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Robert A.M. Stern is one of the most highly regarded postmodern architects in the U.S., known for commissions that include high-end residential buildings (Manhattan’s 15 Central Park West, private homes in East Hampton and elsewhere), public buildings like the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Texas, and even Disney’s headquarters in Florida. A former dean of the Yale School of Architecture, Stern subscribes to a style that is less about innovation and philosophy than it is about continuity and consistency. Often his projects hew so closely to neighbouring buildings that it’s hard to tell they weren’t always there. Usually – though…
Dee Dee Eustace Taylor and daughter Rachael Taylor Hannah create a modern retreat in a historic Yorkville-area building “We’ve moved about 4,000 times!” Rachael Taylor Hannah jokes to her mother, celebrated architect, developer and interior designer, Dee Dee Taylor Eustace. But this time it’s different for the two world travellers. Their new home on the main floor of a renovated 1906 Edwardian mansion is the product of their combined interior design talents. Mother and daughter teamed up for the project after Dee Dee’s firm, Toronto-based Taylor Hannah Architect, transformed the red brick building into a light-filled triplex for modern living. While…
Architect and interior designer Dee Dee Hannah creates spectacular spaces that make the everyday feel like a getaway As Dee Dee Hannah recalls her childhood, it’s easy to understand how she became both an architect and an interior designer. “I loved math and science and I loved fashion. I had this dichotomy in terms of interests, but also that’s sort of the way my mind works: very linear, logical thinker. But then I loved design!” Her stunning creations, bright smile, long gold-spun locks and engaging personality have become famous, courtesy of three appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, a hosting gig on the…
There were nights Philip Barton would wake at 2 a.m. and not go back to sleep. The 49-year-old Toronto contractor had taken on the challenge of a lifetime – renovating...
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DEE DEE HANNAH A true Renaissance woman with a passion for design, fashion, science and math, Dee Dee Hannah was destined to be a creative force in any profession. Born...
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Oct 12th, 2020 2020 is moving faster than expected. This photo shoot with David Drebin at the restaurant, Harbour 60 seems like a lifetime ago. The blur of time is something to behold and try to capture. I have fond memories of the day and the images are instilled in my mind. This campaign was used to celebrate the new renovations that we had completed, having designed and built the restaurant the last night prior to opening was with the owner as Greek music was played and we sipped wine admiring the creation.
Sep 14th, 2020 This is the perfect treat for this Fall knowledge boost with over 100 Teams in the competition from all over the globe. I am on the jury panel with such a distinguished group including the mayor of the City of Greater Sudbury, Mayor Brian Bigger as well as many colleagues both architects and beyond. What do cities look like in our future and how will we be functioning amongst the built and unbuilt form? The world is changing at a rapid pace as we process these changes we must be deliberate in our choices making liveable and…
Aug 10th, 2020 For this version of the Globe light it pulls the discussion on the sameness for the function and the shape but the colour is different. How a simple different shade can produce such a dramatic difference in a fabulous way. We are celebrating diversity and we are making purposeful decisions on equity. Light us up.