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A stunning five-bedroom semi-detached home across the street from a beautiful park was for rent. Through the miracle of video calling, Sarah was instantly able to see the house\u2019s potential. What immediately struck her was the character. All the original architectural details \u2014 substantial mouldings, soaring ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace \u2014 were still intact. But the space was tired, rickety and needed some work. And despite it being a rental, Sarah was so smitten with the house\u2019s stunning bones, she knew she could give this 100-year-old gem the love it deserved.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EThe first order of business was painting the orange and blue walls a crisp shade of white. 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The room\u2019s pretty pink colour scheme complements the exposed brick of the house\u2019s chimney.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/dc6f1cde3845bc00b3e123563675033db2c7aab2\/LaurenMiller-TorontoInteriorsPhotographer-SarahBirnieHome-HGTV-0293-edit.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022media-description\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EPhotography: Lauren Miller | Styling: Sarah Birnie\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother major job involved doing a cheap and cheerful kitchen renovation. Keeping the small room simple, Sarah incorporated flat-panel cabinetry, durable engineered quartz countertops, slate flooring and affordable stainless steel appliances. 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But that\u2019s exactly the type of lifestyle these homeowners envisioned when they came across this North Vancouver property two years ago. \u201cIt\u2019s on a quarter-acre lot in a part of town where there usually aren\u2019t parcels of this size,\u0022 says the homeowner.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EThe house itself, which was initially being constructed as a spec, was in the framing stage when the owners purchased it. They took over the design to create a stylish 4,800-square-foot home suitable for their active family, which includes three young children and two pets \u2013 not to mention six chickens.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EAlong with taking advantage of\u0026nbsp;the substantially sized lot, the homeowner wanted a personality-packed interior. This meant collaborating with designer Joanna Vagelatos of \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.jvdesigngroup.com\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EJV Design Group\u003C\/a\u003E, with whom she\u2019s worked several times before. With its high ceilings and abundance of natural light, this house presented an opportunity to try something different. \u201cJoanna and I felt like this space could support bolder elements,\u201d says the homeowner.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EWith this mandate, they began by fashioning a more traditional envelope with old-school architectural details \u2013 having such to-die-for oak herringbone flooring is a dream come true for the homeowner \u2013 and then injecting an eclectic modern mix to ensure interesting juxtapositions and edginess. Central to the aesthetic is an abundance of natural stone, including three types of marble. Defined by black-painted oak cabinetry and Nero Marquina marble contrasted with Calacatta, the kitchen exemplifies the daring new approach. \u201cIt\u2019s a powerhouse,\u201d says the homeowner.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/bathroom\/article\/a-refined-black-and-white-bathroom\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eblack and white\u003C\/a\u003E plays a big part in the scheme, the look is far from stark or harsh. Along with fresh furnishings, a mix of items collected over the years or passed down from family introduces a sense of history and soul. Incorporating highly considered accessories (notably the statement light fixtures) and a\u0026nbsp;few judicious pops of muted pink, \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/kitchen\/article\/a-parisian-bistro-inspired-kitchen\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ejewel-toned blue\u003C\/a\u003E and soft green goes a long way toward achieving an updated aesthetic.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u201cWith six chickens out back and a flower garden, it\u2019s like an urban farm,\u201d says the homeowner. \u201cAlthough it doesn\u2019t look like it \u2013 it looks a lot prettier.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/cb451acfe88b208331d1f67dc7fc2b49aa11e8fa\/living-on-the-edge-jan-feb-2019-living-room.gif\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the living room, a cast stone Louis XIII-style fireplace mantel, which was painted matte black, is juxtaposed with a plush sectional for an intriguing style contrast.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/612eb1d197ea30c7b86a5a67a440c5ad00519bac\/living-on-the-edge-jan-feb-2019-fireplace.gif\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u201cA lot of pieces we used were items from her last house, which I also designed,\u201d says Joanna, referencing the homeowner\u2019s iconic Wassily chairs. \u201cWhen you work with the same designer consistently, you\u2019re able to reuse stuff from pro\u00adject to project, because items are picked with versatility in mind. Changing the accents they go with creates a totally different look.