Greg Premru
ボストンにある広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

This beautiful North Vancouver home belongs to a nature-loving and health-conscious couple, Emma and Vince (names changed), their two young children, and their dog, Jasper. When they contacted us about renovating and furnishing their kitchen and family room, we walked in and saw a world of potential waiting to be uncovered. Before: Larkhall Crescent Home: Like many original North Vancouver homes, the interior was definitely dated. We encountered late ‘80s finishes in powder pink and teal green, old carpet, and a kitchen that wasn’t maximized to suit this family’s modern-day lifestyle. However, the size of the rooms offered us a ton of space with which to get creative. Knowing our clients’ love of cooking, need for work spaces (Emma and Vince both work remotely), and growing family, we developed a design concept that would increase usable space, optimize storage, and create intimacy in this large area. As for the style, we were inspired by their European roots, inventing a new and modern take on “Belgian Farmhouse” style. Now, the home is truly one-of-a-kind. After: Warm & Cozy Family Room: Fresh, bright, and comfortable, this living area has been transformed! We started with the fireplace as a focal point, selecting aged brick tiles for added texture and a crisp wood mantle. The taupe-coloured sectional infuses the room with visual warmth and serves the added purpose of separating the family room from the kitchen. Emma and Vince were also keen on using non-toxic materials in their home, and we were happy to oblige. To meet their needs, we sourced natural wood elements and sought out Canadian-made products - that adhere to high health standards - whenever possible. Look closer at the elements of this space, and you will find this stunning, honeycomb-patterned rug in earthy gold, beige, and charcoal tones. It’s plush to the touch and full of visual texture that brings this room’s colour palette together. We sourced these two-tone chairs with caning, petrified wood side table, black sconces, and botanical prints in greyscale from local artist, Heather Johnston. We topped off the space with this dark wood and rattan console that offers storage facing the kitchen and presents an opportunity to display cherished items. The result is a cozy lounging space brimming with comfort and functionality. It’s perfect for enjoying quality family time, or Emma can simply slide the coffee table away to make room for her morning yoga practice. Now, let’s turn around and give some attention to the kitchen. Do you remember what the original kitchen looked like? If not, scroll back up, because the transformation is shocking… Moody & Welcoming Kitchen for Healthy Living: This kitchen looks very different from how it started, right? Though we didn’t touch any walls, the kitchen has almost doubled in usable space! We created a long, extended island with storage, an outlet for small appliances, and seating for comfortable prep, after-school snacking, or mingling among friends. On the other side of the island, the family has even more storage and an integrated dishwasher within easy reach of the sink, perfect for quick clean-up. From this angle, you can also see the expansive custom Shaker cabinetry in white and the integrated double ovens. These facilitate their cooking experience and gave us the opportunity to add an additional surprise… A coffee garage station and more hidden storage! Keeping these items located along the perimeter allows them to be accessed by the family or their guests without someone getting under the cook’s feet. These are the little details that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. Moving deeper into the kitchen, the seamless induction cooktop topped with a freestanding concealed hood fan commands attention in a soft yet prominent way. The natural wood accent mirrors the fireplace mantle, and the choice of off-black wood-grain cabinets not only continues our black-and-white colour palette but adds a sense of depth and contrast. The corner sink is located to the right and perfectly positioned with a view of their thriving backyard. To invite more of this family’s character into the space, we mixed metals for interest — matte black, dark pewter, and warm brass — and created open shelves in white oak for their plants and decor. You can also glimpse the tumbled edge of the backsplash tile, which echoes the rustic brick of the fireplace. It adds that farmhouse charm while still feeling timeless and sophisticated. Last but not least, we designed this dining banquette in the bay window (with integrated bench storage, of course), where the family can share a meal together, the kids can do homework, or Emma and Vince can work and enjoy a change of scenery from their offices. Like the other spaces in the home, it was designed to be beautiful, multi-functional, and long-lasting. Praise from Our Clients: It is clear that we love this home, but what did our clients have to say? “Lori is a visionary and masters execution to the finest detail all at the same time. When she first met us to know more about who we are and how we live, she could right away envision how we could use the space in our kitchen and living room…The results exceeded our expectations. Lori and her team were also a delight to work with — coordination with all the trades, fast problem-solving, regular updates, professional and friendly attitude of her entire team — made it the dream team. Thank you SHD for making our space so beautiful!” In turn, we are so grateful for this family’s trust, their open communication, and for being wonderful people with whom to work. (So, thank you!)

アトランタにある小さなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビングロフト (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床、パネル壁) の写真

Stunning living room with vaulted ceiling adorned with pine beams. Hardscraped rift and quarter sawn white oak floors. Two-sided stained white brick fireplace with limestone hearth. Beautiful built-in custom cabinets by Ayr Cabinet Company. General contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architecture by Helman Sechrist Architecture; Home Design by Maple & White Design; Photography by Marie Kinney Photography. Images are the property of Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. and may not be used without written permission. — with Hoosier Hardwood Floors, Quality Window & Door, Inc., JCS Fireplace, Inc. and J&N Stone, Inc..

Crisp white walls and exposed stain ceiling beams
オレンジカウンティにあるお手頃価格の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、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

ロンドンにあるエクレクティック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、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

ニューオリンズにあるトランジショナル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、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

オースティンにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、レンガの暖炉まわり、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

Amy Bartlam
ロサンゼルスにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

Rhiannon Slatter
メルボルンにあるお手頃価格の小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (無垢フローリング、両方向型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、茶色い床、白い壁、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

アトランタにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、横長型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

Open Concept living room with original fireplace and tongue and groove ceilings. New Epoxy floors.
他の地域にあるミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、グレーの床) の写真

They say the magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave and even better to come back and that is exactly what this family wanted to create when they purchased their Bondi home and prepared to renovate. Like Marilyn Monroe, this 1920’s Californian-style bungalow was born with the bone structure to be a great beauty. From the outset, it was important the design reflect their personal journey as individuals along with celebrating their journey as a family. Using a limited colour palette of white walls and black floors, a minimalist canvas was created to tell their story. Sentimental accents captured from holiday photographs, cherished books, artwork and various pieces collected over the years from their travels added the layers and dimension to the home. Architrave sides in the hallway and cutout reveals were painted in high-gloss black adding contrast and depth to the space. Bathroom renovations followed the black a white theme incorporating black marble with white vein accents and exotic greenery was used throughout the home – both inside and out, adding a lushness reminiscent of time spent in the tropics. Like this family, this home has grown with a 3rd stage now in production - watch this space for more... Martine Payne & Deen Hameed

ナッシュビルにある広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

アトランタにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風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、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

Open concept living room, dining room and kitchen remodel. White brick fireplace pairs perfect with sectional sofa and two chairs for easy entertaining. Living space opens to dining room and kitchen allow for everyone to see each other throughout the space.

Beautiful handmade alcove cabinetry. With plenty of storage and featuring in-frame raised panel doors, Solid oak full stave worktops and matching chunky oak veneer floating shelves. Cabinetry finished in F&B Cinder Rose Matt. Sprayfinished

英国ESSE社の薪ストーブ。 和モダンの雰囲気に合わせ、周囲をグレーのタイルで統一。炎のある豊かな暮らしを実現。
神戸にある高級な中くらいなおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、コーナー設置型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、グレーの床、クロスの天井、塗装板張りの壁、白い天井) の写真

Music Room!!!
ナッシュビルにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床、三角天井、表し梁) の写真