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The Beacon

Completion

August 2022

Location

Nanaimo, BC

Contractor

Wheatcroft Construction Ltd

Photography

Concept Photography Inc

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Introducing Coastal Point, a large scale renovatio

Introducing Coastal Point, a large scale renovation project brought to life by @facetbuilders and located in the quaint community of Union Bay, BC.
We’ll be sharing some dramatic before and after images this week, as well as some insights into our design approach. Stay tuned!

#interiordesign #residentialdesign #renovation #customdesign #bespoke #luxuryrealestate #oceanfrontproperty #oceanfrontrealestate #luxuryinteriordesign #unionbay #lantzville #islandliving #vancouverisland #thoughtfullydesigned

Early morning site reviews as our project with @no

Early morning site reviews as our project with @normsplumbingheatingaircon is getting so close to wrapping up. The countdown is on!

#sitevisit #workinprogress #commercialdesign #officebuilding #plumbing #plumbingcompany #localbusiness #nanaimo #lantzville #thoughtfullydesigned

Interested in our design services? Scroll through

Interested in our design services? Scroll through to see how we can work with you.
If you are not sure how your project would fit in, we’re more than happy to chat further about your specific design needs!

Swipe to meet the faces behind Studio AE and get t

Swipe to meet the faces behind Studio AE and get to know what fuels our creativity!
Our lovely headshots were captured by the talented @hudsonwren in Victoria/Vancouver.

#interiordesign #meettheteam #behindthescenes #behindthedesign #gettoknowme #introduction #interiordesigner #interiordesignerofinsta #headshots #branding #blackandwhite #nanaimo #lantzville #thoughtfully #vancouver #vancouverisland

Our studio sailed over for @idsvancouver for a day

Our studio sailed over for @idsvancouver for a day of renewed inspiration and design fun! We always look forward to this event! Thanks to @hulloferries for getting us there and back so promptly!

#interiordesign #designinspo #designshow #inspiration #designcommunity #lastesttrends #artisans #creativity #teamday #resources #vancouver #thoughtfullydesigned

Extra fun site visits involve boats and sunshine 🌊 Regular walkthroughs with trades ensure the details are executed and the design vision comes to life

#interiordesign #renovation #residentialdesign #inprogress #underconstruction #sitevisit #trades #collaboration #details #islandliving #oceanfrontproperty #oceanfront #realestate #thoughtfullydesigned #transformation #nanaimo #lantzville

Oak Fern | Kitchen Part II @katebuilds wanted a s

Oak Fern | Kitchen Part II

@katebuilds wanted a statement kitchen palette inspired by #scandiboho and paired with a bold colour. With a massive skylight flooding this kitchen with natural light all day, we knew we could incorporate a saturated green without darkening the space. An opal finish on the backsplash tile and tambour panelling on the range hood provide subtle texture for visual interest.

Best kitchen renovation under $100K Finalist at this years @vibiawards with @chbavi 🌿

#beforeandafter #transformation #residentialdesign #kitchendesign #kitchen #scandiboho #greencabinets #oakcabinets #customkitchen #spaceplanning #bespoke #thoughtfullydesigned #nanaimo #lantzville #vancouverisland

Oak Fern | Kitchen Part I Custom storage and orga

Oak Fern | Kitchen Part I

Custom storage and organization inserts instantly increased the functionality of @katebuilds kitchen. This well planned kitchen was a finalist in the @chbavi Vibi Awards in the best kitchen renovation category this year!

#beforeandafter #transformation #renovation #kitchenrenovation #customkitchen #kitchendesign #kitcheninspiration #spaceplanning #kitchenorganization #designawardfinalist #chbavi #vibeawards #nanaimo #lantzville #thoughtfullydesigned

Oak Fern | Living Room The space lacked an anchor

Oak Fern | Living Room

The space lacked an anchoring point, so we installed a new contemporary fireplace from @regencyfire to ground the furniture placement. The asymmetric location of the fireplace is balanced visually by shelves flanking one side and an extended hearth on the other. Natural, woven fibres and wood infused the boho vibes @katebuilds was after 🌿

#transformation #residentialdesign #renovation #beforeandafter #collaboration #changes #fireplace #regencyfire #texture #reededtile #bohovibes #westcoast #livingroom #nanaimo #lantzville #vancouverisland #thoughtfullydesigned

Oak Fern | Guest Bath @katebuilds What do you do

Oak Fern | Guest Bath
@katebuilds

What do you do with a bathroom that has no natural light and a foundation of neutral finishes but you want it to have a cost effective punch of personality? You order decals from @urbanwalls and plan a crafty afternoon installing large scale boho florals to the walls!

