years meant disjointed spaces and a pastiche of previous owners’ visions. The family moved in anyway and lived there for four years. “It was only when we lived in the house for a time that we began to find it dysfunctional,” says Niamh. “We both work so hard, and I really wanted to come home and find joy in my space.” Niamh and Ciaran researched online to look for a designer, and Pure Design Inc.’s Ami McKay made their short list. “At our initial meeting, Ami was warm, fun, personable and really engaged with our vision,” says Niamh. “She understood that we wanted to mould our home into a more livable space while maintaining its natural elegance.” As it turns out, Ami also happened to live nearby. “We kept crossing paths,” adds Niamh. “We’d bump into each other at the grocery store or
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the liquor store and she would always say ‘Hi!’ so warmly — we just clicked.” Once on board, Ami learned that Niamh wanted respite and calm from the demands of work, while Ciaran, the main chef in the family, wanted to entertain at home. They also adored the ocean and the outdoors; they owned a boat and often spent time on the water with their children, Amelia, 10, and Zachary, 5. With the owners’ style — warm and modern with subtle beach motifs — in mind, Ami first addressed the home’s challenges. There were unsightly floor-to-ceiling wooden posts dividing the kitchen from the living room. An engineer confirmed that the posts were only decorative, so they were removed to create an airy great room. The next step was to lighten the dark palette with all-over white and replace the almost-black-stained wood floors with white oak planks. The now bright envelope was ready for Ami’s fresh coastal vibe and a modern layering of furniture and art. “These homeowners lead highly stressful lives, so we created an environment that’s elegant, unfussy and cosy — SEE SOURCE GUIDE
In the kitchen, new shiplap clads the wall and vent hood for a contemporary cottage effect. “The thing about all-white interiors is that if you don’t add natural elements, it gets very flat,” says designer Ami Mckay. “We wanted the house to have depth and contrast.” Above a bank of windows, Ami added a series of white sconces. “We could have chosen brass, but we were underplaying it because this house is designed to be subtle.” Quartz countertops, Canadian Countertops; grey chairs, Vancouver Special; sconces, Onefortythree; round cutting board by Tom Dixon, Inform Interiors; vase, (right, on shelf) Mimoko; salt and pepper grinders, Menu Design Shop; tea towel, Anara Design Company. OPPOSITE: “Ami understood that we didn’t want glitz or glamour but beautiful, calm and functional,” says Niamh. “We wanted a house that was lived in — we didn’t want perfect rooms you couldn’t use.” Sofa, Inform Interiors; coffee table, CB2.
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The dining room features a tiny inset bar (far right) with millwork cabinets that now serve as liquor storage. Chandelier, Pottery Barn; dining table, Article; dining chairs, Wayfair Canada; ceramics (on table), Nineteen Ten.
I RE REALLY ALLY WANTED TO COME HOME HO ME AND A FIND JOY IN MY SPACE — Niamh Talon, omeowner
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ZEN WITH DRAMA “CALM” DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN BLAND. BRING IN EXCITEMENT WITH: Natural wood for cabinet, door and drawer pulls, and small furniture. Whimsical wallpaper paired with painted wainscotting. Burnished brass for faucets and mirror frames. Black, used strategically for doors, hardware and fixtures, especially to highlight long sight lines.
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but not rustic — to come home and relax in,” says Ami. The house’s original details shine through, including a river rock fireplace surround and hearth in the living room, lush natural landscaping outside and big windows in the kitchen that bring in abundant natural light. For added privacy, Ami designed an eight-foot-long quartzclad kitchen island with a lowered portion in white oak that serves as an intimate eating area for the family. “Now we can eat in our pajamas!” says Niamh. The kitchen and adjacent living room are the hub of the home but also a graceful stage for hosting. “We purposely avoided creating seating at the island to encourage guests to settle in to our living room, but we still wanted them to be close to share the cooking experience with us in the kitchen,” says Ciaran. Postrenovation, Niamh adeptly sums up the makeover’s impact: “It’s changed our lives. We love to entertain and there’s always a small community around, so it’s the perfect house for that. But it’s also a calm oasis when it’s just the four of us.” A sea change, if you will. 86 H&H MARCH 2020
In the principal bedroom and throughout the home, Niamh and Ciaran chose many new furnishings and textiles for a fresh start. Tucking a textured throw pillow into the nightstand anchors the trio of pale objects above. Bed frame, nightstand, West Elm; table lamp, Vancouver Special; rug, striped throw, black and grey accent pillow (on bed), Marra Market; throw pillow (on nightstand shelf), CB2. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: Ciaran and Niamh and their kids, Amelia and Zachary, in their stunning backyard oasis. The flagstones, exterior stone hearth and retaining walls create an ideal spot for dining. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: A former storage space was transformed into a family room outfitted with a generous sectional and plenty of natural textures. Sectional, EQ3; coffee table, CF Interiors; throw pillows, Rug & Weave. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: Amelia’s room mixes whimsy and sophistication with a gold-toned bunny lamp and fringed pale pink throw. Bed frame, West Coast Kids; bunny floor lamp, Pbteen; pink throw, West Van Florist Home & Garden.
