Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 21 ☆ 2023 ☆ Luxury Lifestyle Magazine ☆ Vancouver, BC

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ISSUE #21
OCT/NOV 2023

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | Publisher's M essage
For those who ask why we use .YVR, as part of our
magazine name? it is because of our commitment
to Vancouver and the West Coast community.
Most of us have chosen Vancouver as the city we
want to live and grow in. We came from all over
Canada and around the world to be here.
Folio.YVR is the city's luxury lifestyle voice and is
the only BC-based magazine that allots at least
80 % of its content to those who make this city
incredible. What other luxury magazine in
Vancouver can make the same claim?
With 21 issues published, Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle
Magazine is a powerful marketing vehicle for the
city. We share relatable stories of recognizable
Personalities and Businesses making positive
changes in our world. Culinary is devoted to the
finest restaurants, Vehicles and Real Estate take us
through tony neighbourhoods to showcase stunning
properties in style, and Fashion & Accessories
share the newest collections of designers and
luxury labels we all love to acquire.
Getaw ays focus on locations easily accessible for
a day or two; Events celebrate those who bring an
evening of glamour with a focus on Philanthropy,
and together, all these categories create a
magazine that everyone in our community can
relate to and be proud to say - "I chose Vancouver.
It is my home."
In this issue, we are excited to share the stories of
two photographers. Vancouver's Ema Peter and
Benjamin Rosemberg who recently arrived from
Paris to live with his young family.
M anuel Bernaschek of Show case Pianos
continues to champion Vancouver with invitations
to world-renowned pianists to visit and perform in
person. This issue celebrates Rachel N aomi Kudo
at 'Alberni' on the Kengo Kuma Fazioli.
As we near the holidays, so many shiny
opportunities caught our eye, including Birk's
Zodiac Collection, the Mini DolceVita by Longines,
the launch of the Omega Seamaster with the
N ational Ballet of Canada's Siphe N ovember,
and the doors of the new Van Cleef & Arpels
opening in Toronto.
Join us as we explore the SPHERE in Las Vegas, the
soon-to-launch Beijing M ansion exclusive
members club, and take a dizzying ride-along in
Lamborghini's newest model? the Revuelto
hyper-performance electrified car.
Getaway to Vancouver Island and spend a
couple of nights at the serene hideaway that
is the M agnolia Hotels & Spa and imbibe at
The Courtney Room; get pampered at the
Spa M agnolia, and then venture out into
downtown Victoria to enjoy a meal at Be Love,
where the dishes are abundant and the mocktails
creative.
Dream about the one-of-kind art pieces
in the newest Louis Vuitton Artycapucines
collection and revel in the glorious artworks of
Angeles Agrela and her recent exhibition
at CICA Vancouver.
Please enjoy and share this double issue with your
friends, family, and associates. Being a luxury
'flippable' digital publication, we are not
restricted by the limitations of print and can
honestly add the 'eco-friendly' badge to our work.
In between issues, keep up with what is happening
in Vancouver by bookmarking folioyvr.com and
following us on Instagram at @folio.yvr.
Have a wonderful holiday season!

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TABLE OF CON TEN TS
PUBLISHER' S M ESSAGE | HELEN SIWAK
EM A PETER
BEN JAM IN ROSEM BERG
RACHEL N AOM I KUDO
SHOWCASE PIAN OS PRESEN TS
BEIJIN G M AN SION
AN GELES AGRELA | CICA
OM EGA & SIPHE N OVEM BER
LOUIS VUITTON ARTYCAPUCIN ES
SPHERE | LAS VEGAS
REVUELTO | LAM BORGHIN I
THE SPA M AGN OLIA
M AGN OLIA HOTEL & SPA
THE COURTN EY ROOM
BE LOVE RESTAURAN T
ZODIAC COLLECTION | BIRKS
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS | TORON TO
M IN I DOLCEVITA | LON GIN ES
M ASTHEAD

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RACHEL
EMA PETER I N THE MOMENT
NAOMI
KUDO

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EM A PETER | Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver

EArchitectural photojournalist Ema Peter has
documented some of the most significant
international contemporary buildings over
the past 15 years, garnering her awards
and accolades for her images and key
collaborations.
" I believe that every building has a
personality and a soul." ~ Ema Peter
Her exhibition at The Pacific Gallery, titled
' In the M oment,' displays a series of
unaltered photographs depicting people
interacting with significant pieces of
architecture from around the globe.
Known for pushing the boundaries of
architectural photography, 'In the Moment'
is no exception.
Peter's work explores the soul of
architecture, investigating our built
environment and how we interact with it.
Living in a world where millions of images
are at our fingertips, with 'In the Moment,'
Peter invites us to pause and look at each
image in a more profound way. Her work
speaks directly to the heart of the space
and examines how architecture supports
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The exhibition at the Fairmont Pacific Rim
features architecture at the forefront of
West Coast M odernism in West Vancouver
and coastal BC, with selected images of her
renowned international projects. The images
illustrate Peter's unique ability to catch
fleeting moments: figures moving through
space, a cloud tracing the sky, or a rare
quality of light.
IN FRON T OF THE CAM ERA
Born in Bulgaria, Ema spent much of her youth
on set with her father, a cameraman for major
Bulgarian film productions. Interested in
documenting life as it happens, she became a
presenter for Bulgarian TV, eventually leaving
Bulgaria to pursue an internship in
photojournalism at the M agnum photo
agency in Paris. Peter's love of modern
architecture was ignited by her visits to the
Corbusier Villa La Roche building. Inspired
by its clean lines and Corbusier's visionary
thinking, she drew from her training in
photojournalism to document the
architectural world around her.
She then led one of the largest photography
teams in North America at VRX Studios Inc.
She was also the lead photographer for ad
campaigns at Hilton, Hyatt and Fairmont
and was responsible for creating
photography standards for some of the
world's top hotel brands.

Portrait of Ema Peter by The Collective You

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A JOURN EY TO THE LEN S
As founder of Ema Peter Photography,
she has worked over the past twelve
years with some of the most prestigious
architectural, interior design, and
engineering firms in North America.
Ema's photography has helped many of
these firms reach award-winning status.
She holds a master' s degree in art
and applied photography from the
N ational Academy of Theatre and
Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria (20 0 0 ).
Her images have been featured in
publications such as Architectural
Digest, Elle Decor, Wallpaper, Dw ell,
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Ema has received numerous awards,
including the 20 18 Canadian Architect
Inaugural Photo Aw ard of Excellence,
the 20 22 Dezeen Architectural
Photograph of the Year Public Vote,
Architizer' s 20 22 Aw ard for Architecture
+ Photography + Video, as well as the
20 20 and 20 22 Createur Design Best
Photography Aw ards.
She currently lives with her family in
North Vancouver and is excited about the
opportunities that 20 24 holds for her and
the team at Ema Peter Photography.
Visit the Ema Peter Photography website
to engage with her body of work.

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BENJAMI N
ROSEMBERG
PHOTOGRAPHER

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BENJA M IN ROSEM BERG | Vancouver, BC
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The creative community in Vancouver recently welcomed
photographer and art director Benjamin Rosemberg.
Moving his family and business from Paris to Vancouver
was a big step for him - personally and career-wise.
"I visited Vancouver through a business trip a year ago, and
I fell in love with the vibes, the people. I discovered a
unique emotion with Vancouver's beautiful light and scenic
views. There was something great to be built here. Six
months later, my family and I were moving from Paris and
settling here."

