Closet systems
Closet Systems California Closets
Let CC’S consultants walk you through the process of selecting customized organization and storage solutions for the garage, office, bedroom, kitchen and more: think workbenches replete with drawers, Murphy beds and wardrobes with adjustable shelving, as well as hampers and lighting. Finishes include the Tesoro line, which mimics linen and herringbone. 1400 CASTLEFIELD AVE 416 342 1717 (ALSO: 158 DAVENPORT RD 416 342 1717) CALIFORNIACLOSETS.COM
Komandor
Bespoke closets, cabinets and office and entertainment systems, as well as room dividers with nearly invisible frames, reign supreme here. Interior drawers and shelves can be crafted in all sizes, while sliding door options – made of sustainable wood – are endless. Panels from European brands Kronopol and Egger come in an array of colours, while Decorativo lets you get arty with custom digital prints. IMPROVE CANADA, 7250 KEELE ST, UNIT #87 905 636 1968 (ALSO: 863 RANGEVIEW RD 905 766 0880) KOMANDOR.CA
Space Solutions
SS helps small-space dwellers make the most of tight quarters with custom doors and storage furnishings, including bookcases, powder-coated MDF cabinets, modular industrial-style shelving units and Murphy beds with integrated compartments. Garages are covered, too, with stainless-steel-topped cabinets and slat walls with adjustable brackets. 660 EGLINTON AVE E 416 322 5575 SPACESOLUTIONS.CA More closet systems: B.O.F.F, Dom Interiors, Gautier, Irpinia Kitchens, Molteni & C | Dada, Muti, Poliform, Resource Furniture, Scavolini, Selene, Suite 22 and Trevisana.
Contemporary Furniture
18 Watt
Interior designers flock to 18 Watt to access exclusive continental furniture and lighting. The no-nonsense showroom packs in scores of examples of avant-garde Spanish seating from Beltá and Casadesús. The Spanish influence continues with poufs, benches and poolside furniture designed by Ross Lovegrove, Javier Mariscal and Karim Rashid for Valencian manufacturer Vondom. Sweden’s Johanson morphs its sound-deadening pressed felt into acoustic wall panels and stackable chairs. 834 CALEDONIA RD 416 787 1818 18-WATT.COM
Akroyd Furniture
Visitors peruse a range of bespoke mod furnishings in walnut, cherry, white oak and maple – all sourced from regional woodlots – and crafted on site. Check out the media cabinets with slatted doors, platform beds that boast cantilevered side tables and slide-out storage drawers. Dining chairs in black walnut or solid cherry are the perfect complement to AF’S signature tables. 15 CASE GOODS LN, STE #101 & 102 416 367 5757 AKROYDFURNITURE.CA
The Art Shoppe
Treasure-hunting is easy in this 7,000-squaremetre showroom of classic and trendy furniture staples. While AS sources internationally, its modern Italian choices are most noteworthy: contemporary sectionals in white leather and linen, compact dining chairs with curved backs and walnut-framed accent tables finished in trendy rose gold. North American goodies include Kate Spade’s velvet accent chairs, as well as a peacock-blue tufted headboard by Cynthia Rowley. 71 KINCORT ST 416 487 3211 THEARTSHOPPE.COM
Augustus Jones
Drawing its name from a 19th century Upper Canada land surveyor, Augustus Jones specializes in bringing stunning European furnishings for living, dining and office to the New World. Such previously hard-to-find pieces include an incomparable selection from Enne, like the colourful Ilia table made from Turkish glass, and Icy-a, a geometric coffee table of wood and brass. 33 DAVIES AVE 416 360 1788 AUGUSTUSJONES.COM
Avenue Road
AR’S 1907 industrial building is the perfect backdrop for a selection of exclusive luxe furniture and accessory lines. In the soaring showroom are iconic Brazilian chairs from Oscar Niemeyer and Jorge Zalszupin alongside pieces from Piet Boon and Sebastian Herkner. Nanda Vigo’s Kingdom Mirror creates a stunning
3D statement with its vertical surfaces lined up at odd angles, while hand-knotted wool floor coverings by The Rug Company feature new looks from Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood. 415 EASTERN AVE 416 548 7788 AVENUE-ROAD.COM
B.O.F.F. Wall Bed
This Murphy bed manufacturer has been accommodating space-starved condo dwellers since 1986. Scores of showroom vignettes highlight customizable wall beds, home-office systems and go-anywhere cabinets. There are endless styles for shelving, hardware, door finishes and panels, from Shaker to modern. The truly space-deprived will love the wall-bed units that incorporate a desk, a bookcase or even a sofa. 4249 STEELES AVE W 416 636 2633 BOFFWALLBEDS.CA
