In the entrance to the home, it's obvious that the designer bore
in mind the couple's penchant for wood elements and rustic
design. The reimagined mudroom features an original painting
on barn board by Canadian artist, Robert Colebrook Keirstead.
The piece was owned by the couple beforehand. "It fits in
beautifully with the new entrance design. Now everyone thinks
it's brand new as they never noticed it before," says Lori.
The color scheme in the upper level living area is congruent
with the minimalistic tone of the mudroom, featuring classic
white walls and vibrant pops of blue and red. When asked what
prompted her to go minimalistic, Rebecca cites the surrounding
scenery: "We wanted the great views to be showcased, so we
kept the colors minimal throughout."
Following suit, is the elected furniture. "By keeping the main
pieces of furniture mostly neutral there is always the opportunity
to update the color scheme seasonally or as your tastes change
over the years," says the designer, referring to the custom couch
in the upper living area.
The homeowners cite the custom couch as one of the pricier
elements to the redesign. "We wanted one that fit the room,
would stand the test of time, and was more than