Tag - Fall 2021

People to Watch Hugues Boisvert

In the swim of community leadership By Hattie Klotz When Ottawa lawyer Hugues Boisvert graduated from both of his law schools—he studied civil law at Ottawa University and common law at Moncton University—he dreamed of becoming a business lawyer specializing in deals and investment. He also wanted...

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Home Chic Home

You’ll warm up instantly, and beautifully, to these stylish décor looks.
Curated by Jennifer Geleta

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INTERIOR VIEW

Design consultant John LeBlanc shares his top six décor picks for the new season. Wondering how to elevate your home’s décor and add fresh panache to your living space? After all, you’ll be spending plenty of time indoors over the next few months. Why not treat yourself to some eye-pleasing updates...

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Transformers

The dynamic young partners behind A Couple of Alexes are bringing high-end pizzazz to Ottawa’s condo market. Photos by Kathi Robertson & Michael Lucy Looking for an upscale, on-trend condo in just the right part of town? Check out Unit 402 at The Sussex, 40 Boteler Street. The setting is...

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GO UP THE WALL with Abstract Art

In interior design circles, abstract art is turning heads these days. As homes become more social and less devoted to “sheltering in place,” there’s a move to make them more colourful and joyful. After all, we’ve been cocooning—in beige, greige, and all their serene, uncluttered, natural...

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Garage of Your Dreams

By Reba Wilson Photos: DreamProperties.com Garages are having a major moment—and not just for car collectors. In Ottawa, garages are sought after as a traveller’s refuge from winter weather. They also do double duty as hobby rooms for tinkering with cars, bikes, mowers and more. Many garages also...

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PEACE AND PLEASURE ON BIG RIDEAU

How two urbanites discovered the joy of country living By Melissa Milakovic A picture can convey 1000 words; a picture can also be deceiving. I told myself this last summer as I scrolled through images of a listing for an unusual lakeside property: two small, box-like buildings made of red and grey...

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High Style in the City

Photos by Justin Van Leeuwen At this light-filled, semi-detached property in one of Ottawa’s sought-after neighbourhoods, urban living has next-level appeal. A study in pitch-perfect execution, the three-storey, new-build project is the work of Casa Verde Construction and Flynn Architect Inc. You...

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Spectacular Views

  Designer Pamela Pryce had carte blanche to make the interior soar in this custom Cantley home. She nailed it. By Pam Dillon Photos by LeRoyal + St-Arnaud   The name Mario Adornetto is renowned in Quebec design circles. The architectural designer and principal of Montreal-based...

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