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A YOUTH CAPTIVATED
Benjamin realized his love of photography when
his renowned Parisian architect father gave him
his first camera at four years old, a magnificent
Kodak Ektralite 40 0 . At 16, when he received a
Hasselblad 20 0 0 FC, he then realized that
photography would be his life.
He began honing his skills by taking his first
photographs using friends as models and building
strong relationships with major modelling agencies
in Paris.
His world turned upside down when, at 18, Benjamin
visited the Dahinden Laboratory in Paris and
bumped into Jean- Paul Goude, one of the most
renowned and visionary artists of the Parisian
fashion and advertising scene. What evolved after
a few exchanges was an invitation by Jean-Paul for
Benjamin to join his team.
The pair collaborated for two years on prestigious
projects, which inspired Benjamin to further develop
his photographic technique by registering and
attending the world-renowned Gobelins School in
Paris.
A LEN S ON THE WORLD
Since graduating with the highest honours in 20 0 5,
Benjamin has signed projects with world-leading
fashion brands and collaborated with
internationally renowned artists and magazines.
"I've been lucky to collaborate with artists, people
and brands I really loved, such as Jean-Paul Goude,
an amazing French Artist loved by Andy Warhol;
Yaacov Agam, a kinetic painter; or recently
Jacques Garcia, a French interior designer who
works with the best ateliers and artisans in the
world," Benjamin shares.

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"But there are also so many people I admire,
and I would love to collaborate with or capture:
Quentin Tarantino and wonderful Canadians like
M argaret Atwood, Roberta Bondar, Jeff Wall, or
successful people from Vancouver who have built
amazing companies like Aritzia founder Brian Hill
or Lululemon's founder Chip Wilson. Perhaps a
project with EA Games! It would be my inner child's
dream."
WEST COAST REFRESH
With the relocation and a desire to live more
compassionately, Benjamin shared that his time is
already full as he is "currently finishing a book on
my personal work to accompany an exhibition in
Paris for summer 20 24. I would also love to exhibit
here in Vancouver. I also almost finished an order
for M aisons Particulières, a prestigious hospitality
group that runs iconic palaces in Paris."
A COM PASSION ATE STAN CE
As an artist and humanitarian, Benjamin says that
many causes are important to his heart and who he
is - not only to his family but also to those around
him who may not have a voice.
"People who contribute to making things change
are wonderful, but for me, it is urgently needed to
make real change by reducing animal consumption
and fighting to really improve their conditions.
Four Paw s and WWF are the NGOs I feel the
closest to, and their values are the ones I cherish."
A PORTFOLIO OF VALUE
His most important clients are LVM H (LV, Dior,
Chaumet, Patou, Givenchy, Sephora), Richemond
group, Chanel, Les Editions Jalou, Conde N ast,
AD, N ew Balance, N ike, M aison Souquet, Volvo,
amongst others.

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SHOWCASE
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RA CHEL NA OM I K UDO | Show case Pianos Presents

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"The Kengo Kuma Fazioli Grand Piano is a
masterpiece of craftsmanship and design inspired by
nature, with incredible attention to detail in its design
and construction. The unique materials used and the
precision with which it was crafted create an
exceptional sound and playing experience. What was
born was a perfect synthesis that combines the beauty
of the unique Kengo Kuma architectural design with the
inimitable Fazioli sound and craftsmanship," says
Rachel N aomi Kudo."
"I couldn't help but think about the quote by
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: "Music is liquid
architecture; Architecture is frozen music." Before
sound, every piece of music, either with or without
notations, including improvisations, has an
indispensable structure. Architecture, from its form and
structure, can invoke the imagination and the sound of
music.
"The Kengo Kuma Fazioli is the perfect example. When
you see the layering effect created using sheets of
Hinoki wood, a spiritual material in Japan used for
building temples, it radiates an infiniteness and
timelessness, as if the melodies can vibrate from the
depths of the keys with extra-dimensional resonance."

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FROM DC TO YVR
Born in Washington, DC, to Japanese-Korean
parents, Rachel began her studies with Emilio del
Rosario at the M usic Institute of Chicago. After
spending her childhood in Japan, she returned to
Chicago to pursue a musical life, playing chamber
music and violin in her high school orchestra,
appearing on 'From the Top' on NPR, and studying
with Kum- Sing Lee in Vancouver, Canada.
THE IN VITATION
"When I was first approached to play on the
launch night for the Kengo Kuma tower, I was
incredibly honoured and excited. The Fazioli is
already such a beautiful and unique instrument,
and I was curious to see how the Kengo Kuma
design would enhance its sound and feel. I was
also inspired by the opportunity to play in such a
stunning and innovative space."
A PASSION FOR M EN TORSHIP
Rachel believes in sharing the transformative
power of music with the broadest possible
audience to foster cultural engagement and
human connection.
"As for my advice for young pianists, it's essential
to find a balance between discipline and passion.
You should practice regularly and hone your skills,
but you also need to stay connected to the joy and
inspiration that drew you to music in the first place.
Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things,
and always stay true to your unique voice and
perspective. M usic is a lifelong journey!"

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THE HEART OF ' ALBERN I'
M anuel Bernaschek, founder and owner of
Show case Pianos, felt the choice to invite Rachel to
play at the launch event was exquisite and fitting.
"The amazing thing about Rachel Naomi Kudo is
that she didn't come to just "play the pieces."
Rachel truly delivered a top-quality performance,
which was the perfect complement to the stunning
setting and wonderful acoustics of Kengo Kuma's
building in the Alberni development."
THE FAZIOLI THAT ASTOUN DS
The Kengo Kuma Fazioli grand piano is based on
the Fazioli F212 and is a glorious instrument
designed by the renowned Japanese architect
whose name it bears. Developer Westbank
commissioned the piano, as it has many others,
through Vancouver's only Fazioli dealer, the highly
respected Showcase Pianos.
The Kengo Kuma Fazioli piano has an exterior of
40 bevelled wooden planes of Hinoki w ood?the
same wood used for many of the building's wooden
elements - and its uniform grain is also most
desirable in the piano manufacturing process?both
aesthetically and acoustically. The wood of the
piano case is sculptured to capture the look and
feel of the building's exterior, a look that is echoed
in many of Kuma's buildings.
The Kengo Kuma Fazioli grand piano took over a
year to build and cost USD 890 ,0 0 0 .
S h o w c a s e P i a n o P r e s e n t s
Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine is pleased to collaborate
with Showcase Pianos in this presentation series of
celebrated pianists and vocalists, their stories of devotion,
and their unique relationships with the exquisite pianos that
bring such joy to the world.

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BEI JI NG
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BEIJING M A NSION | Private Property

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The West Coast luxury community is readying
itself to welcome the Bejing M ansion
concept as reality.
As part of a new and highly exclusive social
enterprise, Beijing Mansion promises to be
the ultimate destination to connect, find
inspiration, engage in shared dialogues, and
enjoy a curated, unique experience in arts,
culture, and gastronomic exploration. In
essence, it is the perfect luxury place for
high- end business and social circles to
experience the exclusive international
cutting-edge lifestyle and distinguished
concierge service akin to those in Beijing.

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Members will discover a haven where
privacy reigns and time gracefully unwinds
in tranquil moments. Within the walls of
Beijing Mansion, delight will be had in
gastronomic exploration, and wine and
spirits tastings, all the while, enveloped by a
rich tapestry of arts and culture.
The property will accommodate a limited
number of annual rental requests for event
spaces by external parties. Whether
planning includes an intimate dinner, a
corporate presentation, a lavish wedding
banquet, a Chinese-themed celebration, or
a vibrant party, the team is able to offer a
variety of indoor and outdoor private
spaces customized to your needs.
Bejing Mansion's network includes
celebrated and up-and-coming culinary
professionals, wine and spirits experts, and
experienced event production teams, all
dedicated to ensuring an exceptional
event experience.
Adjacent to the facilities are tranquil
blueberry fields and organic vegetable
gardens? created as a testament to
Beijing Mansions' sustainability
commitment that perfectly complements
the club?s exclusivity.

