Whether it’s new flooring, a fun kitchen backsplash, or an intriguing entrance accent, these local tile stores have everything you need to brighten up and modernize your home

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Cercan Tile

Cercan Tile is a premium tile supplier in Toronto, renowned for its exquisite selection of high-quality stone, ceramic, porcelain, and mosaic tiles sourced from around the world. The shop, located in the heart of the Castlefield Design District, offers an expansive showroom that showcases a curated collection of elegant, contemporary, and timeless designs, catering to both residential and commercial projects.

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Stone Tile

Stone Tile’s sophisticated Toronto showroom features over 500 lines of premium tile and slab collections sourced from Europe, India, Brazil and beyond. With the addition of its innovative online shop, browsing its extensive selection has never been easier, offering a seamless experience for those looking to explore one of the city’s finest tile collections.

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Centura Tile

This venerable purveyor stands out among Toronto’s tile stores, offering a wide selection of North American and European tiles and flooring from top brands like Mirage, Atlas Concorde, and Italgraniti. Known for elevating home surfaces, Centura Tile provides extensive options in natural stone, glass, and more.

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Olympia Tile + Stone

As Canada’s largest tile showroom, this go-to source for mid- to high-end tiles comprises a massive gallery, a clearance centre and a slab division. Try antique-style terrazzo, large-format wall tiles in vibrant colours or glazed porcelain in a marbleized design.

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Céragrès

Céragrès is a leading supplier of high-quality tile, stone, and surface products in Canada, known for its innovative designs and commitment to craftsmanship. With over 30 years of experience, Ceragres offers an extensive selection of porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and mosaics, catering to both residential and commercial projects. Their products, now available to shop online, are carefully curated from around the world, with a focus on durability, aesthetics, and environmental sustainability.

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Euro Tile & Stone

Euro Tile & Stone has been a trusted name since 1987, offering a wide selection of tile collections ranging from terrazzo to marble and porcelain. Their Toronto showroom, filled with natural light and greenery, is designed to inspire creativity and showcase exclusive collections. With expert consultants on hand, customers can enjoy personalized service to find the perfect tiles for their projects.

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Ciot

While Ciot is known for specialty custom mosaics, its ceramic, glass and stone tiles are equally notable. For chic decor, clad walls in glassy ceramics or glossy stoneware tiles in chevron patterns. Hygiene fanatics will love the high-performing surfaces infused with Microban.

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Black Rock Studio

Known for its minimalist aesthetic and high-end materials, Black Rock Studio collaborates closely with local architects and designers to create sophisticated custom surfaces that bring elegance and refinement to any project. Whether for residential or commercial spaces, their tailored approach and carefully selected collections make them a trusted destination for those seeking premium, custom design solutions.

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Porcelanosa

This Spanish surfacing manufacturer and distributor has packed its sun-filled Toronto showroom with an incredible range of contemporary tiles and porcelain slabs for custom countertops and backdrops.

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Saltillo Imports

Every surface at Saltillo Imports displays natural stone, porcelain, ceramic and terracotta tile; even its floor reveals a patchwork of options. Choose from dozens of enamel or stained-glass options, or combine water-jet marble and metal for timeless looks.

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M2 Tile & Stone

M2 Tile & Stone’s spacious and welcoming showroom showcases an impressive collection of porcelain and ceramic wall tiles sourced from Europe. Known for their signature large-format porcelain tiles and slabs, M2 offers a wide selection of high-quality lines readily available in-store. The gallery-like space provides an approachable environment for clients to explore premium tile options for any design project.

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Shoppe Clover, a rising name in Toronto’s design scene, has officially launched its first-ever product line. Fittingly titled The Clover Collection, this line draws inspiration from vintage aesthetics while celebrating the natural beauty of materials often found in vintage decor. Designed in-house and meticulously handcrafted, each piece showcases the unique variations of onyx, alabaster and travertine sourced from Pakistan—a destination renowned for its rich reserves of high-quality natural stone. Each piece in the Clover Collection speaks to this heritage, with intricate veining and organic patterns that make every item a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

The collection includes a variety of functional yet artful home accents that deliver quality and ~aesthetic~ appeal. Here are our favourites:

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The Bubble Vessel

At the heart of the Clover Collection is the Bubble Vessel, a versatile piece made from green onyx or alabaster. Its sleek, sculptural design allows it to function as a vase, bottle chiller, or utensil holder—blending practicality with modern artistry. Hand-carved and polished, the high-quality nature of this piece and its timeless purpose make it an heirloom treasure in the making.