Barrymore
Upholstered furniture handmade in Toronto is Barrymore’s claim to fame. After picking out a sofa, sectional, daybed or headboard, shoppers can choose from thousands of leathers and fabrics – including options by Kate Spade, Kravet and Robert Allen – before their piece is constructed in the adjacent workshop. For ready-made wares, consider casegoods by Modern History, contemporary dining sets by Huppé and art deco-inspired credenzas and consoles by Galleria d’epoca. 1168 CALEDONIA RD 416 532 2891 BARRYMOREFURNITURE.COM
Biltmore Domicile
BD’S eclectic Distillery District showroom feels
a little like an attic full of treasures – albeit stylish treasures of impeccable craftsmanship. The three-decade-old family business specializes in bespoke sofas that are made with kiln-dried maple frames and are available in an array of upholstery options and cushion fills. The inventory includes traditional loveseats and contemporary sectionals, plus home accents made by local designers. 39 PARLIAMENT ST 416 360 7632 BILTMOREFURNITURE.COM
Black Rooster Decor
Nina Ber-donkor and Prince Brefo-donkor’s boutique sparkles with the glamour of a Hollywood Regency manse. A wide selection of black, gold and metallic decor accessories is displayed on marble-topped tables, including playful solid brass hand sculptures and golden pineapple-shaped canisters. While Jonathan Adler’s sumptuous Champagne candles and gilded coaster set offer hits of glitz, all of the pieces in BR’S impressive assemblage of his furniture make for stunning statement-makers. 1025 QUEEN ST E 416 465 7778 BLACKROOSTERDECOR.COM
BLVD Interiors
Catering to contemporary-style lovers tight on cash – and space – BLVD offers affordable, compact and multifunctional pieces: think wheeled bar carts, platform beds with storage drawers and stackable dining chairs. Guesthosting condo dwellers will appreciate the extensive selection of sleep solutions that redefines the futon: Mobital’s ISO transforms from armchair to lounger to single bed and back again, and the mid-mod Walter sofa is a foldout sleeper with room enough for two. 707 QUEEN ST W 416 362 5222 BLVDINTERIORS.COM
Boconcept
Denmark’s largest furniture retailer seamlessly mixes functionality and modern luxury in residential staples at an affordable price point, with plenty of ways to customize. The modular Copenhagen system appears in one area of the showroom as a bookcase, and in another configured as a desk unit with filing cabinet. Another multifunctional wonder is the cushy Hampton sofa, which boasts an ottoman and armrests with built-in storage. 230 ADELAIDE ST E 647 352 8802 BOCONCEPT.CA
Cabinet
Whether it skews modern or classic, your taste is sure to be met by the diverse selection of handcrafted wooden furniture found here. Standouts include a sideboard with doors boasting wood-collage panels that pop against the smooth white frame; the Elizabeth dining table with its circular top and hefty octagonal base; and the popular Union desk in maple with two X-shaped supports. 354 DAVENPORT RD, STE #100 416 923 9234 CABINETFURNITURE.CA
Calligaris
This Italian manufacturer’s forte is sophisticated furnishings that exude youth and elegance. Take, for instance, the Lazy armchair, a bestseller thanks to its sinuous profile and poppy colourways. Another new arrival, the modular Kora sofa, can be configured with a handy side-table module ready for cocktails or snacks. Many offerings are designed with durability in mind – the self-healing Phoenix surface on its tables miraculously bonds back together after being scratched. 170 KING ST E
416 504 2959 CALLIGARISTORONTO.CA
Carrocel
A stone’s throw from Yorkdale is a showroom with enough high-end original and custom furniture to outfit the mall. Carrocel is ordered into vignettes flush with stately transitional and contemporary seating and casegoods – with a good dose of modern and classic vintage thrown in. Our favourite pieces include a pair of boomerang armchairs in mint green, a ‘40s-style rosewood sideboard and burl-and-chrome cocktail tables by Milo Baughman. 245 BRIDGELAND AVE 647 694 4683 CARROCEL.COM
Casalife
Head to Liberty Village for sustainably made condo-scale furniture with panache. The 1,395 square metres of living, dining and bedroom vignettes are artfully accented with bold lighting and lush area rugs. While the shop’s coup-decoeur has long been sleeper sofas like American Leather’s Milo and Versa models, shoppers will be tempted by multi-purpose pieces, including Skovby’s SM30 High Rise Table that changes height with the push of a button. 170-171 EAST LIBERTY ST 416 922 2785 (ALSO: 2532 YONGE ST 416 922 2785; 350 EVANS AVE 416 922 2785) CASALIFE.COM
