SHOP WITH A
DESIGNER
Designer extraordinaire,
Jane Lockhart visits
stores across the country
to let us know where
her favourite must-shop
boutiques and designsavvy stores are located.
KEVIN MUISE INTERIORS
Halifax, NS
www.facebook.com/Kevin-Muise-Interiors
Nestled in the up-and-coming hipster
neighbourhood just off Gottingen Street,
Kevin Muise Interiors is housed in a recently
renovated, light-filled studio. The store is a
charming mix of furniture and accessories,
where chrome and glass can share space
with antiques and custom upholstered
pieces. Great design is in the mix - where
traditional meets modern. Filled with texture,
colour and layers - the store’s vignettes offer
inspiration to its browsers. The store is a
natural extension of Kevin’s design aesthetic
- with more than 18 years in the design
industry.
Boutique Spotlight
STUDIO 428 DESIGN & DÉCOR
Kitchener, Ontario
www.studio428design.com
What are people buying?
We are seeing people gravitating to boldcoloured prints and nature-inspired pieces.
Our unique oil prints on wood or metal are
a top choice. Our Canadian-made bedding
linens have also been quite popular, with
many customers choosing quilts and coverlets
rather than duvet covers. We have been very
conscious when choosing product lines for our
store, ensuring that they are Canadian or North
American-made.
What’s trending at Studio 428?
Popular trends right now include faux fur
pillows and throws, nailheads as décor accents
on a variety of accessories, and navy blue mixed
with gold.
What’s the style of the store?
We would describe our style as “On-Trend”,
with many unique items for both you and your
home. It is our privilege to help our clients
create spaces that are a reflection of their
personal styles.
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THORNBLOOM-THE INSPIRED
HOME
Halifax, NS
www.thornbloom.com
At Thornbloom, you’ll find an inspiring
collection of décor items to complement
your home; everything from essentials to
accent pieces. With a variety of styles and
price points to choose from, they offer the
best in furniture, bedding, home décor, and
kitchenware. With the option of custom
orders and access to even more products
online, you have the luxury of choice while
maintaining a personal touch.