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TRADITION AL COURTYARD CON CEPT
Beijing Mansion, a private property in
Richmond, BC, seamlessly integrates the spirit of
the traditional courtyard house with a history of
more than 2,0 0 0 years in the Western Han and
Zhou dynasties with the profound architectural
concept of 'harmony between man and nature.'
Completely embodying the connotation of
traditional Chinese residential design and
complementing each other against the stunning
scenery of Vancouver.
The team invites VIP guests to step inside
Beijing Mansion and immerse themselves in the
harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, to
find tranquility.
M EM BERSHIPS
There are a limited number of memberships
available of two types - ' Executive' and
' Under 35.' For consideration, the Membership
division at Beijing Mansion is keenly interested
in learning more about potential members'
personality, interests, passions, and
stories? those that are fitting for polite
company.
They seek members who are individuals who
relish the company of others, find the concept
of a private members club exciting, and
anticipate creating meaningful social
interactions as part of their Beijing Mansion
membership.

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Rae Kung, the newly appointed
General Manager of Beijing Mansion, is
looking forward to revealing this new
establishment to the community with the
hosting of the upcoming 'New Wave
20 23' Dining by Awards evening
featuring an eight-course meal that
reflects a fusion of Chinese and French
delights by rising stars Chef William Li
and Chef Toby Chen.
"Life should be lived to the fullest,
engaged in unforgettable experiences,
and become part of a life story worth
cherishing."
BEIJIN G M AN SION Private Property
Access by Invitation Only
Richmond, BC

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A NGELES A GRELA | CICA Vancouver

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solo exhibition by Ángeles Agrela graced
the walls of CICA Vancouver this fall season.
It offered a vibrant vision of the venerable
traditions of classical painting with the
nuanced undercurrents of contemporary
feminist semiotics. Rooted firmly in the fertile
historiography of Spain?s artistic legacy,
Agrela offered an avant- garde perspective,
inviting audiences to a tableau wherein
obscurantism and epiphany merge.
Born in a UNESCO World Heritage city,
Úbeda, Agrela was not only deeply influenced
by the Golden Age of classical painting, but
also Renaissance architecture. Her work
echoes the allure of masterpieces by
Vermeer, Holbein, and Velazquez; yet
resonates with contemporary artists,
photographers, fashion designers, and comic
illustrators.
Travelling and living in a mix of N aples,
Havana, and Berlin, Agrela?s rich
geographical journey infuses her work with a
unique blend of cultural aesthetics. This
diverse experience has cultivated a
distinctive narrative, seamlessly merging
classical influences with modern-day motifs.

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AN IDEN TITY OF SYM BOLISM
Central to Agrela?s artistic ethos is an
intriguing dialectic of visualization and
erasure. Her meticulous chromatic pencil
renderings on paper delineate feminine
visages ensconced in flamboyant coiffures.
These intricate hair adornments that remind
us of fashion photography, while visually
arresting, frequently eclipse segments of the
subject?s countenance. This conscious act of
occlusion serves a dual interpretation:
critiquing the perennial abstraction of the
female form while compelling the viewer to
transcend superficialities, inciting an
exploration into the profound narratives
veiled beneath these luxuriant exteriors.
THE EXHIBITION
?Las paradojas del aura? featured 20
artworks from 20 14 to 20 23, tracing the
evolution of Agrela?s artistic journey. Her
artistic endeavours present a syncretic
fusion of historical reverence and
contemporaneous innovation. Each
composition invited an epistemological
quest, urging an unravelling of the layered
narratives concealed therein. Within her
domain, every nuance, every chromatic
variation, every obscured countenance
proffers a profound dialogue, awaiting the
engagement of the erudite observer.

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REDESIGN IN G IDEN TITY
Angeles uses the symbolic charge and
communicatory capacity of hair to create
an exaggerated ?mass?that frequently
substitutes the face or hides it completely
as a playful way to attract our attention
away from the face and towards the rest
of what we choose to represent our
image.
Together with the hair, the use of colour,
patterns, and fashion play a role in her
discourse of ?identity,?Agrela presents a
beautiful and somewhat ironic reflection
on how women have been represented
throughout the History of Art.
CICA Vancouver
228 Abbott Street
Vancouver, BC

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OMEGA
SEAMASTER SI PHE
NOVEMBER

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OM EGA | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
OTo celebrate OM EGA?s oceangoing
icon, the Sw iss brand produced a
new Seamaster collection with bold
dials that include a striking tone
reminiscent of a perfect day on a
boundless sea and invited VIPs to
West Vancouver?s Beach House
Restaurant to explore this year?s
special editions in depth.
The seven iconic models ? eleven
watches in all ? track a trajectory
from dressy to serious dive tech.
Common to all is OMEGA?s Summer
Blue, used in greater or lesser
degrees to reflect the water
resistance of each Seamaster and
relate its depth-defying credentials
at a glance:
Aqua Terra represents the
sun-drenched surface, Ultra Deep
the dark abyss.

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A VERY SPECIAL GUEST
Siphesihle (Siphe) N ovember was born in
Zolani, South Africa and trained at
Canada?s N ational Ballet School.
Siphesihle joined The National Ballet of
Canada as a member of the Corps de
Ballet in 20 17 and was promoted to
Principal Dancer in 20 21.
He has danced such roles as Siegfried in
Sw an Lake, Peter/ The Nutcracker in The
N utcracker, Bluebird in The Sleeping
Beauty, Benvolio and Mercutio in Romeo
and Juliet, Puck in The Dream, and Lewis
Carroll/ White Rabbit in Alice?s Adventures
in Wonderland.
His repertoire includes The Winter?s Tale,
N ijinsky, Anna Karenina, N ight,
A Streetcar N amed Desire, Being
and N othingness, Paz de la Jolla,
The Four Seasons, Elite Syncopations,
Concerto, Orpheus Alive and
The Dreamers Ever Leave You.
In 20 19, Siphesihle won The International
Competition for The Erik Bruhn Prize, and
he was named one of Pointe M agazine?s
Star of the Corps and one of Dance
M agazine?s 25 to Watch in 20 18. He was
also featured in Beyond M oving, a
documentary that followed his journey from
South Africa to Canada.
In 20 22, he made his choreographic debut
on the National Ballet?s mainstage with
On Solid Ground. For M AD HOT BALLET:
Deco- Danse, he created All That Is Within
for former First Soloist Tanya How ard to
mark her retirement from the company.
Siphesihle recently made his debut as
Jimmy/ Snowman in the world premiere of
M ADDADDAM by Wayne M cGregor, the
world premiere of Rena Butler?s Alleged
Dances, and the Canadian premiere of
Alonzo King?s The Collective Agreement.
With his signature musicality, charisma, and
brilliant technique, Siphesihle is a natural in
classical and contemporary ballets.

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HISTORY OF THE SEAM ASTER
The story of the Seamaster begins 16 years
before it was born, with the launch of the
OM EGA ?M arine? in 1932.
This ingenious timepiece, successfully
tested at 73-metres below the surface of
Lake Geneva, also proved water-resistant
at a depth of 135-metres when
pressure-tested inside the Laboratory of
Watchmaking Research in N euchatel.
This impressive start set the course for
OMEGA?s rapid advancements in
underwater design.
During WWII, OMEGA delivered over
110 ,0 0 0 w atches for the pilots, navigators,
and soldiers of Great Britain?s M inistry of
Defence to support its Air Force and N avy
pilots during service. That unprecedented
experience allowed OMEGA to progress
quickly in water resistance,
anti-magnetism, and robustness and
create a series of watches that could
withstand the harshest conditions.
Famously, the MoD gave each watch a
WWW engraving on the caseback, which
stood for ?Waterproof Wrist Watch.?

