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Com for t i s a wonder f u l word I n one sen se, you ca n com for t a love d one, a nd i n a not her, you ca n yea r n for t he com for t of you r favou r it e cha i r when you ’ re s t uck i n t ra f fic on a cold a nd ra i ny Novem ber n ight

It goe s w it hout s ay i ng t hat we wa nt ou r home s t o be com for t a ble, but when you r de sig n concept i s ba se d on t he goa l of com for t, goo d t h i ngs happen W hen I look at t he home s i n t h i s i s s ue, I rea l ize t hat i n each of t hem, I’m d raw n t o t he com for t t hat’s i nt eg ra l t o t hei r de sig n I n de sig ner a nd St yle at Home colu m n i s t Sa ma nt ha P y n n ’ s del ight f u l condo (“Bloom i ng Beaut i f u l,” page 72), I ca n ju s t i mag i ne her g ue s t s mov i ng f rom t he com f y d i n i ng room ba nq uet t e t o t he l iv i ng room ’ s si n k i nt o sofa s for hou rs of convers at ion A nd you’d have t o pr y me of f t he bouclé cha i r by t he fi re i n t he l iv i ng room of t he cha let de sig ne d by L i nd s ay Men s (“C ha let St yle,” page 62) You go sk i I’l l be here when you get back!

Have you ever been a hou seg ue s t i n a home where t he ow ner ha s lav i she d at t ent ion on t he g ue s t be d room? O u r colu m n i s t de sig ner K a rl L oh ne s c reat e d s uch a haven for h i s cl ient’s luck y v i sit ors (“A Ne s t for Gue s t s, ” page 3 6) It ex ude s com for t why wou ld a nyone leave? K a rl’s g ue s t room t ips a re plent i f u l a nd a re s upplement e d by ou r s t or y “Room for A l l” ( page 4 0), wh ich shows you how t o ma ke g ue s t s com for t a ble when you don’t have a sepa rat e s pa re room

Wit h t he hol idays a nd ent er t a i n i ng sea son a rou nd t he cor ner, t he se a re t i mely s t or ie s, a nd Sa ma nt ha’s colu m n ( page 4 2) br i ngs even more adv ice for welcom i ng g ue s t s i nt o a ref re she d d i n i ng room I love t hat t h i s i s s ue i s f u l l of s t or ie s on ex t end i ng ho s pit a l it y M a k i ng people feel com for t a ble i s a joy t o me I hope you ca n get com f y i n you r favou r it e cha i r r ight now a nd enjoy t h i s i s s ue of St yle at Home

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NEW HEIGHTS

D e sig n e r Eva H e a ly e l evate s a

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CHALET STYLE

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BEAUTIFUL

D e sig n e r S a m a nth a P yn n ’ s d e e p love of fl owe rs inspire s a p e r fe c tly p ret t y re n o of h e r To ro nto h o m e

THE ART OF LIFE

S atu rate d co l o u r s a n d a jaw d ro p p in g a r t co ll e c tio n e n live n a co nte m p o ra r y n ew b uild

STYLE NEWS

Th e b e s t h o m e d e co r p ro d u c t s , tre n ds a n d inspirin g id e as

INSIDER’S VIEW

Fa rrow & B a ll ’ s C h a rl ot te C osby sh a re s h e r p ro tips o n ch o osin g p a int co l o u r s

20 KITCHEN SHOPPING

Pe rk up yo ur kitch e n with pret t y e s se ntia ls fo r yo u r d aily b rew

22 DESSERT OF THE MONTH

Fra g ra nt a n d l e m o nicio us , o u r Le m o n & Va nilla U psid e D own C a ke is p ositive ly h e ave n “ sce nt ”

26 HIGH OR LOW

W h eth e r yo u ’ ve m o n ey to b u rn o r n ot , th e b e s t se at in th e h o use c a n b e yo u r s at th e rig ht p rice C a n yo u te ll which is which?

30 DESIGN CLASSICS

A rre n W illia ms exp lains why B ia l et ti s M o ka s toveto p e sp re s so m a ke r is su ch a h ot sh ot

42 DESIGN LESSON

S a m a nth a P yn n h e lps g et yo u r dinin g ro o m d re s se d fo r din n e r

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DECORAT

HEARTH & HOME

Th e fi re p la ce is a fo c a l p oint a n d of te n a ju m pin g of f p oint fo r d e co r H e re ’ s h ow to ch o ose a cce nt s th at e ch o it s im p a c t

A NEST FOR GUESTS

D e sig n e r K a rl Lo h n e s sh a re s h is tips fo r cre atin g a we l co min g g u e s t ro o m

ROOM FOR ALL

N o g u e s t ro o m? N o p ro b l e m Th e se in g e nio us fl o o r p la ns will h e lp yo u m a ke g u e s t s fe e l at h o m e in sp a ce yo u a lre a dy h ave

COMFORTING THOUGHTS

M e la nie H ay d e sig n e r of this e l e g a nt b ut re laxe d o p e n co n ce pt sp a ce , sh a re s h e r a dvice o n d e co ratin g fo r wa rmth

BLUE MOOD

A p e re n nia l f avo u rite , b l u e is chic , se re n e a n d a lways in s t yl e

SPICE UP YOUR LIFE

Re cip e s f ro m m o m a n d d a u g hte r duo Ar vinda and Preena Chauhan’s b o o k , N ew I ndian B asic s, will b rin g h e at to yo u r ta b l e

FROM OUR EDITOR

O N THE COV E R

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A s a S t y l e a t H o m e s u b s c r i b e r, y o u c a n e x p e c t t h e b e s t i n s u b s c r i p t i o n s e r v i c e I f y o u h a v e a n y q u e s t i o n s a b o u t y o u r s u b s c r i p t i o n , p l e a s e g e t i n t o u c h w i t h u s a t t h e w e b s i t e , p h o n e n u m b e r o r a d d r e s s l i s t e d b e l o w I n o r d e r t o h e l p u s l o c a t e y o u r fi l e , p l e a s e p r o v i d e y o u r c u r r e n t m a i l i n g l a b e l o r t h e i n f o r m a t i o n o n i t

S U B S C R I P T I O N E X P I R Y To f i n d o u t w h e n y o u r c u r r e n t s u b s c r i p t i o n e x p i r e s , c h e c k t h e m a i l i n g l a b e l T h e l a b e l s a r e p r i n t e d s e v e r a l w e e k s b e f o r e t h e i s s u e i s m a i l e d , s o p l e a s e g i v e u s s i x t o e i g h t w e e k s a d v a n c e n o t i c e f o r r e n e w a l s a n d c h a n g e s o f a d d r e s s i n o r d e r t o a v o i d m i s s i n g a n i s s u e

B I L L I N G & R E N E WA L N O T I C E S I n v o i c e a n d r e n e w a l n o t i c e s a r e p r i n t e d o n e w e e k b e f o r e t h e y ’ r e m a i l e d t o y o u W i t h d e l i v e r y t i m e , i t ’s p o s s i b l e t h a t y o u r p a y m e n t o r r e n e w a l o r d e r wi l l c ro s s i n th e m a i l with o u r i nvo i ce o r re n ewa l n o t i c e I f y o u r e c e i v e y e t a n o t h e r i n v o i c e o r n o t i c e , p l e a s e c o n t a c t u s i m m e d i a t e l y

