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A 1980s Bungalow Is Anything But Basic After a Cute, Pink DIY RenovationTours
Taking the renovation process room by room, Vanessa and Félix have transformed the space into a warm — and very pink! — abode that reflects their bright and fun-loving personalities.
Lauren Kolyn
Feb 9, 2021
The Rose Family Mansion from “Schitt’s Creek” Is for SaleReal Estate
The sprawling, 24,000-square-foot French Chateau-style limestone mansion that served as the original home Johnny, Moira, David and Alexis Rose in the hit Canadian TV show "Schitt’s Creek" just hit the market at a whopping $14.98 million.
Megan Johnson
Feb 4, 2021
This Rental Has a Luscious Velvet Sofa & Incredible Vintage Brass ChandelierTours
This designer's rental apartment is FILLED with gorgeous vintage gems.
Sylvie Li
Feb 2, 2021
You'd Never Guess This Condo Was Decorated in Part Thanks to Rentable FurnitureTours
Léa purchased very few new things for her apartment. The owner left the couch, bedframe, and kitchen island, and she scored deals on Marketplace and items from her parents. But she also rented her entire dining set, leather chairs, and kitchen chairs through a furniture rental company called Pivot.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 14, 2021
This House’s Style Has a Modern AfroCaribbean Vibe with a Worldly FlairTours
Melanie Núñez grew up in the Caribbean and it was extremely important that her home reflect her heritage.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Dec 23, 2020
B&A: An Outdated Builder-Basic 1970s Bungalow's Now a Light, Modern, & Cozy HomeTours
This 1970s bungalow was transformed from top-to-bottom into a special getaway full of unusual details and personal touches, all on a very tight budget, using thrifty alternatives and vintage/salvage elements throughout.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Dec 2, 2020
A Mom and Her Teenage Daughter Share a 112-Square-Foot Vintage RV Camper VanTours
This 1985 Dodge van still had the original 1980s fake wood paneling and red velour upholstery everywhere when Evelyn and her daughter bought this home-on-wheels to remodel!
Adrienne Breaux
Nov 17, 2020
A Vintage Hunter's Home Has the Most Envy-Inducing Brass Decor Collection EverTours
It's also a masterclass in mixing mismatching secondhand finds BEAUTIFULLY.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Nov 13, 2020
5 Humans and 3 Dogs Share an Incredibly Cute 800-Square-Foot Barn House
Family Month
This tour is a look into a family of five Inuit-Métis members of Nunatukavut who share an incredibly cute barn house in a small town in Northern Canada.
Adrienne Breaux
Nov 10, 2020
Each Room in this Victorian's Lovely, Notably the Plant-Filled Kitchen & BalconyTours
Interior designer Michelle Martel remodeled this 1904 Victorian fixer-upper, and it's gorgeous!
Lauren Kolyn
Oct 6, 2020
B&A: Two Students Renovated This Retro 1975 Van to Live, Travel, and Study InTours
"Living in a van is allowing us to have the world as our classroom and we are so excited that we get to experience a better appreciation for the world around us while pursuing our education, and of course traveling in style."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 3, 2020
This Formerly Small Dark Rental Proves the Power of Paint and Styling on a SpaceTours
Lifestyle blogger and interior designer Jessica-Sara Morris turned a small dark rental into a cozy, clean, inspiring space.
Adrienne Breaux
Aug 16, 2020
A Disastrous Duplex Was Transformed into a Warm and Artsy Montreal HomeTours
When David and Ara bought this house in 2015, it was a duplex, and, more importantly, a complete disaster.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Jul 31, 2020
You'd Never Guess This Gorgeous Home Was Once a Boring Builder-Grade HouseTours
Every room in this remodeled builder-grade home is gorgeous, but the bedroom full of DIYs is must-see.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Aug 6, 2020
Mike & Sandie’s Foyer: The Big RevealHome Projects
Name: Mike and Sandie Type of Project: Foyer renovation Location: Saskatoon; Saskatchewan, Canada Type of building: 2 1/2 story single-family home, built in 1919 The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step by step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style. See all of our Reno Diaries here.
