The new owners were looking forward to living in their new home with an open floor plan, tall vaulted ceilings, and great views. It featured a large Great Room with two big French Doors separating the Dining Room from the Master Bedroom. But after only a few months they identified a major design flaw: Each of the French Doors had ten glass windows with two large windows above each door. (Check out our before and after designs, traffic flow diagrams and photos of this project.) Glass windows and doors allowed sound and light from guests or the TV in the great room to easily sneak into the bedroom. With unique work and sleep schedules (he’s a pilot, she’s a registered nurse) this design wasn’t working. Then there was a traffic flow design flaw: The Master Bedroom had a second entrance from a hallway. To get into the bedroom from the hallway you needed to walk down another claustrophobic hallway. To get from the Master Bedroom to the Master Bath begin at the most remote corner of the bedroom and down a hallway between two closets. Once inside the bath, a huge triangular Jacuzzi dominating the space. So, from a privacy and traffic flow perspective, this home had some major design issues. When Craig Weber first met with the owners, he listened to their ideas and concerns. The owners trusted Craig to come up with the most efficient and most effective solution to this design dilemma. He offered a solution that resolved the bed-bath traffic flow problem, offered some bedroom room privacy, and updated the bath. First, the two French Doors and windows were removed. A new wall was built with sound-absorbing materials, making the Great Room and Dining Room more comfortable spaces for entertaining while creating the bedroom privacy the owners craved. Solving the Bedroom/Bath traffic flow problem began with removing the two existing closets. The bath door was relocated next to the hall entrance, and then a new walk-in closet was added adjacent to the hallway entrance. The solution offered easy access to and from the bath, closet and hallway without a hint of claustrophobia. The Master Bath underwent a major transformation designed for convenience and comfort – especially during long, cold Minnesota winters. Most everything from the former bath was torn out, beginning with the giant Jacuzzi. A new bathtub that is wider and deeper than the standard size was installed with brushed Nickel fixtures. It’s the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine and candles. Warm floors are a Minnesota “must have.” The bath’s new ceramic floor features in-floor electric heat. Getting in and out of the tub is easy and comfortable. The new walk-in shower again features in-floor heating and a place to sit. The most interesting feature of this shower may the custom ceramic tile installed with unique patterns. A new vanity Cambria Bradshaw countertops features two under-hung ceramic sinks with matching brushed Nickel fixtures. Tall ceilings and three glass windows near the ceiling flood the room with natural light. A new energy-efficient window frames an ornamental stained glass window created by the owner’s father – a great personal touch. A quiet place to sleep. A private dining room for entertaining. A Master Bath to die for. And easy traffic flow. The owners couldn’t have been more delighted with the outcome. And Lilly, their cat, loves it too.

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Lumi Doors by Komandor. On display in our showroom. Mat Black pivot doors with clear glass inserts. Fixed panel on both side with transom on the top. All custom made to fit your space! Very trendy!

We present the first Carbon Neutral collection by Silestone®. A commitment to sustainability in which we reduce and offset the emissions of the manufacturing process with reforestation projects. Sunlit Days is inspired by the evocative Mediterranean shades of a unique lifestyle.

We present the first Carbon Neutral collection by Silestone®. A commitment to sustainability in which we reduce and offset the emissions of the manufacturing process with reforestation projects. Sunlit Days is inspired by the evocative Mediterranean shades of a unique lifestyle.

Wardrobe with Heliodor Slidng Door System & Custom Console by Komandor. These frameless doors can be opened with our unique "Push & Slide" mechanism. Custom glass inserts are the perfect match for these luxury doors! Choose from hundreds of images and graphics!

Modern TV Stand Move 2 by Up Huppe Made in Canada The Move collection is made of select american walnut veneer, solid american walnut and a combination of glass and microtextured lacquer. By it’s beautiful wood grain, each piece is unique. The Move collection is recognized by its magnificent lacquered glass sliding door. The asymmetrical drawers give the TV stand a unique look, while providing functional storage. The hardware is of top quality and the drawers, specially treated and stained to match the exterior and equipped with invisible self-closing slow-motion slides, shut gently and silently. The backs and the adjustable shelves are cut out for maximum ventilation and easy wiring. Customers are ensured that this product, designed by Joel Dupras and manufactured in Canada by a passionate team, is unique, authentic and of top quality. Features: Designed by Joel Dupras Structure in solid and veneered wood available in a natural, smoky, chocolate, espresso or tobacco walnut finish Sliding door available in wood or lacquered glass Removable back panel with the cut-outs for wiring Adjustable internal shelves The drawers, available in several lacquered finishes, feature self-clothing slow motions slides TV Panel flat screen area W56" x H42" TV Panel holds up to 150 lbs. TV Panel can be ordered with or without LED lights The starting price is for the Move TV Stand with TV Panel and wooden sliding door. LED Light for the TV Panel is not included in the price and can be purchased separately. Dimensions: TV Stand with TV Panel: W75" x D23" x H63" TV Stand: W75" x D23" x H21"

Folk is a versatile collection. Equipped with high quality hardware and the drawers close efficiently due to hidden self-closing slow motion slides. Available in different sizes, configurations and finishes Made in Canada Call 1-800-880-7154 for a quote

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Take a look at this beautiful modern kitchen featuring our Travertine Hard Maple hardwood floor. This beautiful floor from our Designer collection is also available with our Pure Genius air-purifying technology. Photos taking by Alan Barry decorated by Alena Capra.

Lumi Doors by Komandor. On display in our showroom. Mat Black pivot doors with clear glass inserts. Fixed panel on both side with transom on the top. All custom made to fit your space! Very trendy!

Nature above ground pool installed with full deck, heavy duty clear solar cover, and resin entry ladder.
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The Canada House on Trafalgar Square in London England has been undergoing a planned revitalization for the last two years. The project, expected to be completed by November 30, 2014, will renovate and refurbish Canada House and connect it to the adjacent building at 2-4 Cockspur Street, which will also be upgraded. We were awarded the opportunity to build a unique table that would represent the province of Manitoba in the Canada House as its revitalization initiative to represent Canadian artists and designers to the world. The table itself was built from a 200+ year old salvaged Manitoba Oak tree cut on our sawmill to retain the live edges. We carefully selected pieces to incorporate some beautiful natural cracks where Walnut butterfly keys were incorporated for structural integrity. The stain was carefully custom mixed in-house to match the other surrounding furnishings in the room the table is destined to be in. The electrical power data modules we’re sent to us direct from the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and counter sunk into the table for a flush design. We built the custom steel leg and leg structure accommodating for the heft weight of the tabletop. Lastly the table was packaged according to ISPM 15 certified packaging for oversees export requirements. Design specs: 144”W x 48”D x 29”H x 1.5”T live edge Manitoba salvaged Oak table with custom Walnut stain colour finished with OSMO Hardwax Polyx Oil. 2015 © Ray Chan Photo, All Rights Reserved Canada House Manitoba Room photos via The Canada House

Sleek and slim styling with a touch of modern flair adds high level comfort to your home. Eco-friendly construction. Certified sustainable, kiln-dried wood frame. Feather blend wrapped MicroGel soy-based polyfoam. Web and coil spring system. Benchmade in Canada. Available in fabric or leather. Available as a slipcover.

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