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When less is happily more Thank you for picking up our latest issue of Home Decor and Renovations magazine. If our cover duo is a familiar sight, you’re likely a fan of home renovation shows and will love Heather Ryan’s Q&A with this popular pair. Know as the Property Brothers, Jonathan and Drew Scott have two new shows, Brother vs. Brother and Buying and Selling, that are currently airing on networks across the country. In this issue you’ll find out why they have a special connection with Calgary, and why it doesn’t always take a full-blown renovation to get a fresh look in your home. For those who do want to change it up, Adene Lucas talks about starting fresh and leaving the past behind - a fact that many Calgarians and southern Albertans may be forced to consider in light of the devastating flood. Also in this issue, our resident building code expert, Michal Nyikes of Decoding the Code, answers a great question submitted by one of our readers regarding whether or not it’s worth spending extra money on a certified energy-efficient home versus a “regular� house built to code. Turn to page 34 to get the facts. Be sure to check out our Outdoor Oasis section beginning on page 35, where landscape professional Bonny Dann talks about creating interest and intrigue outdoors so that each area of your outdoor living spaces is as inviting and functional as possible. Plus there’s plenty more in this issue to enjoy, including professional stager Laura Le, City of Calgary’s Vanessa Gash and designer Mickey Foulds, whose one-week stay in a hotel taught her the benefits of living with less. Please let us know what you think of this expanded issue of HD+R. We’d love to hear from you.

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is celebrating its 30th anniversary in fine form this fall by bringing some of the design industry’s biggest names to the BMO Centre from Sept. 19-22. Among this year’s headliners are Drew and Jonathan Scott, the stars of W Network’s Property Brothers, who will take the Trail Appliances Main Stage on Saturday, September 21 at 1PM. The Calgary Home Decor & Renovations Guide had a chance to catch up with the famous duo to find out what they’ll talk about at the show, the latest scoop and some advice and tips they may have to offer our readers.

Q: Everyone knows you both from W Network’s Property Brothers, but I’m

not sure they know about how you got started and your Calgary connection. Can you tell us about it; is Calgary where you got hooked on real estate and renovating? Jonathan: Calgary is where it all began for us in real estate. As high school students in B.C., we were involved in the artistic community as actors; also Drew as a director and I’m an illusionist. Drew: We decided if we wanted to make our own films we would have to find a way to make more money. We had heard that the Calgary real estate market was booming and made the decision to move there when we graduated high school. So, at 18, and as full-time students, we got our first property and started our journey as real estate investors.

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You’re special guests at the Calgary Home + Design Show, what are you going to talk to Calgarians about? Drew: I was originally thinking this would be a great time to talk about ‘Terrible Contractor Fashion’… but Jonathan didn’t like my topic of choice, so instead we are talking about Champagne dreams on a beer budget. We are giving an in-depth look at how we get the most out of every budget in order to give homeowners the house of their dreams.

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You have an office in Calgary, are you planning on filming any shows here? Jonathan: Our brokerage, Scott Real Estate, was in Calgary. We recently filmed 19 episodes in Vancouver and are currently filming in Atlanta. I think it would be a blast to come back to Calgary for some spring 2014 filming. The more Albertans that tell W Network they want to see us in Calgary… the better our chances of coming!!

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Q: As you probably know Calgary and area

was hit by a devastating flood in late June that damaged thousands of homes. Do you have any advice for people renovating? Drew: It is tragic what has happened due to the floods in Alberta. However one of the largest concerns, that many homeowners are not aware of, is the health issue post-flood. Mould can run rampant in a home and can start to form in just a couple of days. Jonathan: Simply blowing a fan in your house to dry things will not solve any mould issues. Be sure to have a professional inspect your home and advise you on the proper steps to remediate any health concerns.