W R A P P E R / P E R F U M E S T R I P

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P R I VAC Y P O L I C Y O n o c c a s i o n , w e m a k e o u r s u b s c r i b e r l i s t a v a i l a b l e t o c a r e f u l l y s c r e e n e d o r g a n i z a t i o n s w h o s e p r o d u c t s o r s e r v i c e s m i g h t b e o f i n t e r e s t t o y o u I f y o u p r e f e r t o h a v e y o u r n a m e a n d p o s t a l a d d r e s s r e m o v e d f r o m t h i s l i s t , p l e a s e c o n t a c t u s F o r t h e c o m p l ete p r iva c y p o l i c y, p l e a s e v i ew P r iva c y P o l i c y a t s t y l e a t h o m e c o m

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Recently, Envello added artisanal mochila bags, one of a kind cotton totes that, since each one is 100 percent handmade, are really wearable works of art Sheet sets, from $132; mochila bags, from $113; envello com

Get the Balance Right

We k now now t hat sit t i ng for long hou rs at ou r desk s i s ha r m f u l, but it’s been show n t hat st a nd i ng for hou rs i s a l most a s bad W hat i f you cou ld ea si ly sw itch back a nd for t h? T hat’s t he idea beh i nd t he Sway desk f rom Mont rea l fa br icat or Ergonofi s T he secret t o it s success i s it s bu i lt i n d ig it a l t ouch screen t hat, at t he sw ipe of a fi nger, ef for t lessly ra i ses t he desk t o st a nd i ng height or lowers it for sit t i ng It’s a l so beaut i f u l, w it h you r choice of wood fi n i shes

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T he q u a l it y o f t h i s s o l i d br a s s h o o k w i l l m a k e y o u s m i l e !

Moder n Traditions

T he st or ied Da n i sh f u r n it u re bra nd F r itz Ha n sen celebrates it s 15 0 t h a n n iversa r y i n 2 022 Home of t he work of pioneer i ng a rch itect s a nd desig ners, i nclud i ng A r ne Jacobsen, whose icon ic 193 6 desk (t he F H 3 6 0 5) i s a cla ssic of M idcent u r y Mod er n m i n i ma l i sm, t he compa ny cont i nues it s t rad it ion of showca si ng cut t i ng edge a r t i st desig ners A new l i ne of product s by Spa n i sh creat or Ja i me Hayon who ha s developed a reput at ion a s one of t he most i n fluent ia l creators of t he la st decade i ncludes t he J H T ray, a st r i k i ng Oregon pi ne a nd bra ss t ray w it h a cen t ra l ca r r y i ng ha nd le t hat ma kes it ea sy t o hold w it h one ha nd A not her favou r ite of ou rs i s t he desig ner ’ s sol id bra ss Happy Hook, wh ich i s bot h wh i m sica l a nd usef u l, w it h t wo rou nd upper hook s for t owel s, a nd a w ider “ sm i le” hook, per fect for hold i ng a bat h robe Tray, $545; hook, $174; fritzhansen com

CURVACEOUS COZINESS

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HOME SWEET HYGGE

Ma ny of us a re at t racted t o t he idea of hygge, t he Da n i sh ph i losophy of creat i ng homes t hat a re a welcome ref uge f rom t he da i ly st resses of t he out side world But maybe we a ren’t su re how t o apply it s pr i nciples t o ou r ow n spaces Wit h My Hygge Home (Peng u i n Ca nada, 272 pages), renow ned aut hor a nd hygge g u r u Mei k Wi k i ng present s t he u lt i mate g u ide to creat i ng you r ow n happy place w it h adv ice on ever y t h i ng f rom decorat i ng for com for t a nd sa fet y t o ex tend i ng hygge pr i nciples to ou r neigh bou r hoods a nd beyond It’s t he per fect late fa l l read to i n spi re w i nter decorat i ng project s! $35, penguinrandomhouse ca

«Hygge is the a r t of creati ng a n ice atmosphere. It is about bei ng w ith the people we love. A feel i ng that we a re sa fe, that we a re sh ielded from the world a nd ca n a l low ou rselves to let ou r g ua rd dow n... It is the feel i ng of home. I n other words , hygge is about how we tu r n a house i nto a home i nto a place where we fi nd com for t a nd con nection. Desig n i ng you r hygge home is to i mag i ne wh ich activities ca n ta ke place here that w i l l have a positive i mpact on you r wel l bei ng a nd then shapi ng you r l ivi ng space to ma ke that happen » Mei k Wi k i ng

LIVING SLOW

LIVØM is a new Canadian furniture and clothing company that offers one stop shopping for furniture, decor and clothing that’s sustain able, eco conscious and designed to last The furnishings are simple and beautiful; many are fashioned from repurposed materials like recycled plastic bottles, reclaimed wood and even paper, as well as from sustain ably grown and harvested natural fibres The collection is the perfect antidote to fast fashion and throw away furnishings

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Comfort with a Conscience

W hen t he temperat u re d rops a nd t he aut u m n w i nds beg i n t o blow, t here’s not h i ng more welcome t ha n st retch i ng out by t he fi reside on a sof t, beaut i f u l ly made wool r ug Pa rachute, a l ready k now n t o Ca nad ia n s for it s but ter y sof t bedd i ng, ha s just brought a new col lect ion of si x fa i r t rade cer t i fied r ugs t o Ca nada Desig n s ra nge f rom u nderst ated t o v i bra nt, i n sof t, nat u ra l mater ia l s l i ke New Zea la nd wool Accord i ng to Pa rachute’s fou nder, A r iel K aye, each r ug i s ha nd made i n I nd ia by t rad it iona l a r t i sa n s work i ng i n fa i r t rade faci l it ies t hat meet r igorous socia l, econom ic a nd env i ron ment a l st a nda rds T hese r ugs a re a s good for t he pla net a nd t he a r t i sa n s who ma ke t hem a s t hey a re for cozy i ng up you r home

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How to Design Beautiful Built Ins

R a nda l l Papi neau of Toront o ’ s Woodwork & Co f req uent ly work s w it h desig ner Ma rcus Ia f rate of Con i k St ud ios t o create bu i lt i n s for cust om homes a nd com mercia l proper t ies (See t hei r a r t i st r y i n “I nt o t he Woods,” i n ou r Septem ber 2 022 i ssue, a nd at r ight ) We a sked t hem for t ips on how t o work w it h a desig ner a nd ca bi net ma ker t o cre ate g reat bu i lt i n s

“I st a r t by a sk i ng my cl ient s, ‘W hat do you hope t o ach ieve i n t h i s space?’” says Ma rcus “ We t a ke t hei r com ment s a nd, l i ke a puzzle, st a r t fit t i ng i n a l l t he pieces We a l so use m i l lwork t o h ide u n sight ly bu l k heads a nd br i ng f u nct iona l it y t o t hose awk wa rd spaces ”

Nowadays, t he q ua l it y of ma nu fact u red mater ia l s ha s i mproved so much t hat, says R a nda l l, “I ca n

of ten g ive you M DF ca bi net r y t hat i s a s good or even bet ter t ha n rea l wood at a por t ion of t he cost ” T h i s approach i ncrea ses you r opt ion s when on a budget a nd ma kes it a l it t le less pa i n f u l t o replace t hem later i f you remodel or i f you r st or age or st yle needs cha nge

R a nda l l prefers t hat you con su lt w it h a desig ner a s a fi rst step A good desig ner k nows what ca n a nd ca n’t be done, he says, u nder st a nds pr ici ng, a nd ca n produce t he det a i led tech n ica l d raw i ngs t hat t he woodworker needs