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The Pebble Tray

The Pebble tray, crafted from travertine, offers a minimalist design perfect for organizing belongings on a vanity, credenza or entryway. Its subtle curvature offers a dynamic sculptural form—making it a great display piece from the kitchen to the study.

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The Pebble Tea Lights

These captivating tea lights bring the outdoors in, with a pair of hand-shaped, organic green onyx stones as a standout hue within the Clover Collection’s neutral palette. These items showcase organic beauty with their smooth, pebble-like shape and unique veining, making each set a natural, elegant accent piece.

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The Bubble Candle Holders

Lastly, the Bubble Candle Holders complete the Clover Collection, using remnant materials from the larger vessels to create polished, elegant lighting accents. Crafted from luxurious alabaster, these candle holders captivate with their sculptural form, featuring smooth, spherical shapes that allow light to play beautifully through the stone’s translucent texture, creating a trickling, ethereal glow.

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A sofa is more than just a place to sit—it’s a statement-making piece that sets the tone for your entire living room. As the focal point of your space, the right sofa can instantly modernize your home, blending comfort with sleek design. Whether you’re drawn to clean lines, bold shapes, or versatile modular setups, these carefully curated options will elevate your interior with contemporary flair. Featuring minimalist aesthetics and high-quality materials, these sofas offer both form and function, ensuring your living room remains stylish and inviting for years to come.

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Round is Right

The Bobby sofa brings a sleek, contemporary feel to any room with its seamless wooden frame and stylish, rounded design. Its modern shape and refined craftsmanship add a soft yet sophisticated touch, effortlessly elevating minimalist and classic spaces alike.

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A Nod to the Classics

The Kashima sofa blends bold design with plush comfort, featuring a sleek, low profile and adjustable backrests for versatile lounging. Its modern silhouette and luxurious upholstery bring a contemporary edge to any living space, making it an ideal centerpiece for both minimalist and eclectic interiors.

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Marvellously Modular

The Favola sofa by Calligaris combines contemporary design with ultimate comfort. Its sleek, adjustable backrests and refined silhouette offer both style and versatility, making it perfect for modern living spaces. Available in both fixed and modular configurations, the Favola can be customized to suit any room layout, all while adding an elegant and inviting touch.

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A Structured Sofa

Ethnicraft’s Mellow Modular sofa, with its sleek silhouette and soft neutral hues, effortlessly adds a touch of modernism to your space. Its clean lines and minimalist design create a sense of calm and sophistication, making it a perfect centrepiece for contemporary living areas. Plus, the modularity allows for customization, ensuring it adapts to your room’s layout while maintaining its chic, understated elegance.

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Opt for a Day Bed

The Scout day bed by Moe’s Home brings a warm, mid-century charm to your living space with its rich toffee-coloured upholstery and classic tufted design. Its clean lines and sturdy wooden legs create a timeless look, while the plush seating offers both style and comfort, making it a perfect addition to any modern space with a an old soul.

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With back to school season just around the corner, you’ll need more than textbooks and pencils for that dorm room shopping list. We’re here to help you find design-focused and stylish pieces for your home-away-from-home.

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Study Up

This mix-and-match tabletop and legs adjusts its height for any task. With the MITTBACK trestle you can choose a flat or tilted surface perfect for any design homework. Under any tabletop, the legs have ample space for all your study needs, keeping your desktop clear.

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Wind Down

Maintain a stress-free dorm room with the Aroma Wave diffuser from Saje. This diffuser calms your nerves after a long day of lectures and groupwork. Perfect for medium sized rooms, this diffuser is the best roommate.

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Finance Flair

A modern interpretation of a banker’s lamp, the Apex Clip lamp shines a new light on a classic silhouette. Adjust the lamp’s 360º shade to brighten up your finance homework or away from you to create a restful, ambient glow. Its handy clip can be fitted for any bookshelf or headboard.

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Contemporary Clarity

This award-winning versatile acrylic stool is perfect for displaying your art project mock ups, textbooks or cherished books. The Magino stool is shatter proof, made from thick 13mm acrylic, making as durable as it is eye-catching. Ideal for small spaces, this piece functions as both a stool and handy side table.

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Neat And Tidy

This vintage-inspired hamper keeps your dorm room looking fresh with its open weave rattan pattern. Made from solid, certified sustainable teak, this hamper neatly stows away any unwanted mess in a stylish wooden frame.

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Inner Artist

Craving a little more inspiration for your new dorm room? The Sundays and Scott Sueme Free Study Rug combines both functionality and beauty. Its bold graphics and monochromatic colour scheme bring a little bit of art class home.

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Sleeping Beauty

The Muji Cotton flannel duvet covers will leave you well-rested and ready to take on the start of the semester ­– or so cozy you won’t want to wake up just yet. Enjoy five more minutes under the organic cotton covers in multiple colourways.