Guest
Jul 16, 2020
This Home's Gorgeous Entryway Isn't the Only Room With Envy-Inducing TilesTours
Lesley Robb, graphic designer and founder of Swell Made Co. and her partner put an offer on this house over FaceTime—sight unseen in real life.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 23, 2020
A Home Renovated on a Budget Mixes Scandi Vibes and Boho TouchesTours
Elena and her husband Christoph bought this fixer upper in 2015, and have been slowly transforming it into a gorgeous home since.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 22, 2020
This Cookbook Author's Apartment Is a Great Example of How to Adapt a Rental Tours
Cookbook author, holistic nutritionist, and food stylist Kirsten Buck's 700-square-foot apartment is full of inspiring renter's solutions and ideas.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 1, 2020
This Renovated Montréal Home Has the Most Stunning Modern Pink Kitchen Tours
Honestly the whole home is pretty gorgeous.
Sylvie Li
May 25, 2020
This Entire House Is Lovely, But the Bathroom Plant Situation Is Really StrongTours
This remodeled Canadian home's style is: eclectic, whimsical, youthful, and fun.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 27, 2020
This Couple DIY Converted a Sprinter Van Into an Incredibly Cool Home-on-WheelsTours
Jaz and Crystal, also known as the Vanwives, are a Canadian couple who travels in their DIY-converted Sprinter van with their two Australian Shepherd dogs, Bella and Izzy.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 1, 2020
All are Welcome at this Harry Potter-Themed Bar—Even MugglesDecorating
Whether you received your Hogwarts acceptance letter or not, all are welcome in this magical establishment.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 6, 2020
A Cozy, Formerly 'Plain' Condo Proves the Power of Small Updates on a RentalTours
This designer's biggest goal was infusing a plain, contemporary condo with vintage soul.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Feb 28, 2020
Check out Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s New Canadian DigsReal Estate
The Vancouver Island estate is called Mille Fleurs, or ”thousand flowers" in French.
Megan Johnson
Feb 12, 2020
A Professional Organizer's Renovated Home Is Bright and ColorfulTours
Her style: "Minimalism meets vibrant colors meets effervescent design." Also, "I've-never-met-a flea-market-I-didn't-like!"
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Feb 7, 2020
We're Not Sure What's Sexier in This Bungalow, the Sofa or the Kitchen CabinetsTours
Originally built in the 1970s, this 826-square-foot bungalow has been completely remodeled by an avid DIYer!
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Feb 3, 2020
This Rental Home Has a Great Stenciled Accent WallTours
Creating the spaces of your dreams doesn’t have to cost a fortune, as evidenced by this comfy and cute family home.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 19, 2020
This Tidy Toronto Condo is Packed with Organizing Ideas You’ll Want to StealOrganizing
If you like labels, you're going to love getting to see inside this professional organizer's drawers, closets, and more.
Adrienne Breaux
Jan 10, 2020
A Remodeled Canadian House Has Beautiful Nordic and English Cottage VibesTours
Camille Charland classic 1920s "shingle" type house has lots of white, wood, marble, paneling and antiques.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 3, 2020
A Remodeled Condo Is Modern, Minimal, and a Marvelous Home for This Creative CoupleTours
After remodeling, this condo is now a serene living space.
Adrienne Breaux
Dec 20, 2019
There’s Not a Single White Wall in This Colorful, Maximalist Montreal FlatTours
This home's nickname is "The Pink Palazzo."
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Dec 19, 2019
After a Long Renovation, a 130-Year-Old House Blends Dreamy Architectural Details and ColorTours
Originally built in 1885, when renovating this historic house, the homeowners had to change out the electricity, the plumbing, the lights and the flooring.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Dec 19, 2019
Melissa and Sonny’s Countryside Sanctuary Among the Rolling HillsTours
Name: Melissa and Sonny Location: Trent Hills; Ontario, Canada Size: 1,700 square feet on 5 acres Years lived in: 2 years; Owned Melissa never imagined that she’d trade in the bustling city life of Toronto for a homestead in the countryside. However, a few years ago the desire for more space and a slower pace of life crept in, so Melissa and her husband Sonny moved their lives 1.5 hours east of Toronto to the rolling hills of Trent Hills, Ontario.
