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Los Angeles architectural designer Patrick Bernatz‘s sense of composition and choice of materiality is heavily influenced by his California roots and the desire to use materials to create an American vernacular. This Arts and Crafts house in historic Lincoln Heights is solid and honest yet stylish and artisan.

I am smitten with this Oregon coast newly built home designed by Anne McDonald. All of the wood and natural materials used throughout, and the earthy colour palette make this home so warm. Happy to see it’s not your typical beachy blue and white theme (bleh).

Photos: Haris Kenjar; Architect: Rehkamp Larson

Our design strategy centered on deferring to some of the important rustic elements while introducing color and pattern and emphasizing handmade materials. In collaboration with our client, we selected and procured all finishes and furnishings, including vintage lighting and furniture to pair with modern classics and custom designs. Intricate patterns and bursts of color were concentrated within some of the smaller spaces to allow the larger areas to act as a neutral foreground to the stunning views and gardens surrounding the property. The clients wanted to highlight a collection of artifacts from their travels, so these were creatively worked into the program.
A fine example of modern farmhouse architecture (Steven Harris Architects) with interiors by Bunsa Studio. (Photos: Matthew Williams)

My design idol Henrietta Southam has been keeping busy and I realized I have yet to feature this project of hers. As always it is inspirational and exceptionally well thought out and designed. I would expect nothing less.
What was supposed to be a master bedroom with ensuite renovation became a full-out spatial reconfiguration. Alongside an added walk-in closet and a completely overhauled master bath, HS Design undertook an additional gourmet kitchen revamp, a mudroom with a doggie shower, adding a guest bathroom, a powder room and a 3-season outdoor dining room veranda. Adding and subtracting spaces was done with great sensitivity to the magnificent Post and Beam architecture. The pastoral charm of this household manages to harmoniously balance thoughtful design choices with the influence of the naturally beautiful Québec countryside.

I have been dreaming a lot lately about how I can redo my very small kitchen and this recent project by Ottawa design firm Wiseman + Cromwell is perfect inspiration. I love the chic Parisian vibe of this space and the wood, black, white and brass is so classic and timeless. Absolutely gorgeous. I’m taking notes! (Check out another of Liane’s projects here)