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Norbridge Antiques: August 2011
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Sunday, August 7, 2011. Recently I visited Hendrie Park, one of the large display gardens within Royal Botanical Gardens not far from Toronto. Hendrie Park contains several formal, informal and natural gardens. I always enjoy visiting formal gardens because of their design elements. The infinity edge reflecting pools are stunning and pick up the reflection of the gardens on each side. In June, when the roses are in full bloom the reflections on the water are full of colour. RBG is known all over the worl...
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Norbridge Antiques: October 2011
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Thursday, October 20, 2011. Spadina House Garden in October. The Pergola, 1909. The begonias and clematis terniflora are still in bloom. The garden surrounding the stately Spadina House goes back to 1818 when the Baldwin family first lived at Spadina and lives on, as it has beautifully aged through the Victorian and Edwardian periods to the present day. The design and plantings were enhanced by James Austin's family and descendants from 1866 to 1978. Between 1897 and 1913,. A better view of the porte-coch.
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Norbridge Antiques: August 2012
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Thursday, August 16, 2012. Gustav Hahn, Artist. Fireplace in the Matthews House panelled ballroom designed by Gustav Hahn, 1899. Ceiling by Gustav Hahn, 1892. Ontario Legislative Chamber, Ontario Legislative Building. A portion of the frieze recognized as being Gustav Hahn's work, 1898. Billiard room of Spadina House. Though unsigned, the rhythmic, stunning Art Nouveau frieze of 1898 on the walls of the billiard room of Spadina House is recognized as being Gustav Hahn’s work. Gustav worked prolifically t...
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Norbridge Antiques: January 2012
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Monday, January 30, 2012. Toronto Interior Design Show, IDS12. On Friday, I went to the IDS12, the Toronto Design Show to see what's new in style, colour and design. I always lean toward quality in products and designs that have a timeless appeal. The exhibitors were anxious to give me detailed information of the products as I made my way along the many booths. The products featured here particularly appealed to me. Town and Country Fireplaces. For a luxurious soak in the bathtub, this freestanding batht...
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Norbridge Antiques: April 2011
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011. Vizcaya – the Gardens in March. 65279;While I was Florida last month, I took the time to visit Vizcaya in Miami. As with many visitors before me, I was thoroughly enchanted. Stone Barge and Tea House. Centre Island surrounded by a Reflecting Pool. My photos are of the outside of the house and the Italian style garden with its sub-tropical Florida plantings. The taking of photos inside the house is not currently allowed. View of the Formal Garden. Wednesday, April 13, 2011. Antiqu...
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Norbridge Antiques: September 2011
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Espalier at Royal Botanical Gardens. Pergola in Hendrie Park, Royal Botanical Gardens. When I walked along the pergola in. Royal Botanical Gardens, I was thrilled to see that the walls of the pergola were made up of vines and trees trained in espalier form. Espalier is a way of training a tree or shrub on an independent trellis, or forced flat against a wall. Hendrie Park pergola, Royal Botanical Gardens. The formal design used here is known as. Monday, September 5, 2011.
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Norbridge Antiques: February 2012
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Flavelle House (Holwood), built 1902. Few people take the time to appreciate the large house that sits with gracious dignity set back from Queeen’s. As they drive downtown every day. The Living Room at Flavelle House. School students who use Flavelle House every day have a better opportunity to take part in its beauty enjoying the interior and exterior aspects of its architecture and decoration. The Georgian Great Hall Fireplace. Wednesday, February 8, 2012. Grows as I walk in...
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Norbridge Antiques: December 2010
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010. I wish all of you a Merry Christmas and much happiness. The meaning of Christmas is all about giving. At this time of year, we are generous with giving both gifts and our time to our relatives and close friends. Many of us also remember to give to those in need so that they and their families can enjoy a special Holiday, too. Friendship and unconditional love are among the greatest gifts we can give. One of my hopes is for tickets to the Metropolitan Opera. Collections. My...
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Norbridge Antiques: November 2010
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Thursday, November 25, 2010. It has become an annual tradition for a few of us to have a pre-Christmas lunch and then do a little shopping, marking the beginning of the Christmas season. This corner in Toronto is where Avenue Road turns into Queen’s Park South of Bloor Street. Looking south, the Royal Ontario Museum is on the right and you can see the Ontario Legislative building in the distance. We often go to the. The Hermès door is the highlight of the day with its beautiful metal work. The Gardiner M...
