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In northern countries like Canada, as the “lazy days of winter” roll by, so does the dust that collects inside our homes. It’s no wonder that, when March comes around, many people like to welcome springtime with a thorough housecleaning. Obviously, spring cleaning means washing windows, freshening up the bedding, scouring the cabinets, and dusting off curios and wall hangings. But beyond cleaning per se, spring is also the best time of year to tidy up the house and clear the clutter. Here at Artemano, we take this opportunity to get rid of the non-essentials: recycling jars and boxes, donating...

Decorative sheep look out onto Sherbrooke street West from two large front windows. This isn’t the typical vignette that you would see in a store front that lines the street. Your gut tells you that you’re in for a special treat as soon as you approach this veterinarian clinic in Montreal’s N.D.G neighbourhood. Once you open the door and take your first step inside, your hunch is confirmed. Before you is an ambiance that is drastically different from your typical animal clinic. In 2015, when Allan Gilmore needed extra space and decided to open up an off-shoot of his first...

Shawna, a chiropractor, and Jen, an engineer, are very busy people. They love their work, their children, twelve-year old twins, a boy and a girl, the outdoors and baseball. With a lifestyle that reflects life and fullness, the inspiration behind Shawna and Jen’s decor was clear. As Shawna conveyed, “I always wanted a mix between clean and contemporary, to make my home welcoming. A home you can touch and live in.” The couple shared that it was important for their home to have clean lines, but also be filled with experiential objects, things that would bring them back to important...

Chantal Li lives in downtown Toronto. She’s a fashion and lifestyle blogger, and owner of shopthefreeisland.com – an online clothing and accessories boutique, who recently opted to make-over her bedroom. With a renewed bedroom décor, Chantal shares with us a little insight on what drew her to Artemano.   1. What do you like about your neighbourhood? My home is steps from Harbourfront so it’s very quiet and peaceful even in the centre of Toronto. 2. Can you tell us one hidden 'gem' in your neighbourhood that you like to frequent? Touti Gelati Cafe. It has the best handmade ice...

A Toronto native, Kaylee Giffin is a lifestyle blogger and founder of www.theblondielocks.com. Recently we helped her refresh her living room to create an airy ambiance by mixing contemporary pieces with the organic beauty of wood. 1. What do you like about your neighbourhood? We live in the east end of downtown Toronto, away from a lot of the hustle and bustle of the city’s core. Although there are still so many things to do and see (and eat) in our neighbourhood, I feel such a sense of calmness and community in our area, which I love so much. 2....