Cheryl notes that the homeowners requested ample storage,
particularly in the laundry room and kitchen, and easy-to-clean
surfaces, such as large format tile. “We wanted to keep the home
bright and airy with classically modern details. On the aesthetic
end, they wanted a casual and down-to-earth style with an
unpretentious, warm and family-oriented feel.”
The homeowners also requested the basement be finished to
accommodate their hobbies. In addition to a home theatre and
acoustic music room, they requested a games area, fitness area, and
a bathroom.
“The vision for the new layout of their home was apparent to me
the first time I saw the house in person,” says Cheryl. “It was a much
older home, so the layout and flow was the biggest issue. If we
weren’t going to address the flow and layout of the home, it simply
wouldn’t have been the right choice for them.”
Post-renovation, the home is spacious, modern, and flooded with
light. Cheryl opted for medium-toned white oak floors and white
walls throughout. To accent the white in some areas, she selected a
deeper gray.
“My goal was to maximize an open, cozy, and interactive layout
designed for when the whole family gathers there, including
the couple’s children and grandchildren,” says Cheryl. “I really
believe that this house was meant to be theirs, because in spite of
everything, we managed to make it all fit and flow nicely.”
The homeowners saved by using their existing furniture wherever
possible. They splurged on the extensive landscaping and exterior
stone work including a garden patio that wraps across the back
of the home with walkout access from the kitchen and master