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Tara's Special Things — Small Cool Contest

Nancy Mitchell — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT

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Name:: Tara
Location:: Calgary, Alberta Canada
Square Feet:: 700
Division:: International
What I Love About My Small Home:: That it's all mine and I can decorate it however I want! And that it's filled with things that are special to me - my nephew's artwork, a patchwork quilt made for me by a family friend, the rocking chair my mother bought when I was born.

Katie's Eccentric Charm — Small Cool Contest

Nancy Mitchell — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 GMT

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Name:: Katie
Location:: Vancouver, Bc Canada
Square Feet:: 250
Division:: International
What I Love About My Small Home:: As part of a heritage building, it has the most eccentric charm: a bathroom built over the bed, creaky wooden floors and beautiful architectural details. Also my glorious amassment of local artworks and antique books which have been gifted and collected over the years.

Leah's Cozy Halifax Home — Small Cool Contest

Nancy Mitchell — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:30:00 GMT

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Name:: Leah
Location:: Halifax Canada
Square Feet:: 200
Division:: International
What I Love About My Small Home:: What I love about my home is its coziness. Being in Halifax in the winter can get pretty cold, and having a warm and lovely space to spend my time makes all the difference. My place is also right next to the university I go to and the library where I work, so no time is ever wasted on a commute. Living in a small space makes you consider what you buy before you buy it because you have to know where it will go. It keeps things simple - one in, one out. I even use library books to decorate with, because they cost nothing, and I get to change them every six weeks!

New York State of Mind: Finding Neighborhood Equivalents Across the Map — The Morning News

Bethany Seawright — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

New York City — if you can make it there, you'll make it anywhere. But what if you made it there, and now you have to move?? Will you ever find a neighborhood in your new city that suits you as well as your NYC one did?

Justice & Ronan's Cozy Eclectic Abode — House Tour

Justice Darragh — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:15:00 GMT

Name: Justice Darragh, voice-over actress/receptionist/photographer, and Ronan Gibney, tattoo artist
Location: Toronto, Canada
Size: 1,600 square feet
Years lived in: 15 (Ronan), 6 months (Justice); Rented

Justice and Ronan share this cozy apartment in Toronto, Canada. Together they have created a warm and inspiring space to live and work in. Ronan’s 16-year tattoo career has led him to a love of religious imagery, and Justice’s bohemian style compliments his, bringing in elements of the lively and unexpected. Both are visual artists and musicians with a love of anatomy and color, cooking and entertaining.

Lee's Only Meaningful Possessions — Small Cool Contest

Nancy Mitchell — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:45:00 GMT

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Name:: Lee
Location:: Toronto Canada
Square Feet:: 820
Division:: International
What I Love About My Small Home:: Learning the discipline of editing possessions, cultivating a sense of detachment. The things we surround ourselves with are really meaningful and/or joyful. No room for anything less. We like that it's minimalist, but highly functional, with whimsical touches.

A Modern Space — Store Profile

Eleanor Busing — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:15:00 GMT

A Modern Space is at the crest of the new wave of design-led furniture shops in Ottawa, ON. Owner Patrick Hajas stocks the kind of modern, iconic brands which, until recently, were hard to come by in Canada's capital. His sharp eye and edited approach is perfectly in line with the needs of the area's homeowners, but the furniture, lighting and accessories sold here are also available online, with delivery across Ontario and Quebec.

Everett's Grey & White Room with Vibrant Pops — My Room

Carrie McBride — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Name: Everett
Location: Calgary, Alberta

We were keeping Everett's gender a surprize from our friends and family and had to hide the nursery from everyone throughout the pregnancy so we wouldnt ruin the surprise. Took a while to decide on what colors to go with because we didnt want it to be a typical blue boy nursery, so finally decided on grey, white, orange and teal for their vibrant yet soothing, modern feel.

A Renter's Life in Montreal: The Inside Scoop — Apartment Therapy Renters Guide

Regina Yunghans — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT

As the world's second-largest French-speaking city, with students galore and a vibrant business center, Montreal has a competitive rental market for the most charming of its apartments. Your best bet for hunting is well before July 1 — that's when the vast majority of leases change hands. Another surprising aspect of Montreal renting: it's illegal for landlords to require a security deposit, key deposit, or anything more than the first month's rent (a far cry from the first month, last month, and security I was accustomed to, coming from New York City).

Ralphie's Thrifty, Revamped Room — My Room

Lauren Hufnagl — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Name: Ralphie
Location: London, Ontario

This is our son Ralphie's room, slightly revamped from when he was a baby. We live in student housing, so the room is both small (9x11) and shabby (check out those rubber baseboards! Or, wait, don't check them out). We wanted his room to be open, colourful, airy, and full of interesting things to look at.

Patricia Jean's Classic Romantic Home in Montreal — House Call

Janel Laban — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Name: Patricia Jean
Location: Montréal, Quebec

I am the first owner of this 600 square foot condo which was built in 2010 in a cute Montréal, Quebec neighborhood. For me, this condo represents freedom and adulthood. I knew this was my chance to create the ultimate bachelorette pad I had always dreamed of decorating without having to make any compromise.

The Modern Shop — Store Profile

Jason Loper — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT

Michael Shaikin, owner of Ottawa-based The Modern Shop, wants to bring a fresh take on modern design to Canada. As the former owner of a vintage resell shop, Michael certainly has the retail chops for this venture. And with an eye for great designs from Europe and the US, he has style covered, too.

Rad Red Storage: Dressers, Trunk & Hutch — The Friday MORNING Scavenger

Dabney Frake — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:45:00 GMT

Storage is such a boring word, and serves such a blah purpose. It deserves a vibrant color to wake everybody up.

