Dark & dreary basement gets much needed renovation from the studs to the furniture. Renovation included gutting the entire basement & opening up the layout to maximize relaxing & entertaining. Spray foam insulation was added for comfort, existing window was made larger for more natural light & wonderful custom cabinetry for max storage without sacrificing the look. The old wood fireplace was removed & replaced with a modern electric fireplace. Fireplace surrounded by a dramatic large format porcelain tile.
Goodbye old deck tub & hello new freestanding tub. Original ensuite bathroom gets a dramatic new look. Black & gold theme with a bold onyx inspired heated floor tile set off this bathroom.
This kitchen had an odd shaped space so 3 zones were created. The working triangle, storage wall & entertaining island space. Removing the bearing wall between the kitchen & dining really opened up the space making a great place to entertain. A brick feature that matched the living room fireplace was used on the island to add some interest & texture. A focal point of the kitchen is a tubular hood fan with a large format tile backsplash.
Original bathroom gets a modern makeover. A truly unique vanity was created using walnut & porcelain sheets. Using the porcelain we’re able to create the look of a really thick countertop without sacrificing any drawer space. Floating vanity is accented with a toe kick night light.
Porcelain was also used on the shower bench & the back shower wall where the old window was removed for glass block. The glass block allows all the light but still provides privacy.
Curbless shower & wall hung toilet were also used to maintain that really clean modern look along with the extra functionality they provide. A little extra walking space is available with the wall hung toilet versus a standard toilet. The curbless shower makes it easy to walk into the shower as you age or if there was a need for a mobility device.
As part of a larger whole home renovation this living room received a modern upgrade in everyway. Starting by removing the old out of commission fireplace & adding an addition to that side of the house to gain about 4 feet of width to the living room. This allowed for the furniture layout to be flipped creating better flow. A 2 sided fireplace was used between the kitchen/dinette & the living room. This fireplace is a zero clearance unit so it allowed for wood slats & the TV buildout to be tight to the unit. The wood slats from the fireplace were continued down the hall but with openings to keep the space more airy. Flanking the fireplace is back painted glass that wraps both sides & hides the entertainment equipment.
A custom made sectional was used not only for looks but to maximize the seating. Copper accents were used throughout in the table, art, drapery hardware & pillow fabric. Motorized window coverings were also used to enhance the functionality.
New open concept condo get a fun & fresh layout & colour scheme. Punches of green accents on a neutral backdrop are used throughout the condo. With smaller spaces come challenges like the master bedroom door having to share a wall with the TV & fireplace. With some very skilled millwork we were able to make that door blend seamlessly into feature wall.
Tired bar & games room gets a update using copper details, natural wallpaper, walnut wood countertop & a dramatic leopard carpet. The wood work was refreshed with a fresh coat of paint. Bar top was covered over with a wonderfully rustic copper top with copper nails. Cabinet doors have a hammered copper insert & the low counter has a hammered copper sink.
A luxurious master bedroom bath renovation. A large freestanding jetted tub, custom tiled shower & unique vanity all accented with champagne bronze/satin brass fixtures
This tired sunroom & dated living room fireplace get a complete make over from the ground up. Sunroom had a good foundation but was lacking everywhere else. The aluminum & thin glass structure was removed & upgraded with wood framing, insulation, triple pain glass & tongue & groove wood. All topped off with soft indirect lighting for night time & wonderful sky lights for the day.
The old brick fireplace left no space for a TV. The fireplace wall was modernized & built to harmonize this TV & fireplace relationship. Some storage space was also incorporated to hide away items like kids toys when not in use.
Guest bathroom gets a fresh new look. Removed the old light box, wall paper, dated fixtures & countertop. We salvaged the vanity cabinet with a fresh coat of black paint. A bulkhead was added so we could keep the existing fan ducting without having to put the fan grille on the beautiful new tile wall. All topped off with a quartz to & black fixtures.
Apartment lobby gets much needed upgrade. New furniture, art, wallpaper & light fixtures.
