This year, cutting-edge ideas for spaces in hospitality, retail, service and more were brought to fruition by local firms and beyond.
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The Year’s Best Designer Christmas Trees
Top designers are decking the halls of luxury hotels around the globe.
Nostalgia Now: A Modern Home in Poland Takes Its Design Cues From the Past
A retro-inspired home in Poland.
10 New Skin-Care Products to Save Your Skin This Winter
Cold weather has left your skin in need of some TLC? These creams and serums will help you get your radiance back.
Artists to Have on Your Radar in 2025 From Frieze London and Beyond
As 2024 comes to a close, here are the artists to have on your radar for the new year.
A Cult Okanagan Valley Winery’s Exciting New Sub-brand
En Terre Wines is the head-turning new project from the Naramata Bench’s Terravista Vineyards.
Hello Nori Greets Toronto
The hit Vancouver hand roll sushi spot takes Hogtown.
A Retro-Inspired Laid-Back Escape in the Swiss Alps
The Brecon, a new all-inclusive getaway high in the Swiss Alps, is raising the standards for chill glamour.
Vintage Charm Meets Modern Flair at Toronto’s Reimagined Lee Restaurant
Nostalgic details and repurposed furniture transform the beloved restaurant at its new location.
Café Ginori Redefines the Art of Tablescape
Immerse yourself in all things Ginori at the brand’s first café, which has opened at the St. Regis Florence.
A New-Build Home for a Modern Family in Toronto
In the hands of Canadian firm Odami, there’s more to this “traditional” dwelling than meets the eye.
3 Highlights From This Year’s New York Salon Art + Design Fair
The New York fair brought together a diverse array of collectible works from established and up-and-coming talents.
Alberta’s Fight Against Rats Holds a Big Lesson for Us All
Over the years, Alberta has achieved the near-complete absence of Rattus norvegicus—the Norway (or brown) rat.
The Best Bottles to Gift or Drink This Holiday Season
These wines and spirits are made for merry making.
How the Las Vegas Grand Prix Turned Into a Playground for Luxury Brands
The race’s second year saw iconic and newer names alike take on Sin City like never before.
Music and Wellness Come Together at Calgary’s Studio Bell
The National Music Centre is in tune with today’s self-care needs.
9 Luxurious New Makeup Products to Level Up Your Party Looks
Meet the eyes, lips and cheeks formulas worth adding to your collection before you hit the circuit.
A New Goop Store Blends the Charm of French Cafés and NYC Apartments
Designed by viaClover in collaboration with Gwyneth Paltrow, Goop Marin embodies quiet luxury.
Rediscovering Yoga to Quiet a Racing Mind
“The mountains, however, have always been a place where my feet have felt on solid ground: the one place that calms my anxious mind, the one place that brings me peace, and the one place where I can be fully present in who I am,” writes Jennifer Malloy.
Tia Wood Paves the Way for Indigenous Artists
Her career reflects a powerful coming-of-age journey, deeply rooted in her embrace of Indigeneity.
Broadway Meets Studio 54 in an Iconic Upper East Side Apartment
Because one of the owners serves as executive director at the Holmdel Theatre Company, this apartment is a tribute to her Broadway passion.
The Best Products for Curly Hair Care
In our evolving era of redefining what is beautiful, curls and coils are finally getting the attention they deserve.
A New Design Book Spotlights Hospitality Gems Across the Globe
Delving deep into its collection, The Leading Hotels of the World shows that an exceptional hotel is more than meets the eye.
Not Just Your Parents’ Rioja
The broad range of styles from Spain’s iconic wine region.
NUVO’s Holiday Book Gift Guide
Here are five book recommendations for both indie gems and new contemporary classics any bibliophile would love to receive.
Jaguar’s New Rebrand Marks a New Milestone for the Automaker
The rebrand teases a new concept car, Type 00, and the new tagline “Copy Nothing.”
The Enduring Appeal of Pyrrha
Nearly 30 years on, the talisman continues to be the jeweller’s signature style.
Sushi Mahana Offers a Kimono-Dressing Experience Ahead of the 20-Plus-Course Meal
Sushi Mahana, on Vancouver’s North Shore, offers the dressing as a bonus to patrons who have booked in for the 5:30 p.m. omakase sitting.
Sala Beach House: A Serene Escape in South Africa
Coastal creation.
The A-to-Z NUVO Gift Guide
Inspiration for what to give (and get) this holiday season, compiled by the editors of NUVO.
A New Redbreast Expression
Taking flight.
This Nine-Floor Home in Toronto Frames Dynamic Family Life
Alva Roy Architects crafts a modern home with spaces tailor-made for a growing family.
Haider Ackermann Debuts First Capsule Collection for Canada Goose
Toronto-based luxury outerwear brand Canada Goose has unveiled the first capsule collection from its new creative director, Haider Ackermann.
Elevated Eats at Nobu Toronto
The international luxury hospitality brand plants its flag in Canada.
19 Beauty Advent Calendars to Gift Yourself or Someone You Love
The best way to count down the days to Christmas is with gifts that keep on giving.
