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ELEMENTS OF THE LOOK InLine tile in Blue by Pratt + Larson. $97/sq.ft. Surfaces & Co. Evers pendant. $1,420. Light House Co. 12 Purist Single-handle 34 Semi-professional Kitchen Sink faucet in Matte Black. $1,391. Kohler. Puebla dinner plate. $20. Pottery Barn Canada. Puebla snack bowls. $14 each. Pottery Barn Canada. Cesta counter stool in Rattan by Mermelada Estudio. $569. CB2. THE DETAILS La Cornue CornuFé 110 1. Simple white quartz counters balance the colour and pattern in the kitchen. 2. Mariana was given carte range in Pure blanche on the appliances and chose the La Cornue range for its beauty. 3. A banquette was a must-have for White and the homeowners, and turned an awkward niche into a casual seating area. 4. The cane detailing and brass Polished Brass. hardware from the kitchen are continued in an office space tucked under the stairs. Desk chair, Pottery Barn. $19,625. Tasco Appliances. web For more West Coast style inspiration, visit houseandhome.com/julyaugust2022 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 49

PERSONAL STYLE A wood-burning fireplace and Beni Ouarain rug add warmth to the breezy SERENITY living room. Rug, Marra Market. NOW Inside an entrepreneur’s Prince Edward County beach house, complete with tranquil views of the dunes. Design-build STRUCTURAL ANOMALY Interior design assistance JENNIFER FERREIRA Photography VALERIE WILCOX Text EMILY EVANS Belinda When Belinda Labatte swings open the door to her PEC, Ont., home Produced by Stacy Begg Labatte. after a two hour–plus drive from Toronto, she breathes deeply. The mother of two and CEO of a critical minerals company dreamed 50 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 of having a beach house in the county long before it became the creative mecca it is today. In 2017, she found a peaceful property with a view of the dunes and marsh in the distance. “The view reminded me of lookouts we stopped at when I was a kid hiking with my parents in northern Ontario,” says Belinda. Shortly after purchasing her plot of land (which came with a squat, uninsulated cabin), she called up local design-build firm Structural Anomaly, and plans for a complete rebuild were finalized within weeks. The 2,720-square-foot (including the

basement) four-bedroom, three-bathroom house took four years to complete and, in that time, Belinda and her eldest daughter, Dahlia, also co-founded Dahlia S L, a contemporary event-based art gallery in nearby Picton, Ont. To furnish the home, Belinda turned to her friend, designer Jennifer Ferreira, who’d helped outfit her city condo. “Jennifer has an eye for space and function, and I love her custom work, so when I was struggling with certain design decisions, I looked to her for advice,” she says. Jennifer dreamed up bespoke pieces including the director’s chairs for the dining room and, for the living room, a waterfall coffee table crafted in whitewashed wood. “This home’s strength is in the subtlety of the natural light and all the open space,” says Jennifer. “For the interiors, I drew inspiration from the natural, organic elements outdoors.” SEE SOURCE GUIDE TOP RIGHT: Woven pendants give the dining area a Moroccan feel. Custom table, Stone City Woodworks; custom chairs, Ferreira Design. BOTTOM LEFT: White oak cabinets complement the blue tones in the kitchen. Pendants, Aerin; runner, Maison Pepin; art (far right) by Jessica Labatte. BOTTOM RIGHT: A whimsical sheep sculpture was one of Belinda’s earliest purchases for the house. Sheep sculpture, Salt by The Caza Project. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 51

Designer Jennifer Ferreira. “I wanted a home that felt spacious, open and spa-like — that says beach house as soon as you walk in,” adds Belinda. Bleached wood floors and white walls created a neutral envelope for her treasured paintings, sculptures and photography. Jennifer offered creative direction on art placement. “Because the furniture was so neutral, Belinda could go really wild with art,” says the designer. For the kitchen, Belinda was in the mood for more colour. “I wanted robin’s egg blue, the shade of the shells you find all over the beaches here,” she says of the painted cabinets. For the backsplash, a deep blue Moroccan tile nods to the hues of the nearby marsh and Lake Ontario. The airy space functions like an inviting café, where the family gathers and also helps themselves. With its French modern touches juxtaposed by local artisanal pieces, this home enjoys a relaxed elegance that’s anything but precious. “I spent a lot of time considering proportions and finishes in Belinda’s home,” says Jennifer. “I wanted to find the right balance of organic textures and simple forms to create a feeling of serenity and calm.” Now, for Belinda and daughters Briony and Dahlia, their county home is both a breath of fresh air and a welcome retreat. 52 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