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Why renovate when you can tear down and rebuild or buy another home? Drew: In today’s economy, many people cannot afford their ‘Dream Home’ if it is move-in ready. On Property Brothers we try to educate buyers that you CAN get the home of your dream if you are willing to put in a little effort through a renovation. Typically you can buy a fixer upper for a lot less and customize the home so that you have that property you always wanted ‌ and more importantly keep it within your budget.

Q: What are some ways you suggest to freshen up the look of a home?

Jonathan: To get a fresh look in your home it doesn’t always take a renovation. Consider a new layout for your furniture. Reupholstering or refinishing some pieces can breathe new life into a space. Even painting your walls a lighter colour or adding more light to a room can make all the difference. The best part‌ these fixes don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg.

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Can you share some tips to renovating?

Drew: One of the biggest mistakes we see when people are renovating a home to sell is that they blow their entire budget on the areas they hear make the biggest impact; kitchen and bathroom. While it is important to make these rooms look good we strongly encourage homeowners not to neglect the other areas of their home. Just because you have a beautiful kitchen doesn’t mean buyers will forget that the rest of the house is straight out of the ’60s.

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Where is your base now and what’s next for you besides the Calgary show? Jonathan: We live in Las Vegas and are currently filming Property Brothers and Buying & Selling in Atlanta. With our third series, Brother vs Brother going strong and our new radio show Off Topic airing in Canada‌ we have a lot keeping us busy. But don’t be surprised if you see our production company, Scott Brothers Entertainment, bringing a few projects to Calgary in the near future. Learn more renovating ideas from Drew and Jonathan Scott by visiting them at the Calgary Home + Design Show, where it all comes together for design, entertaining and home improvement, Sept. 19 to 22 at the BMO Centre. aug - sep 2013 home dÊcor and renovations 13

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The dining area is now in a jut out space surrounded by multiple windows as well as glass garden doors that open onto a deck and the living room is warmed by a rectangular gas fireplace surrounded in a floor-to-ceiling drywalled frame that is flanked by stone above built-in cabinets. The mud room off the garage entry also features plenty of built-ins for storing shoes and coats Upstairs, Kon-strux took out a wall between two smaller bedrooms to make one big one, and the master bedroom got a larger closet and a luxurious spa-like ensuite complete with free-standing soaker tub, oversized walk-in shower with rain shower and glass tile inlay in the same waterfall effect as the wine bar, heated tile floors and a Caesarstone-topped large vanity with dual sinks separated by a tall cabinet. Once the upstairs was complete, the Coxes moved out of the basement and work began downstairs to create a new look and functional rooms including a bedroom, full bathroom and wet bar highlighted by the same stone as the main floor. “Really we transformed the whole house and it turned out amazing,� Shannon says. “I couldn’t have had better clients; they allowed me to make changes on the fly and they trusted me to make the right decisions, and that’s the key to any successful renovation.�

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As with any big decisions, get the most unpleasant part out of the way first ‌the budget. Of course it doesn’t have to be that way. A budget is actually very freeing because it helps define and provide parameters for the scope of work. We would all like to have an endless supply of funds to decorate with, but for most of us that just isn’t realistic. Limits are good and that’s what a budget is. Prioritize the rooms that need to be done, list the items that are essential and create a wish list. Remember to tag on another fifteen percent for those must have items that you just can’t pass up, or for unexpected happenings along the way. >:/<

Before you spend, plan, and do as much research as possible. Flip thru magazines and cut out images of homes or items that you find appealing. Bookmark sites online that you find inspirational. There are countless home decor sites with beautiful images of homes throughout the world. It could be something as simple as a wall colour, a piece of furniture or just a certain style that speaks to you. The more you can define the look you like, the easier and less time consuming it will be to recreate the look for your home. What you will find is the file that you have built will end up with many of the same looks. For example, if you are drawn to images that have sharp edges, punchy colours and high impact art, the file will reflect that. Once you start flipping through the style will flesh itself out. I find this process always so interesting because very few people even know how to define their style when pressed. They look for definitive words that come close, such as traditional, or contemporary when in fact they may like elements of both styles. The point of this exercise is to educate yourself with what is available, the different styles and how they can work together to create a look that appeals to you. It’s not about duplicating a magazine cover for your own space. It’s about feeling inspired and moving forward. 7<D3AB;3<B >7313A

