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Wooden kitchen islands are having a major moment, bringing warmth, texture and a crafted, furniture-like feel to today’s otherwise streamlined kitchens.
Babette kitchen island. $4,274. westelm.ca
Pantone’s colour of the year
Many in the design community did not predict Pantone’s colour of the year would be a shade of white. But Cloud Dancer feels like a modern reset for homes and minds alike. “Similar to a blank canvas, Cloud Dancer signifies our desire for a fresh start,” says Laurie Pressman, VP of the Pantone Color Institute. “Peeling away layers of outmoded thinking, we open the door to new approaches. An airy white hue, PANTONE 11-4201 opens up space for creativity, allowing our imagination to drift, so that new insights and bold ideas can emerge and take shape.”
In design terms, Cloud Dancer is a neutral with presence – soft enough to calm, crisp enough to elevate and endlessly adaptable for any space.
Get the look
Mira accent chair in bouclé. $250. cozey.ca
Pilar floor lamp in white terrazzo. $469. article.com
Montreal 12-piece stoneware in white. $60. stokesstores.com
Orsa painting. $239. structube.com
Cast-iron round cocotte in white truffle. $520. zwilling.com
24-piece white flatware set by Jean Dubost Laguiole. $199. linenchest.com
Silk & Snow shines in Summerhill
Silk & Snow has opened its second standalone Toronto store in Summerhill, a 2,871-sq.-ft. space that showcases the brand’s full offering with a focused, material-driven approach. The location brings together its award-winning mattresses, complete bedding and bath collections, the S&S sofa and select furniture pieces. The interior is intentionally understated, creating a calm, tactile environment for customers to experience the products, while echoing the neighbourhood’s refined, residential character. silkandsnow.com
Bathroom refresh
Updating a bathroom can be surprisingly easy and budget-friendly with a few thoughtful tweaks. Although a new paint colour is one of the quickest ways to transform the space, first consider how the shade will interact with your existing tile, natural light and fixtures. Swapping out accessories such as towels, hardware, shower curtains or even the vanity mirror can also refresh the room instantly. Look for cohesive finishes and materials to keep the space feeling intentional. These small choices add up to a bathroom that feels renewed without the renovation.
Fall flower bathmat. $35. simons.ca
Klein wall mirror in brass. $239. article.com
Turkish bath towel in isla. $40. silkandsnow.com
Lush Mirea-style bathroom vanity in olive. $899. ibtools.ca
Worgl single hole faucet in brushed gold by Vogt. $417. plumbingwarehouse.ca
Celestia two-light wall sconce in matte gold by Globe Electric. $79. rona.ca
Silhouette AF-655
Benjamin Moore’s 2026 colour of the year, Silhouette AF-655, blends deep espresso with subtle charcoal undertones, creating a colour that is grounding, sophisticated and versatile. Perfect for a new bathroom update. benjaminmoore.ca
High & low
Hybrid toaster-oven/air-fryers blend sleek design with serious function, letting you toast, bake, roast and crisp in one compact footprint. Whether you’re splurging on a premium model or sticking to a budget, these streamlined appliances punch well above their weight in style and performance.
Mini
Crisp ‘N bake six-slice air fryer toaster-oven in stainless steel by Black & Decker. $149. canadiantire.ca
Midi
Compact smart-oven air fryer in brushed stainless steel by Breville. $369. bestbuy.ca
This compact design is perfect for small space design!
Maxi
Dual convection countertop oven with air fryer and temperature probe. $419. kitchenaid.ca
Top ten
These stand-out pieces prove a kid’s bedroom can be stylish, functional and fun – all at once.
The Endy Petit Kids Collection has it all, from supportive, Canadian-made mattresses to charming bedding and furniture designed for easy room styling
Kids platform bed frame in cream bouclé and natural wood. $895-$975. endy.com
Tofino dresser in natural oak. $1,600. silkandsnow.com
Meet Babar and his family print. From $18. desenio.ca
Scalloped mirror in white. $50. bouclair.com
Wren washable rug in olive and sand. From $179. tumbleliving.ca
Kids swivel nightstand in emerald green. $195. endy.com
Avocado sheet set by Poppy & Fritz. $99. sleepcountry.ca
Oslo table lamp in brass. $179. article.com
Sereny classic bean bag chair in pebble grey by Arico. $219. linenchest.com
Utility box in oak. $190. sundays-company.ca