TOP LEFT: Sunny yellow throws and accent pillows bring H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 53 cheer to the guest room. Nightstand, rug, Ikea. TOP RIGHT: Square, bubblegum pink tile gives the spa-like principal bathroom a retro feel. Sconce, Aerin. BOTTOM RIGHT: Beachy texture in the principal bedroom comes by way of a woven wall light and a rattan headboard from Ikea’s Tom Dixon collaboration. Wall light, Arteriors; headboard, Ikea. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: Jennifer encouraged Belinda to install a wood-burning fireplace in the living room for chilly nights. Sofa, Élément de Base; photographic art by Ned Pratt; sculpture (on mantel) by Donna Zekas, Dahlia S L. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: Patterned wallpaper by a local PEC artist makes waves in the powder room. Wallpaper, Kate Golding; custom vanity, Structural Anomaly. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

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Photography by Valerie Wilcox 2022 It seems like we wait all year for these few magic days of sunshine, sweet breezes and barbecues glowing in the warm evening light. Perhaps it’s the waiting that, in the end, gives us even greater pleasure in the now. Be it city or country, lakeside or coastal, Canada has it all.

HOUSE & HOME OF THE MONTH NATURAL SPLENDOUR Architecture SALA ARCHITECTS | Design LUCY INTERIOR DESIGN | Photography SPACECRAFTING | Text IRIS BENAROIA The dining area flows Produced by Stacy Begg seamlessly into the screened porch, where a green modular SEE SOURCE GUIDE sectional seats a crowd — or Loonie. Railings take the form of simple glass panels. Sectional by Kingsley Bate, Casual Contract. 56 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

PERCHED ON THE SHORE OF LAKE HURON, A STUNNING INDOOR- OUTDOOR HOUSE TAKES ITS DESIGN CUE FROM THE LAND. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 57

Peter Welles and his English cream golden retriever, Loonie. 58 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

The great room’s fireplace is clad in Cambrian ledgestone. Sofa by Eilersen, Fuse; wood-framed lounge chairs (right) by Noir, Francis King. OPPOSITE, TOP: The main living area is an expansive 28 by 28 feet, with skylights and windows letting in lots of light. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: The architect tucked a “rising sun” under the roof. The metal, arrow-like pieces are a modern twist on a decorative detail often found on gable- ended roofs. P ETER WELLES doesn’t remember if it took Untouched wilderness, stunning sunsets and reverie- an hour or an entire afternoon, but he knows inducing waters sum up the splendours of the North Channel exactly where he was when he hit that of Lake Huron, an hour’s drive east of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. childhood rite of passage: catching his first fish. Peter actually lives on the other side of the border in It was a perch, pulled from Lake Huron at the Michigan (he commutes to Canada by electric car), and says the area is popular with vacationing Americans due to its cottage. “My family has been going to this spot proximity and beauty. for 90 years; it’s part of my DNA,” says Peter. A long-standing For years, he docked and spent time at his island cottage, but now his adult children stay there. “They like the island conservationist, he volunteers with organizations that are experience,” he says. As Peter gets older, he prefers having working on nature-based solutions to climage change, so it’s H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 59 understandable he considers the site “his spiritual home.” SEE SOURCE GUIDE

A combination of cabinets and open shelving provides SEE SOURCE GUIDE plenty of wine and glassware storage in the dining area. Chandelier by Moooi, dining chairs by GamFratesi for Gubi, Roam Furniture & Lighting; dining table, RH. OPPOSITE, TOP: “The kitchen pendants are like suspended planets,” says designer Lucy Penfield of the quirky, retro- hued trio. A deep orange backsplash of terracota tile nods to the hues found in the surrounding trees. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: “There’s a custom daybed in the great room for afternoon naps and reading to the littles,” says Lucy. It also turns into a twin bed for last-minute visitors. 60 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

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ABOVE: Durable porcelain tile can handle wet bathers and muddy dog feet in the mudroom–laundry room, where a run of closed cabinets hides cleaning supplies and everyday items. Tile, United Floors; runner, Lucy Interior Design. LEFT: The den is the place for TV-watching. “It also has a sleeper sofa, if friends and their kids come for dinner and stay over,” says Lucy. Sofa by American Leather, Francis King; ottomans, CB2. 62 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

LEFT: This bathroom has a retro green vanity that riffs off the cabinets in the kitchen. Rug, Lucy Interior Design. BELOW: In the principal dressing room, dark grey built-ins are reminiscent of the rocky shore outside. year-round and car access. So he built a breathtaking and the load was pulled by horses. What remained and lakehouse on the mainland, just a short boat ride away from the foundation were then razed.” the island cottage. He made sure it could handle a bustling bunch — his kids and grandkids — but also feel cosy when it The 1,792-square-foot lakehouse — perched on a was just him and Loonie, his English cream golden retriever. peninsula and surrounded by deciduous and fir trees — has “We designed it to live large or small, so when it’s just me the same footprint as its predecessor. The roof is metal during the winter, it’s comfortable,” says Peter. “I don’t and the warmth of Douglas fir wraps the interior walls feel like I’m swimming in a great big place.” and ceilings. “We agreed that a simple form with a long gable roof and a clear span design would be best,” says To navigate the 18-month build, Peter brought in a Eric. To accomplish that, they used parallel chord trusses Minneapolis-based team: interior designer Lucy Penfield in the main living area. Beautiful views of the sky, trees of Lucy Interior Design and architect Eric Odor of Sala and lake are unobstructed. And when he’s entertaining, Architects. “We repurposed parts of the original cottage Peter can open the 24-foot-long folding NanaWall to for a family who had lost their home in a fire,” says Peter. the screened porch, making the lakehouse feel even airier. “It took 40 men from the local Mennonite community Glass rails block the winds but don’t impede the views, two days to disassemble it. They had ropes over trees, notes Eric. SEE SOURCE GUIDE H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 63

