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HOMES 22 Distilled Design Running up the Walls By Gaile Guevara
38 Jane’s World
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When Fashion Meets Function By Jane Lockhart
52 Feature Home: Thirteen Ninety-Five An Architectural and Sustainable Gem in the Heart of Oak Bay Village By Jessica Krippendorf
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64 Renovation Salvation Contractor Versus Project Manager By Courtney Rosborough
66 Reno Enviro
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72 Kitchen Perfection
What to Expect When You’re Expecting By Amy McGeachy
78 Anything but Square
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What’s Trendy in Tiles (and More for Flooring) By Goody Niosi
82 Value Added The Benefits and Challenges of Creating a Second Suite By Roberto Bernardi
88 A Room With a (Claw Foot) Bath Reviving a Heritage Bathroom By Elizabeth Hak
92 Heating up Intelligence for Staying Cozy Indoors This Winter By Goody Niosi
126 galleria
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140 H&L’s Source Guide Directory H&L’s Guide to Quality Retailers, Local Builders, Suppliers and Showrooms
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living 30 celebrity profilE: jillian harris At Home With Jillian Harris By Michelle Hopkins
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46 Epicure
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96 Tony’s Take… on Renovation! By Tony Parsons
100 Expressions: rick sealock The Good, the Bad and the Ugly By Courtney Rosborough
106 Escape: Fairmont Chateau Whistler The Perfect Mountain Getaway By Michelle Hopkins
112 Haunting of…
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116 Art Fix: art Gallery of Greater Victoria Koshashin: Old Photographs Tell Ancient Stories By Goody Niosi
128 Words on the Street: Trounce Alley Open 364 Days per Year... By Danda Humphreys
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It’s a new year and I invite you to dream big with help from this informative Home Building & Renovation Issue. We also included our highly referenced renovation and design directory so you can source products and services at a glance. For 2013 we’re bringing you a few new columns from fresh faces. We’re pleased to welcome Vancouver-based interior designer Gaile Guevara. Gaile’s timeless interiors have earned her celebrity status in the design world and online (her Pinterest page boasts 300,000+ followers, while her Flickr page has topped 5.8 million views to date). Her passion for pure design is contagious and her sophisticated style refreshing. She’s excited to share her passion and ideas with H&L’s readers in her inaugural column.
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With our new Expressions feature, we’re introducing you to a renowned artist every issue. This issue, get to know awardwinning Canadian illustrator Rick Sealock who shares details on his top-secret project (OK, perhaps not, but it’s news to me), how he’s able to get work done while caring for his five-year-old and what inspires him to draw his wacky, distorted caricatures known around the world.
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We didn’t leave out your favourite features. In Jane’s World, interior designer and host
of Colour Confidential Jane Lockhart offers creative solutions for constructing distinct rooms in an open floor plan without putting up walls. Our Celebrity Profile interview with Jillian Harris, former Bachelorette turned star of Love it or List it Vancouver, yielded fabulous design tips. My favourite: “Your home should tell stories about you. Layer it with those special possessions that speak about your life.” Plus, awardwinning anchorman Tony Parsons is back for another year to weigh in on the comedy that is real life. Until we meet again, best wishes for a New Year filled with big dreams. Escape to Whistler for Free! Homes & Living and Tourism Whistler have partnered to give away an all-inclusive trip to Whistler for two lucky readers. Flip to page 135 for details or visit HLmagazine.com Sincerely,
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Jane Lockhart
Gaile Guevara is a Vancouver BC-based interior designer with an extensive background in residential multi-family projects. Her specialty is distilling interiors to their purest elements. She has an online following of over 300,000 on Pinterest and over 5.8 million page views on Flickr.
Jane Lockhart offers professional interior design services for residential and commercial clients in North America through her company, Jane Lockhart Interior Design (janelockhart.com). She holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts (interior design) and interns at the Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario. She’s also the host of W Network’s Colour Confidential.
Tony Parsons
Tony Whitney
Tony Parsons was born in England in 1939. He came to Canada as a 10-year-old boy. Originally wanting to be a lawyer, Tony was persuaded to become a broadcaster. After decades of broadcasting in radio and television across Canada, Tony now works for CHEK and CBC Vancouver.
Tony Whitney has covered automobiles and the automobile industry for more than 25 years, handling assignments for TV, radio, consumer magazines, websites, business magazines, auto publications and newspapers. He hosted the network TV show Driver’s Seat for more than two decades and regularly handles Canada-wide talk shows for CBC radio and other networks.
John Adams
Tony Puerzer
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Tony Puerzer is a Feature Home photographer for Homes & Living magazine. He owns Bright Idea Photography in Nanaimo and brings fine-art craftsmanship to architecture, portrait and product photography. Highly sensitive to the environment, Tony documents settings ranging from the intimate to the extravagant, while discreetly maintaining a light presence throughout the session.
