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NOVEMBER 2012 - JANUARY 2013 VOLUME 11 ISSUE 06

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JDL HOMES Vancouver: RENOVATE ONCE AND DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME

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contents

volume 11 issue 6

Nov 2012 - jaN 2013

08 cover story

features

tips & tricks

14 Boutique living

12 TQ Construction:

JDl Homes

Renovate once and do it right! by janine mackie

yes, Sur-rey

by yanic simard

25 Gifts from the heart: Gift Guide

by silvana longo

35 Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New by silvana longo

40 Entertaining holiday style by erica gelman

Love your home

17 Team up for your renovation by john Friswell

20 Hosting the perfect holiday bash

by amanda swanland

32 Renovating and saving with natural gas

34 Put a value on your time

business profile 18 INTERMIND DESIGN: Open to change by janine mackie

by hellen buttigieg

38 Ask a pro: Be prepared by shell busey

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COVERSTORY

JDL HOMES: Renovate once and do it right! BROTHER TEAM BREATHES LIFE BACK INTO KITSILANO OLD-TIMER WHILE BUILDING CRAFTSMAN-STYLE INFILL HOME by JANINE MACKIE

rom their earliest of memories growing up on the family farm, brothers Jeff and Doug Langford were taught the ethics of hard work. “Do it right the first time, or don’t do it at all. Whether we were building a fence or a barn, that was our father’s mantra for life, and it’s a principle that guides our business and approach to renovations and new construction today,” said Jeff Langford of JDL Homes. Their new office is now open at The Design Centre at 1910 Ontario St., in Vancouver. The creative space is shared with Janis Gosbee Design Inc., and door and window specialists, Modern Classic Building Solutions. While the companies work independently, this showroom is an inspiring venue new clients to dream big and talk realistically about their construction plans and building budgets, while looking at various product samples.

“It was quite the transformation,” said Doug. “Our quality of work was noticed and it wasn’t long before we were renovating the homes on either side as well. We ran with it, and have never looked back.” Licensed new-home builder, general contractor and certified Build Green builder, today JDL Homes’ scope of work includes everything from small bathroom renovations and extensive kitchen makeovers, to million-dollar custom home builds, and everything in between. They pride themselves in their quality of work and being able to provide clients with a finished product that’s far from the status quo. " We take time and care in the actual process to educate our clients, and make sure what’s behind the walls is done right," said Jeff.

LIFE ON FAMILY FARM TAUGHT ETHIC OF HARD WORK

Take a typical bathroom renovation for example, JDL Homes encourages its clients to consider the true value of using quality materials. “If you are spending several thousand dollars on a new bathroom, don’t let 200 to 300 extra dollars spent in the correct materials and an extra day of labour on proper

With Doug’s extensive sales and business background, and Jeff’s broad range of construction experience, it was a natural progression for them to go into business together, just like their father and his brothers did. Their partnership began about 10 years ago with the decision to renovate and flip Jeff’s townhome in Yaletown. 8 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

MONEY WELL SPENT ON EFFICIENT MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND QUALITY MATERIALS

waterproofing stand in your way,” said Jeff. “In the end, you’re getting a bathroom that is indestructible.” With their knowledge, expertise and impressive portfolio of heritage restorations, laneway and custom homes, JDL Homes was short listed by Janis Gosbee Design Inc. to recommend to her clients who wanted to breathe new life into their Kitsilano old-timer, as well as realize the full potential of an RT-8 zoned lot by building an adjacent infill home for their adult children. RENOVATING HERITAGE HOMES IS AN ART FORM CAPABLY PERFORMED BY JDL HOMES

“We love challenges and the adventure of tricky, sophisticated renovations, so this project was right down our alley,” said the brothers. Different from a laneway home, which is basically an extension of the main home, infill is a legal separate entity with its own address and potential to be used for extended family, guest house or even sold to other homeowners. Once permits and city conditions were established, Jeff, Doug and their team of seasoned trades people and staff set to work, first bringing the main house back to its initial footprint. During that process the brothers discovered beautiful 6’ x 6’ fir beams in the original structure. Creative prowess told them they could be a stunning addition to the remodel and new construction. The beams were sandblasted on site, returned back to a stunning brown patina and integrated into the homes’ design. “We used them for vaulted ceilings in the bedrooms, and as a rustic fireplace mantel. The owners absolutely love it as it preserves a part of the old house into their new space,” said Jeff. Choosing quality and timeless finishes over trends, the homeowners’ vision was for a well-built home where they could live forever and never have to remodel again. Working from the inside out, the foundation was underpinned, old structural beams were exchanged with new steel beams, slabs replaced, an energy-efficient HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) and in-floor radiant heating system installed, and stunning white oak hardwood site finished with a custom stain. Inside there’s a sense of flow from room to room where the transformation is dramatic yet ushering a feeling of

SLIDING PANEL ABOVE TWO-SIDED FIREPLACE CAN HIDE FLAT SCREEN TV OR DISPLAY BOOKSHELF

SANDBLASTED FIR BEAMS RECLAIMED FROM ORIGINAL HOUSE ADD CHARACTER TO CEILING OF MASTER BEDROOM

BRIGHT KITCHEN FEATURES WHITE AND MAPLE STAINED CABINETS

MISSION: Remodel 1900 sq.ft. Kitsilano bungalow and build adjacent 1100 sq.ft. inﬁll home with attached garage ARCHITECT: Wiedemann Architectural Design INTERIOR DESIGNER: Janis Gosbee Design Inc. BUILDER: JDL Homes Vancouver

warmth, comfort and relaxation. Unique features like the built-in buffet with antique mirror and crystal knobs add character, while the custom cabinetry by Citation Kitchens and Onyx bamboo granite countertops work together to create a fabulous culinary space. Fulfilling the wish for a dreamy bedroom, the main house’s master suite is over 500 sq.ft., and includes a walk-in closet, sitting area, king bed and French doors leading to a private Juliet balcony. Whether taking a leisurely bath or enjoying the exhilarating spray in the frameless glass shower with bench seat, the bathroom is indulgent with Grohe fixtures, Opalina marble countertops and three-inch hexagonal mosaic floor tile. Quintessential Craftsman, the homes are characterized by a gabled roofline, handsome decorative elbows, hand-cut on site, fir columns, wooden-framed windows, and cedar shakes painted in Benjamin Moore’s dramatic “Maple Leaf Red.” The timeless appeal and lifelong 10 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

OLD-TIMER TRANSFORMED INTO BEAUTIFUL CRAFTSMAN HOME WITH OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

strength of natural bluestone paving stone is the finishing touch which connects the homes with a walkway and family fire pit. BACKYARD INFILL HOMES CAN BE BUILT ON MOST TWO-FAMILY (RT ZONED) LOTS

What was once a single-family lot in one of Vancouver’s most desirable communities is now one of the most talked about addresses amongst neighbours. Could the answer to helping family members into the housing market also be in their backyard? “I definitely think we’re going to be seeing a lot more infill housing in Vancouver,” said Doug. “When done right, it's a creative housing solution for adult children, extra income or for downsizing later on, while blending with the character of the neighbourhood.” Doug and Jeff are flattered by the reaction of those who pass by. “It’s the greatest compliment,” said Jeff. “People stop, flabbergasted that the homes are so beautiful. We feel blessed to have that ability and that we can make such a huge impact on our clients’ lives.” JDL HOMES combines technical and creative expertise with excellent communication during all phases of renovation and custom building. They offer fair pricing for high standards, realistic timelines, project management and work alongside the architect and interior designer of your choice. Not just homebuilders, Jeff and Doug are partners in fulﬁlling the unique vision of home for your family. Phone: (604) 568-9983, Online: www.jdlhomesvancouver.com or visit The Design Center at 1910 Ontario St. in Vancouver.

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TQ ConsTruCTion

Love your home

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Many people view their home as a personal retreat, and create each room to have a role in their lifestyle. A den or a master suite can be redesigned to become your personal retreat within a retreat. The importance of these spaces varies greatly from person to person. So before drafting begins, your designer will get to know you and how you prefer to work or relax. This information gathering phase sets the stage for the solutions to follow.

Are you looking for ways to enhance your holiday decor but are not sure where to start? Here are a few things to help keep you in the holiday spirit.

Typically, the den is a room that evokes feelings of comfort, warmth and relaxation. Although it can be similar to a living room, it is usually more versatile in its function and often goes by other names. Your den may be referred to as your study, family room, home office, library, home cinema, recreation room, spare bedroom, or man cave.