“Our palette is taken from nature,” says Lucy. “We used the colour of basalt grey from the rocky shore in the granite, fireplace, counters and floors, the lichen and mossy green hues in the kitchen are from the path in the woods, and the robust orange of the tile is taken from pine tree needles.” Splashes of maroon and orange come from rugs and blankets. “I brought the textiles back from Morocco, Turkey and Navajo Nation,” says Lucy. Of the lakehouse as a whole, she adds: “The design is intentional, uncluttered and simple.” For Peter, that’s what cottage life should be, reflecting a deep respect for the natural setting, with its pleasures and pains. This past winter, he and Loonie watched, unnerved, as a pack of coyotes crossed the frozen lake and, by summer, he had the thrill of helping his three-year-old granddaughter fish: “I told her, ‘You got him; hold the rod up!’” says Peter. “I’m hoping she’ll have that experience at this lakehouse with her granddaughter one day.” 64 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

When the wool blackout drapes are closed, the principal bedroom feels cocooning. Étagère-style shelving holds Peter’s treasures. Bookcase, Blu Dot. “THE DESIGN IS INTENTIONAL, H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 65 UNCLUTTERED AND SIMPLE” — Lucy Penfield, designer RIGHT: There’s plenty of outdoor seating for lazy summer days on the deck or down on the dock. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: The narrow hallway leads to the mudroom, den, guest bathroom and principal bedroom. “It feels like suites in a ship — so cosy and intimate,” says Lucy. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: The principal bedroom was designed as a respite. “The live-edge wood headboard nestles between the windows, and the bedding is simple and understated,” says Lucy. Nightstand by Huppé, Tapis & Decor. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: The ensuite bathroom’s black hexagonal tiles and counters are motifs that run throughout the lakehouse design. Hexagonal tile, United Floors; rug, Lucy Interior Design. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

DESIGN A NEW ANGLE Architecture and design PATRICK WARREN Photography EMA PETER Text AMANDA ROSS The high-efficiency woodstove was selected for its small size and performance (its double combustion reduces carbon emissions). Woodstove, Morsø; coffee tables, Structube. 66 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

A CONTEMPORARY COTTAGE ON B.C.’S HALFMOON BAY IS AN HOMAGE TO JAPANESE RETREATS. PThe tub is inspired by PATRICK WARREN AND KEVIN KAUFMAN searched high and low for a place to build a cottage that would reflect their free-spirited ethos. From the Gulf Islands to commuter community a trip to Kyushu, Japan.Bowen Island, nothing felt exactly right… until they found Halfmoon Bay on the Sunshine A large window opens Coast. Their half-hectare lot overlooked the Georgia Strait, a historical lighthouse on a nearby island and a seal colony. Plus, it was an easy ferry ride to Vancouver. up to mimic “forest bathing” in a hot tub. They launched headfirst into the planning process — by setting up their tent. “We wanted Tub by BainUltra, fixturesto capture the sense of exploration you get by camping on the site,” says Patrick, who’s a senior by Aquabrass, Cantu associate at Frits de Vries Architects + Associates. As well as connecting them more closely Bathrooms and Hardware. to the land, camping also helped them orient the house (its footprint was designed to preserve almost all of the trees on the site), and influenced the interiors, too. Both sun and trees would SEE SOURCE GUIDE H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 67

Solid Douglas fir timbers subtly divide the living room and kitchen. A muted palette puts the focus on the surroundings. Bean bag chair, Etsy; painting by Eva Wynand. Owners Kevin Kaufman (left) and Patrick Warren, with their English Labrador, Taavi. Portrait photograhy by Patrick Warren 68 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