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The collection blended battle-proven
technology with an elegant exterior to
produce a watch for ?town, sea and country.?
It soon became clear which word of the three
would define its future. In the heady rock ?n?
roll years, a decade of optimism and
exploration, the Seamaster came into its
own as the watch of choice for undersea
adventurers. The starting point for this new
trajectory was the Seamaster 30 0 , released
in 1957.
Wave after wave of extraordinary models
followed. Each offers exciting new designs,
innovative technologies, and even greater
levels of water resistance. Along the way, the
watch with the distinctive seahorse logo
would play a key role in ocean exploration
and conservation as the timepiece of choice
for the curious and the deeply concerned.
Today, OMEGA is able to test every one of its
water-resistant watches in a real underwater
environment, thanks to the brand?s
industry-leading facilities and the
certification standards set by M ETAS
(the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology).
These timepieces, launched to celebrate
the Seamaster line, pay tribute to an
extraordinary history of innovation,
exploration, ocean-tested performance and
design.
OM EGA Boutique
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
90 0 West Georgia Street
OM EGA
Siphe N ovember

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LOUI S
VUI TTON ARTYCAPUCI NES
2023

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LOUIS VUITTON | International | Paris, France
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For the fifth year in a row, the
Artycapucines has returned to steal
a spot in the wearable art realm with
its stunning designs, created by five
leading contemporary artists chosen
by the Maison.
Louis Vuitton' s Capucines bag
epitomizes both beauty and timeless
appeal. Since its initial launch in
20 13, the bag never lost sight of its
purpose to accompany women in
their everyday lives, regardless of
their styles and preferences.
The famous handbag, designed by
N icolas Ghesquiére, is named after
the Parisian street Rue
Neuve-des-Capucines, where
Louis Vuitton's first store was in 1854.
To preserve its identity and capture
the bag's versatility, Louis Vuitton
announced the birth of
Artycapucines in 20 19, the first
limited-edition iteration of the
Capucines bag, featuring talented
artists from around the world invited
by the house.
The 20 23 edition sees the
Artycapucines in a similar but fresh
light. Louis Vuitton has featured five
contemporary artists ?
Billie Zangew a, Ew a Juszkiew icz,
Liza Lou, Tursic & M ille, and
Ziping Wang ? to bring their
creative visions to the Capucines.
These five latest designs, limited
to 20 0 pieces wrapped in
specially designed boxes, become
Louis Vuitton's testament to the bag's
ability to unite artist talent with the
ingenuity and craftsmanship of its
masterful artisans.
Exuding an unbridled creativity, the
5th edition of the Artycapucines
Collection combines the Maison's
emblematic Capucines with the
unique vision of five leading
contemporary artists.

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LIZA LOU
American artist Liza Lou explores the
notions of social consciousness and
materiality through her sculptures,
paintings, and large-scale installations.
Draped and carefully embossed, Liza Lou's
sculptural Artycapucines recalls her
signature beadwork, printed in pastel hues
reminiscent of her emblematic Cloud
paintings. Its delicate texture offers a
contrasting layer against the smooth
Capucines bag, perfectly framing the
iconic Louis Vuitton clasp.
For a trompe l' oeil effect, the Maison
developed a new technology to emboss a
woven glass bead pattern, carefully
enveloping the Capucines to mirror the
organic forms of the original oeuvres, while
creating additional exterior pockets.
"Conceptual craftsmanship is at the core
of all my work. With the team of artisans at
Louis Vuitton, there was a shared love for
experimentation and rigorous attention to
detail." ~ Liza Lou

BILLIE ZAN GEWA (Page 68)
A South Africa-based artist born in
M alaw i, Billie Zangewa celebrates the
amalgamation of gender, identity, and
race in a socio-economic context
through raw silk assemblages.
Transposing her 20 20 oeuvre,
The Sw imming Lesson, Zangewa's
Artycapucines bag depicts her son
M ika on the edge of a glistening pool,
adorned with hand-stitched beads and
metallic thread to create a sparkling
reflection, and three Monogram penguin
charms in an ode to their enduring
connection.
In a fusion of art and fashion,
Zangewa's original bronze silk
patchwork was scanned and printed in
high definition, capturing its natural
creases, and attached to the Capucines
with deliberately uneven stitching.
A recurrent theme of her piece, gold
detailing outlines the pool edge and
continues along the top of the bag, to
the metallic LV signature.
"I have a love of texture and tactility so
working with fabric was almost
inevitable." ~ Billie Zangewa

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ZIPIN G WAN G
Chinese-born artist Ziping Wang explores
the overwhelming visuals of digital
advertising in the modern era through her
paintings and illustrations, from still life to
geometric patterns.
Playfully reinterpreting the Maison's codes
through a kaleidoscopic lens, Wang's
mini- Capucines, the smallest
Artycapucines created yet, combine a
graphic motif reminiscent of the iconic
Damier with chromatic adornments.
Imbued with whimsy, the creation is
evocative of candy wrappers and sweets.
Animated with whimsical embellishments,
the Capucines' smooth surface is layered
with a shimmering midnight-blue patent
leather in a vibrant patchwork of textures
and hues, to transform the iconic bag into
a sweet treat ? complete with a candy
cane handle.
"I was extremely impressed by the details
that were achieved in this bag: from the
mint candy feet made of resin to the
enamel gingerbread man who has LV
Monogram flower buttons."
~ Ziping Wang

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TURSIC & M ILLE
Serbian and French artists Ida Tursic and
Wilfried M ille, collaborators for over twenty
years, build their painting-on-painting
technique with a uniquely liberated and
conceptual approach.
Tursic and Mille's Artycapucines features
detailed stitches and rich paint for sensory
immersion, evoking the duo's passion for
melding together different mediums. Complete
with a wood handle, the model nods to the
artists' canvases.
Exemplifying unique savoir-faire, thousands of
embroidery stitches reproduce brushstrokes
from the artists' 20 21 painting, Tenderness,
which are then meticulously printed onto the
bag's front panel in vibrant hues, to accentuate
its depth. This process is repeated on the rear
panel to transpose a kaleidoscopic palette, in
a conceptual representation of perpetually
starting over.
"That work is from a series of 'sentimental'
paintings, which draw on the iconographic
source of advertising images from the 1950 s."
~ Ida Tursic and Wilfried Mille

