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I Was Selected For Neighbours of Yorkville & The Annex Magazine Cover
Vivien’s second niche, working with Boomers and seniors, is deeply personal to her. As a Lifestyle 55+ Master Realtor®, she understands the unique challenges older adults face when transitioning to a new lifestyle, especially when downsizing.
Recent Blogs
The City Edit: The Storyteller
Step inside the Broadwick Soho Hotel in London and you’re instantly transported into another world, one that’s as fabulous and grandiose as it is comfortable and cozy.
The City Edit: The Through Line
Follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly. This piece of advice from literary powerhouse Franz Kafka is something Irish-Canadian writer Emma Donoghue has taken to heart.
Design: A Legacy of Style
Nienkämper, Scavolini and Roche Bobois are three of the most trusted names in interior design, each with a distinctive aesthetic point of view, an archive of iconic creations and a reputation for top-tier quality.
In Conversation: Grace Nickel, Canada’s Leading Ceramic Artist
There’s a multiplicity of layers to Grace Nickel’s work, literally and figuratively. Take, for instance, Arbor Vitae (2015), a remarkable installation by this acclaimed Winnipeg- based ceramic artist and educator.
The Art Of Living Magazine – The Metamorphosis Issue
In a world marked by uncertainty, our homes are more than mere structures. They are sanctuaries for solace, strength and transformation.
The Art of Sustainable Living in Nova Scotia’s White Rock
Nestled at the end of a meandering driveway, amidst the whispering forests of the Gaspereau Valley, lies 1937 White Rock – a unique home designed by world-renowned, Omar Gandhi.
Art With Heart: Perspectives of Artist and Filmmaker Caroline Monnet
Film has a way of capturing life in a way that cannot be captured through other forms of art, yet at the same time it encapsulates all forms of art.
Think Pieces: Creating Art & Discourse with Kapwani Kiwanga
Kapwani Kiwanga was intrigued with light and how it can be weaponized. For her first solo exhibition, in New York in 2022, the Canadian-born artist drew a parallel between the city’s 18th-century lantern laws.
Living Color: Bold Colour Takes Centre Stage in 2023
If you’re considering selling your house, curb appeal is crucial. Good landscaping not only beautifies your home, but also increases its value.
Explore These 7 Neighbourhoods in Québec City
Québec City welcomes people with open arms, and offers the perfect balance of history, culture, nature and modern living.
5 Contemporary Living Room Design Ideas
Success relies on a mix of design principles and personal taste, not to mention some savvy handling of décor tips. Here are some contemporary living room design ideas that will help you craft a space that is at once inviting, modern, and recognizably your own.
Art Collectors: The Unlikely Heroes of the Art Community
Driven by passion, here’s the story behind some of the most unlikely heroes of the art community – art collectors.
5 Keys To A Calming Meditation Space
Carving out a dedicated spot at home for meditative practices is a great way to cultivate mental wellness, and incorporating certain elements can help establish the right energy and mood.
3 Bathroom Renovation Ideas to Transform Your Morning Routine
Dial up the comfort and utility in your day with any of these bathroom renovations that best suit your style:
Mood Board Rustic Luxury Designs
With the cold weather months here, what better way to ensure your home is a cozy oasis than by embracing the tenets of rustic luxury?
Eclipse of the Arts: Growth of NFT
How the unrelenting growth of NFTs has shifted the art machine into a new cultural moment. There’s a scene in Truman Capote’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s that sums up how non-fungible token art, aka NFT, is currently being perceived en masse.