The open-concept kitchen allows Kevin and Patrick to entertain with ease. Granite counters match granite outcroppings at the beach. Pendants by Sistemalux, CDM2 Lightworks; backsplash, Fontile Kitchen & Bath. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: The roof slopes opposite to the topography so that the interior becomes progressively taller, from the bedroom toward the kitchen. SEE SOURCE GUIDE H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 69

impact where the cottage was sited; they soon figured out the second-growth cedar cladding with their team, Patrick and best place for the principal suite in order to enjoy spectacular Kevin were ready to move in. A boxy, low-roofed entry leads morning vistas. “We located the bedroom on our favourite to 13-and-a-half-foot-high asymmetrical interior ceilings, part of the site,” says Kevin, who owns a custom aquarium which help visually expand the 1,450-square-foot space. company. “Now it feels like we’re waking up in paradise.” Angles and corners loom large but are softened by the light cedar envelope. Floor-to-ceiling corner windows frame After visiting Japan and seeing the ryokans in Kyushu the view of the water in both the living room and principal (traditional inns with pared-down amenities like tatami bedroom and create indoor-outdoor flow. mats and futon beds), the couple was inspired. “We loved the way the dark buildings receded into the shadows of Although originally from Florida, Kevin tends to avoid the forest,” says Patrick. “The natural materials created the sun, while Patrick embraces it. The couple settled a unity with their environment, a soothing counterpoint that on southern exposure as the perfect solution: “The house felt very restorative.” They aimed to create their own spaces is designed for natural shading in the hottest seasons, with a more contemplative purpose. The cottage’s dark while letting in the sun in the cooler months,” says Patrick. wood bathroom looking out to the water was particularly As both architect and client, he found the process influenced by the Japanese retreat. “Ryokans are minimally had its disadvantages (“Too many options!”), but the embellished and textural,” says Patrick. “People often couple always worked it out. “Prioritizing being interesting associate minimalism with stark spaces but, really, it’s over perfection allowed us to play and experiment,” about reducing distractions and clutter.” he says. “We’ve created a world that we can retreat to, with rules that are different from the everyday life In 2017, after 20 months of construction, many schematic of the city.” changes midstream and a long week spent hand-staining the 70 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Concrete steps lead from the living area to the principal bedroom. “We wanted something we didn’t have to fuss over,” says Kevin of the concrete floors. OPPOSITE, LEFT: The dining room juts out from the house and is angled south to catch morning and afternoon light. Sculpture (on table) by Liz de Beer. OPPOSITE, RIGHT: An angled corner in the dining room is ideal for watching wildlife. Womb chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, Livingspace; side table, HomeSense. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 71

The bedroom’s low ceiling evokes the feeling of sleeping in a tent. Patrick designed the plaster wall panelling and had it custom made. 72 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

“IT FEELS LIKE WE’RE WAKING UP IN PAR ADISE” — Kevin Kaufman, owner TOP LEFT: At night, the house glows. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 73 “West Coast design is very focused on light,” says Patrick. Recessed linear ceiling fixture, Diffusion Lighting by RJCross. TOP RIGHT: In the principal bedroom, Douglas fir cabinets match the window frames. Sculpture by Elza Mayhew. BOTTOM LEFT: Installed for privacy, full-height cedar louvers filter in light. BOTTOM RIGHT: Pebbles break up the patio and nod to the beach beyond. Purchased before the house was built, the fire bowl was part of the inspiration for the overall palette. Fire bowl, Solus Decor; chairs, CB2. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

COTTAGE STYLE The completely rebuilt boathouse is designed to echo the main cottage. The covered cabana provides shelter so the dock can be enjoyed in any kind of weather. FREE Produced by Stacy Begg FLOATING 74 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Designer Anne Hepfer. Produced by Stacy Begg STRADDLING THE WATER AS A LONGTIME COTTAGER, Anne Hepfer AND THE LAND, A NEW understands the allure of Ontario’s Muskoka MUSKOKA BOATHOUSE region very well. So when she was asked EPITOMIZES THE BEST to rebuild a family’s boathouse after it was OF LAKESIDE LIVING. damaged by ice, she rose to the challenge, overseeing both the architecture and the Design ANNE HEPFER interior design. The completely new structure visually relates to the main cottage and feels Photography VIRGINIA MACDONALD like it’s always been here. Text WENDY JACOB Once she’d navigated the many technical considerations, Anne set about creating a design plan that balanced beauty with practicality. She zeroed in on the sheer romance of a boathouse, a slice of real estate that’s half water, half wood, where cottage memories are made. The decorating is graphic and understated, with subtle nautical touches, woven accents and pops of blue. The boathouse contains a guesthouse, as well as space for entertaining, so it’s well- equipped: there’s a bedroom, kitchen, full bathroom, and dock-level powder room and bar. With white board-and-batten walls throughout, Anne kept the palette airy on both levels, never losing sight of the fact that nothing can compete with lakeside views. Woven accents and wire-brushed white oak H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 75

76 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 ABOVE: Anne layered the main living space on the upper level with white furniture and woven pieces. Lighting provides a discreet glow at night. Sconce, Cedar & Moss; sofa, side table, Anne Hepfer Designs. LEFT: In the covered area downstairs, striped upholstery, nickel lanterns and a porthole- style mirror add nautical flair. “You can lie on the banquette and take a nap, or pack people onto it for cocktails,” says Anne. Ceiling fixture, Sonneman; lounge chairs, Jardin de Ville; coffee table, Stylegarage. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

