Architecture The Yellow Brick Obsession Walk through Cabbagetown, Parkdale, or the older cuts of King West and you notice something specific: Toronto isn’t a red-brick city. It’s a yellow-brick city. That one material tells a bigger story about industry, lofts, and how the 416 learned to love “hard” finishes. Theme Heritage Keyword Toronto yellow brick…

Materials Organic Mirrors: Soft Geometry, Strong Presence The new mirror trend isn’t about ornate frames. It’s about shape. Gentle curves, irregular outlines, and reflections that feel architectural. Here’s why “organic” mirrors keep showing up in the best Toronto projects right now. Category Materials Keyword Organic mirror Reading time 5 to 7 min Mirrors Materials Bathrooms…

Studio Profile Level Studio: A New Toronto Practice A closer look at the founders, the aesthetic, and why this studio is quietly becoming a reference point for modern Toronto hospitality and retail. City Toronto Category Studio Profile Reading time 6 to 8 min Studios Hospitality Retail Modern Toronto A studio with a very Toronto sensibility:…

Industry Focus The Trinity: 3 Studios Shaping Toronto’s Design Reputation Toronto design has a specific kind of confidence now. Less trend-chasing. More execution. These three studios are not the whole story, but they explain a lot about how the city thinks about hospitality, atmosphere, and modern retail precision. Published 2025-12-29 Reading time 7 to 9…

Neighbourhood Guide Ossington vs. Queen West: A Sourcing Guide The walk is short. The difference is not. Ossington is where you invest in pieces you keep. Queen West is where you hunt, edit, and finish a room fast. Route West End Category Shopping Reading time 6 to 8 min Shopping Toronto Furniture Vintage Lighting Treat…