Remodelista

31 March 2025

• Quick Takes With: Matilda Goad
  It all started, as most success stories do, with a scallop-edged rattan lampshade. That was British designer Matilda Goad‘s very first release, and its virality propelled her homewares brand MG&Co. to become a household name. Eight years later, she continues to expand her line with products that combine timeless utility and a playful aesthetic. Or, […]
• Current Obsessions: Design Cleanse
  All week we’ve been singing our praises for Canadian design (ahem: weekend browsing inspiration, if you need any). With the weekend upon us and April within our grasp, we’re turning our attention towards these great springy goings-on: In Paris, a former stable with uber-tight corners becomes a tiny haven. A strange but true tale of […]
• Pine Island Cottage: A Refined (and Appealingly Rough) Lake House on Georgian Bay
  Yesterday, we shared the showstopper of a kitchen designed by Adam Robinson (of Bureau Tempo) and Thom Fougere (of Thom Fougere Studio). Today, we’re excited to give you a tour of the rest of the stunning vacation home. The house, a new build by Gren Weiss Architect & Associates, is sited on Pine Island in […]
• Travels With an Editor: 5 Places to Go in Old Quebec City
  The last time I went to Quebec City, my family came back with a Malamute puppy, a sled-dog reject who to this day remains the best souvenir from a trip, full stop. I returned recently for a weekend, and while I didn’t adopt a dog (alas), I did come home with a new appreciation for […]
• Kitchen of the Week: Fieldstone and Oak on an Island in Ontario
  This kitchen gives new meaning to “hearth of the home.” Situated on an island in Georgian Bay, Ontario, the space is centered on a generously sized stone island. “The family has a tradition of standing and sharing food around the kitchen island on weekends,” says Adam Robinson of Montreal-based Bureau Tempo, who collaborated with Thom […]

Retro Renovation

• Formica boomerang now for sale in 3 limited edition colors

  (Hey, I came out of retirement for this one!) If you are a big fan of Formica’s famous “Skylark” aka boomerang laminate and yearning for a countertop in one of its retro colors, well Santa has brought you an early present: As part of its 110th anniversary celebration, Formica has just launched this iconic laminate…

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• Retro Kohler Triton Bowe kitchen sink faucet – love the look

  Here’s a retro kitchen faucet that may be just the thing for your 1950s (ish) kitchen: The Kohler Triton Bowe. I really love the look of this faucet — a terrific new design to add to our list of mid century and vintage kitchen faucet options. There are several versions of this faucet available. The…

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• 5 authentic 1970s wallpaper designs from Schumacher — still available today

  If you want to add 1970s design flair to your home, no need to reinvent history when iconic designs — like these five 1970s wallpapers from Schumacher’s archives — are available today. Schumacher is a storied company with a rich history, and I’ve featured some of their other historic wallpapers. So, in my continuing quest…

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Ugly Duckling House

31 March 2025

• DIY Gold Foil Star Ornaments

  Easy and fun! These gold leaf ornaments can be made with everyday craft store paper mache.

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• DIY Snowdrift Tree Skirts

  Using simple ingredients you probably already have around the house, you can make these mini tree skirts that look like freshly fallen snow.

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• DIY Paper Pinwheel Ornaments

  With decorative paper and some clever folding, you can make inexpensive ornaments to decorate the whole tree!

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• We Found Our New Home! (Get the Sneak Peek!)

  We found our new home! Come check out the first sneak peek and get the details on when we can show you the full tour.

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• Spotted Moth | Cross Stitch Pattern

  This sunny and spotted moth is your fun stitch release for April, check it out!

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