What to buy: Double-duty furniture
Gautier’s team of interior designers happily offer in-store design consultations, space planning and renders, as well as site visits. 164 DAVENPORT RD 416 777 9494 GAUTIER.CA
Hollace Cluny
Wandering through HC’S elegant showroom, you’ll discover a selection of tailored furniture and accessories from such high-end brands as De La Espada, Carl Hansen & Søn, Knoll and Bassamfellows. New offerings of note include sophisticated, handcrafted and sustainable furnishings from Faina of Ukraine and the rough-hewn ethnographic works of Belgium’s Arno Declercq. Phenomenal lighting is also on display, including products by the cinema-, art- and architecture-inspired Atelier de Troupe, the expressive Giopato & Coombes and the minimalist, physics-pushing Douglas Fanning.
245 DAVENPORT RD 416 968 7894 HOLLACECLUNY.CA
Hollis+morris
H+M is a contemporary lighting and furniture studio that specializes in minimal pieces – some with a futuristic bent, and all manufactured on site. The impeccably honed furnishings integrate wood and metals: aluminum basin coffee tables, fiddlehead-like umbrella stands and off-axis conical stools that resemble large chess pieces. Imaginative luminaires include zigzagging Bolt sconces, paperclip-like Link pendants and the Willow pendant, whose frosted glass diffusers spiral horizontally around solid wood, like a budding tree branch.
501 ALLIANCE AVE, STE #102 647 970 9716 HOLLISANDMORRIS.COM
Home Smith
An eclectic yet curated selection of vintage, antique and modern accents and furniture greets visitors to this charming Roncy outpost. Larger pieces run the gamut from swanky velvet club chairs and weathered hickory bar carts to slender glass étagères with gilded iron frames. The diverse selection of textiles and accessories here includes Montauk linen throws, small-batch candles and vinyl mats inspired by world tile patterns.
309 RONCESVALLES AVE 416 484 3702 HOMESMITHHOUSE.COM
Home Société
HS brings French flair to the city. The biggest coup: the introduction of Ligne Roset to the uptown design district. This manufacturer boasts high-end furniture and accessories, from sleek yet sumptuous sofas (see Ploum) to chic dining chairs and sideboards (check out Book&look). Elegant media consoles and bed frames from Maison Corbeil round out the selection.
1270 CALEDONIA RD 647 696 4612 HOMESOCIETE.CA
Homestyle Furnishings
Natuzzi Italia’s luxe assortment of leather and fabric seating is the headliner here: the Euro collection boasts swivelling armchairs and deeply cushioned sofas with adjustable headrests. Models feature built-in docking stations, side pockets and even shelves for added versatility. The range comprises upholstered beds, dining and coffee tables,
and a recliner that intuitively responds to posture shifts.
1190 CALEDONIA RD 416 780 1055 HOMESTYLEFURNISHINGS.COM
Improve Canada
Organized like a trade show, this supercentre boasts 400 vendors ready to help with any home improvement task, from hardwood flooring to fine-art framing. Find innovative appliances and fixtures from kitchen and bath manufacturers like Jura, Leicht, Miele and American Standard alongside select products from Bauformat, Poggenpohl and Canaroma. Other standouts: Komandor’s custom closets and doors and The Door Boutique’s panoply of modern knobs.
7250 KEELE ST, VAUGHAN 416 417 7507 APPT REC IMPROVECANADA.COM
Industrial Storm
Owners Gary Flaherty and Hanson Tan offer personalized design services in a showroom that spotlights small-run and one-off furnishings and art objects – everything from furniture to Nepalese wool-blend rugs. Here, you’ll find concrete coffee tables on recessed castors by Oso Industries, casegoods by Ted Boerner, exotic fibre textiles from Bisson Bruneel and wallcoverings with dreamy painted scenes by Look Walls & Interiors. 367 DUPONT ST 416 955 9888 INDUSTRIALSTORM.COM
Interior Elements
Dedicated to top-quality Italian design, IE is the destination for high-end customizable and modular furniture, lighting and accessories. Tailored vignettes replete with marble slabs and wood panels provide the perfect backdrop for the luxe yet minimal (and exclusive) sofas, lounges and beds from Minotti, Molteni&c and Baxter. Exquisite lighting from the likes of Nahoor, Lasvit and Oluce – as well as premium Dada kitchens, which express innovation through the finest detailing – round out the offerings.
