Wendy Jacob

Canada

Features Editor at House and Home

Writer, editor, equestrienne, whose cooking conjures demons.

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Articles

These Stylish Patios All Have One Thing In Common

1 week ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Published on May 9, 2025 Print This We’ve noticed a recurring theme on stylish patios: woven chairs. They don’t look uniform, either. Whether it’s a charming white painted wicker bench or a beachy, openwork rope armchair that’s perfect for a waterfront home, there are many ways a woven chair can add style and sophistication to an outdoor space. Woven chairs not only let the breeze flow through, but their flexibility and give makes them comfortable....
Inside A Decorative Parisian Brasserie-Inspired Kitchen

1 week ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Published on May 2, 2025 Print This Consider this kitchen in North York, Ont., the equivalent of a profiterole — it’s full of rich flavours and textures, luscious gleaming surfaces and buttery finishes. The French dessert reference is apt: the owners dreamed of a kitchen with fabulous European style. Designer Sabrina Albanese riffed on that idea when she tackled the reno. “Because the owners wanted that trad, old French look, I gravitated toward a...
Dart Studio Brings Function And A Modern Flair To This Toronto Kitchen

2 weeks ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Published on April 25, 2025 Print This Even though the kitchen in this 1930s-era home in Toronto’s Danforth area had relatively new finishes, it also had one major flaw. “There was only one drawer!” says principal designer Olivia Botrie with a laugh. Olivia and senior designer Mariane Kawamura, both of Dart Studio, were hired to bring much-needed function and modern finishes to the space. The original kitchen was shoehorned into a corner of a great room...
13 Things That Make Regular Gardens Look Luxe

3 weeks ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Published on April 21, 2025 Print This Just as interiors can be upgraded by smart design moves, gardens can benefit from the same thinking. We’ve rounded up some spectacular gardens that are full of good ideas that can be adapted to just about any space. As these pristine yards, decks, pools and patios prove, some TLC and a bit of smart planning go a long way to elevate outdoor sanctuaries. Read on to discover our best luxurious garden tips! Accent...
How A Dramatic Statement Ceiling Can Create A Major Design Moment

4 weeks ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Things are definitely looking up. Designers are focussing on the upper reaches of rooms, lavishing them with details like wallpaper, contrasting paint, striking mouldings and textural treatments. When done right, the effect can be artfully dramatic and ultra-luxe. These standout statement ceiling examples demonstrate how designers make “the fifth wall” a major design moment.
Inside A Newly Built Quebec Country Home With Tons Of English Charm

1 month ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

English kitchens set the gold standard for owners hungry for living spaces that look back in time, but also capitalize on the latest cooking technology. While this kitchen isn’t set inside a cottage in the dales of Gloucestershire, it does feel authentic — the perfect place to savour a hot cuppa. In fact, this newly built home is in Saint-Lazare, Que., about an hour west of downtown Montreal.
Looking For Skirted Furniture Inspiration? We’ve Got You Covered

1 month ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Updated on April 2, 2025 Print This It doesn’t require a major overhaul to make furnishings look fresh this season: skirted furniture is a fun, easy fix. With a few metres of fabric, skirting is a budget solution to cover furniture legs (that may have seen better days) and offers a whimsical way to close off open storage. DIYers can whip one up themselves on a sewing machine by following instructions from sites like Create/Enjoy, or by searching YouTube...
Inside A Modern House Decorated With Curvy Furniture, Statement Lighting And Cool Art

2 months ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

City Homes Author: Wendy Jacob Published on March 5, 2025 Print This The shift toward artisanal personal and textural interiors offers great character and sensual appeal. Case in point: this family home in Toronto’s High Park neighbourhood designed by Clare Forndran and Danielle De Francesco of Forward Interiors. “Our clients craved something that felt elevated and unique — something they hadn’t seen anywhere else,” says Danielle. Danielle and Clare formed Forward Interiors in 2022. The...
House & Home’s Paint Report: The Best Paint Colours in 2025

2 months ago | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Decorating & Design Author: Wendy Jacob Published on February 26, 2025 Print This Looking for the best paint colours to use in 2025? House & Home’s 2025 Paint Report is your official guide to the top hues of the year. From Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate to Farrow & Ball’s Hopper Head, these 10 shades are sure to make an impact. A Touch of Sage A refined, greyed sage is atmospheric and easy to live with — a true colour chameleon that shifts with natural light. Use the hue in a living room to...
Graceful Arches And Rich Travertine Bring Old World Charm To This Renovated Ensuite

Feb 14, 2025 | houseandhome.com | Wendy Jacob

Bathrooms Author: Wendy Jacob Published on February 14, 2025 Print This This renovated ensuite bathroom in north Toronto embodies an interesting reno lesson: it is possible to get a totally new look without moving the plumbing. That said, while the footprint here stayed exactly the same, designers Alana Firestone and Jordy Fagan of Collective Studio rethought every piece and finish, creating a layered, old world look that’s warm and inviting, but also youthful enough for the owners and their...