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Renovating so you can stay in the neighbourhood you love

features 16 Kitchen Prep: When

renovating your kitchen, timing is everything

BY MARK COOPER

30 Clear Spaces = Relaxing Places

24 The Scoop — Inspiration, Style and More

BY SARA DUCK

32 Outdoor Retreats: cozy and inviting outside spaces

BY JENNIFER RUDOLPH

BY BOB DE WIT

designer advice 14 Q&A with Kenorah’s Graham and Jake

BY STEPHANIE MACDONALD

18 New for the Loo:

Hot new trends for the bathroom

JAMIE BANFIELD

tips & tricks 22 To move or renovate?

BY JORGE AND ALISA ARAGON

28 Read your Contract!

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RENOVATE or RELOCATE? RJR CONSTRUCTION EXPANDS A ‘BASIC BUNGALOW’ INTO BEAUTIFUL ‘CHARACTER CRAFTSMAN’

by JANINE MACKIE

THEY RAISED THEIR FAMILY IN THIS HOME. THEY LOVE THEIR COMMUNITY AND NEIGHBOURS. But Sue and Jim have never been entirely happy with the small bungalow in North Vancouver where they have lived for almost 25 years.

“Our 2,350 square foot house did not fit our needs and we could not deny it anymore,” said homeowner Jim Caruth. “We dreamed of having a larger master bedroom with an ensuite, and could not figure a way to rearrange the main floor to make it work.

We had priced that work several years ago and the costs associated with adding a couple hundred square feet on the main did not make it worthwhile.”

Finally in a position to explore all their options – a decision they knew was worth thousands of dollars, Jim and Sue faced the dilemma, to renovate or relocate?

TIP #1: CONSIDER YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD – DO YOU LIKE THE LOCATION OF YOUR HOME?

With a favourable lot, location and neighbours — they couldn’t imagine leaving, so decided to first explore the economics of expansion, and contacted RJR Construction.

“I’d seen their signs on other major renovation projects so knew they were experienced,” said Jim. “I spoke to one neighbor who told me ‘they were not the cheapest guys, but they definitely did a great job. I would highly recommend them.’”

TIP #2: GET A COST ESTIMATE. FIGURE HOW MUCH A RENOVATION WOULD ADD TO YOUR HOME'S VALUE AND COMPARE THIS WITH COMPARABLE HOME PRICES IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

A few days later, Shawn Stewart, owner of RJR Construction was sitting at the couple’s kitchen table providing them with ballpark figures to completely rebuild the main floor, as well as add a new second floor expansion.

Doing their due diligence, the couple received written quotes from two other reputable builders that were in line with RJR’s estimate. Based on this, and the good working relationship they had developed, they concurred to stay put and rebuild with RJR. Moving would have been the same cost or more. A preliminary design was developed, followed by several revisions based on their input, what was possible with current zoning and their budget.

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TIP #3: SET A GOAL TO STAY WITHIN BUDGET WITH SOME FLEXIBILITY FOR UPGRADES

“Shawn was very honest with us during the negotiations, acknowledging that as the work progressed we may spend more than the original contract with upgrades we’d want to do,” said Jim. “We felt confident in the agreement we were entering into.”

With a shake of the hand the transformation began …

First the roof was taken off the house — a feat less experienced builders may not have tackled successfully in the month of September, but project manager Ian Knight developed a successful strategy and managed the water control of inevitable rain. Throughout the process, neighbours commented on how well the project was coming along and how the site was well-organized and surprisingly neat for a massive rebuild of a house.

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“We found the subtrades and crew to be friendly and approachable, as well as professional and productive,” said Jim. “Ian helped keep us on track in terms of choosing fixtures and finishes for the home as well as helping out with design ideas.”

A complete main floor renovation with new mechanicals, new electrical, and hot water on-demand, along with a 750 square foot second-floor addition for the master suite has made the home essentially brand new. By adding a floor they gained an extra bathroom and bedroom which doubles as a home office, and the kitchen is now a showstopper with stunning cherry cabinets stained a beautiful shade of dark chocolate, contrasting with the natural oak flooring.

Jim is especially proud of the kitchen island — a fabulous floating design he helped create by sourcing

“WE ARE THRILLED WITH THE OUTCOME OF THIS PROJECT AND LOVE OUR NEW HOME,” SAID SUE. “WE ARE VERY HAPPY WE CHOSE TO USE RJR ON THIS JOB. FOR ANYONE CONSIDERING A RENOVATION PROJECT, WE’D HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEY INCLUDE A DISCUSSION WITH SHAWN AND HIS GROUP AT RJR CONSTRUCTION.” JIM CARUTH & SUE AMBROSE, NORTH VANCOUVER HOMEOWNERS

out steel bars that were glued under the natural quartzite counter to allow the 15” overhang to appear unsupported.

“It’s a very clean look to a large overhang and to my knowledge, has never been done before in BC,” said Jim. Luxurious yet designed for real life, the couple now also has the bedroom and ensuite they’ve always dreamed of. There’s an ample walk-in closet, marble countertops and large-format tile heated floor in the bathroom with a fabulous pebble stream flowing through the wall and into the floor of the shower .

TIP #4: ONCE THE WORK IS COMPLETED TO YOUR SATISFACTION, SIT BACK AND ENJOY!

Inspired by Craftsman-style architecture the bungalow has become a refreshing, functional and aesthetically pleasing two-level home — completed essentially on time and

within the dollar amount Jim and Sue had expected to spend.

Projects like this require people with a qualified knowledge base and experience, and are not to be taken lightly as seen on many TV reality shows.

RJR Construction has been setting the standard for excellence in renovations and custom homes since 1978. Included in their spectrum of services: surveys, design and drawings, interior design, structural engineering, permit applications, budgets, construction, landscaping and final cleanup. Before you decide to renovate in the Greater Vancouver area, visit rjrconstruction.ca or call 604-254-1760.

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challenges. Our weather and climate, along with the vast variation in terrain and building sites, from rocky vertical slopes in West Vancouver to sandy delta in Richmond — all of this keeps our builders at the top of their game. Builders not only have to keep up with current trends in design and technology, but they have to navigate evolving building codes that keep our region at the top of the “Greenest Cities” list. So just how do they manage to stay on top of all this while creating the beautiful and functional homes that can be seen all over the city? We asked Vicky from Kenorah a few questions to find out.

What do you see as the most conspicuous new trends in residential home design? What trends would you like to see happen in the near future?

There has been a noticeable shift in emphasis from the size of spaces to more consideration of functionality and flow.