Master Retreats

How much time do you spend working out of your home? Are your preferences for a steam shower or an air jetted tub? Does the walk-in closet require a makeup vanity and a sink? … Your designer will learn what your activities are so that offered solutions will closely match your needs. The best information is both wideranging and detailed; historical and forward looking. Solutions will also depend on available technologies, new materials, fashion, the current utility of the home. Underutilized areas or rooms in a home are opportunities to improve flow. So, have high expectations. The beauty and functionality of your new spaces will draw you in. Shouldn’t you love every single room in your home?

Create a holiday theme. This should be something personal that reflects your taste. Are you a nature lover? Deep red berries, birds, and cedar garlands, mixed with white twinkly lights will truly bring the outdoors in. Do you dream of a winter wonderland? Icicles, snowflakes, glittery accents, and hits of blue and white lights bring your dream to life. Or are you more family centered? Red and gold accents, nutcrackers, toy soldiers and stockings set a more classic holiday mood. Whatever your theme, it’s important to follow through. Repeat your holiday decorating style in different ways, from the outside of your home to the ornamentation over your fireplace. By doing so you create a cohesive holiday display to enjoy over the festive season. When it comes to lighting it’s all about LEDs. They are a safe, energy efficient, lighting source that come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are available in many colours to suit almost any holiday theme.

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Although most people prefer to have a separate room for a den, this isn’t always possible. Strategic placement of furniture, floor coverings and drapes can effectively set your den apart from a shared space. Before you furnish and accessorize your den, decide if the room will be used as a retreat, or a room that will be used by the entire family and guests. Use lighting to create a cozier atmosphere. You can attain this by using a dimmer switch, side table lighting, or floor lamps. Historically, the den was primarily used for entertainment. Today, you can incorporate built-ins to house books, movies and entertainment systems, projector screens for a home theater room, sound proofing for major sound systems, a fireplace for quiet, relaxing evenings by the fire, or a combination of the above!

Retreat! Retreat! Winter is invading! The phrase ‘master retreat’ conjures a feeling and a vision that’s different for everyone but, for most of us, comfort and convenience are the desired result. How to plan for convenience? Think about the nicest hotel you’ve ever stayed in. Was there a TV in the bathroom? A steam shower? Slippers at the tub, and luxurious towels hung in abundance? Scented soaps within arm’s reach? Well, now we know what ‘over the top’ means… Seriously—write your to-do list to include your wildest wishes. Always start with what you want, and then move on to constraints such as space and budget. Trust the process; if you let these perceived constraints get in the way of discovering what both spouses really yearn for, you could design an unsatisfactory master suite. Now, that really would be a waste! When it comes to comfort, the ‘over the top’ hotel room is designed for the convenience and efficiency of the hotel chain, rather than for your lifetime use. A little design is in order here to make your master suite truly yours! As your ideas take shape, you will find that the services of a qualified designer will bring them into focus. Winter, we win!

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FEATURE

boutique living

yes, Sur-rey by yanIc sImard

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I’ve always dreamed of lIvIng

in a hotel, and during a recent stay at my favourite accommodation in New York City, The Surrey Hotel & Spa, I decided to really take note this time of the unique design aspects that this luxe accommodation exudes. Located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, near the scenic Central Park and many prominent boutique shops, this 1920s style Beaux-Arts designed residential townhouse is one of the finest, quaintest hotels that the city – or the world – has to offer. I wanted to bring it all back with me to share with you and give you a little piece of heaven – a place that you should all treat yourself to and stay at one day.

Photo credit: The Surrey Hotel

There are features of the transitional design that stand out immediately, like the extensive artwork collection – particularly the oversized piece of Kate Moss that greets you as you enter the lavish lobby, setting the tone for your entire stay and what’s to come. The subtle and sultry expression on her face says it all. And then there are other features that aren’t so noticeable right away, but when you recognize them you fully appreciate them, and like I’m known to say, “it’s all in the details.” As you go through the hotel’s common areas and down the halls that lead you to your home away from home, you notice that one common colour scheme is carried throughout. The mix of grey, cream, white and tan with dark and medium-toned woods create a soothing palette that make for a true homey feel, in conjunction with the highly stylish yet extremely comfortable furnishings. This scheme is carried right down the halls with the painted faux wainscotting through to the hotel rooms themselves, which is where I drew most of my inspiration from and noticed many of the smaller details I made point of earlier. Not one square foot of the interior of this structure was left unnoticed or untouched. The intricate doorknobs, carefully picked hardware, substantial baseboard, ceiling detail, Art Deco grid vent covers, door profiles and bevelled door panels are just the start of the list of particulars that The Surrey’s got covered. They even matched nov 2012 - jan 2013 home décor and renovations 15

THe LayouT anD poSITIonInG of THe furnITure IS anoTHer aSpeCT THaT I aLSo founD To be exTreMeLy weLL-THouGHT ouT. the subtle chevron pattern of the wall covering material behind the headboard to that of the throw on the bed. I really adore how they mix the lighting too – each room has a carefully selected array of sconces, floor lamps, table lamps and pot lights, ready to set any mood you like with their pre-set options for activities such as reading or television watching, or you can control them yourself with dimmers and switches conveniently but discreetly located throughout the suite. The layout and positioning of the furniture is another aspect that I also found to be extremely well-thought out. Each suite radiates the feeling that everything is exactly where it should be, with well-defined areas in a more open type of concept (sitting, working, 16 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

sleeping, kitchen, eating). Each room feels perfectly filled and layered with pieces – nothing lacking, nothing owing. And last but not least, the bathroom – or should I say the ensuite spa. These beautifully designed bathrooms are just as comparable to their world-acclaimed Cornelia Spa. Just about every inch of these generously sized rooms are covered by exquisite Calacatta marble — from the floors, the walls and the vanities, the mix of patterns (brick and straight lay) and tile sizes — and they all scream opulence. The oversized mirrors, mix of lighting, rain shower, soaker tub and chrome finishes collectively equal one of the most beautifully designed hotel bathrooms you’ll ever see. Now that I have found my love for The Surrey, I also find that it’s the main reason I keep going back to New York City – besides my work of course! I’ve always dreamed of living in a hotel. And if I did, it would be the boutique hotel, The Surrey. But for now, it’s just a dream that I can take parts of the luxury boutique hotel home by implementing some of their well-appointed features and design ideas into my own space.

YAnic SimARd yanic is the design editor of New Condo Guide and principal designer of Toronto Interior Design Group. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, yanic often applies his signature high/ low and old/new combination techniques in developing his unique designs. He has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. tidg.ca • facebook.com/yanic.simard • twitter.com/yanicsimard

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Team up for your Renovation by John FRiswell ,

President of CCi renovations

RenovaTions aRe one oF The mosT complex Types of construction out there. The combination of trades, sub trades, designers, clients and professionals may be similar to building a house but how they relate on your specific project is what makes the difference between a good renovation and a renovation disaster. Personality is a big part of any renovation - the interaction of those personalities, which by the way include the home’s own personality, is paramount to ensuring a successful renovation. No other construction type has this fundamental issue or trait. For that very reason, it is extremely important to employ a renovation team that is willing to take on the challenge and work with you to come out with a project you will be proud of for years to come. What we at CCI Renovations bring to the table as a DesignBuild renovator is a team tailored to work with you on whatever kind of renovation you are doing. And make no mistake, even a single bathroom or simple basement upgrade benefits from our team approach. We employ a team that includes a designer, project managers, sales, office administration and field staff like carpenters and labourers. Steps include initial contact, site visits, design meetings (including material selections and supplier visits), permit drawings (professional and municipality consultations), budgeting

and contract, construction (this includes project management and control), numerous meetings with all members of the team, problem solving (as you will have some kind of issue at some point— guaranteed!), quality control, warranty and servicing, among other things. The scope of what needs to be covered in even the smallest renovation is exhausting and that is what using a team approach is meant to alleviate. The joining of our personalities with yours helps to make the process as painless as possible—and how we communicate is key to making sure you are confident in the process and the results. The old adage “There is no “I” in team” still applies today. Keep your eye on the outcome and we will keep our eyes on the successful implementation of the plan that we both have worked so hard on to make right. And don’t forget to trust in the fact that we have many years of experience working on renovations, and that we continuously learn to stay on top of everything from management style to the latest kitchen designs. We strive to be industry leaders, as we are also qualified in the areas of green renovations and age-friendly renovations that will assist people now and well into the future depending on their health. Whatever type of renovation you choose - you can rest assured that you will get what you pay for with CCI.