102 BERKELEY ST 416 928 0222 INTERIORELEMENTS.CA
ITALDESIGN
King East’s “design mile” adds another big hitter to its lineup. Boasting 13 megabrands under one roof, ITALDESIGN offers a concierge service for all things “contemporary home,” including a full-time architect on hand to execute your designs. Here, you’ll find Red Dot Award–winning kitchen systems by Ernestomeda, bath fixtures from Antonio Lupi, sleek furniture and closet systems by Misuraemme, and interior doors by Viva Porte. There is also Italian lighting by Artemide, appliances from Gaggenau and epic wallpaper by N.O.W. Edizioni.
325 KING ST E 416 346 4922 ITALDESIGN.CA
Italinteriors
Newly renovated, Italinteriors provides a graphic architectural backdrop for the most sophisticated furniture icons and casegoods from De Padova, Living Divani, Lualdi, Porro, Porada and Riva 1920. On the main level, Flexform’s sophisticated sofas, armchairs, tables and cabinets are delineated from Cassina’s classics (do see Pierre Jeanneret’s Capitol Complex collection) by vertical leather screens. Upstairs, Boffi’s new K21 island (featuring an Emperador marble top, integrated marble sink and individual Pitt burners) will astonish you. 359 KING ST E 416 366 9540 ITALINTERIORS.CA
Kendall & Co.
The decor centre at the front of this two-level showroom in Cabbagetown offers a vast range of European wallpaper, murals, accent trims and sleek drapery hardware. About 30 floor model sofas, sectionals, recliners, armchairs and ottomans – in transitional and modern frames – rotate seasonally throughout, while the walls are lined to the ceiling with fair-trade rugs in a variety of patterns, handmade constructions and materials. Window shades, drapery and upholstery fabrics dominate the back wall of the main floor.
514 PARLIAMENT ST 416 363 9914 KENDALLANDCO.CA
Kiosk
Kiosk’s space is an architectural tour de force: dramatic staircases and a catwalk lead through three floors of exquisite contemporary furniture by top European brands including B&B Italia, Glas Italia, Knoll, Rimadesio, Stua and Zanotta. Fall for the composed glamour of the Ren dressing table from Poltrona Frau – with its full moon–shaped mirror and secret leather-clad compartment – along with incredible lights from Flos, Foscarini and Bocci. New to the showroom: a dedicated space for Rimadesio’s exceptional interior doors and wall panelling systems.
288 KING ST E 416 539 9665 KIOSKDESIGN.CA
Klaus
Klaus is the long-time source for contemporary and classic designs by such esteemed manufacturers as Thonet, Artifort, Tom Dixon, Moooi and Louis Poulsen. Here you’ll find the work of pioneering German design studios Rolf Benz, COR and e15 alongside hip Danish brands Menu, Normann Copenhagen and &Tradition. Among the many exclusives is lighting by Montreal’s Lambert & Fils and Vancouver’s Andlight. Nienkämper next door showcases its own line of office furnishings. 300 KING ST E 416 362 3434 KLAUSN.COM
Kroft
Dustin Kroft has an affinity for versatile, original solid-wood furniture, and it shows in his made-in-toronto collection. With a focus on minimalism and craft, much of the new catalogue consists of ready-made small objects and bite-sized furniture items (check out those wall-mounted nightstands). Primarily focused on function and storage, Kroft’s floating consoles, wide-ledged wall mirrors, peg rails and shelving units all work harmoniously together. Custom work is also available.
