Decorating & Design
December 30, 2021
Here Are The Winners For H&H’s 2021 Home Of The Year!
Our readers voted (very enthusiastically) on 14 homes that really stood out this year. From a regal country estate in Oakville, ONT. to a coastal home in Lions Bay, B.C., here are the winners ranging from first place to third (plus one honorable mention!).
Scroll down to see our reader’s picks for H&H’s top homes of the year!
First Place: An Oakville, ONT. Home With Country Estate Charm
Layered with elegant antiques, statement light fixtures and lush textures, the home of former NHL hockey player Andrew MacDonald and wife Hali combines contemporary design with the comfort of a regal English country manor.
What You Said On Instagram:
“This is probably my favorite home in the 25 years I’ve been reading your magazine.”— @laurakvos, via Instagram
“Absolutely beautiful home; so elegantly decorated.” — @audrey_delaney, via Instagram
This first place elegant home got 838,344 votes! Tour the full home here!
Second Place: A European-inspired New House in Kitchener, ONT.
Sensual touches such as snakeskin-patterned tile, antiqued mirror and smoked glass conjure the atmosphere of a sleek European hotel for a 5,000-square-foot new-build lavished with panelling, herringbone floors and luxe gold accents.
What You Said On Instagram:
“That deep purple sectional is pure perfection!” — @amyincanada, via Instagram
This second place home got 768,950 votes! Tour the full home here!
Third Place: A Hip Bungalow Renovation In Mississauga, ONT.
Rarely has a suburban staple looked so cool. Designers Brian McCourt and Michayla Caughlin turned a boxy 1960s bungalow into a sunny, open-concept space for a young family.
What You Said On Instagram:
“This is one of the best transformations I’ve ever seen! Brilliant use of the space and beautiful finishes!” — @angeroo74, via Instagram
“This is a beautiful makeover! I love that they used the existing footprint and elevated it, and I especially love the consideration for kids in the space.” — @joygyant, via Instagram
“This is absolutely stunning! I can’t believe it’s the same house; it just blew me away.” — @tballennellie, via Instagram
The third place home designed by Brian and Michayla (pictured) got 186,212 votes! See the video tour here.
Honorable Mention: A Cottage-style Home In Lions Bay, B.C.
This board-and-batten home embodies relaxed coastal style. Washed in a soothing palette of white, blue and warm wood tones, the house features a wall of glass that shows off stunning ocean, mountain and forest views beyond the deck.
What You Said On Instagram:
“Just a hint of boho chic.” — @vikkifdesigncoaching, via Instagram
This coastal home got honorable mention with its 6,064 votes! Tour the full home here.