This renovation changed this little powder room into a perfect little gem. A delightful half bath that becomes the main bathroom for visitors to the house. Quartz columns, wood wall, limestone floor tile, floating vanity & a gorgeous natural stone sink were all used to give this bathroom a fresh new look.
To make a grand master ensuite, we used the space of a den that wasn't really being used anymore. By moving the bath to this location it allowed for his & hers vanities, a large freestanding tub & an enormous 2 person steam shower. The feature walls in the shower & behind the tub are treated with a large format textured porcelain tile & accentuated with LED accent lights.
New vanity, mirrors & dramatic lighting gave this ensuite a fresh new look. Some touches of luxury were used in this bathroom, an elegant mother of pearl tile, glass sinks, motorized cabinet & LED mirrors. Other than a small change to the 2nd sink location all fixtures stayed in the same locations. This small change though made this vanity much more functional for the home owners.
Small & dated kitchen gets a fresh start. Without changing the size of the kitchen we increased the functionality & storage space of this kitchen. We were also able to add some really unique & custom details. Details like textured cabinet doors, marble tile work & live edge wood on the walls & hood fan.
A main bathroom & ensuite renovation that prioritized luxurious details. Ensuite received the full treatment, heated towel bar, heated floors, quartz shower bench, 6 shower heads & gold accents. For a smaller bathroom it has all the amenities. I this bathroom design we weren't afraid of a little glitz.
As part of a whole home renovation, this kitchen design pulled out all the stops. We removed some walls & reconfigured the layout to create a grand kitchen fit for multiple cooks & entertaining. All topped off with fantastic hand blown glass pendants, stunning gold backsplash tile & top of the line appliances.
A well crafted rustic modern show home. Highlighted by a tv/fireplace wall that is the focal point of the open concept living area. The fireplace design used barnwood, tile & raw steel were used to create this sleek but warm feel.
Updating the kitchen design to match the wonderful character the rest of the house. Works like a modern kitchen but match the traditional style of the home. Removing a wall, adding a beam & adding a little cantilevered bump out really opened up the space allowing for a fresh layout tailored to the owners needs.
As part of a larger interior design project, this unfinished basement bathroom gets built out with a dramatic colour scheme. High contrast black & white fixtures/materials to start that are accented with pops of colour. Unique millwork details really set this bathroom off. Altered artwork on the cabinet doors, light up glass countertop & unique lighting details.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the whole home category. See the basement here & see the living room here.
Mid 60's bungalow gets facelift on both the exterior & interior. Removing a few load bearing walls & adding some space to the front entry gave this home a nice new open concept. The entire home was treated with a rustic modern aesthetic. The exceptional yard was highlighted by large windows that go to the floor. Exterior of the house was striped & given some fresh carefree finishes.
This basement was partially developed prior to the basement design. Client wanted a space for family & friends to gather. Bright & fresh colours are the back drop for this inviting space. Unique indirect lighting is carried the the whole basement, from the family room to the office/craft room to the fully equipped wet bar.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the whole home category. Bathroom can be seen here & the living room can be seen here.
This master bedroom & ensuite got a real luxurious upgrade. We kept the unique open concept layout but gave it some more modern touches. Item's like the old deck mount jetted tub was replaced with a sleek freestanding jet tub. Materials like mother of pearl & glass tiles were used as accents. LED tape lights are all around the tub & vanity. These light not only look good but are great night lights
A new feature wall & wonderful new furniture really takes this living room to new heights. Custom millwork panels, indirect lighting & glass accessories create a stunning display wall. Locally made furniture with bold fabrics were used to suit the room to a tee. Just fun, fresh & cheery colour scheme that is so inviting.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the whole home category. See the basement here & see the bathroom here.
The original master bedroom suite layout was grand but had inefficiencies that weren't fitting with the homeowners lifestyle. Overly large bedroom & poorly laid out bathroom were reconfigured to create a still spacious bedroom, luxurious ensuite & 2 marvellous dressing areas. Attention to detail & quality was at the for front on every piece. From motorized/illuminated cabinets to automated window coverings to exquisite furnishings & fixtures.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the bathroom category.
