Category Archives: Architecture

February 24, 2013

Je t’aime, Chicago.

I spent last weekend in Chicago and had the most wonderful time. Like Toronto, Chicago has a lakefront that spans across the city, except it’s done a far better job with its urban planning. You won’t find an ugly beachfront here, or glass towers that look identical… Even the condos have an architectural touch to them!

For some culture, the Art Institute of Chicago is one of my favourite spots in the city. When the bf and I visited a few years back I was so excited to see Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks, and the infamous American Gothic by painter Grant Wood. But there’s so much more to see, it’s most definitely worth a visit!

[All photographs by Tanya Blake]

November 2, 2012

A Warm Environment

I haven’t seen the Sun in a week, and today, like yesterday, is just another gloomy day. Days like these make me wish I had a fireplace to cuddle and stay warm by, but those are a rarity in Toronto homes it seems. I often dream of restoring my home’s fireplace, drawing inspiration from these gorgeous Scandinavian designs.

Photographs via Hemnet

May 9, 2011

Keri Russell’s Gorgeous Brownstone.

I’ve envied Keri Russell’s fabulous hair since her Felicity days but it’s her gorgeous Brooklyn brownstone that I covet now. Elle Decor‘s June issue features Keri and her contractor husband Shane Deary’s 1860 remodeled home – A collaboration project for the new parents.

December 9, 2010

Living Room Envy.

Have you peeked at the latest issue of Lonny Mag yet? I’m loving designer Lulu de Kwiatkowski’s home. I haven’t settled into a new place since I’ve returned from London so I’m on the lookout for room inspiration… and er, the perfect apartment!

November 24, 2009

Lilypads.

Would you live in a floating apartment complex? The floating ecopolis was designed by French architect Vincent Callebaut as an auto-sufficient amphibious city.