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OPEN TO

change by Janine Mackie

To launch stylish redo, INTERMIND DESIGN demolishes dividing walls and creates great family gathering entertainment space

before sHot of tHe renovation

Happiness is seeing your client dance witH joy

in her new space. Just like a mother who forgets the arduous hours of labour when she feasts her eyes on her new born babe, so Mila Djuras, renowned renovator and principal of Intermind Design, lives for the moment when she first sees a family back in their home after months of strenuous renovation. This fall Intermind Design completed the remodel of the Bifano family’s house in the Deer Lake neighbourhood of Burnaby. With professional careers on full throttle and a busy household with two teenage sons, this couple was looking for a competent renovator whom they could award full creative license to transform their home into a modern expression of the way they live. “They look so good in that space,” reflects Mila as she works backwards and describes the current scene as though the months of removing walls and installing new cabinetry are overshadowed by the families’ current state of bliss. “I stopped in after work to see the husband relaxing in the armchair, one of the boys lying on the sectional watching TV, the other on his laptop at the kitchen, and the mom happily moving about the house and admiring the artistic black and white photographs I chose for the home.” For Mila, who merges the philosophy that home is not just physical, but emotional, spiritual, intellectual and 18 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

“for me designing this home was very much about finding a way to build into the clean look of modern design with a sufficient amount of warmth and an overall look that is timeless.” Mila dJuras,

owner IntermInd desIgn interactive, this scene was a resounding compliment of a job well done, and proof that it’s possible to both modernize and customize a home. “For me designing this home was very much about finding a way to build into the clean look of modern design with a sufficient amount of warmth and an overall look that is timeless,” describes Mila. “We pretty much created a new tradition which is neither too casual, nor too formal, but well suited for the house itself, its location and just right for this lovely family.” Exterior makes a statement on the street while mirroring its modern interior

The owners, Paul and Konstanze Bifano wanted to completely recreate their home stylistically, and to make a design statement that sat comfortably in its neighbourhood, but also exuded a distinctly modern expression. Intermind Design set to work, removing the

old deck, sliding doors and iron railings and replacing them with a contemporary facade featuring smooth cedar tongue and groove detailing, black fascia around the retrofitted windows and a front door which makes a bold design statement. The families’ biggest wish was to open the kitchen to the dining room. Intermind Design took that dream and expanded the space even more by removing the wall to the living room to create a space that commands the home. Fire engine red cabinets have now been replaced with a gorgeous customized Ikea kitchen, accentuated with zebra wood accents, sandstone countertops, laminate flooring with solid wood treads and modern stainless steel appliances. Emphasis on architecture and palette is evident in the living room

Cold greys and warm neutrals are at play, flowing from the soft leather furnishings, to the walnut veneer dining table and then painted on accent walls to create a subtle divide between spaces. Mila’s professionalism and keen design sense certainly doesn’t go unnoticed as she brings the space together with metallic accents, unique sculptural items and a statement-making Noguchi coffee table. “Mila has the gift of understanding her clients,” says Konstanze Bifano. “She’s a good listener and pays attention to details. Her crew treats the client’s home like they would their own, which leaves great comfort.” Continually exceeding expectations, Intermind Design is recognized in the industry with numerous awards including Gold Georgies in the Best Residential Renovation category, Best Kitchen and Best Condo Renovation. Visit online at IntermindDesign.ca or call Mila Djuras personally at 604.338.9936. nov 2012 - jan 2013 home décor and renovations 19

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Hosting tHe Perfect

holiday bash by AmAndA SwAnlund

It’S thAt tIme of yeAr AgAIn! Parties, celebrations and

8 Set up your home in a party friendly manner: Dim the

mixers galore will fill up your calendar and leave you with a busy holiday schedule. But what if it’s your turn to host? Feeling nervous? Not sure what food to serve, what music to play and what décor to use? Here are some fool proof tips to get you through your party and become host of the year!

lights - no harsh spotlights or fluorescents please. Add a bunch of candles to create a feeling of coziness. Make sure to de-clutter the space before you even set up the décor. Nobody wants to see your pile of bills or laundry! Put out fresh hand towels in the washroom, clear some space in your coat closet and even arrange your furniture to encourage guests to circulate. And always ensure there is comfortable seating. 9 Add a fresh holiday scent. Burn candles in scents like fir or evergreen for the holiday spirit. 10 Enjoy yourself! Yes you are the host, but don’t waste time and energy worrying about the décor or food not being perfect. If you are prepared and organized, you will feel at ease and your guests will feel welcomed and excited to be celebrating the holidays with you.

1 Make the guest list early- December’s schedule tends

to fill up really fast, so if you want a great turn out, make sure to invite your friends and family at least a few weeks in advance. 2 Send out your invitation via mail or phone, it’s much more personalized than an e-vite. 3 Start planning the meal that will be served. Having a more casual, relaxed party? Then serve hors d’oeuvres and onebite finger foods enabling guests to walk around and mingle with ease. If you’re having a more formal sit down dinner party, plan out the timing of the food and what will work well together on the menu. Or better yet, get it catered! 4 Have a signature cocktail: Scour the web or Pinterest for great holiday cocktails that will have your guests requesting more. Try an Eggnog martini or peppermint hot chocolate for dessert! 5 Speaking of spirits: Make sure to let your guests know if it is a BYOB event or not. If not, plan to have a minimum of two types of white wine, three types of red and a selection of beer and hard liquor with a few different mixers. And don’t forget the ice! 6 Music is a must: Don’t fret about playing all holiday music; you can add a few themed songs in your playlist here and there. 7 Decorate, decorate, decorate! It is a great idea to build off of your existing colour scheme in the house. The holidays do not have to be just about red and green! Decorations come in all different modern colours so you can completely customize your look. My favourite stores to shop at include The Bay, Michaels, Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn and Chintz & Co. There is a plethora of decorations for your tree, table and mantle. 20 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

Happy Holidays!

AmAndA SwAnlund Interior Designer, Amanda Swanlund, credits her creative flair to an early exposure to the design world. Growing up, she had a passion for all things of beauty and inspirational spaces. In addition to receiving a Diploma of Interior Design from BCIT, she continually enrolls in decorating courses to keep up to date with current trends and ideas. Principal designer and head of Twenty One Two Designs Inc., Amanda develops each project by taking a multi-sensory approach to the space, and creates environments that are classic with a modern twist, inviting, inspiring and most of all, personal. Her ability to bring freshness and vibrancy while paying close attention to detail ensures that she achieves exceptional spaces tailored to the client’s lifestyle. She believes that what makes a home truly divine is the resulting pride and enjoyment of the owner. www.twentyonetwo.ca

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ith low interest rates – now is an ideal time to tap into the available equity in your home to fund your renovation needs. As a homeowner, you understand the importance of maintaining your home to ensure it ages well with the times. But you also know that it can be daunting when you think about all of the ongoing costs for renovations and maintenance required to keep your home to your liking. The good news is, if you have built up equity in your home, refinancing your mortgage is a cost-effective way to have funds available for the renovation of your home. It’s important to keep in mind that with the new mortgage rules you can only refinance your mortgage if you have more than 20% of equity in your home.

One refinance strategy that mortgage consumers often use involves extending their amortization period – to a maximum of 30 years – so they can lock into an excellent fixed rate for their mortgage and renovation expenses. In addition to setting you up with a new lower mortgage payment, a Mortgage Expert can also find a lender that offers the most flexible prepayment privileges. If you choose to refinance, it’s important to note that there may be penalties for paying out your existing mortgage loan prior to renewal, but these penalties will be offset by a lower interest rate and, at the same time, you can access extra money to put towards your renovations. Thanks to lower interest rates, when refinancing and taking on more

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debt your payment would be less than before, having extra cash available to pay your mortgage off faster. Most mortgage products, for instance, include pre-payment privileges that enable you to pay from 10% to 25% of the original principal amount of your mortgage in a lump sum payment per calendar year. This will also help reduce your amortization period (the length of your mortgage), which, in turn, saves you money. On top of the lump sum payments, some mortgages also allow borrowers to pay anywhere from an extra 10% to 25% of their monthly mortgage payments to up to double the payment.

using Home equity Line of credit (HeLoc) Another option to enable you to access funds for renovations is to have a portion of your mortgage in a fixed interest rate and another portion as a HELOC. Advantages: • Lower interest rates than credit cards or other high-interest means of accessing funds. • Access to equity on an add-needed basis and you only pay interest on the portion that you use. • Pay the HELOC off at any time without a penalty. • Substantial savings versus using a credit card or loan. HELOC at 3.50% interest, compared to 18% for a credit card or loan. • Lower payments. For instance, a $50,000 credit card balance with a 3% monthly payment means $1,500 must be paid each month in comparison with the interest-only payment on the HELOC, you’re only required to pay approximately $146 per month, based on an annual interest rate of 3.50%. When looking to access home equity, it’s best to speak to a Mortgage Expert to find an option that suits your personal needs.