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FOOD & ENTERTAINING
Pantry PASTA
Produced by ESHUN MOTT Photography by MAYA VISNYEI
FROM GOOEY MAC AND CHEESE TO SWEET COCONUT-CURRY NOODLES, THESE ARE THE ONLY PASTA RECIPES YOU’LL EVER NEED — AND THE EASIEST.
THE ULTIMATE MAC AND CHEESE IF YOU’VE GOT MACARONI, CHEDDAR, MILK AND BREADCRUMBS, YOU’RE MOST OF THE WAY THERE. THIS VERSION AMPS UP THE OOZE AND CRUNCH WITH FONTINA AND PROSCIUTTO (OPTIONAL). 88 H&H MARCH 2020
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RECIPES THE ULTIMATE MAC AND CHEESE SKILLET CYPRIOT SPAGHETTI BAKED RIGATONI WITH SAUSAGE AND RICOTTA GOLDEN TAGLIATELLE AND GREENS
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SKILLET CYPRIOT SPAGHETTI CONJURE THOUGHTS OF WARMER WEATHER WITH A ONE-PAN PASTA USING ROTISSERIE CHICKEN, HALLOUMI CHEESE, FRESH MINT AND ZINGY LEMON ZEST. IT’S A LIGHTER WAY TO DO COMFORT FOOD.
ORECCHIETTE WITH TUNA, WHITE BEANS AND RADICCHIO
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BAKED RIGATONI WITH SAUSAGE AND RICOTTA ALL THE FLAVOURS OF LASAGNA WITHOUT THE FUSS! START WITH A SIMPLE MARINARA SAUCE, ADD CRUMBLED SAUSAGE, CREAMY RICOTTA, SHARP PARMESAN AND A GOOD SPRINKLING OF MOZZARELLA. DELIZIOSO!
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GOLDEN TAGLIATELLE AND GREENS A GORGEOUSLY FRAGRANT PASTA WITH THE FLAVOURS OF A COCONUT CURRY AND A SECRET BASE OF SWEET CARROT JUICE.
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ORECCHIETTE WITH TUNA, WHITE BEANS AND RADICCHIO BRIGHT FENNEL AND PEPPERY RADICCHIO PAIR PERFECTLY WITH CUPBOARD STAPLES OF CANNED WHITE BEANS, ITALIAN TUNA, GARLIC AND CHILI FLAKES.
HOT READS NEW BOOKS FOR PASTA LOVERS 1. FELIDIA: A book of favourite recipes from Lidia Matticchio Bastianich’s beloved New York restaurant. Appetite by Random House, 2019, $42. 2. GENNARO’S PASTA PERFECTO: The man who taught Jamie Oliver everything he knows about Italian food shares tips, tricks and recipes. Interlink Publishing, 2019, $30.
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WHAT TO BUY: THE PASTA PANTRY Keep in the fridge or freezer 1. Extra-virgin olive oil 2. Chicken stock with no added salt 3. Tomato paste in a tube 4. Good-quality dried pastas 5. Pine nuts and other nuts 92 H&H MARCH 2020
6. Jarred artichoke hearts in brine or olive oil 7. Jarred cannellini beans 8. Whole Italian plum tomatoes 9. Green or black olives
10. Jarred Italian yellowfin tuna in olive oil 11. Dried porcini mushrooms 12. Capers 13. Roasted red peppers
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Chef de cuisine Hayden Johnston of Richmond Station shares his recipe for Chicken-fried Oyster Mushrooms. Q: Sometimes you eat a restaurant dish that seems simple but tastes like there’s so much more going on. I’d love to be able to recreate the Chicken-fried Oyster Mushrooms served as a snack at Richmond Station in Toronto. Can you get the recipe? — ROSS, Toronto
A: Hayden’s recipe is all about making the simple sublime. He brines the mushrooms before coating and frying them, and makes the Kewpie-style mayonnaise, tonkatsu sauce and togarashi spice mix they’re served with all from scratch for the best possible flavour!
See page 106 for recipe.
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CAULILINI Calling all cauliflower lovers: there’s a new spin on your favourite vegetable. Caulilini is an Asian variety of cauliflower being cultivated in North America by Mann Packing Co. (the same people who introduced us to broccolini). With sweet, tender stems and more open florets than its cousin, caulilini is delicious both raw and cooked. Try it in a salad, or quickly sauté and add to pasta. From $5/pkg. At Longo’s.
