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Inspiration for a craftsman living room remodel in DC Metro
Inspiration for a craftsman living room remodel in DC Metro
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Our client moved into a smaller space with a much needed remodel. Well we were able to provide her with just that and more! Our clients loved the traditional look of the Honey Oak Shenandoah Square Cabinets. We paired the cabinetry with Wilsonart laminate countertop in Juparana Bordeaux. The final touches were the stainless steel appliances with a stainless steel double sink to match.

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

Designed by Lux Decor.
Photographed by Angela Auclair Photography
Family room - traditional family room idea in Montreal
Family room - traditional family room idea in Montreal

In the dining room, we designed new custom cabinetry with contractor Solid Vision Interiors, to provide the Drinkards with plenty of storage and display space. Pieces in the art niches are Asian antiques from Glenn Richards in Seattle. Custom mirror from Museum Quality Framing perfectly reflects the city view. Pendant light from Hubbardton Forge; dining table from Michael Trayler; chairs from A. Rudin upholstered in Summer Hill fabric.

Living Area, with organic cotton pillow fabric from Pindler & Pindler; pillows made by Serendipity Home Decor; Tibetan wool & silk rug from Lapchi is Rugmark certified.
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