Canadian Design: STRUCTUBE

Structube, Kiku Corner

1. Cross Chair; 2. Decorative Ball; 3. Osaka Accent Table; 4. Master Chair; 5. Silhouette Floor Lamp; 6. Lexington Sofa; 7. Chicago Bookcase. Like Umbra, Structube is a design store that I’ve seen all over and assumed it was an American company. Sometimes I like to be wrong! Structube was actually founded in Montreal, Quebec in 1974 […]

Niagara-on-the-Lake: Lunch at Prince of Wales Hotel

Recently we went on a small road trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake, one of my favourite excursions from Toronto. This is such a picturesque town and is stunning in any season, but in the summer, the floral decorations are spectacular.  

Canadian Design: Alex Boake Illustration

Figs, Alex Boake Illustration, Kiku Corner

I had the opportunity to meet Alex Boake at a professional alumni get together a few years ago. I was immediately struck by the vibrant colours and fun aspect of her works. Even better, all the pieces I saw were of food! As you know, I love food art, so I am seriously tempted by these […]

Canadian Design: Teatime and Flowers with Marvindale

Buttercups II, Marvindale, Kiku Corner

Apple Blossoms   As I’ve mentioned before, I adore Cori Lee Marvin‘s watercolour paintings. The following pieces feature teacups, mason jars and sugar bowls, all done in a light, whimsical style. Her original paintings, limited edition prints, and art cards are available on the Marvindale website. 

Canadian Design: Marvindale’s Watercolour Birds

Singers, Marvindale, Kiku Corner

The Real Sir Peeps   Like Senay Studio, I came across Marvindale’s gorgeous, whimsical paintings at the One of a Kind Show in Toronto. As a wintertime birdwatcher, I love Cori Lee Marvin’s watercolours that include inquisitive birds.There is so much detail in these pastel watercolours, and the subject matter is a cheeky juxtaposition of […]