How long does it t a ke? “It t a kes t i me to bu i ld good q ua l it y ca bi net s, ” R a nda l l adv i ses, especia l ly i f t he woodworker i s i n dema nd Ex pect a n average of eight week s f rom t he fi rst meet i ng a nd mea su rement s to fi na l i n st a l lat ion woodworkandco com; conikstudios com

IT MAK ES THE CUT

J u st i n t i me t o m a k e per s o n a l iz ed g i f t s f o r t he h o l i da y s

Are you a diehard DIYer? This gadget’s for you! The Cricut Maker 3 cuts and prints on a vast range of materials, from paper and cardboard to vinyl and leather, including Cricut’s Smart Materials, which allow you to cut without a mat, so it’s easy to make long cuts and just load the machine and go! Use the Cricut to create custom cards, T shirts, stickers, labels, decals and more Videos on the company’s website and YouTube have tons of inspiring projects to get you started Plus, the Cricut Maker 3 comes with software that helps you design and edit your artwork on a variety of platforms like IOS and Windows Its only drawback is there are a lot of accessories, which can increase its initial cost From $530, Bureau en Gros, bureauengros com

P H O T O G R A

Choosi ng pa i nt colou rs is dau nt i ng T he opt ions a re pract ica l ly l i m it less We asked Cha rlotte Cosby, Fa r row & Ba l l’s Head of Creat ive, to demyst if y the process F rom ex per i ment i ng w ith da rker colou rs a nd nont rad it iona l appl ica t ions (hel lo, cei l i ngs!) to the th ree (yes, th ree!) approaches to choosi ng t r i m pa i nt , Cha rlotte’s ex per t adv ice ta kes the fea r factor out of th is f u nda menta l decorat i ng task

KL: Fa bric s or paint: what comes first?

CC: For me, b ot h have c ome fi rs t at s ome p oi nt T he mo s t s ucc e s s f u l s p ac e s i n my home a re projec t s where I’ve s t a r t e d w it h s omet h i ng I wa s re a l ly d raw n t o I n my ha l lway, it wa s a p a i nt c olou r: Ta i lor Tack I n my b e d ro om, it wa s a fa br ic: T he Wave i n M i nera l by L i n wo o d A nd i n my k it chen, it wa s t he t er ra zzo work t op by D ie s p ecker Bu i ld i ng you r s p ac e a rou nd s omet h i ng you love g ive s you a much h igher cha nc e of end i ng up w it h a whole ro om you love, t o o

KL: Do dark colours make small spaces feel smaller?

CC: T he key here i s remov i ng p oi nt s of c on t ra s t I f you u s e a bl ack on you r wa l l s w it h

KARL LOHNES

Charlotte Cosby

This Farrow & Ball expert shares her pro tips on colour.

It’s “lights out” in this dark and dreamy Hopper Head painted bedroom

Farrow & Ball’s Charlotte Cosby in her Templeton Pink kitchen

wh it e on t he c ei l i ng, you r eye s w i l l b e d raw n t o t he p oi nt where t he c olou rs me et , wh ich g ive s t he i mpre s s ion t he c ei l i ng i s clo s er t o you t ha n it i s However, i f you p a i nt t he c ei l i ng bl ack a s wel l (or a c olou r clo s e t o it), you r eye s c a n not i n s t a nt ly fi nd t he e dge s of t he ro om, g iv i ng t he i l lu s ion it’s l a rger t ha n it i s b ec au s e it app e a rs t o ke ep goi ng t h i s pr i nc iple appl ie s t o b ot h da rk a nd l ight c olou rs

KL: What do you think about focal walls in dramatic colours versus painting the whole room?

CC: I’m a big fa n of pa i nt i ng t he whole room, but t hat doe sn’t a lways work for ever yone Pa i nt i ng a si ngle wa l l ca n help focus at tent ion, del i neate a speci fic a rea a nd even cha nge t he shape of a space For exa mple, usi ng a da rk colou r on one of t he shor ter wa l l s i n a long wh ite room w i l l v i sua l ly br i ng t hat wa l l t owa rds you a nd ma ke t he room appea r sq ua rer How ever, i f t he i ssue i s need i ng t he con fidence t o use colou r, st a r t i n sma l l room s you don’t spend la rge a mou nt s of t i me i n, l i ke a bat h room or ha l lway You cou ld a l so t r y pa i nt i ng t he lower ha l f or t wo t h i rds of a wa l l a more d ra mat ic colou r, w it h a sof ter colou r on t op

KL: Many North American decorators paint trim white Is white the correc t choice or c a n alternative colours be used ? CC: T here a re t h re e way s of dec orat i ng when it c ome s t o t r i m, a nd I’ve u s e d a l l of t hem i n my home T he fi rs t , p a i nt i ng t hem wh it e, i s t he more t rad it iona l rout e It’s a cl a s s ic way of dec orat i ng t hat fe el s cle a n a nd f re sh, but it i s i mp or t a nt t o pick a wh it e t hat s u it s you r wa l l c olou r T he s ec ond i s t o go da rker t ha n t he wa l l c olou r, wh ich i s a sl ight ly u nex p ec t e d t w i s t [t hat’s s oph i s t ic at e d] a nd c a n m a ke a ro om s e em bigger a nd a i r ier b ec au s e t he l a rger s u r face of t he wa l l a b ove t he t r i m i s l ight er by c omp a r i s on L a s t ly, you c a n u s e t he s a me c olou r ever y where, wh ich br i ngs a s en s e of c a l m a nd s i mpl ic it y It’s a l s o ver y u s ef u l for h id i ng t r i m you ’ re not fond of!

KL: Should ceilings always be white?

What alternative colours might work?

CC: T he s i mple a n s wer i s no, not a lway s Us i ng t he r ight wh it e for you r s p ac e i s what’s i mp or t a nt We’re a ske d s o m a ny q ue s t ion s a b out wh ich wh it e t o u s e, we now det a i l t he p er fec t c omplement a r y wh it e for e ach of ou r c olou rs on t he b ack of ou r c olou r c a rd!

I n m a ny c a s e s, br i l l i a nt wh it e s o of t en a favou r it e c a n b e ja r r i ng ju x t ap o s e d w it h t he wa l l c olou r C ho o s i ng a c omplement a r y wh it e w i l l m a ke a huge d i f ferenc e For ex a m ple, i f you p a i nt you r wa l l s i n Templet on P i n k, S t i ra b out wou ld b e a p er fec t neut ra l for t he c ei l i ng You c a n a l s o b e more advent u rou s on a c ei l i ng, u s i ng t he s a me c olou r a s t he wa l l or a not her i n t he s a me t ona l ra nge My daugh t er ’ s ro om ha s t h ick P i n k D ra b s t r ip e s on t he c ei l i ng w it h Scho ol Hou s e W h it e wa l l s, m a k i ng t he ro om pl ay f u l a nd i nt ere s t i ng w it hout goi ng over t he t op

KL: Many Farrow & Ball colours are historical Why do they work so well a nd how c an they be used in modern interiors?

CC: T he t i n ie s t pi nch of bl ack g ive s ou r c olou rs t he mut e d, u nders t at e d lo ok a s s oc i at e d w it h h i s t or ic a l prop er t ie s T h i s g ive s t hem a n i n s t a nt level of fa m i l i a r it y a nd s of t ne s s t hat’s e a s y t o l ive w it h Colou r i s one of t he mo s t vers at i le element s of a ro om, s o h i s t or ic a l or ot her w i s e, t he s a me c olou r c a n lo ok ju s t a s go o d i n a t rad it iona l or mo der n i nt er ior It’s what you put w it h a c olou r a nd where you u s e it t hat m a ke s t he d i f ferenc e

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The two tone wall features Farrow & Ball’s Templeton Pink on the bottom and Stirabout on top

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From its divine fragrance to its lemonicious flavour, our Lemon & Vanilla Upside Down Cake is an easy crowd pleasing treat.

