Howard495 is a highly personal approach turned emotional experience in acquiring art for others.
Vanessa Ferronato
A Gift Guide for the Traveller
In the sunshine or the snow, these gifts will keep them happy and comfortable wherever a friend or family member goes next.
First Look: Hotel Aka Alexandria
Boutique hotel Aka Alexandria, located less than 20 minutes from Washington, D.C., is the first American hotel designed by Lissoni New York.
Lunaz Design Is in the Business of Electrifying U.K. Icons
Lunaz Design takes classic cars and remanufactures them as electric vehicles, to be appreciated by a new generation of car enthusiasts.
A Gift Guide for the Home Bartender
NUVO has eliminated the guesswork, rounding up the finest wine and spirits to gift and drink this holiday season.
Laundry Is The Beauty Industry’s Next Frontier
While beauty brands continue to expand the notion of beautification, there’s a concerted effort to make “beauty laundry” products too.
Where to Stay in Sicily: Hotel Le Calette, Cefalù
Le Calette, a delightful family-run hotel, is the ideal place from which to discover the seduction of Cefalù, Sicily.
Inside La Maison Noire, Montreal’s Black Design Oasis
La Maison Noire is part private residence and part showroom in Quebec, created by design company La Firme and Bolitomino Studio.
A Gift Guide for the Excellent Dinner Host
For a holiday dinner party host, cookware and setting the table can set the tone of the evening, from the first appetizer to coffee and dessert.
With Barber Osgerby, Design Is to Keep
London-based studio Barber Osgerby design objects, spaces, and places that marry aesthetics and craft to stand the test of time.
Hermès Beauty Launches Le Regard
The Hermès Beauty collection is growing. Enter Le Regard, an eye-makeup collection that is, to state the obvious, desirable.
Leah Frances Documents the Quiet Complexities of Diners
Canadian-born photographer Leah Frances turns her lens to the humble American diner in her photo essay.
Chef Daniel Kenney’s Lamb Merguez Aglio e Olio
A twist on aglio e olio with the addition of lamb merguez and chicken stock from new restaurant Dahlia in Vancouver.
Home of the Week: Cherry Valley House by StudioAC
Situated in Ontario’s Prince Edward County, this house sits in a landscape of forest, dunes and the Lake Ontario Waterfront.
Montreal’s Souk Design Fair Returns for Its 19th Edition
Souk Montreal returns for it’s 19th edition, in a new home, showcasing the best of the cities designers and makers.
Artist Spotlight: Pascale Girardin
Pascale Girardin’s decades-spanning career in ceramics and art installations has earned several distinctions and awards for her studio.
Meet the Sisters-In-Law Behind the Fashion Brand Veronica Beard
Veronica Swanson Beard and Veronica Miele Beard are the spirited sister-in-law act behind Veronica Beard, the New York–based fashion brand.
Boss x Perfect Moment: Ski Like a Boss
A second collaboration between Boss and Perfect Moment combines the casual cool of the former with the performance of the latter.
Tiffany & Co.’s Oceanic Blue Book Collection
Tiffany & Co. channels the beauty of aquatic life in its latest Blue Book collection, which pays homage to Jean Schlumberger.
The Birthplace of the Negroni Reopens in Florence
Giacosa reopened in Florence, the birthplace of the negroni cocktail, and the lead barman is dedicated to making the finest cocktails.
First Look: Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach is the latest hotel for the chain, and offers something extra by way of the private Elwood Club.
This New Okanagan Winery Is a Pinot Lover’s Dream
Solvero Wines harnesses the unique terroir of the Garnet Valley in it’s Pinot Noir.
Italian Designer Guglielmo Poletti and His To-Tie Lamps
Italian designer Guglielmo Poletti deconstructs conventional designs of wall lighting before he builds them back up again.
The Dalmore Cask Curation Series
The Dalmore sources the finest casks to age its whisky from wineries and distilleries around the world, and its new Cask Curation Series pays these partnerships their due.
Aboard Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot
Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot opts for grand style, intended for those wishing to get off the beaten track yet always be in comfort.
Design Space: Pan Milano by Studio Wok
Pan Milano is multifaceted: part bakery, part restaurant, part wine bar, and part neighbourhood gathering place.
