First installation of its kind. Two Oversize 9’ x 16’ grand patio openings by NanaWall, expand indoor living to the great outdoors. Heat lamps surrounding the grand openings create a heat blanket that extend outdoor entertaining in spring and fall. Custom IPE boardwalk with flush-mounted perimeter LED lighting borders entire 32’ span for ease of access. Two completely mitered marble fire features, anchor the gathering places for best views. From planes, boats & helicopters, ambient sound from the serene waterfall creates a peaceful environment in busy Coal Harbour. Fully automated lighting and audio system, allows residents and guests experience amazing city backdrops from dawn to dusk where the sunset welcomes the night with city lights in style. Chef sized 48” Wolf BBQ allows you to dine company at centre stage. Basalt stepping stones also lead you to more private spaces to continue conversations away from the main patios.

In this bungalow renovation we removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room and remove the door jambs to eliminate the trim and have smooth drywall returns. New Oxford white Shaker cabinets with Berenson hearth door knobs installed over 12 by 24 ceramic tile. we left the newer maple floors in the diningroom as they continued through to the mainfloor living room. The counter tops are Laminate and I have to say laminate has come a long way baby and still the most affordable option. The drop in Blanco Silgranite sink looks more sleek than the standard stainless. The peninsula was colourmatched to the desk area. Generally we love to add island but some kitchens are too narrow and the peninsula is the best option. We usually have the back corner cabinet of the peninsula accessed from the dining room for better use of space.

In this bungalow renovation we removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room and remove the door jambs to eliminate the trim and have smooth drywall returns. New Oxford white Shaker cabinets with Berenson hearth door knobs installed over 12 by 24 ceramic tile. we left the newer maple floors in the diningroom as they continued through to the mainfloor living room. The counter tops are Laminate and I have to say laminate has come a long way baby and still the most affordable option. The drop in Blanco Silgranite sink looks more sleek than the standard stainless. The peninsula was colourmatched to the desk area. Generally we love to add island but some kitchens are too narrow and the peninsula is the best option. We usually have the back corner cabinet of the peninsula accessed from the dining room for better use of space.

Custom built-ins were designed for the space, so they could perfectly fit the space, store their TV and accessories, allow for access to the light switches on the wall and integrate with the fireplace surround. The fireplace hearth was replaced with slate and a slate surround, with a custom mantle built to integrate with the adjoining units. photo by Laura Cavendish

This homeowner came to us with her basic design ready for us to execute for her kitchen, but also asked us to design and update her entry, sunroom and fireplace. Her kitchen was 80’s standard builder grade cabinetry and laminate countertops and she had a knee wall separating her kitchen from the family room. We removed that wall and installed a custom cabinetry buffet to complement the cabinetry of the kitchen, allowing for access from all sides. We removed a desk area in the kitchen and converted it to a closed organization station complete with a charging station for phones and computers. Calcutta Quartzite countertops were used throughout and continued seamlessly up the walls as a backsplash to create a wow factor. We converted a closet into a pantry cabinet, and new stainless appliances, including a microwave drawer completed this renovation. Additionally, we updated her sunroom by removing the “popcorn” textured ceiling and gave it a fresh updated coat of paint. We installed 12x24 tile floor giving the room a simple classic transformation. Finally, we renewed the fireplace area, by building a custom mantle and adding wood paneling and trim to soften the marble fireplace face and a simple coat of paint in the entry and a new chandelier brought a lighter and fresher impact upon entering the home.

This contemporary master bath suite emulates my client’s style perfectly, which is a mix of warm New England tradition and interesting modern detail. Originally the bathroom was a small space with access to a mediocre closet, a small outdated shower stall, and large corner whirlpool tub. The transformation of this bath began by removing everything pre-existing and starting a new layout from scratch. Ample amounts of storage were created by building a custom center wall cabinet for the deep red stained vanity separating his and hers sinks. The same privacy was created for the toilet, discretely placing it behind a half wall. The major design focal points include a freestanding egg shaped tub with sleek Sigma brushed nickel controls and a custom shower. The tub is surrounded by large horizontal matte and polished tiles and basks in the glow from the large window above. A custom shower facing the tub features the same large tiles with the addition of a metallic copper and gray horizontal border. The tile is continued to the floating seat keeping the lines clean. This bath is now spa quality, contemporary and sleek, and the perfect retreat for this happy couple!