Homeowners are recognizing the value and lifestyle impact of better design. They are passionate about creating more intentional, thoughtfully designed spaces. We have also experienced a dramatic increase in demand for space planning related to current or anticipated multi-generational living. With many multi-generational families sharing one home, there are exciting opportunities to design spaces that support both shared and private living areas and support the unique living requirements of various family members. We have also noticed an increased homeowner awareness of and interest in the performance characteristics of custom home and renovation projects. Homeowners have clearly been doing their homework and are asking the tough questions about everything from durability, noise abatement, energy efficiency to air quality.

What do you find to be the most challenging aspect of home building? How do you mitigate this?

Interactions with municipal planning, engineering and inspection services is certainly the most substantial challenge that we confront day to day in home building.

While we respect and embrace the measures taken to protect homeowners and establish acceptable norms, there is rampant inconsistency and subjectivity in the application of code and bylaws. Increasingly, it appears that each individual planner and inspector in each municipality is free to impose their own interpretation with no recourse afforded to the builder. Permit processing times have, in many cases, quadrupled. To mitigate this, we continue to invest in early bylaw analysis and advance consultation with municipal representatives to ensure that design efforts are productively invested in design scenarios that will not encounter obstacles to engineering and permit approval. Our fully integrated design/build approach brings both design and construction 14 HOME DECOR AND RENOVATIONS JUL - AUG 2014

WE ASPIRE TO DESIGN AND BUILD QUALITY HOMES THAT ALSO PROVIDE A HEALTHY, THRIVING AND ADAPTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN IT. knowledge and expertise to bear on the project from the outset.

How would you describe your design/ working philosophy, and how does this philosophy have an impact upon your process with clients?

We offer homeowners a guided journey with clear accountability. Risks are assessed before construction starts, including a comprehensive site inspection before design even commences. Early disclosure of these risks and the resulting design or cost implications allows homeowners to make more informed decisions about project viability. While the creative aspects of design should be embraced,not encumbered, clear definition of risk, budget, bylaws and schedule are essential boundaries within which successful design should take place. It also allows us to make unconditional project schedule and budget commitments during construction; no excuses, no contingencies.

How do you define quality building?

What is the first thing you notice about a home that signals quality building practices? What indicates poor quality?

We see two highly interdependent facets of quality. Quality, in the more conventional sense, means products, materials and building practices that are durable, perform well and last.

Achieving these quality outcomes relies on effective design, careful product selection and skilled craftsmanship. An extended view of quality includes the degree to which the home supports and enables the desired lifestyle of the homeowner. A quality home will last for generations. We aspire to design and build quality homes that also provide a healthy, thriving and adaptive environment for the people who live in them.

Sustainability is such a common buzzword, it’s kind of lost it’s meaning. How important do you think sustainability is in residential construction, and do you think it’s just a fad, or is it the way of the future?

Fortunately, sustainability is here to stay. Our earth cannot continue to sustain the rate at which humanity is consuming materials and resources, and more thoughtful design and construction practices are desperately needed. Sadly, sustainability has been repeatedly co-opted by product companies that “greenwash” in the name of environmental sensitivity. We believe that sustainability starts with thoughtful design and extends through building practices and material selections.

In other words, the entire design/build journey presents an opportunity to embrace sustainability and deliver a home that will perform better, last longer and leave a much smaller footprint on our environment.

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CONTRACTORADVICE

Kitchen prep TIMING IS EVERYTHING WHEN RENOVATING YOUR KITCHEN

by MARK COOPER THE FACT IS, YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR

renovation, and when. Since the kitchen is considered the heart of the home it’s important to get everything done efficiently and on budget so you can get back to everyday life, so here are some of the main things you should take into consideration when contemplating a kitchen overhaul.

The first step is all yours: figuring out what you want to accomplish and why.

Then, unless changes are minor, it’s worth five to ten per cent of your total budget for a professional designer. You’ll need a week or two to schedule a meeting.

Ensure you’ll be happy with the room layout, rather than trying to work around existing doors and windows. In the big picture, they’re not very hard or expensive to move.

Much of your cost will be quality cabinets and countertops. Choose cabinetry made locally: the wood has already acclimatized, and you’ll avoid expansion and shrinkage common with imports from dryer climates. transportation).

Plan ahead. Today’s kitchens utilize deep, full-extension drawers, especially for lower cabinets — you don’t want to be on your hands and knees searching for pots and pans.

Lighting is key. Under-cabinet, pendant and pot-lights will ensure your work surfaces are well-lit and your design is highlighted.

Along with those big decisions, count on a couple of weeks determining special features and design details – styles, colours, locations of cabinets, and types of drawers. Sometimes a minor point will affect something major, and you have to know where the pipes and wires are going to be before you start construction.

This is when you confirm your order for appliances. Don’t delay. You’ll be building around their specs, and it’s costly to rework your design if your expected models aren’t available.

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Then expect a week or two for demolition and clean-out. Walls and floors will probably have to be gutted, even if you’re not making exterior changes. After that, assuming no structural surprises, you can begin roughing in ductwork for fans, electrical connections and plumbing.

It’s also time to put in audio-visual wiring.

Even if you don’t want music or TV now, it won’t be expensive or disruptive when you do.

Cabinets can take six to eight weeks to arrive, giving you time to install insulation, vapour barriers and drywall, as well as getting a coat of primer on and maybe some of the paint. Once the cabinets are installed, you can complete the flooring and get your countertops cut and placed.

Then some finishing work, and you can stop eating take-out.

The biggest delays can be finding and scheduling trades. That’s one of several key reasons to get a good general contractor with a reputation for having expert tradespeople available when they’re needed for your schedule.

As you can see overall, it could take 8 to 12 weeks or longer, depending on your scope. So, if you want to cook Christmas dinner in your new kitchen, you’ll have to talk turkey before the end of summer.

MARK COOPER Mark Cooper started as a builder in the ’80s. Shakespeare Homes was recently honoured for its kitchen renovations under $50,000, for best top-end renovation in BC, and as the Lower Mainland’s 2014 Renovator of the Year. www.shakespearehomes.com

ACROSS THE NORTH SHORE Shakespeare leads in the craftsmanship needed for fine home design results in the best neighbourhoods here.

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FEATURE

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FOR THE LOO BATHROOM MUST-HAVES FOR 2014

by JAMIE BANFIELD THERE ARE ALWAYS NEW AND EXCITING innovations coming out of the design world. Fusing technology with function is an ongoing trend it and in light of that, I’ve compiled a list of my recent favorites. Enjoy!

