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Kitchen - small transitional galley kitchen idea in Grand Rapids with white cabinets, ceramic backsplash, an island and white countertops

Photo: A Darling Felicity Photography © 2015 Houzz
Living room - small enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in Seattle with white walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace
Living room - small enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in Seattle with white walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Large transitional master bathroom photo in Dallas with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops and beige countertops

Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom photo in Dallas with quartz countertops and black countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile countertops, black backsplash, an island and white countertops

Tom Grimes photography
Downsizing done right!
The loft area on second floor
Transitional bedroom photo in New York
Transitional bedroom photo in New York

The homeowners of this condo sought our assistance when downsizing from a large family home on Howe Sound to a small urban condo in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver. They asked us to incorporate many of their precious antiques and art pieces into the new design. Our challenges here were twofold; first, how to deal with the unconventional curved floor plan with vast South facing windows that provide a 180 degree view of downtown Vancouver, and second, how to successfully merge an eclectic collection of antique pieces into a modern setting. We began by updating most of their artwork with new matting and framing. We created a gallery effect by grouping like artwork together and displaying larger pieces on the sections of wall between the windows, lighting them with black wall sconces for a graphic effect. We re-upholstered their antique seating with more contemporary fabrics choices - a gray flannel on their Victorian fainting couch and a fun orange chenille animal print on their Louis style chairs. We selected black as an accent colour for many of the accessories as well as the dining room wall to give the space a sophisticated modern edge. The new pieces that we added, including the sofa, coffee table and dining light fixture are mid century inspired, bridging the gap between old and new. White walls and understated wallpaper provide the perfect backdrop for the colourful mix of antique pieces. Interior Design by Lori Steeves, Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography

Clients were downsizing to luxury condominium in downtown Scottsdale. We used their existing furnishings and it fit very well for their lifestyle!
Mid-sized eclectic open concept light wood floor family room photo in Phoenix with beige walls, a media wall and no fireplace
Mid-sized eclectic open concept light wood floor family room photo in Phoenix with beige walls, a media wall and no fireplace

Example of a large farmhouse backyard patio kitchen design in Denver with a roof extension
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