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I t wo n ’ t t a ke y o u l o n g t o wa r m u p t o a n e l e c t r i c fi r e p l a c e ! S i m p l e t o i n s t a l l a n d u s e , a n e l e c t r i c fi r e p l a c e i s a l s o a n e n v i r o n m e n t a l l y p o s i t i ve c h o i c e , s i n c e i t n e e d s n o wo o d o r g a s t o fu e l t h e fi r e . G e t a wa l l m o u n t e d m o d e l i f y o u wa n t t o t a ke i t w i t h y o u i f y o u m ove . I n t h e p a s t , p u r i s t s c r i t i c i z e d i t s u n r e a l i s t i c l o o k , b u t t e c h n o l o g y h a s va s t l y i m p r ove d t h e a p p e a r a n c e o f t h e “ f l a m e s ” a n d n ow a n e n t r a n c i n g f l i c ke

ON A PEDESTAL

These tables are the tops: super portable but so stylish they add a big accent despite their small size What powerful sidekicks!

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Hot Seat

It’s not the first time the design world has fallen for this slouchy wood and rattan, cane or rope lounge chair

Early and midcentury designers Hans Wegner and Pierre Jeanneret both had versions, and the chair has Japanese roots, too With or without arms, upholstered with a cushion or even as a rocker, this timeless classic is back on the scene

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C lo s e t o a c ent u r y on, t here have b e en over 2 0 0 m i l l ion Mok a s s old worldw ide a nd t he ic on ic fac et e d p ot c a n b e fou nd i n a n e s t i m at e d t h re e out of fou r It a l i a n hou s ehold s It ha s even e a r ne d a s p ot i n MoM A’s p er m a nent c ol lec t ion A ro a r i ng s ucc e s s, ye s, but a f t er a lu l l over t he p a s t dec ade due t o t he c onven ienc e of p o d s, s t ovet op e s pre s s o i s t ha n k f u l ly m a k i ng it s m a rk onc e aga i n a s a favou r it e da i ly r it ua l of t he c of fe e c o g no sc ent i

W h i le we ’ re fa n s of t he hef t a nd for m of t he t rad it iona l Mok a p ot no fl i m s y lo ok a l i ke s for u s m ajor de s ig n bra nd s have s t epp e d up w it h t hei r t a ke on t h i s s t ovet op wonder Wor t hy opt ion s a b ou nd, f rom S t el t on ’ s D a n i sh m at t e bl ack low key lo ok t o t he more i s more eye c at ch i ng c u r ve s a nd l ip s t ick re d ha nd le of t he P u lc i na D e s ig ne d by M ichele de Lucch i a s a c ol l a b b et we en t ho s e ot her It a l i a n he av y h it t ers, A le s s i a nd I l lyc a f fè, t he P u lc i na i s a l re ady a fave A f t er a l l, who s ay s you shou ld n’t s t a r t you r day w it h a s ex y e s pre s s o?

ELEGANCE EPITOMIZED

T he s y m met r y of t he hu r r ic a ne l a nt er n s on t he he a r t h, t he c r y s t a l c a nd le s t ick s on t he m a nt el a nd t he p a i r of uphol s t ere d ot t om a n s s u it s t he refi nement t hat t h i s t ra d it iona l fi repl ac e ex ude s Acc ent s w it h c u r v y a nd s t ra ight e dge s ke ep t he mo o d l ight a nd fem i n i ne

MINIMALIST WARMTH

C le a n l i ne s a nd a p a re d b ack p a let t e a re key t o t h i s ae s t het ic t hat , t hough d i sc ipl i ne d, i s a l s o i nv it i ngly wa r m T he ver t ic a l l i ne s of t he fi reb ox a re b a l a nc e d by t he long hor i zont a l s of t he t a ble Fau x f u r, g re ener y a nd nat u ra l fi bre s (wo o d, l i nen a nd woven s) en s u re c om for t a nd a c on nec t ion t o nat u re

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A Nest

for Guests

Style at Home contributor Karl Lohnes shares his tips for creating a welcoming guest room

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The best guest rooms emulate a hotel experi ence in that they are functional, welcoming and designed for comfort Think of what a guest might need, like extra blankets, a place to stash their suitcase, and little touches, too, like water on the night table Double duty furniture like an upholstered storage bench gives you a spot for guest linens and your guest a place to sit

Guest rooms are great for overflow storage when not in use, but don’t go overboard and hog all the space! Here, the top two dresser drawers are left empty for guests, while the bottom drawers hold out of season clothes

“You can be a bit more free in your decorating, since guest rooms aren’t used as much as other parts of the house.”

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The Home Office

“I really like the idea of a multifunctional room that’s an office during the day, but serves other needs after work hours,” says designer Jacinthe Leroux She likes wall beds that, although not a new solution, are enjoying a renaissance thanks to improved models that suit all budgets and styles “Some even house super practical stor age for the duvet and pillows,” she says, adding that if you go this route, leave the centre of the room unobstructed so you don’t have to move heavy furniture to access the bed In Jacinthe’s design, she added wallpaper in the niche, so that when the bed is lowered there’s a surprise of colour and pattern that also visually acts like a headboard Additional add ons could include LED lighting or a mirror

SOLUTION 1

No guest room? No problem

Designer Jacinthe Leroux’s ingenious floor plans will help you make your guests feel right at home in a space you already have.

Living Room

When you don’t have a separate extra room, guests often end up sleeping in the living room But if you frequently host visitors from out of town, it’s worth the expense to create custom solu tions to make the space more comfy Jacinthe designed a fantastic two level living room that includes a concealed bed, which rolls out from under an elevated platform “This type of layout is easier to build than it looks,” says Jacinthe “It’s the flooring that will be the biggest expense The combo sofa/bed platform can be made with rela tively inexpensive materials, such as plywood, and then you add a real mattress on top ” Another plus of this solution is that the new two level floor plan transforms the room into a multifunctional space for the homeowner on a daily basis, as the upper level makes an ideal office area or reading zone

If you don’t have adequate ceiling height for a second level or you live in a rental, a top quality sofa bed is your best friend Test it in store: Does it open and close easily? Is it comfortable to both sit on and lie down on? Add a cushy mattress topper and high quality bedding, and guests will feel cared for and comfortable

SOLUTION

get your dining room dressed for dinner

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A l ayere d l ight i ng pl a n (me a n i ng l ight s ou rc e s at va r iou s height s) i s t he b e s t way t o br i ng a wa r m glow t o you r d i n ner p a r t ie s P ut you r overhe ad fi x t u re on a d i m mer fi ne re s t au ra nt s a lway s d i m t he l ight s b ec au s e fo o d a nd p e ople lo ok b e s t u nder s of t , low l ight i ng Nex t , c on s ider add i ng sc onc e s t o t he d i n i ng ro om or even a t a ble l a mp on you r s er ver A c a ndel a bra or a c ol lec t ion of pi l l a r c a nd le s i n c yl i nder gl a s s e s, s a fely pl ac e d on a s ec onda r y t a ble or b a r c a r t , w i l l not on ly prov ide b e aut i f u l l ight but a