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EWA JUSZKIEWICZ
Polish artist Ew a Juszkiew icz deconstructs
conventional ideas of feminine beauty,
contrasting traditional European painting
with the surreal to create hybrid figures.
Juszkiewicz transforms her striking surrealist
20 21 oil painting, Ginger Locks, reminiscent
of a 19th-century portrait, into an inspiring
Artycapucines bag. A delicate string of
pearls adorns the side like a necklace, while
a leather envelope hidden inside alludes to
secret love letters of the past.
Hand-sprayed, the gradated green
background mirrors the original oeuvre to
showcase the vibrant portrait, its details
captured and reproduced in ultra-high
definition using an innovative 3D- printing
technique, which was also employed to
camouflage the iconic LV signature.
"I wanted the bag to reflect the essence and
character of my paintings. By combining
various techniques and materials, like
hand-dying and multilayered printing, the
final effect is beautiful and sophisticated."
~ Ewa Juszkiewicz
LOUIS VUITTON
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
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UTOPI A
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This past September, as our incredible
Resort World LV experience ended, the drive
to the airport was interrupted by an
astonishing site. A large black sphere dome
appeared in front of us. Our driver quickly
explained that this was ' The Sphere' where
mega-band U2 had been practicing for a
week in preparation for the official launch.
What is the Sphere? Well, the short version is
that it is a next-generation entertainment
medium that is redefining the future of live
entertainment! A mindblowing venue where
leading Hollywood directors, concerts and
residencies from the world's most prominent
artists, like U2 and premier marquee events,
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A N EW WON DER OF THE WORLD?
The Sphere Experience is a new genre
of live entertainment that will
transform the shared experience and
put Sphere's 22nd-century immersive
technologies on full display. The
approximately two-hour program
begins in the Atrium, w hich tells a
universal story of how culture,
technology, science, art, and the
natural w orld have been intertwined
throughout human history.
"Every aspect of Sphere was designed
to transport audiences to new places,
both real and imagined and The
Sphere Experience is where that vision
comes together in its most integrated
form," said James L. Dolan, Executive
Chairman and CEO of Sphere
Entertainment. "From the moment
guests enter the venue, Sphere's
next-generation technologies will
create an unforgettable journey, which
includes a sci-fi exploration of our
planet via Darren Aronofsky' s
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' POSTCARD FROM EARTH'
The Atrium experience ties directly into
the main cinematic feature, 'Postcard
from Earth,' a first-of-its-kind immersive
film by Academy Award-nominated
director Darren Aronofsky. The film
offers a portrait of our planet
re-imagined as a sci-fi experience. It
brings audiences on a voyage spanning
all seven continents, deep into the
ocean, high into the mountains, into the
eye of a storm, and out into space.
'Postcard from Earth' takes full
advantage of Sphere's experiential,
next- generation technologies to
transport audiences and engage the
senses, making them feel like they have
travelled to new worlds without ever
leaving their seats in Las Vegas.
This includes utilizing the interior LED
display plane that wraps up, over, and
around the audience to create a fully
immersive visual environment.
At 16K x 16K, it is the highest resolution
LED screen on Earth. Through
Sphere Immersive Sound, a variety of
technologies, including beamforming,
enable audio to be directed to
specific locations at a volume that
remains consistent ? from point of
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Sphere's audio system also allows sound
designers to create a virtual point of
origin and place it in a precise spatial
location ? meaning audio can be
directed to the listener so that it sounds
close, even though the source is far away.
'Postcard from Earth' is also the first
production to feature the venue's
multi- sensory 4D technologies. This
includes immersive seats with an
infrasound haptic system that will use
deep vibrations so guests can feel the
experience ? such as the rumble of
thunder or a soaring rocket launch.
Sphere also utilizes environmental
effects to rouse the senses?the feeling
of a cool breeze and familiar
scents?which help audiences conjure
the feeling of being there.
THE ATRIUM
The Sphere Experience journey is curated
by five humanoid robots?named
Aura?that serve as interactive guides to
Sphere, each focusing on one
fundamental aspect of human ability:
connection, creativity, innovation,
longevity, and productivity.
Aura was developed using
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Aura will guide guests through an interactive
demonstration of Sphere Immersive Sound
powered by HOLOPLOT, which shows
beamforming technology can simultaneously
send unique audio content to specific
locations, allowing guests to hear
completely different content ? such as
languages or instruments.
Sphere Immersive Sound is the most
advanced concert-grade audio system in
the world ? using 3D audio beamforming
technology and w ave field synthesis to
deliver targeted, crystal-clear and uniform
audio to every seat in Sphere.
Other immersive technology experiences in
the Atrium include a 50 -foot-high
holographic installation that draws on the
themes of 'Postcard from Earth,' artwork
created by machine learning, LED displays,
and a 360 -degree avatar capture that
virtually puts guests on top of Sphere.
Aronofsky said: "Sphere is a temple to the
arts. It's not built for sports; it's built for
performance and for this new moving
image medium: this experiential cinema.
I can't wait to share Postcard from Earth
with the world."
Tickets for the 'Postcard from Earth' are
available through the venue website.
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Just before the 60 th anniversary
of the marque, Lamborghini
unveiled Revuelto, the first HPEV
(High Performance Electrified
Vehicle) hybrid super sports car
at a stunning event in
Sant' Agata Bolognese.
With the Revuelto, Lamborghini
has established a new
benchmark in performance,
on-board technology, and
driving pleasure.
The ultimate thrill the Revuelto
provides is reached thanks to a
powertrain that delivers 10 15 CV
total, combining the power of a
brand-new 12-cylinder internal
combustion engine with three
high-density electric motors and
a groundbreaking transversal
dual clutch e-gearbox. The
power of hybridization is
harnessed to take performance
and driving emotions to an
unprecedented level.
THE FUTURE IS LUXURY HPEV
Revuelto is not an innovation
solely in performance, technical
features and company
strategies; it has also brought a
real revolution in production
processes: M anifattura
Lamborghini N ext Level
perfectly expresses the
paradigm shift.
'Sustainability' defines the car's
interior, reflecting the company's
attention to avoiding waste,
which has become the modus
operandi of the Lamborghini
universe. This includes upholstery
materials cut utilizing the
latest-generation machinery: this
limits waste as much as possible
without affecting the
craftmanship and embroidery
processes, in which 'hand-made'
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The new Revuelto delivers performance
figures at the peak of its segment:
acceleration from 0 -10 0 km/ h in only
2.5 seconds and a top speed of more than
350 km/ h. These numbers combine with its
exceptional dynamism thanks to the
introduction of electric torque vectoring
and four-wheel drive available also in
fully-electric drive mode, ensuring the
Revuelto super sports car expresses its
amplified qualities both on track and in
daily driving.
"With Revuelto, we take the experience of
driving a Lamborghini to a superior level,"
said Rouven M ohr, Lamborghini's Chief
Technical Officer. "Revuelto takes a
significant step forward in terms of
reactivity and responsiveness to ensure the
most emotive and natural driving in every
environment. Revuelto is a car delivering the
highest performance but our objective right
from the start was to confirm it at the very
summit of driving emotions."
DESIGN IN G FOR A BETTER WORLD
Revuelto brings the future of Lamborghini
design to the road today. It stays constant to
the exclusive Lamborghini design DN A but
establishes a new stylistic language. It links
with the iconic and legendary Lamborghini
V12 cars of the past through the new shape,
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While Revuelto delivers a quantum leap
in an all-new car design, externally and
internally, the inspiration from previous
V12 legends is still evident.
Starting with the 1971 Countach
prototype and its perfect proportions
developed on a single longitudinal line,
this car created a pure and essential
style contextualized in the Space Age
era. It defined the Lamborghini V12
super sports car DNA and introduced
one of the most distinctive Lamborghini
V12 elements: the vertically-opening
scissor doors, which contribute to
creating the character of Revuelto.
THE ADREN ALIN E IS REAL
"The Revuelto is adrenaline made
visible," says M itja Borkert,
Lamborghini's Head of Design. "The
design of the new Lamborghini Revuelto
opens a fascinating door towards the
future of our unique design language. At
first sight, Revuelto is an intriguing
next-generation Lamborghini V12, with
all lines embracing the monocoque and
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"The unique and recognizable Y-shape
light signature is significant in this new
era of our most iconic flagship car, and
the interior is a dramatic leap forward in
defining the new design direction of
Lamborghini. Our philosophy of
" feel like a pilot" is vivid and visible in
every detail: the driver and passenger
are deeply integrated in the very
lightweight Y-shape design of the
dashboard and center console,
replicating the sensations of being in a
race car but with a perfect intuitive
balance between digital and physical
controls."
The aerospace elements blend
harmoniously with an animalistic
muscularity starting at the front: the
shark-nose section modelling of the
broad monolithic carbon- fibre hood
conveys a sense of power and speed.
The headlamp clusters match this with
Y-shape daytime running lights - a
distinctive stylistic feature of
contemporary Lamborghini design -
framed by aerodynamic blades that
connect the splitter to the hood itself.
The side fins, located behind the front
wheel arches, channel the airflow along
the sides and the pronounced concavities
of the doors to the side air intakes, which
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PERSON ALIZATION FOR AN ECO- EDGE
Revuelto is the production Lamborghini
model that offers the most potential for
personalization. Four hundred bodywork
colours are provided with many more
personalization options at the client's
disposal, allowing the creation of an entirely
individual super sports car. The sustainable
sportiness of Revuelto continues beyond the
technical specification of the plug-in hybrid:
all the paints used are w ater- based rather
than solvent-based.
A M ESSAGE FROM ITALY
Ranieri N iccoli, Chief Manufacturing Officer
of Automobili Lamborghini, commented: "To
manufacture the Revuelto, we understood we
had to go above and beyond. It's a highly
customizable hybrid car, yet it's built using
traditional handcrafted skills. We raised the
bar to produce it, creating what we call
M anifattura Lamborghini N ext Level: a
production system with people always at its
core but which we adapted to deliver a much
more complex product and to integrate
processes we haven't used before.
With the introduction of the Revuelto, we
expanded the area occupied by the company
facilities by 172,0 0 0 - square- meters, investing
? 150 million in the local area here in
Sant' Agata Bolognese."
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THE SPA M A GNOLIA | Victoria, BC
MWhen guests arrive at The Spa M agnolia,
owner Paula Veenema ensures their
experience is something they will
remember.
"Having a team of incredibly talented
therapists is by far my biggest asset. A