Octola Private Wilderness Reserve
In Rovaniemi, Lapland, above the Arctic Circle, resides Octola, the ultimate luxury getaway, where arrival is by snowmobile or dog sled.
Designs for Living: House at 9000 Feet
With an impressive portfolio, the studio of Nova Scotia–based MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects was tapped to develop House at 9000 Feet.
Recipe of the Week: Stracciatella Alla Romana
A comforting Roman soup recipe for the cold winter ahead.
Home of the Week: Fenwick by Australia’s Edition Office
Edition Office creates a nine-unit development, in a suburb of Melbourne, Australia that overlooks the beautiful Birrarung/Yarra River.
An Ultra-Limited Tequila Arrives in British Columbia
Volcan blends sweet and smooth reposado tequila with more complex añejo and extra-añejo tequilas in it’s X.A tequila, part of BC Liquor’s Premium Spirit Release.
Joseph Shabason Is Happy as Hell
A love for the arts, music especially, was instilled in Toronto musician Joseph Shabason from a young age.
Books to Add to Your Winter Reading List
In our new Winter 2023 Issue 99, we’ve listed two excellent book recommendations to add to your winter reading list.
Framing The Everyday Romania by Vlad Dumitrescu
Vlad Dumitrescu’s portraits turn away from Bucharest and the much mythologized Transylvania to forefront the people of Romania.
The Technician: Taka Kasuga on Arc’teryx and Veilance
Taka Kasuga is now the senior director, design, at Arc’teryx, the outdoor-gear brand based in Vancouver, while also overseeing Veilance, the company’s subbrand launched in 2009.
11 Luxury Advent Calendars
From beauty to fragrance to chocolate and coffee, gift-openers can look forward to receiving a little luxury each day.
Adad Hannah: Living Pictures
Vancouver artist, Adad Hannah, one of Canada’s most respected artists, breathes life into historical masterpieces in his tableux viviants.
The Black Tudor Pelagos FXD
This next iteration of the Pelagos FXD watch from Tudor is a tribute to the watches worn by the United States Navy.
First Look: The Dover George Boutique Hotel
A 150-year-old residence has been transformed into a boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Erie.
Design Space: Daphne by Studio Paolo Ferrari
The design of the new Daphne restaurant in Toronto is another demonstration of Paolo Ferrari shaking up the luxury hospitality industry.
TOBi Expands His Sound
TOBi explores themes as vulnerability, masculinity, and countering negative Black stereotypes across his unapologetic soul music.
Winter, Issue 99, Out Now
Letter from the Editor, Claudia Cusano.
Three Nordic Spa Experiences Not to be Missed
Icelandic and Canadian landscapes blended with Scandinavian traditions are the key to epic journeys into deep relaxation.
Belfast’s Traditional Music Trail
Tour some of Belfast’s most historic pubs with a musician as your guide on this folk music trail through the Northern Irish Capital.
Vancouver, Through the Perspective of Marley Hutchinson
A sense of nostalgia and timelessness pervades throughout photographer Marley Hutchinson’s photo essay “A Photographic Ode to Vancouver”.
Recipe of the Week: White Chocolate Raspberry Scones
Sweet white chocolate and acidic raspberries combine in these delicious scones.
Fresh New Suites Arrive at Antigua’s Jumby Bay Island
12 new ocean suites have been added at the Oetker Collection’s Jumby Bay in Antigua.
Home of the Week: Marine Residence by Openspace Architecture
In West Vancouver, Openspace Architecture takes a thoughtful approach to dramatic sites, creating a contemporary home with stunning views.
The Threads of God
Caffe la Tana is giving Vancouverites the opportunity to sample the world’s rarest pasta, su filindeu.
The Five Essential Wines From the Penfolds Collection 2023
Since its founding over 175-years ago, Penfolds, the esteemed winery, has established itself as one of the finest in Australia.
Four Hot Hotels for Your Next Trip to New York
If you’re planning a trip to New York and want to stay in one of the city’s hottest new hotels, these are four hotels to check out.
