Not since the 80’s has the black and white palette featured so predominantly in the world of design and decor. This time, it’s less about the glamour and more about a sense of mod, industrial coolness. We just can’t get enough.
Farmhouse Chic
Evoking the ship lap siding of the ubiquitous barn profile in modern architecture, the black oak Roche sideboard is quintessential new farmhouse style. $1925, Elte, elte.com
Under the Domes/Pleasure Domes/Double Dome
A mod 70’-inspired shape and weighty marble base makes this two in one lamp a bold, grounding element in a living room or bedroom. Domes Marble table $1379, CB2, cb2.com
Criss Cross
The Marx Stool by Gabriel Scott is as striking a it is multi-functional and features a stationary black steel base with brass hardware for a bit of sparkle. $1580, Hollace Cluny, hollacecluny.ca
Well Slung
Leather and oak marry beautifully in this striking coffee table design by Charuk & Ford. The low, leather sling is perfect for stashing mags or converters. 36-inch diam. From $1695, Charuk & Ford, Charukandford.com
In a Swirl
A creative collaboration between Interior designer, Kate Thornley Hall, and Toronto Fashion Designer, Izzy Camilleri, the mesmerizing cotton flat weave Swirl Rug introduces a big hit of pattern underfoot. Also available as an outdoor rug made from recycled plastic water bottles. Custom orders available in any size or colour through kate@katethornleyhall.com
Culinary Art
The Chateau 150 by La Cornue makes an indisputable statement in the kitchen and is timeless in black trimmed in stainless steel. Each one is an original and numbered work by a La Cornue Artisan and features two gas electric ovens and two large storage drawers plus 10 stove top configurations with options like gas burners, induction plates, French top, or electric Teppanyaki grills, to name a few. Find a local distributor at lacornue.com
Zero Gravity
Based out of Montpellier in the south of France, the award-winning fireplace maker, Focus, offers a range of elegant suspended fireplaces. The wood-burning Ergo model pivots 360 degrees and turns any space, indoors or out into a showstopper. Find local retailers at europeanhome.com/dealer/
Avante Garde
Part chair, part sculpture, the fiberglass Roly Poly dining chair from Salt sets an edgy and artful scene around a dining table. $6465, Salt, saltbythecazaproject.com
True Stripes
Hand made in Portugal, Casa Cubista ceramicware features painterly black and white stripes that bring energy to a table or wall display. Criss Cross dinner plate, tk diam., Casa Cubista, casacubista.com
Marble Trend
Bianco Carrara adds rich pattern in shades of grey to a washroom or powder room. We love it paired with a wall-mounted faucet and set on a table style vanity. Claybrook Touch Basin, 24” x 16” x 6”, $5405, Ginger’s, gingers.com
Feature Faucet
A matt black faucet draws attention and puts the kitchen sink at the center of the room – especially against a white backdrop. Single hole Kelly2 Faucet with integrated pull-down spray, 17 ¾” H. $885, Ginger’s, gingers.com
Calling The Kettle/Kettle Call
A two-tone whistling kettle in matt black that’s so stylish it demands to be kept on the stove every day. It features a two-liter capacity and a soft touch stay-cool silicone handle for easy pouring. Clyde Stovetop Kettle by Fellow, Crate and Barrel, crateandbarrel.com
Go Organic/Organic Living/Egg Shape
The asymmetrical shape of this freestanding bathtub has a relaxed, natural appeal. It’s made from reclaimed marble but feels like it’s been hand formed out of clay. Eigg bathtub, 71” x 39” x 21”, Ginger’s, gingers.com
Pour Relation/Pour Over
A hand-carved cherry saké pourer, finished in a black lacquer made from the natural sap of lacquer trees, feels perfectly formed to the palm of your hand. Mjolk, mjolk.ca