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Who are you? Kathleen Yamazaki What have you done for us lately? I visited Queen East to update the neighbour-hood’s 31 listings (p. 57). I felt like a kid in a candy store. I especially loved Little House in the City. Not only do they sell sustainable giftware, they also have workshops on topics like how to raise backyard chickens.What one design object would you buy if money didn’t matter? I’m in love with the ruched faux leather Glove chair at Black Rooster Decor. I can just imagine curling up on that beauty with a book. “The Guggenheim in New York” Who are you? Graeme Bayliss What have you done for us lately? I updated the West End’s furniture and decor listings (p. 85). Forever Interiors was the most interesting…

1 HERD MENTALITY Fans of Dumbo and Babar will love this screen-printed wallpaper pattern by Sissy + Marley. Featuring pairs of elephants with love-locked trunks, it’s available in three colour options.$170/ROLL, AT NEW WALL, 4635 BURGOYNE ST, STE #12, MISSISSAUGA NEWWALL.COM 2 UNDER THE SEA With her new Coast to Coast collection, Toronto designer Liz Eeuwes reimagines Canadian critters in the style of old-school video game graphics. This hand-woven wool cushion spotlights the East Coast’s snow crab.$120, AT EEUWES.CO 3 ENCHANTED FOREST Hollis+Morris introduces a smaller version of its signature Bellwoods clothes rack, resized for dapper tykes. Available in oak with black, grey or cream accents, it’s perfect for jackets and backpacks.$520, AT ELLA + ELLIOT, 188 STRACHAN AVE ELLAANDELLIOT.COM 4 WORK FROM HOME The slide-out desk built into Gautier’s…

When Joel Loblaw first meets with clients, he hands them monographs on two legendary garden designers, Piet Oudolf and Luciano Giubbilei, and asks them to pick a favourite. “They are top examples of the extremes I like. One is very structured, and one is very loose,” says Loblaw, who operates his eponymous design-and-build firm out of a Leslieville office. Structure and looseness could describe his approach to both art and real-life landscapes. “Together, they create a really nice tension in a garden,” he says. An accomplished abstract painter who has conjured dream-like creations for Nuit Blanche, Loblaw first determines where to build on the spectrum between structure and movement, and then places at least one arresting – but never showy – element that pierces the rest of the landscape. “Even…

Word of Mouth Brews: “The Comrade (758 Queen St E) has amazing cocktails. Its decor plays up the character of the building and makes you feel like you are in a ’20s speakeasy” – Emilie Dolenc, co-owner, Goodfolk (p. 58) Lunch: “Order the ‘Honey, I Ate the Salmon’ salad at Merryberry Café + Bistro (559 Parliament St). Their freshly squeezed juice is another must, and the backyard is an oasis during summer time.” – Regina Sheung, owner, Labour of Love (p. 59) Brunch: “Bonjour Brioche (812 Queen St E) is a long-time favourite. The decor is reduced to highlight the breads, and the smell of fresh baked treats makes the atmosphere work.” – Stephan Weishaupt, president, Avenue Road (p. 57). Cool Culture Held on the third Sunday of each month,…

1. Casalife Condo dwellers head to this sprawling showroom for sustainably made, multi-purpose furniture with a bit of panache. The knowledgeable staff helps customers navigate the 1,395 square-metres of living, dining and bedroom vignettes artfully accented with bold lighting and lush area rugs; expandable tables and slim-yet-cushy fold-out sofas from American Leather; and Casalife’s own line of solid-wood dining tables and storage beds in styles ranging from mid-mod elegant to of-the-now chic. 170-171 EAST LIBERTY ST 416 922 2785 MON & TUE 10-6, WED & THU 10-8, FRI & SAT 10-6, SUN 11-5 (ALSO: 2532 YONGE ST 416 922 2785; 350 EVANS AVE, ETOBICOKE 416 922 2785) CASALIFE.COM 2. The Centre Shop Now that construction is clearing, it’s much easier to venture to the shoreline and visit Harbour front Centre’s…