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We all want to be one with nature, experience the joy of roasting marshmallows over a campfire and the feeling of grass beneath our feet. But let’s be honest, we’re not all built for it. Glamping, or glamorous camping, offers a magnificent way to indulge in the great outdoors without compromising on certain luxuries. So, whether you’re ditching the tent for a cabin, or simply want to incorporate a little extra comfort on your next outdoor adventure, consider our list of glamping accessories this summer.

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Hipatia Outdoor Portable Table Light

Illuminate your evening strolls with the Hipatia Outdoor Portable Light. Its stainless-steel mesh shade is the perfect blend of style and durability. Both battery-operated and USB–rechargeable, this lamp ensures you won’t be left in the dark. Plus, the Hipatia lamp’s glow is fully customizable with a dimmable LED light.

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KOTN Quilted Comforter

This plush comforter is warm enough to replace your sleeping bags but light enough to bring to the firepit. Its textured touch is inspired by Egyptian architect Hassan Fathy, a true blend of ancient and modern techniques. As far as glamping accessories go, this is not one to miss.

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Aesop After-Sun Gel

Had a little too much fun in the sun? Aesop offers some vital skin rejuvenation with its Petitgrain Reviving Body Gel. An after-sun care blends aloe vera with refreshing and astringent botanical extracts, leaving your sun-kissed skin with a calm and cooling sensation.

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Kinfield Golden Hour Insect Repellent

There’s nothing glamorous about mosquito bites. Fear not, for Kinfield keeps the bites away with its clean bug spray—Golden Hour. This bug spray uses a unique strain of Indonesian citronella that effectively keeps mosquitos at bay. Its citrus and vanilla blends make Golden Hour smells as good as it is effective.

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Alessi Red Pulcina Espresso Coffee Maker

Welcome a fresh morning outdoors with the Alessi Pulcina Espresso coffee maker. The Pulcina innovative design stops dispensing coffee before it develops a bitter aftertaste, giving you a balanced blend with each brew. Its triangular spout keeps from spilling and is reminiscent of a chick’s beak—inspiring its name.

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Jacquemus Exclusive Towel

Boasting bold black and white stripes, these luxury towels are fit for the pool or one of the Great Canadian lakes this summer. Exclusively designed by the fashion house for Four Seasons, these 100% terry cloth glamping accessories maintain a sense of chic even in backcountry.

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KORSNING Outdoor Rug

Transform your glamping grounds with IKEA’s KORSNING outdoor rug. Made to be both a durable and bold outdoor accessory, this rug is made with a rich green and purple flatweave that is also stain-resistant. Kick your shoes off and relax without the worry of tracking the outdoors in.

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Henrie Adjustable Pillow

When sleeping on tent floors or dated mattresses, consider this luxury pillow to be your saving grace. The Henrie adjustable pillow will make your glamping dreams come true with its custom blend of chopped CertiPUR-US memory foam and premium kapok. The elegant plush pillow is wrapped in an organic 450-thread cotton cover that helps you sleep soundly and even makes Mother Nature happy with its use of environmentally friendly materials. A sleek dust cover makes travelling easy and keeps your resting place soft and clean.

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Jericho Sling Chairs

When it comes to glamping, comfort is key. Sit back and relax by the campfire in these robust and ever-so-chic Jericho Sling Chairs. Combining Bohemian-style wicker with a sturdy aluminum frame and canvas cushion, these alternatives to utilitarian outdoor seating will significantly elevate your outdoor experience.

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Vintage lighting adds an elegant touch of style to any room with its ability to elevate simple spaces with a unique edge. Ahead of shorter days and longer nights, find the light of your life with our picks of true classics.

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Timothy Oulton’s ROD Pendant

Inspired by the 1940s Venetian Murano brass and glass library lights, designer Timothy Oulton’s ROD collection brings back an enchanting lighting texture. The raw iron finish creates a stark contrast between the marks of a welder and the seemingly delicate glass. Its glass rods transform the light into a soft, glowing ambience in a captivating pendant style.

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Sergio Asti Chrome “Bouquet” Sconce

Let your chrome heart shine with this Sergio Asti Chrome “Bouquet” sconce. Coming back to us from the 1960s, this vintage lighting ware embraces an artful form with its unique 4-bulb setting. The scone’s fun arrangement remains true to the creative explosion in postwar Italian design.

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Antique French Hotel Silver Flower Frog Candelabra

Nothing beats a classic candlelit glow. If you’re craving a chic table centrepiece, satisfy that need with this silver–plated candelabra. Dating back to the 16^th-century, its Reims crystal flower frog can be used for an additional pop of colour.