STYLING TIPS

• Cushy pillows make wooden benches and chairs extra comfy, and add pattern and colour

• Don’t be afraid to mix dish patterns Use varying shades of one colour to tie your table setting together

• Keep flowers simple, especially if you are crunched for time

Try sprigs of greenery, berries or all one type of flower

• Hang a mirror to reflect light and visually expand a small dining room

• Choose low floral arrangements for formal dinner parties

For buffet style dinners, a large pitcher full of flowers on a sideboard makes a statement

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(not show n) a re brought i n f rom t he ne a rby l iv i ng a re a t o s er ve a s he ad of t a ble cha i rs when g ue s t s out nu m b er d i n i ng cha i rs I love cha i rs t hat do dou ble dut y i n l iv i ng a nd d i n i ng ro om s no ne e d for fold i ng cha i rs for ex t ra s e at i ng ever aga i n A lt er nat ively, s ome s p ac e s c r y out for b ench s e at i ng I fi nd t hat a bu i lt i n b a nq uet t e i s t he c om fi e s t way t o d i ne Plu s, you c a n u s ua l ly s q ue eze i n (at le a s t!) one more g ue s t on a b ench T here a re s o m a ny re ady m ade uphol s t ere d b enche s now, it’s e a s y t o m i m ic t he s nug a nd s u mpt uou s fe el i ng of you r favou r it e c a fé i n a s nap!

MARTHA UNIACKE BREEN

When the temperature dips, nothing beats curling up by a fire in a room that exudes coziness Melanie Hay, designer of this elegant but relaxed open concept space, shares her advice on decorating for warmth

Comforting

THOUGHTS

NO MUSS, NO FUSS This liv ing room is elegant enough for entertaining, but there’s nothing that’s too delicate, fussy or hard to clean Spills can be wiped from most sur faces; pillows are washable or easily replaced; and, with a toddler in the house, almost nothing is breakable “When you come home, you want to be able to relax, kick off your shoes, put your feet up and not have to worry about the furniture,” advises designer

Melanie Hay

SOFT & SOOTHING Earthy, natural tones and textures make a room feel instantly familiar, cozy and inviting Take your colour cues from nature cinnamon, terracotta, stone, wood, sand, mossy green, even sky blue Texture is also key to this room’s comfort: the nubby feel of the throw and rug; the comfy upholstered armchairs; the subtle veining of the coffee table’s marble top For a final touch, piles of toss cushions in a spectrum of earthy colours bring even more texture in materials like velvet, silk, cot ton, linen and wool

MILLER

A COLOURFUL LIFE “Don’t be afraid to put colour on your walls I’ve come to realize there are a lot of nuances in colourful walls,” says Melanie In this case, the choice of painting the upper walls in a sophisticated linen shade with a slightly darker greige for the wainscot and woodwork raises the pro file of the trim and imparts a romantic old world feeling Says Melanie: “It also helps to bring the whole room together, even though there is a lot going on here ”

LAYERS OF MEANING Think in terms of layering Melanie tossed pillows and a nubby throw onto the sofa; devised soft but neatly proportioned treatments for the windows and sliding door; and added layers of lighting “You need overhead lighting, but shaded lamps for different areas are important, too, for task lighting and to create zones,” she says “A second chandelier over the dining table would have been too much, so we added wall sconces instead, which makes the dining area feel like its own space ”

the beginning, visualize how you want the space to feel and use that vision to guide every decorating decision you make.”

BLUE MOOD

Is there any colour more calming than blue? We love how light blue walls evoke a far off horizon, perhaps where sea and sky meet Blue is ideal in a bedroom, of course, but we think a living room painted pale blue is the perfect place to relax with a good book Here, we’ve warmed the scene with woodsy elements and added touches of black that pop in the soft palette for the right mix of modern and serene

A perennial favourite, blue is chic, serene and always in style

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NOVEMBER

RE S TOR ATIVE MOMENTS

As the days grow shorter, we can feel the weight of winter descending For some, that’s a struggle But consider that November also ushers in nature’s restful season. Our current love affair with interiors rich in texture and draped in soothing earthy palettes is in sync with this month’s quiet mood Light the candles, brew a cup of something warm and snuggle up Make time to read, rest and reflect It’s only natural!

It’s not ever y day t hat Avenue D e s ig n pr i nc ip a l E va He a ly get s a n a s s ig n ment l i ke t h i s: a s prawl i ng t h re e level p ent hou s e at op a ch ic b out iq ue hot el w it h bre at ht a k i ng v iew s of Toront o f rom dou ble height w i ndow s a nd it s ow n ro of t op t er rac e T he cha l lenge wa s t o u n it e her cl ient s ’ d i s p a rat e t a s t e s: h i s le a n t owa rd sle ek a nd mo der n wh i le she prefers s of t , e a r t hy t ex t u re s a nd t one s E va ’ s fi x wa s t o i nt ro duc e a n a bu nda nc e of wo o d s, s t one a nd ot her nat u ra l t ex t u re s i nt o a l ight a nd br ight s et t i ng, a nd t hen add a bit of e dge w it h bl ack a nd wh it e Hot el ch ic never felt s o homey!

OPPOSITE The simple act of painting the window mullions black instantly turns a classic city view into framed Cubist art; soft curves in the lines of the dining furniture and whimsical pendant light form a counterpoint to the vertical linearity of the cityscape

THIS PAGE The couple entertain frequently, so the top floor loft is designed with happy hour in mind (with ample room for extra storage high above) The owner is a party supply entrepreneur, so the bar area, with its inte grated shelf, was designed to display some of his inventions, including a sabre that slices off champagne corks and the crowd pleasing “shot ski,” a ski that serves multiple shots simultaneously À votre santé!

D E S I G N , Eva Healy, Avenue Design PostKrisi Suspension P E N DA N T L I G H T in White, Lightform WA L L PA I N T (throughout), Chantilly Lace OC 65, Benjamin Moore

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T, Aquavato

Designer Eva Healy elevates a three level hotel penthouse that’s home base for two globe trotting professionals

MARTHA UNIACKE BREEN | PHOTOGRAPHY ALEX LUKEY

CHRISTINE HANLON & AVENUE DESIGN

ALL ABOUT OPENING UP RATHER THAN KEEPING EVERYTHING ENCLOSED AND BOXY.”

THIS PAGE Eva wanted to capitalize on all the light flooding in through the giant windows, so the emphasis in the main living area was on keeping things open and uncluttered, with lots of white punctuated by black and accents of leather and wood The fireplace wall is a natural focal point “We wanted to create an asymmetrical look on either side of the fireplace,” Eva explains Ceiling height storage behind black doors keeps clutter out of sight; on the other side (opposite top left) is a dry bar and a place for art and display pieces The hearth is finished in millwork with a delicate reeded texture

“IN THE LIVING ROOM, THE EMPHASIS WAS ON A LIGHT AND AIRY FEELING AND THE AMAZING VIEW.”

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ABOVE Space is at a premium in the principal bedroom, so each piece serves a particular function Rather than night tables, a built in wall unit features recesses on each side for holding a book or reading glasses Touch latch doors on cabinets below the recessed areas provide even more built in storage Slim hanging pin lights with bright LEDs replace bedside lamps

RIGHT The floating vanity table has a central section that lifts up to reveal a large lighted mirror and storage for lotions and potions The three sided fireplace adds to the spa like feel of the room From the bedroom side, the transparent feature allows long views to the far end of the ensuite; from the bath side, light from the bedroom’s windows pours in

OPPOSITE Soft white draperies reduce light and add a little privacy when guests are visiting, since, on this side the second floor bedroom is open to the living room below Eva opted for an upholstered bed “Not only do they make a nice contrast when there are a lot of hard surfaces like the built ins behind the bed, but they’re practical,” she says “There’s less risk of bruising your knees or toes ” The chaise at the end of the bed makes a nice perch from which to gaze out and contemplate the view

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“THEY TRAVEL REGULARLY BETWEEN VANCOUVER AND TORONTO, BUT ALSO ALL OVER THE WORLD, SO THEY WANTED TO CREATE THEIR OWN HOTEL SUITE IN THEIR HOME.”

