

old Royal Naval College Greenwich LONDON
Maritime Greenwich is a World UNESCO Heritage Site – since 1997 – The ensemble of buildings at Greenwich, an […]

GARDEN seating
Gardens of all sizes on the West Side of Vancouver – from professionally landscaped to the sweat and tears of the homeowner, they all have the passion for the garden and it is a pleasure to view them.

mid century MODERN homes YVR
West Coast Modern – Is both how the building situates on the landscape and how the interiors relate to nature – connecting to the environment…

1930s MILANO villa necchi campiglio
selected leading Milan Architect Piero Portaluppi (1888-1967) who was already building several residences in the neighbourhood. With a distinctive career in architecture, city planning, decorative arts, restoration, exhibition display as well as writing and teaching. Portaluppi was well established and considered brilliant and creative.

MILAN fornasetti
As a longtime fan of Fornasetti’s work, I could not visit Milan without a visit to Fornasetti HQ and Showroom […]

MILAN poldi pezzoli MUSEO
his former private Palazzo from the 17th century, now Museo, is located on Via Manzoni, Milan (near Teatro alla Scala) is the private collection of Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli (1822-1879) who was the last heir of the possessions of two prominent families.

MILAN bagatti valsecchi
Villa Bagatti Valsecchi. A mansion located between Via Gesu and Via Santo Spirito in Milan, Barons Fausto and Giuseppe Bagatti Valsecchi’s extraordinary collections showcasing their love for the past and the Italian Renaissance

CLOVERDALE kitchen
Recent kitchen project in Cloverdale – I love the Navy, White and Gold combination. Brilliant Brizo faucet, Blanco sink, […]

lingyen MOUNTAIN temple
Buddist Temple in Richmond, BC – an off shoot of Lingyen Shen Monastery Taiwan. Ling Yen Mountain Temple built 1996, […]

WHISTLER audain art museum
Nestled in the forest next to the Fitzsimmons River facing Blackcomb Way, the Audain Art Museum is a worthy visit next time you are on the mountain.

1913 private VANCOUVER club
A beauty of architecture on Hastings – designed by architects Sharp and Thompson in the style of London’s Victorian Gentleman’s […]

arthur ERICKSON architecture west van
Arthur Charles Erickson (1924-2009) – Vancouver Architect and urban planner – internationally known for his futuristic designs and commercial architecture […]

cozy contentment – Autumn arrives bringing more HYGGE
All of these simple enjoyments in life are encompassed in the Danish concept of HYGGE (pronounce hoo-ga) which does not have a direct translation to one word but rather a broader feeling of contentment and well being. It is an important part of Danish culture and national identity.

SKEDANS haida gwaii
Skedans Haida Village, Gwaii Haanas Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
FRANCE finest formal garden VILLANDRY
Chateau de Villandry is described as the last great Renaissance chateau built in the Loire Valley and is a perfect example of 16th century architecture.
INSPIRATION statement fabric
Beautiful. Bold in Colour. Bold in Scale. Not for the faint of heart... A statement fabric can make a room
exotic INSPIRED rooms (not theme room)
seven examples of exotic elements well incorporated into the decor. Finding the mix is key...
TURQUOISE
Pair TURQUOISE with colours of equal intensity and clarity. Use TURQUOISE in a monochromatic room.
MOTHER’S DAY High Tea, Hatley Castle Garden, Abkhazi Garden and Ferries
It was wonderful to see a castle garden that at one time was cared for by 120 gardeners in contrast to the intimate, private garden cared for extensively by two people.
Design Muse Barbara Barry
Classic. Timeless. Ethereal. Elegant.
SKEDANS haida gwaii
Skedans Haida Village, Gwaii Haanas Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
sweeping VIEWS + local art
Views of English Bay, Vancouver’s North Shore and Spanish Banks, this terraced garden sprinkled with exquisite BC Native sculptures + […]
joy in a WINTER garden
JOY /joi/ – a feeling of great pleasure and happiness delight * gladness * rejoicing I had a lovely day […]