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Herda Pendant Lamp

Create new dimensions in your home with this space-age pendant lamp. This vintage pendant light uses tinted acrylic to create that classic otherworldly orb-like shape. Its interior has stacked aluminum plates that give it a beam-like glow.

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Filigrana Ellipse Pendant

Using 16^th century glass blowing techniques, designer Sebastian Wrong reimagines traditional techniques with contemporary elegance. This pendant is available in three candy-stripe patterns, created by rolling coloured glass onto the shade. Made from Venetian glass and imploring centuries-old Murano techniques, this pendant light is the perfect mix of tradition and modern whimsy.

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Brokis Bonbori Table light

World-renowned designer, Fumie Shibata, pays homage to traditional Japanese paper lanterns with the Bonbori collection. Its gentle glow hails from its namesake, Bonbori, describing the diffused light from within a snowy cave. This stainless steel and handblown glass reimagining is available for both indoor and outdoor use in the form of table lamps, pendants and even an angular sconce.

For more lighting solutions, browse our roundup of the best lighting stores in Toronto.

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During Toronto’s summer season, there are certain outdoor activities that entice us to hit the streets: a scenic trip to the island and a neighbourhood street party are perfect examples. But no gathering place holds a flame to Toronto’s beloved parks for sunny days in the city. To help you make the most of your park day, we’ve rounded up five essential accessories for a perfect outing.

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Puffy Picnic Blanket

When it comes to park essentials, one staple is a comfortable picnic blanket. For lounging with friends or sleeping under the sun, look out for BAGGU’s Puffy Picnic Blanket. Best known for their colourful crossbody bags in a crescent shape, the immensely popular San Francisco-based brand is also AAPI woman-owned and carries everything from reusables tote bags and puffy lunch boxes to socks and pop-up tents. Their Puffy Picnic Blanket features a nylon top and a polyester bottom—both made from recycled material—and is easily portable with its accompanying carrying strap.

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Recycled Plastic Stripe Bag

To cultivate the perfect park vibe, make sure to carry a sizeable—yet stylish—summer bag. With the Recycled Plastic Stripe Bag by Puebco, you can tote around your sunscreen, sunglasses and other necessities, with room to spare. Made of recycled plastic and aluminum, the Japanese design brand found inspiration for this bag in a Mumbai airport where the Indian fabric was used to craft vibrant airport storage bags.

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Settle In Outdoor Deck Chair

Sure, stretching out on the grass during a summer day in the park is great. But if you feel like (quite literally) elevating your cross-legged park pose, try a folding deck chair. The Settle In Outdoor Deck chair by Sundays offers a solid teak wood frame and waterproof and UV-resistant Sunbrella fabric in a classic, sling silhouette. With a removable headrest and collapsible design, it’s easy to pack up and follow the sun—or the shade, depending on your mood—at a moment’s notice.

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Miasun Compact Sunshade

Speaking of shade, for an easy alternative to the classic beach umbrella, try the Miasun Compact Sunshade. Designed by Valériane Voirin and Hortense Pontabry for Dutch design brand Fatboy, this functional tent is only 1.2 kg but offers up to 3 metres squared of shade. With three available configurations, it can fold up into a small pouch and be packed away in minutes.

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Portable Ellipse Wooden Speaker

A summer day in the park is not complete without some tunes. Queue up that park essentials playlist with the Portable ellipse wooden speaker from Simons and hit play (at a reasonable volume). Made of hand-sanded beechwood in a compact flat oval shape, this Bluetooth speaker boasts a 10-metre musical range.

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When it comes to your home, don’t settle for drab walls. Whether you’re wishing to liven up your space with bold patterns, add a softness with hushed tones or imbue intrigue through textured coverings, we’ve rounded up a series of whimsical wallpaper that are sure to brighten any space.

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CARNEVALE

Traditional meets gothic in the playful maximalist FANTASTICHERIA collection featuring hand-painted design elements by NYC-based artist Hazel Lee Santino. Find this whimsical wallpaper at Fine and Dandy Co for $496 per roll.

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CLOSET STRIPE

Made with a traditional paint-dragging technique, this spirited wallpaper comes in ten unique colourways that are dynamic but never overpowering. $225 per roll, at Farrow & Ball.

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BIKE RIDE

Made in Spain, this playful pattern is perfect for both a childhood bedroom and a boho-style study. With textured neutrals and a repeating illustrated horse motif, this whimsical wallpaper adds a subtle, yet strong design presence to your home. From $210 per roll, at NewWall.

