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I love visiting new cities to be inspired by their architecture and design. Here are a few cities that are a must visit this year! - Evelyn Eshun, Design & Event Editor PARIS, FRANCE This famous city is likely on the list for most people to visit, and I agree that everyone should visit Paris. Sophisticated and luxurious, even the simplest rooms have beautiful details and finishes. I have been fortunate to visit this city a few times and each time the doors, window details and frankly every inch of every building inspires me. COMO, ITALY Lake Como is at the center of this region, flanked by quaint little towns including what has been deemed the most roman- tic town in Italy, Bellagio. It is famous for the colorful homes, narrow streets and mountainous topography. It is accessible by car but best visited with a boat cruise which takes passen- gers to the various stops along the lake’s shores. The bright colors, the wisteria and bougainvillea that grow everywhere truly make this place magical and relaxing. It has a small town feeling with a serious dose of sophistication. SAN FRANCISCO, USA This is a very unique city with topography like no other. The architecture is unique and ranges from traditional to contem- porary with a fresh, lighthearted undertone. With incredible views and turn of the century interiors, this city has tremen- dous inspiration whether it is the quaint hotel you stay at or the local department store. Though much of the city burned down in 1851, it was rebuilt to be one of the most recogniz- able and iconic places in the world. 46 CANADIANHOMETRENDS.COM