Plan with a Pro By Eileen Wu

White kitchen cabinets are timeless. They can help your kitchen achieve either a cool modernity or a warm cottage-like look, or anything in between. You can never have enough light in a kitchen, and having all cabinets in white gives your kitchen a bright, open, inviting look. When I switched my kitchen to all white kitchen cabinets and doors a few months ago, I find that it looks a lot brighter, even though my kitchen lighting remains the same. I actually save on electricity by leaving a couple of lights off and I still get the same level of brightness I had before with my old brown kitchen colour scheme. A lot of people tell me that they want white cabinets, but they do not know what kinds of white material are available or the difference between them and which material is the best one for them. You have to divide between the material used for the cabinet and the material used for all the visible parts.

All the paint finishings have a nice and unique touch, you can have them in any colour you dream of as long as they are water- and heatresistant. The surface is easy to clean with a damp rag and some mild soap.

2 Thermofoil: Thermofoil refers to a process where a thin layer of rigid vinyl is heat-fused to doors, drawers and other surfaces. This creates a smooth surface with a uniform colour and texture that can also be more durable than paint (depending on the foil and process used). Thermofoil cabinets and surfaces are a less expensive solution and can be more resistant to getting nicked and scratched than paint. 3 White melamine: Another material that makes gleaming white kitchens possible at a very affordable price is white laminated surface. This is a synthetic polymer material that’s fire-resistant, heat-tolerant, waterresistant and can have a smooth, uniform

colour and texture. This is the most common material for cabinet corpus parts. They are easy to clean and heat- and water-resistant. You can also use it as a less expensive solution for front or other visible parts, but not everyone likes the look and the touch of melamine. Whatever surface material you choose, it’s likely available in many styles and price ranges all the way from a low price point to top-of-the-line. Always make sure to deal with a knowledgeable, reputable designer and don’t skimp on substrate to which the finishing materials are bonded. They determine the overall quality and durability of your shiny new white kitchen cabinets and will make your dream kitchen a reality. Don’t forget, this will be an investment that will last at least the next 20 to 40 years! To be continued in the next edition ……

The most popular white material for the visible parts is:

1 Painted white colour on MDF, plywood or solid wood. This is the best and the most expensive way to get the look and touch you want for your kitchen. While the finish material is the same, the base material can be different: MDF responds the best to humidity levels, it offers a solid base with very little movement – even with a five-piece door construction, you have no hairline cracks due to material shrinking. Out of MDF you can produce all visible parts like: doors, filler, finished ends,… Plywood is mostly used just for finished ends. You should only consider this if all your cabinets are produced in plywood. The quality is not as good as MDF. It’s normally not used for doors. As Solid Wood is the most expensive, natural, but for painting critical material, it’s normally just used for front parts such as doors, drawer fronts, filler, mouldings, not for the corpus parts. Due to the nature of wood, it absorbs humidity causing it to grow when it’s humid or wood shrinks when the air is too dry, the paint might start showing hairline cracks after a while if you don’t control the humidity level in your kitchen. nov 2012 - jan 2013 home décor and renovations 23

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installing weather stripping, the couple reduced their gas consumption by 26 per cent. Laura and Jacqueline aren’t the only homeowners who have found comfort, convenience, and savings in natural gas. Barb, owner of a 1970s split-level home in White Rock, was facing an aging water heater, an inefficient fireplace and “virtually no insulation in the attic” when she switched to a hybrid high-efficiency water heater and saw dramatic savings. Barb also qualified for a 50 per cent rebate from FortisBC. “FortisBC’s offer was one I couldn’t pass up.” By making some simple yet effective improvements such as a new gas water heater, Barb saw her energy usage go to 1 GJ per month from the previous 3.5 GJ per month. If you’re not already using natural gas, or if upgrading natural gas appliances is on your to-do list, visit fortisbc.com/gasisgood to learn how you can get the most out of this popular energy source in your home. Here you will also discover rebates to help you upgrade to energy efficient natural gas appliances. To follow Laura Lee and Jacqueline’s renovation story, visit lezrenovate.com.

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put a value on your time by hellen BuTTigieg There are many Time-consuming acTiviTies we

do, despite the fact that we don’t enjoy doing them. Could our time possibly be better spent? You need to decide if it is possible to unburden yourself and liberate your time by improving your methods or delegating some tasks. If it’s a choice between kids and cleaning or sleep versus cooking, why not call in a cleaner or the caterers if it fits into your budget. If you can’t find ways to delegate or hire to get the job done then at least give yourself some ‘me’ time between tasks. As the holidays approach, your time will become more pressed, try it and see if you enjoy the approaching season just a little more with a little less on the agenda.

People feel better when they can contribute and it makes the meal more interesting. While you’re at it, consider putting your kids to work during the event or hiring students to help out. They can take coats as guests arrive, freshen up the appetizer plates and load the dishwasher. They’ll be learning valuable skills and perhaps making some extra money and you’ll be a more relaxed and joyful host!

Make room for fun If you aren’t particularly excited about that organizing project you have to work on, consider ways you can make it more enjoyable. Perhaps you can listen to your favorite music, have the TV on in the background, or invite a friend over to socialize with (especially one that makes you laugh). Although I’m always thrilled to work on organizing tasks in my home, I really dread ironing. So I iron while watching mindless TV shows (my ‘guilty pleasure’ is X-Factor). The job gets done and it doesn’t feel like drudgery.

Ask and you shall receive As the popular Rolling Stones song goes, “You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you might find you get what you need”. The part they left out of the lyrics is “...if you just ask”. Few people ask for what they need. We expect that those around us will just know what we need, and that if they really care about us, we shouldn’t have to ask. However, most people aren’t mind readers, and even if they were, they’re probably too busy wrapped up in their own dayto-day challenges to notice when others around them are silently suffering or seeking their support. As an experiment, just for this week, find the courage to speak up and make a direct request; and don’t be surprised if you get both what you need and what you want.

Time is money Do you wish you had more time yet find yourself spending time to save money? If you spend hours doing unpleasant tasks that you could hire someone to do, or drive across the city to save a few dollars on a grocery store special, you are squandering a precious commodity. Average people spend time to save money; successful people spend money to save time. Look at it this way: You can always make more money but you can never have more than 24 hours in a day. Before doing any task, get into the habit of asking yourself what it’s costing you in terms of your time and weigh the return on that investment.

Free Yourself Challenge yourself to spend one weekend a month without running any errands or doing chores. If you plan in advance, and use the time during the week effectively, it can be done. In fact, it may even motivate you to boost your productivity level during the week substantially. Use the time to just relax, unwind and putter around the house. If you find you’re feeling bored, let the initial discomfort pass– on the other side of boredom you’ll find peace and tranquility. Remember, we are human beings not human doings, so we need and deserve to spend some time just being - guilt-free.

Avoid mall madness Do you get stressed when shopping for gifts at the mall this time of year? Do those long line-ups and limited parking spots dampen your holiday spirit? If you hurry, there’s still time to shop online and have your items delivered in time. Many retailers offer free shipping or other incentives (i.e. free gifts) this time of year. Another option is to hire a personal shopper. Some major department stores actually offer this service at no cost, so ask. Remember to stick to your budget to avoid starting the new year with more debt! Help for the host Hosting a holiday soiree this year? Don’t be a superhero – accept help from others. Make it a potluck.

