--- title: "Equa Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/equa-design-pfvwus-pf~184573946 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~184573946.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Equa Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ea638c660272325c_7784-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "65,5019-46 Avenue, S.W., Calgary, Alberta T3E 6R1, Canada" latitude: 51.038 longitude: -114.1189 phone: "(403) 818-7874" website: http://www.equadesign.ca/ rating: 5 review_count: 10 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 52 last_updated: 2026-09-24 --- # Equa Design Original Houzz profile: [Equa Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/equa-design-pfvwus-pf~184573946) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Calgary, AB - **Serves:** Alberta, Bahamas, British Columbia, Calgary, DeWinton, Invermere, Rocky Mountain County - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Equa Design is a small Interior Design company focused on providing Unique Design combined with Excellent Customer Service in the Alberta and British Columbia market. The Principal of the firm, Robin Aitken, has over 30 years experience in Residential and Commercial Interior Design. Our Design Philosophy: To provide a strong Design Aesthetic which reflects our Client’s Personality, Lifestyle, and Budget. We work with you to realize your dream, whether a small renovation or an entire custom home, as well as initial planning through to completion. We believe that our customers come first; it is not just a cliché but a commitment we make to all our past and future customers. To be successful in business, it takes a winning combination of services, competitive pricing and dedication by all employees to excel at customer service excellence. Our continued growth is testament to our pledge to provide you with products of the highest quality and unmatched customer service; we have built our reputation on this belief. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Bedroom Design - Living Room Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Dining Room Design - Lighting Design - Home Office Design & Construction - Entry Design - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - House Plans - Basement Design - Home Staging - Downsizing - Drafting - Holiday Decorating - Decluttering - Kitchen Remodeling - Landscaping Design ### Areas Served - Alberta - Bahamas - British Columbia - Calgary - DeWinton - Invermere - Rocky Mountain County ### Typical Job Cost CAD $10,000 - 2,000,000 Design fees vary greatly based on the scope and time allocated for each project ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Equa Design | | Address | 65,5019-46 Avenue, S.W., Calgary, Alberta T3E 6R1, Canada | | Phone | (403) 818-7874 | | Website | http://www.equadesign.ca/ | | Followers on Houzz | 52 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Equa-Design/218519261659674 - Blog — http://www.equadesign.ca/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Equa Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/equa-design-pfvwus-pf~184573946) - **Website:** http://www.equadesign.ca/ - **Phone:** (403) 818-7874 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz Service Award Winner, 2016 - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews** ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — Cathy, Jan. 2018** > Robin has been very helpful over the years - preventing me from making choices I might regret but at the same time listening to my preferences. I absolutely love the flooring she chose for me. Based on the tiny sample I initially looked at, I would never even have considered it an option. She is always positive and a great communicator. **★★★★★ — Joann Krysak, Jan. 2018** > Robin has been an invaluable part of a major renovation to my Edgemont home. Her designs are both beautiful and functional and her bright smile made this a wonderful experience from the onset. Her assistance in choosing new flooring, light and plumbing fixtures, paint and even to shopping for furniture saved me from an overwhelming task. > Robin takes the time to truly understand her client and to make the home a statement that reflects its owner! **★★★★★ — bshaunessy, June 2016** > We have done over 10 varied projects with Robin Aitken, over the past 25 years, ranging from simple home and condo renovation projects to full interior design services on a 5000 foot new mountain home construction. > Robin is a gifted interior designer with great vision and a great ability to gauge what the client will be comfortable with for a finished product. She is also a very good project manager with good scheduling skills. > We would not hesitate to recommend Robin to others, especially if they are looking for innovative and creative interior design skills. **★★★★★ — 1127house, Feb. 2016** > I hired Equadesign to assist with the build of a side-by-side in Bridgeland in 2013-2014. Robin was a delight to work with and her cheerfulness and good attitude made a complicated project run smoothly. She created beautiful and precise drawings that were aesthetically