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“We’re always on the hunt for unique hardware, as we see it as the jewellery of the home. We’re currently seeking rounded, soft and bold pieces that will contrast typically hard edges or angular corners, giving a sense of contrast and definitely an element of surprise, like these black Lo and Co handles or Park Studio’s gold knobs.”
“Metal-framed glass doors are coming back: they’re architecturally stunning, and a simple way to add interest where interest may be lacking. We’re especially interested in a variety of textured glass right now, including this reeded glass door from Audax Design Studio Toronto.”
Nature Calls Designers Phyllis Lui and Aleem Kassam of Kalu Interiors share the textures, colours and pieces on their mood board right now. During a grey time of year, we find ourselves drawn to all shades of green,” says Phyllis Lui, principal of Kalu Interiors. “There’s a yearning for natural textures, rich and lively colours and soft and elegant shapes.”
“We’ve been using greens—from dark emerald to mint— as accents for walls, vanities and tiles for many years. It’s a range of hues that’s both classic and current.”
“We love this textured, layered bathroom by Tol’ko Interiors.”
“The curved Decked-Out sofa from CF Interiors is anything but fussy, and all fabulous.”
“The patterns in this slab of Esmeralda from Margranite tell a story like a piece of art: it’s more than a just a piece of solid-colour stone.”
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