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See You on Sunday by Sam Sifton The New York Times Food editor’s latest cookbook is all about rediscovering Sunday supper and gathering friends and family for a meal. Casual weekend hosting just makes life better, and Sam’s generous book of 200 recipes will definitely help you feed a crowd. Full of international flavours (think Chicken Adobo and Momofuku’s Bo Ssam) as well as large-scale pastas and salads, this book will inspire you to invite guests over just so you can try out the recipes. Random House, 2020, $47. 94 H&H MARCH 2020
WEB EXCLUSIVE! For recipes from this book, visit houseandhome.com and click on the current issue
Montreal is the latest foodie city to get its own Time Out Market, gathering some of the city’s best food and drink all under one roof. Lisbon was the first in 2014, and now there are six outposts in centres such as Miami, New York and Chicago. Spanning 40,000 square feet at 705 rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest in Centre Eaton de Montréal, the market includes 16 eateries from local chefs and restaurants (Normand Laprise’s Burger T!, Claude Pelletier’s Le Club Chasse et Pêche, Romados, Olive et Gourmando, and more), plus a demonstration kitchen, cooking school, cultural space and retail area. Time Out Market Montréal, timeoutmarket.com/montreal. SEE SHOPPING LIST
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The Ultimate Mac and Cheese SERVES 6
PREP TIME: 40 minutes TOTAL TIME: 70 minutes Pockets of extra-melty Fontina and salty prosciutto on top are the secret to taking a classic dish over the edge. Omit the prosciutto and serve with a green salad if you're feeling vegetarian! 500 g gomiti (large, ridged macaroni) or other short-shaped tubular pasta ⅓ cup unsalted butter ½ cup chopped onion 1 tbsp chopped garlic ⅓ cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp cayenne 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 4 cups whole milk, warmed (3%) 4 cups grated aged white cheddar cheese (340 g) Salt and pepper 1 cup diced Fontina cut into 1 cm cubes (115 g) ½ cup grated Parmesan 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 2 tbsp olive oil 3 slices prosciutto, chopped (55 g), optional COOK PASTA 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add gomiti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain. MAKE CHEESE SAUCE 1. Heat butter in pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 2 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute. 2. Add flour and cayenne and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to cook out floury taste. Add Dijon mustard and stir to combine. Add milk, a little at a time, and stir constantly, until sauce is smooth and milk is fully incorporated. Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute, or until thickened. 3. Remove from heat. Add cheddar, a handful at a time, and stir until melted and incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 96 H&H MARCH 2020
BAKE PASTA 1. In pot, combine sauce and cooked pasta (yes, it will seem like there is way too much sauce), then scrape into 9" x 13" or similar-sized casserole dish. Evenly sprinkle in cubes of Fontina. 2. In bowl, toss Parmesan and breadcrumbs with olive oil until moistened. Add prosciutto, if desired, and use fingers to break up any clumps. Sprinkle topping evenly over pasta and bake for 30 minutes, or until sauce is bubbling.
ASSEMBLE PASTA 1. When pasta has cooked through and cooking liquid has reduced to sauce, add remaining dried mint and chicken, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. 2. To pasta add half of halloumi mixture and stir to incorporate. Sprinkle in remaining halloumi mixture and fresh mint, and toss until just combined. Serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over top.
Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and Ricotta SERVES 4 TO 6
Skillet Cypriot Spaghetti SERVES 4
PREP TIME: 15 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes Our version of this simple dish incorporates rotisserie chicken, a bit of mellow garlic and a boost of lemon zest. If you’ve never grated halloumi before, you may be surprised by how nice an addition it can be to a pasta dish. 6 4 500 4 1½
cups sodium-free chicken stock garlic cloves, sliced g whole wheat spaghetti tsp dried mint, divided cups finely grated halloumi (about 120 g) Grated zest 1 lemon (preferably organic) 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Salt and pepper ⅓ cup julienned fresh mint 1–2 lemons cut into wedges to squeeze over top
PREP TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 50 minutes Simple marinara sauce, browned sausage and dollops of ricotta combine to create this deconstructed lasagna. Classic comfort food without all the effort! 500 g rigatoni 1 796 mL can whole peeled Italian tomatoes (ideally San Marzano) 2–3 anchovy fillets packed in oil, drained 2 large garlic cloves 6 large fresh basil leaves 1 tsp dried oregano 2 tbsp olive oil 300 g Italian sausage, casing removed, crumbled 2 cups cherry tomatoes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup ricotta 1 cup finely grated Parmesan, divided 1 cup grated mozzarella 3 tbsp torn basil leaves, for garnish
COOK PASTA AND PREPARE HALLOUMI MIXTURE 1. In wide sauté pan, add chicken stock and garlic, and bring to a boil. Let boil for 5 minutes to reduce slightly. 2. Add spaghetti and fully submerge in liquid. Boil for 11 minutes, or until al dente according to package cooking directions (if liquid evaporates too quickly, just add a little boiling water to pan). 3. In small bowl, combine 2 tsp dried mint, halloumi and grated lemon zest. Reserve.
COOK PASTA AND PREPARE SAUCE 1. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook for 14 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta cooking water. 2. Preheat oven to 400°F. In food processor or blender (or use an immersion blender), combine canned tomatoes, anchovies, garlic, basil and oregano, and process until nearly smooth.
