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Kitsilano home gets a facelift from Novell Design Build A home from 1928 is renovated from top to bottom to fit the needs of a homeowner with plans to have a family and bring the old home up to date. By Kerry Vital Old World style and thoughtful details combine in a seriously gorgeous home in Kitsilano, completely renovated by Novell Design Build. “We are so excited about this house,” says Laurel James, director and principal designer at Novell Design Build. “It truly was crafted; there’s something in every room and it really suits the homeowner. Everywhere you look there’s a surprise.” The owner purchased the home, originally built in 1928, with the intention to renovate it. “Multiple renovations over the years compromised the original character of the home,” James says. “The entire house has been re-planned and the roof lifted to accommodate a growing family.” Lifting the roof changed the top floor attic from a space with no head room to a full upper level with room for sleeping and relaxing. “We had a strict limit to the amount of square footage we could add to the house, yet we desperately wanted to create a usable upper level,” James says. “We exceeded the code require-
ments for thermal ratings on the exterior walls in the lower level, earning a space credit that we dispersed upstairs, along with lifting our mechanical room up into the attic crawl space where it was excluded from our square footage, and maximizing space exemptions for storage and head room clearance on the stairs. All of this allowed us to scrape together enough room for two bedrooms, one with a seating area and desk, a bathroom, laundry and storage upstairs.” Other highlights include 12-foot ceilings in the kitchen, designer lighting pieces and a custom cast fireplace in the den. “The powder room is articulated with a dramatic display of calacutta (marble) hex tiles, offset with an antique vanity, restored lighting fixtures and un-lacquered brass fittings throughout,” says James. “It’s really dramatic.” The renovations incorporate the homeowner’s art and antique collection, which was an important feature for him. “An Old World feel, eclectic mix of classic styles and thoughtful detailing bring character and lift back to this early century home,” James says. Another stunning feature of the home is the capability for indoor and outdoor living. “A massive folding operable wall as wide as the kitchen facilitates a true connection to the outdoors,” James says. This allows the homeowner to live and dine inside or outside. One of the little surprises that James is so excited about is the drawers beneath the stairs that
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Crafting and sculpting an old home into something fit for a growing family “ from page.15 allow for more storage and add some interest. “The closets in the bedroom were really inspired,” James says. “We were able to turn his thoughts into reality with unique closets with French doors on the front. It’s really the right feel for the home, and creates visual interest with Hampton-esque closet built-ins.” As with the square footage considerations, renovating this older home was not without its challenges. “Bringing the structure and energy performance of a 1928 house up to, and beyond, current codes was a challenge,” says James. “We managed to do it with thoughtful restructuring strategies that both allowed us to keep the original foundations and facilitate an open floor plan – along with using new technologies in spray foam insulation and air tightness. To do this, we had to carefully manage the budget together with the owner to allow for these upgrades to the infrastructure; what you don’t see behind the walls.” The renovations took just under a year, but the homeowner is extremely happy with the finished product. “He is so thrilled with the home and how it turned out,” James says. “Any renovation of this scope is a big risk; you have to trust the people you work with. He’s thankful he took those risks.” For more information about Novell Design Build and their projects, visit www.novelldesignbuild.com or call 604-876-0339 for an appointment at their office at 3031177 West Broadway in Vancouver. They can also be found on Twitter at @novelldb.
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Controlling the chaos of home technology Organizing all your media technology prevents clutter and ensures everything works as it’s supposed to. By Kerry Vital No one likes a cluttered home. That’s particularly true when it comes to technology. “It’s no longer necessary to have a stack of components beside your TV,” says Lee Rente of Encore Security and Automation, citing examples of components as DVD players, gaming systems, media servers such as an AppleTV, or a digital cable box. “A racking system will allow you to keep everything organized in one space and allow you to access multiple sources from each TV in your home.” In order to facilitate this, it is recommended to include some degree of home automation, as it will streamline the process and ensure everything works as it should. “A home automation system will be able to tell when something is doing what it’s supposed to do, while a plain remote that you get with your TV won’t have that functionality,” Rente says. “With the advent of streaming media, most people will never have to access their components.” However, he recommends using a racking system that will give you access to the back of said system if necessary, to ease in troubleshooting. Most racking systems are modular and include shelving to place your DVD players and other assorted components, as well as built-in wire management to keep every
cord neat and secure. Many racks will also have built-in fans to keep the components cool, which will ensure a longer lifespan for your technology, and surge protectors to prevent damage from power surges. “You can also get accessories such as glass doors to make it fit in better with your existing decor, instead of only purely functional,” says Rente. Media racks can be placed nearly anywhere. “Don’t be afraid to relocate your systems to nearby closets to achieve that clean look of just having a TV on the wall,” Rente says. Another option is in a media room itself through built-in cabinetry. One advantage of centralizing your technology is that a single rack can be used for multiple rooms and multiple televisions. “You can purchase a device that will split a single DVD player or media server across a number of televisions,” says Rente. “This will allow you to access multiple sources from each television, and the ability to access the same source from multiple TVs. So, you can watch the same television show on two different TVs, for example.” This type of system works well for man caves or recreation rooms that have multiple televisions, as they allow you to play the big game across all of the TVs, or have different sports playing at the same time on multiple screens.
