Canadian Home Trends Kitchen & Bath/Holiday 2013 | Page 14

the editorial team Celebrity Designer Glen Peloso, Principal of Glen Peloso Interiors, has designed over 300 projects around the world in the last two decades. Glen makes regular guest appearances on various television and radio shows across Canada and is a regular guest speaker at home shows. Glen is Canadian Home Trends Magazine’s National Design Editor, as well as a columnist for The Toronto Star’s Saturday “New in Homes” section. Best Holiday My sister and I would help clean pumpkin to make delicious pie. We’d be up to our elbows in pumpkins and the experience was fun and bonding. Nicholas Rosaci, an award-winning Designer, is the DIY Editor for Canadian Home Trends Magazine, and appears as a guest expert on City TV’s CityLine. As Principal Designer for Nicholas Rosaci Interiors, Nicholas creates chic, glamorous spaces that cross the divide between Modern and Traditional. With a passion for fashion and all things stylish, his spaces leave a lasting impression that pack a punch and inspire you to live better, greener, and of course, more fabulously! www.rosaci.com Jo Alcorn, Style Editor for Canadian Home Trends Magazine, Design Specialist and owner of Whitewash & Co., has designed an eco-friendly furniture line W&C, found online and recently a lighting line that can be purchased in stores across Canada and the U.S. Jo is no stranger to the TV world, and is also an environmental advocate and teacher to future designers. Best Holiday My favourite Holiday memory is cuddling up as a family on Christmas Eve watching the Christmas Story in bed and eating cheese toast. What a perfect moment. Canadian Home Trends Magazine’s Food Editor, Eileen Marshall is the owner of Eileen Marshall Design, a company that offers a full range of services specializing in renovations and custom homes. Eile en’s philosophy is to create elegant and inviting interiors whilst promoting a healthy and comfortable home for each and every family member. Best Holiday My heart will always melt when I think of my children when they were young and firm believers in Santa. The look on their faces – pure excitement and wonderment – when they opened their presents. Gwen Prince, Colour Stylist and consultant for General Paint, has over twenty years experience in the paint industry. She is also a member of the Colour Marketing Group which forecasts colour trends up to two years in advance. Gwen is a self proclaimed paint geek and loves how the right paint colour can completely transform a room or piece of furniture. www.generalpaint.com www.whitewashco.ca www.glenpelosointeriors.com Heather Segreti An accomplished Interior Designer for over 20 years. Her background in both commercial and residential design complement each other, bringing innovative ideas to each project. Heather’s formal design background and accredited training have shaped her refined design aesthetic. Segreti Design is a full service Interior Design firm with a current focus on large scale residential projects. Best Holiday A trip to the hospital for the birth of our son Joshua who decided to join us on Christmas Morning at 10:04 am! www.segretidesign.com Evelyn Eshun Interior Designer Evelyn Eshun, a graduate from Ryerson University, has been involved with design over the past 14 years, collaborating with clients on their residential projects. Evelyn has been a regular design host for many years on several design shows like Take This House & Sell It on W Network and The Decorating Challenge. Best Holiday My best memory was planning which colour would be the star of the season, which made it easier to choose wrapping paper and decorations. www.evelyneshun.com www.eileenmarshalldesign.com Massimo Capra has been on The Food Network many times with successful shows like Restaurant Makeover. He has a regular spot on CityTV’s Cityline, is a national column writer and author of two best selling cookbooks. He is now the host of his own destination cooking show called Gourmet Escapes. He is co-owner/executive of Mistura and also brings his passion for great gourmet food at affordable prices to Canada’s busiest airport, Pearson International (Toronto), with the opening of Boccone Trattoria Veloce and Boccone Pronto. www.massimocapra.com Laura Stein Principal and CEO of Laura Stein Interiors, an award-winning firm specializing in custom interior decorating and design for residential clients. Dedicated to creating exceptional, distinctive, and uniquely personal interiors for her clients, Laura’s focus is on fresh, lifestyle-based design infused with comfort and understated luxury. www.laurasteininteriors.com Jennifer BrouweR is a design expert creating functional and stunning interiors, from concept to completion, with one goal in mind, responsible and timeless design. With over 600 projects and 14 years experience, Jennifer Brouwer Design Inc. has created many noteworthy results which are distinguished by Jennifer’s signature warmth and personal approach. Best Holiday My best holiday memories were getting tucked in bed by my dad Christmas Eve, feeling so much anticipation for what Santa was to bring! www.jenniferbrouwerdesign.com D