THE KOHLER TOUCHLESS SYSTEM

Kohler has reinvented how you flush. Homeowners now have 2 uniquely hygienic flushing systems to choose from: » The Cimarron Touchless Toilet: A sleek and modern take on the traditional toilet design with one exception — no flush lever. Each toilet tank is equipped with a no-touch-flush sensor that is activated by a wave of your hand. » The Kohler Touchless Flush Kit: An affordable alternative to the touchless toilet that allows you to retrofit your existing toilet with the no-touch-flush system.

Two words: clean and simple.

MOXIE RAINHEAD

Singing in the shower has never been so fun! Kohler gives us the Moxie Rainhead – A rainhead and wireless speaker all in one. This Bluetooth enabled rainhead allows you to pair your wireless listening devices with the speaker for your desired shower soundtrack. Each rainhead is outfitted with 90 angled nozzles and incorporates airinduction technology to provide superior coverage and spray.

FUSING TECHNOLOGY WITH FUNCTION IS AN ONGOING TREND IT AND IN LIGHT OF THAT, I’VE COMPILED A LIST OF MY RECENT FAVORITES. NIGHTLIGHT TOILET SEAT

Wouldn’t it be nice to answer nature’s call and not blind yourself in the process? Well now you can do just that, with Kohler ‘s Nightlight Toilet Seat. The lighted hinge throws just the right amount of light needed to find the toilet, while sparing your tired eyes at that midnight hour. More good news - The seat is designed to prevent slamming. So ladies, when someone actually puts the seat down, it won’t wake up the whole house!

TAILORED VANITY COLLECTION

Key word: Tailored. With modern design, uniqueness is everything. Kohler allows homeowners to completely customize their vanity space with their new Tailored Vanity Collection. You have a choice of five distinctive vanity designs, each of which can be tailored to suit your style -Hardware, finishes and even custom drawer configurations can all be chosen by you. The flexibility of this collection allows you to add a personal touch to such an essential space.

modern finishes, Kallistas’ fitting and fixtures ooze charm and sophistication while providing the durability that every kitchen and bathroom needs.

NU HEAT SIGNATURE

Wifi enabled floor-heating system? There’s an app for that!

With almost everything going wireless these days, it only makes sense that our thermostats would too right? Nuheat has developed a programmable thermostat that can be controlled via iOS or Android app. The app gives you the flexibility of programming your thermostat remotely for up to 7 days at a time as well as managing multiple zones. If your energy usage is a concern for you, the app keeps track of hourly, weekly and monthly usage. If forgetting to turn the heat off before leaving the house is no longer a problem!

MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD FOR ANN SACKS TILES

Award-winning designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard has released three Moroccan inspired tile collections with Ann Sacks. With your choice between Eastern Promises, Mousharabia and Hermitage collections you would be hard-pressed not to find inspiration in Martyns’ creations. Each collection has its own middle eastern exotic feel with a modern twist and is sure to add a one-of-a-kind touch to your space. If you’re looking to incorporate a punch of colour and texture to your space, look no further.

KALLISTA

Kallista takes elegance to a new level with their kitchen and bath products. High quality design is what Kallista (Kohler subsidiary) is all about, and it shows. From faucets to vanities, each piece has a unique, handcrafted feel and look to it that adds richness to a space that would be hard to beat. Fusing old world style with

JAMIE BANFIELD Principal Designer, Jamie Banfield Design and currently serves as an officer, as well is an allied member of the National Kitchen + Bath Association. Jamie’s main focus is total project design and management.

First earning his recognition as a creative force in design in the kitchen and bath industry, Jamie has since taken his eye for colour and space into the rest of the home.

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TIPSANDTRICKS WEIGHING YOUR FINANCES

SHOULD WE STAY or SHOULD WE GO? RENOVATING MAY MAKE MORE SENSE THAN BUYING

by JORGE & ALISA ARAGON

Now is a great time to think about making renovations to your existing home to create your dream home.

With mortgage rates still sitting at historic lows, it makes sense to use some of your home equity to put towards renovations that could help you remain in the house you love, in the neighbourhood you desire that’s close to work, school and amenities to which you’ve grown accustomed.

Other possibilities include a home equity line of credit (HELOC) – where you can access money as required for each stage of your renovation – or it may be a construction mortgage may be your best bet. The key is to talk to an independent Mortgage Expert who has access to multiple financial institutions and products to ensure you get the most bang for your buck.

It’s important to weigh the renovation costs with the potential for your home to increase in value as well.

Moving can also be quite expensive. Possible costs to consider when moving include: » real estate fees (upon selling your existing home) » legal fees » property transfer tax » moving expenses » decorating the new home » mortgage penalty OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

IF YOU’RE FINDING YOUR FAMILY HAS GROWN out of your

current home or your house could use a makeover to better fit your changing needs, renovating is a great option to examine.

Instead of putting your home on the selling block and heading out shopping for a new home right away, it may be worth considering using some of your home equity to renovate so you can remain at your current address.

The first consideration is whether your home can be adjusted to meet your needs. Is your lot big enough for an addition?

Will your foundation handle the weight of an extra floor? Does the tired look of your home require a major overhaul? Will the renovations add value to the home?

Plan out the changes you’d like to make and speak to professional renovators to seek several quotes before making your decision.

Next, depending on the complexity of the project, you have to decide if it’s worthwhile for you and your family to live in a construction zone for several weeks or even months while improvements are being made to your home.

Finally, unless you have a lot of money saved up, you have to weigh your finances to determine what makes the most financial sense to you and your family in the long run.

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The decision between renovating and upgrading to a new house is not solely financial. You should also consider your time, energy and peace of mind.

Each choice has advantages and disadvantages.

When determining the best option for you and your family, consider the pros and cons of both renovating your existing home and moving to a new home.

By taking into account what you want to do, why you want to do it, the costs of the renovations and upgrades, and the value of your renovated home in relation to other homes in your neighbourhood versus the costs of buying a new home, you can determine which option is best for you.

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TIPSANDTRICKS

Contractors and Contracts Read the fine print to avoid hassles down the road

by SHELL BUSEY

WELL, RIGHT NOW ON NEWS BROADCASTS and in printed media there have

been many of negative reports on “Service Trades” taking advantage of customers (home owners).

I am sure that at some point you have read or heard how important it is to have a signed contract with any and all details of any home improvement project you are planning to do. But just having the contract isn’t enough. Did you read all of the fine print? This is a grey area where you the customer will find that the responsibility lies on your shoulders.