VPC’s featured Custom Home Project of the Month for March is the spectacular Mountain Modern Lodge. With six bedrooms, six full baths, and two half baths, this custom built 11,200 square foot timber frame residence exemplifies breathtaking mountain luxury. The home borrows inspiration from its surroundings with smooth, thoughtful exteriors that harmonize with nature and create the ultimate getaway. A deck constructed with Brazilian hardwood runs the entire length of the house. Other exterior design elements include both copper and Douglas Fir beams, stone, standing seam metal roofing, and custom wire hand railing. Upon entry, visitors are introduced to an impressively sized great room ornamented with tall, shiplap ceilings and a patina copper cantilever fireplace. The open floor plan includes Kolbe windows that welcome the sweeping vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The great room also includes access to the vast kitchen and dining area that features cabinets adorned with valances as well as double-swinging pantry doors. The kitchen countertops exhibit beautifully crafted granite with double waterfall edges and continuous grains. VPC’s Modern Mountain Lodge is the very essence of sophistication and relaxation. Each step of this contemporary design was created in collaboration with the homeowners. VPC Builders could not be more pleased with the results of this custom-built residence.

Inspired by another mid-century modern home the client owned, this new residence represents a much larger 21st-century version built into the gently sloping hillside to take advantage of the sprawling hilltop views of the Sonoma valley. The quiet front facade leads guests into a formal entry that divides the house into private and public spaces. Rounding the corner into the great room, one is immediately hit by the breathtaking view that extends outward beyond the infinity pool and deck through a continuous wall of glass. In the opposite direction, each of the three bedrooms was designed with its own seating area and bathroom, creating private suites for family members and guests alike. The linear design and open, flowing living spaces provide almost every room with outdoor access to the expansive patio, protected from the Sonoma heat by deep overhangs. Warm woods, clean lines, and a rhythmic post and beam ceiling design create a homey feeling of rest and relaxation, evoking the essence of modern California living. Klopf Architecture project team: Geoff Campen, Ethan Taylor, Noel Andrade, and John Klopf Landscape Architects: Arterra Landscape Architects Structural Engineer: ZFA Contractor: Eames Construction Photography: ©2022 Mariko Reed Completion year: 2022

Inspired by another mid-century modern home the client owned, this new residence represents a much larger 21st-century version built into the gently sloping hillside to take advantage of the sprawling hilltop views of the Sonoma valley. The quiet front facade leads guests into a formal entry that divides the house into private and public spaces. Rounding the corner into the great room, one is immediately hit by the breathtaking view that extends outward beyond the infinity pool and deck through a continuous wall of glass. In the opposite direction, each of the three bedrooms was designed with its own seating area and bathroom, creating private suites for family members and guests alike. The linear design and open, flowing living spaces provide almost every room with outdoor access to the expansive patio, protected from the Sonoma heat by deep overhangs. Warm woods, clean lines, and a rhythmic post and beam ceiling design create a homey feeling of rest and relaxation, evoking the essence of modern California living. Klopf Architecture project team: Geoff Campen, Ethan Taylor, Noel Andrade, and John Klopf Landscape Architects: Arterra Landscape Architects Structural Engineer: ZFA Contractor: Eames Construction Photography: ©2022 Mariko Reed Completion year: 2022

In this bungalow renovation we removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room and remove the door jambs to eliminate the trim and have smooth drywall returns. New Oxford white Shaker cabinets with Berenson hearth door knobs installed over 12 by 24 ceramic tile. we left the newer maple floors in the diningroom as they continued through to the mainfloor living room. The counter tops are Laminate and I have to say laminate has come a long way baby and still the most affordable option. The drop in Blanco Silgranite sink looks more sleek than the standard stainless. The peninsula was colourmatched to the desk area. Generally we love to add island but some kitchens are too narrow and the peninsula is the best option. We usually have the back corner cabinet of the peninsula accessed from the dining room for better use of space.

In this bungalow renovation we removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room and remove the door jambs to eliminate the trim and have smooth drywall returns. New Oxford white Shaker cabinets with Berenson hearth door knobs installed over 12 by 24 ceramic tile. we left the newer maple floors in the diningroom as they continued through to the mainfloor living room. The counter tops are Laminate and I have to say laminate has come a long way baby and still the most affordable option. The drop in Blanco Silgranite sink looks more sleek than the standard stainless. The peninsula was colourmatched to the desk area. Generally we love to add island but some kitchens are too narrow and the peninsula is the best option. We usually have the back corner cabinet of the peninsula accessed from the dining room for better use of space.

Catherine Buley, Rain Garden Nursery. Look closely and you'll see the two "corners" of this partially hidden path that serpentines from the lower sidewalk by the building on the left, through the Rain Garden to the far right retainer wall and continues back up up to the building entrance. This element of our design was by far the favorite feature of our Landscape Makeover. Everyone from children to seniors use this constantly. It seems to be a magnet for visitors and church members alike. It's "heart warming" to see people with walkers and kids carrying skateboards or walking bicycles sharing it daily. Church members tell us that our design transformed the site from a static space that almost no one used, to a new welcoming entry that invites everyone in. This and the new patio area it affords is Exactly what the clients wanted.

