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Step into a space that seamlessly blends functional organization, relaxation, and a touch of fun. The renovation journey unfolded with a meticulous focus on the home's architecture, the client's design preferences, and the need for a practical yet stylish family environment.
The primary bathroom takes center stage in promoting relaxation, featuring a spa-like ambiance with soothing colors, heated floors, a beautiful soaking tub, and gentle under-counter lighting creating a tranquil atmosphere. A cleverly integrated cabinet space is also available, providing a discreet storage solution for the less aesthetically pleasing litter box while ensuring easy access for our feline friends.
In the kitchen, attention to detail shines through with a stunning wood-trimmed vent hood and wooden pulls that punctuate the Indigo Blue cabinets, introducing natural elements and a touch of warmth. Ample storage was a crucial requirement for this kitchen. Featuring expansive pull-out drawers, a concealed lazy Susan, impressive spice storage, and a discreet power source for the cordless vacuum, every detail has been considered for optimal functionality.
Connected to the kitchen, you'll discover a dining area designed for versatility. This multipurpose zone seamlessly integrates wine storage, pantry space, a dedicated baking center, cocktail preparation area, and a convenient coffee zone.
The main level's powder room pays homage to the homeowners' roots, boasting a vibrant wallpaper by Chasing Paper that adds a playful touch.
The harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality continues with an additional mixed-use space that serves as a delightful getaway, complete with outdoor access and ample countertop space for both utility and enjoyment. This home is a testament to the artful fusion of design, comfort, and entertainment.
Interior Design by: Jennifer Gardner Design
Photography by: Emily Keeney

Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Heritage Coastal model home in Charleston, South Carolina, effortlessly balances classic coastal architecture with contemporary modern design. Perfect for active families who love to entertain, this spacious floor plan features an expansive, light-filled open-concept living space designed to host large family gatherings and holiday parties. The heart of the home is anchored by an airy great room where traditional wood-stained exposed ceiling beams arranged in two distinct architectural patterns draw the eye upward, adding rustic warmth and character. To maximize functionality for the modern hybrid workforce, a dedicated flex room has been expertly converted into a private home office, complete with custom built-in cabinets and open shelving for optimal organization. This coastal-inspired home also showcases elevated interior design details through statement accent walls that add depth and texture throughout the space.
Serving as the ultimate homeowner's oasis, the luxury primary suite (owner's retreat) features elegant, classic wainscoting wall paneling for a sophisticated, upscale feel. In contrast, a secondary bedroom utilizes a contemporary dimensional pattern accent wall to bring modern geometric dimension to the kids' or guests' quarters. Extending the living space into the outdoors, an optional covered porch offers a seamless indoor-outdoor transition, providing the perfect shaded patio area for kicking back, relaxing, and enjoying low-country breezes. Combining high-end architectural features with everyday practicality, this coastal custom home is designed for families to build and treasure a lifetime of memories.
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This single family home that was once used as a rental for university students was completely renovated with a new addition and transformed into a highly optimized haven for a family of four. The brief was modern but colorful!

Transitional kitchen for a family of four featuring a beveled shaker door. The eat in space allows for optimal prep counter space.
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor kitchen design in Toronto with shaker cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, a double-bowl sink, white cabinets and marble countertops
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor kitchen design in Toronto with shaker cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, a double-bowl sink, white cabinets and marble countertops

The sleek design of this kitchen provides an open area. This L-shape kitchen with an island in the middle provides room for cooking, eating, and socializing. The hardwood floor provides a warm feel to the home.

This full home renovation in North Vancouver transformed a previously updated yet disjointed home into a cohesive, modern retreat designed for long-term family living. The homeowners sought more than just a visual refresh—they wanted a smarter layout, enhanced energy performance, and improved everyday functionality.We reimagined key areas of the home to optimize flow and livability, including a complete redesign of the staircase, which previously divided the space and limited its usability. The result is a more open, connected home that meets exceptional standards for comfort and energy efficiency. Highlights include a fully reconfigured upper floor featuring a modern staircase, a convenient upstairs laundry, and a bright new home office. In the kitchen, a streamlined layout now centers around a linear island, complemented by a dedicated coffee bar, custom walnut cabinetry, and a functional new butler’s pantry.
The living room has been transformed into a light-filled gathering space anchored by a statement fireplace that celebrates the home’s West Coast surroundings. A legal one-bedroom basement suite was added with full soundproofing and future-ready media wiring, while a glulam and glass patio cover extends the living area outdoors for year-round enjoyment.
Behind the scenes, upgraded HVAC systems, improved air sealing, and precision soundproofing deliver Built Green Platinum performance.

Wild View Farm includes a new “Forever home” (we deconstructed an existing house with a 90% landfill diversion rate), and enhancements to several working barns. The 80 acre site was an original homestead farm from the 1890’s. Both its buildings and soil had become severely degraded. The owners are working to holistically restore this property and make it a model of modern regenerative farming. They are planting hundreds of trees, re-introducing livestock and working with Dryland Agroecology Research and High Plains Permaculture to restore the soil.
The -51 HERS rated home is not just energy-efficient - it’s a model of “Regenerative design”. The deep green house design included multiple challenges – foremost was how to create a Passive Solar design that also took full advantage of the massive views to the West. We solved it with an L shaped building that optimized passive and active solar strategies on the south face, then actively protected the western facade with a giant covered porch and tuned glazing. The home’s leading-edge energy package includes a Ground source heat pump, a large roof-mounted solar PV array, battery back-up, EV chargers, and Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV), Energy Star Appliances and windows, a robust foam insulation shell and LED lighting.
We also endeavored to craft a modern day interpretation of the farmhouse typology, with a low-slung simple gable-roofed form that would feel like it’s always been there. The exterior material palette of limestone, cementitious stucco and heavy timber gives it a rich Colorado Modern Farmhouse feel. The home is full of custom details like walls of vaulted glass to capture the sweeping mountain views, an AI Smart Home control system, a sleeping loft for kids and guests, a hard-working Butler’s Pantry, a gourmet outdoor kitchen, a pool & spa, a cozy office nook for reading, and a lovely built-in bench for morning coffee. Phase 2 of this project will include a Farmworker ADU and a full renovation of the existing historic barn.
Built by Skycastle Construction. Interior Design by Kimball Modern and Rodwin Architecture. Landscaping by EDI. Photography by Dane Cronin Photo

