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West Coast Designer Kim Bartley has created a bucket list of unique boutiques and design stores across the country that have caught her fancy and inspired her over the past year.
LAMBERT ET FILS LUMINAIRES Montreal, Quebec www. lambertetfils. com
If you are looking for quality craftsmanship with a unique edge, this custom boutique offers a selection of lighting that will satisfy the designer in you. Home to an amazing collection of modern lamps, suspensions and unusual shades, this small studio offers unparalleled quality at a premium price. With a commitment to tradition, their fixtures often feature a contemporary twist on an iconic motif. These investment pieces will
last a lifetime and illuminate the look of your space.
F2 FURNISHINGS Calgary, Alberta www. f2furnishings. ca
This concept store in Calgary has created a name for itself by selling its own Canadian designed and made furniture line, as well as other local and international furniture. A great place to shop for unique home décor items, their focus is on modern customizable furniture pieces. Their motto is sleek, chic and functional and they deliver the goods, making sure that their clients
are as comfortable with the entire process as they are with the finished piece. Their in-house consultation service is designed to satisfy their customers’ needs and guide them through the process. With a sister store in Edmonton, this western design store is a shining star that caters to a bold and adventurous clientele.
BIRCH AND CO Toronto, Ontario www. birchandco. ca
Though this home and gift emporium could easily be found in the heart of Rosedale or Leslieville, its location in Little India offers an
FRONT PORCH INTERIORS AND DESIGN STORE Wawota, Saskatchewan www. frontporch-interiors. com
A small town gem of a store, this boutique offers a quirky combination of name brands and quality products. Customer service is their specialty according to owner and interior decorator Shannon Houff, and she is committed to bringing her clients a wide range of items from entry level furniture to investment pieces that will last forever. Not only a retail space, this one stop shop offers design services that will help you pull together the whole look of your space. With a strong online presence and a popular blog, Shannon offers a design vision that is unique to the area and worth a visit. With an unparalleled attention to detail and a knack for accurately assessing a client’ s needs, Shannon’ s“ proudly Canadian” boutique caters to all styles and budgets.
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