CB2
Its condo-friendly furniture, lighting and accessories were always cooler than sibling Crate & Barrel’s, but CB2’S collaborations with established designers and gifted newcomers have put it over the top. Jannis Ellenberger’s swivelling leather Cupa chair updates ‘70s flair for the 21st century, while Mark Daniel’s glass and chrome Tesso bookcase marries a minimalist aesthetic with maximum stability. 651 QUEEN ST W 416 366 2828 CB2.COM
The Chesterfield Shop
With five locations, TCS has acres of loveseats, recliners and sofa beds – including collections from Palliser, American Leather and Winnipeg’s Pinnacle Studio (whose sectionals have reclining headrests) – to choose from. Urban-scaled options like benches and armchairs with stowable mattresses are smart, as are the theatre-style recliners kitted out with ipad stations, built-in speakers and Bluetooth connections. 2045 YONGE ST 416 667 1150 (ALSO: 4900 DUFFERIN ST; 1218 KENNEDY RD; 1248 DUNDAS ST E; 17940 YONGE ST) THECHESTERFIELDSHOP.COM
Coolican & Company
“Endlessly durable, purposefully made” is Coolican’s motto for a reason – its heirloomquality wooden chairs, benches and stools are painstakingly constructed in small batches right in the company’s Toronto workshop, housed in a former munitions factory. A recent addition to the small-but-growing line of sturdy, minimalist furniture is the Shaker-inspired Madison chair: made from Ontario white oak, hand-woven Danish cord and brass pegs, it aptly embodies Coolican’s commitment to excellence and simplicity. 225 STERLING RD, UNIT #200B BY APPT ONLY COOLICANANDCOMPANY.COM
Commute Design
A hive of creative activity, this store-cumdesign studio is packed with original, locally made furniture, lighting and art. Fixtures originally cooked up for Commute’s many restaurant projects, such as the brass rod and glass orb chandeliers recently created for Oretta on King West, can all be ordered from here to go. Complement your choice of statement light with a striking black marble-topped dining table set on bent brass supports that recall jointed spider legs. 365 DUPONT ST 416 861 0521 COMMUTEDESIGN.COM
Crate & Barrel
Easy-to-mix accessories and craft-conscious furniture and tableware are C&B’S stock-intrade. Standouts include the Pennie sofas and armchairs by Welsh designer Bethan Gray, which feature plush curves in cornflower blue and tapered dowel legs, and the Mallorca collection of porcelain plates from Italian designer Paola Navone that recalls undulating sea creatures. Also in store are Shaker-inspired dining tables with drop leaves, zinc-plated hardware from Pennsylvania designer Bill Eastburn and small Kitchenaid appliances in a distinctive pistachio hue. YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE, 3401 DUFFERIN ST 416 657 4100 (ALSO: SQUARE ONE SHOPPING CENTRE, 95 SQUARE ONE DR 905 949 1545) CRATEANDBARREL.CA
Decorium
A family-owned, two-storey shop presents its wide range of decor and furniture in vignettes, staging sofas, dining tables, bedroom sets, accent rugs and accessories to appeal to lovers of contemporary and traditional design. Sink deep into the Ramsay Estate sofa, upholstered in comfortingly velvety fabric and available in configurations from ottoman to loveseat to sectional. The oval-shaped Jameson coffee table – finished in glossy cream – adds a modern touch, while the stone-coloured Amirah accent pedestal is a soothing textural option. 1212 YONGE ST 416 515 1212 (ALSO: 363 SUPERTEST RD 416 736 6120) DECORIUM.COM Refined modern classics contrast with exposed brick walls in a lofty space where licensed furnishings from Knoll and Cassina are interspersed among DWR’S own modern designs, including the Jonas sofa, with slender legs and a gentle arc to its armrests. For a not-yet-ubiquitous mid-century classic, look to the recently relaunched Seal chair by Danish designer Ib Kofod-larsen. Those seeking a more contemporary lounger will fall for Herman Miller’s Striad, which looks like the throne Darth Vader might choose to relax in. 214 KING ST E 416 977 4003 DWR.COM
Designers Walk
Dedicated to the interior design industry is a five-building complex housing some of the city’s top showrooms. Hollace Cluny features exclusive collections from such iconic brands as Knoll; Ernestomeda designs innovative kitchens; and Kroft carries locally crafted fine furniture. Get your bearings at the Resource Centre, a one-stop shop for high-end wallcoverings, flooring, textiles, lighting and