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and a beautiful summer with record breaking temperatures across Canada. I’m sure we were all hoping the year would be capped off with a traditional winter: snow, skiing, snowboarding and even snow shoveling. Out of the blue or should I say dark came Saturday October 27th. A 7.7 magnitude earthquake rumbled down the coast line. Were we ready? For those that are proactive, they were well prepared. For most, their reaction was – wow, what was that? An earthquake? What do we do now? Please print the list below out, and get all the recommended items. Don’t wait, or it may be too late.

pictures, mirrors, and pottery should be tightly strapped down to walls and shelves. 4 Apply safety film to the inside of the glass on windows in bedrooms, or any other areas where you may sleep (IE family room). This will protect you from injury due to glass shattering. 5 Ensure all foundation anchor bolts that fasten the wood frame to the foundation are tightened. Replace any missing nuts and washers. Purchase these items from any hardware store. 6 Secure china and television entertainment centres to the wall 7 Have brick, block and stone chimneys on older homes checked regularly for structural stability. 8 Mark your calendar to ensure that every 6 months you check your batteries in your smoke, fire and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure they are in good working order. Folks, please for the sake of your family, take an hour and review these important items above. Ensure everyone in your home knows the planned escape route from your home in case of an emergency. You should also have an escape route planned for the workplace, school and church. Also make sure your cell phone is always charged! Let’s all be prepared, Mother Nature doesn’t phone ahead to let us now of an upcoming disaster. Stay tuned I’ll be back with more future advice on AskShell.com

Basic EmErgEncy Kit:

› Water – at least two litres of water per person per day. Include small bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order › Food that won’t spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried foods (remember to replace the food and water once a year) › Manual can-opener › Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight (and extra batteries) › Wind-up or battery-powered radio (and extra batteries) › First aid kit › Special items such as prescription medications, infant formula and equipment for people with disabilities › Extra keys for your car and house › Some cash in smaller bills, such as $10 bills and change for payphones › A copy of your emergency plan and contact information › You may want to ensure you have a corded phone in your home, as most cordless phones will not work during a power outage rEcommEndEd additional itEms:

› Candles and matches or lighter (remember to place candles in sturdy containers and to put them out before going to sleep) › A change of clothing and footwear for each household member › Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each household member › A whistle (in case you need to attract attention) › Garbage bags for personal sanitation › Toilet paper and other personal care supplies › Safety gloves › Basic tools (hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, fasteners, work gloves) › Small fuel-driven stove and fuel (follow manufacturer’s directions and store properly) › Two litres of water per person per day for cooking and cleaning (jugs of water can be lined along the bottom of a deep freezer, for future use, and can keep your freezer contents from spoiling for a longer time should there be an extended power outage.)

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It’s that tIme of the year – friends

are gathering, family is arriving, the food is cooking, the presents are stacking and you are hosting a highly anticipated holiday event. In our house, the holiday party is a not-to-miss affair, I take this season very seriously and expect nothing less from my guests. It’s the one time of the year where everyone clears their schedules and unites together. Much like interior decorating, we suggest planning your holiday décor in advance. Decorating for the

holidays goes beyond just dressing your tree and hanging the lights. It also means setting your holiday table, decorating your entrance and creating a festive atmosphere around your house, especially if you are expecting guests. Prepare yourself for the amount of guests, the length of their stay and how many events you’ll be hosting. If you’re not hosting but rather attending, you still may want to make your home look and feel festive. The same principles apply to decorating your home day-to-day as they do to decorating your home for the holidays. The most important rule of design is consistency. Allow your holiday décor to reflect, in this case, a new season and embrace the spirit of the holidays. Start with a theme. Usually, I would say to stay away from any themed décor however, when it comes to the holidays I say, “Go wild!” Generally there is an excitement when it comes to the holidays and when entertaining I like to bring that excitement out in the details. For luxurious touches, what screams luxe more than glitzy gold or shimmering silver? You can add silver-rimmed wine or champagne glasses accompanied with gold leaf charge plates at the dinner table. This year – we would suggest mixing your metals similar to what we are seeing in fashion, you don’t just have to choose one. Want to try a new spin on traditional hues? You can incorporate royal jewel tones like emerald green and deep amethyst with silver accents and create your own classic design.

However, if it’s fresh and modern décor you’re ready to implement, try black and white punctuated with crystal accessories or gold finishes. Incorporate things that are simple with something somewhat special. It could be your grandmother’s antique china mixed in with modern flatware, or historic family ornaments decorated in new apothecary glass vases. When it comes to tabletop décor, a real statement comes from adding volume and height with various vignettes. If you want to leave your dining table strictly for tableware then decorate around the room or on the buffet table. You can add one large centrepiece in the middle and several smaller ones around the room or across the table. While flowers are typically thought of as common centrepieces, we like to add contemporary details like birch trees cut down to size, faux antlers, lots of candles and even fur throws on dining seats. Whether it’s Christmas, Chanukah or New Year’s Eve – be sure to deck your halls, dress your mantle, accessorize your tree, and set your tabletop.

erica gelman toronto-based designer Erica Gelman, Principal of Erica Gelman house of Design. Specializes in both large and small scale residential design projects throughout toronto and the GtA. Known for enhancing and creating new possibilities in every space of your home. house of Design www.ericagelman.com

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PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY A I R CO N DIT IONING

Lennox Industries (Canada) Ltd. 2962 Lake City Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A2 t: 604.421.5424 | www.lennox.com Air Purification Modern Pur Air, Coquitlam, Burnaby, Surrey, Chilliwack t: 1.877.987.7872 | www.modernpurair.com APPLIANCES

Euro Kitchens 7272 buller Ave Burnaby, BC, V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 | e: sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca ARCHITECTS

JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 e: doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t: 778.836.3103 e: jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com Robert Chester Architect 1585 West 4th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6J 1L6 t: 604.617.2649 | www.rchesterarch.com V6b Design Group 363 West 6th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V5Y 6824 t: 604.684.6824 | www.v6b.com AS B ESTO S T E ST ING

Epoch Analytical Inc. 18-62 Fawcett Road, Coquitlam t: 604.521.6806 | www.ealabs.ca BATH R O OMS / S PAS

Mr. Build 9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | e: mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com Blue Star Marble Ltd. 120-4691 Vanguard Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.4585 CCI Renovations 1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC, V6V 2M3 | t: 604.249.4688 t: 604.247.2000 | www.glstonetile.com Home Max Building Supplies t: 604-325-1559 www.homemaxbuildingsupplies.com InstaBaths t: 604.230.4235 | www.InstaBaths.com JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 e: doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t: 778.836.3103 e: jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com Level One Construction #236, 101-1184 Denman St, Vancouver, BC, V6G 2M9 | t: 604.647.1718 www.levelone.ca Lonetree Enterprise Ltd. 2990 Arbutus St, Vancouver BC, V6J 3Y9 | t: 604.739.1110 www.lonetreekitchens.ca Upper Level Homes and Construction 2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 | t: 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com

Well Balanced Designs and Renovations Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604-669-5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca

CO U N TER TO P S

EL ECTR I CA L S U P P LY

Abacado Building Supplies Ltd. 168-2851 Simpson Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2R2 | t: 604.270.2388

Ameleco Richmond #6 12191 Bridgeport Rd 778-296-2570

BU I LD I N G MATERI A LS

Blue Star Marble Ltd. 120-4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.4585

All Weather Products 13237 King George Hwy, Surrey t: 604.585.3222 2717 Lake City Way, Burnaby t: 604.421.8088 | www.roofingstore.ca

GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 www.glstonetile.com

Dick’s Lumber & Building Supplies 2580 Gilmore Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 4T5 t: 604.437.1111 | www.dickslumber.com

Justin’s Marble & Granite t: 778.880.0328 | f: 778.880.0327 sales@justinsmarble.com www.justinsmarble.com

CA BI N ETS

Kitchen Craft of Canada Ltd. 2148 Douglas Rd, Burnaby, BC V5C 5A7 t: 604.298.9277 | www.kitchencraft.com

Blue Star Marble Ltd. 120-4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.4585 Bradford Decorative Hardware Inc. #101 - 1626 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6J 1H4 t: 604.569.0783 | t: 888.422.2217 f: 604.569.0784 e: wes@bradfordhardware.com www.bradfordhardware.com Coastal Woodcrafters 5-20688 Duncan Way, Langley, BC t: 604.533.7796 www.coastalwoodcrafters.com Euro Kitchens 7272 buller Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca Home Max Building Supplies t: 604-325-1559 homemaxbuildingsupplies.com

Burnaby 4522 Dawson St 604-570-0867 Langley #205 5511 192nd St 778-296-2571

Unit 210.19700 Langley by-pass Langley, BC | t: 604.534.7273 www.kitchencraft.com Valley Countertops 30781 Simpson Road Abbotsford. t: 604.852.8125 | aem@silestone.ca www.valleycountertops.com CU STO M HO M ES

JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com My House Design Build VANCOUVER OFFICE

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Vancouver 149 West 7th 604-558-0868 F I N A N CE

Your Mortgage Solutions Group t: 778.893.0502 | t: 604.931.9000 www.yourmortgagesolutionsgroup.ca F I R EP L ACES

