TKMG Features - Winter 2023

TKMG FEATURES - WINTER 2023

THOUGHTFUL REAL ESTATE. INSPIRING SPACES.

Architectural Magic is Your Everyday

502 - 728 WEST 8TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER

THIS METICULOUS RENOVATION HAS BECOME ONE OF VANCOUVER’S ‘SWEDE KITCHENS’ MOST RECOGNIZABLE LUXURY MODERN KITCHEN REMODELS.

4 Expert Tips for the Ultimate Kitchen Transformation

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Discover your aesthetic. Take time to visualize the kitchen of your dreams. Keep notes and take photos of colours, finishes, textures and materials that you notice in your everyday life. Visit sales centres for new developments. Spend time in the kitchens. Don’t try to make a plan or “decide” what your taste is. Just take a photo every time you have a reaction to something. This is the best way to let your style reveal itself to you.

Prioritize your spending. Are you someone who loves to cook? Are professional-level appliances going to step up your cooking game?

Or would your budget be better focused on beautiful finishings or a designer faucet? Thinking through the ways you actually use your kitchen can help keep a budget under control while still making the remodel feel like pure luxury to you. Maximize your budget by spending on what you need and saving on what you won’t use.

Bring in a professional You probably don’t need an interior designer to help you envision the kitchen of your dreams, but loop in a company who specializes in project-managing kitchen renovations. There’s nothing worse than finishing demolition and realizing that cabinets or counter tops are weeks away. Unless you are a professional in this department, let someone take over the logistics. You will thank us later!

Think about how you want your new kitchen to function. Will it be a place where your family congregates and eats? A large kitchen island with seating is great, but if you want your dining space to be the destination for meals, you might think twice before spending time and money on a dedicated dining spot in the kitchen as well. Another major consideration? The layout of the kitchen and the dining areas should feel complementary and connected, not disjointed and incongruous. Take time to consider how the kitchen will flow with other areas in your home.

502 - 728 WEST 8TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BARRY CALHOUN

Let the Light Shine In

A Natural Mood Booster

Natural light plays a pivotal role in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in your home.

Beyond the obvious practical benefits of reducing electricity consumption during the day, it has a profound impact on our physical and mental well-being. Sunlight is a natural mood enhancer, flooding spaces with a sense of positivity and vitality.

Throughout the day, natural light can create a dynamic interplay of light and shadows, transforming your home into an ever-changing canvas of colours and patterns. This not only enhances the aesthetics of your living space but also creates a soothing and visually stimulating environment that can reduce stress and improve concentration.

Calm, Cool & Collected Empty space in art is not simply an absence of content, it is its own content. The space carries its own meaning. Just Breathe.

"The details are not the details, they make the design."

Charles Eames

In/Outdoor Living In our fast-paced world, luxury living now means bringing the beauty of the outdoors home. Modern-day urbanites want to live in spaces that offer a balance between modern technology and nature’s serenity.

People want to wake up to the sound of birds chirping and leaves rustling, but they aren’t willing to sacrifice city conveniences.

The art of blurring boundaries in contemporary architecture includes seamless indoor-outdoor living. This is our generation’s new definition of opulence.

Fairview’s Perfect Blend Fairview’s architectural diversity is a key aspect to its allure. With a mix of contemporary high-rises, charming townhouses and elegant heritage homes, the senses are never dulled when enjoying a walk outside. Alongside the architectural charm, Fairview offers abundant green spaces and parks, providing its residents with ample opportunities for outdoor activities, picnics and leisurely strolls- a perfect blend of urban living and natural serenity. This neighbourhood in Vancouver offers a seamless integration of urban amenities and natural beauty.

Living here means a harmonious blend of convenience, tranquility and community. With its proximity to upscale shopping at Whole Foods, great eats at nearby restaurants, strolls on the Seawall and quick transportation via Canada Line, the neighbourhood embodies the essence of contemporary living. This is a place where convenience meets a picturesque landscape; a haven for those seeking the perfect balance between urban vitality and peaceful retreat.

Shop Local The city's diverse neighbourhoods each have unique boutiques, maker’s markets, and familyowned businesses that showcase the essence of British Columbia.

When you shop local, you're not just buying products; you're investing in the culture and character of this vibrant city, and nurturing a sense of belonging that truly sets Vancouver apart.

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From the bustling streets of Granville Island, to the farmer's markets in the heart of the city, there's an abundance of opportunities to support the community and savour the best that Vancouver has to offer.

Bocci - Bespoke Lighting 495 Railway St, Vancouver, BC

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Ian Tan Art Gallery - Ted Harrison Painting 2655 Granville St, Vancouver, BC

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Ming Wo Cookware - Kitchen Supply Store 2707 Granville St, Vancouver, BC

Community Clay - Handmade Ceramics communityclay.ca

5-MINUTE DRIVE TO DOWNTOWN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE SEA WALL AND CHARLESON PARK

25 MINUTES TO YVR VIA THE CANADA LINE BLOCKS TO WHOLE FOODS AT CAMBIE & W 7TH RETAIL HUB

502-728 W 8th Avenue FAIRVIEW, VANCOUVER WEST

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Floor plan measurements, square footage, existing structures & features are approximations and for illustrative purposes only. E&O insured for $1,000,000.

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STILHAVN REAL ESTATE SERVICES 36 E 5TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER, BC V5T 1G8

The Quintessential Vancouver Lifestyle Home Imagine the luxury of $125,000 of custom upgrades and luxury finishings like Calacatta marble backsplash and counter tops, Subzero integrated fridge and freezer, custom millwork, ¾” European white oak hardwood and Bocci plugs set seamlessly into marble. A masterfully separated primary suite with the rare urban luxury of ample storage; Stor-X closets complete with LED light and softclose drawers. And then there’s the light in this jewel box… true architectural magic. Sunrise and sunset rays reflect fiery hues off the “City of Glass” views. Whether from your balcony or terrace- this home feels like vacation.

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An Urban Jewel Box in the Heart of Fairview

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