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outside the house, made of a St Marc local stone quarry, is sweet contrast to traditional houses, centuries old in the region. "We were able to build a contemporary house in this area because the previous house was a complete eyesore and had been abandoned for over 10 years, says Karsenti. "His previous inhabitants were a family of raccoons, so that our neighbors have welcomed the new structure.

Stone: Les Carrieres Ducharme

The couple invested in geothermal heating systems and materials purchased exclusively from local sources. exposed beams, large windows and an inner courtyard create a warm and comfortable living space.

A craftsman created hemp and limestone walls premises, which have a velvety appearance. "The walls do not contain gypsum or paint and are no VOCs, says Karsenti.

wood and polystyrene form with a carbon black paint coating support the upper layer of hemp and limestone. The black carbon paint blocks electromagnetic waves (EMF) of mobile phone towers, Karsenti and others believe. "With all the available information and statistics to support the EMF-related health problems, we take precautions - especially as we have a child in the house, she said.

I acknowledge that I am not aware of the use of carbon black paint to block EMFs, 'said designer Gervais Fortin,' but as a designer, I am in favor of creating the vision a client of a happy and healthy home.

'phones within the home have cords, so they do not give EMFs says Karsenti. She carries a mobile phone in his bag, but he goes to airplane mode in the house and redirect mobile calls to fixed line home

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Fortin used recycled granite for kitchen countertops and cabinets from VOC Nu-Green in Montreal. "The same lacquer cabinet is ecofriendly, says Karsenti.

The valves have adapters that reduce the water flow according to user needs. The family kitchen worktop more space due to the absence of EMF emitting microwaves. "There was some resistance to the understanding of our decisions, says Karsenti. "But now, people who worked on the house see the result, and they begin to realize that our approach is logical.

Fortin sourced the kitchen table and bar of 001-A Workshop. "The wood used for both tables was the wood of the previous house and dates back to the 180s, he said.

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in the master bedroom, double glazing ensure minimal heat loss during the winter, and floors of white ash recycled visually expand the space and increase its expansiveness. A large square window by the bed faces a maple tree that changes color with the seasons. "He's like a live photo frame, Karsenti said.

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snuffbox naturally ventilate the bathroom. The mirror above the sink and double reflecting the lush views of opposite windows. The unit of the tub and sink handmade are made of a composite material of the friendly environment and natural stone softens the angular contemporary suite with its curves

Bath, unity vanity basin :. Ramacieri Soligo, Wetstyle

A partial wall separates the bed visually toilet, but the bath and basin unit are part of the open plan of the room. To protect the wood floors, the couple uses a bath mat and keep splashing to a minimum. "The children's bathroom is different from ours," Karsenti said, "but ours is pretty special: spa like and soothing, like a Japanese bathing area.

A roof green populated with native plants can isolate the house.

On average, people in Montreal buy and sell their homes every five years, says Karsenti. "This mentality helps people who choose materials with a short life, those who meet the waste sites. But we intend to stay in this house as long as possible. It is our legacy to our family. "

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The pair's light and bright dining room exemplified the feel of the Entire home. Eijkenduijn can not pinpoint the look As Any single style Chartered goal with the description 'Scandinavian pretty' offert by Joanna Copestick, cowriter of Decorate . 'It's mix and match, blending Scandinavian and English design styles,' Eijkenduijn says.

'I love the Scandinavian way of living, Their use of white to brighten up the home During the dark, cold winter,' says Eijkenduijn. The pair Applied That formula to What Was Previously a dark space to create this sunny dining room. 'The Scandinavians-have this philosophy That if you paint your floors, walls and ceilings white, as soon as the sun comes out, your home is so vivid and bright ... like a burst of sunshine,' she says.

The resulting and airy aesthetic is evident in this space, ancient Where furniture is paired with a neutral color pallet and lace curtains That soften the natural light.

The piece of art Above van de Grint's piano is by Dutch artist Auk van Hilten, a close friend of Eijkenduijn's . Van de Grint , a talented carpenter, made the dining table. The torque paired it with flesh They brought` from Sweden.

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Bright-colored accessories Provide a quirky touch. Open shelving, a signature of Almost every country kitchen, stores pretty crockery and Many cookbooks.

