Western Living Magazine
Protected: The Rise of Custom Canadian-Made Furniture in West Coast Design
6 Homes with Globally Inspired Interiors
6 Bathroom Design Tips for 2026
Vancouver Chef Vikram Vij’s Indian Chai Tiramisu (A Coffee-Free Twist on the Classic)
9 Dishes That Are Perfect for Date Night at Home
How Vancouver’s Amélie Nguyen of Anh and Chi Hosts Lunar New Year at Home
Protected: 5 Reasons to Visit Osoyoos This Spring
Tofino’s Floating Sauna Turned Me Into a Sauna Person
A Wellness Getaway in Squamish Valley: Off-Grid Yurts, Sauna Cycles and River Calm
“Why Don’t Towels Stretch?” Herschel Co-Founder’s New Home Goods Brand Rethinks the Towel
Audi Elevates the Compact Luxury SUV
New and Noteworthy: 10 Fresh Home Design Finds for Winter 2026
Entries Are Now Open for the 2026 Designers of the Year Awards!
Designers of the Year Frequently Asked Questions
Photos: The Western Living Design 25 Finalists Party
Sponsored Content
Christmas is just around the corner so weve rounded up some of our favourite items that you can gift to your friends, familyand yourself
Start prepping for the holidays with some of our favourite picks from the Simply Beautiful store…
This gorgeous cream infinity scarf from Blush Peony is the perfect addition to any fall/winter wardrobe. The neutral colour works with any sweater, jacket or coat, making it extremely versatile and wearable all season long. Just wrap it around your neck twice and embrace the luxurious warmth Shop online
The ultimate in coziness, these gorgeous twist knit, fleece-lined slipper socks from Vancouver’s Blush Peony are like a blanket for your feet. Grab a magazine and snuggle up fireside in pure comfort. For those who are always chilly, these socks are great to wear even while sleeping on cold winter nights. Shop online
The holiday entertaining season is quickly approaching. Serve up all your favourite fromages with the perfect utensils from Blush Peony. The set includes a chisel knife for cutting crumbly soft cheeses or chipping firm cheeses like Asiago; a flat cheese knife for cutting semi-firm cheeses like cheddar as well as soft cheeses like Brie; a heart knife for cutting classics like Parmesan into bite-sized pieces; and a serving knife to hold harder cheeses while you slice them. Get the charcuterie board ready! Shop online
Another cozy favourite from Blush Peony, these Pompom Knit Toques in grey and white are truly a must-have for the season. With a chunky knit detail and fluffy faux-fur pompom, you’ll be warm, stylish and on trend all season longwhether you’re wanting to stay local and dry, or heading up to find some snow in the mountains. Shop grey and white online
This gorgeous two-piece gold-finished serving set will elevate any meal. Ideal for salads, but also for dishing out pasta, casseroles and whatever else you’ve cooking up this season, these durable stainless steel utensils will add a touch of glam to your table. The beautiful book-style packaging makes this set easy to store away in a drawer. Shop online
This pick really is ideal for the season of celebrations. And whether you’re giving a gift or heading to a friend’s for a low-key dinner, arrive in style with this celebratory wine bag from Simply Beautiful. Designed to handle any standard-sized bottle, taking your wine on-the-go just got a lot easier. Shop online
These White Enamel Coated Mule Mugs from Simply Beautiful scream cozy holiday movie by a roaring fire. The metal mug will keep your festive cocktail at the perfect temperature, so all you have to do is kick back and enjoy. Shop online
Are you over 18 years of age?