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High/Low: Curving Sofa
While scouting sofas recently, one of the pieces that caught my eye was the Safari at Mobilia in Mississauga. The compact, curving form of the piece set it apart from everything else on the floor and the price tag nearly bowled me over--just $999, marked down from $1,499.
Full post and comments...High/Low: Berber Style for Every Budget
Friday, October 10, 2008 by Chris
You know a trend is in full flower when you can find examples of an item across a range of price points; this week in Toronto I spotted Syrian-made, walnut tables inlaid with mother of pearl at Constantine (above) for $1,800 - $2,200; I found detailed mahogany pieces from Egypt at the Door Store priced from $525 - $850 and I discovered some charming Rosewood tables inlaid with bone for $225 - $350 at Timbuktu (117 Yonge Street, 416.366.3169).
Full post and comments...High/Low: Christopher Guy Chairs
Tuesday, September 30, 2008 by Chris
I was so impressed with these Christopher Guy chairs when I first saw them at Toronto’s Chair Source: the whimsical crossed back legs–a Guy signature–make me smile every time I see them. Then on 1stdibs this week came a posting for the chairs below, designed by Ray and manufactured by Harrison and Gil, circa 1940. [...]
Full post and comments...High/Low: Tripod Table, Rougier Lamp
Monday, September 15, 2008 by Chris
A couple of high/low items came to my attention over the weekend: after my post about the sexy Victoria table at the Lifestyle Shop (above left, $1,250), Mike spotted this terrific vintage piece (above right) in the window of the Public Butter (1290 Queen St. W.) for just $250. The vintage piece doesn’t have a [...]
Full post and comments...High/Low: Calligaris Furniture
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 by Chris
So if you think you can't afford contemporary Italian design give Calligaris a look; the product line is available through Canadian retailers from coast to coast (click here for a complete list).
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