Word of Mouth Caffeine Fix: “Sam James Coffee Bar (3 Ossington Ave) is not a lounging around spot. It’s for hardcore espresso lovers who want the purest cup.” – Gunnar van Vliet, owner, Planet of Sound (p. 75) Lunch Spot: “Sud Forno (716 Queen St W) is my favourite for a slice of pizza. The designers (Giannone Petricone Associates) made great use of steel elements.” – Martin Myers, owner, Quasi Modo (p. 76) Brunch: “The Drake Hotel (1150 Queen St W), of course. I prefer to sit in the cafe where the atmosphere is bustling and the art is super fun.” – Joyce Lo, co-director, Drake General Store (p. 74) Cool Culture MOCCA (952 Queen St W) loses its lease in August, so check out its final show on Queen…

1. Black Pug DMK/Wind Grove Interiors Daisuke Kono is the interior designer behind some of the city’s coolest bars, including Northwood on Bloor West and Parkdale’s Pharmacy, and his custom-made furnishings – fabricated from refashioned materials – can be found here. He shares the space with Mark Sutherland of Wind Grove Interiors, who specializes in Canadian furnishings and eclectic accessories. Stock includes sofas and sectionals by Lucyau of Montreal, lamps made of reclaimed metal by local studio 1208 Alpha and a host of vintage typewriters for good measure. 1712 QUEEN ST W 647 528 6670 OR 647 347 4337 MON BY APPT ONLY, TUE-SAT 11-6, SUN 11-5 BLACKPUGDMK.COM, WINDGROVE.CA 2. Forever Interiors Martin Scott transforms salvaged finds into one-of-a-kind, funky furniture. Recovered floorboards become sliding barn doors, old window frames…

Word of Mouth Caffeine fix: “It’s rare to find a restaurant in a retail environment, but we’re fortunate enough to have one inside Elte (80 Ronald Ave), designed by Burdifilek. It’s where I get my morning coffee most days.” – Andrew Metrick, buyer and general manager, Elte and Elte Market (p. 91) Lunch: “W Burger Bar (682 Caledonia Rd). Get the breakfast burger at lunch. It features peameal bacon and chipotle mayo. If that’s not enough, add the panko-crusted onion rings. I didn’t know onions came that large!” – Jill Kantelberg, owner, Kantelberg & Co. (p. 92) Dinner: “Yuki (3259A Dufferin St) has truly incredible sashimi platters. The relaxing, individual rooms make you feel like you’re not in North York anymore.” – Fedra Day, owner, Palazzetti (p. 92). Cool Culture…

1 FOR HIRE Facades by architect Reza Aliabadi always excite. Case in point: Shaft House. We love the project’s carport, plus the pairing of timber and Corten. Oversized house numbers and an orange door are definite eye catchers. ATELIER RZLBD RZLBD.COM 2 BIRD FANS Ottawa-based collective Warehouse delivers a modern aluminum take on the hanging bird feeder. The open design is a snap to refill and makes it easy to recognize the regulars. Fund Warehouse’s Kickstarter campaign to put it into production. WAREHOUSEBRAND.COM/KICKSTARTER 3 NORDIC ILLUMINATION Great lighting is key to an inviting entry or doorstep. This die-cast aluminum Louis Poulsen LED sconce was originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel, in Copenhagen. Available in grey, black or white. $1490, AT DESIGN WITHIN REACH, 214 KING ST…

1. Akroyd Furniture Visitors to Robert Akroyd’s open studio in the Distillery District will find a range of custom wooden furnishings crafted from walnut, cherry, white oak and maple – all of which is sourced from local and regional woodlots. With everything from built-in media cabinetry to slab dining tables in its portfolio, Akroyd is known for its timeless aesthetic and honesty of materials. Especially popular are platform beds with slide-out storage drawers. For an ornate touch, the studio can even carve a contemporary frieze into your headboard. 15 CASE GOODS LN, STE #101-102 416 367 5757 WED-SUN 12-5 OR BY APPT AKROYDFURNITURE.CA 2. Alumilex Sharing floor space with outdoor furniture retailer Jardin de Ville, this custom window and door studio is east-end homeowners and architects’ go-to for contemporary solutions…