SAUTÉ SAUSAGE AND CHERRY TOMATOES 1. Heat oil in large, ovenproof frying pan over medium heat. Add sausage and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring to break into small pieces, or until nicely browned. 2. Add cherry tomatoes and sauté for 1 minute, or until skins have split. 3. Add puréed sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes to bring flavours together, and season well with salt and pepper.
Salt and pepper 142 g box baby cooking greens mix (spinach, kale, Swiss chard)
ASSEMBLE PASTA 1. Add water to sauce to add moisture, and stir to combine. Add rigatoni to pan and toss to coat, being sure that some sausage and cherry tomatoes are on top.
MAKE SAUCE AND GREENS 1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté for 4 minutes, or until lightly golden. 2. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1 minute, or until just beginning to toast. Add ground coriander, cumin, turmeric and chili flakes, and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. 3. Add carrot juice and bring to a boil. Simmer for 4 minutes, or until thickened. Add coconut milk and simmer for 2 more minutes, or until thickened and flavourful. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. 4. Add greens and simmer for 2 more minutes, or until just wilted.
TOP WITH CHEESE AND BAKE 1. In bowl, combine ricotta and ½ cup of Parmesan and, using spoon, dollop mixture on top of pasta. Sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining ½ cup of Parmesan. 2. Bake for 22 minutes, or until cheese has browned in places and sauce is bubbling at edges. Let stand for 5 minutes and sprinkle with basil just before serving.
¼ cup smoked or toasted unsweetened coconut flakes, for garnish COOK PASTA 1. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tagliatelle and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water.
Golden Tagliatelle and Greens SERVES 4
PREP TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes This vibrantly sauced pasta has the flavours of a coconut curry and a secret base of carrot juice. If you can find smoky coconut chips (sometimes called coconut bacon), it’s a great foil for the sweeter elements. 400 g tagliatelle ¼ cup virgin coconut or olive oil 1 cup diced shallot 2 tbsp chopped garlic 2 tbsp chopped ginger 1 tbsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp chili flakes 1½ cups carrot juice ¾ cup coconut milk
ASSEMBLE PASTA 1. Place tagliatelle in skillet and toss to combine, adding a bit of pasta cooking water, as needed, to loosen. Top with toasted coconut flakes and serve.
Orecchiette with Tuna, White Beans and Radicchio SERVES 4 TO 6
PREP TIME: 25 minutes TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes This recipe makes the most of quality jarred white beans and tuna, and gets a boost from sweet fennel and bitter radicchio. 500 ⅓ ¼ ½ 1
g orecchiette cup extra-virgin olive oil cup coarsely chopped garlic tsp chili flakes small bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped (about 2 cups)
150 g jar Italian tuna in olive oil (drained, oil reserved) 540 mL can white beans, drained and rinsed 1 small head radicchio, cut into ribbons ½ cup chopped Italian parsley (packed) Salt and pepper COOK PASTA 1. Heat large pot of salted water on high heat. Add orecchiette and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta cooking water. SAUTÉ FENNEL 1. While pasta is cooking, to large sauté pan add olive oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic and chili flakes, and cook gently for 2 minutes, or until garlic is lightly golden. 2. Add fennel and sauté for 7 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned. Add tuna and white beans, and stir to break tuna into chunks. ASSEMBLE PASTA 1. Add drained pasta to sauté pan and gently toss to combine. Add radicchio, parsley and ½ cup of pasta cooking water, or enough to loosen. Add reserved oil from tuna jar for extra flavour, if desired. Season well with salt and pepper, to taste.
SHOPPING INFORMATION Find our Shopping List, a comprehensive listing of stores, manufacturers, designers and tradespeople featured in this issue, on page 98.