A Mekong Migration of Flavours
When Mekong Fine Thai Cuisine opened its doors in Creekside Village on Canada Day, it brought an eclectic blend of spices to British Columbia’s Coast Mountains, adding to Whistler’s already diverse gastronomical array of restaurants.
HiNote x de Gournay: Digital Messaging Meets Creative Excellence
HiNote offers a customizable alternative to basic digital communication, and presents a collaboration with renowned company de Gournay.
Douglas Coupland Presents The New Ice Age
The new collection by Douglas Coupland at the Toronto Power Plant explores the Canadian landscape and the effects of climate change.
First Look: Raffles Boston
Boston’s Back Bay neighbourhood has a new attraction: Raffles Boston, inspired by the city’s Emerald Necklace.
SilverStar Mountain Resort
While British Columbia boasts numerous exceptional snow sports destinations, SilverStar has remained somewhat under the radar.
The Art of Assemblage
Working in the Ozark Mountains, the team at Assemblage are on a mission to create the most exquisite handmade wallcoverings on the market.
Three Okanagan Valley Wines to Enjoy on International Merlot Day
With International Merlot Day being celebrated, it’s a good time to enjoy a glass of these three fine Okanagan Valley merlot wines.
Design Space: The Fifth Avenue Hotel
Set on fabled Fifth Avenue, it’s part of the flourishing NoMad neighbourhood, where high-style development is arriving at an impressive clip.
Anna Boghiguian Introduces Nomadism to Toronto’s Power Plant
In her new collection, Time of Change, Egyptian-Canadian artist Anna Boghiguian combats our historical amnesia with an exhibition spanning the globe.
Blasted Church’s Divine Wines
Blasted Church Winery was founded about 20 years ago and it has gained a reputation (and many awards) for the quality of its wines.
Recipe of the Week: Roasted Pepper Mussel and Clam Steamer
Chef Tommy Shorthouse from Vancouver’s Fanny Bay Oyster Bar has provided a comforting recipe made with clams, roasted pepper, and chorizo.
Home of the Week: Silver Summit by Imbue Design
Salt Lake City firm, Imbue Design, created a comfortable, elegant house able to withstand an extreme climate.
Step Inside L.A.’s Hottest Restaurant, Dante
This summer, the renowned New York restaurant and bar made its west coast debut, becoming one of the hottest reservations in town.
Angel’s Envy Honours Louisville’s Bourbon History
The Kentucky-based distillery Angel’s Envy has quickly made a name for itself thanks to its unique finishing process.
Eugenia Kim and 25 years of Millinery Magic
Eugenia Kim marks 25 years of excellence, creating a future filled with delectable garments for hat enthusiasts of all sorts.
Children’s Author Jon Klassen’s Book Recommendations
Canadian author Jon Klassen talks about the three books that changed his writing career and life.
2024 Land Rover Defender Rally Series by Bowler
In the Defender Rally Series by Bowler, driving teams compete in a fleet of rally-ready Land Rover Defender 90s.
First Look: The Myriad in Kentucky
The Myriad, created from a former disco ball factory, features a mix of vintage-inspired, industrial, and contemporary style.
Brunello Cucinelli and Holt Renfrew’s Exclusive Capsule Collection
Brunello Cucinelli, and Holt Renfrew, have collaborated on a new capsule collection inspired by the former’s personal wardrobe and style.
Sacro Bosco: A Mystical Sculpture Park Near Rome
North of Rome, in Tuscia, there is a mystical place called the Sacro Bosco di Bomarzo or the Parco dei Mostri (Park of Monsters).
Design Space: Meland Club Beijing by X+Living
Chinese architect Li Xiang, founder of X+Living, creates the latest fantastical amusement park, Meland Club Beijing.
Three Watches Celebrating Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos
Watch brands continue to release timepieces—timed for Hallow’s Eve and Day of the Dead—that feature skull-based artwork.
La Dolce Vita
With its blistering top speed of 56 knots, Centouno Navi’s Vespro opened more than a few eyes at Cannes with its power and sleek exterior.
A Taco Trek Through Kansas City
Satiate your inner taco enthusiast in America’s taco capital, Kansas, full of hidden gems that promise a sensory fiesta.
Recipe of the Week: Pad Thai
By Vancouver-based Chef Angus An, from his cookbook Maenam: A Fresh Approach to Thai Cooking.