The Allure of Toronto’s Frank Brothers Guitar Company
Meet the band of brothers building modern instruments with a vintage look.
Ally’s Mind Is Sculpture for the Contemporary Class
Allegra Santini reinterprets classical art with a modern-day brushstroke.
Bowmore Debuts Its New Sherry Oak Cask Collection Across Canada
The Islay distillery’s new four-whisky collection celebrates a key component of its whisky’s identity.
Tiffany’s Yorkdale Boutique Redefines Bricks and Mortar
The new design of Canada’s landmark location is inspired by diamonds in the rough.
Vancouver’s Adhere To Studios Is for Your Outerwear Obsession
Alexandra Dean created Adhere To Studios with the goal of making outerwear garments suited to the city, outdoors, and everywhere in between.
Get to Know Tav Ceramics, Made by an East Vancouver-Based Artist
Attention-worthy clay.
Artist Spotlight: Justin Ming Yong Breaks the Rules of Quilting
Stitching it together.
Lambert & Fils Shapes a Poetic Language of Light
Montreal-based lighting atelier Lambert & Fils is casting an impressive light on a global scale.
Reviving In-Person Culture With a Function-First Office by Laab Architecture
The Montreal-based studio designed a contemporary hotel-inspired campus for Plus Company and Cossette.
The State of Canadian Sparkling Wine Is Reason Enough to Pop a Bottle
True north, strong and bubbly.
Art Imitates Life: Walter Scott and His Comic Book Doppelgänger
The multidisciplinary is best known for creating the cult-favourite graphic novel series Wendy, chronicling the misadventures of a young artist in a contemporary art world.
Villa Grieg Is All About Blending in With the Forest Surroundings in Norway
A Todd Saunders home design that thinks outside the box.
It’s Always Aperitivo Hour at Meo, Vancouver’s New Cocktail and Snack Bar
A seductive escape in the city’s Chinatown, designed by Ste Marie Studio.
The Director’s Cut: Kaniehtiio Horn Uses Comedy to Combat the Trauma of Anti-Indigeneity
Earlier this year, Horn showcased Seeds—her directorial debut that she also wrote, produced, and starred in.
Want in on the Advent Calendar Craze? You Can’t Go Wrong With This.
Nestled in each drawer are two Forte Beads—hard stone beads including jade, rhodolite, and tiger’s eye, among others.
Artificial Intelligence Is Putting Ever-Increasing Demands on Our Resources
Recent estimates suggest a typical query from ChatGPT consumes about the same power as it takes to light a standard seven-watt LED bulb for about 20 minutes—roughly 10 times as much as a Google search.
Travel to Zermatt, the Village That Connects the World With the Matterhorn
A stay at The Omnia hotel is a front-row seat to the jewel of the Swiss Alps.
Stay at Chopard’s Jewel of a Hotel Located Above Its Parisian Flagship
1, Place Vendôme is the jewellery brand’s vision of hospitality.
Nadia Belerique and Tony Romano Practise the Art of Creative Living
The two Ontario artists run a household, manage 26 acres of farmland, frequently host friends, and raise their three-year-old daughter, Isola.
Toronto’s And/Ore Restaurant Is Guaranteed to Thrill
When gastronomy and art converge.
A Revived Legend: The Land Rover Classic Defender Works V8
Back in action.
Chanel’s Haute Joaillerie Sport Is a Winning Collection
Chanel’s Haute Joaillerie Sport is an 80-piece collection that infuses hallmarks and symbols from sporting attire and equipment.
An Architect Remakes His Quebec Chalet for the Next Generation
A home for all seasons.
Sip Saunas Fuses Nordic Traditions With Canadian Craft
Sauna culture is a way of life in Scandinavia, and Prince Edward County-based Sip Saunas is bringing it to Canada.
Fashion-Forward Style for on and off the Slopes
Whether you plan on schussing fresh powder, shredding it down double-black diamonds, or indulging in all-day après-ski mode, we’ve got your winter sport starter pack.
The 2025 Pirelli Calendar Is Beautiful People in Barely There Clothing
The 2025 Pirelli Calendar is a refresh of its 1964 origins, photographed by Ethan James Green on the beaches of Miami.
This New Scent by Hermès Is an Icon in the Making
Barénia is classic yet thoroughly modern.
The Prairie in Pictures
Out in the open.
MB&F and L’Epée Create Albatross, a Tabletop Clock
The ultimate in home decor.
Winter, Issue 103, Out Now
Letter from the Editor, Claudia Cusano.
Scott Speedman Is Having a Renaissance on His Own Terms
The veteran TV actor is prioritizing authenticity over stardom, carving out a space that reflects both his talent and his individuality.
3.Paradis Is Taking Flight Worldwide
After winning the special prize at the ANDAM Fashion Awards this summer, it’s no wonder 3.Paradis is having a moment.
Contemporary Curb Appeal in Toronto From the Boundary-Pushing Minds of Reigo & Bauer
Clad in diamond-shaped tiles and narrow horizontal windows, this east end home adds modern edge to a leafy, historic neighbourhood.
