CONTRIBUTORS

PATRICK BILLER

Photographer, “Natural Instincts” (page 42) Before shooting interiors, Patrick worked at botanical gardens in Ontario’s Niagara Region and in Tofino, B.C. Best bargain buy? Designer linen bed sheets from a big-box store — I’ll take my luxury lying down. How would you spend $10,000 to refresh your home? I’m an enthusiastic home cook, so I’d buy a new gas range to please my plant diet.

MÉLANIE CHERRIER

Designer, “Daily Rituals” (page 66)

Mélanie’s design mission is to create spaces that are durable and have a warm, timeless ambience. Something that’s worth the splurge? An impressive chandelier that makes a bold centerpiece in any room. Piece you’d rather refinish than replace? My vintage Louis XV–inspired canapé settee. I’m thinking of reupholstering it in velvet.

CHRIS NUTTALL-SMITH

Writer, “Kitchen Stories” (page 76)

When the Top Chef Canada judge isn’t working, Chris spends his time hiking and backcountry canoeing. Best bargain buy? The giant 1930s newspaper ad posters on our staircase wall — they cost only $15 and never fail to turn heads! How would you spend $10,000 to refresh your home? Great-quality paint; it’s the most underrated upgrade in a room.