Tired old kitchen design gets a sleek modern upgrade with creative details. During this design build, smart material selection allowed for some really unique details to fit in the budget like LED channel lighting & a custom built mother of pearl hood fan. Partial removal of some non load bearing walls really opened up the space to feel much larger.
Old worn out bathroom gets the spa treatment. By using some space from the adjacent bedroom we were able to accommodate a custom tiled shower & tub deck. This allowed us to easily keep the window location. The window was replaced with an acrylic block window that you can open for both privacy & fresh air.
The client really wanted some more cabinets, a large island & a side by side full fridge & freezer in their kitchen design. Since the main floor had 2 living rooms we were able to redistribute the space so each room size was more suited to the client's needs. Removing the wall between the kitchen & living also provided the space for this extra long island.
Master bedroom & ensuite were starting to show their age but still had really good bones. In the bedroom we updated the headboard wall by simplifying it & adding a stunning leather tile. We also, added a custom made platform bed & new furniture. In the ensuite we kept the existing layout but put in all new tile, replaced the deck tub with a freestanding one & upgraded the shower. Rather than removing & replacing all the cabinetry, we just replaced the doors since the boxes were still in really good & in the correct locations.
Though this bathroom is small in size it has lots of luxuries. Since this was in a hi-rise condo & we didn't have permission to relocate plumbing fixtures we were challenged with the existing layout. With a subtle tweak to the tub & entry wall we were able to make the entrance more functional as well as beautiful. Luxuries like a jetted tub, heated floor & heated towel bar were also added. Heated towel bar over the toilet acts as the primary heat source in this bathroom now in place of the old electric baseboard heater. A unique floating vanity with glass counter & foil backed vessel sink really make a statement.
After water started coming in the old roof structure of the sunroom, the client decided to reconstruct this room & make it an ideal spot for both relaxing & entertaining. The hot tub & the concrete foundation were really the only things saved. We used a combination of mostly natural materials with modern design to achieve this look. Textured walnut panels flank the fireplace. Natural stone is above & below the fireplace with a quartz hearth. Sierra Stone was used on the floor around the wet areas & carpet in the sitting area for a combination of comfort & function. Whole project is topped off with a unique angled lighting detail on the ceiling.
A fairly typical Winnipeg home gets new open concept during this design build. This home had free span roof trusses so we were able to remove both walls that divided the space. New lacquered cabinets, quartz tops & tile. Hardwood was original with the exception of a few spot we patched in. To finish it off the dining table & chairs got refinished & recovered.
Dated main floor gets a rustic modern design. A combination of natural stone, weathered metals, warm woods & clean lines. Fireplace, range hood fan, dining chandelier & laundry countertop were all fabricated from raw steel & intentionally weathered. Wood with lots of character was used in the multiple places like the mantel, furniture & ceiling. On the ceiling it served another purpose other than decor, it also hid the drop down projector screen.
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Unfinished condo gets a clean modern design. Acrylic cabinet doors, quartz countertops, matte metal finishes & clean lines are used throughout the entire condo. Modern furniture & window coverings were selected for both their function & aesthetics.
During the basement design a major focus was the wet bar. A space for gatherings & entertaining was really important to the client. We orientated this wet bar in a semi-circle allowing friends to gather around. Sandstone wallpaper was used on the curved sections of the bar. Silver travertine on the back of the bar & on the stairwell. The design of the stair was important so it felt like you’re going to another level of the house rather than the “basement”.
This project won an MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the basement category.
This house originally had 2 sitting areas on the main floor. During the interior design process we proposed to move the kitchen to where the formal sitting area was. This change allowed for a larger dining room & kitchen with a much more open concept.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the kitchen category.