Word of Mouth Caffeine Fix: “On weekend mornings, I head to Balzac’s (43 Hanna Ave, Unit #123). The decor reminds me of a French bistro, with a steel bar, great tile flooring and woven chairs and stools.” – Richard Assaly, president, Light Form (p. 70) Dinner: “Wvrst (609 King St W) is the best. I mean, duck-fat fries! Definitely a fun mid-week place to meet friends.” – Amy Kwong, owner, I Have a Crush on You (p. 70) Brunch: “UFO Restaurant’s (241 Niagara St) greasy spoon grub. The proprietor has an uncanny memory and calls out the usual orders when regulars come in. UFO is The Cheers of the diner world.” – Jason Stroud, designer, Stroud foot (p. 71) Street Smarts This July, Design Exchange (234 Bay St) opens a…

1. Advice from a Caterpillar It’s a family affair: Susan Dyer and her daughters Elizabeth and Emily frequently jet off to Europe to keep this airy, Parisian-inspired store for tots well stocked. Smartly crafted Danish furniture from Leander, par exemple, includes a high chair, change table and crib designed to grow with your child. Dress up the bed with the soothing April Showers cushions and covers from Polder, and keep the area clutter-free with Wool Fabrique’s storage hampers and bags, a hip revival of traditional kilim rug and basket making techniques. 8 PRICE ST 416 960 2223 MON-SAT 10‑6 ADVICEFROMACATERPILLAR.CA 2. Are & Be Merike and Stephen Bauer stock wallpaper and floor coverings that are otherwise impossible to find in the city. Object Carpet’s six-pattern Super graphic High Class collection…

Word of Mouth Caffeine Fix: "Every morning we get an Americano at Full Stop (2948 Dundas St W). All of the seats are original Eames shell chairs. And there are plenty of them, so we never have to worry about getting a table." - John Baker, co-owner, Mjolk (p. 86) Brews: "Indie Ale House (2876 Dundas St W) has a beautiful wooden fridge behind the bar which they have refurbished for their taps. Our favourites: the tuna tacos, Aubergine sandwich and Fallen Idol sour wheat beer with blackberries." -Micah Lenahan and Paul Mercer, of Smash (p. 87) Brunch: "Barque (299 Roncesvalles Ave) takes the cake for this one. I always get their smoked brisket eggs Benedict, and, bonus, they play old school cartoons on weekends." -Leah Eyles, owner, Scout (p.…

College & Yonge Alleens Situated at College Park, Alleens is packed with window treatments for every need and budget. Choose your own or have the pros guide you through hundreds of textiles by Robert Allen, Joanne Fabrics and Kravet; blinds by Maxxmar and Shade-o-matic; and shutters from Hunter Douglas and Eclipse. Favourites include motorized skylight blinds by Hunter Douglas, shoji screens and room dividers, wall coverings by Crown Wallpaper and retractable awnings by Somfy. Also in store: a wide selection of drapery roles and pods, rings, brackets and tie-backs. 444 YONGE ST 416 847 0947 MON-WED & SAT 10-6, THU & FRI 10-7, SUN 12-5 (ALSO: 74 ST CLAIR AVE W 416 977 2551; 130 KONRAD CRES, UNIT #2, MARKHAM 905 475 0943) ALLEEN.COM Ziggy’s at Home Packed with a…