You may be planning various types of renovations around your home such as a kitchen, bathroom, new windows or doors, or perhaps a new roof, just to name a few of the common upgrades. No matter what the project, big or small, you need to be aware of certain items on the contract. ›› Who is responsible for the job supervision? Are all sub trades licensed, insured, and WCB protected? Who is the person you call in the event of a problem or question? It is very important to know who your contract is with, who is the general contractor, and who is making sure all the requirements are met. This is usually the same person who will be collecting advance payments. ›› Deposits can range from 10% to 40% on average and any special orders such as cabinets or plumbing accessories will most likely be added to the deposit amount. Work-in-progress payments must be agreed upon so that you, the home owner, are aware at all times what to expect. Most important — when is the project to begin and when is it expected to be finished? ›› Weather may play a role in the timing of your project so it is important to ask if any time restraints are expected. ›› There are different types of contracts available, the most popular are a fixed price contract or a cost plus contract. You must read each one very carefully and ask questions on any areas that need clarification. Note: Any subsequent additions, deletions or change orders must be recorded and signed by both parties.

›› If you are using a referral service trade, do not call them directly for future services until you check with the original referral source to be sure they are still in good standing. ›› Most of all, remember fine print is there to be read, don’t be rushed into signing a contract until you have checked everything.

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Fixed contract: what is the difference – fixed or cost plus?

Ask for a minimum of three testimonials (and check them). Do not take things for granted. ›› Who do you call if there are any concerns? ›› ›› ›› ››

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Clear Spaces Equal More Relaxing Places THE “HARD-WORKING” ROOMS THAT SUPPORT A CLEAN, MINIMALISTIC HOME

by BOB DE WIT

WALKING THROUGH THE PARADE RENOVATED OF HOMES RECENTLY, I couldn’t get over the great feeling one gets in a newly renovated, well designed home. You know – the “wow factor” created with clutter free kitchens, open living spaces - minimalistic living. Everything feels so organized, clutter-free and calm.

Life must be easier living like this! Or is it?

It is one thing to create a minimalistic environment, however maintaining a clutter-free home on a day to day basis is another story. Busy lives, active families, hobbies and pets — how do people keep it all so clean and organized?

A good designer will want to work with you to create a home that not only reflects your personal style but also functions to support your lifestyle. Knowing your household inventory and how you live are two important steps in planning any home renovation.

FIRST: embracing a minimalism approach comes with the responsibility of de-cluttering. Yes, it will be your responsibility. You will need to take stock and clear your home of things no longer in use or deemed necessary. Not an easy step but an important one. Trust me. Walk through your house with family members before meeting with your designer and identify the must-haves.

You might be surprised to find out your partner is not willing to get rid of a 24 person set of never-used dishes you deem unnecessary. Remember how you promised the kids a new puppy after the completed renovation? These are all things to consider and negotiate ahead of time! A well-designed home will have a place for everything to effortlessly maintain minimalistic living. Take stock in advance of meeting with your designer/builder to help you define your living and storage requirements.

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SECOND: In addition to knowing your household inventory and storage requirements, ensuring functionality to support your lifestyle is essential.

A busy family with large dogs may benefit from a full walk-in laundry/ mudroom with wash tub, whereas an adult-only couple may appreciate using similar space to accommodate a small built-in washer/dryer with a larger storeroom for excess entertaining furniture and supplies.

When speaking with your designer/ renovator, remember to include these “hard-working” rooms – the storage room, mudroom, laundry room, pantry, even the garage. These rooms, often overlooked in the planning stage for budgetary reasons, are essential in maintaining a minimalistic home. These rooms are where the “behind the scenes” action happens, the function in the minimalistic equation. Including the “hard-working” rooms at the initial planning stage will ensure design continuity and allow for built-in storage requirements to be considered – two added bonuses!

A minimal amount of effort and planning up front will reward you with a minimalistic home that lets you live effortlessly. To source a designer/builder see http://www.gvhba.org/find-a-builder

BOB DE WIT Bob de Wit is the Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Vancouver Homebuilders’ Association (GVHBA: www.gvhba.org).

GVHBA is the voice of the residential construction industry in Metro Vancouver, helping consumers buy, build or renovate their homes. Bob has a passion for entrepreneurship and homeownership and brings those interests to his leadership role at GVHBA.

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TURN A BACK YARD INTO YOUR OWN LUXURY RETREAT

by JENNIFER RUDOLPH YOU MAY BE ONE OF THE MANY VANCOUVERITES planning a “staycation” this summer, and let’s face it — our region is one of the most beautiful places in the world in the summer — so why leave? To make it even better, take note of these inspired ideas for your outdoor space, and amp up the ambience to reflect the feel of a luxury retreat.

Clean lines of brick pavers compose the hardscape elements, contrasting the soft movement of indigenous grasses planted in clean repetition. Saturated rich tones of abundant greenery pop against the translucent waterfront backdrop. All of these elements can be brought to your own backyard or patio to create a space that will have you feeling like you just checked into your own retreat.

INSPIRATION A recent walk along the urban oasis of Vancouver’s Creekside Village seawall to Granville Island had my design senses inspired. The collection of newly designed street level restaurants, cafes, markets and boutique hotels are all designed with the intention of luxury living, hospitality and recreation. The seafaring atmosphere had a laid back vibe that had me feeling like I had been transported to my own vacation retreat.

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BASICS Start with the basics and build up from there — the key to any luxury retreat is comfortable outdoor furniture, simple and unified in style. Assess your outdoor flooring, (or lack of) and determine if you need to define your lounging space. Stone pavers or wood slat parquet are durable options, whichever you choose, keep it consistent. Consider the colour and fabric you might want for

OUTDOOR LIGHTING IS THE SECRET TO CREATING A MAGICAL MOOD AT NIGHT. MINI LIGHTS ADD DEPTH WOVEN INTO TREES OR STRUNG LOOSELY ALONG AWNINGS OR PATIO RAILINGS. your outdoor furniture and let that be your guide when choosing a tone and texture that contrasts for the outdoor flooring.

GRANDEUR Inject elements that will give a feeling of grandeur, such as tall trees or tropical foliage, at least six to eight feet in height, in large planters. The over-scaled height will make the space feel larger than smaller planters. Low-maintenance tamarack larch trees work well and are the perfect combination of height without being overly dense and weighted. Add a small spotlight at the base of the tree for evening drama. Position your planters in empty corners of patios or flank each one of either side of your patio doors for a more formal feeling.

