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June 2008 Issue:

The how to issue

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Design solutions and how-tos
Sam's style: A peek inside deisgn editor Samantha Pynn's own home makeover; what she did and why; Global influences: Inspiring new decor looks from around the world; 4 townhouses + 4 design firms = 4 fab looks you can adapt to create a smart style statement in your own home; Tips on what makes a room work; coffee rable vugnettes; deck decor; garage door options; Red-hot Argentinian wines; and more!

HOME: HOW TO ...
- ADD FEMININE FLAIR
  
  96
  
  Designer Kate Stuart gives a living and dining area a fresh elegant update
- GET THE KITCHEN YOU WANT
  
  104
  
  Interior designer Henry Liska adds custom cabinetry to create a perfectly efficient space
- GO PREFAB
  
  114
  
  The modern look of a factory-made house
- DO HOLLYWOOD MEETS THE HAMPTONS
  
  132
  
  Soft colours and glamorous decor in the home of design editor Samantha Pynn
- TAKE A TOWNHOUSE FROM BASIC TO BRILLIANT
  
  148
  
  Four Canadian design firms accept the challenge of personalizing model homes
- OPEN UP WITH STYLE
  
  156
  
  With an open floor plan, interior designer Jason Chapados turns his small home into a showpiece
- MAKE YOUR GARDEN GREAT
  
  162
  
  Low maintenance and high style are a winning combo in art director Susan Rogers' front garden
STYLE: HOW TO ...
- GET ALL DECKED OUT
  
  46
  
  Outdoor-friendly fashions for summer living
- SURVIVE THE DESIGN CENTRE
  
  64
  
  From choosing finishes to upgrades, a must-have guide to new home design
- STYLE A COFFEE TABLE
  
  76
  
  The art of crafting a stunning display - three design pros show you how
- CREATE A ROOM THAT WORKS
  
  84
  
  Styling secrets behind four successful rooms
- PICK THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR
  
  126
  
  Expert advice on what to look for when buying
- BRING THE WORLD HOME
  
  142
  
  Add a touch of international style with four of the hottest looks from around the globe
SHOPPING
- SHOPPING ETC
  
  54
  
  Canadaâﬁ™s best home decor stores
- WINDOW SHOPPING
  
  204
  
  Adorn your walls with one of these 11 beautiful wallpapers
REGULARS
- HOME PAGE
  
  20
- OUR CONTRIBUTORS
  
  23
- DATE WITH STYLE
  
  25
- LETTERS FROM HOME
  
  26
- STYLEATHOME.COM
  
  28
- HOME & STYLE
  
  31
  
  Designer wares; how to scout like a pro; and interior designer Larry Laslo on his new fabric collection for Robert Allen, mixing styles and more
- HIGH/LOW
  
  58
  
  Set a pretty breakfast table at any price
- INSIDE DESIGN
  
  72
  
  Party planner extraordinaire Preston Bailey shares his strategies for outdoor entertaining
- WE LOVE IT!
  
  82
  
  STYLE AT HOME's fave props for beautiful rooms
- ASK US
  
  92
  
  Margot Austin's design solutions
- HOME LIBRARY
  
  112
  
  The best in design and decor books
- TECH STYLE
  
  122
  
  Get wired for outdoor entertaining fun
- WHERE TO FIND IT
  
  180
  
  Source listings for this issue
ENTERTAINING
- HOW TO... GRILL LIKE A PRO
  
  169
  
  King of the grill Bobby Flay shares the secret to perfectly barbecued food
- WINE & SPIRITS
  
  178
  
  Malbec - the manly partner for grilled steaks