Complete refurbishment with ground and first floor extension to semi-detached property in Forest Hill, to optimise tremendous views across the city and create spaces appropriate for family living.

This single family home that was once used as a rental for university students was completely renovated with a new addition and transformed into a highly optimized haven for a family of four. The brief was modern but colorful!

Shingle Style Home featuring Bevolo Lighting.
Perfect for a family, this shingle-style home offers ample play zones complemented by tucked-away areas. With the residence’s full scale only apparent from the back, Harrison Design’s concept optimizes water views. The living room connects with the open kitchen via the dining area, distinguished by its vaulted ceiling and expansive windows. An octagonal-shaped tower with a domed ceiling serves as an office and lounge. Much of the upstairs design is oriented toward the children, with a two-level recreation area, including an indoor climbing wall. A side wing offers a live-in suite for a nanny or grandparents.

The kitchen in this Passive House-inspired new build combines sleek modern design with cutting-edge energy efficiency. Featuring high-performance appliances, custom millwork, and sustainable materials, it offers a functional yet stylish space. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and durability, the kitchen includes optimized lighting, excellent air quality, and precision craftsmanship to complement the home's eco-friendly ethos.

This home in West Bellevue underwent a dramatic transformation from a dated traditional design to better-than-new modern. The floor plan and flow of the home were completely updated, so that the owners could enjoy a bright, open and inviting layout. The inspiration for this home design was contrasting tones with warm wood elements and complementing metal accents giving the unique Pacific Northwest chic vibe that the clients were dreaming of.

This single family home that was once used as a rental for university students was completely renovated with a new addition and transformed into a highly optimized haven for a family of four. The brief was modern but colorful!

A narrow room is optimally laid out for multi-purpose functions including entertaining with plenty of seating, quiet time with a warm fire and a good book, or simply enjoying the bright outdoors with a full wall of french doors and added transoms above. Traditional crown moulding completes the space for a sophisticated and tailored space

n this stunning, newly built, custom home it was important to be able to design a kitchen that tied in both elegant aesthetics and efficient performance. This kitchen includes gorgeous floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, concealing large appliances such as the freezer and refrigerator with custom appliance panels and giving the kitchen next-level charm and sophistication. The stacked wall cabinets incorporate gorgeous framed glass upper doors which serve as the perfect display case for delicate china and priceless souvenirs. The magnificent premium-alder, raisin-stained wood-hood acts as a focal point with functionality. It contains, on either side of the cooktop, convenient pull out spice racks allowing for optimal organization and accessibility while cooking. The massive, raisin-stained island compliments the hood and features an extra bar sink and luxurious 6mm Cambria quartz countertops. This quartz carries over beneath the hood creating a beautifully unique backsplash. In this custom Crystal Keyline kitchen, every inch of cabinetry appears as a gorgeous furniture piece yet acts as if it owns the performance and harmony of a professional kitchen.

One of our main design goals with this new construction project was to create a comfortable family home with timeless lines that would allow for optimal flow & function for everyday living.
Built as a spec home in the highly desirable Lakeview Heights neighbourhood of West Kelowna, the design needed to be broadly appealing to potential purchasers. We opted for a light and natural colour palette utilizing contemporary lines to create a welcoming and approachable feel throughout the home.
With ample square footage - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms on the upper floor, with a fully finished Basement, & Rental Suite, as well as above Garage Bonus Room - we were tasked with making revisions to the Architectural plans as needed to improve flow and function between the spaces.
The Main Floor was specially re-designed to allow for a creation of a chef inspired, gourmet Kitchen with executive appliances, large Island, gas Range, and a very convenient Butler’s Pantry which sits beside the bright, open concept Living Room & Dining Room with floor-to-ceiling Fireplace.
The re-designed outdoor entertaining space includes a spacious deck off the Kitchen, featuring an outdoor BBQ area with bar top counter to seat guests and relaxing conversation area.
The home sold to a young family, and we’re told they love their new home.

Looking for a complete renovation to create their Mediterranean style kitchen into a modern, luxurious yet functional kitchen for entertaining, the perimeter cabinetry features the Pescara door style finished in Matte French Biscuit on Rift Cut White Oak, including custom dishwasher, wine and refrigerator panels. Optimizing functionality and flow, the open format kitchen features a variety of innovative storage and use options like a knife block and pull out chopping block, and integrated lighting options throughout. Focal points of the room include dual islands featuring Pescara door style finished in Alpine White on Maple, allowing the cooking station to separate from the entertaining area, and a vent hood and chimney covered in a 700 pound quartz slab.
Designed by Christy Bowen
The Cabinetry Studio by Twelve Stones
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