Dynasty Fireplaces 1-3071 No. 5 Rd, Richmond BC, V6X 2T4 t: 604.821.1009 | f: 604.821.1019 www.dynastyfireplace.com Fire Places Unlimited 4001 Remi Place, Burnaby, BC V3W 4Z5 t: 604.415.9330 www.fireplacesunlimited.ca Vancouver Gas Fireplaces Ltd. 235 West 7 Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1L9 t: 604.732.3470 www.vangasfireplaces.com = F LO O R I N G

Boardwalk Woodflors Ltd. 140-12571 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6V 1J4 | t: 604.270.7750 www.boardwalkfloors.ca

Love Kitchens 120-3031 Beckman Place Richmond, BC V6X 3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com t: 778.297.1297 f: (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com

DOORS

Marina Baron European Design Inc. 110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby BC V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com

All Weather Windows Ltd. A101-9355 198 St. Langley, BC V1M 3J9 | t: 604.513.5744 www.allweatherwindows.com

Save On Sets www.saveonsets.com | t: 604.313.0670

Creative Door Services Ltd. 3-1678 Fosters Way, Delta, BC V3M 6S6 t: 604.524.8444 www.creativedoor.com

Surfside Flooring 15229 Russell Avenue, White Rock BC V4B 5C3 | t: 604.538.2733 www.surfsideflooring.ca

Modern Classic Building Solutions t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com

Tiles For Less 7832 Edmonds St, Burnaby, BC V3N 1B8 t: 604.521.8453 | www.tilesforless.net

TWS Doors 200 Golden Dr., Coquitlam, BC t: 604.941.0311 | www.twsdoors.com CLO SETS

Designer Closet Guys Metro Vancouver: 604-484-0374 Fraser Valley: 604-755-7556 e: info@designerclosetguys.com www.designerclosetguys.com

Networx Home Improvement #8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.com

Marina Baron European Design Inc. 110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com

Pella Northwest 117.3823 Henning Dr, Burnaby, BC V5C 6P3 t: 604.291.9009 www.pella.com

Modern Classic Building Solutions t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com

Picasso Mouldings and Doors Warehouse and Showroom 14577 66th Ave Surrey t: 604-572-4144 www.picassomouldings.com Vancouver Showroom 1366 Marine Dr SW. Vancouver t: 604-266-1101

Stor-More t: 604-575-8870 Unit 111-19231 54 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 8E5 www.stormore.com CO N CRETE PROTECTI O N

Sealforce 207.6333 148 St., Surrey, BC t: 604.308.1999 | www.sealforce.ca

EL ECTR I CA L S ER VI CES

Volcano Heating, Cooling & Electrical Services 52970 Mariner Way Coquitlam, BC 604.836.4431

Casa Madera Hardwood Floors Inc. 3744 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2H5 | t: 604.294.9663 www.casamaderafloors.com GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 www.glstonetile.com Lamanator Coatings www.lamanator.ca

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PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY Ultimate Floorings Inc. 145.4631 Shell Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3M4 t: 604.278.3838 | www.ultimatefloorings.com F U R N I TUR E

Home Envy Furnishings 21768 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge 604-466-8822 www.createhomeenvy.ca Oriental Gallery 1-12331 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC 604.270.2882 | www.orientalgallery.ca G L AS S

Glass World 2146 Queen St., Abbotsford, BC V2T 6J4 t: 604.854.5757 | www.glassworld.ca West Coast Designed Windows Ltd. 8028 River Way, Delta, BC V4G 1K9 t: 604.946.2310 | www.wcdw.com G A R AG E S OL UT IONS

Modern Classic Building Solutions t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com West Coast Dream Garage t: 604.767.6050 www.westcoastdreamgarage.ca GUTTERS

Gentek Building Products Ltd. 1-19405 94 Av., Surrey, BC V4N 4E6 t: 604.888.7280 | www.gentek.ca Precision Gutters #7 9515 190th St, Surrey 604-556-8410 www.precisiongutters.com Sur-Del Roofing Ltd. 14526 St. Andrews Dr, Surrey, BC V3R 0W5 | t: 604.589.1945 www.surdelroofing.emcobp.com Weather Tech Gutters Inc. 6268 187 St., Surrey, BC V3S 7N8 t: 604.576.8324 www.weathertechgutters.com Weatherguard Gutters Inc. 7175 184 St., Surrey, BC V4N 3G6 t: 604.574.1985 www.weatherguardgutters.com H A R D WAR E

Bradford Decorative Hardware Inc. #101 - 1626 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC. Canada V6J 1H4 t: 604.569.0783 | t: 888.422.2217 f: 604.569.0784 wes@bradfordhardware.com www.bradfordhardware.com

HO ME CO N STRUCTI O N

Mr Build 9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com Cornerstone Building Solutions Ltd. Builders (1.49 units) custom, Renovators 8038 Webster Road, Delta, BC V4G 1G6 t: 604.946.5430 | f: 604.946.0045 www.cornerstonecbs.com JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca My House Design Build VANCOUVER OFFICE

1275 West 6th Ave. British Columbia V6H 1A

Volcano Heating, Cooling & Electrical Services 52970 Mariner Way Coquitlam, BC 604.836.4431

ILove Kitchens 120-3031 BeckmanPlace Richmond BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com 778.297.1297 Fax (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com

HER I TAG E R ESTO R ATI O N S

In Design Group t: 604.240.7614 | t: 778.869.8525 www.indesign.group.com

JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com HOT TU B S /P O O L S /S PAS

Arctic Spas Hot Tubs & Billiards 300-19630 Langley by-pass Langley, BC V3A 7B1 t: 604.530.3333 | www.goarctic.com

Upper Level Homes and Construction 2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 | t: 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd 101-1305 Welch Street, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca Yellowridge Construction Ltd 200-2605 Clarke Stree, Port Moody, BC V3H 1Z4 | t: 604.936.2605 www.yellowridge.ca AUTOMATION/ HOME ENTERTAINMENT

Interactive Living t: 604.904.9421 www.Interactiveliving.Ca

CO N STR UCTI O N /R EA L ESTATE

Marina Baron European Design Inc. 110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby BC V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com

Green Sheet Construction Data Ltd. t: 604.461.0327 | www.greensheet.ca I N TER I O R D ES I G N

Atlas Pots 1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com CCI Renovations 1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com Classic Finishes Get the Classic touch to your painting, trim work and tile projects: over 20 years of quality experience. For professional service call: 604-685-5621 Comet Interior Design Vancouver, BC t: 604.240.0230 www.cometinteriordesign.com

Home Furnishings East of eden, MN-13279 72 Ave., Surrey, BC | t: 604.594.4510

Designer Closet Guys Metro Vancouver: 604-484-0374 Fraser Valley: 604-755-7556 e: info@designerclosetguys.com www.designerclosetguys.com

Exotic Furnishings #101-11031 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3A2 | t: 604.278.2716 www.exoticfurnishings.ca Knock On Wood 20-7533 135 St., Surrey, BC t: 604.596.5455 The Wicker Tree 102-20460 Langley by-pass, Langley, BC V3A 5E7 | t: 604.530.0818 langley@thewickertree www.thewickertree.com HEATING

Lennox Industries (Canada) Ltd. 2962 Lake City Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A2 t: 604.421.5424 | www.lennox.com 44 home décor and renovations nov 2012 - jan 2013

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd. 5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

Zoha 3089 Moss Crt., Coquitlam, BC V3E 3N8 t: 604.945.2822 www.zoha.ca | info@zoha.ca

Eternity Modern 215-5920 No. 6 Road, Richmond BC t: 1.800.993.0903 www.eternitymodern.com

JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

Taylor Munro Energy Systems Inc. 11-7157 Honeyman St., Delta, BC V4G 1E2 t: 604.946.4433 | www.taylormunro.com

SURREY OFFICE

#2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 e: info@myhousedesignbuild.com

Intermind Design t: 604.338.9936 www.interminddesign.com

Eternity Modern 213-5920 No. 6 Road, Richmond BC t: 1.800.993.0903 www.eternitymodern.com Exotic Furnishings #101-11031 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3A2 t: 604.278.2716 www.exoticfurnishings.ca GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 www.glstonetile.com Home Envy Furnishings 21768 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge 604-466-8822 www.createhomeenvy.ca

Miccaro Designs 3022 Markham Place, North Vancouver t: 980.6067 | c: 880.7701 micarrodesigns@telus.net www.miccarodesigns.com Modern-Shed Westcoast Outbuilding Inc.,Geoff Baker t: 604.551.2485 | geoff@modern-shed.ca www.modern-shed.ca Mcintyre Cresswell Design t: 604.630.6904 | www.mcintyrecresswell.com Stor-More t: 604-575-8870 Unit 111-19231 54 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 8E5 www.stormore.com Well Balanced Designs and Renovations Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604-669-5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca KI TCHEN S