furniture. RESOURCECENTRE, 168 BEDFORD RD, 2ND FL 416 961 1211 X225 DESIGNERSWALK.COM
Designrepublic
In the F.C. Burroughes Furniture Company’s former digs – one of the city’s greatest intact historic buildings – DR sells of-the-moment, urbanite-appropriate furniture. Live-edge dining and coffee tables with customizable steel bases are a draw, as are locally made sofas with hundreds of fabric options. Another favourite, the industrial Rochelle stool, is available with and without a back, and in such shades as cerulean and lemon yellow. 639 QUEEN ST W 416 603 0007 MYDESIGNREPUBLIC.COM
Elte
Many a style-savvy shopper makes Elte their first stop for sofas, tables and beds from a stacked lineup of designers including Kara Mann, Timothy Oulton, Aerin Lauder, Thomas Bina, Milo Baughman and Thayer Coggin. Seek out lighting and accessories from Danish darlings KBH, and try out luxurious mattresses from Vispring. There are also scores of broadloom and handmade carpet options at the ready; vintage Moroccan rugs feature deep hues in lattice patterns. 80 RONALD AVE 416 785 7885 ELTE.COM
Elte Mkt
A groceteria for design, EM’S raw industrial space caters to a younger, more modern clientele than sister store Elte with an everchanging inventory of urbane, compact furnishings including sofas, poufs and lighting – not to mention a strong selection of cowhide, vintage kilim and colourful silk rugs. Customize with EM’S special-order upholstery program. 1381 CASTLEFIELD AVE 416 789 0800 ELTEMKT.COM
EQ3
With an economical approach to high design,
EQ3 produces intelligently crafted and retrosleek furniture and accessories. Its latest collection introduces the plump upholstered Cello bed, as well as the powder-coated steel and oak-veneered rubberwood Grow storage system, available in configurations suited to both vast libraries of books and simple arrangements of a few select tchotchkes. Speaking of which, the Posey series of pastel ceramic vases is full of playful geometric forms ready to bring fresh energy to any room. 222 KING ST E 416 815 2002 (ALSO: 51 HANNA AVE, UNIT #3 416 533 9090) EQ3.COM
Fisker International
Headed by owners with a growing design-build business (they outfitted the Globe and Mail’s new digs), this design studio’s showroom is a no-nonsense, 220-square-metre loft. Stop here for high-end Italian and Danish furnishings, lighting and more, including seating from Plank and Frag, and contract furniture by Howe and Holmris. There are tilt-and-turn windows from Internorm and kitchens by Cesar, as well as sit/ stand desks, rugs, radiators and architectural lighting. 100 STEWART ST, UNIT #58 INFO@FISKERINTL.COM TRADE & BY APPT ONLY FISKERINTL.COM
Gautier
The enviro-conscious, convertible furniture found here is perfect for tiny condos or rooms performing double duty. Components from the modular Domino sofa system, available in a full variety of fabrics and leather, can be combined to create sofas, sectionals and chaises, and reconfigured on the fly to adapt to changing living arrangements. The Nocturne Murphy bed folds up to serve as a desk, dining table or TV stand by day, while those with more space can opt for the playful Symphony bed featuring a headboard inspired by piano keys. 230 ADELAIDE ST E 416 777 9494 GAUTIER.CA
Green Light District/recloth Modern
Shop owners David and Deborah Peets travel the globe to find eclectic furnishings sourced directly from independent artisans. Most recently they’ve moved their shop three blocks to begin a collaboration with Recloth Modern. The warm space effortlessly blends GLD’S offerings with
RM’S vintage finds, drapery and upholstery options. New arrivals include linen botanical tapestries from South Africa, and a woven leather-and-oak lounge chair from Christopher Solar. 457 RONCESVALLES AVE 416 272 5005 GREENLIGHTSHOP.CA; RECLOTHMODERN.CA
Greentea Designs
This eastern oasis specializes in custom furniture inspired by Japanese, Korean and Chinese traditions. The popular Step Chests showcase handcrafted woodwork, fine joinery and hand-forged iron handles. The Lattice collection, including the Shoko TV Stand, features the clean lines of the Zen aesthetic. Also on display: a kitchen built from reclaimed ginkgo wood sourced from Asia that can be scaled to any space. 388 CARLAW AVE, STE #200 416 462 1459 GREENTEADESIGN.COM
Hardware Interiors
