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The Junction Flea Market

April 15, 2013 | EntertainmentLeisure, Retail

It was a blustery weekend here in T-dot that left half the population sequestered indoors and the other half - those desperately craving fresh air - out on the streets braving the chillish breezes while wrapped in scarves clutching hot cups of java. Between appointments I took a stroll…
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The Drake General Store On Queen West

March 13, 2013 | Retail

If one's busy-as-a-bee schedule will allow, nothing follows a delicious breakfast treat at the Drake Cafe better than an opportunity for the curious to peruse the wonderful and playful array of goods both hard and soft from Canada and abroad at the renowned Drake Hotel General Store. Situated at…
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Industrial Storm On Queen West

March 05, 2013 | Design, Furnishings, Retail

Situated at 1106 Queen Street West, right next door to Bosley Real Estate's beloved and very own West Queen West location in a building whose former (and somewhat prosaic) use was that of a car wash, Industrial Storm showcases extraordinary handmade furniture, lighting, wall coverings, textiles, area rugs and…
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A Sweet Shop In Riverdale

January 18, 2013 | Retail

The sidewalk sandwich board of Suckers Cancy Co. screams "We've got FUDGE!!!" And it just so happens that the creamy confection is also a VERY big favourite of urbaneer! Are you ready for a fantastic and frenetically-flavoured blast to the past? Located on 450 Danforth Avenue at Chester Avenue, Suckers…
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INabstracto Mid Century Modern Furniture, Art and Design On Queen West

December 21, 2012 | Retail

As a designer, I love mixing furniture. I believe the most successful representation of Home comes when a residence conveys the presence of a 'collector' and a life well-traveled. Bringing furnishings of different eras, styles or geographies, gives a home a patina that suggests a journey taken over time.…
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Philip Sparks Tailored Goods - Queen & Ossington

December 17, 2012 | Retail

Making its home on Ossington just north of Queen Street West this year, Philip Sparks Tailored Goods, Inc. offers both men and women beautifully crafted quality clothing and accessories at his storefront at 162 Ossington Avenue at Foxley. Designer Philip Sparks sources the inspiration for his full collection of menswear,…
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Bobbette And Belle Bakery In Lesliville

December 11, 2012 | Retail

It came as no surprise to urbaneer that Bobbette and Belle Artisanal Pastries, located at 1121 Queen Street East at Bertmount, was recently voted Toronto's best for custom (and wedding) cakes by BlogTO. Nestled in the heart of one of urbaneer's fave neighbourhoods, Leslieville, owners and pastry-chefs extrordinaire Sarah and…
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A Great Find At Philz In Riverside

December 07, 2012 | Renovation, Retail

Despite their spotty reputation because one of the owners is frequently caustic and unapologetically rude (along with the occasional accusation for misrepresentation on the uniqueness of product), we rather like Philz, the purveyor of 20th century furnishings located at 792 Queen Street East in Riverside near Boulton Avenue. Some…
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A Sky Loft Style Enhancement

November 29, 2012 | Retail, Style Enhancement Staging

When our clients enlisted our services to sell their loft condominium in the heart of King West in downtown Toronto, they forewarned us that they had a lot of books and 'stuff''. While we personally love the character and charm that comes with the patina of cherished items, when it…
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A Midtown Style Enhancement

November 20, 2012 | Retail, Style Enhancement Staging

One of the services we take pride offering at urbaneer.com is called a Style Enhancement. It's where we guide homeowners on how to prepare their home for sale in a fresh current style that will help it show to its maximum potential and best use. To start, we begin…
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