Our Natural World
Enviornmentalists, philosophers and designers will all agree that it is a foolish fallacy to deny that we are intimately connected to nature. At times we deny the importance of the natural world — at our peril — but we simultaneously show our love of nature and celebrate it on a daily basis. Almost inevitably, our art, our furnishings, our adornments, our personal spaces, are inspired by the natural world. Sometimes we mimic nature’s magnificence, with a printed floral motif, an animal pattern or an artificial stone. We also incorporate real wood, polished metals and plants into our lives and surroundings. Both impulses enhance the quality of our life and the objects on these pages celebrate that reality. We love nature; we are nature-inspired.
1 Print your high-resolution digital images onto your window coverings. Altex IMAGIN X and Covers Designers’ Edge offer extra-large printing capability on high speed light, lift or automation shades. coverscanada.ca
2 A small Spade Leaf Plant and earthen-toned pot add organic texture and calming beauty. cottage-culture.ca
3 This small (6.5” diameter) floral mandela wind spinner is made of stainless steel and can be hung outside all year. parkwaygardens.ca
4 Gold Mountain coaster design by Cedar Mountain Studios, made in Canada. Sealed print on tumbled marble with cork back. curiositiesgiftshop.com
5 This celebration of cardinals painted metal wall art is 22” square and suitable to hang indoors or outdoors. ungers.ca
6 This colourful metal pelican garden sculpture can stay out year round. parkwaygardens.ca
7 Lotus Pond Heather/Cotton prepasted and washable wallpaper by York Designs, Pattern # GO8294. Benjamin Moore paint colours, from the top: Dill Weed 481, Silken Blue CSP-670 and Brandy Cream CC-60. clancysrainbow.com
8 A unique Mockingbird sculpture by Ontario artist Betty Nelson-Daniels. Composed of a wide variety of coloured and textured materials, found objects and fanciful trimmings. mockingbirdcreations.com
9 This large (12” diameter) copper octagonal wind spinner can be hung outside all year. parkwaygardens.ca
10 This tulips and butterfly painted indoor/outdoor metal wall art is 23.6” in diameter. ungers.ca
11 Rossvik real rattan club chairs and Pamir hanging pendant lights combine natural textures and Nordic design. cottage-culture.ca
12 Sunbelly High Tide Privacy Screen, crafted from 100% powder-coated aluminum, with wave patterns laser-cut into the panels. 36” wide x 68” tall. coppsbuildall.com
13 This colourful metal sandpiper garden sculpture can stay out year round. parkwaygardens.ca
14 A small Grassy Plant Pot with lush blades in a warm earthen-toned pot. No watering required! cottage-culture.ca