Murray Duncan, Brett Paulin and Jordan Tabachnik seek out vintage furniture and salvaged materials to craft into functional and artful bespoke tables, lighting and installations under their in-house label Morgan Clayhall. With this eclectic mix, Hardware Interiors serves up unique designs for both residential and commercial spaces. Standouts include the cabinets in the Art Door series, which provide stunning canvases for Duncan’s mixed-media paintings and can be custom sized and finished. 1C STRANGE ST 416 462 3099 BY APPT ONLY HARDWAREINTERIORS.COM; MORGANCLAYHALL.COM
Hollace Cluny
Owner Susan Fowlie offers an unrivalled selection of sophisticated home accessories, lighting and furnishings from such top-of-the-line brands as Knoll, De La Espada and Carl Hansen & Søn. New to the sun-filled space are Gabriel Scott’s black steel Prong bench – topped with a cushion of herringbone fabric – and Harlow chandelier, with blown glass in a jewellery inspired setting. Also on offer are charred wood side tables with brass inlay from local designer Marcello Apa, and the Circuit series from lighting favourite Apparatus Studio, which playfully updates a retro motif. 160 PEARS AVE, STE #203 416 968 7894 HOLLACECLUNY.CA
Hollis + Morris
If you love the minimalist stylings of furniture designer Mischa Couvrette, you’ll be happy to know that you can get up close and personal to his impeccably honed tables, chairs and light fixtures – and the designer himself – in his showroom and workshop. Couvrette’s Parkdale chairs are popular, but his imaginative luminaires steal the show: the new Bennington pendant, an ingeniously customizable lighting system of wooden dowels and steel connectors, can be configured to fit any space. 501 ALLIANCE AVE, STE #213B 647 632 8241 BY APPT ONLY HOLLISMORRIS.COM
Homestyle Furnishings
Natuzzi’s luxe leather seating options are the headliners here: the collection’s swivelling armchairs feature clean lines and deep cushioning, while sectionals sport adjustable headrests for added comfort. The Natuzzi Editions line offers a bookish selection of sofas in a wide range of colours. Take the Italian brand’s latest innovation for a test drive: the Re-vive performance recliner (stylishly finished in leather, micro fibre or fabric) intuitively responds to your shifting posture without levers. 1190 CALEDONIA RD 416 780 1055 HOMESTYLEFURNISHINGS.COM
Hudson’s Bay
The sixth floor of the iconic Canadian brand’s flagship store is stocked with high-end furniture and appliances: leather sofas from Natuzzi Italia, retro-cool refrigerators from Smeg and classic Acapulco Chairs re-imagined by Innit Designs. Head to the seventh floor for a wide array of cookware, dinnerware and tabletop accessories, from Georg Jensen’s curvaceous Cobra candleholders and Kate Spade’s fanciful serving plates to Kitchenaid mixers and Le Creuset baking dishes in every colour of the rainbow. 176 YONGE ST 416 861 9111 (ALSO: 44 BLOOR ST E 416 972 3333; YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE, 3401 DUFFERIN ST 416 789 8011) THEBAY.COM
Improve
Organized like a trade show, this supercentre boasts 400 vendors ready to help with any home-improvement task, from flooring to fine-art framing. Find innovative appliances and fixtures from kitchen and bath manufacturers including Miele and American Standard, and curated selections from Calligaris and Canaroma Bath & Tile. Other standouts: Komandor’s custom closets and doors, Pedini’s Italian kitchens and The Door Boutique’s panoply of modern knobs and hinges. 7250 KEELE ST 416 417 7507 APPT REC IMPROVECANADA.COM
Industrial Storm
Gary Flaherty and Hanson Tan, working with Whittington & Co., produce posh upholstered furnishings with a chic urban edge. Their keen curatorial sensibility is on full display in their showroom, which they have filled with small-run and one-off art objects, including spun-bronze occasional tables from Corbin Bronze and sculptural lighting from Mcewen Designs. New and exclusive: French fabric house Bisson Bruneel, which uniquely blends such exotic fibres as horse hair and copper, and offers resin-coating fabrics for multiple applications. 367 DUPONT ST 416 955 9888 INDUSTRIALSTORM.COM
Interior Elements
A mecca of high-end Italian furniture, IE has
14 rotating vignettes with pieces from Henge, Baxter and Minotti, including tailored sofas and chaise longues that highlight the latter brand’s minimalist aesthetic and attention to detail. Minotti’s Freeman sofa, for instance, includes decorative stitching that creates a sharp geometric pattern. Those seeking something a little wilder will be drawn to Edra’s offerings, which include console tables that appear to be composed from shards of broken glass.