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A window to the world Choosing what will cover your windows goes beyond picking whether you want to use curtains, blinds or shades. What a homeowner chooses to decorate their home with says a lot about them, and what they choose to surround or cover their windows with can tell a story. When it comes to choosing new window fashions, your creativity can really run wild. “Bright new colours and bold patterns can be found throughout the product selections, which are fantastic in sun rooms and children’s rooms,” says Melissa Raine, marketing manager at Hunter Douglas. “Fabrics are more beautiful than ever,” says Terry Jorgensen of WindowWorks. “New technology advances in weaving are providing amazing weaves and colours.” “Environmentally progressive products are becoming more popular,” Raine says. Examples of these include Hunter Douglas’ GREENGUARD certified products, which meet the stringent indoor air quality guidelines laid out by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. Among those products are Hunter Douglas’ Pirouette Window Shadings, which feature soft adjustable horizontal fabric vanes that are attached to a
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Paint-free ways to brighten your home Autumn is a beautiful time of year marked by colourful fall foliage. But as vibrant as nature can be in the weeks after summer has ended, homeowners know that the shortened days of autumn mean less light inside their homes, which can become dreary even in the weeks before the arrival of winter. Many homeowners pick up their paintbrushes in an effort to make their homes more colourful. But homeowners need not embrace their inner Picasso to brighten their homes’ interiors. The following are a handful of paint-free ways to add some splashes of colour to your home this fall.
Bring Nature Inside Flowers and plants can make colourful additions to a home’s interior. Flowers tend to be aromatic, which can make a stuffy house in which windows need to be kept closed a lot more pleasant. Plants and flowers also can improve indoor air quality by filtering out volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. That’s especially important come late fall and winter, when homeowners typically shut their windows and keep them shut until spring, making it difficult for fresh air to enter a home.
Invest In Some Colourful Throw Pillows Natural sunlight brightens a room come spring and summer. But sunlight is increasingly scarce as fall turns into winter, and rooms that do not boast too many colourful accents can quickly grow drab as summertime sunlight dwindles. Instead of buying new furniture, invest in some colourful throw pillows or accent blankets to give a room a more vibrant look. Patterns can be mixed and matched to provide some contrast and transform a room from somewhere to spend time into a sight to behold.
Paper The Walls While many of today’s homeowners prefer paint to wallpaper, those who want a less permanent solution to brighten up their homes may want to consider removable wallpaper. Such paper is less expensive than traditional wallpaper, and many do-it-yourselfers find removable wallpaper is easy to both install and remove. Choose a colourful pattern that can turn an otherwise plain wall into a potent palette that adds some life to your home’s interior. Because removable wallpaper does not require a significant financial investment, you can experiment with various colours or change things up each month if you so desire.
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For style expert Jennifer Scott of A Good Chick To Know, style is about more than homes or clothing. In fact, it’s a combination of both for the designer who started off working purely in fashion. “I kind of organically ended up doing this,” Scott says. “I have a Bachelor of Design (degree) from Ryerson University in Toronto, and worked in fashion as a stylist. I found that many of the principles of design transfer over to interiors, and started doing a lot more of that kind of design work.” In 2011, her design won second place in the BC’s Best Young Designer competition. Scott started A Good Chick To Know four years ago, and continues to assist clients with many aspects of their lives. She offers interior design services as well as wardrobe styling, and notes that the principle of “something old, something new” works well for both facets of the design industry. As for where the name came from, Scott laughs and says that she has always had the name in the back of her head. “I thought of the name years ago but didn’t want to use it until I found the perfect business. This business is perfect for the name!” she says. As fall and winter begins, many people look at updating their homes and their wardrobe; Scott has a few tips. “Most people think of changing colours when it comes to fall, but I think you need to look at what’s been popular this year,” she says. “Nice neutral whites and off-whites have been in style along with nudes, and I think this will stay through the winter.” Instead, she urges people to look at different textures. “My home is white, so instead of doing white sheer curtains, I’m doing white velvet for example,” Scott says. “Bring back the textiles!” Cozy blankets and other textiles are all great for the colder months. “You want the look to be soft and cuddly,” she says. When it comes to fashion, Scott tells people to look for interesting patterns. “There’s not one big ‘it’ colour, so a tone-on-tone pattern will add a lot of interest,” she says. “I’m also really loving Jennifer Scott of A Good Chick To Know is enjoying the return to all the metals. Yellow gold, rose gold, neutral whites and off-whites in her own home, and urges people to white gold. There’s been a real return to consider different textiles and textures. traditional glamour, which is nice.” A Good Chick To Know photos
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Living in the Lower Mainland means living in the one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It also means living in one with plenty of options for housing types, from large single-family residences to small condominiums. Decorating a large space has its challenges, but decorating a small space can sometimes be even more complicated. Designing for smaller spaces starts with some multi-tasking. “Good design enhances how the occupants really live,” says Laura Anderson of Resource Furniture. “Multi-functional pieces that transform can make one space do the work of two, or three, or four.” Among the options are tables, beds, storage solutions and desks, just to name a few. One of the biggest challenges involved in living in a small space is keeping on top of clutter. “Editing possessions is a critical first step,” says Anderson. “Dedicating enough closed storage for the items you can’t do without is next.” While it might be tempting to go for an inexpen-
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