beautifully appointed facility and amazing
professional products only serve as
additional benefits when the people who
navigate the experience in the treatment
room love what they do; it's something that
can be felt. The positive energy you feel
when you walk into the spa, the luxurious
robe, warmed and extremely comfortable
tables, and really genuine care all add up
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UPHOLDIN G EXCELLEN CE
At The Spa Magnolia, product standards are
incredibly stringent. Paula has set expectations
high and demands that all lines are aligned
with the brand's philosophy of healthy being.
All offered products are manufactured by
partners that have clients' health, beauty, and
safety at the forefront, including endota,
Comfort Zone, and Jane Iredale.
Each of these three internationally known and
respected brands share commonalities, such as
not being tested on animals, holding
certifications and clinical trials, being
transparent in manufacturing practices, and
are recommended by dermatologists and skin
care professionals around the world.
"What goes on your body goes inside your
body; the Spa Magnolia merges luxury with
organic health and beauty treatments with the
best nature has to offer, backed by scientific
research."
RESPECTIN G THE EARTH
The Spa Magnolia is one of the very few spas
that utilize the services of Green Circle.
This organization was primarily developed for
salons to recycle colour, foils, and hair,
resulting in 95% w aste diversion between the
salons in-house recycling programs together
with the services of Green Circle.
This allows one-time-use implements to be
collected and used in a waste-to-energy
process to create clean, renewable energy,
with the leftover ash used as filler in asphalt
projects.
A TIM ELESS PARTN ERSHIP
Paula's partnership with the award-winning
M agnolia Hotel & Spa has ensured that
visiting guests from around the world have the
convenience and luxury of a world-class spa
within metres of check-in.
"After 20 years in this location, I am just as
passionate as I was initially! My aim was
always to embrace what an honour it is to
provide experiences that can be genuinely
life-changing to our guests with gratitude,"
shares Paula.
CLIEN TS AT THE FOREFRON T
"In a world that continues to impose stress in
various ways to our daily lives, the need for
human touch and connection is greater than
ever. Touch deprivation is directly correlated
to negative physical and mental health
outcomes, and the pandemic demonstrated
increased feelings of loneliness and isolation.
"Coming to the spa is about trust and allowing
yourself to shift into a better mindset of caring
for yourself. At the end of the day, it feels
pretty great to be able to witness the change
in a guest from when they check in to their
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COM M ITM EN T TO COM M UN ITY
Paula's commitment to community is
strong and The Spa Magnolia has
developed strong relationships with
WeBC - Women' s Entreprise Centre.
This organization provides financial
support, funding options, skills
development, advisory options, and
business mentors to guide women
entrepreneurs through their journey to
success.
When The Spa Magnolia moved from its
facility on the second floor inside the hotel
to the heritage building next door, lending
options to finance the project were slim to
none, as the economy was experiencing
the crash of 20 0 9. Women's Enterprise
supported Paula through its funding
program, which in turn prompted other
financial institutions to assist.
Other community commitments include
providing worn spa robes, linens, and
towels to the Sandy M erriman House
(Cool Aid Society Victoria) and BC SPCA
Victoria and gift certificate purchases
and meal donations for Our Place Society
homeless shelter.
THE EVOLUTION OF SKIN
"Moving into the new year, guests to The
Spa Magnolia can expect our continuing
commitment to personalized engagement
with our guests. We love knowing skin and
providing facial treatments that are
designed to deliver an experience
tailored to your needs," shares Paula.
"We pride ourselves on understanding the
effectiveness of newer-generation product
ingredients and how individual needs
change as we age, develop sensitivities,
shift hormonally, and manage stress."
Follow The Spa Magnolia on Instagram,
and make sure to book a service (or two)
on your next visit to Vancouver Island.
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MThrow
a stone from the Inner Harbour in
Victoria, BC, and it will skip to the door
of the M agnolia Hotel & Spa on the
corner of Courtney and Gordon Streets.
Amongst the historic buildings on the
block, the brick and stone facade of the
hotel is slightly anonymous, which plays
well for those seeking refuge in quiet
elegance.
Pass through the doors and quietly enter
an internationally recognized,
multi-award-winning boutique hotel that
consistently offers incredible
personalized service, impeccable
accommodations, and divine culinary
experiences.
The leaders in hospitality rating
(Travel + Leisure, Condé N ast,
Trip Advisor) have repeatedly listed
Magnolia Hotel & Spa as tops in
Canada as it provides guests with an
unrivalled luxury boutique experience in
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A QUARTER CEN TURY
In its 25th year of operations, it
remains the only hotel on Vancouver
Island featured in the Top 10 . It truly is
a premier destination for travellers
seeking personalized service, intimate
boutique-style accommodations, and
an authentic experience.
"We are thrilled to be recognized by
Travel + Leisure and its readers as one
of the top city hotels in Canada," said
Bill Lew is, General Manager of the
Magnolia Hotel & Spa.
"This accolade is the icing on the cake
of our 25th year and a testament to the
hard work and dedication of our team,
who consistently go above and beyond
to provide exceptional service and
create memorable moments for our
guests."
PET LOVERS POLICY
The Magnolia Hotel is pet-friendly and
accepts up to two dogs per room with
no size restriction. Each four-legged
guest will receive creature comforts
such as a dog bed, water bowl, and
food dish. After each pet stay, rooms
are deep cleaned to remove pet hair
and dander. If you have sensitivities,
when making reservations, be sure to
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A GREEN HEART BEATS WITHIN
In 20 24, the 64- suite hotel aims
to become Biosphere Certified
and improve its environmental
policy and sustainability
initiatives.
Currently, the hotel is a certified
member of the Green Key
Eco- Rating Program, investing in
sustainable practices to protect
the environment.
Guests are offered an option to
decline housekeeping and
turndown services, and enjoy
complimentary in-house filtered
water, bottled in refillable glass
bottles in the rooms? the latter
results in over 50 ,0 0 0 plastic
bottles saved per year.
Nespresso pods from guest rooms
and offices are appropriately
recycled, and recycling is
available throughout the
establishment.
FITN ESS & FUN
For those rainy West Coast days,
guests can get their steps in on
the second floor. A key card
grants access to a modern fitness
centre fully equipped with an
elliptical, treadmill, free weights,
yoga mat, stationary bike,
universal machine, and kettlebells.
Those who excel in the elements,
explore the outdoors on foot or on
one of the complimentary cruiser
and electric bicycles to take on
any of the Curated Trail M aps
(M agnolia' s Tapa Trail, Beautiful
Boutiques, Dow ntow n Flavour,
Running Trails, and Bikes,
Blooms & Brew s), all generously
provided by the Concierge.
SIGN ATURE DIAM ON D ROOM
Signature Diamond Rooms offer
the finest vistas with postcard
views of the BC Legislative
Assembly and the bustling
Harbour Causew ay area from the
hotel's top two floors.
This collection of bright and
spacious rooms includes a king
bed, large screen television,
selection of healthy snacks and
mini-fridge, cozy gas fireplace
and a beautifully updated
bathroom with deep soaker tubs
and separate glass showers.
Vegan bedding, turndown, and
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LOOKIN G BACK IN TIM E
The Magnolia Hotel & Spa was built in
1997 and opened in October 1998. It was
designed to fit into Victoria's old town
district, and the building was the proud
winner of the Victoria Real Estate
Board's 1999 Commercial Building
Aw ard for Excellence.
The businesses that have occupied our
space have varied over the years and
ranged from book publishers, car rentals,
a paving company, and even a banjo
shop! The longest business on-site
was the Pro Patrica Branch of the
Royal Canadian Legion from 1926 to
1990 .
REFRESHM EN TS & RELAXATION
An extension of The Magnolia Hotel &
Spa's award-winning boutique hotel
experience, The Courtney Room is a
welcoming space where locals and
visitors alike can enjoy genuine hospitality
and a menu that honours the coastal
offerings of the Island.
The Courtney Room fosters partnerships
with local farmers and suppliers to ensure
its environmental footprint stays as local
as possible. Beverages are served sans
straws, but guests can request metal
straws to reduce the use of plastic and
non-biodegradable waste.
Hotel guests can enjoy the restaurant for
a tasty hot or cold breakfast and brunch
offerings, a chef-created dinner with craft
beer, a creative cocktail from their
seasonal menu, or a perfect pairing from
the extensive wine list.
As an award-winning boutique hotel, the
Magnolia Hotel & Spa is firmly committed
to a level of excellence that consistently
delivers a luxurious personalized service,
in addition to contributing to Victoria's
tourism and the local community.
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Born of the desire to continue the
experience of timeless hospitality
embodied created and offered by the
award-winning M agnolia Hotel & Spa,
The Courtney Room delights locals and
visitors alike with delicious local cuisine
and exemplary service.
Offering a classically modern dining
space that promises genuine hospitality,
designer Sharon Bortolotto (BBA Design)
created an elegant room where the old
world meets the new by taking cues from
the old grand dame hotels of Paris. The
room features high ceilings and
bistro-style lighting to create a casually
elegant ambiance complimented by
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The entry is highlighted by a
classically inspired tiled entrance
and chevron patterned wood floor,
which lead to a brasserie-style
velvet banquette seating and the
main bar, which is regally clad with
an elegant gray marble showcasing
a custom glass station and
illuminated back bar.
The central bar and gathering
place is a black granite installation
framed between two panelled
wood columns with white marble
chevron details.
Upstairs is a slightly more intimate
area which provides an elevated
dining experience in a space with
white tablecloths and a glassed-in
wine room. Vintage-style lighting,
brass accents and bronze beaded
curtains illuminate the room.
IN THE KITCHEN
Driven by an interest in the
emerging, hyper-local food scene in
Victoria, Chef Brian Tesolin joined
The Courtney Room team in 20 19.
Over the years, he has elevated
Victoria's dining scene with menus
that reflect his knowledge and
experience garnered at both
Vancouver's award-winning
Haw ksw orth Restaurant and
Langdon Hall Country House Hotel
& Spa in Cambridge, ON .
Drawing inspiration from classic
cooking techniques focusing on
Pacific Northwest cuisine, Tesolin's
seasonal and special menus offer
the best ingredients from the
Island's terroir.
Menus include fresh produce from
local farm partners (Littlest Acres
Farms, Square Root Organics,
and the skills of wild food forager
Lance Staples). The dishes are
ingredient-driven and built on a
foundation of classic European
techniques that celebrate the
bounty of the Pacific Northwest
and showcase local growers
and products.
BY THE GLASS
The Courtney Room Bar Program
focuses on the ebbs and flows of
coastal offerings.
The team thoroughly enjoys the
research and art that goes into
pairing locally foraged goods
with the intent to showcase
fresh ingredients from the
Island's bioregion through a variety
of complimentary spirits
(Ampersand Distillery, Sheringham
Distilleries, Victoria Distillers),
in-house ferments, and the
experimentation of the bar team.

