Gallery: Calm, Cool & Collected

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The palate for this kitchen was chosen for its calming nature; the soft blues of the glass playing against the warmth of the laminate (yes, LAMINATE) doors. The countertops are Cambria Quartz surfacing (Torquay) and the flooring is Forbo Marmoleum.

This remodel has taken in the original kitchen and an old, under-utilized bathroom.  The new room is so spacious we were able to eliminate wall cabinetry on two walls and still have plenty of storage space for the clients.  Two pantries are accessorized with roll-out shelves and a full height pantry pull-out to make the amble storage as useful as possible. And by putting all the tall elements in this kitchen onto one wall, the amount of continuous counter space is every cook's dream.

Gallery: C'est Magnifique!

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This French Provincial style kitchen features a beautiful combination of our white lacquer paint and stained Alder finishes. Fine furniture details such as turned posts, decorative corbels, hood fan shroud and decorative mouldings are featured. Marble countertops, mosaic tile backsplash and decorative bronzed plumbing fixtures complete the look.

Gallery: Cutting-Edge Coastal

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Overlooking the waters of Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver, the kitchen in this new home features many contemporary design features that may make one forget the stunning views.  The mix of rift-cut white oak (our Hoisin stain) and high-gloss polyurethane paint creates a high-end kitchen that is both modern and inviting.  Countertops are quartz while the eating bar off the island is rift oak.

In addition to the kitchen, we also created the paneling for the entrance way and family rooms.  Using the wood panelling not only creates a sense of unity throughout the main floor, it also balances with the stark white surfaces on the adjacent walls.

Architecture and design by Design Marque

Walking Tour Revisited

The Vancouver Heritage Foundation's 10th Annual Heritage House Tour has completed and was a huge success.  Thousands of people enjoyed some of the finest restoration in the city, including one of our projects!  Thanks to everyone who participated.

To read more about the event, BC Living's blog has a nice recap.

Gallery: Arbutus Alteration

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The kitchen in this Arbutus condo was designed in a way that functioned well for the client, but the cabinets and countertop were old and simply looked out of date.  We removed the drop ceilings in the kitchen to allow the new cabinets to rise all the way to the ceiling, providing much needed storage.  Cabinetry from Paradigm feature engineered wood doors in horizontal grain.  Countertops are Caesarstone Quartz surfacing and the backsplash is "Moonlight" Onyx.  Additional under-cabinet LED lighting was added to better illuminate the work surfaces.