Jessica Krippendorf
Amy McGeachy
Jessica Krippendorf is a freelance writer and editor based on Vancouver Island. She studied creative writing and publishing at Vancouver Island University, but has been writing professionally since she was old enough to run a typewriter. She writes about construction, architecture, design and sustainable, playful living for publications across North America.
Amy McGeachy is an interior design professional, specializing in kitchens and bathrooms. She was the lead designer on many of Victoria’s kitchen projects and worked for a number of local kitchen companies. Amy is the host and producer of Victoria’s local interior design show, Design District. Watch her every Monday at 9 p.m.
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Timeless Interiors by Gaile Guevara
Step inside this 850 sq. ft. Yaletown condo renovation done up in stylish simplicity
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Through the creative process we help our clients understand the impact of investing in quality and appreciate distilled living. Less really is more and quality goes a long way. Paired back interiors make for a lovely way to celebrate each of the fine details. In this case our client, a young professional who works at a local animation company, was able to rediscover his appreciation for modern details. We worked with several local suppliers and craftsmen to achieve a calm, understated interior. In the bedroom we eliminated the headboard and ran a wider plank version of the hardwood floor onto the walls; this helped reduce the number of materials while also framing the bed beautifully.
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Keeping materials to a minimum by extending flooring onto walls helps make small spaces feel larger. Running flooring up walls is also a great way to frame a bed. Create a soft and inviting feel by incorporating texture with bed linens and accessories.
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At Home With jillian harris canada’s own Jillian Harris and host of W Network’s new show Love it or List it Vancouver shares details of her new show, new boyfriend and passion for design Design Sense
“I love a home with wood beams, interesting architecture and big draping curtains.” Harris transformed this small pied-à-terr to suit her signature style with comfy-looking oversized cushions, candles and log stumps of different shapes and sizes peppering the space. Some of the logs are in their natural state, while others are painted white and one in metallic gold. “My girlfriend’s dad finds logs in Grand Forks and shaves them down and she does the rest,” says the petite brunette.
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Celebrity interior designer and star of the new W Network show Love it or List it Vancouver, Jillian Harris, has more than a few ideas about good design. Her Vancouver condo is a far cry from her typical style, which she calls French cottage with a dash of timeless classic. Her temporary home is thoroughly modern with bare floor-to-ceiling windows, white walls and a kitchen complete with a granite island and stainless-steel appliances.
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Words and Design By jane lockhart Photographs by Brandon Barré
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Function Building Beautiful Spaces Without a Hammer and Nails Creative planning and decor solutions that didn’t involve costly and time-consuming construction work transform an open floor plan into two distinct living areas
Although the couple loved the location and open main floor layout, they weren’t thrilled with the reddish-brown Jatoba hardwood flooring that ran throughout and the lack of lighting. They needed a cost-effective way to make it work as they hadn’t allocated extra money in their budget for renovations. Also, because the space was much larger than what they were used to in their small condo, they had to come up with solutions that would make the main floor feel warm and inviting. Here’s how the large open space was transformed into two distinct primary rooms – a living room and dining room – that are loaded with style and function.
The Plan With no budget to refinish or replace the existing hardwood flooring, finding ways to downplay the floor colour the couple
disliked came through first addressing the other decorative solutions for the room such as the colour scheme, furnishings, rugs, window coverings, lighting and accessories. All the walls in the large space were painted a warm grey that lends a contemporary feel to the space and helps cool the redness of the floor. The only building project completed in this space was a built-in window bench in the front bay. This small addition transformed a useless space into an integral part of the room’s layout, providing a bright and comfortable reading nook for the couple and additional seating.
Furniture Factor Although Anthony and Marie budgeted to buy some new furniture, it wasn’t until they moved in with their condo-scaled pieces that they realized just how small their furniture looked in their new, larger space. They needed to buy appropriately scaled furniture and use it to highlight the things they loved about their new home and downplay the things they didn’t.
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Sometimes when you think you need a full-scale renovation, what you really need is a full-scale decoration with some minor building. This was the dilemma for new homeowners Anthony and Marie when they moved from their small city condo into their spacious new suburban home.
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HOME BUILDING & RENOVATION GUIDE
Renovation Salvation Contractor Versus Project Manager
Before you bust through your walls with a sledgehammer, consider hiring a professional to help you plan your spring home renovation Successful home building and renovation is a result of good planning. Just as you might refer to a travel book when planning a vacation or hire a tour guide in a new country, seeking expert help for your home renovation will help you achieve the best results.
Words by Courtney Rosborough
The key to hiring any professional is again in the research. Do your homework. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Ask for recommendations from family and friends Visit home shows Ask suppliers who they work with Review their resume Check their references Ask to see their credentials/certifications Ensure they’re insured Ask if they offer warranties, insurance or workers’ compensation
So, who should you hire? If you have a general understanding of construction and a “just in case” budget, a general contractor might be for you.
