May 2013

Spring has finally sprung, and we’ve gathered up fresh looks for the new season. Suzanne Dimma writes about homes that embody a laid-back island vibe. Browse photos of a Hawaiian garden with both fine French antiques and lush, tropical flowers. Peek inside designer Colette van den Thillart’s Barbados vacation home, and a serene cottage on its own island in Muskoka. Learn Kai Ethier’s DIY trick for adding patina to terracotta pots. Plus, Lynda Reeves shares delicious recipes from a Brazilian barbecue party.