As my clients can attest to, I am a frugal shopper. I always want to save where I can and love to mix high and low to create a beautiful home. That being said, it’s important to know what to save on and where to splurge. When it comes to furniture that is used regularly, a short term deal will cost you more in the long run. Poor quality furniture will not withstand typical usage, feel uncomfortable shortly

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thereafter and it’s appearance will likely reflect that. In terms of furniture quality, it’s what you don’t see that matters. Consider sourcing out good quality pieces and wait for a sale. The “don’t pay now� events at some stores are to entice the impulsive shopper that lives in all of us. This is where the previous steps come into play. Once you have a budget and a look in mind, it’s easy not to be swayed. Ask the sales staff about upcoming promotions, check clearance areas in department stores, go to furniture auctions, and regularly peruse online sites such as Kijjii for one of a kind deals. Another place to seek out is local consignment stores that carry unique items which could be the perfect piece you’re looking for at a fraction of the original cost. <3CB@/:

Ahhh‌decorators beige ‌ the safest colour on earth. Home decor magazines feature it in their shots and homeowners cringe at the thought using it for fear of being dull. Yet a lot of homes have some sort of beige on the walls. It’s a colour that works well because it’s a neutral. Simply stated a neutral colour is reassuring, restful and unifies the space. Grey blue, grey green, grey violet, and deep taupe are all cool toned colours that work very well in any style of home and are 28 home dÊcor and renovations aug - sep 2013

considered neutral. Colour is the underpinning of a space. It sets the stage and the mood. If you are drawn to more colour, then do a room or accent wall to add contrast. Use restraint with paint, as a home with too many colours tends to look disjointed. If you fear picking paint, select a paint chip that has a colour gradient. The colour base is the same, while the intensity increases. This provides you with the safe option to go darker while still maintaining the integrity of the colour throughout the rest of the home. 1=<A723@ B67A

The best thing about starting over is you can plan the space. So many homes have way too much furniture and the rooms end up feeling constricted. Now is the time to assess what you really need. Do you enjoy hosting social gatherings? Do your guests disperse throughout the kitchen and living room or do they all crowd into your kitchen space? How much seating do you actually require? These are questions you need to consider before you plunk down money on a matching sofa, love seat and arm chair (which I don’t suggest anyhow). Furniture sets are uninspiring, stuffy and usually have more seating then necessary. Consider buying one piece from a set and adding two occasional chairs of your own choosing.

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For example, the team did an addition to a 1950s-era bungalow in Richmond Park last year that proved challenging because it had to match a unique brick style plaster so the walls would look the same in both the original and new areas. “That is what makes Don different than other renovators,� says operations manager Alex Sundin. “Because of his extensive hands-on experience, he is able to seamlessly incorporate authentic detail to maintain the original design of the home.� The company also just completed a renovation to a 1910sera home Crescent Heights that included a revamp of the main floor and a small addition. “Don updated the look while keeping the older architectural details; the exterior has the same old world charm but inside has a contemporary look,� she says. Jameswood Homes is committed to honesty, integrity and providing the highest level of customer service by keeping customers informed throughout the entire process. “We provide our customers with detailed reporting in real time and keep them engaged through the entire process,� he says. Jameswood’s online software program streamlines communications, selections, expenses and approvals for customers. As a RenoMark member, Jameswood Homes offers a twoyear warranty, but Don often goes beyond that making every effort to stand behind the work. It’s not an obligation; it’s a standard of integrity that has resulted in many customer referrals and one reason why so many people choose Jameswood Homes for their renovation, addition or custom build.