pleasing and functional for everyday living. Her good eye, clean lines and ability to make her design fit into a budget was much appreciated. Robin was great to work with on site and she is thoughtful in her communication working with the trades to make sure everything was done to a high quality standard. I highly respect and recommend Robin for her eye for design, practicality, and professionalism. **★★★★★ — Carmen Maier, Dec. 2015** > I engaged Robin as my designer when I decided to undertake major renovations in my 4 level split townhouse. My home was built in the 80’s and hadn’t been updated since. Robin helped me design and create a new kitchen, 2 new bathrooms and a powder room, choose new flooring throughout the house, new lighting fixtures and paint, and even new furniture for all the rooms. She has the experience to know what to avoid and look out for, and the designer’s eye to choose colours, textures, and designs that are meant to go together. She quickly picked up on the styles and colours I like, listened to what I would say about what was important to me, and was adept at pulling everything together to make choices that were both beautiful and functional. From room design, to choosing materials, colour and fixtures, and finally to decorating and window coverings, Robin has innovative ideas, practical experience, and great taste. Without Robin I would’ve been overwhelmed by the choices and stymied by decisions. I definitely feel she was the best decision I made in this renovation journey. **Comment from Equa Design:** > Thank you Carmen! You have been a very good client to work with ! I look forward to the final transformation **★★★★★ — User, Sept. 2015** > Robin at Equa Design is professional, knowledgeable and fun to work with. I shared Houzz idea books with her during the initial design process. With one visit to our apartment, she quickly picked up on our design style and her ideas for our kitchen and bathrooms reno reflected that knowledge. Robin matched suppliers to our design requirements so our time spent shopping for materials, fixtures and appliances was efficient, focused but above all else, fun! Robin efficiently managed a couple rounds of changes on the drawings and then recommended a builder that she thought would meet our needs. And she was right. She also stayed connected to the reno process and provided information and problem solving suggestions as the project moved along. The result? A well designed and executed high-quality renovation. And a happy client. **★★★★★ — koreydavis, July 2015** > I have had the pleasure of working with Robin on a number of projects, big and small, over the last decade and would recommend her to anyone looking for a great designer. Whether it is a bathroom renovation or a new custom home, Robin always treats the job with care and professionalism which often exceeds expectations. Her ability to formulate her vision while keeping budget in mind is a skill which is truly hard to come by in the design world. I have always enjoyed working with Robin and I look forward to our next project together. **★★★★★ — debkmail, July 2015** > We engaged Equa Design to assist us in the complete remodel of our country home. The job took three years and I had the pleasure of working with Robin through that time to conceptualize and execute every design aspect from architectural to detailed finishing. Robin has an extremely advanced level of knowledge of the mechanics and functional requirements for the bones of a home. She then employs her masterful talent as a designer to create the perfect space marrying function and form for a home that not only looks gorgeous but works beautifully as well. Robin worked with me to choose every finish. She hand detailed conceptual drawings for everything from cabinetry and tile to exterior details and ceiling mouldings. She also represented our interests to trades on site to ensure the vision we had was championed. Of the entire team we compiled to create our new home, Robin Aitken of Equa Design was our wisest choice. **★★★★★ — dthorog, July 2015** > I have worked with Robin for 20 Years and have always trusted her designs. She has deigned two new homes and two major renovations. She is always very professional and up to date with all the new products electronic items etc . I find her very easy to deal with and would highly recommend her for both commercial and residential jobs. > > Best regards > Dave Thorogood **★★★★★ — islay, July 2015** > We hired Robin to design and install a reading room/second bed room in our older bungalow, She did a beautiful job of working with the existing footprint; our tight time line and budget. The finished product is modern; comfortable; and liveable. > > i just love the new room and have spent many hours in there reading; drawing; and relaxing ! > > i cant wait to work on a new project with her....possibly a bathroom reno ! ## Selected projects - [Townhome Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/townhome-renovation-pj-vj~1813196) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 29 - Description: Complete renovation including all