Lauren Kolyn
Dec 19, 2019
The “The Happy Accident” Bathroom MakeoverHome Projects
Project by: Sarah & Chad Location: Montreal, Canada We thought we were going to take a break from renovating our 1950s attached house in Montreal after completely gutting the kitchen and updating the whole main level but a leaky toilet derailed our plans.
Janel Laban
Dec 19, 2019
Michael & Gaelyn’s Modern Dream HouseTours
Name: Michael Shaikin, Gaelyn Eyre and baby Wolf Location: Chelsea, Quebec Size: 2,450 square feet Years lived in: 7 months; Owned With its towering, glass-fronted facade and the Gatineau river as a backdrop, Michael and Gaelyn’s house is the stuff modern dreams are made of. Having recently welcomed their son Wolf into their family, they are convinced that buying this beautiful property only a 20-minute drive from downtown Ottawa, where they work, has been a great decision.
Carmen Chavarri
Dec 19, 2019
Relaxing, DIY Design in MontrealTours
Name: Violaine, Gaëtan Havart & Hubert Location: Mile End; Montreal, Quebec Size: 825 square feet Years lived in: 4.5 years; Owned Violaine and Gaëtan live in one of the most desired neighborhoods of Montreal, and their condo is stunning. As a Belgian architect now living in the city, Gaëtan designed the new kitchen and bathroom in his spare time. The result is unique and simply gorgeous.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Dec 19, 2019
Will’s Toronto Townhouse RevisitedTours
Name: WillLocation: Cabbagetown; Toronto, OntarioSize: 1,300 sq. feetYears lived in: 4.5 years owned We last visited Will’s English Gentry in Cabbagetown in the summer of 2010. While there wasn’t much to improve on since then, Will has moved around furniture, acquired some new accessories and renovated his furnace room. So this tour shows details missed in the first tour and focuses on the small changes that alter the feel of the space.
Rachael Grad
Dec 19, 2019
Mazen’s Tailored Toronto TownhouseTours
Name: Mazen El-Abdallah, founder of Mazen StudioLocation: Leslieville, Toronto, OntarioSize: 900 square feetYears lived in: 4 years owned When Mazen bought his townhouse, the space was divided into small rooms. Coming from a loft, Mazen wanted this home to have an open feel. Thanks to Mazen’s renovation and interior design, the house now feels like one big space with the upstairs living room area connected to the downstairs.
Rachael Grad
Dec 19, 2019
Jen & Nate’s Upcycled MixTours
Name: Jen Selk & Nathan Kalman-LambLocation: Midtown — Toronto, CanadaSize: 2 bedrooms, 800 square feetYears lived in: 2.5 years together, Nate for 5 — Rented Jen and Nate’s two bedroom Toronto apartment proves yet again that you needn’t spend buckets of money to make a home function well, look beautiful, and reflect the unique personalities of its inhabitants.
Abby Cook
Dec 19, 2019
Sarah & Chad’s Long Distance School of StyleDecorating
Name: Sarah & ChadLocation: Iqaluit, Nunavut, CanadaSize: 1350 square feetLived in: 6 months Sarah and Chad (who you might remember from their House Call) make me feel lazy. I have a long list of decorating to-dos and the only thing holding me back is me! Living in a big city, my access to supplies is widespread, shopping for furniture both new and used is a no-brainer, prices are competitive and shipping costs for home improvement goods just isn’t usually a factor. Not so for these two!
Janel Laban
Dec 19, 2019
A Minimal, Scandinavian-Inspired Studio Is Especially SereneTours
Émilie and her daughter Brook have shared this 700-square-foot apartment for a year.
Lauren Kolyn
Oct 25, 2019
Before & After: A Narrow, Dated Kitchen Is Now a Sleek, Modern Space Thanks to IKEA CabinetsTours
One of the most dramatic renovations to the condo is the new modern kitchen; most everything was updated save for the original lighting in the narrow room.