Amichi Living Concepts (Okelo Kitchens Canada) 903 Expo Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3G8 t: 604.568.5730 | c: 604.568.5732 www.amichi.ca Artisan Projects t: 604.551.3777 | www.artisanonline.com Mr Build 9129 Shaughnessy St, Vancouver, BC, V6P 6K9 t: 604.732.8453 | mrbuild@mrbuild.com www.mrbuild.com Blue Star Marble Ltd. 120.4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.458 CCI Renovations 1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com Coastal Wood Crafters 5.20688 Duncan Way, Langley, BC t: 604.533.7796 www.coastalwoodcrafters.co Dacor 314 Avalon Dr, Port Moody, BC V3H 3X8 | t: 604.469.1773 www.dacor.co

Level One Construction #236, 101-1184 Denman St, Vancouver, BC, V6G 2M9 | t: 604.647.1718 www.levelone.ca Décor Bath and Lighting Ltd. 1375 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V 3E3 t: 604.872.2198 | www.fibretechbc.ca ILove Kitchens 120-3031 Beckman Place Richmond, BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com t: 778.297.1297 f: (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby BC V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t: 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com Spagna Vetro Appliances Inc. 7272 buller Ave, Burnaby BC V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca Gemini Sink Canada Inc. 104-11500 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1T2 | t: 604.233.1216 www.geminisink.com infobc@geminisink.com GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M3 | t: 604.249.4688 t: 604.247.2000 | www.glstonetile.com Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd. 5058 47a Ave., Delta Bc V4k 1t8 t: 604.940.2767 | www.kenorah.com Kitchen & bath classics Building 100, 19600 Langley by-pass Langley, BC | t: 604.539.2167 3265 McCallum Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W8 t: 604.864.2671 2198 Yukon St., Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P1 t: 604.873.0004 Kitchen Craft 2148 Douglas Rd., Burnaby, BC t: 604.298.9277

Solid Wood Home Services Inc. 106-2411 Dollarton Hwy North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A3 t: 604-904-3811 f: 604-983-2263 e: darlene@solidwoodinc.ca Tolka Millwork Inc. 218 3 Ave., New Westminster, BC V3L 1M1 t: 604.521.0047 | www.tolkamillwork.com TWS Doors 200 Golden Dr., Coquitlam, BC t: 604.941.0311 | www.twsdoors.com Upper Level Homes and Construction 2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 | t: 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com Well Balanced Designs and Renovations Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604-669-5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca Westcoast Hearth & BBQ 100-3031 Beckman Place, Richmond, BC V6X 3R2 | t: 604.248.2255 Whirlpool Canada LP 469 Glenbrook Dr, New Westminster, BC V3L 5J3 | t: 604.525.0344 www.whirlpoolappliances.ca Willis Supply Distributors of Corian & Zodiaq by Dupont 13509 15 Ave., Surrey, BC V4A 5H4 t: 778.228.4687 | www.4willis.com LA N D SCA PERS/ LA N D SCA PE D ESI G N

Atlas Pots 1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com Luxor Lawn & Gardens 1.3888 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC V5J 5H6 t: 604.432.9430 | f: 604.432.9403

210.19700 Langley by-pass Langley, BC t: 604.534.7273 | www.kitchencraft.com

Northern Roots Landscaping Inc. P.O. Box 91988, West Vancouver, BC V7V 4S4 t: 604.984.8251 | www.northernroots.com

Lonetree Enterprise Ltd. 2990 Arbutus St., Vancouver BC V6J 3Y9 t: 604.739.1110 | www.lonetreekitchens.ca

Urban Niche Landscape Design 509-318 Homer St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2V2 t: 604.899.3804 | www.urbanniche.ca

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 | t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca

LEASING

Marina Baron European Design Inc. 110-3989 Henning Dr, Burnaby B.C. V5C 6P8 t: 604.299.2444 | f: 1.866.476.1371 www.marinabaron.com My House Design Build VANCOUVER OFFICE

1275 West 6th Ave., British Columbia V6H 1A SURREY OFFICE

#2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) | f: 604.951.4093 info@myhousedesignbuild.com Pacific Range Hood Ltd. Unit 140, 11120 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, t: 604.232.9099 | www.pacificrangehood.com Pacific Rim Cabinets Ltd. 640 Belgrave Way, Delta, BC V3M 5R7 t: 604.515.7377 | www.pacrimcab.com Pacific Wholesale Appliances Ltd. 2451 Vauxhall Place, Richmond, BC V6V 1Z5 t: 604.270.2460 | www.coinamatic.com Raintree Cabinets Ltd t: 604.526.5390 | www.raintreecabinets.com

Your Mortgage Solutions Group t: 778.893.0502 | t: 604.931.9000 www.yourmortgagesolutionsgroup.ca LI G HTI N G

Bradford Decorative Hardware Inc. #101 - 1626 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia Canada V6J 1H4 t: 604.569.0783 | t: 888.422.2217 f: 604.569.0784 wes@bradfordhardware.com www.bradfordhardware.com Design Lighting - Showroom 100-5499 192nd St., Surrey BC t: 604-576-8733 www.designlighting.ca MO RTG AG E

Your Mortgage Solutions Group t: 778.893.0502t: 604.931.9000 www.yourmortgagesolutionsgroup.ca

MOULDINGS

Picasso Mouldings and Doors Warehouse and Showroom 14577 66th Ave Surrey t: 604-572-4144 www.picassomouldings.com Vancouver Showroom 1366 Marine Dr SW. Vancouver t: 604-266-1101 PA I N TI N G

Benjamin Moore — The Coast Group Coast Decorating Center 4464 Main St., Vancouver, BC V5V 3R3 t: 604.872.5275 | f: 604.874.3650 Cloverdale Paint www.cloverdalepaint.com Plums Painting t: 604.812.5014 PLUMBING

Kitchen & bath classics Building 100, 19600 Langley By.Pass Langley, BC V3A 7B1 t: 604.539.2167 3265 McCallum Rd Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W8 t: 604.864.2671

Cornerstone Building Solutions Ltd. Builders (1.49 units) custom, Renovators 8038 Webster Rd., Delta, BC V4G 1G6 t: 604.946.5430 | f: 604.946.0045 www.cornerstonecbs.com Dream Bath 4-13350 116 Ave., Surrey, BC t: 604.582.6813 EJM Construction Management Inc. 205-18428 53 Ave., Surrey, BC t: 604.575.7780 | info@ejmgroup.com ejmgroup.com Genesis Restorations Ltd #29-19257 Enterprise way, Surrey BC | t: 604.533.3440 graham@genesisrestorations.com ILove Kitchens 120-3031 BeckmanPlace Richmond BC V6X3R2 info@ilove-kitchens.com 778.297.1297 Fax (Toll-free) 1.877.888.9960 www.ilove-kitchens.com Intermind Design t: 604.338.9936 | www.interminddesign.com Jason Smith Build 885 Helmcken St. Vancouver BC t: 604.662.8150 www.jasonsmithbuild.com

2198 Yukon St Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P1 t: 604.873.0004

Jatoba Contracting 2164 Ferndale St Vancouver t: 778.686.7798 | www.jatcon.ca

P OT T E RY

Atlas Pots 1087 Churchill Crescent North Vancouver, BC V7P 1P3 e: nv@atlaspots.com t: 604.960.0556 www.atlaspots.com

JDL Homes 3740 Cardiff Street, Burnaby, BC, V5G 2G9 Doug Langford t: 778.834.9583 doug@jdlhomesvancouver.com Jeff Langford t 778.836.3103 jeff@jdlhomesvancouver.com

P OW E R WAS H I N G

Ace Painting t: 604.273.3933 www.ace.painting.ca

JKB Construction Ltd. 3884 Clematis Cres, Port Coquitlam, BC t: 604.728.3009 | www.jkbconstruction.com

Impact Power washing t: 604.780.4604 P R O J ECT M A N AG EM EN T

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd 101-1305 Welch Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 | upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca

Kenorah Construction & Design Ltd. 5058 47A Ave., Delta BC V4K 1T8 t: 604.940.2767 www.kenorah.com Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 or 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca Marcus Ray Designs 5837 Production Way Langley 604.539.8720 www.marcusraydesigns.com My House Design Build VANCOUVER OFFICE

R A N G E HO O D S

1275 West 6th Ave., British Columbia V6H 1A

Euro Kitchens 7272 buller Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4S3 t: 604.430.5252 | sales@kitchenhoods.ca www.kitchenhoods.ca RESIDENTIAL SPACE PLANNING