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NEUTRAL LIMEWASH

With a chalky, gradient finish, this earth-inspired wallcovering gives the appearance of texture without the hassle. In the colour linen, this peel and stick décor piece balances out your walls with a luxe, matte look. From $11 per strip, at Timberlea Interiors.

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HOSHI

Made in Italy, this textured wallpaper by Wall&decó is reminiscent of lines drawn in sand. Available in black, terracotta, or off white, this vinyl is a timeless decor choice. $595 per roll, at New Wall.

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CL22005 Redmore

Balance out your walls with this textured grasscloth wallpaper in muted, earth tones. Using non-woven backing with a durable, natural design, this unique addition to your walls with create a fresh, airy environment. Pricing upon request, at Crown Surface Solutions.

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If you find that your home is in need of a refresh, consider the transformative properties of these paint colours that embody the vibrancy of spring and summer. Jump in with a statement wall or add an accent with a fresh coat to bookcases or picture frames.

Refer to the fruit cocktail above—which samples our favourite hues for sunny seasons—to spruce up your space with a delicious hit of vibrant colour. Named after oranges, kiwis and other flavourful fruits, these 7 beautiful paint colours will pear nicely (pun intended) with bright, minimalist interiors.

1. Raspberry Truffle

Raspberry Truffle by Benjamin Moore. Indulge in this bold and beautiful shade that offers a rich accent to any wall. From $7 per half pint, at West Toronto Paint & Wallpaper.

2. Green Grape

Green Grape by Benjamin Moore. This crisp green paint shade is a vital pop of colour for spring. Freshen up your space for $6.99 per half pint, at Monarch Paints & Wallpaper.

3. Osage Orange

Osage Orange by Sherwin Williams. Spice up your kitchen, bedroom, hallways and more with this energizing citrus-inspired paint. Pricing upon request, at Sherwin Williams Paint Store, Toronto.

4. Banana Cream

Banana Cream by Sherwin Williams. This decadent paint shade brings a natural warmth to even the darkest rooms. Pricing upon request, at Sherwin Williams Paint Store, Toronto.

5. Peach Blossom

Peach Blossom by Sherwin Williams. With a name as charming as its hue, this peachy paint colour delights design senses. Coat your home in warm weather all year long with pricing upon request, at Sherwin Williams Paint Store, Toronto.

6. Kiwi

Kiwi by C2. Available in matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss and more, this light green paint is soothing and stabilizing. For a calming design effect, you can find it starting from $35 per quart, at Randall’s.

7. Blackberry

Blackberry by C2. Like the berry itself, this vibrant paint shade is dynamic and delicious. For a timeless feature wall, you can find it from $35 per quart, at Bergsma’s Paint & Décor.

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Looking to support local design? Upgrade your space with fun furnishings from Designlines’ Canadian-made furniture lookbook complete with sophisticated shelving, handmade rugs, and more – all by Toronto- and Canadian-based designers.

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LIGHT LATTICE

Made of metallic mesh, Screen Light by Toronto’s own Object Interface illuminates any room with a bewitching, yet subtle texture. What appears to be a fabric shade is, in fact, constructed of either brass, stainless-steel or anodized aluminum mesh and 3D-printed nylon. $595, at Object Interface. 

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WELL ROUNDED

Curl up in the comfy Boule Armchair by local designer Derek McLeod. Inspired by the rising dough of freshly baked buns, the rounded edge of this puffed seat – available with a swivel or static base – invites comfort as well as style. $4,800 plus customer’s fabric, at Derek McLeod Design Inc.

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BIRCH BARK

With a creamy off-white and speckled black composition reminiscent of the tree of the same name, the BIRCH Runner by Montreal-based brand Mark Krebs braids together the wool flatweave rug with cotton warp to create a unique rug that is perfect for lounging. $254, at Mark Krebs. 

Shop the Winslow Console

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OAK ELEGANCE

With whimsical spindle legs and a solid oak top, the Winslow Console plays with height in an impactful way. Available in natural, traditional or espresso oak, this versatile table by Acre Made makes the perfect finishing touch to your living room’s design scheme. $2,850, at Acre Made.

Shop the Joseph bookshelf

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STATELY SHELVING

Measuring 72 inches tall, the Joseph Bookshelf marries bold design with quiet sophistication. This Canadian-made furniture piece is crafted in the GTA from locally sourced ambrosia maple, featuring an angular shelving structure that displays belongings in a graceful yet entirely functional form. $1,648, at DesignRepublic.

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PERFECT FIT

The Field Stool by design company Sundays can be whatever you need it to be. Perfect for an extra seat, end table or a place to set your glass, this multi-use solid oak stool is the complete package. $320, at Sundays.

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