Adrienne Breaux
Sep 26, 2019
A Canadian Townhouse Was DIYed into a Boho Farmhouse ParadiseTours
This home has been a blank canvas to express creative abilities and incorporate many DIY projects.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 20, 2019
Tracey & Rob’s Beach OasisTours
Name: Actor & voice over instructor Tracey Hoyt, and medical instrument supplier Rob Marshall Location: The Beach, Toronto, Canada Size: 1,300 square feet. Years lived in: 9 & 6, owned. Perched above a bustling Toronto beach community, Tracey & Rob’s lakeside home is not your average condo. Nine years ago, inspired by the work of Hugh Jacobsen and Howard Backen, Rob transformed a typical condominium box into an airy coastal oasis.
Justice Darragh
Sep 20, 2019
A Store Owner’s Childhood Home Gets a Fresh, Modern LookTours
BUK & NOLA co-founder decorated her house with a mix of influences ranging from Scandinavian, minimalism, quirky, and boho designs.
Sylvie Li
Sep 11, 2019
Pirate Toronto’s Audio EscapeTours
Name: Pirate Toronto Location: Toronto, Canada Size: 10,000 square feet Years Occupied: 23 yearsPirate Toronto is one of Canada’s leading audio post-production houses, located in the heart of the city’s Design District.
Justice Darragh
Sep 10, 2019
Andrew’s Colorful, Creative Live/Work Loft in TorontoTours
Name: Andrew Stelmack Location: Toronto, Canada Size: 725 square feet Years lived in: Owned 5 years Andrew is a professional actor (both on screen and stage), visual artist and writer. However, it is his visual art that now takes up most of his time. To accommodate his creativity, he moved into this live/work space five years ago.
Lauren Kolyn
Aug 29, 2019
Before & After: A 1920s Bungalow’s Makeover Is Thanks to a Budget IKEA KitchenHome Projects
The previous owner had lived in this old house for about 70 years and it required updating.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Aug 22, 2019
This Montreal Flat Might Have the Cheeriest Color Palette Ever
Marie Letard is the owner of the Montreal-based decor shop Bouche Bée, and her apartment is a chic space filled with pops of cheery, pastel color.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Aug 23, 2019
A Nature-Loving Artist’s 390-Square-Foot Studio Apartment
It's filled with art, plants and micro shrimp.
Lauren Kolyn
Aug 21, 2019
A Montreal Home for a Family of Five Is Fantastically Decorated
Bright colors, textiles, and tons of art fill Joanna Anastasia's Montreal family home.
Lauren Kolyn
Aug 12, 2019
Snowboarding Sisters Share a Cozy, Cool College Apartment
These snowboarding sisters attend university living in a shared space that is equal parts modern and cool, but also classic and romantic.
Justice Darragh
Jul 1, 2019
This Is What an Off-Grid Passive House Looks Like
Name: Jennie Hoekstra, Luke Hoekstra, Jude (9), Neve (7), Wilder (4), Marmalade (the cat), Miki and Mandu (Australian Zebra Finches), and a flock of semi-retired hens. Location: Kemble — Ontario, Canada Size: 1,665 square feet Years Lived In: 6 months, owned In the spring of 2017 a lovely four-acre lot came up for sale in the rural village where we live. We knew the property well and loved it, but understood that it was on an unmaintained road with no hydro, so building would be tricky.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 26, 2019
It’s Hard to Believe This Cheery, Small Rental Apartment Is In a Basement
It's so cute and bright, despite being located on the basement level!
