Interior: Rida Interiors (Bright, open kitchen)

Rida of Rida Interiors redesigned this kitchen to create a better space for the homeowners to entertain.

There was no kitchen island before and a wall separated the dining room and kitchen, blocking off the two areas. Now, the family and guests can flow in and out of the kitchen seamlessly.

The kitchen is much brighter now with new white cabinetry. More light streams into the kitchen from the dining room on the right now that a wall has been removed.

A wall used to stand here, between the dining room and kitchen. Now, both spaces are opened up.

Cabinet lights off

Cabinet lights on

Food and drink: Maru Bistro

Maru Bistro is a Japanese restaurant using French techniques located in Leslieville, a neighbourhood in the east end of Toronto. Before I worked with them to create these beautiful photos, I had visited this restaurant multiple times. I enjoy the food, the casual ambiance, and the wonderful staff and I always look forward to coming back.

Ebi trio sliders

Ebi slider

Octopus two ways (crispy and grilled): Octopus, green salad, shiso pesto, miso sauce, spicy mayo

Sunomono salad: glass noodle, tako, black tiger shrimp, surf clam, seaweed, ponzu dressing

Feature: Apartment Therapy x The Apartment Life

Fiona of The Apartment Life was featured again on Apartment Therapy for her shower’s unique pink grout. She chose a bright and fun-coloured grout to go with her bold red hardware.

Read more about her design process.

Interior: Christine Joseph Design (Modern primary bathroom)

Christine Joseph Design designed this modern primary bathroom to have large format tiles, a freestanding soaker tub, and custom cabinetry for a double vanity and lots of storage.

Glass separates the shower and toilet, both with their own doors.

Custom cabinetry and double vanity

Plenty of storage in enclosed cabinets and an open shelf

Interior: The Kwendy Home Christmas

Once again, The Kwendy Home has decorated her home in the most festive way. Each area has its own holiday cheer, some of which are fun DIY projects.

From green garlands to paper bag snowflakes to DIY mushroom ornaments, there are many sources of inspiration all in one place. Follow Wendy on Instagram, TikTok, and her website to see what project she’s working on next!