Maison D’etre Design Build Inc. 118 West 2nd Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 t: 604.484.4030 | t: 604.484.4031 www.maisondetre.ca R EN OVATO R S

Canadian Renovations Inc. t: 604.809.0127 | f: 604.957.0128 infi@canadianrenovations.com www.canadianrenovations.com CCI Renovations 1863 Welch St. North Vancouver, BC t: 604.980.8384 | www.ccirenos.com

SURREY OFFICE

#2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) f: 604.951.4093 info@myhousedesignbuild.com Networx Home Improvement #8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.com On Site Renovations t: 604-986-4358 www.onsiterenovations.com RJR Construction Management Ltd. 1149 Grant St., Vancouver, BC t: 604.254.1760 Shell Busey’s HouseSmart Referral Network 7-2320 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC t: 604.542.2236 www.TheHouseSmart.com

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PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Solid Wood Home Services Inc. 106-2411 Dollarton Hwy North Vancouver, BC V7H 0A3 t: 604-904-3811 f: 604-983-2263 e: darlene@solidwoodinc.ca

Sur-Del Roofing Ltd. 14526 St. Andrews Dr.. Surrey, BC V3R 0W5 t: 604.589.1945 www.surdelroofing.emcobp.com

T.Q. Construction Ltd. 106-8988 Fraserton Crt., Burnaby, BC t: 604.430.9900 info@tqconstruction.ca www.tqconstruction.ca

SECU RI TY

Upper Level Homes and Renovation 2930 Lonsdale Ave, RPO 37029 North Vancouver, BC V7N4M0 t: 778.340.0102 or 778.340.0103 www.upperlevelhomes.com

Tigon Security Solutions 17-12468 82nd Ave Surrey t: 604.778.565.4188 www.tigonsecurity.ca SEN I O R HO MES

Upward Construction & Renovation Ltd 101-1305 Welch Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 1B4 t: 604.790.0472 | upward@shaw.ca www.upwardconstruction.ca

BC Housing Home Adaptations for Independence Inquiry Line Homeowner Protection branch 650 - 4789 Kingsway, Burnaby BC, V5H 0A3 t: 604-646-7055 www.bchousing.org/HAFI

V6B Design Group 363 West 6th Ave Vancouver BC V5Y 6824 t: 604.684.6824 | www.v6b.com

All Weather Products Ltd. 13237 King George Hwy Surrey, BC V3T 2T3 t: 604.585.9955 www.roofingstore.ca

Well Balanced Designs and Renovations Suite 400 – 1681 Chestnut Street Vancouver BC V6J 4M6 e: info@wellballanceddesigns.ca t: 604-669-5551 www.wellbalancedddesigns.ca

Orca Security Corp. 111.8988 Fraserton Crt., Burnaby, BC t: 604.431.8803

GL Stone 110-13431 Maycrest Way Richmond BC V6V 2M3 t: 604.249.4688 | t: 604.247.2000 www.glstonetile.com

Allied Windows Box 189, 3193 262 St Aldergrove, BC V4W 2T8 t: 604.856.3311 www.alliedwindows.com

Surfside Flooring 15229 Russell Avenue. White Rock BC V4B 5C3 t: 604.538.2733 | www.surfsideflooring.ca

Centra Windows and Restorations 20178-98th Ave., Langley t: 604.882.5010 x 2112 jsmith@centra.ca www.centra.ca

STO R AG E

Modern Classic Building Solutions t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com Park Place Garage Co. t: 604.785.3031 www.parkplacegarage.ca S U N R O O M S /CO N S ER VATO R I ES

My House Design Build Vancouver Office 1275 West 6th Ave., British Columbia V6H 1A Surrey Office #2-15356 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5 t: 604.MYHOUSE (694.6873) f: 604.951.4093 info@myhousedesignbuild.com

Gentek Building Products Ltd. 1-19405 94 Ave., Surrey, BC V4N 4E6 t: 604.888.7280 www.gentek.ca

VACU U M S

Kaycan Ltd. 10187 201 St., Langley, BC V1M 3Y5 t: 604.513.0343 www.kaycan.com

Tip Top Parts Metro Vancouver t: 604.514.7005 f: 1.800.665.2500

BC Housing Home Adaptations for Independence Inquiry Line Homeowner Protection branch 650 - 4789 Kingsway, Burnaby BC, V5H 0A3 t: 604-646-7055 www.bchousing.org/HAFI

Penfolds Roofing Inc. 1262 Vernon Dr Vancouver, BC V6A 4C9 t: 604.254.4663 www.ok2roof.com

W I N D OW COVER I N G S

ROOFING

Richmond Wood Siding 212-8322 130 St., Surrey, BC V3W 8E9 t: 604.598.2502

R E N OVAT ING H OUS ING

All Weather products 13237 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC t: 604.585.3222 2717 Lake City Way, Burnaby, BC t: 604.421.8088 | www.theroofingstore.ca RONA Installations 2727 East 12 Ave., Vancouver, BC t: 604.254.1210 The Roofing Store 13237 King George Hwy, Surrey t: 604.585.3222 2717 Lake City Way, Burnaby t: 604.421.8088 www.roofingstore.ca Rubbish Removal t: 1.800.RID.OF.IT 240-67 West 2nd Ave Vancouver, BC V5Y 1B8 t: 1.800 RID.OF.IT604.659.6684 www.1800ridofit.com Fresh Start Recycling & Disposal Ltd. 107-237 East 4 Ave Vancouver, BC V5T 4R4 t: 778.773.2297 www.freshstartrecycling.com

Weatherguard Gutters Inc. 7175 184 St., Surrey, BC V4N 3G6 t: 604.574.1985 www.weatherguardgutters.com SO LA R EN ERG Y

Future Solar Power Ltd. t: 604.617.0498 | f: 604.612.7966 www.solarpowernrg.com STO N E A N D TI LE

Apex Stone & Tile 108-9706 188 St Surrey, BC V4N 3M2 t: 604.882.9284 www.apexgranite.com Blue Star Marble Ltd. 120.4691 Vanguard Road Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 2P7 t: 604.278.4092 | f: 604.278.4585 Cove Finishings 101-1139 Barclay St., Vancouver BC t: 778.686.7798 info@covefinishing

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AAA Blinds 106-11500 Bridgeport Rd., Richmond, BC | t: 604.233.1963 www.can.wood.com www.aoneblinds.com Made in the Shade t: 604.477.3333 www.madeintheshadeblinds.ca Networx Home Improvement #8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.com West Coast Windows 8028 River Way, Delta BC www.westcoastwindows.ca Wholesale Blind Factory 11-75 Blue Mountain Street Coq. t: 604.545.1000 wholesaleblindfactory.com Window Works 10-13331 Vulcan Way, Richmond, BC | t: 604.231.1433 www.windowworks.bc.ca W I N D OW S / PAT I O D O O R S / S KYL I G HTS

All Weather Windows Ltd. A101-9355 198 St Langley, BC V1M 3J9 t: 604.513.5744 www.allweatherwindows.com

Classic Finishes Get the Classic touch to your painting, trim work and tile projects: over 20 years of quality experience. For professional service call: 604-685-5621 DYG Windows 106-16 Fawcett Rd., Coquitlam, BC t: 604-522-8300 www.dygwindows.com

Euroline Windows 7620 MacDonald Rd., Delta, BC t: 604.940.8485 tf: 1.800.337.8604 Loewen Windows 100-9420 200A St. Langley, BC V1M 4C2 t: 604.882.2600 www.loewen.com Modern Classic Building Solutions t: 604.626.5497 f: 604.585.1739 mike@modernclassicvancouver.com www.modernclassicvancouver.com Networx Home Improvement #8-27250 58th Crescent Langley, t: 604.625.0960 networxhomeimprovements.co Oasis Windows Suite 109-12889 84 Ave Surrey, BC V3W 1K7 t: 604.597.5033 info@oasis windows.com www.oasiswindows.com Pella Windows & 117-3823 Henning Dr., Burnaby, BC t: 604.291.9009 34855 Champlain Cres., Abbotsford, BC t: 604.857.3286 www.pella.com Picasso Mouldings and Doors Warehouse and Showroom 14577 66th Ave Surrey t: 604-572-4144 www.picassomouldings.com Vancouver Showroom 1366 Marine Dr SW. Vancouver t: 604-266-1101 West Coast Windows 8028 River Way, Delta, BC t: 604.946.2310 f: 1.888.363.7832 www.westcoastwindows.ca

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