Queen East

1 Augustus Jones

Drawing its name from a 19th-century Upper Canada land surveyor, Augustus Jones specializes in bringing stunning European furnishings to the New World. Its fresh white interior provides a pleasant contrast to the bold selection of indoor and outdoor furniture and accessories on offer, including previously hard-to-find brands like Enne and Fermob. The curvaceous Chips chair by Ton and the smooth lines of the Wicked series from Vincent Sheppard highlight AJ’S eye for daring forms and quality construction. 33 DAVIES AVE 416 360 1788 AUGUSTUSJONES.COM

2 Avenue Road

A 1907 industrial building is the perfect backdrop for AR’S selection of distinctive luxe furniture and accessories. Its expansive showroom is home to a variety of exquisite lines, from bespoke kitchen solutions by Obumex to minimalist lighting options from Apure. Jamie Hayon’s plush Vuelta armchair and Sebastian Herkner’s globular Mainkai lamp are evidence of a commitment to both beauty and functionality. AR also offers rugs from The Rug Company and textiles by Kvadrat/raf Simons – a Canadian exclusive. 415 EASTERN AVE 416 548 7788 AVENUE-ROAD.COM

3 Baby on the Hip

This eco-minded Leslieville shop has a great selection of toys, furniture, supplies and clothing for your mini-me. Kyte Baby sleep sacks in a range of adorable prints and Loulou Lollipop teethers made in the shape of cookies offer stylish twists on the necessities. Night lights and decor from Dutch brand A Little Lovely Company are the perfect addition to any nursery, while cloth diapers by Lil Helper and biodegradable alternatives from Bambo Nature are ideal for eco-conscious parents. 969 QUEEN ST E 416 465 4141 (ALSO: 2978 DUNDAS ST W 647 427 1484) BABYONTHEHIP.COM

4 Black Rooster Decor

Nina Ber-donkor and Prince Brefo-donkor’s boutique sparkles with the glamour of a Hollywood Regency manse. Its wide selection of statement-making furniture and decor objects gravitates toward the opulent, like Jonathan Adler’s velvet Maxime club chair, or benches and ottomans swathed with sheepskin or rabbit fur. Smaller pieces include brass sculptures, black and white ceramics and rich, earthy throw pillows. Gold and metallic accents are abundant, while a few touches of Lucite add to the space’s sumptuous allure. 1025 QUEEN ST E 416 465 7778 BLACKROOSTERDECOR.COM

5 Dark Tools

The pieces in DT’S bright and airy showroom emphasize architectural illumination systems that can transform any space. Its

835-square-metre interior feels like a gallery, showcasing a diverse array of captivating pieces. Fixtures from such familiar names as Brokis, Secto, Lifeline and Luceplan are displayed alongside more unconventional pieces, like Buzzispace’s bell-shaped pendant with sound-absorbing qualities, and Vistosi’s Puppet, which has chandelier arms that can be hung individually to create unique configurations. 750 LAKE SHORE BLVD E, UNIT #2 647 725 3275 DARKTOOLS.COM

6 Distill

A revolving collection of Canadian fashions and handmade objects by both celebrated names and fresh talents fill Distill’s new space. New Brunswick artisan Yolande Clark’s porcelain vases splashed in painterly compositions are accented with gold leaf, while YYY’S one-of-a-kind handmade stoneware teapots are definitive Zen. Mugs abound, but we especially love Makiko Hicher-nakamura’s multifunctional earthand pink-toned tumbler/cup/bowls. For indoor gardening buffs, EIKCAM’S porcelain hanging planters tied with leather string make for a perfect composition. 360 QUEEN ST E, UNIT #2 416 304 0033 DISTILLGALLERY.COM

7 Eclectisaurus

Leslie Zysman’s longstanding Cabbagetown boutique reflects the neighbourhood’s comfortable idiosyncrasy with a rotating inventory that highlights quirky, retroinfused furniture, lighting, kitchenware and textiles. The cozy shop offers an array of such vintage and antique pieces as stunning Italian glass chandeliers, striking wool textiles and teak furniture. Although the focus here is Canadian and European makers, there are a few pieces from other parts of the world in the mix, as well. Zysman also carries vintage clothing and jewellery, plus a unique selection of artwork. 249 GERRARD ST E 416 934 9009 ECLECTISAURUS.COM