102 BERKELEY ST 416 928 0222 INTERIORELEMENTS.CA
Italian Art Interior
Kitchen systems, decorative wall panels, wine cellars, dining tables and interior doors: IAI has an intriguing mix of offerings, all from – you guessed it – Italy. Our favourites include Bluinterni’s flush-to-wall doors with invisible hinges and finishes that range from natural stone to recycled leather. From Castagna Cucina comes the Natura kitchen with iron detailing and oak-and-marble work surfaces, as well as artful dining tables with regal pedestal bases and built-in Lazy Susans. IMPROVE, 7250 KEELE ST, UNITS #148-150 & #155-157 647 351 9393 ITALIANARTINTERIOR.COM
Italinteriors
Clean, inviting displays here are punctuated by Italy’s most sophisticated furniture icons. Flexform, Gallotti & Radice, Living Divani and Porro are all represented in palettes of natural grey, taupe, cream and white. The Beam sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, for example, contrasts sumptuous cushioning with a rigid aluminum-girder base. Climb the grand staircase at the back to find stunning displays of Boffi’s elegant kitchen and bathroom systems – one featuring the smooth Iceland bathtub in an irresistible matte grey. 359 KING ST E 416 366 9540 ITALINTERIORS.CA
Jalice Interiors
JI’S beat is European furniture and lighting that embody old-world sophistication, but thanks to rich hues, curves and quirk, there’s not a stuffy item in sight. Seek out the striking colour-blocked sectionals and bodice-shaped lounge chairs from Freistil by Rolf Benz; Furninova’s cozy wingbacks animated by a pattern of bright buttons; Interstil’s splay-legged oak sideboards; and the high-impact Wallstreet desk, finished in contrasting black and camel leather. 152 AVENUE RD
416 551 5551 JALICE.CA
John Paul & Co.
In a two-level space that’s more mini-mansion than showroom, find accessories and furniture from luxury Italian brands including Fendi Casa, Richard Ginori, Missoni Home and Etro. Fendi’s portly Canova chest, with black-lacquered frame and leather-fronted drawers, features signature spy handles with hidden key slots, while prominent buckle detailing gives its versatile gunmetal-grey Blixen chair a stylish edge. Missoni Home fabrics are available to order – including the ever-popular chevronpatterned Jarris. 122-124 AVENUE RD 416 921 7787 JOHNPAUL-CO.COM
Kendall & Co.
Find transitional furniture, lighting and accessories that are full of character here, including a charming selection of window treatments and textiles. With a large portion of its in-store space dedicated to wallpaper,
K&C provides exceptional variety, ranging from traditional lines like Sanderson and Osborne & Little to textured papers from Innovation – including tropics-inspired options made with capiz-shell flakes or banana bark. 514 PARLIAMENT ST 416 363 9914 KENDALLANDCO.CA
Kiosk
Kiosk’s space is an architectural tour de force: dramatic staircases lead to three floors of exquisite contemporary furniture by top European brands including Poltrona Frau, B&B Italia, Cappellini, Knoll and Zanotta. It’s especially easy to fall for the glam Beetle family of chairs by Gubi, which takes inspiration from the insect world, and the shell-like headboard of Ligne Roset’s Desdémone bed, created to let tired souls cocoon in style. Also on site: incredible lights from Flos, Foscarini and Bocci (see the cloud-like 73 pendants, made from glass blown into fabric vessels) and super-detailed rugs from Sweden’s Kasthall. 288 KING ST E 416 539 9665
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Klaus
Perennially modern furniture by Artifort, e15 and Moooi is arranged alongside Tom Dixon designs that run the gamut from brass pendants to beer glasses. Among the showstoppers: the sensuous Nova by Rolf Benz transforms from sofa to recliner to bed, thanks to its rolling back cushions. Hay’s metal-framed New Order shelving appears throughout as both bookshelves and home-office systems, and Paul Smith’s colourful, limitededition Type 75 desk lamp for Anglepoise will enliven any work environment. 300 KING ST E 416 362 3434 KLAUSN.COM
Kroft