flooring, Bathrooms, Kitchen, Lighting, and Furnishings - [Buffalo Lake Vacation Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/buffalo-lake-vacation-home-pj-vj~1427432) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 51 - Description: New Construction. Interior design including finishes selections, Cabinet Design, Lighting and plumbing fixtures, - [Modern Calgary Infill Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-calgary-infill-home-pj-vj~359098) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 5 - Description: New Construction. All finishes, plumbing, lighting selections. Fireplace design. Cabinet design. - [Rocky Mountain Chateau](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rocky-mountain-chateau-pj-vj~359082) - Location: Canmore, AB - Photos: 6 - Description: New Construction. All finishes selections, All Cabinet Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Plumbing and Lighting selections, Staircase railing design - [Transitional Family Home Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-family-home-renovation-pj-vj~359118) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 2 - Description: Renovation, Main and Basement level. Kitchen cabinet and design, Finishes selections, Light fixtures selections, Range hood design, Furnishings - [Modern Calgary Infill Home II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-calgary-infill-home-ii-pj-vj~359100) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 3 - [Invermere Ranch House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/invermere-ranch-house-pj-vj~359095) - Location: Invermere, BC - Photos: 1 - Description: Renovation and Addition to century old log home. Cabinet Design, finishes selections, lighting fixtures. - [Bragg Creek Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bragg-creek-retreat-pj-vj~359085) - Location: Bragg Creek, AB - Photos: 2 - Description: New Construction. All Finishes selections, cabinet design, furnishings - [Bahamas Beach Shack](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bahamas-beach-shack-pj-vj~359108) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: New Construction. Finishes selections and Furnishings. - [Modern Craftsman Style Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-craftsman-style-residence-pj-vj~359078) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 5 - Description: New Construction. All finishes selections, Cabinet Design, Fireplace design, Kitchen Design, Furnishings, Window Coverings. - [DeWinton Family Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dewinton-family-home-pj-vj~359090) - Location: De Winton, AB - Photos: 1 - Description: New Construction. Finishes selection, Furnishings, Window Coverings. - [Mid Century Modern Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-bungalow-pj-vj~2569066) - Location: Calgary, AB - Photos: 1 - [Panorama Mountain Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/panorama-mountain-cabin-pj-vj~2569034) - Location: Panorama, BC - Photos: 7 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/equa-design-pfvwus-pf~184573946) ## Ideabooks - [Barn Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/121780744/list/barn-doors) — 21 ideas - [Barss Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114136909/list/barss-residence) — 13 ideas - [equadesign's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25487318/list/equadesign-s-ideas) — 37 ideas - [kurkowsky cabin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51849090/list/kurkowsky-cabin) — 3 ideas - [Macdonell](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51217486/list/macdonell) — 7 ideas - [Inman Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29109977/list/inman-residence) — 10 ideas - [Meloche Residence Fences](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27925565/list/meloche-residence-fences) — 9 ideas - [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25675880/list/fireplaces) — 7 ideas [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/equadesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: What are the exterior paint colors and stone on this house?** *(in Photo Questions)* I am building a home in western NC and would love to duplicate the exterior of this home. Paint colors? Is this real or cultured stone veneers? and who makes the stone? Thank you. A: Stone is Canyon Creek Ledgestone supplied by Brock White distributors. Acrylic stucco colour to match Benjamin Moore AF-390 Glacier Till. Timber stain Sansin Banff Brown. Roof and windows Coffee Brown **Q: soffit material** *(in Photo Questions)* Wondering what type of material is used for the soffit here? Looks beautiful! Thanks! A: Just metal soffit **Q: where can I get a sink like this? Love it!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Check out Native Trails and Stone Forest. They both have copper sinks **Q: Wall paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the name of this paint color? I love it A: Benjamin Moore AF-80 Jute **Q: what is the countertop** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Ha stone QuartzFusion MV623 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*