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Zakiya Kassam
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Janice Nicolay Photography
in the West Vancouver area
are known for a certain aesthetic
congruent with earthy-influence and
beachside vibes. This home, which the designer refers to as the “20th.
Avenue Project,” was no different. Flooded with natural light and
generally unencumbered by wall divisions, the home in its present
state is simple and logical, but above all, quality-driven, down to the
last detail. For the homeowners, both eye doctors with an obvious
affinity for interior design, curating the perfect living space for them
and their four daughters was all about designing a home that would
grow with the family, taking the kids from grade school to university
while maintaining maximal functionality. 
Jamie Banfield, of Jamie Banfield Designs, was introduced to the
project well after the specs for the new-build were formulated. “The
home was already inspired for a modern take on a West Coast style.
Very clean, sleek, and timeless,” says Banfield, an accoladed designer,
recently recognized by the National Kitchen and Bath Association as
being one of the industry’s top “30 Under 30.” He and his team were
tasked with completing the millwork in the home, including cabinetry,
counter tops, and all other hard finishes. From the start, Jamie
recounts, “It was a pretty big collaboration.”
When asked about the layout of the home, Jamie points out an
interesting feature, geared towards the couple’s four daughters, who
are close in age. “One of the really cool things about the home is that
the girls’ bedrooms are identical, down to the windows.” This was an
intentional measure taken by the couple to ensure that the setup was
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