Designers of the Year

Calgary designer Paul Lavoie’s boldly colourful spaces have been bringing joy to both his clients and Western Living readers for over 40 years.

PLUS Tickets are on sale now to celebrate the winners of our 2025 Designers of the Year, announced live on September 11, 2025!

Vote for your favourite project from the finalists of our 2025 Western Living Designers of the Year awards.

PLUS: WL People's Choice Awards Finalists announced next week!

Our first live event for our Western Living Design 25 Awards was a party for the ages

Meet the top 25 room and product designs in Western Canada—including our inaugural People’s Choice winners.

An oversized floor lamp offers a design-forward solution for tough-to-light spaces.

This mud room makes space for everyone in the family—even the cats.

This isn’t your grandpa’s rustic cabin—it’s a bright, stylish retreat perfect for après-ski lounging.

Millwork, murals and more transform a penthouse into a vibrant and colourful home.