A quintet of pendants offers a playful moment over the island while caned stools and a rope-framed mirror add beachy style. Pendants by Suzanne Kasler for Circa Lighting, Elte; stools by Sollos, South Hill Home. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 77

ABOVE: In the full upper-level bathroom, a curvy pill-shaped mirror, oval vessel sink and round pendant shade break up the linear wall boards. Pendant, Cedar & Moss; faucet, Phylrich; sink, Duravit. “OUTLINES ALMOST ACT AS PICTURE FR AMES TO PROVIDE DEPTH AND CONTR AST” — Anne Hepfer floors add warmth, and lantern sconces, rope mirrors On the lower level, Anne took a page from her own cottage and Breton stripes are nautical touchstones. and added a cosy covered seating nook, then installed pocket windows into the bar around the corner so it’s easy to serve On the upper level, Anne created interesting tension a crowd right on the dock. “It’s like an outdoor living room,” by juxtaposing the white palette with black outlines. says Anne. “You’re protected from the sun and, even if it’s “I love to do outlines, and I’ve been obsessed with black raining, you can still be near the water.” A built-in sectional window frames,” says the designer. “They almost act (with a porthole-esque mirror just above) maximizes seating as picture frames to provide depth and contrast.” In the and provides 180-degree views of the water. kitchen, Anne designed a symmetrical look with black- outlined cabinets and a panel-ready fridge and pantry “It’s such a privilege to be on the Canadian Shield, with that flank a rope-framed mirror. The island houses the granite rocks and soaring pines,” says Anne. “It takes my a wine fridge and beverage centre, and the barbecue breath away. I think a boathouse is where you want to be — is steps away. and I know I’m not the only one who would agree!” 78 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Bags and towels are TOP LEFT: The downstairs always at the ready for bar has a pass-through with pocket windows for serving a boat ride snacks and bevvies to guests outside. “The porcelain tile feels very ‘Italian café,’ and it’s also weatherproof,” says Anne. Wall lights, Cedar & Moss; backsplash, Mutina; faucet, House of Rohl. TOP RIGHT: The lower-level bathroom has a floating vanity in case of flooding. Pendants, Cedar & Moss; mirror, RH; faucet, Canaroma Bath & Tile. OPPOSITE, LEFT: Anne chose wire-brushed white oak flooring and painted pine board-and- batten for the walls, which withstands moisture better than drywall or MDF and has a modern, nautical look. Sconce, Shades of Light; bed frame, Anne Hepfer Designs. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 79

DECORATING Quality Time A HISTORICAL NOVA SCOTIA HOUSE IS THE PLACE WHERE TWO BUSY RETAILERS SPEND THEIR DOWNTIME. Design COLIN BLANCHARD and KENNETH McROBBIE | Photography JANET KIMBER Text ELLEN HIMELFARB Produced by Stacy Begg 80 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

AAT 9 A.M. ON A TUESDAY, Colin Blanchard and Kenneth McRobbie are sipping coffee on two round-backed velvet chairs in the front window of their house on Shore Drive in Bedford, N.S. “We live in the front window,” says Kenneth, gazing out at the Bedford Basin, just beyond the deep lawn. Later, they’ll meet with one of their interior design clients and stop in at their furniture and lighting shop, 31 Westgate, in downtown Halifax. But early mornings are for delighting in the summerhouse feel of their Cape Cod–style home, and watching the sun cast its sparkle over the harbour (to be continued at sunset). “The Westgate Boys,” as their neighbours are wont to call them, have seen a sea change in their lifestyle since moving from their unassuming century home in the city — a house without a compelling backstory they admit they “settled for.” Even their East LaHave summer cottage, with its pop-up shop and studio, can get a bit frantic. This home, on the other hand, with its generous rooms and extensive wraparound gardens, has the feel of a permanent refuge. “The garden was the one big draw for Kenneth,” says Colin. “It has a sense of privacy and retreat. We’re downtown all the time, rushing around. It’s nice at the end of the day to come home and have that.” Built on a raised setback overlooking the water, the house is special for more than its lovingly preserved detail and deceptively large 3,200- square-foot plan. It was built 85 years ago by Nova Scotia’s first “starchitect,” Andrew Cobb, who designed hundreds of homes and public buildings across Atlantic Canada, yet chose to live right here in this house until his death in 1943. Andrew laid out the house for entertaining, with the living room acting as a traditional TOP: Botanical wallpaper in the kitchen reverses the “beige” look left behind by the home stager. “The rooms are large and deep,” says Kenneth. “If the colours aren’t cheerful enough, they can look flat.” Wallpaper (foreground), Cole & Son. BOTTOM: Homeowners and designers Colin Blanchard (left) and Kenneth McRobbie at the home’s back entry. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: Architect Andrew Cobb designed the house and gardens in 1937 with an eye to entertaining. Colin and Kenneth added a deep terrace in the backyard. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 81