1 TOWERS OF POWER Inspired by Nordic architecture, these wireless aluminum BeoLab 18 speakers feature rich maple, oak or walnut wood detailing and spread sound in a 180-degree horizontal arc. FROM $10,200, AT BANG & OLUFSEN, 175 AVENUE RD BEOTORONTO.COM 2 RAISING THE BAR Plug this Sonos soundbar into your HDTV to really hear the blockbusters boom. Featuring nine speakers for a theatre-like experience, it also streams tunes from your phone or tablet.$750, AT SOUND DESIGNS, 534 EGLINTON AVE W SOUNDDESIGNS.CA 3 TEARS OF JOY The teardrop shape of Italian manufacturer Sonus Faber’s Venere 3.0s reduces vibrations for clearer sound. Available in glossy white or black finishes, plus a premium wood veneer.$4300, AT PLANET OF SOUND, 1020 QUEEN ST W PLANETOFSOUNDONLINE.COM 4 BEAT BOX Mu-so, Naim’s new wireless audio system,…

1. Atomic Toybot Christine Timms and Cory Bartlett caught the bug for designer vinyl toys a few years back and have been sharing their love ever since. They showcase the wares of local toymakers like Washy Kong and Jaded Dragon, the ever-popular Funko and exclusive limited edition Kidrobot vinyl, and an extensive selection of graphic novels and books on urban art. Also of note is the tableware bedecked with Tintin and Barbapapa characters. And this just in: AT’s received a shipment of its highly anticipated, limited-run T-shirts created in collaboration with a colourful cast of local artists. 978 QUEEN ST E 416 466 4506 WED-FRI 11-5:30, SAT 11-6, SUN 12-5 ATOMICTOYBOT.COM 2. Avenue Road Housed in a 1907 building glammified by Yabu Pushelberg, this showroom displays top-end furniture and accessories…

Word of Mouth Caffeine Fix: “Tandem Coffee (368 King St E). I love the small vintage section in the back that sells flea market finds.” – Klaus Nienkämper, president, Klaus (p. 65). Watering hole: “Betty’s (240 King St E). The decor is gritty and hasn’t changed in 20 years – which is why I love it – and the draft beer selection is nicely varied.” – Allison Skinner, owner, Distill Gallery (p. 64). Cool Culture Well-known for its Victorian-era industrial buildings, the Distillery District is also home to one of the city’s top destinations for international contemporary art: Corkin Gallery (7 Tank House Ln). Operating inside a converted tank house, the multilevel space showcases works like Thaddeus Holownia’s documentary-style shots of modern-day Paris. Summer programming at The Young Centre for…

1. Atomic Design Lawrence Blairs packs his store with Scandinavian glass, architectural jewellery and 20th-century modern furniture and accessories by such iconic designers as Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen. Latest finds include a conical pendant in scalloped pine by Swedish designer Hans Agne Jakobsson; an original serigraph screen print by Alexander Calder; and a voluptuous Kundalini suspension lamp that evokes droplets of molten fibre-glass in motion. Just remember: it’s not polite to stare. 965 QUEEN ST W 416 912 2358 SUN & MON BY APPT, TUE-SAT 12-6 ATOMICDESIGN.CA 2. BLVD Interiors Catering to contemporary-style lovers on a budget – cash- and square footage-wise – BLVD offers affordable, space-saving, multi-function pieces. A compact bar counter in a dark coffee veneer stores up to 24 bottles; when it’s not in…

1. Allan Rug Company It’s options galore at this 1,395-square-metre flooring showroom, which houses a versatile selection of both contemporary and traditional styles to suit all shoppers. After 57 years, this family-run business – the 90-year-old patriarch, Eli Montekio, still works the floor – has amassed a serious selection of carpet tiles, man- and machine-made area rugs, and wooden planks. Standouts include hardwood flooring by Lauzon, luxury vinyl flooring by Karnean, mix-and-match carpet tiles by Milliken, as well as floating slats of cork and engineered hardwood from Fuzion and Torly’s. 103 MIRANDA AVE 416 787 1707 MON-FRI 9:30-6, SAT 9:30-5, SUN 12-4 ALLANRUG.COM 2. AM Studio There’s a story behind the exquisite custom-made lights in this studio. Each one is either sourced from local and Israeli artists or created on…