8 Good Neighbour

Arrayed in a turreted two-storey cottage,

GN’S selection of cool and casual home and lifestyle accessories makes for a cheerful shopping experience. You’ll find staples like Herschel bags, Hudson’s Bay blankets and LAFCO candles complemented by local pieces from Drake General Store and Jenny Bird Jewelry. In addition to these classic Canadian essentials and locally sourced goods, GN offers a wide range of playful homewares and decor items, including retro Newgate Clocks and art books from Phaidon. 935 QUEEN ST E 647 350 0663 GOODNBR.COM

9 GUFF

Great Used Furniture Finds brims with vintage seating, tables and storage units. Estate-sale pieces from Eames, Herman Miller and Arne Jacobsen move through regularly, as do rarities like sculptural chairs by Guglielmo Ulrich or teak coffee tables by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen. GUFF’S pieces are meticulously vetted for style and quality, resulting in a tight edit of impressive furniture, while the showroom interior is sparse and open to allow the inherent beauty of the wares to speak for itself. 1 DAVIES AVE 416 913 8025 GUFFFURNITURE.COM

10 Hardware Interiors

Murray Duncan and Jordan Tabachnik search far and wide for the vintage furniture and salvaged materials they use to craft functional and artful bespoke tables, lighting and installations under their in-house label Morgan Clayhall. In this eclectic mix are unique designs for both residential and commercial spaces. Many of their spectacular custom pieces incorporate Duncan’s bold and abstract mixed-media paintings to create major statements. Cocktail tables featuring marble and exotic stone tops are also on offer. 31 SAULTER ST, UNIT C 416 462 3099 BY APPT ONLY HARDWAREINTERIORS.COM; MORGANCLAYHALL.COM

11 Kendall & Co.

This warm and inviting Cabbagetown boutique offers everything from window treatments and lighting to wallpapers and textiles, all with a whimsical touch. A portion of the store is dedicated to decor resources from upholstery to furnishings, while the remaining floor space showcases a rotating selection of local and ethically minded homewares, gifts, furniture and accessories. Among the notable recent additions are Canadian-made motion furniture, giftwares from Kalalou, wallpaper from Schumacher and Romo and sustainable hand-knotted bamboo rugs. 514 PARLIAMENT ST 416 363 9914 KENDALLANDCO.CA

12 Kids at Home

This Leslieville emporium proves that great style isn’t just for adults. Based on its series of bedroom vignettes, it’s clear KAH’S furniture and accessories for babies, kids and teens cater to youngsters of all ages and personalities. Its youthful decor items showcase chic Dutailier dressers alongside playful inflatable sofas and beanbags from Fatboy. The Canadian designs that make up the bulk of the selection include upholstered beds from Quebec’s Beaudoin and lamps by Loic Bard. 181B CARLAW AVE 647 352 5437 KIDSATHOME.COM

13 Kiondo African Imports

Owner Chris Johnson sources art, artifacts, furniture and textiles from across Africa for an inventory comprising masks, busts, stools, feathered headdresses, indigo mudcloth and other striking pieces. Among his recent finds are brass cuffs from Cameroon, beaded crowns from Nigeria, patterned baskets from Zimbabwe and wooden dolls from Ghana. Selections range in style and size, guaranteeing multiple ways to add worldly polish to any space. The boutique is also home to jewellery by Laura Serrafero of Eles Designs. 323 QUEEN ST E 416 533 9959 KIONDO.COM

14 Labour of Love

There’s something for everyone in this charming boutique, from greeting cards by Toronto-based Gotamago to jewellery from Vancouver’s Mimi + Marge – all part of an eclectic assortment of gifts, quality paper goods and other artful merchandise. Raymond Biesinger’s silkscreened prints of Canadian cities, each capturing an important moment in history (like the opening of the