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LEED Canada for Homes (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Administered by the Canada Green Building Council (www.cagbc.org), LEED is a comprehensive and versatile home rating system. LEED promotes sustainable building practices through material selection, responsible site management, and design. LEED homes generally have reduced ecological footprints, healthier indoor environments, and offer 30 to 70% in energy savings over homes built to typical building code standards. Being a well-recognized certification program, LEED homes can have access to reduced mortgage and home insurance rates, and are often incentified with municipal tax relief and building permit rebates. Although criticized for its high cost and stringent certification process, at times of resale they usually command a dramatically higher price. BuiltGreen Originally developed by the Alberta Home Builder’s Association, BuiltGreen is a rating system administered by BuiltGreen Canada (www. builtgreencanada.ca). Similar to LEED for Homes, it covers a wide range of sustainable building measures, including energy and water conservation, indoor air quality, and sustainable materials. In BuiltGreen there are numerous certification thresholds a building can achieve based on how “greenâ€? it is built. Compared to LEED for Homes, BuiltGreen’s requirements to achieve certification are less stringent and the audit process is less rigorous, which enables certification fees to be reduced and less administrative hassle for the builder. LEED and BuiltGreen both revolve around checklists containing various sustainability measures. The main difference being that BuiltGreen’s “action-itemâ€? based checklist has a larger selection of more prescriptive-based measures, whereas LEED’s “credit-basedâ€? checklist is more intent-based in approach, where a builder has a number of options to demonstrate how the intent of a given credit was met. The critical part of building an energy efficient home is to know the builder responsible for the project is certified and experienced. Both the LEED Canada for Homes and the BuiltGreen programs provide current lists of accredited builders, but 34 home dĂŠcor and renovations aug - sep 2013

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areas should be big enough to accommodate your family or friends that will be using it. Make sure you use comfortable furnishings. Adding a propane heater can certainly extend the season for you to enjoy the different aspects of your outdoor spaces. Creating a meditative or relaxing area can be as simple as a hammock, big comfy chairs, or loungers for reading or napping. In order to get create intrigue within this space have that area around a curve in the path, or behind a hedge. The play area for younger children should be in plain view so it’s easy to keep an eye on their whereabouts. For older kids it can be a secret tree house or structure tucked into a corner if you are on a new site without large trees. The doggie area should be down the side of the house, preferably the side with the attached garage and out of sight. I have had clients where we enclosed the doggie bathroom in a circular hedge with the opening away from visible viewing areas. It looks great but I’m not sure it would work with older or all dogs. My girls have decided the new peastone path in my garden makes a great secondary doggy bathroom as their area has a peastone floor. Pavers are sounding like a better idea everyday as I try to teach them the path is for people to walk on!

Even in the smallest of spaces you can have a cozy relaxation area. This sitting area is separated from the rest of the garden by plants.

Outdoor kitchens can be as fully equipped as an interior kitchen or as simple as an outdoor grill accompanied by herbs in planters with a funky table and chairs. Make sure you have enough seating and table room for the family and friends you entertain in whatever style suits the surroundings and that you love! To help keep it interesting have it separated from the rest of the outdoor spaces, have herbs and vegetables in antique stands or pots that can add visual interest and do not forget to add lighting. The outdoor lounging areas can be separated from the dining area by pathways or plantings. Very low hedges give the illusion of division and privacy while creating the desired effect. Lounging 36 home dĂŠcor and renovations aug - sep 2013

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planted in paths. Some plants release their scent only when open, while others only in the evening so plan your plants accordingly around the time of day you’ll be using each area. As well as fragrance, I like to use plants that bloom in whites or have heavily variegated foliage in areas that are mainly used at night as the whites seem to glow and brighten the areas. Speaking of brightening, lighting can make such a difference in your gardens and outdoor living spaces. Very well worth the effort and expense whether you go solar or electrical lighting. Garden structures always add interest. It can be anywhere from adding simple obelisks to plant on or going all out on a pergola for another entertaining area. The obelisk by varying the height of planting will catch your eye and who doesn’t love a beautiful vine covered pergola whether set up as a dining/ entertaining area or covering a hot tub? Even a simple garden shed, work shop, or potting shed if cleverly designed and attractive will drawn people in. If you have the space you can always add activity areas from tennis courts to putting greens! Once you have designated areas figured out and begin using the outdoor spaces, the list of ways to add interest is endless and limited only by your imagination and the amount of space you have. Happy outdoor living, Bonny