LIGHTING Outdoor lighting is the secret to creating a magical mood at night. Mini lights add depth woven into trees or strung loosely along awnings or patio railings. Create a whimsical path of lighting in your garden with lanterns - or instill some drama by grazing the exterior walls with directional lights positioned upward and close to the wall surface to highlight the texture.

FRILLS Depending on the space you have to work with, install a water feature — this could be as small as a plug in water feature mounted on an exterior wall or built into the design of your landscaping. Water features are also a great way to mask traffic noise if you’re in the city.

Every retreat whether at home or farther afield capitalizes on elements of fun to be had throughout the day. Install a wall chalkboard outside and post highlights for the day — a feature menu or fun evening activity.

A well placed hammock in the shade provides a place for quite and refuge from the sun — and when the sun goes down but the spirits stay up, keep warm with an outdoor fire bowl or heat lamp, some cozy knit throws and let the relaxation begin!

JENNIFER RUDOLPH is a principal designer and founder of Blue Garnet Design in Vancouver.

Creating beautiful, liveable spaces that function and are tailored within the client’s aesthetic. Her perspective is approachable and flexible, guiding clients to achieve their goals.

See more of Jennifer’s inspired interiors at www.bluegarnetdesign

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RJR Construction Group

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Tavan Group

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East of Eden, MN-13279 72 Ave., Surrey, BC | t: 604.594.4510

Eternity Modern

215-5920 No. 6 Road, Richmond BC t: 1.800.993.0903 www.eternitymodern.com #101-11031 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3A2 | t: 604.278.2716 www.exoticfurnishings.ca

HOME CONSTRUCTION

20-7533 135 St., Surrey, BC t: 604.596.5455

Alchemy Construction

1537 Welch St., North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B5 t: 604.980.3149 f: 604.980.3155 e: info@alchemyconstruction.ca

Mr Build

9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com

Cornerstone Building Solutions Ltd.

Builders (1.49 units) custom, Renovators 8038 Webster Road, Delta, BC V4G 1G6 t: 604.946.5430 | f: 604.946.0045 www.cornerstonecbs.com

JDL Homes

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd.

Legacy House Renovations

1235 Fulton Ave. West Vancouver, BC V7T 1N7 t: 604.366.7975 e: info@legacyhouserenovations.com www.legacyhouserenovations.com 118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

My House Design Build

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

RJR Construction Group

119-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.254.1760 f: 604.254.4960 info@rjrconstruction.ca

Shakespeare Homes

GLASS

101-1305 Welch Street, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca

#101 - 1626 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC. Canada V6J 1H4 t: 604.569.0783 | t: 888.422.2217 f: 604.569.0784 wes@bradfordhardware.com www.bradfordhardware.com

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

FURNITURE

Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd

AUTOMATION/ HOME ENTERTAINMENT

Tiles For Less

7832 Edmonds St, Burnaby, BC V3N 1B8 t: 604.521.8453 | www.tilesforless.net

2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 | t: 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com

Sur-Del Roofing Ltd.

14526 St. Andrews Dr, Surrey, BC V3R 0W5 | t: 604.589.1945 www.surdelroofing.emcobp.com

5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com

15229 Russell Avenue, White Rock BC V4B 5C3 | t: 604.538.2733 www.surfsideflooring.ca

Upper Level Homes and Construction

200-2605 Clarke Stree, Port Moody, BC V3H 1Z4 | t: 604.936.2605 www.yellowridge.ca

Surfside Flooring

Restoration Hardwood

1181 Grant Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2J7 t: 604-618-2945 www.restorationhardwood.ca

Surrey, B.C. V4A 9L1 Office: 604-542-9114 Direct-line: 778-888-8727 email: service@tuscandevelopments.com www.tuscandevelopments.com

Precision Gutters

#7 9515 190th St, Surrey 604-556-8410 www.precisiongutters.com

3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

www.lamanator.ca

Tuscan Developments Inc.

106-173 Forester St., Dollarton Business Park North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A6 www.shakespearehomes.com t: 604.988.2280

Exotic Furnishings

Knock On Wood

My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

The Wicker Tree

102-20460 Langley by-pass, Langley, BC V3A 5E7 | t: 604.530.0818 langley@thewickertree www.thewickertree.com

HEATING Lennox Industries (Canada) Ltd.

2962 Lake City Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A2 t: 604.421.5424 | www.lennox.com

HERITAGE RESTORATIONS JDL Homes

3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd.

5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com

My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

HOT TUBS/POOLS/SPAS Arctic Spas Hot Tubs & Billiards 300-19630 Langley by-pass Langley, BC V3A 7B1 t: 604.530.3333 | www.goarctic.com

INTERIOR DESIGN Atlas Pots

1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com

BC Window Coverings

3-3260 Viking Way Richmond BC www.bcwindowcoverings.com 604-782-2068

CCI Renovations

1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com

Classic Finishes

Get the Classic touch to your painting, trim work and tile projects: over 20 years of quality experience.

For professional service call: 604-685-5621

Comet Interior Design

Vancouver, BC t: 604.240.0230 www.cometinteriordesign.com

Designer Closet Guys

Metro Vancouver: 604-484-0374 Fraser Valley: 604-755-7556 e: info@designerclosetguys.com www.designerclosetguys.com

Eternity Modern

213-5920 No. 6 Road, Richmond BC t: 1.800.993.0903 www.eternitymodern.com

Exotic Furnishings

#101-11031 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3A2 t: 604.278.2716 www.exoticfurnishings.ca

Fabricana Imports - Interior Delights

4591 Garden City Road Richmond BC, V6C 2K4 t: 604.276.9332 www.fabricanaimports.com Richmond . Surrey. Coquitlam

GL Stone

110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 | www.glstonetile.com

Home Envy Furnishings

21768 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge 604.466.8822 www.createhomeenvy.ca

ILove Kitchens

120-3031 BeckmanPlace Richmond BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com 778.297.1297 Fax (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com

In Design Group

t: 604.240.7614 | t: 778.869.8525 www.indesign.group.com

Intermind Design

t: 604.338.9936 www.interminddesign.com

JDL Homes

3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd.

5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

Marina Baron European Design Inc.

110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby BC V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com

Miccaro Designs

3022 Markham Place, North Vancouver t: 980.6067 | c: 880.7701 micarrodesigns@telus.net www.miccarodesigns.com

Modern-Shed

Westcoast Outbuilding Inc.,Geoff Baker t: 604.551.2485 | geoff@modern-shed.ca www.modern-shed.ca

Mcintyre Cresswell Design

t: 604.630.6904 | www.mcintyrecresswell.com

My House Design/Build/Team

11-7157 Honeyman St., Delta, BC V4G 1E2 t: 604.946.4433 | www.taylormunro.com

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

CONSTRUCTION/REAL ESTATE

Sarah Gallop Design Inc. (SGDI)

Taylor Munro Energy Systems Inc.

