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I tend to make comments about the lack of inspiration, creativity, attention to detail and being able to step outside the box when it comes to design and architecture in this lovely city of Ottawa in which I have resided for my entire existence. And then I come across something like this and I find myself with a glimmer of hope, and my faith is somewhat restored. Congrats to Shean Architects (whose offices are coincidentally located in the ‘hood adjacent to mine) for creating this little piece of brilliance. (Photos: Doublespace Photography, and art in foyer is by a favourite artist of mine – Whitney Lewis-Smith and the dining room portrait is by Andrew Moncrief)

And for a bit more of Tamsin Johnson‘s gorgeous and unique home. What appears to be the lower level hangout space with lounge spaces, bar, pool, library, and the loveliest bathroom. Just when you thought it could not get any better….

You may have seen these photos before as this jaw-dropping, spectacular home in Darling Point of designer Tamsin Johnson (that she bought at the height of the pandemic!) made the rounds of magazines/blogs etc. but I thought it was a shame to not share something THIS GOOD here as well. It’s old and new, historic and modern, whimsical and elegant, and has a WOW factor that can’t be beat. I adore every inch of it. And this isn’t all. More to come later. (Photos: Anson Smart)

Hovey Design is a full-service staging and interiors styling firm founded by sisters Hollister and Porter Hovey located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond. Love the simple, casual vibe and their use of graphic artwork that adds a lot of personality.

Sean Anderson continues to master the balance between light and dark, contemporary and traditional with this gorgeous home in Tennessee, one of his latest completed projects. If you were ever unsure how to make a white. black and brown colour palette intriguing and eye catching, this is a perfect example.

Architect: David Anderson; Builder: The Longtown Company; Photos: Haris Kenjar