The house was Previously run is oil, and the first thing the pair DID Was switch to natural gas. Then they got the electricity going and REPLACED the windows before getting starting on the aesthetics.

The torque Recently converted the home's Existing sunroom into a mudroom / pantry / sunny garden entrance. Old recycled doors Were added to an Ikea cupboard to create a pantry, a cabinet Was installed under a window, and an Ikea bench Provides a handy spot for taking off shoes or dropping a tote. Fire-engine-red accessories bring out the red and blue floral design in the whimsical Cath Kidston wallpaper

Steel magazine rack. Present Time Treasury

Eijkenduijn's home office is the space sunny Where She runs Yvestown, a lifestyle blog she Began in 04 That now Reaches Some 400,000 readers. A pallet of pink and white sets a feminine tone in this room, seen in the white walls and subtle injections of pink found in the polka dot wallpaper and accessories.

At her tiny workstation set against the wall, Eijkenduijn shares her own creative projects with her Yvestown readers, Hopping to inspire em and make 'em happy. 'I am quite a happy, optimistic person, and I want to Reflect That in my blog,' she says

Wallpaper:. Cath Kidston (No. along available )

Every (renovated) inch of Eijkenduijn and van de Grint's home is perfectly curated, not least this office display atop the pink chest. Tones of pink, blue, white, green and red find a home in this simple goal Carefully styled display of books, stationery and a vintage typewriter.

Just When You thought Was the tour over, we're heading downstairs to the basement, Where the pair enjoys two huge rooms for personal hobbies. It's aussi Where Eijkenduijn blinds her yarn, qui she sells online

Shelving. Expedit Ikea

Van de Grint built this island, topping it with Ikea tabletop year. It's practical and beautiful at the Sámi time, Enabling Eijkenduijn to spread out her fabrics while providing good ample storage and display space below.

... The Most impressive man cave. Ever. For van de Grint, Whose hobby is making furniture, Having this basement space for Storing wood, tools and supplies is Perhaps his - and every woodworker's - wildest dream. Most homes in the Netherlands and Belgium simply do not-have the space to Accommodate Such a hobby. The basement Was a huge selling point for the couple.

Burke played with a palette of soft gray mushrooms for the bedrooms and corridors, adding heat and showcase the art collection owners.

The Ango magnificent chandelier, made from cocoons, is a favorite of Burke pieces in the house. "It seemed to fill the space beautifully and almost another work of art and a lighting device, she said.

Presidents: Vintage Thayer Coggin, covered with fabric from Urban Burp Chandelier: Ango, Workshops Studio artwork: Rebecca Whipple

The kitchen and bar has a layer of custom light mushroom - just a shade more darker than white. Bar Breakfast offers simple worktops in white formica, with playful rope lighting in the closet for a glamorous look.

U ccording cabinet lighting: lighting Rope, Policelli Lighting

Sunlight filters through the south side the house - every room has been facing this natural light. Burke took out the original curtains from floor to ceiling and put shutters. heavy window coverings are not required to privacy in bedrooms because the house sits high on the hill

Sofa :. Charles sofa B & B Italia

No large recessed lighting was installed, a few chandeliers and sconces. "We wanted to keep a little at the time he came, Burke said.

mirror and candle lights in the room were the findings to the local market to Alameda chips. Burke took off several layers of paint from the mirror and then re-colored in a custom color.

Armchairs: Vintage, Urban Home Berkeley cushions: Custom Osborne & Little; coffee table: Antique World / 1st Dibs

'The fabrics we have chosen not to scream "look at me". Instead they have subtle nuances and give off rich in texture and feel, "says Burke. blue upholstery shades in the living room playing off the color of the wall in the hallway and the view outside.

Created: Deborah Paswaters Caio Fonseca Anne Wolf; tripod floor lamp: Vintage, Omega

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the serene master bedroom is one of the spaces Burke's favorite in the house. paints low VOC content and all-natural fabrics make for a healthy space and anti-allergy. The gray linen curtains are custom made from fabric blackout to encourage a good night sleep. "We tried to create a warm, quiet, calm cellar, bedroom and bathroom, Burke said. "It is so relaxing there!

Rug: Stark Carpet; Bedding: Bella; side table: Ironies

beautiful oaks that inspired the color palette are visible from the bedroom window. The high position of the house on the hill gives it a house tree as private sensation.