To mark its 10th anniversary, a collection of just 50 handmade Rolls-Royce Ghosts are now on offer. In the automotive world, there is no better known symbol than the “Spirit of Ecstasy” hood ornament that has adorned Rolls-Royce motor cars for more than a century. The emblem will become even more valued as Rolls-Royce is …
Askdeco Interior Design Studio brings new thinking to a family home in Beirut When these clients first approached with a request to design their family home overlooking the Mediterranean in the heart of downtown Beirut, the couple’s vision was of an industrial style. But through consultations with the artisans at Askdeco Interior Design Studio, now …
Canadian designer Troy Smith makes his creative mark Using furniture as a medium to express his creativity, Canadian designer Troy Smith is garnering international attention from notable galleries for his extraordinary art and eclectic collection of tables, chairs and sofas of exceptional beauty and built with meticulous care and craftsmanship. Based in Toronto and Miami, …
In the automotive world, few names carry the power, prestige and tradition of Porsche. There is just something about the brand and the car, through its style, design and performance, that speaks to even a casual observer of cars and racing. Porsche is a name that cuts across ages and cultures, reflecting the best in …
Life is multifaceted, and for many of us, our passions propel our choices. For Gina Godfrey, her life has been influenced by her desire to help others and create art. Passion for art can be distilled down to an appreciation of imagery. We like what we like for individual reasons. After all, “beauty is in …
Andaz Toronto-Yorkville — the perfect luxury boutique hotel in The One. When you are developing the tallest building in Canada at the heart of the nation’s largest city, it’s important that all the elements within perfectly reflect the luxury, quality and brand of the overall development. Mizrahi Developments and leading global hospitality company Hyatt recently …
How a journey to East Africa opened this conservationist’s eyes as to what she could still do for the world and the animals in her care. Written by Rick Muller Interview by Victoria Scott Authentic. It’s a word Sylvia Mantella uses often. It’s usually to describe how she measures a charitable cause to which she …
The mastermind behind Atelier in Ottawa shares his journey with food in his breakout book, Atelier. For those parents facing frustration with their children’s tastebuds, which may seem restricted to anything inside a cellophane bag or cardboard box, take solace — there is hope. And it comes from Marc Lepine, one of Canada’s most revered …
The Mystery of the Most-Valuable Automobile in the World. Among collectors of the world’s finest, the rarest finds are not only the most valuable and cherished, but also it may be the search for them that provides the most satisfaction. The holy grail of such current searches focuses on the last-known existing Bugatti Type 57 …
An experienced entrepreneur, Sam Mizrahi will be reaching heights never seen before with his company, Mizrahi Developments, and its newest development. Interview By Victoria Scott Thinking back to one’s high school days, it’s surprising how small and insular one’s world actually is during those developing years. One’s vision doesn’t extend far beyond the halls and …