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/e6bf9bd28e0a46233c64fa4df75e8e145ea6440c\/farmhouse-glam-dining.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe curvaceous pink velvet settee adds a hit of glamour and pretty colour to the dining area designed by Joanna Vagelatos.\u0026nbsp;The heavy look of the marble dining table is balanced by the lanky lightness of the chairs and Serge Mouille-style chandelier.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/eab89dea64759762651b8d8ac1eeba2b7f6b3232\/living-on-the-edge-jan-feb-2019-kitchen.gif\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECombining Nero Marquina marble and black-painted oak cabinetry turns the kitchen into a bold focal point. Incorporating white Calacatta marble, used on the island and kitchen table, lends contrast and enhances the space\u2019s jaw-dropping appeal.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/16fdba843ef29ed52b61d70320868be6998c14e6\/living-on-the-edge-jan-feb-2019-kitchen-details.gif\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOpening up the butler\u2019s pantry to the dining area improved the functionality of the home, which is made for entertaining. \u201cWe can accommodate 30 or\u0026nbsp;40 people in the house without a hiccup,\u201d says the homeowner. This space showcases the visual texture of the Nero Marquina marble, with its beautiful white veining, and is kitted out with enviable bells and whistles, including taps for\u0026nbsp;beer and kombucha.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/3691603fcd641866b75826090e2facbe5d973cfe\/living-on-the-edge-jan-feb-2019-kicthen-details-2.gif\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe pendant lights, which get their organic shapes from liquid glass blown into heat-resistant ceramic fabric, add an ethereal effect.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/6506e848461a44ded896dc9d4447d387640a1e83\/farmhouse-office.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDark wainscotting gives the office a formal masculine vibe, while a desk made out of reclaimed barnboard and locally handcrafted steel legs looks rustic and tells a story. \u201cMy husband went to college in Illinois, and that wood came from\u0026nbsp;a derelict old barn there,\u201d says the homeowner. \u201cWe brought it home and turned it into a desk. There\u2019s a spot on it where a cow had gnawed.\u201d The blue and brass chair adds an unexpected hit of glam.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/12598754ac71f9492fddb2822ef971c5f8e65556\/farmhouse-audrey.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EArtwork depicting an inked Audrey Hepburn sets the tone for the home\u2019s contrasts. 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It was being built as a spec project by Calgary home builder Mission Homes and was halfway finished when fate worked its magic. Having collaborated with the company before, Tom was familiar with its high-quality work and wanted Mission Homes to build a new house for him and his two teen-aged kids, Grace, 17, and Cole, 14. \u201cI came here to meet the builder about it, looked around and Tom decided then and there to buy this one.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EEven though the 4,000-square-foot house wasn\u2019t complete, Tom liked what he saw. The space boasted attributes that went beyond spec house expectations thanks, in part, to designer Nam\u0026nbsp;Dang-Mitchell, who had been working with the builder on the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/decorating-design\/trends\/article\/7-easy-ways-to-add-decorative-interior-finishes-to-your-home\u0022\u003Ebasic finishes\u003C\/a\u003E \u2013 so Tom hired her to fill in the rest. \u201cIt\u2019s nice to take a project from beginning to end,\u201d says Nam.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u201cI wanted a family home that is tasteful and elegant but not ostentatious,\u201d says Tom, who envisioned a robust mix of \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/house-tours\/article\/an-industrial-style-toronto-home-is-given-the-california-treatment\u0022\u003Eindustrial and\u0026nbsp;traditional\u003C\/a\u003E styles with relaxed family living at its heart. \u201cI wanted a space that could serve as both a spot for my kids to hang with friends and somewhere I could host business associates.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EThe casual \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/bedroom\/article\/a-cool-bedroom-makeover-that-mixes-masculine-and-feminine-elements\u0022\u003Emasculine\u003C\/a\u003E vibe Nam created suits this anti-precious practicality. In her signature sophisticated neutral palette, Nam produced a cozy character-filled backdrop with architectural details, textural wallcoverings and rich soothing colours. White oak makes\u0026nbsp;a frequent appearance in the house. \u201cI\u2019m in love with the flooring,\u201d says Nam. \u201cIt\u2019s wide plank with a natural-looking matte finish, and I just love how authentic, organic and casual it is. It counteracts the formality of the mouldings.\u201d White oak continues in other elements, such as the kitchen island and the ceiling beams, as well as select built-ins, cabinetry and glass-panelled pocket doors throughout the home, all offering the same light and relaxed effect.