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Springbank Hill Elegance

Calgary interior designer Springbank Hill Kitchen with two-toned custom cabinets in warm white and a light, warm wood, light countertops, dark island lights, and dark faucet.

SpringbANK HILL Elegance Why they came When this Springbank Hill family called us, they weren’t sure what the process was like to work with a designer. They had gone through the process of building their custom home and renovating their basement on their own, and they were looking forward to renovating with a designer’s touch. […]

Urban Chic Kitchen: Glenbrook Edition

Glenbrook kitchen full view. The kitchen has an island in the centre with dark cabinetry and light countertops, and a hood fan overtop of the island. The cabinets are light grey and the tile is light and textured.

URBAN CHIC IN GLENBROOK Why they came When this Glenbrook family called us, they had a laundry list of items they wanted to achieve in their home. Some of which they’d already begun, and some they still plan to do in a future renovation. We settled on the limited scope of refreshing the main floor […]

Springbank Midcentury and Now

After photo of midcentury and transitional primary ensuite bathroom. Two arched mirrors give a nod to the previous arched mirrors in the sitting room. Each mirror has an wall-mounted light and wall-mounted black faucets over the double sinks. In between the sinks there is a counter to ceiling central medicine cabinet. The wallpaper surrounds all 4 walls and is a playful black and white jungle theme.

Midcentury and Now in Springbank Project Description Layout, layout, layout! If there’s a word for this renovation, it’s that. This midcentury home in Springbank was renovated inside and out, top to bottom. The kitchen was where the sitting room is now, and the sitting room is where the kitchen was. Boring den be gone! It’s […]

Renovated River House

After photo of river house. Wooden panels run along the wall and travel up to the ceiling. There is an artistic design of three line lights embedded along the wall and the ceiling. There is a dark sofa and love seat aligned at right angles and a wooden coffee table. To the left bright windows have their Hunter Douglas shades drawn.

Renovated River House Project Description Our renovated river house client had a strong sense of self and knew what they wanted to see in their home. They were artistic, bold, and well-travelled. It was a true creative meeting of the minds as our designers and the client played off one another’s ideas. Older homes can […]

Midcentury Modern Home Renovation

Midcentury modern kitchen with panelled ceiling, dark countertops, grey cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.

Midcentury Modern in Lakeview Project Description This Lakeview house was a classic midcentury home in need of expansion to fit the newlyweds who had purchased it. We incorporated some of the beautiful and existing design elements in the home and refreshed them with a new layer of glaze. We added a gorgeous new uber-functional custom […]

A Modern Castle in Springbank

Modern Castle Primary Bedroom - After

MODERN CASTLE IN SPRINGBANK Why they Came To Us We have affectionately dubbed this Springbank project “Modern Castle House.” These jet-setting executive clients came to us with the unique challenge of melding modern furnishings with the design of this gorgeous classic custom home by McDowell & Associates. We were up to the challenge! Our designers […]

Discovery Ridge Entertainer’s Dream

Discovery Ridge Entertainers dream Kitchen layout - kitchen with statement large dome lighting over island, one open shelving unit and cabinetry throughout

Discovery Ridge Entertainer’s Dream Project Description When we first met this family, it was clear that they lived life to the fullest. They were already living the hygge life but they wanted a Discovery Ridge entertainer’s dream. We had long conversations about how they lived and what their goals were. As always, we listened hard, […]

Work Rest Balance at its Finest

A cozy neutral bed is loaded with textural blankets and pillows. The headboard is a rich wood coloured paneling. White large scale lamps sit on dark night stands and a circular mirror is hung behind to amplify their soft light.

Work Rest Balance at Its Finest Why They Came This family of professionals and young children works hard and needs a place to rest and renew. The key word here is balance. When we say we help you live better lives through the power of space, this is exactly what we’re talking about. As busy professionals, […]

Vibrant Villosa Ridge Executive Home

Transitional luxurious executive villosa ridge kitchen with white cabinetry, bronze and gold accents, built-in double ovens and paneled fridge.

