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Enter Western Living’s 2027 WL Design 25 Awards
FAQ: The WL Design 25 Frequently Asked Questions
Meet the 2026 Western Living Design Icons
The most-read articles of the year include beautiful houses, beautiful houses and (surprise) beautiful houses.
Of course we think every article we publish about gorgeous West Coast homes, delicious recipes or inspiring travel destinations is worthy of your attention… but looking back at our stats for the year, it’s clear our readers have a few standout favourites. Here are the most-popular Western Living stories of 2024, as chosen by you: the people have spoken.
Designer Brianna Hughes transforms an Edmonton home with cozy nooks and eclectic details to create a warm haven for a family of five returning from tropical climes.
Designer Sophie Burke brings a near-century-old cabin back to life on a remote island just up the coast.
Out with the old and in with these new stylish home design pieces to welcome in 2024.
PlaidFox offers a fresh take on the retro charm of a once-spurned, now-beloved Vancouver classic.
The inaugural winners of our WL Design 25 awards are a celebration of smart design at its very best.
Designer Kelly Deck brings a sense of play and charm to a traditional home.
On a bluff overlooking the Salish Sea, these guest quarters—designed by architect Laura Killam and interior designer Sophie Burke—offer a masterfully designed pairing of indoor and outdoor living.
This collaboration between designer Andrea McLean and architect Howard Airey is what happens when beach house dreams come true.
Our annual WL Designers of the Year Awards, celebrates the brilliant talents and creative minds shaping Western Canada’s design scene. This year was extra special with two new categories: WL Design Icons, our own hall of fame for trailblazing designers, and the People’s Choice Awards, where you, our esteemed readers, got to vote for standout projects from each of the design contenders.
Yes, the Design 25 winners already made the list, but the D25 finalists deserve a little love too… this list of 100 shortlisted candidates prove the winners had have some serious competition on their way to the top.
The editorial team at Western Living loves nothing more than a perfectly designed space, place or thing: and we’re here to tell you about it. Email us your pitches at [email protected].
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