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EAlong with incorporating a chic mix of clean-lined \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/decorating-design\/design\/mediagallery\/15-mid-century-modern-rooms-we-love\u0022\u003Emid-century\u003C\/a\u003E, contemporary, traditional and transitional pieces, Nam pushed Tom to embrace some edge with whimsical winks, such as the sculptural Kelly Wearstler light fixture in the entryway and the spiky coffee table in the living room \u2013 but he was all for adorning the dining area with the bold Popeye pop art (which he already owned). Details like this keep the sophisticated house fresh and unfussy \u2013 and family friendly. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EThe living room (and its adjacent study) is one of everyone\u2019s favourite areas. \u201cI\u2019m in here all the time,\u201d says Tom. \u201cI start every day in here with a coffee and emails. Then at night, I\u2019m here again, either working \u0026nbsp;or reading.\u201d Cole and Grace also like to sit by the fire with their tablets, and their three-year-old Labradoodle, Tucker, lies on the sofa in front of the window to keep watch. It\u2019s the kind of family living that feels plucked from the pages of a storybook...but a modern one with a little edge. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/10b13b7199da80873f3bc7e98aaa7834f9e201ff\/Modern-Family-October-2018-kitchen.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/6235cc3703544ae1fde966e6ef3aefecca37487b\/Modern-Family-October-2018-kitchen-details.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EClassic elements like marble and recess-panelled cabinetry keep the kitchen of this Calgary house timeless, while factory-style pendant lights and open shelves add industrial charm.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/9ca19517a731ca3a0b01db0eb80260a3909c8cc9\/Modern-Family-October-2018-dining.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EA panelled wall treatment lends classic style to the dining room, while the artwork adds personality. \u201cI love the contrast between the Popeye painting and the formality of the wall it sits on,\u201d says designer Nam Dang-Mitchell.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/680e08d6f2303d34d9796923bab725a127b649a4\/Modern-Family-October-2018-living-room.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EA wood-burning fireplace makes the living room Tom\u2019s favourite place\u0026nbsp;in the house when the weather gets colder. \u201cEveryone hangs out\u0026nbsp;in here,\u201d he says. The reclaimed Douglas fir coffee table is a total conversation piece.\u0026nbsp;\u201cI love it,\u201d says Nam. \u201cIts pale wood tone is carried throughout the house, and its spiky legs lend\u0026nbsp;a primal earthy quality.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;It keeps things casual\u0026nbsp;but also interesting.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/928a01c159219fe865e7e7a5f22edca232e3f8f8\/Modern-Family-October-2018-side-by-side.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EThe entryway showcases soft industrial edge with pieces like the cast iron console table and spiky Kelly Wearstler aged-iron light fixture. An antique gilded mirror adds old-world interest that juxtaposes the modern elements.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EWilliam Birch-style armchairs make for an ultra-inviting reading nook. Set on casters, they can be easily moved around to accommodate different seating compositions. Homeowner Tom Simons\u2019s office is just beyond the doorway, allowing him to be close to his kids when he\u2019s working and they\u2019re hanging out.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/01d1659d0bfa438860675246805b99e11a7c0a2a\/Modern-Family-October-2018-bedroom.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EAspects like the upholstered bed, dark grasscloth wallpaper and textural woven bench give the master bedroom a super-cozy vibe. \u201cIt feels\u0026nbsp;like a hotel suite,\u201d says Tom.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/83255ba65bbb96c6a93ded0b3ca3122fde2df757\/Modern-Family-October-2018-bathroom.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EThe free-standing cast iron tub with a \u0026nbsp;riveted stainless steel skirt is the star of the master bathroom. 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children, aged six, eight and 10, were living overseas in London when they purchased this stunning 4,000-square-foot Edwardian-style house in an established midtown \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/house-tours\/article\/a-toronto-home-with-an-expert-pairing-of-art-and-mid-century-modern-accents\u0022\u003EToronto\u003C\/a\u003E neighbourhood. \u201cWhen this house came on the market, we bought it knowing\u0026nbsp;that we wanted to move back to Toronto\u0026nbsp;at some point,\u201d she says. \u201cWe just didn\u2019t know exactly when.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EBuilt in 1929, the home was architecturally stunning and teeming with potential, but renovations over the years had left it \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/interiors\/small-spaces\/article\/a-once-dark-and-dated-condo-is-revamped-to-reflect-its-owners-passion-for-art-and-travel\u0022\u003Edark, dowdy and dated\u003C\/a\u003E. So after renting it out for a year and a half, the couple decided to spruce it up before moving in. This meant imbuing its traditional envelope with the contemporary aesthetic they love. \u201cWe were inspired by London, where beautiful old buildings are updated with modern elements to amazing effect,\u201d says the owner.