“THE GIANT ROUND TUB IS THE CENTREPIECE OF THE WHOLE ROOM, SO WE PUT IT ON A PLATFORM TO MAKE IT EVEN MORE IMPORTANT!”

OPPOSITE

grained porcelain wall

give the ensuite the feeling of a calming Zenlike spa

The oversize tub is roomy enough for two or to stretch out your legs for a long soli tary soak Its imposing round shape sets up a theme of sorts in the bath, echoed in the roundness of the shower fixtures the concrete vanity sinks and the globes in the modern light fixture

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the vanity area; the sconces adjust to provide a focused light or a warm glow

CHALET STYLE

TEXT BETHANY LYTTLE PHOTOGRAPHY PATRICK BILLER

LEFT A big round coffee table with a woven finish multiplies the room’s textures, which include soft bouclé on the armchairs and the warm fibres of a wool rug The home’s architecture may be contem porary, but the wrought iron railings and reclaimed beam construction make it look like a rustic mountain retreat

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rom t he out s ide, t h i s newly bu i lt home w it h it s cle a n l i ne s lo ok s not h i ng l i ke a n a lpi ne cha let But s t ep i n s ide a nd t he mou nt a i n v iew s f rom t he s o a r i ng w i ndow s le ave l it t le dou bt t hat , i nde e d, we ’ re i n O nt a r io sk i c ou nt r y W hen de s ig ner L i nd s ay Men s met t he fa m i ly of fou r who’d s p end w i nt er hol iday s here, she k new a lo dge i n s pi re d i nt er ior wa s a mu s t “ T he cha l lenge wa s how t o br i ng l ayers of c oz i ne s s i nt o s uch a c ont emp ora r y s p ac e, ” s ay s L i nd s ay “ I wa nt e d t hem t o t uck i n at n ight fe el i ng homey, but I d id n’t wa nt t he lo ok t o b e r u s t ic Plu s, t hey’re a lway s hav i ng f r iend s w it h k id s over, s o t h i ngs had t o b e f u nc t ion fi rs t a nd du ra ble ” Here’s how L i nd s ay endowe d t he c old we at her get away w it h a cha let ch ic i nt er ior t hat rad i at e s aprè s sk i wa r mt h a nd f u r n i sh i ngs wor t hy of t he f u n fi l le d chao s of p o s t dow n h i l l dow nt i me

BELOW Guests (and there are plenty of them!) arrive via the home’s old meets new entryway “Sure, the sconces, mirror and floor ing are brand new, but adding this antique credenza and armchair warms the space and makes it more welcoming,” says Lindsay

RIGHT Lindsay opted for a woodsy wildlife patterned wallpaper for the main floor bathroom “It was a pricey endeavour, but so worth it because it gives that room so much personality,” she says Equally com pelling is the black and white penny round tile floor The custom vanity was fashioned from a reclaimed beam

“The wildlife wallpaper in the main floor powder room is our way of having a little fun.”

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rug and

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to do a lot of work when it came to mood

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“A er skiing with friends all day, story swapping unfolds over dinner at the long dining table.”

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“The mudroom is where friends enter après ski, so stone floors and a rug that wears like iron are a must.”

“The canopy bed is right at home beneath high ceilings, and its finish reinforces the theme of wrought iron throughout the house,” says

paired the new bed with vintage items, such as the bench at its

and the clients’ vintage antler collection “We went for full broadloom

the floors, since this is a winter

art and big draperies invite ease and relaxation.”

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t had a lot of prom i s e, ” s ay s de s ig ner a nd St yle at Home c olu m n i s t S a m a nt ha P y n n, rec a l l i ng t he fi rs t t i me she s aw t he 1,10 0 s q ua re fo ot c ondo she wou ld end up buy i ng “I l i ke d t he l ight a nd love d t hat t he 19 5 0 s bu i ld i ng wa s s u r rou nde d by wh it e hyd ra ngea I have a t h i ng for flowers ” So much s o t hat her d i n i ng a re a fe at u re s a c on s ole s p ec i a l ly de s ig nat e d for flower a r ra ng i ng a nd d i s pl ay T h i s b e s p oke add it ion wa s p a r t of a bigger reno t hat i nclude d g ut t i ng t he or ig i na l b at h ro om, repl ac i ng da m age d p a rq uet t h roughout a nd re doi ng t he k it chen T he fi n i she d s p ac e ha s a f re sh pre s enc e awa sh i n s o ot h i ng c olou rs, en l ivene d by t ex t u re s a nd i nv igorat e d w it h s oph i s t ic at e d t we a k s Mo s t i mp or t a nt , it’s a pl ac e S a m love s “ My home fe el s p e ac ef u l w it h l it t le flou r i she s of gl a m, ” she s ay s “ It m a ke s me c a l m a nd happy a nd g ive s me ro om t o bre at he ”

Designer Samantha Pynn’s deep love of flowers inspires a perfectly pretty reno of her Toronto home

TEXT CHRISTY WRIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY VIRGINIA MACDONALD

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Blueberry Muffin, designer Samantha Pynn’s adorable kitty, likes to sit atop the dining room’s custom console, which houses vases along with linens from Sam’s HomeSense collection The wood doors mimic the pale oak flooring to strengthen the room’s airy, open look Samantha topped the console with the same porce lain she used in the kitchen for continuity The round table (a secondhand find) is a nice coun terpoint to the square space, while the velvet upholstered bench is a deliberate departure from the rest of the palette “I felt like I was going a bit safe with all the whites and linens, so I chose a velvety coral pink,” she says “It’s a gorgeous colour and I love how the floral artwork softens it a bit ”

COLOUR PLAY

“The kitchen counters and backsplash are showstoppers!” says Samantha “The colours are just so nuanced: sand, lavender, grey and soft white And the veining is just right not too heavy and definitely not faint ” Painting the lower cabinets deep purple grey is more than a perfect complement to the veining “Keeping everything all white would have felt too light This dark colour helps anchor the space,” says Sam The cabinets, with Ð inch frames, are a modern take on a classic Shaker style door and feature brushed gold pulls purchased from an all female owned business A caned front cabinet over the fridge is a warm and textured foil to stainless steel and a nifty nod to the dining chairs “My faucet is brushed nickel because I like to mix metals ”

“The tiny pitcher is from my parents’ Royal Doulton set. My father won it for my mother in a charity raffle when I was s even. It always makes me smile.”

FINE BALANCE

“I designed new panel moulding that my friend and contractor Janos Nagy masterfully installed on the living room walls,” says Samantha “It’s actually painted MDF but looks like it’s always belonged in the building ” As well as adding depth, the moulding informed the room’s symmetrical layout Deep, comfy sofas face off across a secondhand table given new life by replating its stainless steel frame in antique brass and painting the wood top Sculptural lamps lend a bit of edge, and the plum, rose and camel cush ions lighten the presence of the teak credenza The faux linen oatmeal drapes have a subtle plum under tone that tightens the mix of colours and textures “The room is set up for entertaining, but also lounging,” says Samantha “The sofas are so comfy It’s a great space to nap or read a book ”

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“The new stacked crown moulding is one of my favourite details. It ’ s tricked many design friends who think it ’ s original.”

