A Perfect Union of Esthetic Beauty and Eco-Friendly Design

Esthetics Meet Innovation in this Modern Oakville Marvel By Laurie Wallace-Lynch Nestled on a quiet street in on of Oakville’s established neighbourhoods, this modern, 4,400 square foot eco-friendly home is cleverly designed to blend seamlessly into the well-established, upscale neighbourhood just off Lakeshore Road. Modern dark and light finishes combine …

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Holiday fabrics and fun Inspired to update your home for the holidays and beyond? Your creative options are limitless thanks to the astounding array of wallpaper and fabric patterns available at Spoonflower.com, created by the world’s creatives. Spoonflower is a global marketplace connecting makers and consumers with artists worldwide. The …

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Remote chic Today, designing a space for remote work is more necessary than ever. Knoll has teamed up with Denmark-based design brand Muuto to launch a Scandinavian-styled work from home line of furniture, lighting and accessories. Knoll.com   Timeless design of Eames This year marks the 70th anniversary of the …

Brian Gluckstein: On design in the COVID era

By: Lisa Evans Since March, the home has become the place for work, study, dining, fitness, entertaining and well, just about everything. Spending more time at home than ever before has caused many of us to look at our homes through a new lens and wonder whether it’s time to …

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Patio kitchens Mix up a drink or toss together some garden greens with the newest trend in patio design – outdoor counters. Introduced in 2020 by Hauser, the simple design enables running water by easily hooking up to the garden hose. Hauserstores.com     Java jolt Whip up a specialty …

Landscape: Nitetime Décor

Into the night An outdoor paradise should be enjoyed long after the sun goes down which is why lighting is so essential. A gorgeous landscape design can be as functional and beautiful in the late hours of night as it is during daylight. With strategic use of lights beautiful architectural …

Landscape: Gelderman

Classic contemporary design This newly renovated Burlington home needed a refreshed landscape to complement its stunning new look. Having sold their cottage, the homeowners wanted to extend the living space to the outdoors by creating an oasis for relaxing and entertaining from morning to night. The new design made such …

Landscape: Cedar Springs

Lakefront beauty Lakefront living is easy at this custom built home in Burlington that mixes modern architectural features with traditional plantings for a gorgeous setting along the shores Lake Ontario.   Stunning entrance The beautifully designed wood sliding gate and custom natural stone wall complements the home’s stunning architecture and …

Capra’s Kitchen at home

Chef Massimo Capra invites us for a personal tour of his newly renovated home By Laurie Wallace-Lynch Ever wonder what the home kitchen of a famous chef looks like? Chef Massimo Capra, famed restauranteur and celebrity judge on TV cooking shows Chopped and Wall of Chefs invited us to his …