Blowing Rock, NC: Vintage Dresser - $295
San Francisco, CA: CB2 Chest of Drawers- $250
Brooklyn, NY: Storage Trunk - $87
Berkeley, CA: Red Hutch - $725
Montreal, CN: Bombay Chest - $195

Linton & Rob's Colorful Family Home — House Tour

Abby Cook — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Name: Linton & Rob and 2 daughters, ages 13 & 11
Location: Toronto's East End, Ontario
Size: 1,200 square feet
Years lived in: 13 years; Owned

Linton and Rob squeeze lots of living out of their modest-sized Toronto home. Together with their two daughters they have managed to pack the space with comfort, love, and fun, all while dressing it up in a style all their own.

Before & After: Updating a Corner Fireplace (and Living Room) — A Schematic Life

Bethany Seawright — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT

I recently came across this design project that Michelle Morelan, designer and renderer extraordinaire, did for a couple in Toronto. More

Before & After: Corner Fireplace Update — A Schematic Life

Bethany Seawright — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMT

I recently came across this design project that Michelle Morelan, designer and renderer extraordinaire, did for a couple in Toronto. More

Lori & Ken's Modern Calgary Home — House Tour

Andie Powers — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Name: Lori Andrews & Ken Corner
Location: Inner City, Calgary, Alberta
Size: 1100 square feet
Years lived in: 10 years; Owned

Change is an important element of every designer's life. The nature of growth as an artist or designer is imbedded in the changes in our work, our home, our cultural surroundings, etc. It's so interesting to me to see the lifespan of a space as its owners live and grow in their own tastes, and I'm delighted to bring you a lovely example of a home that illustrates this organic change in design perfectly.

Paul's Smart & Stylish Space Savers — House Call

Janel Laban — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Name: Paul
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

I have a 750 sq. ft.1 bedroom, 1 bath condo in Vancouver, and I've lived here for 3 years. Recently my partner moved in, and storage space is at a premium...

Before & After: Richard's Toronto Studio Redesign

Tara Bellucci — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Photographer and designer Richard Marazzi set out to renovate this Toronto studio with a friend. Working from home, he wanted to inject some inspiring modern Italian design into the space. Check out the transformation:

On The Side: Knoll, Stump & Rattan Tables — The Tuesday Afternoon Scavenger

Dabney Frake — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:45:00 GMT

These occasional tables have nothing in common stylistically, but they add interest and a sculptural element to a room. So there's that.

• Chicago, IL: Knoll Side Table - $400
• New York, NY: BluDot Table - $60
• Kanata, Ottawa: Stump End Table - $100 CA
• New York, NY: Bentwood Table - $125
• Birmingham, AL: Rattan Table - $25
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Truly Swedish Design: Scandinavian Style — Store Profile

Jason Loper — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Location: Ottawa and online
Specialty: Scandinavian home goods
Price Range: ($$) Mid-Range

IKEA may be the brand most associated with Sweden but of course there's more to the country than flat pack furniture from the big blue box. As a Swede living in Canada, Annika Ek wanted to bring products from small to medium sized Scandinavian companies to North America. Her shop, Truly Swedish Design, has the cosy minimalism of Swedish design sans big box. More

Truly Swedish Design — Store Profile

Jason Loper — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:00:00 GMT

IKEA may be the brand most associated with Sweden but of course there's more to the country than flat pack furniture from the big blue box. As a Swede living in Canada, Annika Ek wanted to bring products from small to medium sized Scandinavian companies to North America. Her shop, Truly Swedish Design, has the cosy minimalism of Swedish design sans big box. More

British Invasion: Union Jack, English Chairs & Plate — The Monday AFTERNOON Scavenger

Dabney Frake — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:45:00 GMT

A new Royal on the way, and David Bowie is back with more music. What's next? Oh yes, this stuff.

• Richmond, VA: Union Jack Flag - $450
• Brooklyn, NY: Carved Victorian Chair - $125
• Washington, DC: Equestrian Print - $20
• Chicago, IL: Queen Anne Chairs - $500
• Toronto, CN: English Plate - $12 More

Featured Creatures: Ceramic Owl, Hippo & Pig Sculpture — The Wednesday AFTERNOON Scavenger

Dabney Frake — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:45:00 GMT

Make no mistake about it, we humans love putting animals all over our homes. I know I for one usually can't resist the cuteness.

• Summit, NJ: Ceramic Owl - $75
• Brooklyn, NY: Handmade Bear Pillow - $120
• Lincoln, ON: Pig Sculpture - $55
• Little Rock, AK: Ceramic Hippo Valet - $100
• Brooklyn, NY: Carved Cat Birdhouse - $55
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It's a Small World: 10 International Store Profiles — Best of 2012

Jason Loper — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Thanks to the internet, the world seems to be getting smaller and smaller. While a store in the UK or Australia may have felt like it was a world away, now it's just a click away. And the best part, of course, is that click is often on a "buy it" button. Oh the joys of the modern age!

• InSpitalfields: London's Eclectic Home Store
• Little Nest Modern Kids Furniture
• Elevenfiftyfour: From Modern Classics to Edgy Basics in Old Ottawa South
• Labour and Wait: Simple, Honest Design
• Merci: Parisian Concept Store
• Zeitlos Berlin: Collector Quality Bauhaus, Deco, Streamline & Mid-Century
• Not on the High Street: Where Everything Has a Story
• Famille Summerbelle: Playful Accessories for Modern Kids of All Ages
• Store Without a Home: Temporary Gallery
• Rowen & Wren: Organic Modern Housewares from the UK More