“COBB HOUSES HAVE THIS QUIRKY, FEEL ... THAT WAS PART INTERESTING ’ ”OF THIS HOME S CHARM — Kenneth McRobbie 82 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

TOP LEFT: The mudroom–laundry room is just off the kitchen and shares the same palette. Wallpaper by Ben Pentreath for Morris & Co., 31 Westgate. TOP RIGHT: The office is a showcase for unique pieces Colin and Kenneth have amassed over time: a French writing table, vintage campaign desk chair and fox-green suede Theodore Alexander billiard room chair. Wallpaper by Morris & Co., billiard chair, 31 Westgate. BOTTOM LEFT AND OPPOSITE: The couple kept the kitchen’s original sink and pantry configuration, but remodelled the cooking and fridge wall, adding granite counters and custom cabinets. A hutch that stores their mid-century crockery collection (opposite) was outfitted with a white oak counter. Cabinets, Steve LeBlanc. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 83

English-style greeting space, plus terraces and a vast second-floor dance studio. Converting the upstairs maid’s quarters into a bright principal bedroom was one of the few changes made over the years by two successive owners. “Cobb houses have this quirky, interesting feel, like they’ve always been here,” says Kenneth. “That was part of this home’s charm — that nobody had played with the layout.” Finding their way here seems to be a result of the stars aligning. When the house came on the market three years ago, the owners, heartbroken to be leaving their home of 50 years, were entertaining an offer from a buyer who planned to gut it. “He told them he was going to ‘open it up,’” says Colin. “They were completely horrified.” Colin and Kenneth drove out for a drizzly viewing with a real-estate friend who was certain they’d hate the commute (only 20 minutes from downtown Halifax, to be fair). It should have been a drag, but the whole package had a “Cotswolds vibe” that reminded them of the English country house tours they sign up for on vacations abroad. The owners were pleased to have interested parties who were equally excited about the home’s architectural provenance. “They wanted to share so much about the house — what the plant in the corner was named, how they lit the fire,” says Kenneth. “And once we settled on the deal, we kept coming back for tea. We indulged every moment.” They moved in in 2019, ahead of the pandemic real-estate boom, and began landscaping and installing a new terrace and firepit. They celebrated Colin’s 40th birthday with a garden disco in a big tent strung with a chandelier. “We love to entertain like Andrew Cobb did,” says Colin. “We’re just a little more modern.” TOP: In the office, an antique Serapi rug is a bold contrast to the Morris & Co. wallpaper and vintage photographs. Settee by Theodore Alexander, 31 Westgate. BOTTOM: Pieces including the contemporary turntable and Art Deco–style lamp topping a mid-century modern cabinet keep the living room from feeling too formal. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: White and brass-toned sconces that flank the retro-style mirror have a vintage feel in the principal bathroom. Sconces, Ralph Lauren Home; mirror, 31 Westgate. OPPOSITE, MIDDLE RIGHT: The ensuite’s new checkerboard marble floors and glass shower enclosure give the traditional fixtures edge. Wall tile, Daltile; floor tile, Nova Tile & Marble. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: In the principal bedroom, an antique mahogany table complements the vintage Ralph Lauren bed frame. Ceiling fixture by Niermann Weeks, Visual Comfort; rectangular side table, Baker Furniture. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: For the dining room, they brought in an Althorp reproduction table from Theodore Alexander and sourced antique mahogany Chippendale chairs from a New England flea market — all eight for $100. 84 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 web To see Kenneth and Colin’s East LaHave cottage, visit houseandhome.com/julyaugust2022

The guest room’s custom headboard is upholstered in a floral velvet linen. Side table, Kenian; headboard upholstery fabric by GP&J Baker, Kravet Canada. SEE SOURCE GUIDE H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 85

COUNTRY LIVING LUKE HAVEKES USES ENVELOPING HUES AND RICH In Living TEXTURE TO CREATE A LAYERED COUNTRY HOUSE IN THE EASTERN TOWNSHIPS. COLOUR Design LUKE HAVEKES Photography MAXIME DESBIENS Text IRIS BENAROIA Unlike a traditional country house, the Produced by Stacy Begg/Styling by Valérie Morisset great room isn’t on the ground floor — 86 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 it’s in the treetops, a cool vantage point for when the family gathers at the dining table. Dining table, Camlen Furniture. SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Bookshelves fill in a dead spot beside the stone fireplace and, for an eclectic flourish, the mantel is lined with vintage clay cacti from Arizona. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 87

The sectional is loaded up with a mix of throw pillows while a graphic rug adds warmth underfoot. Sectional, Biltmore Domicile. OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: A patterned carpet elevates the foyer, where an antique bench is covered in Loro Piana wool. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT: A vintage brass tray holds treasures like blue and gold Moroccan tea glasses. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM RIGHT: A splendid lacquered china cabinet from Germany, placed between the kitchen and dining area, contains glassware and other bar and dining essentials. 88 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