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 12, 2019
A Couple’s Simple Apartment Shows How Warm and Cozy Small Living Can Be
Name: Allison, my girlfriend Laura, and our cat RhiannonLocation: Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaSize: About 400 square feetYears Lived In: 8 months, rentingAfter living in a number of rentals over the course of our early twenties, my girlfriend, Laura, and I were looking for a space we could call home for more than a year. Aside from the hassles of moving we were ready to have a space to really make our own without the compromise that comes from college living or sharing with  roommates.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
May 6, 2019
Before & After: Corner Fireplace Update
I recently came across this design project that Michelle Morelan, designer and renderer extraordinaire, did for a couple in Toronto.The clients had some general ideas of what they wanted to accomplish with the project, and Michelle created a plan to help them achieve their goals. The major objectives were to expand the space, replace all of the finishes, and to update the corner fireplace.
Bethany Seawright
May 5, 2019
Before & After: Jérémy’s Painted Vintage Fan
Today’s Before & After comes from Jérémy, a very talented 16 year old designer from Canada. Here he transforms an old vintage fan from boring to bold with just a paint job. From Jérémy: Old machines are phenomenal artistic works, provided with the refurbishment if they need it. Here’s how an old Eagle Aire fan can be rejuvenated after 50 years without losing its “vintage look.
Tara Bellucci
May 5, 2019
Cottage Chic Meets Glam in Wren’s Room
Name: Wren Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Room Size: 130 square feet I’ve followed Holly Baker of In the Fun Lane for years now, and have always admired her style. She masterfully combines the cottage/shabby chic aesthetic with a more glam/modern look throughout her home, and her daughter Wren’s room is no exception. How would you describe the look and feel of this room?
Lauren Hufnagl
May 4, 2019
Before & After: Dingy Closet Turned Happy Play Space
When Sarita and her husband bought an old home that needed a lot of work, they cooked up a plan to keep their two young daughters occupied and not underfoot while they spruced it up. Their mission: transform this unappealing closet into a happy play space. Sarita describes the project: This tiny closet is the first thing you see when you walk in the front door. I work as a muralist for children’s spaces and love colour! I was anxious to play with bold and bright yellows.
Carrie McBride
May 4, 2019
Ok, Cool. Now I’m Jealous Of These Toddlers (Seriously, Their Room is So Cool).
Name: G and J ( 4 & 2) Location: Toronto, Canada After living in our home for the last two years, we’ve slowly started renovating each space to suit our needs. For our two boys, however, I couldn’t figure out what to do with their space. So it remained with builder grade paint and a few train posters on the wall. As it was time for my youngest to transition out of his crib and into a bed, I knew it was time to finally give their room the makeover that it deserved.
Nora Taylor
May 4, 2019
Author Kate Inglis Has Crafted a Magical Career & Home in an Old Sea Captain’s House in Nova Scotia
There were just two things a young Kate Inglis wanted to be when she grew up: a professional roller skater and an author. “Only one so far has panned out,” reports the YA and children’s book author (If I Were a Zombie, Flight of the Griffons, and The Dread Crew) and the upcoming adult non-fiction book Notes for the Everlost: A Field Guide to Grief.
Adrienne Breaux
May 3, 2019
Lauren & Dylan’s Historic Split Apartment
Name: Lauren and Dylan Location: Cabbagetown — Toronto, Canada Size: 900 square feet Years lived in: 3 years; owned Lauren, Marketing Director at Spacing Magazine, and Dylan’s home is nestled on a small, tree-lined street in Toronto’s historic Cabbagetown neighborhood, an area known for having the largest collection of designated heritage homes in North America. Lauren, Dylan, and Dylan’s brother Chris have spent the past three years renovating this 1904 Victorian home.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
Vanessa’s Effortlessly Stylish & Relaxed “Chateau” in Montreal
Name: Vanessa Gauvin-Brodeur Location: Montreal; Quebec, Canada Size: 1,600 square feet Years lived in: 6 years; Rented Vanessa’s Montreal apartment (aka “Chateau Fairmount“) is a bright, spacious gem in the heart of Mile End. The front rooms flow seamlessly into each other with a pattern of white walls and furniture and colourful, textured accents. The dining room boasts a generous, inviting table matched with elegant wallpaper.