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As part of new cocktail season, a
collaboration with a local tattoo artist
resulted in a beautiful new menu of
unique beverages with an astrological
bent. Featured is the ON YX? an
otherworldly combination of Antidote
Black Gin, Antica Torino Amaro, house
vermouth rouge, Oloroso Sherry, 24K
gold, and lemon oil.
The Wine Program reflects the food
philosophy. Selections are based on
recognized classics alongside
lesser-known regions and producers, all
focusing on quality and a sense of time
and place.
Being part of the Magnolia Hotel &
Spa, the aim is to appeal to visiting
guests and be a wine and food
destination for the local community.
The extensive wine selection, curated
by Wine Director Colin Davidson,
includes offerings from local vineyards
Unsw orth, Averill Creek, Sea Star, and
Rathjen.
For those preferring a local brew with
their meal, available are a selection by
Four Winds, Driftwood, Yellow Dog,
and Ile Sauvage.

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M EALS TO REM EM BER
From brunch to a plant-based Chef' s Tasting
M enu for dinner, The Courtney Room delivered
on a multitude of dishes to satisfy even the most
selective diner. The morning's hot breakfast of
steel-cut oats, hand-crafted granola, fresh fruits,
and a selection of non-dairy milks, were
portioned perfectly.
Early afternoon crudite of crisp seasonal veggies,
including crunchy heirloom carrots with the
smoothest hummus, was accompanied by the
avocado toast topped with kale, tomatoes, and
radish slices.
For our evening meal, we went off-menu at the
suggestion of Ronette N yhan, Director of Sales &
Marketing.
The meal began with an heirloom tomato salad
with fresh herbs, edible flowers, and tangy
pickles, followed by battered foraged mushrooms
with zesty hummus, dense house-made falafel
balls, golden and red beet salad, crispy rice
cakes in a savoury sauce, and blistered shishito
peppers on a bed of deep-fried potatoes.
The Courtney Room honours the traditions of
great hotel bars by holding strong roots in classic
cocktails yet continuing to push the boundaries
by exploring the nature of The Pacific Northwest.
THE COURTN EY ROOM
619 Courtney Street
Victoria, BC

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BE LOVE
RESTAURANT

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BE LOVE RESTA URA NT | Harris Green | Victoria

B L
With
its wooden floors, rough-hewn
ceiling beams, and captivating
artwork, Be Love restaurant is an
oasis for those seeking a dining
experience away from the pubs and
lounges of downtown Victoria.
Located in the on-trend Harris Green
neighbourhood and founded by
siblings Heather and Joe Cunliffe,
Be Love is a plant-based paradise.
Together, the sister-brother duo share
with the community a culinary voice
that reflects their passion for health,
clarity of mind, and lightness of spirit.
Using at least 95 percent organic
plant- based ingredients that are
mindfully sourced according to local
and seasonal availability and made
from scratch, as ordered. Everything
created wheat, gluten, dairy, and
processed sugar-free.

