CONTRIBUTORS

KARI RENAUD

Garden Expert, “Garden News” (page 44)

A certified landscape designer and selfproclaimed hockey mom, Kari is the principal of Lilydesign Studio. What’s your backyard style? Modern and timeless with a pop of colour. I love modern design that is comfortable, functional and a bit funky. How do you freshen up your home for spring? Some bright flowers and foliage out front help give a fresh vibe and benefit the feng shui of our home.

IRIS BENAROIA

Writer, “Personal Style” (page 54)

Iris is a Toronto writer who shares a Georgian house with thousands of books, her bikecrazed boyfriend and their son, Charlie. Favourite spring flower? My namesake flower fits me perfectly. Seeing them on my desk makes for a meta moment, and the purple, yellow and white mix is nice. What will you be planting this year? Tarragon, dill, cilantro, parsley, and basil that I’ll inevitably forget to use when cooking.

JONATHAN LEGATE

Designer, “Kitchen of the Month” (page 58)

Jonathan is a Halifax interior designer whose work has been featured in East Coast Living, Vanity Fair and Elle Decor. What’s on your patio wish list? A new sectional sofa. It makes the best use of my small space. How do you freshen up your home for spring?

First I purge, then I declutter and switch display items to things that feel lighter. I also put away rugs and take down heavy drapes.