I know I join other devoted fans of the One of A Kind Show (OOAK) in welcoming back an in-person winter event in Toronto. Many of us can’t wait for …
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Custom candles are an accessible, affordable luxury
I recently chatted with Louise Abela, retail manager for KANDL, whose parent company has created candles for the likes of Jonathan Adler and Estee Lauder. It’s a compelling success story-the family-run business …
Historically important loft apartments combined to make a family home
The sale of a pair of apartments in one of the century-old structures that line Chicago’s River North neighbourhood is almost unheard of, especially now that most of those buildings …
An ancient houseware material stands the test of time
One of humanity’s most ancient materials—rattan, which is made from the bark of a native to Asia, Africa, and Indonesia—is enjoying yet another wave of popularity. But it’s by no …
Look to online décor advice for effective design support
William MacDonald was bullish on virtual interior design consulting long before COVID-19 turned it into a necessity. Early in 2019, the Toronto-based designer was already selling the idea to colleagues …
