Step into the heartwarming world of a home renovation journey where old and new came together in perfect harmony, giving birth to an awe-inspiring blend of classic charm and modern elegance. Nestled in the rolling hills of a quaint community just outside of Calgary's city limits overlooking the mountains, this enchanting dwelling embarked on a transformational voyage, guided by a vision of sustainability, sentiment, and style.Treasures from generations past, vintage furniture, and heirloom accents found their place in the spotlight, poised to weave their timeless stories into the fabric of this renewed home.The kitchen, the heart of every home, became a testament to the magic of blending the old and new. Reclaimed cabinets, lovingly restored to their former glory with a few minor upgrades, stood alongside hand carved marble hardware and modern appliances, forming a delightful fusion of functionality and sustainability. It became a space where culinary delights were created with love, while cherished gatherings with friends and family took place. In the living room, a masterpiece of coexistence emerged. A custom handcrafted wood mantel adorned the grand natural stone fireplace with a linear inset. Forging a seamless connection between the past and the present. Cozy layers & textures were used to infuse ease & comfort into the space.
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This bedroom & bathroom became a serene retreat, where dreams intertwined with memories. Rustic decor mixed with traditional furniture were artfully paired with fresh linens, enveloping sleepers in a cocoon of tranquillity and nostalgia. In each space, a warm, inviting aura whispered tales of the past while embracing the promise of tomorrow. Our chosen stone for this project was driftwood as it represents the letting go of roots and being organically tumbled by life. Being that this family experienced mass change & uprooting during the period of this renovation, driftwood played a supportive role. It is the purification of the inbetween that comes from surrendering to our truth & new beginnings. The stripping away layers of self to reveal our vulnerable, soft & heart-centred core. It is knowing our self deeply, being in our light and allowing our self to truly be seen. Sensing our innate connecting to the earth & what supports us. This level of vulnerability is rarely easy but with the right people & environment, it can be incredibly empowering & uplifting.As the renovation neared completion, the home exuded an undeniable warmth and inspiring charm. It became a sanctuary where cherished stories mingled with promising new chapters, embodying the essence of the homeowners' vision.
This bedroom was completely custom. From the drapery to the bedding, everything was hand-selected. Natural fibres and colours were a big draw for this down to earth family. We had fun blending organics with patterns!
Black star diopside is thought to re-energise the body, the soul and the mind. Wonderful for a bedroom where you can shed your layers with your partner.
There are many times when I work with certain stones and crystals to create a space, and I’m unsure why I’m drawn to a specific property. Often, I’m not aware of the healing process my clients are going through, but I trust that my selections will serve them in their current life stage and processes. This is exactly what happened with this family. I felt drawn to Turquoise for no specific reason. Turquoise is an incredible stone, perhaps the oldest known to man, with many beautiful healing properties. It encourages introspection and aids in self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, and self-acknowledgment. It offers unconditional love for oneself and others, opening the heart chakra and creating space for forgiveness and ease.
I’ve known this client for some time now, and I always enjoy our encounters because they expand my perspective. This project was unique because I didn’t do much design work. Instead, I helped with finishes as they already had the design created but needed assistance finding the perfect finishing touches. We spent hours selecting tiles alone! It was a blast watching the client take the information home, mull it over, and then present their ideas and feedback. From there, we evolved the design together. It was a true co-creative process!
This home is a blend of two beautiful families with so much love. Within the container of this home, they like to celebrate art. Each wall has its own unique piece. Much like the unique personalities that make up this home.
Tiger iron was selected for this space to encourage grounding and to energize the room. The living room of this home is where the entire family gathers together. It’s the heartbeat of the home so I wanted to make sure to enhance creative expression and generate a feeling of stability so each person who inhabits the space feels supported.
My sweet parents; they’ve trusted me to redecorate & renovate the family home on a few occasions over the years. This last project was the biggest yet. They made the move from a rural town surrounded by family & friends to join me in the big city. So when they purchased this home and had faith in me when I said I could see the potential, I knew I had to make sure this house felt like home, with many special and custom touches!
We completely gutted & renovated the kitchen, refinished the exotic cherry wood floors, added a fireplace & built-ins in the living room. We also repurposed the cherry wood from the mudroom floors as stair treads (because I just couldn’t let it go to waste), while installing beautiful Spanish tile in it’s place.
The overall feel of the home is a mix of new & old finishes that leads itself to a French Country Cottage. We blended our treasured antiques with carefully hand selected items to really bring it all together.
Being that this home belongs to the ones that know me best, they are well aware of all my “hippy” ways and engaged with many crystals & stones over time. But the one that was most supportive for them in this process was the Amethyst. Being that they were in a big transition phase in life & had recently lost someone very near & dear, the Amethyst helped to balance the mind, body & soul. Grounding the energy of sorrow & allowing all chakras to come into alignment & open & clear in order to move through the healing process & help to shift the idea of what the move might look & feel like. Serenity & calm.
This is such an intimate and creative process that deals with your money, relationships, home, business, and lifestyle. There’s more to your story than just making your space look beautiful - and I want to help you tell it.
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