CN Tower in 1976) are a standout. Home and apothecary items, like playful flasks or Leaves of Trees soaps, are also on offer. 223 CARLTON ST 416 923 8988 THELABOUROFLOVE.CA

15 Little Peeps

This homey Riverside boutique is the ideal

source for safe, environmentally friendly children’s wares. LP carries a fastidiously curated selection of goods, from clothing and accessories to books and toys. A hand-knitted donut rattle is among the many perfect gift options for tots, while a selection of simple jewellery and trendy diaper bags will keep parents happy. Also on display: beautiful Little Lovely night lights and trendy organic clothing by Denmark’s Small Rags. 742 QUEEN ST E 416 406 5437 LITTLEPEEPS.CA

16 Machine Age Modern

Jake Keck’s boutique is a treasure trove

of collectible vintage furniture, lighting and accessories. Modern classics from Eames are flanked by rare and stunning international finds like Hans Brattrud lounge chairs or Charles Rennie Mackintosh dining sets. Look for beautiful Danish teak bars that perfectly complement the other Scandinavian-inflected designs featured throughout the store. On top of its impressive selection of furniture, MAM also offers vintage culinary accessories, among them authentic retro mixers, dishes and cast-iron pans. 1000 QUEEN ST E 416 461 3588 MACHINEAGEMODERN.COM

17 Mi Casa

Under new ownership, MC has maintained

its wide selection of bold lighting and mirrors, sculptural furnishings and other home accents. Statement-making pieces abound, from crimson hand-blown glass bottles to shapely lamps and objects from Jonathan Adler. Christopher Guy’s stunning mirrors framed in hand-carved mahogany are a standout, and come in twisted, swirled or geometric styles. In addition to homewares and furnishings, MC also offers a selection of high-end apothecary items from French brands Belle de Provence and Lothantique. 238 CARLTON ST 416 929 1913 MICASATORONTO.COM

18 O.nix

This Corktown showroom helps customers

work up custom kitchen, living room and closet storage solutions by drawing from exclusive Italian and German lines that suit every taste and budget. Look for Biefbi’s integrated-handle units, which are displayed alongside high-tech grid-based systems by Störmer, as well as Zeyko’s thoughtful solid-wood cabinetry framed with artisanal finishes. O.nix now carries Olivieri’s closet, wardrobe and wall shelving systems crafted from wood for a unique blend of tradition and innovation. 550 QUEEN ST E, UNIT G121 647 499 1150 BY APPT ONLY ONIXDESIGNS.CA

19 Primetime Paint & Paper

Selection is king here: shelves are loaded with a vast library of wallpapers, in addition

to paints from Benjamin Moore, Corotech, Farrow & Ball and Para. PPP’S assortment of wallpapers includes Designers Guild’s bold graphics, Osborne & Little’s unique motifs and Cole & Son’s authentic period designs, as well as vintage and grass cloth papers. Not only does this shop have a wide range of wallcoverings and paints – it also carries the tools you’ll need to successfully transform any room. 299 QUEEN ST E 416 703 9846 PRIMETIMEPAINT.CA

20 Snob

Owner Denise Zidel sources premium authentic pieces for this African furniture and decor store in her global travels. Egyptian lighting illuminates fascinating vintage Cameroonian family portraits, while the eye can’t help but be drawn to the colourful dyed-feather headdresses on the wall. Makenge baskets and one-of-a-kind petite wooden furniture pieces are store staples that will be focal points in any room. Snob’s custom ostrich-covered furniture can be requested in a variety of hues. 388 CARLAW AVE, STE #202F 416 778 8778 SNOBSTUFF.COM

21 Space Furniture

SF offers an impressive variety of custom millwork and furniture, but that’s not all. Owners Alex Bak and Laura Payne also build contemporary cabinetry for kitchens and bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling fireplace surrounds, floating staircases, media units and closets. Their stainless-steel and Corian countertops are made to order with integrated sinks, providing a seamless, easy-to-clean kitchen surface. Working in a wide range of materials, from Plexiglass to ceramics, SF’S pieces are marked by their affordability, durability and timeless style. 479 QUEEN ST E 416 955 4559 SPACEFURNITURE.CA