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Shopping List
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1stdibs, 1stdibs.com Alessi, alessi.com Alexanian’s, (905) 639-4934 or alexanian.com Aman Resorts, aman.com Amy Merrick, amymerrick.com Artemest, artemest.com Artisan Books, artisanbooks.com Axel Vervoordt, axel-vervoordt.com Bed Bath & Beyond, 1-800-462-3966 or bedbathandbeyond.ca Behr, behr.com Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca Bernhardt Interiors, bernhardt.com BK Interior Design, bkinteriordesign.com Blanco, 1-877-425-2626 or blancocanada.com Brewster Home Fashions, brewsterwallcovering.com Caesarstone, caesarstone.ca
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Canadel, (819) 228-8471 or canadel.com Canadian Tire, 1-866-746-7287 or canadiantire.ca Casalife, (416) 922-2785 or casalife.com Casa Shop, shopcasashop.com Casper, 1-888-498-0003 or casper.com CB2, cb2.ca Ciot, ciot.com Cloverdale Paint, cloverdalepaint.com Cosentino, pro.cosentino.com Crate & Barrel, 1-888-657-4108 or crateandbarrel.ca Departo, departo.co Designer Doorware, designerdoorware.com Design Within Reach, dwr.com Devon Made Glass Fruit, devonmadeglass.com Dil Hildebrand, dilhildebrand.com Donna Balzer, donnabalzer.com Eichholtz, eichholtz.com Eternity Modern, eternitymodern.com EQ3, (416) 533-9090 or eq3.com Farrow & Ball, 1-888-511-1121 or farrow-ball.com Fendi, fendi.com Flax Sleep, flaxsleep.com Formica, formica.com HanStone Canada, (905) 660-3770 or hanstone.ca Harrison Design, harrisondesign.com Hayden Johnston, Richmond Station, (647) 748-1444 or richmondstation.ca
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Hendrick Interiors, hendrickinteriors.com HomeSense, 1-800-646-9466 or homesense.ca Hopson Grace, (416) 926-1120 or hopsongrace.com Howdens, howdens.com Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com
Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca Indigo, indigo.ca Jackie Terrell Interior Design, jackieknows.com Kate Golding, kategolding.ca Kate Schutz, kateschutz.com Kiosk, (416) 539-9665 or kioskdesign.ca KitchenAid, kitchenaid.ca Last Light, lastlightcollection.com Lasvit, lasvit.com
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Lauren Nelson Design, laurennelsondesign.com Leman Locke, lockeliving.com LinenChest, linenchest.com Longo’s, 1-800-956-6467 or longos.com Maison Corbeil, maisoncorbeil.com Marset, marset.com Monogram, monogram.ca Net-a-Porter, net-a-porter.com Nordstrom, shop.nordstrom.com Nyla Free Designs, (403) 255-4980 or nylafreedesigns.com Old Faithful Shop, (647) 352-9376 or oldfaithfulshop.com Oly Studio, olystudio.com Pantone, pantone.com Paramount Home & Design, (604) 273-0155 or paramounthome.ca Penguin Random House, penguinrandomhouse.ca Pierre-François Ouellette art contemporain, (514) 395-6032 or pfoac.com Pottery Barn, potterybarn.com Prairie Interiors, prairie.design Prima Lighting, (905) 851-1188 or primalighting.ca Rebecca Atwood Designs, shop.rebeccaatwood.com Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com Renwil, renwil.com
Robinson, 1-800-931-1178 or robinsonco.ca Saks Fifth Avenue, saksfifthavenue.com Scavolini, (416) 961-2929 or scavolinitoronto.com Sherwin-Williams, 1-800-474-3794 or sherwin-williams.com Shop H&H, shophouseandhome.com Soho Concept, sohoconcept.com Stoney Creek Furniture, stoneycreekfurniture.com Structube, structube.com Sub-Zero, subzero-wolf.com Time Out Market Montréal, (514) 370-3883 or timeoutmarket.com Trianon, (416) 363-9851 or trianon-online.com Union Lighting and Furnishings, (416) 652-2200 or unionlf.com Uniqfind, uniqfind.com Uniquities Architectural Antiques & Salvage, uniquities.ca
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Urban Mode, (416) 591-8834 or urbanmode.com Vancouver Fairmont Pacific Rim Botanist restaurant, (604) 695-5500 or botanistrestaurant.com VdeV Maison, (647) 348-3381, (514) 277-8484 or vdevmaison.com Wall You Need Is Love, wynil.com West Elm, westelm.com White Terry Home, whiteterry.com Williams Sonoma, 1-877-812-6235 or williams-sonoma.ca Yabu Pushelberg, yabupushelberg.com
Source Guide crescendogala.com. Page 50: Home office: Custom sofa and ottomans, Luke Havekes Design, (514) 419-5846 or lhdetc.com; ottoman upholstery fabric, Crescendo (to the trade), (514) 933-0067 or crescendogala.com; armchairs, Milord Antiques, (514) 933-2433 or milordantiques.com; art (over sofa) by Manon Pelletier, manonpelletierartsvisuels.com; red art by Lauren Bibeau, laurenbibeau.com; glasses (on tray) by Maison Lipari, (514) 2531515 or maisonlipari.com; bowl (on tray) by Christofle, (514) 987-1242 or christofle.com. Guest bathroom: Vanity, faucet, Ciot, ciot. com; mirror, LHDetc, lhdetc.com; hand towels, Libeco Home, libecohomestores.com. Principal bedroom: Bed, bench, Luke Havekes Design, (514) 419-5846 or lhdetc.com; table lamp, LHDetc, lhdetc.com; armchair, Celadon Collection, celadoncollection.com; rug, Y&Co., (416) 968-7700, (514) 287-8998 or ycocarpet. com; bed linens, Toile Showroom, (514) 4862424 or toilesurrendezvous.com; drapery and accent pillow fabric, Crescendo (to the trade), (514) 933-0067 or crescendogala.com; travel bag, Longchamp, ca.longchamp.com.