In this new home design, angular & clean lines are present throughout. To contrast this lots of the materials in this house have lots of character or show signs of distressing/weathering. For the exterior design, COR-TEN steel was used & allowed to rust. On the interior the hardwood floors are hand scraped & fireplace mantel & eating bar are raw steel that's been distressed.
Growing family starting was starting to out grow their smaller Winnipeg home. Rather than moving out of the area they decided to remodel & put on an addition. During this whole home design we prioritized a luxury kitchen & new master suite. Two things that were made possible by adding an addition.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation award in the whole home category.
During the interior design process we decided to eliminate the 2nd living room on this 70's split level home. By eliminating the 2nd living room we made room for much larger & modern kitchen design. We used a 2 sided fireplace with custom display shelving to separate the new & improved kitchen & dining room.
The goal of this kitchen design was to create a much more inviting & functional space for avid cooks. By removing the wall between the old den & kitchen we were able to move the kitchen & gain the needed space. As a bonus we were able to sneak in a small powder room down the hall. The ceiling detail in the kitchen was designed to both be aesthetically pleasing & to hide the new structural beam.
This home design consisted of the whole main floor. During the interior design process we decided to add a small addition. The addition was under 100 square feet but it made a huge impact on the size & function of both the kitchen & ensuite bathroom designs.
This project won an MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the whole home category.
On both the exterior design & interior design of this home we tried to make it warm & inviting. We used materials that were not only warmer in colour tone but had a nice texture & feel. Lots of these were natural materials, aiding in the comforting feeling. Along with the materials we used some more traditional & craftsman style detailing to achieve this look.
Client was ready to replace their old oak kitchen. With a few tweaks to the layout during the kitchen design process, it was possible to add a larger fridge & add a really unique hood fan feature wall without changing the foot print of the kitchen. The hood fan is clad in iridescent glass tile.
60's kitchen & dining room get a modern interior design upgrade. The wall that was between the kitchen & hallway was removed to create a more open concept. There was a post in the wall that we didn't want the expense of changing any structure so it was hidden in a custom walnut cover. The modern look is completed with custom raw steel hood fan, metal backsplash, open shelves & walnut furniture.
This project won an MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the kitchen category.
This modern basement design was in keeping with the rest of the home. A high contrast colour scheme with a pop of colour. The wine cellar design was the main component that everything else was built around. The same shelving style seamlessly goes from the cellar to the bar. Wine cellar is completely enclosed with glass so it can be seen & be part of the room.
The client came to us with the basic layout already in place but had lots of ideas. During the interior design process we helped them select & maintain consistent colour theme & architectural style throughout so each unique space flowed seamlessly. Every detail planned from the automated window coverings, lighted bar top, fibre optic sink, unique bedroom themes, ceiling details & luxury bathrooms.
This clean & modern basement design was inspired by the existing main floor. The basement was unfinished & the clients wanted a comfortable & fun space for entertaining. Bar shape started with the existing curved staircase. The bar back is a frosted plexiglass that is backlit with colour changing LED lights. This effect accentuated the curve. The curves then followed to the rest of the basement.
Home design done in the style of a modern farmhouse. We used a combination of traditional timber frame construction & modern building construction to create this home. Timber frame architectural details can be seen throughout the home & were the starting point for the whole colour & material scheme. Natural stones & warm woods with punches of colour in the decor was the palette for this home.
The colour scheme for this modern home was inspired by some original art work the client had. This led the design to be high contrast with punches of yellow. From white Carrera marble to dark metallic backsplash to dark hardwood floors to light carpet. All with a mix of dark & light modern furniture.
This bathroom was included as part of a larger addition design. When doing the garage addition it was decided to take advantage of space above the garage by adding a gym, lounge space & bathroom. The bathroom is outfitted with lots of luxurious details like a mother of pearl sink & shower that's comprised of 3 different types of glass tiles.
The shape & construction of the existing house was incredibly unique which inspired the shape & orientation of the cabinetry. Aside from the incredible detail in the craftsmanship, the kitchen design was also very hi-tech. All the cabinet drawers & lift doors are motorized so with a touch they open. Also, all the cabinets have LED lights inside that turn on automatically when opened.