124 CONNIE CRES, UNIT #11, CONCORD 416 928 5959 BY APPT ONLY KROFT.CO
Ligne Roset
Established in France in 1860, LR is a longtime leader in luxury modern furniture imagined in collaboration with international design superstars. See for yourself at its exclusive showroom, where its classic forms mingle with the newfangled. On the floor, you’ll find Togo, the famous all-foam sofa by Michel Ducaroy; Inga Sempé’s Ruché bed, whose red frame is lovingly draped with a quilted padding; and Rewrite, Gamfratesi’s hooded walnut desk.
44 SHERBOURNE ST 416
363 8323 LIGNE-ROSET.COM
Made Design
Shaun Moore stocks one-of-a-kind products from independent designers. Check out Jeremy Hatch’s porcelain Best Before creamers for Ricochet Studio – shaped like open milk cartons – as well as detailed rugs by Studio Eeuwes and super-durable stools, bowls and wall organizers by Felt Studio. The real showstopper here, however, is the designed-inhouse inventory of customizable dining tables, upholstered furniture, built-ins and shelving. 70 GEARY AVE 416 607 6384 MADEDESIGN.CA
Mjölk
At Mjölk, a mix of Scandinavian home accessories and Japanese craftwork mingles with antiques, heritage Danish furniture from House of Finn Juhl, and contemporary, made-to-last pieces from De La Espada, &Tradition, Frama and Maruni. Yes, sophistication abounds at Mjölk. Among its many exclusive pieces are in-house collaborations with international designers – including tea light holders by Italy’s Luca Nichetto, which mix Murano glass with Toronto-produced brass – as well as Douglas fir stools from Norway’s Anderssen & Voll.
2959 DUNDAS ST W 416 551 9853 MJOLK.CA
Mobilia
Contemporary furnishings and decorative accessories for large homes and small spaces fill vignettes propped with lighting, rugs, throws – even a dash of office product. Popular items include modular leather sofas such as the Rockland II and Funktion sectionals, which feature fully adjustable headrests and tilted back seats respectively; the extendable Westlyn dining table with marble base; and the Wolfe bed, with its tall, tufted headboard upholstered in viscose–linen.
1425 DUNDAS ST E, MISSISSAUGA 905 625 9106 (ALSO: 71 COCHRANE DR, MARKHAM 905 305 0355; 700 CASTLEFIELD 416
782 1345) MOBILIA.CA
Modern Sense
MS is all about ultra-contemporary furniture. Continually refreshed stock includes Italian and Canadian mid-mod side chairs and occasional tables, slick dining sets and floating entertainment units. Some favourites: Innovation Living’s condo-friendly Long Horn sofa, which opens up to become a double-bed delight; Tonin Casa’s made-in-italy trestle-legged dining tables; and Huppé’s overstuffed sofas and solidwood bedframes with floating nightstands. 1875 WILSON AVE 416 746 9381 MODERNSENSEFURNITURE.COM
Molteni & C | Dada
M&C’S Vincent Van Duysen–designed showroom and refined vignettes illustrate its commitment to detail-driven furniture, accessories, storage solutions and kitchen systems. Accessory trays in the Gliss walk-in closet offer a place for every pocket square, while a dappled stone vessel sink reminiscent of terrazzo (from sister kitchen manufacturer Dada) and the Grid compositional wall system (with its many luxe customization options) stand out.
339 ADELAIDE ST E 416 362 2226 MOLTENIGROUP.COM
Montauk Sofa
Hardwood frames and springs tied at eight pressure points ensure Montauk’s cushy and
handsomely casual seats will hold up for years to come. The slate grey, sink-into-me backrest of the Heather sofa is draped with a pillow hood and oversized down-filled cushions for the ultimate Netflix-binge environment. Valcucine’s kitchen systems are equally spectacular; the sensor-controlled Air Logica reveals small appliances and cooking utensils hidden behind a rising backsplash with a wave of the hand.