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With a menu that changes with the seasons
to optimize the use of the finest produce
from the local wilds and the local farms, as
well as to best support their vitality
throughout the year.
Heather and Joe strive to run every part of
their business in a way that supports the
health and sustainability of the Island
community and, by extension, the planet.
We enjoyed a relaxing evening in the chic
but casual establishment. An intimate
table for two under incredibly high ceilings.
The experience was one of closeness
and familiarity, the meal rich in flavour,
and composition.
Conversation between tables was frequent
and the servers attentive and gracious.
Enjoyed were a M ezze Starter of za'atar
spiced flatbread, marinated olives, crisp
seasonal vegetables, harissa hummus,
cashew cream cheese, and poblano ranch;
a Morrocan squash soup, roasted potatoes
and ketchup, and a roasted beet salad.
It was a wonderful journey into plant-based
dining due to the dedication of a team that
wants nothing more than to nourish all
welcomed in.
BE LOVE Restaurant
10 19 Blanshard Street
Victoria, BC

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M A ISON BIRK S | Dow ntow n Vancouver
BI RKS
ZODI AC
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Birks, Canada's leading designer of
fine and bridal jewellery, has launched
the Birks Zodiac Collection with pendants
in 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver.
BLOOR
STREET
The collection showcases the mystic
beauty of the zodiac signs. Each pendant
tells a story, combining the ancient
wisdom of astrology with expert
craftsmanship.
?Birks?collections are always inspired by
nature, and we turned our attention
skyward to the planets and stars as
inspiration for this collection,? said Katie
Reusch, Senior Director, Marketing &
Communications, Birks Group Inc.
?We worked with our team of designers
to create a stylized interpretation of
each sign that was true to astrology,
but also trendy and wearable.?
M AISON BIRKS
698 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC
TREASURES
OF
HEAVEN

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VAN CLEEF
& ARPELS BLOOR
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VA N CLEEF & A RPELS | 100 Bloor Street W, Toronto
V
C
&
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French luxury jewellery company
Van Cleef & Arpels has launched its
newest boutique in Canada on
Bloor Street in Toronto. The boutique
showcases iconic and new creations,
including ones from the timeless
Snow flake collection, alongside recent
Perlée and Alhambra pieces.
Unique to this new address is an Art
Deco-inspired façade. Initially
designed in 1935 for Van Cleef &
Arpels, the geometric and pyramidal
pattern is inspired by Egyptian history
reminiscent of claire voie in gold, onyx
and dove grey tones. The façade spans
the height of the boutique.
"Van Cleef & Arpels is pleased to
expand its presence in Canada by
joining the Yorkdale community," said
Alain Bernard, President and CEO of
Van Cleef & Arpels, Americas. "We have
been present on Bloor Street for years
with our partner Birks, and Toronto has
proven to be an important market with
clients of discerning taste and
distinctive style."

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PARISIAN IN SPIRED IN TERIOR
The inside decor features two
hand-crafted glass chandeliers
custom-made in France, as well as
intricately decorated panelled walls.
The charming events room consists of
custom fabric walls depicting a floral
motif, and an elegant oval-shaped
Veronese- style chandelier is encased
by a gold leaf ceiling in the center of
the space. Each of the rooms offers an
exceptional atmosphere and
experience.
The store's exterior features
Van Cleef & Arpels' newest concept
designed using painted glass, an array
of gold tones and dark w ood.
Meanwhile, the store's interior includes
custom gold leaf hand painted wall
coverings, sheer and velvet draperies
and vitrines combining black
lacquered wood, polished stainless
metal and glass.
The boutique includes a private
viewing room located at the back
where clients can view the Maison's
creations in private.

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A LEGACY OF TIM ELESSN ESS
The Maison was founded in Paris'
Place Vendôme in 190 6 and since
then, Van Cleef & Arpels has created
timeless, feminine pieces that enhance
the natural beauty of stones and the
brilliance of metals.
For over 10 0 years, Van Cleef & Arpels'
passion has enlivened its High Jew elry
creations. The Maison shares its unique
vision of the craft, marked by
enchanting sources of inspiration and
virtuoso know-how. Each meticulously
selected stone is chosen for its
exceptional quality and the emotion it
carries.
Van Cleef & Arpels currently operates
over 10 0 boutiques globally, including
over a dozen locations in the US.
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Boutique
10 0 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON

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MI NI
DOLCEVI TA
LONGI NES

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M INI DOLCEVITA | Longines | Sw itzerland
M D V
The M ini DolceVita has arrived.
With its discreet profile, classic
styling, and aesthetic variations
that are at once timely and
timeless, it is a masterpiece that
exquisitely expresses, in equal
part, Longines?quiet luxury and
contemporary elegance. The
latest from Longines are bound to
resonate with dynamic
personalities that are drawn to
breathtaking watches that
perfectly complement any styling
choice.
?Elegance is unique because it
allows us to break from
traditional aesthetic codes
while revealing multiple facets of
our personality. It is an
opportunity to continually
reinvent ourselves, based on our
desires and moods, whether
serious or playful, but always in
keeping with our own tastes and
values.? ~ M atthias Breschan,
Longines CEO
"Elegance, of course, is an
instinctive, elusive concept. It
sometimes defies definition, but
we know it when we see it. We
see it in our distinguished
Ambassadors of Elegance
like Jennifer Law rence,
Regé- Jean Page, Kate Winslet,
Suzy, and Zhao Liying . And we
see it in every Longines watch,
where each small detail
enhances the harmony of the
whole piece. This is particularly
the case with the Mini DolceVita,
whose elegance is apparent in its
soft, pure lines and its precise
proportions."
A COLLECTION LIKE N O OTHER
The Mini DolceVita features a
case with a reduced profile, pure
softened lines, and a newly
designed stainless steel bracelet,
this modern classic is as trendy as
it is elegant.

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BIRTH OF AN ICON
The Mini DolceVita has an impressive lineage:
it was inspired by a Longines legend created
in 1927 and, of course, the original DolceVita
collection from 1997. That collection triggered
the now-familiar slogan, ?Elegance is an
attitude,? and the Mini DolceVita updates the
story for a new generation.
IN THE DETAILS
Each reference in the Mini DolceVita
collection features a rectangular 21.50 mm x
29.0 0 mm stainless steel case and is powered
by a highly accurate L178 quartz movement.
They are w ater resistant to 3 bar (30 metres).
The highlight of the new Mini DolceVita
collection dazzles with a case framed by
38 IF- VVS Top Wesselton diamonds. And a
new Cosmo circular dial inside the
rectangular case calls attention to its
uncompromising elegance. The Cosmo dial, on
view through a scratch- resistant sapphire
crystal, is characterized by subtle contrasts,
featuring a silver sunray background, a white
matt hour track, a silver sunray inner circle,
and a white matt round small seconds subdial.
Its painted Roman numerals and blued steel
hands are highly legible against the lighter
shades of the dial.
This Mini DolceVita is presented on a newly
designed stainless steel bracelet, which,
thanks to its 198 links and include an
impressive range of colour options and
configurations. Six of the new references
feature diamonds bordering the case.
In addition to the classic model introduced
above, there is a similarly-appointed watch
with a Roman rectangular silver-coloured dial
distinguished by flinqué decoration, whose
subtle geometric patterns are embossed on
the dial with a guilloche effect, and painted
Roman numerals and blued steel hands. The
small seconds hand at the 6 o?clock position is
presented in a square subdial.
Each Mini DolceVita model is a powerful
expression of elegance and the Italian sweet
life associated with the collection. Not only
are these stunning jewel watches built on a
rich heritage, but they are also
uncompromisingly contemporary models for
those who value living life to its fullest.
LUGARO JEWELLERY
Park Royal, M etropolis at M etrotow n
& Dow ntow n Victoria

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