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provide specific items such as flooring, lighting equipment, tiles and kitchen cabinets. Have these items available to your renovator when needed to ensure the smooth progress of the work. Keep changes to a minimum. Most renovators are willing to accommodate changes to the original plan as you go along. However, changes may result in a cost increase or a time delay so make sure to discuss the implications with your renovator. Change orders, are amendments to the contract and must be signed by both parties. Be available to your renovator. Invariably, you will be asked to make a number of smaller decisions as the work progresses. Make sure that your renovator can reach you on short notice. Discuss any issues as they arise. Bring any questions to your renovator’s attention immediately. Finally, provide payment as agreed upon in the payment schedule set up in the contract. Be sure to hold back the appropriate amounts required by the Contractors’ Lien Act in your province. Follow these simple guidelines and you’ll enjoy a worry-free renovation that will help improve the quality of your life while adding value to your largest asset – your home! You can find more helpful renovation tips by visiting renomark.ca – the home of the national RenoMark program and a great source of renovation-related information. The site also features a searchable database of professional renovators in nine province and more than 40 communities. Check it out today!

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The major trend with customers seems to be a transitional style, Pound says. “They want soft lines in more of the traditional forms,� he says. “They want classic style with cleaner lines, but not an industrial contemporary look. They want their decor to be approachable and have a style that will last.� He notes homeowners don’t have to redo an entire room to get a fresh look. For example, in a living room, you can change out just the coffee table, a sofa or chairs for a different look. “You also don’t have to be uniform in your decor; today’s style tends to be more eclectic,� Pound says. “People are looking for furniture that feels right and goes well together, and we’re bringing in a lot of different looks and styles so people can really pull off a unique look.� Upholstery pieces – sofas, chairs, sectionals – continue to be popular for our customers, Pound says. “Leather always has an appeal and there are some more interesting pieces being created in leather with ottomans and accent chairs.

“One manufacturer, Stickley, is setting the trend,� Pound says. “They have been known for their Mission and Arts & Crafts style, but they’ve really expanded their lines and are doing a more modern style that is really proving popular with buyers.� Typically when people look to freshen their home’s decor “they look at the living room because so much time is spent there with friends and family, and it can really set the tone for the rest of the space,� says Marie-Claire Williams, sales and design consultant with Cardel Renovations. “There are easy ways to freshen up your home such as space planning,� she says. “You can rearrange your existing furniture, which can give a completely different flow and feel to the room. “A fresh coat of paint is one of the most inexpensive ways to brighten your space,� she says. “In the fall you’re not going to have as much natural light so you want to air towards warmer colours for the colder months.� “Greige,� a mixture of grey and beige is the “hot� colour, she says, because it’s got a beautifully warm neutral base, and compliments most furniture choices and colour palettes. “We’re also seeing a lot of wallpaper, particularly on feature walls. This is a fantastic way to add colour, depth and texture to

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“ DON’T BE AFRAID TO ADD NEW THINGS, THEN LIVE WITH IT FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND SEE WHAT’S MISSING; IT’S ALL ABOUT SCALE AND BALANCE,â€? “is great because we’re seeing more personality shine through; we’re seeing a combination of different styles, fabrics and colours in a room and people are doing what feels right for them. “Don’t be afraid to add new things, then live with it for a little while and see what’s missing; it’s all about scale and balance,â€? she says. When it comes to freshening small spaces, Mark Adolf, director of business development for Resource Furniture Alberta, says they approach it as space reinvented. “We typically have two types of customers: those who live in condos and smaller homes and need to maximize their space, 58 home dĂŠcor and renovations aug - sep 2013