Home of the Week: Rancho Mirage
Anthony Cochran Design and Studio AR&D create an architectural innovation, adapting the history of mid-century design for modern purposes.
Maison Corbeil Looks Back on Its 50-year Legacy in Quebec
Maison Corbeil celebrates 50 years by bringing back some iconic 1970s designs, through Montreal-based photographers Leda & St.Jacques.
Marcel Dzama: The Phantom of the Art Fair
Art Toronto will showcase an exclusive first look at mesmerizing paintings from Ghosts of Canoe Lake: New Work by Marcel Dzama.
2024 Ferrari Roma Spider
On a twisty, coastal road in southern Sardinia, the 2024 Ferrari Roma Spider proved comfortable and quick.
Heim Furniture Elevates Bespoke Furniture on Vancouver Island
Heim Furniture creates one-off commissions for customers, using sustainable North American wood, much of it sourced from Vancouver Island.
The Triumphant Return of Three Iconic Napa Valley Wineries
Schrader Cellars, Double Diamond Wines, and Mount Veeder Winery return after the 2020 vintage was wiped out due to wildfire.
Belle of the Ball: Wallywhy150
With its avant-garde looks, astonishing interior, and impressive performance it is no wonder the Wallywhy150 made such a splash in Cannes.
First Look: Jawakara Islands Maldives
Jawakara Islands Maldives is a tropical retreat where couples, families, and groups can discover five-star options for island time.
Why Visiting Athens in the Off-Season Is Ideal
When the crowds thin, Athens breathes, almost whispering a secret for those looking to experience the city’s authentic Greek heartbeat.
Design Space: Pastry Club Woda by Znamy Się
Location was everything when interior architecture firm Znamy Się, in Wrocław, Poland, approached the design for Pastry Club Woda.
South Africa’s Distinguished Wines
The prevalence of inexpensive South African wines on the market too often leads consumers to overlook the higher-quality wines.
Sculpting With Love: José Garcia Antonio
From his Oaxaca studio, Mexican sculptor José Garcia Antonio, creates primitive sculptures, planters, and vases using the region’s red clay.
Recipe of the Week: Chef Alan Older’s Pescadillas
For those missing beach weather, Chef Alan Older of Vancouver’s Smitty Oyster House on Main Street has provided a traditional Mexican appetizer, pescadillas, inspired by his time living in Playa del Carmen.
Dior’s D-Air Revitalizes Home Fragrance
Those whose signature scent is Dior can now perfume their homes with Dior scents.
Home of the Week: East Van Residence by SMStudio
With the East Van Residence, Simon Montgomery, architect and founder of SMStudio, configured the layout to optimize outdoor space.
Porsche 911 Targa 4S and Sport Classic
Porsche celebrates 75 years with the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, released in 2020, and the 911 Sport Classic.
Hinter’s Natural Model for Hotels in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Hinter, in Montreal, is building their first hotel on a 30-acre plot of land in Vermont, called the Outpost.
Bar Cart: Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, between Los Angeles and San Francisco on California’s Central Coast, is among the finest of California’s wine regions.
The Deer Valley Difference
Deer Valley offers beginner-friendly terrain, limits on skier numbers, uncompromising customer service and a world-class ski school.
Louis Vuitton Lifts Rugby’s Biggest Prize
Louis Vuitton, official partner of the Rugby World Cup, has designed the trunk carrying the Webb Ellis Trophy.
Maison Perrier-Jouët and Fernando Laposse’s Vision of Nature
Maison Perrier-Jouët’s latest artistic collaboration is with London-based Mexican designer, Fernando Laposse.
First Look: La Fantaisie in Paris
Faubourg Montmartre’s newest hotel is La Fantaisie, where whimsical decor welcomes guests to a garden-inspired haven.
Luxe Treatment at Whistler’s Wedge Mountain Lodge & Spa
A short drive north of Whistler, Wedge Mountain Lodge & Spa is the fulfilment of a long-standing dream of the Holdsworth family.
Design Space: Agli Amici 1887
Visual Display transformed a tavern into two-Michelin-starred restaurant Agli Amici 1887, where guests can relax in a serene atmosphere.