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CONDO STYLE Pages 48 to 50 Design, Luke Havekes, Luke Havekes Design, (514) 419-5846 or lhdetc.com. Page 48: Living room: Sconces (over art), Atelier Anaka, (514) 524-3553 or atelieranaka.com; throw pillow fabric, Crescendo (to the trade), (514) 9330067 or crescendogala.com; throw, Libeco Home, libecohomestores.com; rug, Y&Co.,
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(416) 968-7700, (514) 287-8998 or ycocarpet. com; art (over sofa) by RenĂŠe Duval, reneeduval.com; wall colour, Wimborne White (239), Farrow & Ball, 1-888-511-1121 or farrowball.com. Page 49: Kitchen: Faucet, sink, Ciot, ciot.com; framed art (on counter) by Bruno Zhu, Jeanine Hofland, jeaninehofland.nl; plate (on shelf), Fornasetti, fornasetti.com; brass collection (on top shelf) by Tom Dixon, Celadon Collection, celadoncollection.com; marble clock, Obiekt, (514) 963-3434 or ivystudio.ca. Curved banquette: Accent table by Bolier & Company, Celadon Collection, celadoncollection.com; floor lamp, LHDetc, lhdetc.com; hardwood flooring, Tapis Lipman, (514) 737-5022 or lipmancarpetmontreal.com; banquette upholstery fabric by Loro Piana, throw pillow fabric, drapery fabric, Crescendo (to the trade), (514) 933-0067 or
Pages 54 to 63 Kitchen No. 1: Bold Traditional: Design, cabinets, vent hood design, Jack Creasy, Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry, (416) 782-7900, (905) 853-7700 or bloomsburydesign.com; contractor, Whitehall Homes & Construction, (905) 338-7230, (416) 934-9997 or whitehallhomes.ca. Page 54: Range: Antolini marble countertops, backsplash and vent hood cladding, Select Surfaces Corp., (905) 879-5000 or selectsurfacescorp.com; Lacanche range, The French Barn, (855) 2520505 or french-barn.com; vent insert, Tasco Next Door, tascoappliance.ca; vent construction, Bloomsbury Fine Cabinetry, (416) 782-7900, (905) 853-7700 or bloomsburydesign.com, and Select Surface Corp., (905) 879-5000 or selectsurfacescorp. com; brass hardware, Water Street, waterstreetbrass.com, Classic Brass, classicbrass.com, and Armac Martin, armacmartin. com. Page 55: Island: China, Hermès, 1-855-770-8626 or hermes.com, CONTINUED and Fornasetti,
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1-877-345-2749 or brizo.com; sink, Franke, 1-877-6-FRANKE or frankecanada.com. Kitchen No. 3: Warm Modern: Design, RobitailleCurtis, project designer, Anne Charbit, (514) 508-9950 or robitaillecurtis.com; contractor, A2Z Construction, renovationsa2z. com; structural engineer, Zarrabi et Associés, zarrabietassocies.com; electrical, Acutech Electric, acutechelectric.ca. Page 62: Kitchen into breakfast area: Fenix countertops, Scodesign, (514) 765-3414 or scodesign.com; kitchen millwork, countertop fabrication, Kastella, (514) 270-2444 or kastella.ca; faucets, Hansgrohe, 1-800-334-0455 or hansgroheusa.com; refrigerator, Fisher & Paykel, 1-888-936-7872 or fisherpaykel.com; floor tile, Ramacieri Soligo, (514) 270-9192 or ramacierisoligo.com; table, Du Design, du Retro et du Kitsch, (514) 935-3168 or designretrokitsch.com; pendant, Luminaire Authentik, (514) 662-0352 or luminaireauthentik.com; Eames chairs, hermanmiller.com. Page 63: Dining room: Credenza, Kijiji, kijiji.ca; dining chairs, Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca; art (left), Naomi London, naomilondon.com; bowl, candlesticks, Coeur d’Artichaut, (514) 379-1360 or coeurdartichaut.ca; chandelier, Townsend Design, townsenddesign.net; vases (background), HomeSense, 1-800-646-9466 or homesense.ca; wall colour, Snow White (2122-70), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca. Island toward sink wall: Range, vent hood, Bosch, bosch.ca; platter (foreground), HomeSense, 1-800646-9466 or homesense.ca.
