22.6.10

There's been a new addition to my family so I'll be back shortly.

19.6.10

inside - Filter

Filter is a vintage retailer specializing in rare industrial/teak/modern furniture, objects and art. Located at 75 Jarvis on the corner of Adelaide














17.6.10

travel+art = ottawa

Its not in Toronto but definately worth a visit to the National Gallery of Canada for a new exhibit called Pop Life organized by the Tate Modern in London that is running until September 19th.
Featured contemporary artists include: Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jeff Koons, Damien Hirst, Takashi Murakami, Richard Prince and many more.
go to http://www.gallery.ca/poplife/ for more info.


16.6.10

inside - Bookhou

Arounna and John opened their studio on Dundas West in 2008. Featuring an array of custom natural handmade products including note cards, baby clothes, furniture, artwork and much more.
They are located at 798 Dundas St. West. For bio/info/prices visit: http://www.bookhou.com/.





12.6.10

street view - Richmond Town Manors

Lanterra Developments/Core Architects project at Richmond and Strachan Ave. in West Queen West. Finally developers are starting to build modern multi residential units. There are a total of 8 units that are 4 storeys high with roof top terraces.



7.6.10

inside - Stantec

Photos of the Toronto office (401 Wellington Ave.) of Stantec during the Doors Open event courtesy of Diego Moreno





Stantec took over and re-tooled the old McGregor Factory to meet its needs for its many design teams. Don't miss this venue next year if they participate in Doors Open 2011.

4.6.10

tools - vacuum



Miele S4. Advanced Technology, Lightweight, Ergonomic and good design.
On sale now at AAA Vacuum on Wilson and Dufferin.

1.6.10

street view - library

Teeple Architects designed the Jane and Dundas Branch that re-opened in 2008.
Bad lighting + traffic = awful picture.



Take a visit next time your in the area.