Green Sheet Construction Data Ltd. t: 604.461.0327 | www.greensheet.ca

Phone: 604.952.4448 Email: info@sarahgallop.com 1835 56 St #11 Delta, BC V4L 2L8 www.sarahgallop.com

Stor-More

t: 604.575.8870 Unit 111-19231 54 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 8E5 www.stormore.com

Well Balanced Designs and Renovations

Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604.669.5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca

KITCHENS Amichi Living Concepts

(Okelo Kitchens Canada) 903 Expo Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3G8 t: 604.568.5730 | c: 604.568.5732 www.amichi.ca

Artisan Projects

t: 604.551.3777 | www.artisanonline.com

Mr Build

9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com

Blue Star Marble Ltd.

120.4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.458

CCI Renovations

1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com

Coastal Wood Crafters

5.20688 Duncan Way, Langley, BC t: 604.533.7796 www.coastalwoodcrafters.co

Dacor

314 Avalon Dr, Port Moody, BC V3H 3X8 | t: 604.469.1773 www.dacor.co

Dogwood Stone Ltd. #6 175 Schoolhouse St. Coquitlam, BC 604.218.3106 Email: shendb@hotmail.com Level One Construction

#236, 101-1184 Denman St, Vancouver, BC, V6G 2M9 | t: 604.647.1718 www.levelone.ca

Décor Bath and Lighting Ltd.

1375 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V 3E3 t: 604.872.2198 | www.fibretechbc.ca

Gleam Guard International LLC

11-8671 No 1 Road PO Box 36575 Seafair, Richmond BC V7C 1V0 t: 604-306-6058 e: gleamguard@aol.com

ILove Kitchens

120-3031 Beckman Place Richmond, BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com t: 778.297.1297 f: (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com

JDL Homes

3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t: 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

Spagna Vetro Appliances Inc.

7272 buller Ave, Burnaby BC V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca

Gemini Sink Canada Inc.

104-11500 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1T2 | t: 604.233.1216 www.geminisink.com infobc@geminisink.com

GL Stone

110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 | www.glstonetile.com

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd.

Lonetree Enterprise Ltd.

2990 Arbutus St., Vancouver BC V6J 3Y9 t: 604.739.1110 | www.lonetreekitchens.ca

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

Marina Baron European Design Inc.

110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com

My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

Pacific Range Hood Ltd.

Unit 140, 11120 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, t: 604.232.9099 | www.pacificrangehood.com

Pacific Rim Cabinets Ltd.

640 Belgrave Way, Delta, BC V3M 5R7 t: 604.515.7377 | www.pacrimcab.com

Pacific Wholesale Appliances Ltd.

2451 Vauxhall Place, Richmond, BC V6V 1Z5 t: 604.270.2460 | www.coinamatic.com

Raintree Cabinets Ltd

t: 604.526.5390 | www.raintreecabinets.com

RJR Construction Group

119-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.254.1760 f: 604.254.4960 info@rjrconstruction.ca

Solid Wood Home Services Inc.

106-2411 Dollarton Hwy North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A3 t: 604.904.3811 f: 604.983.2263 e: darlene@solidwoodinc.ca

Tolka Millwork Inc.

218 3 Ave., New Westminster, BC V3L 1M1 t: 604.521.0047 | www.tolkamillwork.com

TWS Doors

200 Golden Dr., Coquitlam, BC t: 604.941.0311 | www.twsdoors.com

Upper Level Homes and Construction 2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 | t: 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com

Well Balanced Designs and Renovations

Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604.669.5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca

Westcoast Hearth & BBQ

100-3031 Beckman Place, Richmond, BC V6X 3R2 | t: 604.248.2255

Whirlpool Canada LP

469 Glenbrook Dr, New Westminster, BC V3L 5J3 | t: 604.525.0344 www.whirlpoolappliances.ca

Willis Supply

Distributors of Corian & Zodiaq by Dupont 13509 15 Ave., Surrey, BC V4A 5H4 t: 778.228.4687 | www.4willis.com

LANDSCAPERS/ LANDSCAPE DESIGN Atlas Pots

1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com

Luxor Lawn & Gardens

1.3888 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC V5J 5H6 t: 604.432.9430 | f: 604.432.9403

LED LIGHTING Green Image Tech

115-12830 Clarke Place Richmond, BC, V6V 2H1 Tel:(604) 207-9879 Fax: (604) 207-6992 email: info@greenimagetech.com www.greenimagetech.com

LIGHTING Bradford Decorative Hardware Inc.

#101 - 1626 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia Canada V6J 1H4 t: 604.569.0783 | t: 888.422.2217 f: 604.569.0784 wes@bradfordhardware.com www.bradfordhardware.com

Green Image Tech

115-12830 Clarke Place Richmond, BC, V6V 2H1 Tel:(604) 207-9879 Fax: (604) 207-6992 email: info@greenimagetech.com www.greenimagetech.com

MORTGAGE Your Mortgage Solutions Group t: 778.893.0502t: 604.931.9000 www.yourmortgagesolutionsgroup.ca

MOULDINGS Picasso Mouldings and Doors

Warehouse and Showroom 14577 66th Ave Surrey t: 604-572-4144 www.picassomouldings.com Vancouver Showroom 1366 Marine Dr SW. Vancouver t: 604-266-1101

PAINTING Benjamin Moore — The Coast Group

Coast Decorating Center 4464 Main St., Vancouver, BC V5V 3R3 t: 604.872.5275 | f: 604.874.3650 Cloverdale Paint www.cloverdalepaint.com Plums Painting t: 604.812.5014

PLUMBING Kitchen & bath classics

Building 100, 19600 Langley By.Pass Langley, BC V3A 7B1 t: 604.539.2167

3265 McCallum Rd

Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W8 t: 604.864.2671

2198 Yukon St

Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P1 t: 604.873.0004

POTTERY Atlas Pots

1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com

POWER WASHING Ace Painting

t: 604.273.3933 www.ace.painting.ca

Impact Power washing

t: 604.780.4604

PROJECT MANAGEMENT Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

My House Design/Build/Team

5058 47a Ave., Delta BC V4k 1t8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com

Northern Roots Landscaping Inc.

