(^84) Shop Guide
Mobilia
Contemporary furnishings and decorative
accessories for large homes and small spaces
fill vignettes propped with lighting, rugs,
throws – even a dash of office product. Popular
items include modular leather sofas such as
the Rockland II and Funktion sectionals,
which feature fully adjustable headrests and
tilted back seats respectively; the extendable
Westlyn dining table with marble base; and
the Wolfe bed, with its tall, tufted headboard
upholstered in viscose–linen. 1425 DUNDAS ST E,
MISSISSAUGA 905 625 9106 (ALSO: 71 COCHRANE DR,
MARKHAM 905 305 0355) MOBILIA.CA
Modern Sense
MS is all about ultra-contemporary furniture.
Continually refreshed stock includes Italian
and Canadian mid-mod side chairs and
occasional tables, slick dining sets and floating
entertainment units. Some favourites:
Innovation Living’s condo-friendly Long Horn
sofa, which opens up to become a double-bed
delight; Tonin Casa’s made-in-Italy trestle-
legged dining tables; and Huppé’s overstuffed
sofas and solid-wood bedframes with floating
nightstands. 1875 WILSON AVE 416 746 9381
MODERNSENSEFURNITURE.COM
Molteni & C | Dada
M&C’s Vincent Van Duysen–designed
showroom and refined vignettes illustrate
its commitment to detail-driven furniture,
accessories, storage solutions and kitchen
systems. Accessory trays in the Gliss walk-in
closet offer a place for every pocket square,
while a dappled stone vessel sink reminiscent
of terrazzo (from sister kitchen manufacturer
Dada) and the Grid compositional wall system
(with its many luxe customization options)
stand out. 339 ADELAIDE ST E 416 362 2226
MOLTENIGROUP.COM
Montauk Sofa
Hardwood frames and springs tied at eight
pressure points ensure Montauk’s cushy and
handsomely casual seats will hold up for
years to come. The slate grey, sink-into-me
backrest of the Heather sofa is draped with a
pillow hood and oversized down-filled cushions
for the ultimate Netflix-binge environment.
Valcucine’s kitchen systems are equally spec-
tacular; the sensor-controlled Air Logica
reveals small appliances and cooking utensils
hidden behind a rising backsplash with a
wave of the hand. 220 KING ST E 416 361 0331
MONTAUKSOFA.COM
Morba
Indulge in modernist seating, tables and
storage inspired by the designs of Saarinen,
Eames and Maharam without marring your
credit rating. Morba is a Queen West staple
that carries big-brand designs and impeccable
reproductions of classic furniture, as well as
restored antiques and new pieces that hearken
back to the art deco period. Overhead, cluster
pendants and softball-sized Edison-bulb lamps
illuminate an eclectic collection of artwork
(think patent drawings and vintage-styled
maps). 665 QUEEN ST W 416 364 5144 MORBA.CA
Nirvana Home Collection
Modern and contemporary home furnishings
with an ergonomic edge mingle here with
Umbra and Braun accessories. Task and
BEDDY-BYE TIME
- Lodge high bed, $2830,
by Gautier; 2. Mid-century
twin bed, from $1120,
at West Elm; 3. Classic
conversion bed by Oeuf,
$355, at BB Buggy.
32lounge chairs by Humanscale and Human
Touch, as well as desk lamps by Koncept and
Aerelight, suit the needs of any workaholic,
while sofa beds – made to order in Toronto –
are equipped with hidden storage, and are
perfect for hosting guests in close quarters.
Canadian linens and goose-down duvets
round out the selection. 55 BLOOR ST W 416
929 8300 NIRVANAHOME.CAPalazzetti
A loft-like setting complements the exclusive
stock of minimalist furnishings and accessories
here: the soap bubble–esque Cloud lamps
by Cattelan; the Barbara table with peekaboo
concrete base and Leon credenza (whose front
has an incredible trompe l’oeil ripple effect) by
Casamania & Horm; and Bonaldo’s sexy Lock
chair, whose seat and back provide comfort
with a single swoop of padding. Palazzetti’s
selection of Fornasetti’s decorative plates are
proven bestsellers. 1020 LAWRENCE AVE W 416
785 7190 PALAZZETTI.CAPavilion
Clean lines, comfort and classic silhouettes
give Pavilion’s sofas, dining tables and media
units – modern furnishings designed with
urban dwellers in mind – a timeless quality.
Pavilion specializes in Canadian-crafted
and made-to-order pieces, including sleek
bedroom furniture in walnut and white oak,
and deep, modular sectionals. Also here: hand-
made dining tables and credenzas, original
artwork and prints, lighting and home
accessories. 42 GLADSTONE AVE 416 504 9859
PAV I L ION MODER N.COMPekota Design
Pekota carries its own brand of furniture
designed and built in Canada, as well as an
assortment of pieces from around the world.
Best described as industrial elegance, the
collection of chairs, tables, sofas, shelving
and lighting pieces made from hand-finished
steel and wood is defined by a unique blend of
modern and art deco styles. Also on offer: an1