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5 Regardless of the project, practical issues inform the overall design of a room. This was certainly the case for our clients who dreamt of a kitchen that was modern, warm, and would wow guests. We achieved this look, but not without a few difficulties to overcome along the way. In the kitchen, there were structural drops that housed HVAC and beams that could not be moved, causing us to create a complex design, which worked beautifully for the space. In addition, we used our creativity with the lighting due to the kitchen's vaulted ceiling and three skylights. Track lighting and elegant LED drop pendants proved the ideal solution. In an effort to create more storage, we extended the north wall. In the original plan, the powder room was in an open area off the kitchen which created an awkward feeling for guests using the washroom. The extension of the north kitchen wall solved this problem while providing additional storage. The principal ensuite originally had two levels where the shower dropped down 12 inches, which was a poor use of space. We changed the design by raising the floor to one level allowing for a European wet room-inspired space. The tile needed to have a dramatic effect to coordinate with the other areas of the home, therefore we chose charcoal 24-by-48 tiles placed vertically, creating a herringbone look with their natural texture. Photographs by Julian Plimley Photography Designed by Cara Interiors, Surrey, BC, page 360 WEST COAST WITH A TWIST White Rock, BC

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