#interiordesign #bathroomrenovation #reno #bathroomdesign #archmirror #boho #decals #urbanwalls #impact #finishingdetails #beforeandafter #transformation #nanaimo #lantzville #thoughtfullydesigned

Oak Fern | Staircase (feat. Taz!) @katebuilds was

Oak Fern | Staircase (feat. Taz!)

@katebuilds was looking for a contemporary take on boho design for this renovation, so the staircase’s crystal cascading light fixture and heavy spindles needed to go… and fast… as fast as Kate can take down a wall 😆! We paired the clean, modern lines of horizontal metal railings with a natural cane chandelier to create warm statement reflective of Kate’s aesthetic.

#renovation #beforeandafter #transformation #residentialdesign #spaceplanning #collaboration #staircase #statementlighting #metalrailing #chandelier #naturalelements #catsofinstagram #thoughtfullydesigned #vancouverisland #nanaimo #lantzville

Oak Fern | Primary Ensuite Renovation @katebuilds

Oak Fern | Primary Ensuite Renovation
@katebuilds

The ‘before’ had A LOT going on 😂 Those checker tiles and mirrors everywhere needed to go! We expanded the footprint of the ensuite to include a larger walk-in closet, a separate water closet and much bigger shower while high windows frame the foliage 🌿

#Renovation #residentialdesign #beforeandafter #transformation #ensuite #ensuitedesign #freestandingtub #spaceplanning #collaboration #thoughtfullydesigned #nanaimo #lantzville #vancouverisland

The Aerie | Kitchen Can you guess Ashley’s fav

The Aerie | Kitchen

Can you guess Ashley’s favourite change in this renovation? There are so many thoughtful upgrades to this kitchen - picket tile backsplash to the ceiling, custom organizers, coffee area, child-friendly finishes, better lighting placement, expansive countertops - to name a few. However, it’s the large picture windows capturing fruit trees and new found ocean views which Ashley has a soft spot for 😊
What’s your favourite detail in this kitchen? We’d love to know!

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✨ Before and After Transformation

The Aerie | Dining Room To really appreciate how

The Aerie | Dining Room

To really appreciate how transformative taking down a dividing wall is, swipe to see this space before! The clients already had timeless furniture and artwork for the dining room, so our main objective was to allow more opportunity to appreciate these pieces and provide connection to kitchen.

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✨ Before and After transformation

The Aerie | Kitchen Renovation Lantzville, BC Th

The Aerie | Kitchen Renovation
Lantzville, BC

There are so many changes we made to this kitchen to improve its functionality, but the biggest part was removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room to connect the spaces. Goodbye compartmentalized, poorly utilized kitchen and hello airy, bright, functional AND a new found ocean view!

Looking forward to diving into the details behind this kitchen design for a blog post but for now please enjoy 3 months of renovation in 45 seconds 😊

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Our next renovation project we get to share!

Our next renovation project we get to share!

Huddlestone Residence | Kitchen The cosmetic tran

Huddlestone Residence | Kitchen

The cosmetic transformation of this kitchen reused existing items while new cabinets doors, improved lighting and new drywall ceilings created a brighter space.
The greatest change in this kitchen is the updated island footprint anchored by two large scale pendants. We straightened the shape of this island to improve functionality and added a thicker, broken edge to the countertop as a nod to the original rustic cabin.

✨ Swipe for more angles of this transformation!

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Huddlestone Residence | Mudroom Entry Being the a

Huddlestone Residence | Mudroom Entry

Being the active entrance to the home for our client, this mudroom had a good layout but needed improved function within it.
We removed a framed closet to install millwork for better, customized organization and a live edge bench to sit on as you head out the door.
A brighter ceiling and textured window coverings freshen the space while adding a touch of character.

✨ Swipe for the space before!

Huddlestone Residence | Dining Room The original

Huddlestone Residence | Dining Room

The original dining room and kitchen were very dark with solid wood @panabodeinternational ceilings limiting electrical locations. By framing down the ceiling just enough for recessed fixtures, we were able to also drywall between the beams to brighten the room and showcase the architectural woodwork.
✨ Swipe for a few more angles of this transformation!

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Huddlestone Residence | Living Room For this ren

Huddlestone Residence | Living Room

For this renovation, the client asked us to visually marry the original @panabodeinternational cabin with an addition added in the 1990s which was achieved by installing stained wood planking as a feature in the living room. An update to the fireplace adds a contemporary touch while furnishings were left neutral for an understated elegance and clear views to Huddlestone Beach.

✨ Swipe for more before transformations of this space!
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Styling by @ktinteriors.ca