Carmen Chavarri
May 1, 2019
Tim’s Toronto Loft Filled With Plants & Collectibles
Name: Tim Tripp and his dog, Sebastian Location: Toronto; Ontario, Canada Size: 1,150 square feet Years lived in: 11 years; Owned For as long as he can remember, Tim has had an interest in collecting things. His passion for the history of decor and design is present throughout his space, whether it’s embodied by an Art Deco piece of furniture, dinnerware from the mid-20th century, or vintage telephones.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
Chris’ Historic Home in Toronto
Name: Chris Collie Location: Cabbagetown; Toronto, Canada Size: 600 square feet (but feels like 1000!) Years lived in: 2+ years; Owned We recently toured Lauren and Dylan’s Historic Split Apartment in Toronto’s east end. Lauren, Dylan, and Dylan’s brother, Chris, share this Victorian home, which they’ve split into two entirely distinct spaces.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
Wes & Melinda’s Cozy Toronto Home
Name: Melinda Josie and Wesley Doerksen and their cat, Malkmus Location: The Junction; Toronto, Ontario Size: 1,000 square feet Years Lived In: 1 ¼ years; Rented Upon entering this home you immediately feel like you’ve been transported to a cabin in the woods. On a quiet street in Toronto just west of downtown, the couple have managed to cultivate a quaint and cozy environment inspired by their love for the outdoors.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
Laurence & Alexandre’s Montreal Mix
Name: Laurence and Alexandre Location: Petite-Patrie; Montreal Size: 940 square feet Years lived in: 1 year Alex and Laurence were looking for an unusual place. A merge of the functional “Batcave” and the artistic grandiloquence of the Mysore Palace in India. They found this apartment, with enough wall space to hang all of Alexandre’s artworks (from past exhibitions) and Laurence’s numerous travel souvenirs. The apartment is full of architecturally strange surprises.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
May 1, 2019
Morgane’s Delicate, Detailed Apartment
Name: Morgane Location: Villeray; Montreal Size: 650 square feet Years lived in: 6 months; rented Working in an art gallery and having a natural talent for decorating, Morgane’s apartment is a true reflection of herself and her love for art. The space is airy, well balanced, delicate, monochromatic, with a touch of natural tones, unique pieces and personal touches. For her, everything resides in the small details. She puts great care on choosing each piece that she brings into her home.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
May 1, 2019
Mike’s Hand-Crafted Montreal Apartment
Name: Michael Fiset with pets Dog: Josephine; Cat: Leopold (orange one); Cat: Ouski (grey one) Location: Parc Extension; Montréal, Canada Size: 800 square feet Years lived in: Rented 2 1/2 years Mike’s home is filled with stories and intent; virtually every item he owns has significance, purpose or is connected to an adventure or inspiration.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
A “Scandinavian Funky” Montreal Home
Name: Florence and Julien Location: Plateau Mt-Royal — Montreal Size: 980 square feet Years lived in: 8 months Florence is the founder of Me Myself & Montreal, a blog that provides the best spots in Montreal to visit. She also organizes “discovery” events for its readers. The Montreal apartment she shares with Julien is bright and radiant and the large windows provide the best views of the city, like the Mount-Royal, the city center and the Olympic Stadium.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
May 1, 2019
Edmund & Heidi’s Traditional & Post-Modern Mix in Montreal
Name: Edmund Lam, Heidi Donnelly and Arthur (2 years old) Location: Montreal-West; Canada Size: 2,500 square feet Years lived in: 2 years; Owned Sometimes it can be difficult to make the transition from downtown living to the suburbs, but when you luck out on a space to call home that screams your name (and meets your budget) you leave running! This is essentially what happened to Edmund and Heidi a little over two years ago.
Lauren Kolyn
May 1, 2019
A Colorful, Globally Eclectic Toronto Apartment
Name: Dana Haddad Location: Corktown, Toronto Size: 750 square feet Years lived in: Owned 1 year For as long as she can remember, Dana has had a love for interiors and is known for decorating (and redecorating!) her space. Not expecting to move to Toronto’s East End or to purchase a condo, after walking into this space and seeing the trees in the distance she was sold!
Lauren Kolyn
Apr 30, 2019