Dustin Kroft has an affinity for original, solidwood furniture, and it shines in a made-in-toronto collection that’s suited to homes, offices and shops. Kroft’s trestle tables – available in oak, ash or walnut and finished with hand-applied oils – are a handsome nod to Scandinavian, Japanese and Shaker styles. Simple yet playful designs include the Floor mirror that leans against the wall on pegs, and the Carrara marble-topped Stir tables with oil-finished popsicle-stick legs. 160 PEARS AVE, STE #312 416 928 5959 BY APPT ONLY KROFT.CO
Mobilia
Contemporary furniture for sleeping, dining and living rooms fill Mobilia’s vignettes propped with lighting, rugs, throws, cushions – even a healthy dose of home-office products. Much of it is tailored just-so for the condo crowd: take the Knowlten dining table in rosewood, which extends to seat eight, or the Wilkin convertible daybed with movable backrests for lounging however which way. New in store: Nolan dining chairs with baseball stitching and Noir beds with tufted velvet headboards. 1425 DUNDAS ST E 905 625 9106 (ALSO: 71 COCHRANE DR 905 305 0355) MOBILIA.CA
Modern Sense
MS is all about ultra-contemporary furniture. Constantly refreshed stock includes Italian and Canadian mid-mod side chairs and occasional tables, slick dining sets and floating entertainment units, as well as a huge selection of rugs and cushions handmade in India. Some favourites: Innovation Living’s condo-friendly Long Horn sofa, which folds into its metal frame to become a double-bed delight, and cushy sofas from Quebec’s Huppé. 1875 WILSON AVE 416 746 9381 MODERNSENSEFURNITURE.COM
Molteni & C | Dada
M&C’S neutral-toned vignettes illustrate its commitment to sophisticated, detail-driven furniture, storage systems and kitchens. Accessory trays in the Gliss Walk-in closet offer a place for every pocket square, while the Multitank sink from sister kitchen manufacturer Dada stacks together three sliding prep surfaces.
The delicately proportioned yet sturdy Arc concrete dining table designed by Foster + Partners is another gem. 339 ADELAIDE ST E 416
362 2226 MOLTENITORONTO.COM
Montauk Sofa
Hardwood frames and springs tied at eight pressure points ensure Montauk’s cushy, ultracomfortable seating holds up for years to come. The Lewis couch is the company’s newest star; shown in an alluring oily gold fabric, its layers of foam wrapped in down-filled cushions deliver the ultimate Netflix binge-watching environment. Valcucine’s kitchens are just as spectacular; the New Logica puts everything at arm’s reach, with fold-out shelves on the backsplash for olive oil, hooks for hanging spatulas and a giant door that lowers to hide clutter when it comes time to host. 220 KING ST E 416 361 0331 MONTAUKSOFA.COM
Morba
Here, you can indulge in modernist seating, tables and storage inspired by the designs of Saarinen, Eames and Maharam without marring your credit rating. You’ll find impeccable reproductions of classic furniture, as well as the occasional restored antique. Overhead, cluster pendants and softball-sized Edison-bulb lamps are on display, perfectly illuminating a collection of eclectic artwork (think patent drawings and vintage-styled maps). 665 QUEEN ST W 416 364 5144 MORBA.CA
Nirvana Home Collection
Specializing in modern furniture for the home and office, NHC zooms in on comfy, ergonomic seating and sleeping solutions that look smart when not in use. Zero-gravity recliners and task chairs by Humanscale can be found alongside adjustable work stations and discreet lighting from Koncept and Aerelight, while pressurerelieving Tempur-pedic mattresses line the walls next to Canadian-made bed frames and headboards and a selection of sofa beds with hidden storage. 55 BLOOR ST W, CONC LVL 416 929 8300 NIRVANAHOME.CA
Palazzetti
This loft-like showroom complements the striking, minimalist furnishings and accessories within, including classics from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Pierluigi Molinari and Achille Castiglioni. Among the exclusive stock is a laser-etched, origami-like plywood chandelier from Horm.it, Piero Fornasetti’s Themes & Variations decorative plates and Alivar’s luxe quilted-leather Boss bed. Morfeo’s dresser with a hidden valuables drawer and Maconi’s super-flexible Link bookcase are also of note.