220 KING ST E 416 361 0331 MONTAUKSOFA.COM
Nirvana Home Collection
Modern and contemporary home furnishings with an ergonomic edge are Nirvana’s forte. Desk lamps by Koncept and exclusive task and lounge chairs by Humanscale and Dutailier (this brand’s Technogel-filled seats provide unparalleled support and comfort) suit the needs of any workaholic, while Nirvana’s vegan down-filled sofa beds – made to order in Toronto – are equipped with hidden storage. Bedding collections including bamboo linens and New Zealand all-natural wool duvets round out the selection.
55 BLOOR ST W 416
929 8300 NIRVANAHOME.CA
Palazzetti
A loft-like setting complements the exclusive stock of minimalist furnishings and accessories here: the beautifully proportioned sofas by Bontempi in buttery soft leathers; the sexyslick dining chairs by Midj featuring rose gold legs; and the Leon credenza (whose front has an incredible trompe l’oeil ripple effect) by Casamania & Horm. Not to be outdone are Palazzetti’s bestsellers: Fornasetti’s decorative plates, vases and trays, as well as everything Bonaldo, including its luscious Bloom Ego bed with quilted headboard.
1020 LAWRENCE AVE W 416 785 7190 PALAZZETTI.CA
Pavilion
Clean lines, comfort and modern silhouettes give Pavilion’s sofas, dining tables and media units a timeless quality. Pavilion specializes in Canadian-crafted and made-to-order pieces, including deep, modular sectionals (with a selection of hundreds of fabrics) and minimal bedroom furniture in walnut and white oak. Also here: handmade dining tables and credenzas, original artwork and prints, lighting and home accessories. In-house design consultants assist clients with interior design. 42 GLADSTONE AVE 416 504 9859 PAVILIONMODERN.COM
Pekota Design
Pekota carries its own brand of furniture designed and built in Canada, as well as an assortment of pieces from around the world. Best described as industrial elegance, the collection of chairs, tables, sofas, shelving and lighting pieces made from hand-finished steel and wood is defined by a unique blend of modern and art deco styles. Also on offer: an assortment of live-edge wood slabs of various sizes and wood types.
810 FLINT RD, NORTH YORK 647 710 9573 PEKOTA.COM
Poliform
Look no further for streamlined and distinguished Italian furniture systems. Put your threads on full display with stand-alone wardrobes or walk-in closets with smoked glass doors and slender frames. Varenna kitchens redefine the art of cooking with ultra-thin cabinetry and integrated handles and lighting. Sprinkled throughout the showroom are luxe (and often multifunctional) furnishings, while stunning tubs and wash basins by Antonio Lupi occupy the lower level. 99 JARVIS ST 416 601 1661 POLIFORMTORONTO.COM
Quasi Modo Modern Furniture
QM is an elegant showroom displaying contemporary furniture from such top international brands as Herman Miller, Knoll, Cherner, Vitra and Magis. Find lighting of all shapes and sizes from heavyweights Artemide, Foscarini and Nemo, as well as birch pendants, crafted in Finland, by Secto Design. Balance form and function at the small scale, too: colourful glassware from Iittala is bountiful, as are such elevated essentials as Vipp’s pedal bins, soap dispensers and broom–dustpan sets, and Gan’s handmade-in-spain area rugs and poufs, whose colours and patterns will delight.
1079 QUEEN ST W 416 703 8300 QUASIMODOMODERN.COM
Resource Furniture
RF’S innovative convertible and modular furniture speaks to space-hungry Torontonians. Over 100 customizable pieces for adults and kids unlock their multi-functionality with a simple tug. Italian-made wall beds by Clei double as desks, couches or shelving units during the day, while cleverly incorporated corner closets, upper cabinets, or full-wall shelving maximize micro-apartments, home offices or dens.
322 KING ST E 416 901 7555 RESOURCEFUNITURE.COM
Restoration Hardware
Commanding four levels of retail space, this home furnishings mecca features entire floors dedicated to transitional, modern and outdoor collections. View a collection of its global designers’ creations: velvet tufted sofas, steel I-beam dining tables and hand-carved alabaster pendants. Don’t miss the luxurious alpaca throws, stonewashed Belgian bed linens and Moroccan wool area rugs, or the on-trend offerings for toddlers to teens.
YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE, 3401 DUFFERIN ST 416 322 9422 RESTORATIONHARDWARE.COM
Roche Bobois
Browse elegant, casual and contemporary furnishings in this airy two-storey showroom. Two collections – traditional Les Nouveaux Classiques and modern Les Contemporains – boast such stunners as the Carrara marble– based Aqua table and the low-slung Mah Jong modular seating system. The Globe Trotter collection by Marcel Wanders features sofas and cabinets sprinkled with illustrated motifs evoking fantastic journeys. Hand-tufted rugs from Missoni Home and Christian Lacroix add pizzazz.
101 PARLIAMENT ST 416 366 3273 ROCHE-BOBOIS.COM
Selene Furniture
One of the GTA’S largest modern Italian furniture showrooms, SF is just minutes from downtown. It’s also Ontario’s sole distributor of Sangiacomo custom wall units and wardrobes; Sovet’s glass, wood and ceramic specialties; and Meson’s integratedeverything kitchens. SF’S sofas, chairs and upholstered beds are made in its on-site manufacturing facility with remarkable turnaround.
8051 KEELE ST, VAUGHAN 905 669 2606 SELENEFURNITURE.COM
Shelter Furniture
An affordable Queen West vibe available to the Uptown scene: much of the rotating selection of contemporary to mid-century living, dining and bedroom furniture here is globally sourced. Experience one hip vignette after another, each a complete set combined with lighting and accents, and choose from well-tailored sofas with slim, small-profile designs; these pair nicely with SF’S mid-mod consoles, side tables and occasional chairs.
885 CALEDONIA RD 416 783 3333 SHELTERFURNITURE.CA
The Sofa Bed Store
Oh, the ubiquitous sofa bed…luckily, things are done a little differently at SBS. Instead of hiding a thin foam mattress inside the seat of the sofa, the seat here is made from a shape-retaining pocket-coil mattress – meaning the mattress is comfortable and the convertible sofa streamlined. Our favourites from the selection: the Movie Night sofa with wooden arms and the handsomely tufted Soho sofa with extra-wide armrests.
590 MOUNT PLEASANT RD 416 901 9134 THESOFABEDSTORE.COM
South Hill Home
SHH is home to impeccably crafted pieces from around the world, from timeless contemporary elegance by French designers Stéphane Parmentier, Jean-louis Deniot and Joseph Dirand to the casual luxury of Brazil’s Jader Almeida. Talented Canadian designers’ work figures in the mix; be sure to see Matthew Mccormick’s ringed luminaires, Paolo Ferrari’s distinguished seating and Powell & Bonnell’s masterfully understated consoles.
146 DUPONT ST 416 924 7224 SOUTHHILLHOME.COM
Space Furniture
SF’S skilled artisans create custom millwork and furniture: 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-toclean kitchen surface. SF’S pieces are marked by their durability, affordability and timeless style.
SPACEFURNITURE.CA
Studio b/plan b
The impeccably crafted modern furniture here ranges from dreamy beds by Walter K. to sculptural consoles by Caste. Exclusives include transitional seating and carpets from Holly Hunt, columnar sculptures by Corbin Bronze, handwoven outdoor sets by Dedon, lighting from Penta and Oluce, and concept spaces dedicated to Italy’s Henge and Flexform Mood. The in-store Hästens shop showcases handmade mattresses from Sweden’s bespoke bed manufacturer.
380 KING ST E 416 363 2996; 416 941 1010 STUDIOBHOME.COM; PLANBOFFICE.COM
Stylegarage
Stylegarage is a destination for industrial-chic wares and made-to-order furniture supporting local craftspeople and suppliers. Here you’ll find bespoke sofas, console desks and various customizable wood dining tables and kitchen