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WOODEN YOU LOVE THIS? Wood is becoming a very popular interior design trend especially when used to create a cottage chic look. MY BEAR IS COOLER THAN YOUR BEAR! For those with a sense of humour, whimsical accents are great conversation pieces! I call this one “wilderness meets technology.” Chandelier Jo Alcorn Hockley Chandelier www.artcraftlighting.com Bruce Pillow CB2, www.cb2.com 2 Love it! trends watch KEEP IT NATURAL! Crate and Barrel www.crateandbarrel.ca text Jo Alcorn Home Trends’ Style Editor shares her favourite finds... A TWIST OF NATURE that doubles as a coat rack. This is a stunning piece of art. Twig Coat Tree Rack, Crate and Barrel, www.crateandbarrel.ca ROCKIN’ IN STYLE A modern twist on the old school cottage rocker! Celadon Studios Blue Bird Cage on Canvas (Set of 2), Available exclusively at Hudson’s Bay, www.thebay.com Outback Rocking Chair CB2, www.cb2.com A LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME that these prints are hot! What says “outdoor cottage” more than birds? You can even add a twist to this traditional accent and use these fabulous bird cage prints as wall art. TREND ALERT News flash! For rooms with a wall-to-ceiling bookcase that leaves little room to hang an art piece, consider hanging your precious art collection on the bookcase itself. A framed piece worked best for architect and designer Tim Barber. Space designed by Tim Barber Ltd., Inc. - www. timbarberltd.com, Photo by Karyn R. Millet, www.karynmillet.com 20 View more of Tim Barber’s work. www.houzz.com/pro/timbarberltd GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP Relaxation is cottage to a “T”. This natural wooden bed screams nature and a great night’s sleep! Light natural wood tones are key to creating a cottage chic look. UNIVERSAL Spencer Queen, Hudson’s Bay, www.thebay.com