An addition was added to this narrow split level house to create a perfect family room to watch to TV or sit by the fireplace. The addition also allowed for the kitchen to be opened up & have a large spacious island. To keep the traffic area around the dining room nice & spacious we did a custom built-in banquette seat.
This project won an MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the addition category.
The ultimate in luxury home design. The details & features are endless, from the 3 storey waterfall feature to the exquisite stone work to the sweeping barrel roof lines. 8000 square feet, 4 bedroom & 6 baths where every detail is finely built & designed.
In this kitchen design we wanted to create a large island with a cooktop. The clients vision was to be able to cook for their guests without being separated from the party. By reconfiguring the appliance locations & adding a window seat we were able to achieve this. The colour palette for this project is textured neutrals with punches of colour. Roasted ash wood cabinet, wire brushed hardwood floors & travertine backsplash are among the textured materials.
The client wanted to update the 2nd floor of their home to match the work on the main floor. The 2nd floor consisted mainly of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & a den. Aside from refreshing the look the client wanted to move the laundry from the basement to the 2nd floor to be closer to the bedrooms. Combining the den space with the kids bath we able to create a small laundry & an elegant bath with dual vanities.
The master suite was completely reorientated to create a much better flow & a larger ensuite with his/hers vanities, jetted tub & tiled shower. Bedroom bed, night stands, entertainement unit & headboard wall were custom made to be the functional & efficient while still matching the ensuite.
This project won an MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the bathroom category.
See the main floor renovation here.
This basement renovation was designed with a warm & natural feel. A combination of natural stone, wood & warm metals are present throughout the basement. This is all accented with some modern design details. Details like an ethanol fireplace, floating shelves, wood/glass barn door & tiled vanity top.
This project was a kitchen remodel & sunroom addition. To gain space in the kitchen we moved the dinette into the addition space. This allowed for a true galley style kitchen that flowed directly into a bright & relaxing sunroom. A banquette seat was used in the dinette to make for a more compact seating area & optimal traffic flow.
Kitchen & Sunroom materials were selected to compliment & coordinate with the existing without matching them. Roasted ash wood cabinet doors were used on the cabinets which has a similar stain colour to the existing & new furniture. Tile was used to breakup the hardwood floors & tie the sunroom & kitchen together.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the Addition category.
This project consisted of 3 unique bathroom designs & a modern fireplace update. Colourful main bathroom, spa-like ensuite & elegant powder room.
The main bath was all about fun. Bold wall colour & unique wall covering. Wood walls are artwork that was altered to suit the space like a wall tile. Rather than doing typical towel hooks or bars we used a natural twig coat rack. Large mirror & glass corner on the shower make the space feel larger than it actually is.
In the ensuite it was all about calm & relaxing. A Soft blue, white & chrome palette was used to achieve this spa feel. Multiple shower fixtures, rain head, hand shower & body sprays add to the luxury spa experience.
The powder room was meant to be a little gem. Didn’t do any major structural changes to this bath. Basically gave it a little face lift using some elegant plumbing fixtures & hardware. Starting with the unique glass sink & pedestal.
The fireplace started as a dated brick design & ended with updated slate tile & glass tile design. We found this unique portrait style fireplace unit that really gave the space a different feel & a true focal point.
This master bedroom design is completely custom. Since the client owned a cabinet shop, there was no holding back on the woodworking details. End tables, headboard, bed, entertainment unit & dresser are all custom built. The bedroom woodwork detailing was a continuation for the unique ensuite vanity design.
In addition to the bedroom & ensuite, we also designed the main bathroom. See the main bathroom here.
This tired old bathroom gets a new layout & luxurious materials & fixtures. The bathroom didn't get any bigger but by reconfiguring different aspects it felt a lot more grand. Tub, shower & vanity all changed places. The angled walk-in closet was straightened out & the toilet was turned to improve the layout.