Owners Richard Cherney and Ronda Diamond. It’s NOT OFTEN YOU KNOW a house is The One without even stepping through the front door. But for artist Ronda Diamond and Richard Cherney, a lawyer, a video tour was all it took to fall head over heels for this Knowlton, Que., charmer — which came impeccably furnished, down to the last detail. “It was just so pretty,” says Ronda. Montreal designer Luke Havekes had bought the hilltop house as an investment, then gutted and decorated it. Having already renovated a condo and house in Montreal for Ronda and Richard, he knew they’d appreciate his fearless take, and the location. “It’s in an area that’s more Hamptons than mountains, with pastoral fields, farmland and horses,” says Luke. That said, the house, built in 1977, was a mess when he started; it needed everything from new plumbing and electrical to better balconies, windows and a roof. Luke’s makeover took just over a year, and he gave himself carte blanche on the decorating. “This house is layered and eclectic in a pared-down way, not packed to the rafters — it feels full and cosy,” he says. SEE SOURCE GUIDE H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 89

90 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 LEFT: Originally, the kitchen ceiling had varying heights. Luke lowered them to one plane, added vintage wallpaper and brought in a custom banquette — a perfect spot to enjoy a coffee. BOTTOM LEFT: The kitchen walks out to one of three wraparound balconies. The curated mix gives the impression the house has slowly evolved over time. Invigorating colour, vintage wallpaper, and patterned fabrics and rugs infuse the rooms with personality. Jitney, a warm neutral by Farrow & Ball, links the spaces and creates a cohesive flow. The grassy green kitchen — in Farrow & Ball’s Bancha — is perfection. “I like solid wood, colourful kitchens in the country,” says Luke. “A fun shade gives wow factor, and it’s very easy to repaint if you get bored.” Vintage block-printed wallpaper on the ceiling has a swaddling effect, making the space especially inviting. “That kitchen warms my heart; I wish I was smart enough to do that in my house in Stowe,” says Ronda, referring to her property in Vermont, which is more neutral. She adds, “He could have done a standard white stone counter, but that wasn’t what the room needed. Luke has good instincts.” All that colour and texture is set within an unusual layout. There are five floors (with full staircases between all but two levels) across 3,000 square feet, giving the place a tree house feel. “It’s like you’re in a tropical jungle that’s very lush because of all the beautiful bright green leafy trees,” says Luke. There are wraparound balconies on three floors, with connected staircases leading to verdant grounds and a saltwater pool. The idyllic setting was just the cherry on top. “We’re outdoorsy, country people; we spend time skiing and biking,” says Ronda. The plan, she says, is to hop between homes: three months or more in Knowlton, three months in the city condo and six months in Vermont, with stints to Los Angeles to visit their children and grandchildren, whom the couple love to host at Knowlton. “To most people, all of those floors seem like a nightmare,” says Luke. “But in a house where you’re entertaining guests, the separation between the bedrooms is what makes the space great — the kids can set themselves up on different floors with their own bathrooms.” Ronda says it took a while for her to get over the sensation of invading someone else’s house, “but now I appreciate the old-school charm, warmth and colours.” She’s also adapted to the style of house itself. “I was more into modern, contemporary Frank Lloyd Wright architecture,” she says. “But this architecture is interesting. I’ve lived in varied homes, from ranches to cottages, but I’ve never lived like a kid in a tree house. It feels like home.” SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Maple counters, leather cabinet pulls and vibrant green paint give the kitchen rustic appeal. Pendants (vintage shades added), Renwil. “THIS HOUSE IS LAYERED AND ECLECTIC IN A PARED-DOWN WAY, NOT PACKED TO THE RAFTERS — IT FEELS FULL AND COSY” — Luke Havekes, designer H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 91

The largest guest bedroom has a well-travelled, bohemian vibe. An African textile is framed in a shadow box above the bed and the rug is Turkish. Bed base, Wayfair Canada; table lamps, Currey & Company; rug, eCarpetGallery. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT AND BOTTOM RIGHT: The property includes a forest of ash, maple and cherry trees, along with a saltwater pool. “The pool was existing but poorly done,” says Luke. He completely overhauled it, and now it’s an inviting outdoor space. OPPOSITE, MIDDLE RIGHT: “A splash of colour brightens up the space under the portico,” says Luke of the front door. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM MIDDLE: Tongue-and-groove walls and a pair of vintage American Standard pedestal sinks are quintessentially country in the principal ensuite. Stool, HomeSense. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: The cosy principal bedroom has vaulted ceilings and casual country furniture. Headboard, bench, Luke Havekes Design; bed base, Wayfair Canada; rug, eCarpetGallery. 92 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SOURCE GUIDE

