Having done a lot of work on the rest of the home, these homeowners wanted to update their kitchen.  They did not want the expense of new cabinets, but still wanted a new look.  The hardware and floral wallpaper border was dated, and the space seemed too plain in context of the rest of the home.  After painting the existing cupboards a soft putty tone, we replaced the countertop with a travertine laminate and replaced the hardware.  The walls were also painted in a deeper tone to contrast with the cabinetry.  The flooring was replaced in tones of rich browns and creams.  And, the gorgeous glass and stone backsplash tile is now a feast for the eyes.  Adding a touch of drama, this tile finished the kitchen beautifully.  This kitchen is now a classic and contemporary space the homeowners fully enjoy. 

Here again the homeowner did not like the continued bold green palette in the room. The fireplace and surround did not offer much visual interest, and the window treatments were too soft and traditional for the client’s tastes.  We replaced the window treatments with top-down, bottom-up cellular blinds, and we brought the red we used in the dining room into the living room space.  We painted the rest of the space with variations of mushroom and brown tones.  The furniture layout was also reoriented to open up the living room and accentuate the space. With the introduction of new accessories and artwork, we brought together this new contemporary look.  It is now a space to relax and entertain that reflects the homeowner’s tastes.

This bathroom went through a wonderful transformation. A frosted glass door opens into the space. The wooden cabinets were painted out a subtle warm grey tone, and white subway tile was installed from floor to ceiling with a glass tile border around the entire bathroom.  The floor was also tiled, and a new jet tub was installed.  The wall over the black granite sink is now tiled completely in a stunning bold blue tile (a favourite colour of the homeowners). The classic mirror on brackets adds some dimension.  A new Silhouette blind and waffle weave shower curtain softens the space.  A new light fixture adds character and other fittings finish the look. This bathroom is now a soothing and beautiful space that invites you to rest and relax.

The homeowner wanted to update the bathroom and replace the darker, tired colours with a light and airy palette. To do this we removed the tub surround and installed white glossy tile in a subway pattern.  Two rows of glass tile add visual interest and shine.  The dark linoleum was replaced with a beautiful grey green ceramic tile and the vanity was also replaced with a modern, curved wood vanity with a one-piece glass top.  A fresh green-blue paint colour and white trim brighten and enhance the room.  A new mirror and a classic light fixture along with new brushed-nickel faucets complete the look and feel of this soothing space. 

These homeowners wanted to update their TV area. Since they liked the colour they had just painted, we worked with this palette in their new furniture, artwork, lighting and accessories.  We added a wall mounted LCD TV, and we updated the window treatments.  A gallery of black and white photos captures the couple and their family through the years. The cushioned bench was replaced with floating shelves and the wood trim was painted.  This space is now a TV room suited for relaxing, with a contemporary flare. 

The homeowners wanted to freshen the space and purchase new furniture.  Because they would be eventually downsizing to a smaller home, we opted for a loveseat and chairs.  We added a new shelf, coffee and end tables, and beautiful new artwork and a mirror.  The area rug, some accessories and glass lamps brought together the existing colour palette in a fresh way.  The window treatments can now be opened from the bottom up or top down, taking advantage of the great natural light this room has to offer.  Now this living room is a beautiful, contemporary space. 

This room had become cluttered with items that needed storage. The layout of the furniture was awkward and didn’t take advantage of the beautiful fireplace.  We changed the orientation of the furniture to take the greatest advantage of the focal point, and took away the “stuff” that was competing with the beautiful features of the room.  Other areas of this large room were defined and the basement family room is now a soothing, warm space well suited for entertaining and relaxing. 

The beautiful, large windows in this living room were obscured by the couch, and the seating arrangement did not lend itself to easy conversation.  We defined the seating area and flipped the furniture so that the couch and love seat faced each other.  Moving the furniture away from the wall and angling it also took advantage of the great bank of windows.  Unnecessary items were removed, and we brought in some new artwork, plants, and accessories.  This room now invites people to come relax in the beautiful natural light of the room.

A good example of the effectiveness of staging, this room simply needed some decluttering and rearranging.  We added a new table covering and accessories for the table taking advantage of the warm tones in the home.  We moved the water cooler, and highlighted an antique piece. The message centre and bills posted in the corner confused the purpose of the dining room.  We removed all of this, and added artwork and accessories to the room.  Now the room communicates an inviting warmth and simple elegance. 

The couple was looking for a contemporary, café style look in their dining room.  We created a warm and rich palette, and removed a lot of extra accessories and furniture from the space.  A new light fixture, a simple window treatment, and a piece of art from the couple’s travels added life and energy to the space.  Finishing the look with a new pub style dining set, we created a space ready for entertaining and relaxing. 

Continuing the redesign of the dining area, this wall needed to be simplified.  By moving the microwave to a more convenient place in the kitchen, and finding a new area of the home for the pet, we were able to create space.  We brought in a contemporary sideboard, some ambient lighting and accessories.  Finishing the look are two original pieces by a local artist the couple already owned.