We used a combination of a purple glass tile & a mother of pearl mosaic tile as the main material on the 2 main feature walls. Behind the tub we also used a metallic wallpaper. On the floors & in the shower a plain natural limestone was used as not to distract from the other materials.
Vanity wall has a combination of different lighting to be both beautiful & functional. Floating mirrors are backlit to be an accent light for the tile. Pendants flank the sinks to provide an even light on someone face when standing there. Additional pot lights are added above the sink for a little extra brightness.
We also designed the main bath in this house. See those photos here.
This award winning kitchen renovation consisted of removing a wall & adding on to an existing cantilever space. In order to accommodate all the kitchen appliance the old dining room bump out was extended. This allowed for much more spacious & functional open concept kitchen. Materials were mainly neutral but pops of colour were used in the fabrics & paint. Including some colour on the ceiling.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the Kitchen category.
This engineering office is located in an old church. When they needed some extra space they decided to develop this unfinished basement. In this office design we decided that we needed to make some of the old church structure an aesthetic feature. One item being the stone walls & the other being the curved beams. Though the beams had to be clad, they did dictate the shape of the space.
Tired old oak kitchen, powder room & fireplace gets a new modern design. Luxury materials like glass range hood, custom blended stone/glass mosaic tile & metallic luxury vinyl tile flooring. The clean lined cabinetry is topped with a simple pattern quartz with a subtle sparkle.
These details carried over to the living room by giving the old fireplace a facelift of tile & millwork. Custom desk was put in to replace the hand rail from the raised kitchen. Extra space in the living room was used for a wet bar that wrapped around the corner seamlessly into the coffee bar & pantries.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the Whole Home category.
The rooms in this 1980's home weren't working correctly for this family. To improve the function & aesthetic we moved the kitchen to where the dining room was & removed the wall. This created a nice open concept & much better flow between rooms.
The original layout of the main floor was very compartmentalized. When doing the interior design we decided relocating the kitchen, removing a wall & adding a cutout was the optimal way to open up this main floor. Not only did this make the spaces feel larger it made the function & flow better.
This project won a MHBA Renomark Renovation Award in the Whole Home category.
To achieve this kitchen design we removed a handful of walls & a set of stairs. By blowing out the walls between the small dining, tight kitchen & living room we were able to add this dream kitchen with large island with stainless eating bar. Reconfiguring the stairs made space for the new walk-in pantry. We also added some unique windows so natural light would fill the kitchen. The windows also helped inform the millwork design. Placing larger corner window where the view was better & higher windows just for extra light.
The goal in this kitchen design was to open it up & make it a great place cook. Old kitchen walls were removed & replaced with new cabinetry. Aesthetically the kitchen is driven by the distressed copper backsplash. The hand crafted copper spills out into other design elements on the main floor. To top it all off the kitchen is outfitted with top of the line appliances.
This modern kitchen design is accentuated by warm materials. Walnut floors, unique wood veneer cabinets & stone/glass mosaic tile. Sleek stainless fixtures & appliances were used.
This kitchen was made possible by adding 8 foot by 20 foot addition to the side of the house. This made the island & large dining area possible. There was an effort make this addition blend seamlessly with the existing.
The client wanted to add a little punch of colour to a home that was a little tired. Some new furniture & decor were added along with a more dramatic paint job throughout.
By stealing some space from the neighbouring bedroom closet, this tight & dated bathroom got a big renovation. Where the new slate tiled shower is was the old closet. The back wall of the shower was then outfitted with slate & iridescent glass mosaic tile. Other luxuries like tiled shower bench, heated towel bar, multiple shower heads & a floating vanity were also used.
A traditional kitchen design with modern amenities. The use of more traditional detailing is seen throughout. From the cabinet legs to the lighting to the custom wood hood fan. Slate & glass mosaic tile was used on the backsplash & cork on the floor. Modern appliances top everything off.
In this really small kitchen design we used every inch of space possible. Though the kitchen is small it packs a big punch with a bold red countertop, 2 toned bamboo cabinets & metal backsplash.