Vibrant Villosa Ridge Executive Home Why they came to us When Brad and Jill came to us, they wanted to remodel their kitchen and create a space for their daughter. Upon visiting their Villosa Ridge home, it was clear that simply updating the kitchen would not suffice to improve how this family lives. The mudroom […]

Open Entertaining in Oakridge

Living room and main floor after photo. Two yellow accent chairs have been moved to separate the dining space from the living space and allow the light tiled fireplace to become the focal point of the room. The chrome lamp was moved and additional softer lamps enlighten this previously dark room. A sofa table doubles as an entry table for keys and a place to put drinks when watching tv.

Open Entertaining in Oakridge Why they came This open Oakridge main floor had all the base elements required to create a space perfect for entertaining. It just needed the right furnishings, lighting, and a bit of design flourish to make it a spectacular open entertaining space fit for all life’s greatest moments.   How We […]

Hygge at the Waterfront

A floor to ceiling light onyx fireplace is the focal point of this room. A large colourful rug makes this space. The bright yellow lounge chair, light neutral sofa, two neutral river stone shaped coffee tables brighten this space while the rich royal blue velvet accent chairs play off the other dark features of the space.

Hygge at the Waterfront – Downtown Calgary Condo Why they came This family wanted a downtown escape, and we were happy to oblige, adding many beautiful details to this executive Calgary penthouse by the Bow River. This is how you do cozy luxury! Who says cozy can’t be luxurious? Not us. How We Helped Wall-hung […]

Riverfront Executive Home

Riverfront Executive home exterior in the beginnings of having the sod put in.

Riverfront Executive Home in Parkdale Why they came We were happy to collaborate with beautiful clients and a talented builder (Newgrowth Fine Homes) to realize this client’s dream of an executive home right on the Bow River. Partnering with a builder from the beginning of a new-build home is a challenging and creative experience where […]

Bright Kitchen in Rocky Ridge

Rocky ridge kitchen renovation features white cabinetry and a grey island that can seat three.

Bright Kitchen in Rocky Ridge Why they came Can a renovation really make your life better? This Rocky Ridge family says it can! Since renovating their bright kitchen, they have enjoyed cooking together and prioritized family time. With ample storage and a place for everything, they’ve saved brain space on all-consuming cleaning and organization. It’s […]

Refreshed in Royal Oak

Kitchen with light millwork, subway tile backsplash, a light quartz counter and globe gold lights. Kitchen island has three dark leather bar stools with a comfortable backs.

Refreshed in Royal Oak Why they came This Royal Oak main floor space was not living up to its full potential. With large windows and a lovely view of the Rocky Mountains, it needed to be refreshed and updated to serve its family well. We did just that and created an open entertaining space for […]

A Modern Space to Entertain

Scandinavian design living room with grey couch, orange accent chairs, light blue ottoman, grey low profile sofa, and low profile entertainment unit hutch, beside the hutch is a modern gas fireplace. Illuminating the space is a geometric chandelier.

A Modern Space to Entertain in Varsity Why they came This Varsity Estates home in Calgary, Alberta had great bones. It meant so much to our client as they purchased it from their grandparent. It showed its age with dark, closed-off rooms, a dated brick fireplace and light fixtures. This young couple liked to cook […]

Restful Retreat

A Scandinavian and modern style condo living room. Scandinavian chairs sit across from a low profile simple sofa and ottoman. Nesting glass tables with gold accents. Interesting futuristic floor lamps.

Restful Retreat in Downtown Calgary Why they came This globe-trotting couple needed a home base to refresh their travel-weary spirits and asked for our help to create a restful retreat. Working through email and text, we channeled their vision of warm textures, Scandinavian simplicity, and clean lines.  How We Helped Given their busy travel schedules, […]

Britannia Luxury Custom Home

Luxury living room. Custom u-shaped large sectional sits in front of a gas fireplace with natural stone tile hearth, and paneled walls on either side. Rich staircase to the right.

Luxury Custom Home in Britannia Project Description Every inch of this Britannia Drive luxury home was carefully planned to create a modern oasis. This home is loaded with beautiful details. This luxurious Britannia home was shortlisted for a coveted SAM award (now BILD).  How We Helped Walnut and white glass kitchen cabinets, topped with gorgeous, […]

Executive Home Renovation & Furnishings

Large living room with decorative white beams on the ceiling, a large star shaped light, blue and white accent chairs face the large sectional and ottoman. A large white stone fireplace is to the left with white built in cabinetry.