Before you start interviewing experts, ask yourself the following general questions: • What do you want to renovate? • How much can you afford? • Who should you hire to do the job?
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If you are unfamiliar with the renovation world or construction terminology, a project manager might be a better alternative. They work for you within your schedule, budget and scope. A project manager is like a friend who knows Spanish when you go to Mexico. They understand what you want better than you do and will be able to hire the right people to do the job and manage the tradespeople.
If you require the support of a professional to help you make decisions, hire tradespeople and manage your budget, a project manager might be your best options.
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Change is in the air, for better or worse. Our planet is struggling to keep up with the demands we place on it; daily life in 20 years will likely look much different than it does now. But, we can help ourselves and our planet by consuming less and buying better, particularly when it comes to renovating. Destroy and discard no longer has to be the home renovation slogan. Homeowners now have a plethora of eco products and options to choose from that will last longer, keeping more of their hard-earned dollars where they belong – in their pockets. As for what’s no longer needed, uninstall these items carefully and donate them to Habitat for Humanity or another similar organization.
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Many of us try to conserve energy on our commutes to work; we carpool, cycle, walk or drive hybrids. However, it’s time we consider conservation in the home, which is where we spend most of our time and consume the most energy. There are lots of options for making our homes green. Some modifications will depend heavily on the design of your home, while others are easily implemented no matter what your domicile looks like. The tips outlined will help you create an Earth-friendly living space.
Appliances When purchasing new, energy-efficient appliances and systems, make sure they are ENERGY STAR® approved. Look for the ENERGY STAR® symbol on the appliance or in the literature. If you’re unsure about where to find it, ask your contractor or dealer to confirm it complies – you’ll be sorry if you don’t!
Energy efficiency has crept into the household appliances market. Many major brands are leading the way, providing consumers with a variety of eco-friendly options, including frontload dryers, low-water dishwashers and extrainsulated ovens. Some manufacturers now strive to keep pollutants (like CFCs) to a minimum (or zero!) and even use recycled packaging for their big-ticket items. Ask your dealer what they offer and the choices will keep growing.
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Imagination and Inspiration A Rick Sealock illustration is full of attitude and branded with cows, smoking chickens and palms trees. He places his caricatures in the most unusual environments and adorns them with big red noses and the odd cowhide thrown in for good measure. When hired for an illustration job, the art directors of alternative weeklies, magazines and newspapers understand they won’t be getting a conservative piece. “They know I won’t be flattering or embellishing the subject. They expect me to be … humorous and pointed.” Sealock grew up in the wild wild west – well, Wild Rose Country anyway. He didn’t have the luxuries of electricity or running water, which left a lot of time for chasing animals, coyote calls and drawing whatever his wild imagination could conjure up. He taught himself how to draw the animals that now brand his illustrations. This is when he learned to depict a character’s alternative side in an ugly, distorted and aggressive way.
Rick Sealock, the award-winning, world-renowned artist from Calgary, Alberta is known for pushing the boundaries of controlled chaos and taking liberties with realism
“There’s good and bad in everything and everyone – but the bad is more fun to depict. Even angels I’ve illustrated have not gotten off easy. In the words of the renowned Mae West, ‘When I’m good, I’m very good. When I’m bad, I’m better.’” His brother’s MAD magazines initially inspired Rick to illustrate editorial portraits. “I relished [the magazines’] imaginative and sarcastic nature, their caricatures and wit. With their main focus on editorializing [about] the world, they took images well beyond pure entertainment.” Rick the “Cow Man” Sealock practised his own sarcastic wit by drawing parodies of his teachers, which inevitably led to his first publication on the school bulletin board. Rick uses the viewer’s preconceived image of a character against them. The subjects of his portraits start a conversation with the viewer. “I try to let the viewer be part of the process, be part of the illustration. I try not to blatantly voice the concept but suggest enough as to give them a direction to consider or an emotion to feel.”
Rick Sealock self portrait
Sealock’s caricatures are distorted, sometimes beyond recognition, allowing the viewer to finish the conversation he has started. “I try to show what is beneath a surface. Sometimes caricatures show more truth than realism can.”
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Turn up the White Clever, Classic Ways to Incorporate the Popular Neutral: White is the new neutral for many reasons. Once considered a safe colour for the home (everything goes with white) and a practical choice, today white is the colour that pulls all the other design elements of a room together. White is drama: think sleek, white leather sofas against white walls with a splash of red art and black throw pillows. White is rustic: think antique white lace curtains against a distressed white wooden window frame. White is soothing: think a fluffy white duvet, a dozen silky white pillows and a white shag rug. White offers an endless palette: Antique White, Cosmic Latte, Ghost White, Ivory, Old Lace and Vanilla – and that’s just a start. For decorating depth, just layer tones of white on white. Think textures when you think white: white satin, white cotton, winter white wool, white leather and gleaming white silk. No other colour offers such a brilliant contrast for other tones and such a dramatic background for your favourite works of art. White: Watch for it!