1020 LAWRENCE AVE W 416 785 7190 PALAZZETTI.CA
Pavilion
Classic lines and understated silhouettes give Pavilion’s sofas, dining tables and media units – contemporary-styled furnishings designed with small-space dwellers in mind – a timeless quality. You’ll find rich walnut bedframes, compact credenzas and a selection of refurbished mid-century chairs and consoles. Particularly striking is the collection of oversized lamps and chandeliers, including the Lindsey Adelman-esque multi-branch chandelier in brass. 42 GLADSTONE AVE 416 504 9859 PAVILIONMODERN.COM
Poliform
The brick arches of this historic building blend harmoniously with Poliform’s extensive selection of streamlined and distinguished furniture systems. The store is divided into fully-furnished living spaces, complete with walk-ins, upholstered beds and modular bookcases. A recently installed Senza closet includes dapper leather-textured melamine doors, plus interior organizational compartments dedicated to everything from belts to handbags. Dazzling Varenna kitchen displays redefine the art of cooking with ultra-thin cabinetry and integrated lighting. Sprinkled throughout are luxe furniture pieces like the marble-topped Howard dining table and the velvet-covered Mad armchair. 99 JARVIS ST 416 601 1661 POLIFORMTORONTO.COM
Quasi Modo Modern Furniture
The vignettes in this striking white space display contemporary furniture from top international brands – Knoll, Cherner, Vitra and Gervasoni – as well as Canadian line Speke Klein and lighting from LZF and Foscarini. Knoll’s Saarinendesigned Womb Chair provides the ultimate cocooning spot, while Foscarini’s bold blue Twiggy floor lamp is lightweight yet remarkably durable. Other highlights include Artemide’s polished-aluminum Tolomeo desk lamps in gold and silver finishes, and Herman Miller’s Eames chairs in buttercup yellow. 1079 QUEEN ST W 416 703 8300 QUASIMODOMODERN.COM
Radform
This eclectic showroom displays a hybrid of furniture and home accents in classic, modern and whimsical styles. Take Ibride’s series of sculptural bookcases shaped like wandering polar bears, or Muuto’s Scandi-style table atop oak legs that seem to split at the middle. Made-in-italy sofas by Vibieffe can be sized to fit with mix-and-match elements, while the oak Kali chair by Jasper Morrison is a seat that looks good and does good: a portion of each sale supports an orphanage in Africa. 317 ADELAIDE ST E, STE #102 416 955 8282 RADFORM.COM
Resource Furniture
The name of RF’S game is innovative, convertible condo furniture. Ingenious pieces stay hidden when not in use, then jump into action with a simple tug. Wall beds by Clei function as homeoffice desks, couches or shelving units during the day. Other pieces perform far more than just double duty: the Picnic Bellagio coffee table lifts up to become a dining table or work surface – complete with bench – with a discreet storage compartment. 322 KING ST E 416 901 7555 RESOURCEFURNITURE.COM
Restoration Hardware
With its tufted-leather-upholstered sofas, sleigh beds and grandiose chandeliers, the options at this two-storey, one-stop furniture shop lean toward large and transitional. But RH has added more contemporary and modern wares, with many of the big draws in the lighting, outdoor and accoutrements sections. Don’t miss the luxurious alpaca throws, stone-washed Belgian bed linens and Moroccan wool area rugs. 2434 YONGE ST 416 322 9422 (ALSO: BAYVIEW VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTRE, 2901 BAYVIEW AVE 416 223 2055) RESTORATIONHARDWARE.COM
Roche Bobois
Elegant, casual and contemporary furnishings abound in this French manufacturer’s soaring showroom. Two of its collections – the traditional Les Nouveaux Classiques and the modern Les Contemporains – boast such stunners as the curvaceous Tangram sofa and the Mah Jong modular seating system. The Maison Lacroix capsule collection of seating and side tables combines richly hued velvets, bold prints and shiny brass accents with characteristic Parisian flair. A cabinet adorned with illustrations of
19th-century Arles is especially chic, while rugs by Missoni Home, Jean Paul Gaultier and Sonia Rykiel add colour. 101 PARLIAMENT ST 416 366 3273 ROCHE-BOBOIS.COM
Selene
One of the GTA’S largest modern Italian furniture shops is just 30 minutes from downtown. Selene is Canada’s sole distributor of Presotto Italia’s wardrobes, beds and wall systems; Sovet’s glass tables; and Meson’s modular wood, melamine and laminate kitchens. Also striking: floating bookcases and entertainment units by Sangiacomo, super-smart office systems by Alea and funky home accessories by Discipline. Don’t miss Selene’s own seating, custom-made on-site, including a new daybed with high-density foam and movable backrests. 8051 KEELE ST 905 669 2606 SELENEFURNITURE.COM
Shelter Furniture
SF brings a Queen West vibe to the uptown scene, without the downtown sticker shock. Much of its ever-changing selection of contemporary and modern furniture is sourced