Executive Home Renovation in Springbank Why they came Family movie nights or date night by the fire? Both! When we met this family, they were split into different rooms of the house as the living room was dark and depressing. After listening intently to understand their goals, we began our interior design adventure! Executive home […]

Mount Royal Basement Family Room

Wall mounted gas fireplace in dark cozy lounge space.

Luxury Basement Family Room in Mount Royal Why they came This Mount Royal luxury basement (lower level) is in a Calgary heritage home. It was chilly, carved up, and to be honest, a bit depressing before we started. Our homeowners wanted a hygge space to snuggle, play games and enjoy quiet family time. We added […]

Elbow Valley Nest

Wood slat pitched ceiling, floor to ceiling windows with white frames are the focal point. A star shaped black light illuminates the space. Rough stone brick hearth wood burning fireplace to the left.

Creating a Nest in Elbow Valley Why they came This Elbow Valley home was tired when we first met. Though the bones of the home were good, however, many of the finishings were not holding up to the test of time. Worn carpets, burgundy countertops and mirrored vanities in the ensuite were just a few […]

Restored Traditional Family Home

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Restored Traditional Home – Calgary Flooding Why they came Many beautiful traditional homes were severely damaged by the devastating 2013 Calgary floods. In partnership with the original builder of the home, we helped this family restore their executive home to its former glory. Sometimes things happen that you don’t expect. The reasons our clients choose […]

Luxury Custom Build

Traditional kitchen design with dark brown island and lighter kitchen cabinets. Light Countertops.

Luxury Custom Home Build Project Description This busy young family wanted a gorgeous, inviting, family-friendly home that their kids could grow up in. We walked with the family and their luxury custom home builder through the entire build process and selected every finish, detail, lighting and plumbing fixture for the home. From the custom front […]

Cozy Basement and Spa Retreat

Cozy basement family movie room with basement bar and luxurious elements!

Cozy Basement and Spa Retreat in Hidden Valley Why they came This Hidden Valley basement was COLD and uninviting when we met this family. Their goal was to create a family area where they could play games, work out and provide a warm welcome for visiting family with a private spa retreat ensuite. They were […]

Traditional Kitchen Renovation – Perfect for big gatherings or quiet times alone

Traditional White Kitchen with brown granite countertops.

Traditional Kitchen Renovation in Country Hills Project Description This traditional kitchen renovation features white shaker-style cabinets, seamless induction cooktop with built-in range hood, timeless subway tile backsplash, and gorgeous granite countertops. As the heart of the home, this kitchen island is perfect for entertaining family and friends or spending a peaceful moment alone. KHD Services Utilized […]

Bearspaw Bild Award Winner

Bearspaw SAM Award Winner - BILD

Bearspaw BILD Award Winning Luxury Custom Home Project Description This traditional Bearspaw home was a labour of love – we designed a gathering place in the kitchen, played with generous proportions and lavished attention on every detail. From the exterior finishes to the fine detailing on the millwork, this home was carefully crafted to be […]

Sophisticated Farm House

Traditional antique cabinets, paneled fridge, three traditional pendant lights over the island, granite countertops, white subway tiles.

Sophisticated Farm House in Christie Park Why they came This sophisticated farm house renovation was inspired by this adorable family’s farm roots. Relocating from small-town prairie life to the big-city of Calgary was a huge change. You can take a family from the farm, but you can’t take the farm out of the family.  Their […]

Calgary Condo Party Room – ‘Hygge’ in action

Condo party room with large silver dome lights, a long table, low profile book storage, bright art work on the walls and two couches to the right.

Calgary Condo Party Room Why they came We love the combination of designing and building great multi-functional spaces, and this one was so much fun. We had helped this Calgary condo board with re-designing and reconstructing their lobby and hallways, so they invited us back to create a warm and welcoming Calgary condo party room […]

Calgary Show Home – Joyful living awaits

White traditional kitchen with dark island contrast and light countertops.

Bridgeland Calgary Show Home Why they came We were thrilled to work with a talented architect for this Calgary show home design project. It was a pleasure to create a joyous and inviting space meant for living and entertaining. Designing show homes is somewhat different from renovations with clients who can tell us how they […]

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