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tell, flowers make me

ROMANTIC FASHION

Samantha transformed the bedroom into a dreamy retreat with gorgeous hues, all fortified by lovely textures A zigzag rug imparts edge to the floral bedding from Sam’s collection, and the wood side table introduces an organic element The makeup vanity is an old piece she had refinished; its prettiness is played up by the pale pink mirror and lamp The tiny bath room is big on details but not too big! “Originally, I was going to go with black and white floor tiles, but they were too high contrast I’m glad I went with warm grey,” says Sam The tiled wall provides a neutral background that pattern pops against, and Sam makes the most of it “I wanted to be able to change the look of the bathroom with a different shower curtain and linens,” she says, adding that the brass and fun light bring “just a little bit of glam ”

THE ART OF LIFE

Saturated colours and a jaw dropping art collection give vibrancy to a contemporary new build

The dining area’s heirloom rug, from the owners’ previous home, informed much of the colour palette, including the chairs and the sophisticated hand dipped drapery “The rug’s pale brick colour is a nod to the room’s stronger reds and a transition to the softer corals and persimmons found in the living room,” says Beth Lowenfeld The kitchen’s energetic blue cabinetry picks up on the rug’s pattern and references Lake Ontario, which can be seen from the window

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t shou ld c ome a s no s u r pr i s e t hat d ra m at ic c olou r wa s t he ju mpi ng of f p oi nt for t h i s v i bra nt Toront o re s idenc e “ T he home ow ners had s e en a n a r t icle fe at u r i ng one of ou r de s ig n s, a n i nt en s ely de ep t e a l b at h ro om, a nd were at t rac t e d t o ou r b old u s e of c olou r, ” s ay s Bet h L owen feld, fou nder a nd pr i nc ip a l of Fou r Block s Sout h, who, i n t a ndem w it h de s ig n d i rec t or L e a h Sha n non, cha rge d t h i s cle a n l i ne d, 3,0 0 0 s q ua re fo ot s p ac e w it h v iv id wa r mt h T he ow ners, a ret i re d c ouple dow n s i z i ng f rom a t rad i t iona l home, wa nt e d a pl ac e where t hey c ou ld showc a s e t hei r ex t en s ive a r t c ol lec t ion, welc ome t hei r k id s a nd g ra nd k id s, a nd where t hey c ou ld age w it h e a s e (t he home fe at u re s a n eleva t or a nd whe elcha i r w ide do or way s) Not on ly do e s the prag matic desig n account for ag i ng, it a l so si ngs w ith eclecticism, tha n ks, i n pa r t, to the desig ners ’ focus on tra nsi tiona l style one that spi ns modern i n a sof t way Lea h says: “We melded the home’s contempora r y a rchitectura l features w ith the couple’s love of traditiona l element s, a nd the resu lt is a cool aes thetic that doesn’t rel i nq uish com for t or colour ”

“THE OPEN, AIRY FEELING OF THE MAIN SPACES GAVE US LOTS OF OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY WITH LIGHT AND COLOUR IN UNEXPECTED WAYS.” Beth Lowenfeld

OPPOSITE Designers Beth Lowenfeld and Leah Shannon designed an ingenious installa tion of staggered glass panels that are suspended from the ceiling They obscure the view from the street into the home, affording a bit of privacy while acting like a colourful art installa tion “It’s our contemporary take on traditional stained glass,” says Beth “On sunny days, different colours cascade across the expansive ceilings and walls, which we intentionally kept bright and white to showcase the changing hues

porcelain backsplash

“We wanted something with movement that was evocative of the stone cliffs off the nearby lake,” says Beth “This slab offered the perfect mix of smoky blues, stony neutrals and rusty reds

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THESE PAGES The architect’s chevron wood ceiling in the liv ing room inspired Leah and Beth to incorporate wall treatments of white oak veneer and mini slats The custom made furniture is clean lined but not über contemporary “The pieces have a softer, rounded shape that is in keeping with the owners’ love of transitional style,” says Beth The space is a favourite spot for both family and friends

“THE OWNERS ARE AVID READERS, SO WE ENSURED THERE WERE LOTS OF COMFY SPOTS TO CURL UP WITH A BOOK.” Beth Lowenfeld

The custom designed walnut veneer and white oak console offers easy access to books, a surface for charging devices, and a perch for beautiful Porta Romana lamps “We wanted an area to feature these,” says Leah “We love how they provide mood lighting and illumi nation for reading but don’t obstruct the view into the room

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ABOVE & OPPOSITE Beth (left) and Leah in the home’s front entrance atrium, which features integrated bookshelves They staggered the artwork salon style throughout all three levels of the space, adding colour and interest that’s picked up in the patterned indoor/outdoor rug The white oak bench is a modern take on a traditional silhouette

RIGHT The lower level home office/library has a punchy tomato red sofa from the owners’ previous home The designers contrasted it with another intense shade of blue that makes the colourful art even more lively The custom cushions are a fresh contrast and were inspired by the palettes of the artwork

“IT’S AN OPEN CONCEPT HOME BUT THERE ARE STILL LITTLE COZY SPACES WHERE YOU CAN SECRET YOURSELF AWAY.” Leah Shannon

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LEFT The guest bathroom delights with bespoke details, including a cus tom linen cupboard that’s finished with a variation of the slat design wood seen throughout the home The soft green tiles work well with the neutral wood, while the pendant light adds some whimsy “This design provides space for a guest to make themselves at home,” says Beth “And if, in future, a live in caregiver is required, this would be their bathroom

THIS PAGE The designers had found a showstopper floral fabric years ago and were waiting for the right place to use it “We just knew it would be per fect in the primary bedroom, so we used it for a quilt and pillows,” says Beth The hand dipped drapes recall those in the dining area but in a differ ent shade “They’re canary yellow like the sunrise that’s visible from the bed

RIGHT A fresh but subdued wall colour keeps the interesting fabrics and art work the stars “This paint colour is a favourite of ours,” says Leah “It’s the perfect blue green, but also quite neu tral and very watery, which seemed appropriate for the home’s lake set ting ” The designers chose art from the owners’ collection that would particu larly complement the room’s scheme Custom made bedside tables provide closed and open storage

“THE OWNERS HAVE A NATURAL INSTINCT FOR UPBEAT COLOURS, AND THEIR BRIGHT, SUNNY BEDROOM REFLECTS THAT.”