WHAT’S A RENO BETWEEN FRIENDS? Pages 66 to 73 Design, Arren Williams, arrenwilliams.com; architecture, Bldg Workshop, (416) 877-4741 or bldgworkshop.ca; contracting, Moosehead Home Improvement, (416) 996-5553 or mooseheadhome.com; trim colour, Super White (OC-152), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-3615898 or benjaminmoore.ca. Page 67: Living room: Sofa, marble and brass cocktail table, Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com; rug, Renwil, renwil. com; lounge chairs, coffee table, HomeSense, 1-800-646-9466 or homesense.ca; throw, Saudade, (647) 352-1191 or saudadetoronto. com; woven throw pillow, CB2, cb2.ca; blue velvet throw pillow, yellow throw pillows, Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com; green bottles
(right of fireplace), The Door store, (416) 8631590 or thedoorstore.ca; art (right of fireplace), black sculptural vase (on coffee table), Snob, (416) 778-8778 or snobstuff.com. Page 68: Dining room credenza: Artworks by Alanna Cavanagh, (647) 391-3939 or alannacavanagh. com; basket (on stand), Snob, (416) 778-8778 or snobstuff.com; footed bowl, Elte Mkt, (416) 789-0800 or eltemkt.com. Page 69: Dining room overall: Dining table, Article, article.com; dining chairs, Home Société, (647) 696-4612 or homesociete.ca; chandelier, Finnish Design Shop, finnishdesignshop.com; oak flooring, Satin Flooring, 1-800-267-2846 or satinflooring.com. Page 70: Kitchen: Sconces, Dutton Brown, duttonbrown.com; quartz countertops, HanStone Canada, (647) 2657709 or hanstone.ca; range, Thermador, thermador.ca; faucet, sink, Kohler, kohler.ca; pendants (over island), bowl (with fruit), The Door Store, (416) 863-1590 or thedoorstore.ca; vase, Snob, (416) 778-8778 or snobstuff.com; bowl (with lemons), Saudade, (647) 352-1191 or saudadetoronto.com; wall and upper cabinet colour, Decorator’s White (CC-20), island colour, Hale Navy (HC-154), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca; wall tile, Stone Tile, 1-866-669-1103 or stonetile.com; wooden cutting boards, Elte Mkt, (416) 789-0800 or eltemkt.com. Page 71: Family room: Sectional, blue ottomans, Statum Designs, statumdesigns.com; drum table, Crate & Barrel, 1-888-657-4108 or CONTINUED crateandbarrel.ca; vintage
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Source Guide armchair, Bettencourt Manor, (416) 319-4191 or bettencourtmanor.com; white side table, Amazon, amazon.ca; throw, Saudade, (647) 352-1191 or saudadetoronto.com; small woven baskets (on coffee table), grey and white bowl (on coffee table), Snob, (416) 778-8778 or snobstuff.com. Family room credenza: Vintage credenza, Bettencourt Manor, (416) 319-4191 or bettencourtmanor.com; vases, Saudade, (647) 352-1191 or saudadetoronto. com. Homework area: Blue chairs, Amazon, amazon.ca; quartz countertop, HanStone Canada, (647) 265-7709 or hanstone.ca; paper bag pot (on table), Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte. com. Page 72: Boys’ bathroom: Shower curtain, Society6, society6.com; toilet, vanity, faucet, Kohler, kohler.ca. Principal bedroom: Headboard, bed frame, Statum Designs, statumdesigns.com; dressers, CDI Furniture, cdifurniture.com; vintage table lamps, Bettencourt Manor, (416) 319-4191 or bettencourtmanor.com; stools, Snob, (416) 778-8778 or snobstuff.com; lumbar pillows, striped boxes (right, on dresser), Elte, (416) 785-7885 or elte.com. Boys’ bedroom: Table lamps, Ikea, 1-866-866-IKEA or ikea.ca. Page 73: Principal bathroom: Fixtures, Kohler, kohler.ca; quartz countertop, HanStone Canada, (647) 265-7709 or hanstone.ca; wall
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SCANDI IN SEATTLE Pages 74 to 79 Design, Heidi Caillier, Heidi Caillier Design, heidicaillierdesign.com. Page 74: Dining room: Dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Design Within Reach, dwr.com; ceiling fixture, Apparatus Studio, apparatusstudio.com; art by Paul Edmondson,pauledmondsonphotography. com. Cabinets: Ceiling fixture, Allied Maker, alliedmaker.com; faucet, Rohl, rohlhome.com; wall panelling and cabinet colour, Dove Tale (267), Farrow & Ball, 1-877-363-1040 or farrow-ball.com. Page 77: Living room: Sofas, Heidi Caillier Design, heidicaillierdesign. com; sofa upholstery fabric, Casamance, casamance.fr; black end table, RH, 1-800910-9836 or rh.com; table lamp, Victoria Morris Pottery, victoriamorrispottery. com. Page 78: Eat-in area: Hardwood flooring, Cronin Hardwood Flooring, croninhardwoodfls.com; hardware, Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com. Page 79: Principal bathroom: Nero Marquina floor tile, Ann Sacks, annsacks.com; hardware, Waterworks, waterworks.com. Double vanity: Carrara wall tile, Ann Sacks, annsacks.com; hardware, Waterworks, waterworks.com; sconces, Allied Maker, alliedmaker.com. Powder room: Sconce, Horne, shophorne.com; mirror, Michele Varian, michelevarian.com; wall colour, Breakfast Room Green (81), Farrow & Ball, 1-877-363-1040 or farrow-ball.com.