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EThey enlisted Ryan Martin and Amy Kent of \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/cromadesign.com\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ECroma Design\u003C\/a\u003E in 2013 \u2013 at first collaborating via late-night phone calls from across the pond \u2013 to strike the perfect juxtaposition of old and new in a space suitable for their busy young family. Top priorities included brightening the interior, enhancing flow and making it feel more connected to the exterior.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EKey to effecting the desired changes was putting on an addition at the back of the home. \u201cThe old garage that was there blocked the view\u0026nbsp;of the beautiful back \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/outdoor-living\/backyardsgardens\/article\/three-pretty-gardens-you-ll-want-to-recreate-in-your-own-backyard\u0022\u003Egarden\u003C\/a\u003E,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cSo replacing it\u0026nbsp;with a family room that includes a wall of windows and sliding doors helped bring the outdoors in.\u201d In addition, it flooded the space with light and allowed for a large open-concept kitchen.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the rest of the house, original architectural elements like wainscotting, hardwood flooring, leaded glass windows and a stone fireplace were restored to underscore the home\u2019s character and charm. \u201cThen we struck a balance by bringing in furnishings that have a\u0026nbsp;bit more of a modern look\u0026nbsp;but still work with those historic lines,\u201d says Ryan. The\u0026nbsp;resulting vibe is sophisticated yet comfortable, clean-lined yet warm.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EPainting the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.styleathome.com\/decorating-design\/colour\/mediagallery\/our-favourite-white-spaces-homes-enveloped-in-white\u0022\u003Eenvelope a crisp white\u003C\/a\u003E offered a bright backdrop for a cohesive mix of neutral elements with hits of warm brass and cool blues. \u201cBlue is a favourite colour for both of the owners,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cWe didn\u2019t want this to come across as a blue house, so we injected small doses of the hue here and there.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EAfter returning to Canada and moving into the house four years ago, the owners continued making it their own, keeping family life top of mind. \u201cWe don\u2019t have white sofas, and we don\u2019t have upholstered dining room chairs,\u201d says one of them. \u201cWe didn\u2019t want precious spaces that were off limits to kids. We wanted to use all of our rooms, and use them all the time.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EBut, of course, even in the most attractive home, there is always an adjustment period. \u201cWe moved from\u0026nbsp;a tiny, tiny, tiny flat in London,\u201d says\u0026nbsp;one of the homeowners. \u201cAt first, I think my kids didn\u2019t know what to do with themselves in all this space!\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003EBefore\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/92f0c73cd2408968fc59ee9a74845a415409e701\/home-bound-october-2018-living-room-before.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EDominated by stained wood panelling, the dining room was dark and uninviting.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EAfter\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/becac316d61b34ef02d26af963649024be36f0b7\/home-bound-october-2018-dining.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003E\u201cI was hesitant to choose upholstered dining chairs,\u201d says one of the homeowners, who found great caned bentwood alternatives. She did indulge her love of marble here: \u201cWe weren\u2019t brave enough\u0026nbsp;to do marble kitchen counters, but this tabletop felt less risky.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/a7933f64fd17e715c26f874e79ca797460427c9a\/home-bound-october-2018-living-room.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EMouldings accentuate the living room\u2019s original Tudor Revival-style stone fireplace, while leaded glass windows (which the previous owners had drywalled over) lend charm. Sleek furniture tempers historical elements for a current look.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003EBefore\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/b947a0689cc4e818d1c0398a581a498f5e6fa1c5\/home-bound-october-2018-kitchen-before.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EPlentiful yet dysfunctional cabinetry gave the kitchen a closed-in feel.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003EAfter\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/644d979a8dc37aaa750f3b90975ac91ec82207ac\/home-bound-october-2018-kitchen.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EThe new addition allowed designers Ryan Martin and Amy Kent to expand and reconfigure the kitchen. \u201cThe owners were torn between wood and white cabinetry, so we included both,\u201d says Ryan of the mixed stained oak and lacquered cabinets, which boast integrated recessed pulls for a clean look.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/e37e5b394b84ab83a2d2ef838cb911302a80d4e0\/home-bound-october-2018-entry.