This patterned roller shade provides privacy, style and light control on this patio door in Etobicoke.
Example of a mid-sized minimalist single-wall medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Toronto

Rich smokey hues of slate, ash and oyster give the newest addition to our raised panel collection a patina that is both cosmopolitan and rustic. Kensington Mist brings a classic look with a modern palette.

These pretty shades were over blackout roller shades. The windows were not very pretty and the customer wanted to soften the look for her daughter. These shades worked perfectly and are operational. The fabric was a sheer linen and we used a satin fabric for the ribbon.

Inspiration for a cottage staircase remodel in Calgary

Bud Kane has remodeled nearly every room in his own home over many years. Now reaching his 70’s, he contemplated heading up a major kitchen and laundry room renovation himself, planning on doing the carpentry work with his own hands. “I was not convinced I would ever meet anyone who could do it as well as I could do it myself”, said Bud. Ruth and Bud spent 5 years visiting kitchen firms and interviewing designers. They couldn’t however bring themselves to pull the trigger on the project, until they met Advance Design Studio in 2015. “No one understood what I wanted”, said Ruth. She was continually frustrated by experiences with designers who weren’t hearing what was important to her. “Everyone kept designing my kitchen with what they thought it should look like; I couldn’t find anyone who would listen to me”! When they met designer Scott Christensen from Advance Design Studio, they liked him right away. He listened to Ruth and designed a kitchen that she loved, all the while interjecting years of wisdom and design expertise that Ruth appreciated. “The finished product is better than I expected”, says Ruth. “I respected Scott’s opinions and together we created the perfect place for me to bake with my grandkids and truly enjoy the kitchen and laundry room I’ve been dreaming of for many years!” The kitchen transformation began with removing the home’s soffits, and extending new painted maple cabinetry to the ceiling with the addition of an elegant crown molding. Ruth’s new Vita Mix holds a coveted place on her counter, and adjustments were planned to size the cabinets in conjunction with the under cabinet decorative light molding to fit this appliance just right. “This one small detail was really important to me”, says Ruth smiling. An elegant new island replaced the original island, complete with room for 3 stools where her grandchildren will sit to make home-made pasta every Thanksgiving, and cookies at Christmas time. “Traditions are very important in my family, and making my kitchen work to suit cherished activities with my family was the number one reason this renovation was so desired”, replied Ruth when asked about the island. A picture perfect new tea station replaced a cluttered unused desk area, creating a wonderful place to prepare hot drinks for sipping any season of the year while overlooking the couple’s wonderfully manicured gardens from the lovely 3 season’s room just off the kitchen. The soft sage island bead panel detail was repeated on the backsplash, replicating the feel of a fine old piece of furniture. The biggest problem with the laundry room was 3 doors, one from the garage, one from the closet, and one to the hallway. “Scott designed a pocket door, and oh what a dream it is now to bring groceries in from the garage!” exclaims Bud who grew to disdain this task! Doing laundry is now a breeze in this attractive new space that doubles as a wonderful pantry for the kitchen with room to store food items that didn’t have a home in the poorly designed original space. New Hickory distressed wood flooring was laid both in the kitchen and leading to the hall foyer. Soft gray wood-replicating porcelain was placed in the laundry area, making for an easily cleanable surface for what doubles as a mud room from the garage. Creamy tumbled marble graces an unobtrusive backsplash spilling onto shiny granite counter tops in a rich earthy pattern of fall colors that mimic colors throughout the home. Advance is known details that included custom crafted furniture toe kicks, luxurious crown moldings, and beaded under cabinet moldings. The kitchen is complete with a glass display cabinet showing Ruth’s treasured china tea collection. Early on, it was initially only their intention of purchasing cabinets for the new design. They were so impressed however with Advance Design’s complete program for budgeting, design, installation and management that it became clear to them both that they wanted Advance to handle the entire project from start to finish. “After seeing the quality work they did, coupled with the in-house team completely dedicated to our satisfaction, it became apparent there was no other choice but to hire them to handle everything. And we’re so glad we did, we have not one regret”, says Bud. “The attention to detail by the carpentry crew more than satisfied my perfectionist expectations of the finished carpentry,” exclaimed Bud. “Every one of Advance Design’s people we encountered from design through construction was wonderful. We’ve never met a group of people so dedicated to making sure we were happy with every single detail, and every single part of this experience”, said Ruth and Bud. Designer: Scott Christensen Photographer: Joe Nowak

Nantucket window shadings, a collection of Silhouette window shadings, have the unique ability to transform harsh sunlight into gentle, diffused beauty - all while maintaining outside views and indoor privacy. When raised, the shadings disappear into the headrail for an unobstructed view and are available in a wide selection of casual fabrics.

This Aurora sliding door is the first residential install of the product. It is often used in medical and office environments where privacy and soundproofing are critical and easy and complete closure is required. The space outside the bedroom does not allow for a standard door and so a header and support system was built to allow for the sliding door.

Pecky cypress paneling on walls and cabinets with a soft whitewash (with a hint of gray) which is just enough to give an aged, slightly bleached by the sun over time look to this wood and give it the appearance of being original to the home that was built in 1850.

Example of a mid-sized urban open concept concrete floor and gray floor family room design in Seattle with a music area, white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

Photo of a transitional landscaping in Phoenix.

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Mid-sized elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Custom closet double doors of plantation shutters with fixed top louvers and solid panel bottom. Brittany Binder
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Custom storage cabinets and opening wall above to give additional storage as well as natural light to upstairs.
Example of a mid-sized classic home design design in Orlando

Powder room - small contemporary powder room idea in Madrid with a pedestal sink

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