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Pages 80 and 81: Great room overall: Art (on mantel) by Rubeena Ratcliffe, Pure Design Inc., (604) 757-6631 or purebyamimckay.com; wooden chairs, The Latest Scoop, (604) 4285777 or thelatestscoop.ca; throw pillows (on wooden chairs), Ikhaya, (604) 989-2141 or instagram.com/ikhayaboutique; rug, Salari Fine Carpet Collections, (604) 261-3555 or salari.com. Page 82: Living room: Sofa, Inform Interiors, (604) 682-3868 or informinteriors.com; coffee table, CB2, cb2.ca. Page 83: Kitchen: Quartz countertops, Canadian Countertops, (604) 373-4437 or canadiancountertops.com; grey chairs, Vancouver Special, (604) 568-3673 or vanspecial.com; sconces, Onefortythree, onefortythree.com; round cutting board by Tom Dixon, Inform Interiors, (604) 6823868 or informinteriors.com; vase, (right, on shelf) Mimoko, mimoko.me; salt and pepper grinders, Menu Design Shop, menudesignshop.com; tea towel, Anara Design Company, anaradesignco.com. Page 84: Dining room: Chandelier, Pottery Barn, potterybarn.com; dining table, Article, article.com; dining chairs, Wayfair Canada, wayfair.ca; ceramics (on table), Nineteen Ten, (604) 558-0210 or nineteenten.ca. Page 86: Family room: Sectional, EQ3, eq3.com; coffee table, CF Interiors, countryfurniture.net; throw pillows, Rug & Weave, (519) 546-8720 or rugandweave.ca. Amelia’s bedroom: Bed frame, West Coast Kids, 1-855-554-9443 or westcoastkids.ca; bunny floor lamp, Pbteen, pbteen.com; pink throw, West Van Florist Home & Garden, (604) 922-4171 or westvanflorist.com. Page 87: Principal bedroom: Bed frame, nightstand, West Elm, 1-855-860-1082 or westelm.com; table lamp, Vancouver Special, (604) 568-3673 or vanspecial.com; rug, striped throw, black and grey accent pillow (on bed), Marra Market, etsy.com/ca/shop/marramarketshop; throw pillow (on nightstand shelf), CB2, cb2.ca.
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Having your cabinets painted a new colour is an excellent way to update your kitchen! Opt for a bright white that will reflect light around the space. Replacing your upper cabinets with open shelving will definitely make your kitchen look airier, too. For a modern vibe, consider having your vent hood boxed in with drywall and painted to match your walls. Extending the box right to the ceiling will draw the eye up and create visual interest. Similar to the Inspiration kitchen designed by Whitney Williams, install two floating wood shelves on either side of the vent hood. The top shelf should align with the bottom of the hood, with the second shelf 12 to 18 inches lower. Then, continue the shelving on the window wall, stopping just shy of the window frame. The key to styling your shelves is to choose items that are both good-looking
and functional. For colour, try leaning a piece of art on a shelf. Next, swap out your backsplash for an off-white quartz or marble slab with veining. For a more affordable option, opt for ceramic or marble tiles. Install the slab or tile just below the height of the lowest shelf and then, behind the range, up to the vent hood. Consider adding two white and brass sconces on either side of the hood as decorative lighting. Additionally, you could have puck lights installed on the underside of the shelves to illuminate your work surfaces. Finally, to bring in some warmth, replace your cabinet pulls with brass versions and add wooden counter stools at the peninsula. These simple changes will give you the look of a bright, new kitchen without having to start from scratch! 1. Art by Kate Schutz. 2. Small Cypress sconce in Brushed Satin Brass and Satin White, Rejuvenation. 3. Galiano pitcher in Beige, VdeV Maison. 4. Speckle serving bowl, .
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There’s a popular Italian expression — scolpito nel marmo — that means important things aren’t set in simple stone, they’re set in marble. From intricate mosaic floors to humble candlesticks, we’re loving marble again because it signals craft and care, while its rich veining speaks to the beauty of natural materials. Fendi’s floorsweeping couture gown, with its pastiche of marble prints, will outshine a classic little black dress every time. Pair it with Prada’s cat-eye sunnies for a dash of downtown insouciance. For the home, Gritti Rollo’s Curl armchair transforms weighty marble into a sinuous statement perch. Rebecca Atwood’s hand-dipped wallpaper, meanwhile, looks like that rare slab of Calacatta Viola marble you’ve been hunting for to add a dose of drama. Trends may fade, but this one is set in, well, marble. 1. Runway fashion, Fendi. 2. Apuleio pendant by Michele De Lucchi and Philippe Nigro, 1stdibs. 3. Marble wallpaper, Rebecca Atwood Designs. 4. Mint Marble MacBook skin, Uniqfind. 5. Tobor L tea light holders, Eichholtz. 6. Cat-eye Marbled Acetate sunglasses by Prada, Net-a-Porter. 7. Swirl Marble glass vase, Union Lighting and Furnishings. 8. Darrow clock by Tatiana Jabbour, Renwil. 9. Gold Marble carry-on by Calpak, Nordstrom. 10. Loop-de-Loop Triple Hoop earrings by Lele Sadoughi, Saks Fifth Avenue. 11. Curl armchair by Gritti Rollo for MGM Marmi e Graniti, Artemest. 12. St-Henri Mist Polished tile by MUDtile, Ciot. 112 H&H MARCH 2020
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