Artist Caroline Monnet’s Amik is a tactile tour de force Caroline Monnet is from Outaouais but her renown is international. A multimedia artist of Anishinaabe and French heritage, she attended the University of Ottawa...
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Architect Rick Shean and his team at Shean Architects use natural elements and materials to elevate modern spaces. By Hattie Klotz When American designer, architect and filmmaker Charles Eames coined the phrase, “The details are not the details. They make the design,” he might well have been...
Doors Open Ottawa is happening this coming weekend, June 3 and 4, and for the first time ever, you can visit Simmonds Architecture, one of the city’s top contemporary architectural firms. Tour the newly designed office space at 340 Catherine Street and meet members of the team, including...
By Reba Wilson Creating an oasis-like backyard involves the consideration of function, texture and layered design elements that interact to form something unique and beautiful. When it comes to planning the coalescence of these features, there are no better experts than luxury pool and landscape...
Gemstone Construction took on a complex, multidimensional reno assignment during COVID. The results are jaw-dropping. By Pam Dillon Photos by Miv Fournier From the street, the luxury home fits elegantly into its upscale neighbourhood along the Rideau River. Albeit stately, the modern exterior is...
Houry Avedissian has transformed an old industrial building at 450 Preston Street into a modern furniture destination and her own Ha2 Architectural Design office. In doing so, she has brought cutting-edge style and possibilities to Little Italy. By Hattie Klotz Photos by Paul Couvrette...
Interior designer Susan Bryson’s trademark esthetic is classic, layered and chic—exactly how she dresses. By Janet Wilson Photography by Lindsey Gibeau Marrying elegance and functionality can be tricky for any interior designer, but it’s a relationship Susan Bryson has mastered in spades...
By Pam Dillon Photos: Justin Van Leeuwen In 2019, Jess Gosbee started working with a local couple to transform their living space. The clients, busy with careers and three young boys, were the first people to ever approach Jess for design help. “We have been levelling-up the style of their home...
Enchant, Charm and Delight this Festive Season By Melissa Milakovic Photos by Rémi Thériault According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of celebrate is “to do something special or enjoyable for an important event, occasion, holiday, etc.” And what better occasion to go all out than...
You’ll warm up instantly, and beautifully, to these stylish décor looks.
Curated by Jennifer Geleta
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...
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...