Beth Lowenfeld

Custom

“HANDMADE FOGO ISLAND QUILTS LAYER IN THE OWNERS’ LOVE OF THE EAST COAST.” Leah Shannon

BELOW Known as the home’s “multi purpose” room, this blue beauty acts as a meditation space and home office for one of the owners, as well as a guest room and play area for the grandchildren The built in daybed is flanked by more bookshelves A wall dressed in dreamy cloud print wallpa per fulfills the owner’s desire for a serene feel

RIGHT, TOP & BOTTOM Watery blue handmade tiles create calm in the pri mary bathroom, where a freestanding tub sits on soft blue penny rounds “The bathtub was a super important decision for this house,” says Leah “The home owners love to take baths and wanted something deep with a substantial edge to grasp and sit on for easier access in future ” The custom made vanity has an upper ledge that holds everyday items; it’s the same white oak used elsewhere in the house for thoughtful flow

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Understanding the intricate nuances of spices is fundamental to successful Indian cuisine, says Arvinda Chauhan, who, with daughter Preena Chauhan (shown above), walks you through how to prepare easy everyday and special occasion dishes in their new cookbook, New Indian Basics These recipes will give you a taste of what you’ll find in a book that’s sure to be a kitchen staple for those who love Indian cuisine

G ING E R S PICE D MASAL A CHAI

MAKES 2 CUPS

1¼ cups cold filtered water

1 tbsp black loose leaf tea

1 tsp Perfumy Chai Masala (recipe, page 94)

¾ cup 2% or whole (3 25%) milk

1 tbsp raw cane sugar, or to taste (optional)

½ tsp shredded gingerroot

I n a me d iu m pot, br i ng t he wat er t o a rol l i ng boi l Add t he t ea a nd cha i ma s a la a nd boi l for a couple of m i nut e s t o i n f u se t he s pice s i nt o t he t ea

Add the mi l k, suga r a nd g i ngerroot Bri ng the tea back up to a boi l a nd si m mer unti l the tea is the colour of ca ra mel Stra i n i nto a teapot or teacups; ser ve hot w ith a n I ndia n br unch, a savour y snack, biscuit, or as desser t!

B E SAN PU DL A

MAKES 12 PANCAKES

1 cup chickpea flour (gram flour or besan), sifted

½ cup rice flour, sifted

½ cup fine semolina (suji)

3 eggs

1⅔ cups water

2 tsp coriander powder

1¾ tsp sea salt, or to taste

1 tsp cumin powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

½ tsp Indian chili powder

2 cups finely chopped kale

1 cup finely chopped onions

¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

1 (to 2) small green chilies, finely chopped, to taste

Sunflower oil, for shallow frying

I n a la rge bowl, com bi ne t he flou rs a nd semo l i na I n a sepa rat e, me d iu m bowl, wh i sk t he eggs, t hen add t he wat er a nd s t i r i n t he cor ia n der, s a lt, c u m i n, t u r mer ic a nd ch i l i powder Add t he egg m i x t u re t o t he flou r m i x t u re a nd wh i sk t oget her t o ma ke a smoot h bat t er Add t he ka le, on ion s, ci la nt ro a nd g reen ch i l ie s M i x t o com bi ne

I n a la rge non s t ick sk i l let on me d iu m h igh heat, heat 1 t o 2 t ea s poon s of t he oi l a nd coat t he pa n even ly En s u re t he sk i l let i s hot, t hen add ½ c up of t he pa nca ke bat t er t o t he hot sk i l let a nd s pread out t h i n ly a nd even ly u si ng t he back of a s poon Cook for a couple of m i nut e s, u nt i l t he e dge s of t he pa nca ke become f r i l ly a nd c r i s py F l ip a nd cook on t he ot her side u nt i l golden brow n, t hen t ra n sfer t he pa nca ke t o a plat e Cont i nue w it h t he rema i n i ng bat t er u nt i l a l l t he pa nca ke s a re cooke d

GINGER SPICED MASALA CHAI

“Many of the recipes in this cookbook are some of our most loved family recipes taught in our cooking classes, while others were inspired by our travels . ”

Preena Chauhan

salt

2 tbsp pure maple syrup

mint, for garnish

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TAN DOORI MARINADE S PICE B LE N D

MAKES Ð CUP

2 tbsp sweet paprika 1½ tbsp coriander powder

1 tbsp garam masala

1 tbsp Kashmiri chili powder 2 tsp Indian chili powder 2 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp amchoor

I n a la rge mor t a r a nd pe s t le or me d iu m bowl, place a l l t he i ng re d ient s a nd m i x u nt i l t he s pice blend i s u n i for m

Store the Ta ndoori Ma ri nade Spice Blend i n a st a i n less steel cont a i ner or a n a i r tight ja r for up to 12 months, keepi ng it i n a cool, da rk place

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Whole Spices

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fennel seeds

whole cloves

whole mace pieces

black peppercorns

white peppercorns

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1 whole nutmeg

Ground Spice

1½ tbsp ginger powder

Toast the whole spices: Heat a sma l l sk i l let t o me d iu m h igh a nd add a l l t he whole s pice s

Usi ng a woo den s poon, gent ly s t i r t he s pice s u nt i l t hey become sl ight ly golden brow n a nd f rag ra nt You ca n a l so hold t he ha nd le of t he sk i l let t o gent ly t o s s t he s pice s u nt i l t hey become t oa s t e d T h i s may t a ke a couple of m i nut e s, but t he rea l i nd icat or i s when t he ca rda mom po d s sl ight ly s wel l

Remove t he whole s pice s f rom t he heat O nce t hey cool, place t hem i n a me d iu m or la rge heav y mor t a r a nd pe s t le, a nd g r i nd i nt o a fi ne powder A lt er nat ively, g r i nd t he s pice s i n a clea n cof fee g r i nder on t he fi ne s t set t i ng

Blend in the ground spice: Sti r i n the g i nger powder unti l the cha i masa la is uni form Store t he cha i masa la i n a st a i n less steel cont a i ner or a n a i r tight ja r a nd keep it i n a cool, da rk place For opti ma l flavour, use w ithi n 9 months

CHOCOL ATE OR ANG E & VANILL A CAR DAMOM BAR FI

MAKES 16 TO 20 PIECES

¼ cup ghee

½ cup icing sugar

1½ cups whole (3 25%) milk powder

¼ cup half and half (10%) cream

¼ cup almond flour

½ tsp green cardamom seeds, finely ground

¾ tsp pure vanilla extract

1 tbsp finely slivered pistachios, for garnish

Chocolate Topping

3½ oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped

3½ oz milk chocolate, chopped

1 tbsp salted butter

2 tbsp half and half (10%) cream

1 tsp orange blossom water

L i ne a n 8 i nch d ia met er, 1 i nch deep s t a i n le s s s t eel plat e w it h pa rch ment paper Set a side I n a large nonstick skil let on medium low heat, melt the ghee Stir in the icing sugar to combine Si f t i n t he m i l k powder a nd m i x t o com bi ne Add t he c rea m, a l mond flou r, ca rda mom a nd va n i l la a nd s t i r so a l l t he i ng re d ient s become u n i for m Remove t he ba r fi f rom t he pa n, a nd once it i s cool enough t o ha nd le, k nead it w it h you r ha nd s so a l l t he m i x t u re come s t oget her

P re s s t he ba r fi i nt o t he prepa re d plat e a nd smoot h it out i nt o a n even layer You ca n u se t he bot t om of a sma l l s t a i n le s s s t eel bowl or kat or i or a s pat u la t o compre s s t he m i x t u re fi r m ly i nt o t he plat e

Chocolate Topping

Melt t he chocolates usi ng a dou ble boi ler Once t he choc ol at e i s s mo ot h a nd melt e d, s t i r i n t he butter Add the crea m a nd ora nge blossom water a nd sti r to com bi ne T he chocolate top pi ng shou ld be glo s s y

Usi ng a s pat u la, layer t he chocolat e t oppi ng on t op of t he ba r fi a nd smoot h it out even ly Spr i n k le on t he pi s t ach io s t o ga r n i sh Ref r iger at e for at lea s t 4 hou rs or over n ight

Cut the ba r fi i nto 1¼ i nch sq ua res or dia mond shapes For a bite size ba r fi, cut the sq ua res i nto 1 i nch pieces Ser ve as a decadent treat!

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