Editor’s
message Homes & Living is dedicated to bringing its readers the best in home design and décor, and helping enhance their lifestyle with entertaining, educational, informative and thought-provoking features from the industry’s best. I’m proud to be the new editor of this prestigious, high-quality magazine. The annual Christmas issue of H&L is packed with remarkable features and exclusive holiday content that will inspire you, starting with Jane Lockhart’s A Home for the Holidays (page 20). Your holiday visitors will feel at home thanks to Jane’s simple solutions for making any room inviting, relaxing and fit for guests. While you’re busy pleasing others this holiday season, don’t forget to treat yourself. Escape to the Wedgewood Hotel for some well-deserved R&R (page 42). The hotel features an award-winning spa and restaurant, flawless customer service with a personal touch and luxury around every corner. You’ll never want to leave. The holidays are supposed to be full of joy, but feeling overwhelmed and stressed can dampen even the most enthusiastic individual. Reclaim the Christmas spirit by keeping decorating, entertaining and gift-giving simple. When it comes to indoor holiday décor, think minimal and modern (page 80). For the outdoors, aim for elegant and eco-friendly (page 82). Another way to reclaim the spirit of the season is to not take the holidays (or yourself) so seriously. Award-winning anchorman and H&L columnist Tony Parsons certainly doesn’t. His holiday humour will surely turn any Scrooge’s scowl upside down (page 98). The editorial team and I are looking forward to bringing you sensational features to enhance your home and your living throughout 2013. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Sincerely,
HLMAGAZINE.COM
Jessica Raymond
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