Vintage palm-print wallpaper energizes the treetop dressing room off the principal bedroom. H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 93

FOOD & ENTERTAINING KITCHEN STORIES: CHAPTER 22 CORY VITIELLO THE FOUNDER OF FLOCK SHARES HIS FAVOURITE BARBECUE RECIPES FOR FEEDING A CROWD. Photography MAYA VISNYEI Text ALICE LAWLOR Food styling DAVID GRENIER Prop styling STACEY SMITHERS 94 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022

FOR THE GRILL WHOLE SPATCHCOCKED CHICKEN WITH FLOCK SPICE RUB WHOLE SWEET POTATOES WITH PASILLA CHILI OIL AND COTIJA CHEESE BABY EGGPLANT, HALLOUMI AND SHISHITO PEPPERS POMEGRANATE- GLAZED MIAMI-CUT SHORT RIBS FRESH CORN AND PEACH SKILLET CAKE RECIPE, PG. 102 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 95 WHOLE SPATCHCOCKED CHICKEN WITH FLOCK SPICE RUB “This technique is a lot easier than people think. Just flip the chicken onto its back, cut out the backbone so it naturally opens up and press to flatten. Then rub with our signature Flock seasoning, which is delicious but simple to make.” SEE SHOPPING LIST

The secret to Flock’s tasty chicken is this spice rub! See page 102 for the recipe CORY VITIELLO HAS MADE A CAREER from knowing what everyone wants to eat before they do. In 2015, he leaned in to his lifelong obsession with chicken to launch Flock Rotisserie + Greens, a casual chef-driven restaurant before that was a thing (there are now seven locations). He also develops recipes for Cactus Club Cafe, a West Coast chain that’s growing across Canada, and he’s working on a cookbook about the food he makes for his family — Dragonette singer-songwriter Martina Sorbara and their son, Barlow, 3. Here, he shares his advice for mastering the art (and fun) of barbecuing. WE BARBECUE A LOT in the for exactly that. I advocate for getting summer because it’s such as much preparation done in the day or a social thing to do with so before, both because I love the feeling friends. I love cooking with of having everything laid out in front of charcoal versus gas because it’s a more me, but also so you can socialize on the drawn-out process. I’m not saying one’s day. The Miami ribs are great because better than the other; for me, it’s about the it’s all about the marinade and the actual experience. You’ve got to get your coals cooking takes four minutes. The sweet ready, be patient and plan ahead. I love the potatoes can be started in the oven subtleties of working with charcoal — it’s and then finished on the grill for the something you can read about, but putting char marks, or even done and reheated. in the hours is the only way to truly get Meanwhile, the eggplant doesn’t have a deft touch for it. It’s about making some to be hot off the grill; it tastes great at mistakes and learning the intricacies of room temperature. Remember that trying your own barbecue. Mine is the Broil King to do everything at once is challenging Keg, and I get excellent results on it. for even the most experienced barbecuer. The Big Green Egg is a beautiful barbecue, It’s really about setting up your menu, but it’s also three times the cost. envisioning the flow of what happens How do you feed a big crowd with a when, and giving everything different small grill? Well, this menu is designed blocks of time on the grill.” 96 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 SEE SHOPPING LIST

Large speckled vase, orange checked cup, Easy Tiger Goods. RECIPE, PG. 102 WHOLE SWEET POTATOES WITH PASILLA CHILI OIL AND COTIJA CHEESE “This dish was inspired by visits to Quetzal restaurant in Toronto; one of its dishes involves cooking a sweet potato in charcoal for a black-crusted finish. In my version, you bake the potatoes in foil, finish directly on the grill, then add the toppings.” RECIPE, PG. 102 BABY EGGPLANT, HALLOUMI AND SHISHITO PEPPERS “You want that deeply charred, smoky exterior, and eggplant really stands up on the grill. It’s a great vehicle for robust flavours — in this case, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern — and it’s very hard to mess up. The molten interior is the perfect texture for soaking everything up.” H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 97

LEFT: Martina’s sister, architect Ginger Sorbara, designed the couple’s home. She kept the bones of the late-1800s coach house but renovated the interior from the ground up, adding a chef’s kitchen that’s the focal point of the main floor and opening up the living spaces. The window and door cutouts were originally used to bring in horses. BELOW: Tie-dye napkins by Twisted Shibori, Etsy. Martina made this RECIPE, PG. 103 photo-collage art piece. POMEGRANATE-GLAZED Double-handle vase, MIAMI-CUT SHORT RIBS Easy Tiger Goods. “The key with these ribs is to get 98 H&H JULY-AUGUST 2022 them nice and thick — up to a half- inch thick — not those paper-thin ones you’ll see at markets. They keep their integrity and chewiness and have a wonderfully unctuous, beefy flavour. They’re great for grilling because, after marinating, they just need a quick side-side and you’ve got a beautiful platter of blistered, charred meat.” SEE SHOPPING LIST