Houzz Tour: An Open and Bright 'Forever Home' BC

Houzz Tour: An Open and Bright 'Forever Home' BC - The owners of this house in Burnaby, British Columbia, wanted a house that would be practical and durable materials that could develop with their families, but still have a sophisticated style.

"They wanted to build their" forever home, "says interior designer Victoria McKenney of Enviable designs." Customers want to raise their children in the same house as they grow. This house was designed in a way that would make this possible. "

Houzz at a glance
who lives here a family of four
Location British Columbia, Canada

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most of the main rooms of the house are long and narrow This strange form placing furniture a challenge -.. especially in the kitchen McKenney broke this space by placing a casual dining area at the end of the . kitchen

chairs: Alexander chairs Norwalk Furniture
In light: Troy Lighting

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The kitchen is warm and bright favorite piece of McKenney in the house. "It is a space that is light, but also a wealth, she said. "The different materials that we used give depth.

Storage: custom, manufactured by Timeless Kitchens
Bar Stools: Napoleon Barstool , Pottery Barn
Suspensions: Quoizel

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high-end devices have been chosen with chef in mind, and customers like to use all the space. The cooker stainless steel oven and mix gently with custom cabinets, granite worktops of the island and marble backsplash.

Splashback: Helsinki marble Walker Zanger
Tile accent tracciato Walker Zanger
worktop: Caesarstone 2020 Cinder
Island worktop: Bianco Romano granite

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A set of NanaWall folding door divides the casual dining in the dining room more formal . These doors have been custom designed with a pattern of lead was also seen in the dining room.

Table Augusta Table, Norwalk Furniture
Bench Sarah Richardson

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The doors not only fold, but also have the opportunity to slip into a wall cupboard which separates many or as few customers want. This is a perfect set-up for the dining room - open doors, and a dinner party can be twice as large

Wingback chairs :. Korson Transitional President Wing
wood chairs: presidents Ethan Allen Modern Glamour klismos

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large windows allow natural light in most rooms, creating an open atmosphere and light. McKenney it balanced with very elegant materials such as marble and walnut. The dining room is a great example of this balance, resulting in a new but traditional look.

Table: Kravet Turned Collection
Chandelier: Global Views fluted Pendant

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customers had already bought a property on Capitol Hill with stunning views of the city. So during the construction of this house, they wanted something similar. The house was designed to living spaces could enjoy the view of the city, on the second floor, while all rooms are on the main floor. The corridor was designed to usher guests to the second floor lounge.

Carpet on the stairwell: tranquil Dawn Shaw Floors
Hardwood: American Walnut

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to keep the house for children , McKenney and his customers have chosen fabrics that are resistant to wear and slightly darker in color (to hide fingerprints). For splashes of color contrasting, McKenney found some fun tangerine cushions for the living room.

Couch Kravet Adagio sectional
Cushions Chintz & Co

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McKenney also chose a combination of products quality with pieces that are a little cheaper. For example, the carpet in the living room costs less than £ 150. "There was just no need to invest a ton of money on a carpet that would certainly be ruined in a year, she said.

Rug Debbie Travis Floor Rug Link, Canadian Tire
Coffee Table Savona Collection, Liberty Living

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McKenney loved working with these customers was because they were so receptive to different ideas and colors. "The bathroom was a bit hard sell at first, but it ended up looking amazing, she said

Wallpaper :. Silver Screen by Barbara Barry
Mirror: Melaney Mirror Uttermost

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pool

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detailed cornicing and paneling in throughout the house adds a sense of depth and architectural drama. 'The house feels almost European in that sense, McKenney said. soft palette of the master bedroom contrasts with the more traditional structure.

Bedding: Sienna Paisley Pottery Barn
President Solara, Stylus

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curves pools and modern floral wallpaper lines give the bathroom a slightly feminine feeling, which is balanced with a smooth gray worktop and bright white cabinets.

Wallpap e Dr. Kai Lorenzo
Basins: Sink Kohler Fountainhead Vessel

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