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EWith the old vestibule enclosure removed, the front entry feels airy. Contemporary pieces, such as the console, let the historic architecture shine.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/bd27f83081b28777439a03307add7963d5c26511\/home-bound-october-2018-living.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EIn the new addition, a wall of\u0026nbsp;windows and glass doors offers the family room sunlight and backyard access. The inviting neutral scheme gets a comfy boost from heated porcelain floor tiles layered with a rug.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003EBefore\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/edd74ac8aa459271518b2abe7ffc2efc8990d06b\/home-bound-october-2018-before-bedroom.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EIn a different part of the house, the old\u0026nbsp;master bedroom felt cramped.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EAfter\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/443da6218e49e673e02d88cd4191e57d19cbb783\/home-bound-october-2018-bedroom.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EA muted palette of creams, \u0026nbsp;pale greys and icy blues gives the master bedroom a serene ambience, enhanced by the wallcovering. \u201cThe wallpaper brings in all of the room\u2019s colours in a soft way,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cIt almost has \u0026nbsp;a watercolour effect.\u201d\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/ac306f168c220d0e8d3e1bf128d3c678fd248ae3\/home-bound-october-2018-side-by-side.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EDefined by eye-catching wainscotting, the spacious hallway leading to the master suite is as grand as the room itself.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EAt the other end of the master, a pair of oversized armchairs is cozy\u0026nbsp;and convenient. \u201cThis is a really great area for everyone in this young family to curl up and read books together, or for the parents to just relax and enjoy a coffee and the newspaper,\u201d says Ryan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/66d4c387608a496d95f0dbd42615978ae5f030bd\/home-bound-october-2018-bathroom.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EA built-in ledge next to the master ensuite\u2019s soaker tub is a spot to place anything from toiletries to a glass of wine. 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But I didn\u2019t want to have a place that was schlumpy or dumpy. I wanted something classic and chic yet extremely comfortable.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen working with clients, the Formwerks team prides itself on truly listening to the homeowners\u2019 wants and needs. So when it came to designing Jim\u2019s own\u0026nbsp;cottage, which he shares with his wife, Jenna, their five grown children and their beloved Yorkshire terrier, Chloe, he was cognizant of listening to himself. \u201cI had to project myself onto a screen, so to speak,\u201d Jim says. What he saw was inspiration from the past, present and future: spending childhood days at his parents\u2019 cottage in Ontario; enjoying time with his Keats Island neighbours (when this lot came on the market, he was specially invited to join the close-knit enclave of six properties); and creating a place for hosting business get-togethers, as well as relaxing with a good book. \u201cIf you compile notions of past experiences and future desires, you get a backdrop you can respond to,\u201d he says.\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s a creative process that, after six months of construction, resulted in a modern 1,200-square-foot structure that\u2019s striking \u2013 obviously the home of an architect \u2013 but simple and not overbearing. \u201cI didn\u2019t want it to be an example of cold austere modern architecture. It had to have warmth and comfort built into it,\u201d he says.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/f6bb97dc976987b94488e0521aac06f04dab6030\/072-SAH-08-1.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EThe living area of this escape features interesting architectural elements like shiplap-clad walls, exposed ceiling beams and salvaged windows and doors (some about 100 years old).\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/41bdab1ae425bc8c21009e75924934ec72355023\/073-SAH-08-2.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003EIn the dining area, slip-covered chairs and a casual tablecloth make for stress-free meals because spills can be easily cleaned up. \u201cWe wanted this place to feel comfortable for anyone who visits,\u201d says interior designer Jack Brown. \u201cWe didn\u2019t want anything to feel too precious.\u201d\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-img\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022null\u0022 src=\u0022http:\/\/storage-cube.quebecormedia.com\/v1\/sah_prod\/style_at_home\/3ea76fb15cff8046627d9ea4dfec666917286294\/077-SAH-08-3.jpg\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022desc\u0022\u003ESalvaged leaded glass windows used as cabinet fronts lend the kitchen distinctive interest and old-time character. \u201cMy contractor said, \u2018I\u2019ve got these old windows lying around, if you want to use them for your cabinets,\u2019\u201d explains\u0026nbsp;Jim. \u201cThey happened to be this buttery yellowy colour and I kept them that way to offset the stark white and the teal.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdi(...)