P.O. Box 91988, West Vancouver, BC V7V 4S4 t: 604.984.8251 | www.northernroots.com

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC

Kitchen & bath classics

Urban Niche Landscape Design

SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

3265 McCallum Rd.

Zoen Gardens

Building 100, 19600 Langley by-pass Langley, BC | t: 604.539.2167 Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W8 t: 604.864.2671

2198 Yukon St., Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P1 t: 604.873.0004

Kitchen Craft

2148 Douglas Rd., Burnaby, BC t: 604.298.9277 210.19700 Langley by-pass Langley, BC t: 604.534.7273 | www.kitchencraft.com

509-318 Homer St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2V2 t: 604.899.3804 | www.urbanniche.ca

t: 604-836-2530 e: irie@zoengardens.com www.zoengardens.com

LEASING Your Mortgage Solutions Group t: 778.893.0502 | t: 604.931.9000 www.yourmortgagesolutionsgroup.ca

RJR Construction Group

119-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.254.1760 f: 604.254.4960 e: info@rjrconstruction.ca

Tuscan Developments Inc.

Surrey, B.C. V4A 9L1 Office: 604-542-9114 Direct-line: 778-888-8727 email: service@tuscandevelopments.com www.tuscandevelopments.com

Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd

101-1305 Welch Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 | upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca

RANGE HOODS Euro Kitchens

7272 buller Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 | sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca

RESIDENTIAL SPACE PLANNING Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

RENOVATORS Alchemy Construction

1537 Welch St., North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B5 t: 604.980.3149 f: 604.980.3155 e: info@alchemyconstruction.ca

Best Builders

1338 56 St, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 0A3 (604) 943-2378Delta Office 1338 56th Street Delta, BC V4L 2A4 Phone: 604.943.2378 Fax: 604.943.2376 info@bestbuilders.ca West Vancouver Office & Sales 200 - 100 Park Royal West Vancouver, BC V7T 2Z4

Canadian Renovations Inc. t: 604.809.0127 | f: 604.957.0128 infi@canadianrenovations.com www.canadianrenovations.com

CCI Renovations

1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com

Cornerstone Building Solutions Ltd.

Builders (1.49 units) custom, Renovators 8038 Webster Rd., Delta, BC V4G 1G6 t: 604.946.5430 | f: 604.946.0045 www.cornerstonecbs.com

Dream Bath

4-13350 116 Ave., Surrey, BC t: 604.582.6813

EJM Construction Management Inc.

205-18428 53 Ave., Surrey, BC t: 604.575.7780 | info@ejmgroup.com ejmgroup.com

Genesis Restorations Ltd

#29-19257 Enterprise way, Surrey BC | t: 604.533.3440 graham@genesisrestorations.com

ILove Kitchens

120-3031 BeckmanPlace Richmond BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com 778.297.1297 Fax (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com

Intermind Design

t: 604.338.9936 | www.interminddesign.com

Jatoba Contracting

2164 Ferndale St Vancouver t: 778.686.7798 | www.jatcon.ca

JDL Homes

3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

JKB Construction Ltd.

3884 Clematis Cres, Port Coquitlam, BC t: 604.728.3009 | www.jkbconstruction.com

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd.

5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com

- Construction & Design Ltd.

5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 www.kenorah.com

PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Legacy House Renovations

1235 Fulton Ave. West Vancouver, BC V7T 1N7 t: 604.366.7975 e: info@legacyhouserenovations.com www.legacyhouserenovations.com

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc.

118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 or 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

Marcus Ray Designs

5837 Production Way Langley 604.539.8720 www.marcusraydesigns.com

Mr. Build

9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | e: mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com

My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) f: 604.951.4093 info@myhousedesignbuild.com

Well Balanced Designs and Renovations

Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604-669-5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca

RENOVATING HOUSING BC Housing

Home Adaptations for Independence Inquiry Line Homeowner Protection branch 650 - 4789 Kingsway, Burnaby BC, V5H 0A3 t: 604-646-7055 www.bchousing.org/HAFI

ROOFING All Weather products

13237 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC t: 604.585.3222 2717 Lake City Way, Burnaby, BC t: 604.421.8088 | www.theroofingstore.ca

RONA Installations

2727 East 12 Ave., Vancouver, BC t: 604.254.1210

The Roofing Store

#8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 www.networxhomeimprovements.com

13237 King George Hwy, Surrey t: 604.585.3222 2717 Lake City Way, Burnaby t: 604.421.8088 www.roofingstore.ca

On Site Renovations

Rubbish Removal

Networx Home Improvement

t: 604-986-4358 www.onsiterenovations.com

Restoration Hardwood

1181 Grant Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2J7 t: 604.618.2945 www.restorationhardwood.ca

RJR Construction Group

119-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.254.1760 f: 604.254.4960 info@rjrconstruction.ca

Sarah Gallop Design Inc. (SGDI)

Phone: 604.952.4448 Email: info@sarahgallop.com 1835 56 St #11 Delta, BC V4L 2L8 www.sarahgallop.com

Shakespeare Homes

106-173 Forester St., Dollarton Business Park North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A6 www.shakespearehomes.com t: 604.988.2280

Shell Busey’s HouseSmart

Referral Network 7-2320 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC t: 604.542.2236 www.TheHouseSmart.com

Solid Wood Home Services Inc.

106-2411 Dollarton Hwy North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A3 t: 604-904-3811 f: 604-983-2263 e: darlene@solidwoodinc.ca

T.Q. Construction Ltd.

106-8988 Fraserton Crt., Burnaby, BC t: 604.430.9900 info@tqconstruction.ca www.tqconstruction.ca

Tuscan Developments Inc.

Surrey, B.C. V4A 9L1 Office: 604-542-9114 Direct-line: 778-888-8727 email: service@tuscandevelopments.com www.tuscandevelopments.com

Upper Level Homes and Renovation

2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 or 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com

Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd

101-1305 Welch Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 | upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca

V6B Design Group

363 West 6th Ave Vancouver BC V5Y 6824 t: 604.684.6824 | www.v6b.com

t: 1.800.RID.OF.IT 240-67 West 2nd Ave Vancouver, BC V5Y 1B8 t: 1.800 RID.OF.IT604.659.6684 www.1800ridofit.com

Fresh Start Recycling & Disposal Ltd.

107-237 East 4 Ave Vancouver, BC V5T 4R4 t: 778.773.2297 www.freshstartrecycling.com

Sur-Del Roofing Ltd.

14526 St. Andrews Dr..

Surrey, BC V3R 0W5 t: 604.589.1945 www.surdelroofing.emcobp.com

SECURITY Orca Security Corp.

