Tag Archive | "Eco-friendly"
Hard, Hardy and Beautiful Ipé Wood
Ipé is an inexpensive alternative to teak and is often used for outdoor decking. These steps will last for years and will bleach down to a consistent light grey colour. They may cost more than poured concrete steps but the look is infinitely sexier and way more custom. Its tremendous durability makes ipé wood worth the modest investment.
Where to Find . . . Wicker and Bamboo
Thursday, June 4, 2009
From the moment Mike and I laid eyes on Bamboo Bazaar we've been calling it Wicker World. I've never seen so much wicker, rattan, reed and bamboo. Wicker World, I mean Bamboo Bazaar, occupies a big double storefront at 1840 Davenport Road (near Symmington) in Toronto's west end. The business, which was founded more than a century ago by W.H. Kilby, has occupied this location for more than 60 years.
Indoor/Outdoor at Toronto’s Distillery
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Toronto’s Distillery District is leading the design charge this week: yesterday, President’s Choice took over Arta Gallery for a Lawn & Garden Event promoting its latest eco-friendly garden and patio products and then on Saturday and Sunday (May 2 & 3) the site hosts Kimberly Seldon’s Designer Market featuring 40 vendors offering contemporary, vintage and antique furniture, collectibles and fabrics.
Right Now: One of a Kind Show
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Born in Toronto in 1974, the One of a Kind Show has extended its reach to Vancouver, Chicago and New York City. Still the biggest of the bunch, the Toronto event is back beginning today thru December 7 and the home decor options are dizzying. I'll be at the Direct Energy Centre (100 Prince's Boulevard, Exhibition Place) later this morning for a press preview . . .
Canadian Cool: Cocooning With Futé
Friday, November 7, 2008
Nobody does lounge like Futé Design does lounge. The company's new Cocoon line of daybeds and loungers is spectacular--hooded, wrap-around chaises that demand you surrender yourself to them. The Sampan daybed, below right ($3,995), actually rocks; the enveloping yet airy Spartan daybed (below left, $9,295) and Genie Chair (below centre, $3,820) are covered, tranquil spaces that create a room within room.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
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