22 Spruce

Kim Alke’s shop is filled with a cheerful array of barware and home accessories from local and foreign sources. A rainbow of stacking wooden parts from German toymaker Grimm is a sophisticated take on children’s blocks, while thoughtful wood and steel accessories from Super Good Thing add practical appeal. For the locally minded, Alvéole honey and Harbour Goods Co.’s Turkish blankets are good bets. Spruce also carries a small offering of carefully selected vintage art, furniture and accessories. 455 PARLIAMENT ST 647 748 4060 SPRUCETORONTO.COM

23 Studio Pazo

Besides the city’s largest collection of

housewares from Fornasetti, Stelton and Iittala, SP boasts plenty of vintage furniture, playful decor items and European tableware. Familiar classics like Alvar Aalto 60 stools are displayed alongside a diverse range of accoutrements, from glasses to ceramics. Multi-hued wooden trays by Vitra and patterned rugs by Sweden’s Pappelina are welcome bursts of colour, while such children’s items as Moomin books and Oyoy wooden toys round out the broadly appealing offerings. 219 QUEEN ST E 416 507 0000 STUDIOPAZO.CA

24 Task

Anne Seally – and her impeccable eye for handcrafted tableware, home goods and

gifts – is back, having moved shop from Brooklyn to the Beach. Inside this cozy space is the wide array of rare housewares you’d expect from an experienced New York buyer, including delicate Japanese towels made from organic cotton, tin-plated copper serving trays hand-hammered in Turkey and perfectly formed brass tea scoops. Candles from Tatine and Woodlot offer a pleasant olfactory breather from daily life. 1915 QUEEN ST

E 647 345 3444 TASKNEWYORK.COM

25 Up to You

Tucked unassumingly above a restaurant in the Beach, and looking like a style-savvy

friend’s apartment, UTY deals in designer wares that straddle the line between functional and curious – from plastic Solo cups reimagined as glass goblets to takeout container-inspired pendant lights. Torafu’s air vase, made from paper, can be moulded into a variety of shapes, and Midori’s brass number clips have industrial appeal. Meanwhile, playful and graphic road sign brooches will add whimsy to any outfit. 1483 QUEEN ST E 416 778 6487 UPTOYOUTORONTO.COM

26 Viso

A source for creative and stylish light fixtures made in Toronto, Viso carries

35 local lines. Top sellers include the beautiful Fort Knox pendant – a polycarbonate fixture available in a variety of metallic finishes – and the gorgeous dual-tone marble and cast-glass beauty of the Wandering Star. A fresh addition to the lineup is the Thin

LED, designed by Felipe Lisboa, which can be specified in a variety of metallic finishes, requires zero maintenance and is energyefficient and environmentally friendly. 388 CARLAW AVE, STE #207 416 461 8476 VISOINC.COM

27 Zenporium

Zenporium is deeply committed to

sustainability, offering guilt-free furniture made using only reclaimed and responsibly harvested materials. The Architectural Salvage collection repurposes teak found at old construction sites into striking side tables and storage units. Other pieces incorporate petrified wood, which has been cut and polished to highlight its inherent beauty, into beguiling pedestals and side tables atop minimalist steel bases. Zenporium also offers smaller pieces, including lighting fixtures and accessories made from repurposed metals. 388 CARLAW AVE, UNIT #202F 416 778 8936 (ALSO: 7250 KEELE ST, UNITS #46 & 251 855 891 8936) ZENPORIUM.COM

28 Zig Zag

Joe Graafmans’s vintage shop is a haven for

fans of furniture, lighting and accessories with sleek mid-century style. Expect to find a choice selection of teak furniture and accessories, like Arne Hovmand-olsen chairs and outstanding lamps sourced from Europe. The boutique’s focus on lighting has yielded even more incredible finds, including a space-agey chrome pendant from the 60s, and a striking Meret Oppenheim-designed Traccia table complete with bronze base topped with gold leaf on wood. 985 QUEEN ST E 416 778 6495 ZIGZAGMIDCENTURY.COM