111.8988 Fraserton Crt., Burnaby, BC t: 604.431.8803

Tigon Security Solutions

17-12468 82nd Ave Surrey t: 604.778.565.4188 www.tigonsecurity.ca

SENIOR HOMES BC Housing

Home Adaptations for Independence Inquiry Line Homeowner Protection branch 650 - 4789 Kingsway, Burnaby BC, V5H 0A3 t: 604-646-7055 www.bchousing.org/HAFI

All Weather Products Ltd.

13237 King George Hwy Surrey, BC V3T 2T3 t: 604.585.9955 www.roofingstore.ca

Gentek Building Products Ltd.

1-19405 94 Ave., Surrey, BC V4N 4E6 t: 604.888.7280 www.gentek.ca

Kaycan Ltd.

10187 201 St., Langley, BC V1M 3Y5 t: 604.513.0343 www.kaycan.com

Penfolds Roofing Inc.

1262 Vernon Dr Vancouver, BC V6A 4C9 t: 604.254.4663 www.ok2roof.com

SOLAR ENERGY

8028 River Way, Delta BC www.westcoastwindows.ca

STONE AND TILE

11-75 Blue Mountain Street Coq. t: 604.545.1000 wholesaleblindfactory.com

t: 604.617.0498 | f: 604.612.7966 www.solarpowernrg.com

Apex Stone & Tile

108-9706 188 St Surrey, BC V4N 3M2 t: 604.882.9284 www.apexgranite.com

Blue Star Marble Ltd.

120.4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.4585

Cove Finishings

101-1139 Barclay St., Vancouver BC t: 778.686.7798 info@covefinishing

Dogwood Stone Ltd. #6 175 Schoolhouse St. Coquitlam, BC 604.218.3106 Email: shendb@hotmail.com GL Stone

110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 | www.glstonetile.com

Surfside Flooring

Window Works

10-13331 Vulcan Way, Richmond, BC | t: 604.231.1433 www.windowworks.bc.ca

WINDOWS/PATIO DOORS/ SKYLIGHTS All Weather Windows Ltd. A101-9355 198 St Langley, BC V1M 3J9 t: 604.513.5744 www.allweatherwindows.com

Allied Windows

Box 189, 3193 262 St Aldergrove, BC V4W 2T8 t: 604.856.3311 www.alliedwindows.com

Centra Windows and Restorations 20178-98th Ave., Langley t: 604.882.5010 x 2112 jsmith@centra.ca www.centra.ca

STORAGE

Classic Finishes

Modern Classic Building Solutions

t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com

Park Place Garage Co.

t: 604.785.3031 www.parkplacegarage.ca

SUNROOMS/CONSERVATORIES My House Design/Build/Team

NORTH SHORE OFFICE 201 - 50 Fell ave, North Vancouver, BC SURREY OFFICE #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) f: 604.951.4093 info@myhousedesignbuild.com

UPHOLSTERY Fabricana Imports - Interior Delights

4591 Garden City Road Richmond BC, V6C 2K4 t: 604.276.9332 www.fabricanaimports.com Richmond . Surrey. Coquitlam

VACUUMS Tip Top Parts Metro Vancouver t: 604.514.7005 f: 1.800.665.2500

WINDOW COVERINGS AAA Blinds

106-11500 Bridgeport Rd., Richmond, BC | t: 604.233.1963 www.can.wood.com www.aoneblinds.com

BC Window Coverings

3-3260 Viking Way Richmond BC www.bcwindowcoverings.com t: 604.782.2068

Fabricana Imports - Interior Delights

Richmond Wood Siding

Weatherguard Gutters Inc.

t: 604.477.3333 www.madeintheshadeblinds.ca

7175 184 St., Surrey, BC V4N 3G6 t: 604.574.1985 www.weatherguardgutters.com

Wholesale Blind Factory

15229 Russell Avenue.

White Rock BC V4B 5C3 t: 604.538.2733 | www.surfsideflooring.ca

4591 Garden City Road Richmond BC, V6C 2K4 t: 604.276.9332 www.fabricanaimports.com Richmond . Surrey. Coquitlam

212-8322 130 St., Surrey, BC V3W 8E9 t: 604.598.2502

West Coast Windows

Future Solar Power Ltd.

Made in the Shade

Networx Home Improvement

#8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.com

Get the Classic touch to your painting, trim work and tile projects: over 20 years of quality experience.

For professional service call: 604-685-5621

DYG Windows

106-16 Fawcett Rd., Coquitlam, BC t: 604-522-8300 www.dygwindows.com

Euroline Windows

7620 MacDonald Rd., Delta, BC t: 604.940.8485 tf: 1.800.337.8604

Loewen Windows

100-9420 200A St. Langley, BC V1M 4C2 t: 604.882.2600 www.loewen.com

Modern Classic Building Solutions

t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com

Networx Home Improvement

#8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.co

Oasis Windows

Suite 109-12889 84 Ave Surrey, BC V3W 1K7 t: 604.597.5033 info@oasis windows.com www.oasiswindows.com

Pella Windows &

117-3823 Henning Dr., Burnaby, BC t: 604.291.9009 34855 Champlain Cres., Abbotsford, BC t: 604.857.3286 www.pella.com

Picasso Mouldings and Doors

Warehouse and Showroom 14577 66th Ave Surrey t: 604-572-4144 www.picassomouldings.com Vancouver Showroom 1366 Marine Dr SW. Vancouver t: 604-266-1101

West Coast Windows

8028 River Way, Delta, BC t: 604.946.2310 f: 1.888.363.7832 www.westcoastwindows.ca

HOME IDOL IS A FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS IN THE LOWER MAINLAND FOR THE PAST 22 YEARS.

WHOLE SALE PRICES FOR THE SELF SERVICE MENTALITY

60-70

%

off

VISIT US ONLINE AT homeidol.com OR VISIT OUR SHOWROOM AT 2180 Skeena Street, Vancouver

All products work with remote

• Free Estimates • 100% Custom-Made • 100% Real Wood • Limited lifetime warranty • Durable and easy to clean • Easy installation • Protect privacy • Sun control • Light filtering • Room darkening • Blackout • Energy saving • UV protection

FACTORY DIRECT PRICES We carry vertical blinds, wood and aluminum horizontal blinds, Vienna shades, solar shades, roman shades, honeycomb cellular and pleated shades, Richwood shutters.

Huge selection of designer drapes is now available.

BRING YOUR QUOTES IN. WE WILL MATCH OR BEAT ALL QUOTES

Tel: 604-639-6061

Fax: 604-304-8641 106-11500 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 1T2

Authorized dealer

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