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From a sprawling family home in Oakville to a coastal-inspired retreat north of the city, we present spaces created by architects and interior designers that redefine the contemporary.
1 Umbrella by Baggu $55, at Zane
2 Symphony Mobile by Flensted $190, at Design Within Reach
3 Lemon Bitters by Dillon’s $17, at BYOB
4 Knot Cushion by Design House Stockholm $175, at themodernshop.com
5 Welle Sofa by Verpan $3690, at Drechsel Studio
6 Lokki Apron by Marimekko, $50, at The Finnish Place
7 Round French Oven by Le Creuset $500, at Hudson’s Bay
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Sign up for the Designlines weekly newsletter to keep up with the latest design news, trends and inspiring projects from across Toronto. Join our community and never miss a beat!
From a sprawling family home in Oakville to a coastal-inspired retreat north of the city, we present spaces created by architects and interior designers that redefine the contemporary.