Wellness Alert Solutions for Sedentary Lifestyles: Sitting all day – specifically at computers, which most people do for work – can cause muscle imbalances, primarily tightness in the front of the body, also known as the anterior chain: shoulders, chest, abdominals and hips. Vancouver physiotherapist Dee Malinsky at West Fourth Physio suggests taking mini breaks during the day to stretch the muscles of the anterior chain to reduce tension and improve posture. Research also suggests that reducing prolonged periods of muscular inactivity (the amount of time spent sedentary: at your desk, in your car, on your couch) by taking regular breaks can reduce your risk of chronic disease and premature mortality. Investing in a foam roller is a great idea to facilitate a good stretch. Malinsky shares three stretches for the shoulders, chest, abdominals and hips that can be done with or without a foam roller.
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Year-end Tax Planning Ideas: Each year about this time we ask, “what can I do to save some money on my tax return?” How exactly you can save money will depend on your individual investments and holdings but here are some common ideas. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSPs) contributions can be made up to March 1, 2013 and then deducted on your 2012 personal return. If you and your spouse have limited funds, have the person with the higher income make the contribution, as that will likely mean the deduction will save more tax. Even if you are now 71 and your spouse hasn’t reached that age you could make a spousal contribution. You just need to have the room to make the contribution. If you have a portfolio of investments that you hold outside of your RRSP, then you should review with your broker what capital gains have occurred in the year. Then look for those stocks that have losses and consider triggering a loss to reduce the amount of gains. You just have to trigger the loss by December 31, 2013.
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British designer Timothy Oulton is bringing his unique blend of traditional English furniture infused with a heady mix of rock ’n’ roll to Lûxe Home Interiors. The new and unique Timothy Oulton Gallery will feature a wide range of classic vintageinspired furniture and decorative items. Enter the world of an opulent 19th century gentleman’s club; lounge in the light, airy and romantic feel of a West End sitting room; or chill on a contemporary, uber chic compact sofa perfectly suited for a small urban space. Combining classic shapes with modern pieces and vintage-inspired objects, Oulton creates interiors using authentic and pure materials, blending traditional fabrication techniques with a daring modern energy. Victoria has never seen anything like this. Over the last two years Lûxe Home Interiors has transformed its product lines for a wider clientele who appreciate quality, exceptional service and design. Partnering with a large and growing international brand synonymous with excellence, attention to detail and artistic design is certainly a coup for Lûxe Home Interiors and Victoria. New York, Paris, Tokyo, Amsterdam, Shanghai, Los Angeles and Victoria. Get ready, the British are coming!
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Victoria’s Carreiro the Studio Joins Green Circle Salons Carreiro the Studio hair spa in downtown Victoria has become a member of Green Circle Salons, a company that provides eco solutions to the salon and spa industry.
Green Circle Salons’ sustainable standards will help Carreiro reduce their waste by about 85%, including chemical and hair waste; the hair is used to clean up oil spills on the West Coast. The environmental benefits are numerous: customers win by contributing to, and benefiting from, a positive green experience; the salon wins by offering a competitive green business that embraces change and meets emerging consumer demands; employees win as they get to work in a successful, sustainable environment they can be proud of; the planet wins when all of the contributors to this simple formula for change are working together to reduce each of their environmental footprints.
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Stoneskin X New at City Tile Achieve a seamless design with the new Stoneskin X stone slabs that come direct from Turkey. Stoneskin X is available in seven colours and four sizes. This lightweight, 8 mm-thick product is quick and easy to install. Get the look of stone with the strength of porcelain. The 4 mm of pre-treated stone is fused with 4 mm of pre-sealed full-bodied porcelain, making it the best of both worlds. Choose from beautiful marble, travertine or limestone. Pre-packaged kits are available to cover the average tub and shower surrounds, with match book pieces for added luxury and design. Want the complete look? Select a corresponding shower base, countertop and sink. Come see our display and talk to a City Tile associate about this new stylish product. Achieve the bathroom of your dreams with help from City Tile. City Tile 4337 Boban Dr. Nanaimo, BC 250.729.9766 Citytile.ca february/march 2013
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This exciting collectible issue is packed with features on new home decor products, emerging trends and informative interior design editorial. Expert interior designers share practical advice and indulgent ideas to help you achieve the home interior of your dreams. Educational and inspirational, this is an issue you won’t want to miss.
Look for the April/May Annual Interior Design Issue on major newsstands everywhere the week of March 25, 2013
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