Press

MARIE CLAIRE MAISON / FEBRUARY 2026

“An Office Designed to be Inhabited. In an era where the relevance of the office is increasingly questioned, this lounge for a law firm in downtown Toronto proposes a quietly radical answer: when treated with the same care as hospitality or residential interiors, can become a reason to return.”

WORKPLACE DESIGN / FEBRUARY 2026

“Toronto Law Office Touts New Lounge. Studio HA/WA draws upon hospitality and residential spaces to fashion a flexible, soothing point of respite, for the offices of boutique law firm, McLeish Orlando Lawyers.

ARCHELLO / MAY 2025

“Vancouver Island Residence. Looking for a departure from a more traditional aesthetic of their past homes, the owners wanted a house that embraced a more low-key West Coast contemporary style of architecture and interiors.”

YUZU MAGAZINE / MARCH 2025

“A seaside home in British Columbia. A newly completed bungalow is redefining West Coast living with a burst of natural light, smart design, and local craftsmanship. Infused with West Coast Contemporary style and a modern twist, this bungalow is all about bringing the outdoors in.”

HOUSE AND GARDEN - SOUTH AFRICA / NOVEMBER 2024

“All Four Seasons. A previously underutilized outdoor space is given a new lease on life and transformed into a thoughtful spot to relax, entertain, cook and play. Overlooking a serene forested conservation area, the new outdoor space serves as a perfect extension of the home…”

OCEAN HOME / NOVEMBER 2024

“A fresh approach. Contemporary replaces cookie-cutter in this Toronto family home. The setting of their three-storey, detached home was perfect: Toronto’s Beaches neighborhood is just 20 minutes from downtown, but set on the shores of Lake Ontario.”

DESIGNLINES / AUGUST 2024

“Studio HA/WA reimages Outdoor Living. West of Toronto, a forgotten backyard gets a second life. The friendly, neighbourly vibe inspired a space perfect for impromptu gatherings and family activities.

LIVING ETC - JUNE 2024

“Before and After. This Backyard Went From Basic Lawn to an Outdoor Entertaining Paradise. The soft tones in the backyard of this Ontario home with the ever-so-grand amenities is one to keep an eye out for. We spoke to one of the designers and here's what they had to say about it.”

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST - MIDDLE EAST / MAY 2024

“Alfresco areas can easily be overlooked or treated as an afterthought – not so for Erin Hannon-Watkinson, founder and creative director of Studio HA/WA, who met the challenge of this backyard by reimagining it for all four seasons, day and night”

ELLE DECORATION - FRANCE / JUNE 2024

“Before/After: the transformation of an ordinary garden into a contemporary oasis. Completely redesigned and organized, this garden without much interest is transformed into a little paradise. On the program: swimming pool, outdoor kitchen and garden furniture.”

ARCELLO / JULY 2024

“Full redesign of a rural backyard to create a cohesive outdoor-living space. Including pool, pool house, outdoor shower, dining pavilion with outdoor kitchen, outdoor living area with fireplace, new deck and new furniture throughout.”

RUE MAGAZINE / WINTER 2023

“Call it city living, with a beachy twist. Erin Hannon-Watkinson of STUDIO HA/WA brings the best of both worlds to this Toronto home - and adds endless storage, unique customizations and bright details along the way”

HOUSE & GARDEN - SOUTH AFRICA / MAY 2024

“Explore this modern Toronto home with unexpected luxuries around every corner. Blending the modern city lifestyle with seaside-inspired touches, this Canadian home is a master class on indoor-outdoor living”

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST - ITALY / JUNE 2024

“A house on the lake with city charm and the exclusive atmosphere of a luxury hotel. As comfortable as a luxury hotel and as charming as a house on the lake, The Beaches House is the latest project in Toronto by Canadian studio HA/WA. ”

STYLE AT HOME-OUTDOOR LIVING / MAY 2023

“Big City, Small Yard. A home in Toronto with a tiny backyard gets not one, but two fabulous outdoor spaces.”

ARCELLO - JUNE 2024

“What started as a main floor renovation, quickly expanded into a three-level renovation, which included the re-design of the lower level, principal bedroom, exterior design, landscape design coordination, complete re-design of the backyard and the addition of a new roof deck.”

NUEVO ESTILO / JULY 2024

“A home with a front porch and a backyard that features relaxed and contemporary interiors. It has everything we could dream of to enjoy a pleasant life at home: from a barbecue area to a cinema room and a gym to always stay in shape.”

NUEVO ESTILO / AUGUST 2024

“A private patio with outdoor kitchen, swimming pool, garden and multiple outdoor relaxation areas. The perfect example of how to get the most out of an outdoor space.”

HOME ART MAGAZINE / JULY 2025

“Cool Summer. Located in The Beaches, a neighbourhood in east Toronto within walking distance of Lake Ontario, this three-story home offers a family of four simple luxury, inviting details, and a timeless coastal aesthetic.”

Online Mentions

NUVO - HOME OF THE WEEK / AUGUST 2025

“This Vancouver Island Bungalow Reflects Its West Coast Setting. Studio Ha/Wa worked with local artisans to create a home rooted in its place. A contemporary home that fits with its surroundings while maintaining its own point of view: this was the brief designer Erin Hannon-Watkinson of Studio Ha/Wa received.”

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST - POLAND / APRIL 2025

“A home inspired by nature. To create an atmosphere of peace and relaxation in the interior, Studio HA/WA was inspired by the surrounding landscape. The stone with blue reflections in the kitchen is particularly noteworthy. The kitchen island resembles a stormy ocean enclosed in stone.”

HOUSE AND GARDEN / MAY 2025

“A Vancouver Island Bungalow That Frames Nature as Art. his serene Qualicum Beach home blends West Coast style with warm minimalism, celebrating views, light, and local craft.”

AD ITALIA / MARCH 2026

“Small but surprising: this 64-square-meter lounge hides a bar and reinvents the workspace. When we think of offices, the collective imagination often conjures up cold, impersonal, and characterless spaces. This is not the case with this office lounge, conceived not as a simple workspace, but as a place for sharing.”

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