This project was an important renovation to an otherwise functional but basic kitchen. The clients, recently arrived from London, wanted a more modern aesthetic to match their tastes. By removing a section of the wall that had created a labyrinth effect, the new layout was a jewel box with optimal traverse that also accessed a view to the outdoors. The clients wanted a continuous, serene space; DEANE hid the appliances with paneled refrigeration and freezer columns, mirrored with a stacked, flush inset Miele beverage station and speed oven. Imperial Danby marble countertops and waterfall edge island are counter-balanced by a backsplash in Dynasty White Italian Carrara marble. The framed, inset cabinets with satin brass pulls and hardware are painted a pale grey for a cool effect and capped off with a customized, architectural 3-piece crown. Hector Finch pendants in antique brass with grey, handblown Murano glass compliment the custom, brushed stainless steel hood, with satin brass and polished nickel rivets.

VPC’s featured Custom Home Project of the Month for March is the spectacular Mountain Modern Lodge. With six bedrooms, six full baths, and two half baths, this custom built 11,200 square foot timber frame residence exemplifies breathtaking mountain luxury. The home borrows inspiration from its surroundings with smooth, thoughtful exteriors that harmonize with nature and create the ultimate getaway. A deck constructed with Brazilian hardwood runs the entire length of the house. Other exterior design elements include both copper and Douglas Fir beams, stone, standing seam metal roofing, and custom wire hand railing. Upon entry, visitors are introduced to an impressively sized great room ornamented with tall, shiplap ceilings and a patina copper cantilever fireplace. The open floor plan includes Kolbe windows that welcome the sweeping vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The great room also includes access to the vast kitchen and dining area that features cabinets adorned with valances as well as double-swinging pantry doors. The kitchen countertops exhibit beautifully crafted granite with double waterfall edges and continuous grains. VPC’s Modern Mountain Lodge is the very essence of sophistication and relaxation. Each step of this contemporary design was created in collaboration with the homeowners. VPC Builders could not be more pleased with the results of this custom-built residence.

In this bungalow renovation we removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room and remove the door jambs to eliminate the trim and have smooth drywall returns. New Oxford white Shaker cabinets with Berenson hearth door knobs installed over 12 by 24 ceramic tile. we left the newer maple floors in the diningroom as they continued through to the mainfloor living room. The counter tops are Laminate and I have to say laminate has come a long way baby and still the most affordable option. The drop in Blanco Silgranite sink looks more sleek than the standard stainless. The peninsula was colourmatched to the desk area. Generally we love to add island but some kitchens are too narrow and the peninsula is the best option. We usually have the back corner cabinet of the peninsula accessed from the dining room for better use of space.

Knowing what we know about man’s innate connection with and love of nature and natural environments, if we’re not incorporating biophilic design principles into our own personal spaces, we’re depriving ourselves, and those with whom we share these spaces, of all the benefits that access to nature offers us. Click on the next picture to continue reading………..

Our customers came to us with a desire to open up their kitchen into the dining and living rooms. They wanted an open concept to make their home more comfortable and easy to get around in when their grandchildren came over to visit. We were able to take down two walls and leave a post where the island is currently located. We were also able to continue and match the hardwood floors in the kitchen. The ginger stained cabinets and the under cabinet lighting add a warmth to the kitchen. The staggered wall cabinets with the large crown mounding added an interesting touch. And lastly the washing machine was moved from the basement into the kitchen for easier access to our customers who have a hard time walking up and down the staircase. The customers love their new kitchen and enjoy spending time with their family.

Example of a mid-sized minimalist master gray tile and stone slab alcove shower design in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and white walls

Living the dream on their estate home, this couple wanted to improve their ability to the home they built 12 years ago in the quiet suburb of Nokesville, VA. Their vision for the master bathroom suite and adjacent closet space changed over the years. They wanted direct access from master bathroom into the closet, which was not possible due to the spiral staircase. We removed this spiral staircase and moved bathroom wall by a foot into the closet, then built a wrap-around staircase allowing access to the upper level closet space. We installed wood flooring to continue bedroom and adjacent hallway floor into closet space. The entire bathroom was gutted, redesigned to have a state of new art whirlpool tub which was placed under a new arch picture window facing scenery of the side yard. The tub was decked in solid marble and surrounded with matching wood paneling as used for custom vanities. All plumbing was moved to create L-shape vanity spaces and make up area, with hidden mirrors behind hanging artwork. A large multiple function shower with custom doors and floor to ceiling marble was placed on south side of this bathroom, and a closed water closet area was placed on the left end. Using large scale marble tile floors with decorative accent tiles, crown, chair rail and fancy high-end hardware make this master suite a serene place for retiring in. The cream and gold color combination serves as a classic symbol of luxury.