This penthouse condo in Raven Woods is home to an adventurous, nature-loving couple. With their children grown and starting families of their own, Jeremy and Cynthia (names changed) chose to downsize their livable space and “upsize” in quality and luxury. The couple hired us to help them achieve several well-defined goals: feeling immersed and connected to nature, having warm and welcoming spaces to host their family and friends, and selecting pieces that would support local makers and artisans. (If you know me, you know that nature, connection, and community are some of my most important values, personally and professionally — the perfect fit!) Using our comprehensive design process, we spent months designing, procuring, and installing their new, long-time home. The resulting spaces are breathtaking, creating a daily living experience that is full of serenity and bliss. Welcoming & Bright Home with Forest Views: Ahhh… can you imagine coming home to a space as bright and soothing as this one? To find inspiration for this home’s interiors, we needed to look no further than out the windows, where mountain views greet us to the north and the ocean beckons from the south. Paying homage to their locale, we curated a colour palette of subtle blues and grays, warm-toned woods, and natural materials, all set against a crisp, white backdrop. These help us create a seamless visual transition between the interior and exterior. Let’s start our tour in the living area… A Cozy Living Area with Warmth & Dimension: In the living area, the fireplace was the starting point for the design, as it determined the size of the space and the scale of our furnishings. To keep this area feeling cozy but not crowded, we selected this soft ottoman to serve as a table surface with a tray or as additional seating when Jeremy and Cynthia host guests. (Multi-purpose items are one of the 5 elements of The Simple Home.) Additional textures — the sofa, upholstered swivel chairs, pillows, and ceramic wall art reminiscent of sand dollars — offer further depth and dimension in this simple yet layered space. The result is a cozy living room area perfect for a relaxing read on an overcast day or a social evening by the fire. While daunting at first, this home’s small and open footprint offered a special opportunity for us to design thoughtful “zones”. To create a defined living space, we used an area rug to establish a border and situated the larger seating (the sofa) on the right. Its visual weight serves as a grounding barrier that naturally separates the living and dining areas. Overhead, the centrally located brass and glass chandelier serves as another focal point, making the entire living area feel like one unit. Last but not least… Styled with tall decorative lamps, this light oak and rattan console sits just behind the sofa, creating an additional visual barrier between the living and dining areas. We styled it with accessories that complement the overall palette, and it has the added benefit of providing storage right where Jeremy and Cynthia need it, the dining area. An Art-Infused Dining Area: The dining area is warm, woodsy, and filled with locally sourced art that Jeremy and Cynthia love. Next to the console is a custom textile piece from Vancouver artist, With Strings Attached, that mimics the scenic, mountain backdrop. The blue hues of the piece work in harmony with the warm wood dining table, cool gray upholstered chairs, and neutral stools at the kitchen bar. On the other side of the space, is Jeremy’s and Cynthia’s favourite piece, a commissioned work of art by local maker, Katie Napier. Carefully positioned in a central location and framed by two modern sconces, this piece captures the feel of gentle waters on a misty day and evokes calm. Other curated pieces include this rectangular vessel centrepiece by sculptural artist, Martha Sturdy, bearing a stunning moss arrangement by Soul Roots Moss Art. As this couple can attest, a treasured memento or piece of art can transform your space and your mood, transporting you to a relaxed and peaceful state. A Bedroom Full of Light & Texture: This beautiful bedroom is another manifestation of Jeremy and Cynthia’s favourite experiences: hiking the rainforest trails and enjoying the spray of the sea. The blue-and-green branching pattern found in the window treatments and pillows ground the space, while bright turquoise lamps — akin to sea glass — infuse the room with a touch of coastal vibrance. Similar to the living area, we added comfort through texture and warm tones, incorporating oak end tables, natural woven wall decor above the headboard, knitted ottomans at the foot of the bed, a textured duvet, and an extra plush area rug. A Loft Inspired by Flora & Fauna: For the loft space, we moved away from coastal elements and decided to ground the space in the more earthy elements of nature: flora and fauna. We selected an umber-hued sofa complemented by floral decorative pillows and walls adorned with botanical prints by Heather Johnston. This multi-purpose space serves as a reprieve for our clients to read, practice yoga, and relax. Alternatively, a Frame TV intentionally meant to blend as art allows the space to function as a secondary entertainment space or a place for their granddaughter to play and sleep over. Praise from Our Clients: This home’s small footprint pushed us to be more resourceful in our furniture sourcing and more creative in our space planning. The result is a home as livable, beautiful, and intentional as any larger home would be. Most importantly, Jeremy and Cynthia love it! “Lori listened to our love of nature and designed our condo reflecting that love. It is beautiful, serene, and welcoming. We couldn't be happier.” If you’re ready to uncover the hidden potential in your home, that is what we do best. Contact us here or download our complimentary guide below to discover more.

Architectural advisement, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the feature in Domino Magazine

メルボルンにある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床、折り上げ天井、パネル壁) の写真

他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床、三角天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

The living area in this condo is one large open space, so we broke it up into three seating areas to make it feel more inviting and relaxing.
ロサンゼルスにある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、カーペット敷き、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

These arched custom build-ins are a statement.
サンディエゴにある高級な巨大なビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、トラバーチンの床、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床、三角天井) の写真

サンディエゴにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

マイアミにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、標準型暖炉、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床、トラバーチンの床、漆喰の暖炉まわり) の写真

ブリスベンにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな応接間 (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

Martin Vecchio Photography
デトロイトにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

マイアミにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、横長型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

チャールストンにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (青い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

WH Earle Photography
シアトルにあるラグジュアリーな広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (青い壁、カーペット敷き、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

コーンウォールにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、カーペット敷き、薪ストーブ、漆喰の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

When decorating consoles or bookshelves I like to position items of similar style together. This draws the eye to each group of items, one at a time, instead of creating a sense of clutter.

チャールストンにある巨大なビーチスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床、表し梁) の写真

fresh paint, new vinyl floors. Painted stair railing white, door grey and new carpet going up. Slipcover sofa and chairs from Wayfair.
オレンジカウンティにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、クッションフロア、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

Tomaro Design Group
ロサンゼルスにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、横長型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真