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that can transform into a bed when you need it.� Or you can turn that small bedroom into an inviting sitting room, library or TV room with a beautiful couch, shelf and storage combo that can easily double as a bed. “The couch is very popular because it gives people another use for a room,� Adolf says. “When I talk with people I ask them how they want to use the space and from there develop a plan to freshen it up.� Adolf says the trend today is toward simplifying and having multi-functional furniture suits that need. “For example, we have a coffee table that can be at couch height, at desk height and then rise to a dining table height. People really like having that versatility of multi-functional furniture and it’s a great way to freshen the space.�

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In a perfect world we should either need or love every item we have in our home – and if this is taken to the logical extreme it means that all the functional items (Philippe Starck’s exquisitely elegant citrus juicer is a magnificent example) are well designed and aesthetically pleasing. I realised how important quality becomes when you have very little – high end bed linens, towels and robes added a significant level of comfort. Frequently when we design our interiors we focus primarily on how it looks. However we are equipped with five senses which should all be considered. Sight is of course the frontrunner – that immediate first impression one gets when walking into a room and sees shapes and colours. Sound should be considered too – enjoy the sound of running water, music or simply quietness, or open the window and let the sounds of the birds and the wind in the trees permeate your space. Smell is really important and I have been in too many homes which look beautiful but smell like our fourlegged friends! From a personal perspective I prefer the smell of a clean home to that of scent diffusers, which always make me wonder what odours are being covered up. Fresh flowers can add a subtle scent to any room. Touch is often overlooked – the feel of crisp hotel sheets is one that most of us are familiar with. The quality and texture of upholstery, rugs or anything we come into contact with (cutlery is a good example as cheap spoons have sharp edges!!) immediately sets the tone. It is always worth investing as much as fits your budget in items we touch. Finally the sense of taste can 64 home dÊcor and renovations aug - sep 2013

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be addressed by enjoying a great glass of wine while you relax in your visually beautiful, quiet, fresh smelling and physically soothing space. This sounds great if we are designing a new interior and can start from scratch. However living a full life means that “stuff� somehow seems to accumulate and follow you. All those cute collectibles when travelling somehow land up on a shelf in the living room when you get back home, often looking a little forlorn and miserably out of place. When you are at the Oktoberfest in Germany and you fall in love with that ornately decorated beer tankard, ask yourself where it will go in your home (and whether it is the beer that is doing the talking!) before you purchase it. Sometimes photographs are enough of a memento of a great vacation. If your home does feel cluttered and you want that fresh look, start doing the audit. Literally examine every item and ask yourself firstly “do I need it?� and secondly “do I love it?� If there is no immediate “yes�, it is time to move it along by selling, regifting, donation or disposal. Be ruthless and don’t feel obliged to keep items you dislike because they were given as a gift – it is the thoughtfulness and the act of giving that was important and worth cherishing, not the item itself.

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than others, IE a furnace heat exchanger will more than likely have a longer warranty period than the furnace control board. Some items will not be covered under the warranty for a product. If a material such as fiberglass roofing shingles fade because of exposure to the elements, it will not typically be covered within the product warranty. Make sure you know what is and what is not covered under the material portion of the warranty. Material warranties are provided and backed by the product manufacturer, so be aware, in many cases you will have to deal directly with the manufacturer to resolve product warranty issues. The labour component of a warranty will cover workmanship issues. Many renovation contractors offer an industry standard 2 year labour. The workmanship warranty standard does vary between industries. Some companies will offer a 1 year workmanship warranty on items such as appliance repairs, exterior painting, and so on. This means the installer or contractor should take care of any costs associated with installation issues within the specific time-frame. aug - sep 2013 home dĂŠcor and renovations 67

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