A Global Tour of the Analog
Before lamenting the loss of Blockbuster, look first to the resurrectionists and archivists around the globe making space for physical media.
Slowburn Is a Restaurant Nestled Inside a London Denim Factory
A new type of restaurant.
The Moody Swank of a Western Getaway
Phoenix’s The Global Ambassador boasts a trifecta of beautifully designed rooms, exemplary dining options, and high-tech wellness offerings.
A Riverside Pastel Oasis in Berlin by Grzywinski+Pons
Making up most of the hotel’s public areas, Locke at East Side Gallery is home to a free coworking space and Anima, a high-fi café by day and a restaurant and wine bar by night.
Inside a Rare Arthur Erickson-Designed Home in Vancouver
Sound House was commissioned by audiophile Nicholas Metal, who was seeking a space with excellent acoustics for his baby grand piano.
Dior’s Skin-Care Range L’Or de Vie Harnesses the Power of French Wine
While many brands employ the antioxidant benefits of grapes, Dior’s L’Or de Vie skin-care line harnesses the power of noble rot, the natural occurrence of Botrytis cinerea, which affects wine grapes at the legendary Château d’Yquem.
Poplar Grove Inaugurates Its Library Collection
Limited amounts of the Naramata Bench winery’s three flagship wines from the 2014 vintage will be available for purchase alongside their previously released counterparts.
Killer Tunes: Music as the Main Character in Horror Films
A look back at beloved movie soundtracks from the ‘90s.
Vestige Son Vell Brings Luxury to a Historic Villa
To take advantage of Spain’s Mediterranean island Minorca, look no further than the recently opened Vestige Son Vell.
The Okanagan Valley’s Phantom Creek Estates Is a Winery of the Future
Since releasing its first wines five years ago, Phantom Creek Estates in Oliver, British Columbia, has established itself as one of the most estimable wineries in the Okanagan Valley.
Mirrors and Metallics: L.A.-Based Departamento’s Non-traditional Retail Store
In downtown Los Angeles’s revitalized Arts District, multibrand retailer Departamento has a new home for its collection of contemporary menswear.
The Pearl 82 Reflects Top-Notch Contemporary Yacht Design
The Pearl 82 packs a punch.
Middle Eastern and Nordic Design Sensibilities Find Harmony in This Australian Home
YSG Studio introduces color, pattern, and a cache of delightful tilework to a home renovation in Melbourne.
From an Abandoned Vineyard to Fine Wines
Leaning Post Wines is consistently ranked among Niagara’s best wineries, and its small-lot wines are gaining high scores at home and abroad.
Laila Biali’s Moving Music and Wintersongs
The Canadian jazz singer and pianist is set to release her new album on November 1.
Meet the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards 2024 Winner of Emerging Talent
At the 2024 CAFA ceremony, fashion designer Jontay Kahm was named the winner, reaffirming his position as a trailblazer in the industry.
Cocktail Culture Meets Southern Charm at The Celestine Hotel
This Michelin key New Orleans bolthole is steeped in history.
The Volvo EX90 Is for the Next Generation
The EX90 is a big, comfortable SUV that feels less like a step into the distant future and more like a bridge between two eras.
An Agave-Inspired Mexican Restaurant by Studio Munge
Mijo Modern Mexican Restaurant brings sophisticated elegance to the Las Vegas strip.
Tamara “Solem” Al-Issa Dives Below the Surface With Her Ceramics
The Syrian-Filipina sculptor based in Toronto hand-builds ceramics inspired by her multicultural roots and tradition.
Montreal Firm Bureau Tempo Brings Tranquility to a Historic Brooklyn Loft
Past and present converge in a flat above a bustling eatery in an industrial building.
A New Standard for Super-SUVs
The engineers’ relentless desire for more performance was one of the drives for updating the Aston Martin DBX707.
Jonathan Becker: Lost Time Documents Five Decades of Photographing High Society
The book features works spanning five decades of Becker’s illustrious career of editorial and personal work, most of which were never previously published
A Luxury Jaipur Hotel With the Regal Soul of a Palace Built for a Princess
Raffles Jaipur opened earlier this summer as the hyped followup to the ultragrand Raffles Udaipur, which opened in 2021.
Parisian Chic Meets Spa Serenity at a Boutique Dental Clinic in New York
Ringo Studio brings to life a warm and welcoming wellness retreat with Sama.
An All-Aluminum 50-Metre Dream Yacht of Italian Design
Ferretti Yachts caused jaws to drop with the all-new Custom Line 50, an ultraluxurious 50-metre yacht constructed entirely of aluminum.
An Eco-friendly Home on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast
Tucked among mature trees, this forest- and future-focused design by Callander Architecture and the owners is at one with the landscape.
5 Skin-Care Ingredients to Add to Your Routine This Fall
To help you fend off the worst of the winter skin woes, we’re breaking down the top five skin-saving ingredients to scan labels for.
