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Inspired West Coast Homes
There was no shortage of challenges to overcome during the renovation
of this 1980s penthouse. Overall, it was poorly designed with limited
floor-to-ceiling window openings and no air conditioning, which made
for an unbearable living space. The homeowners have strong ties to
Olympic fencing and are a blended family with grown children. They
knew this would be their last big investment, and we wanted to make
it completely customized to their lifestyles. We used smart design
to create a stunning makeover including their dream primary suite, a
spacious and functional kitchen, offices, and details that you'd expect to
see in a luxury penthouse. Hand-curated, exquisite finishes seamlessly
blend with built-ins, adding architectural interest. We included an energy
efficient, custom-built fireplace that allows for a full-gas stove, and a
new air-conditioning system. The high-end, high-performance Energy
Star appliances include a small-appliance pull-out cabinet, Sub-Zero 16-
inch wine fridge, and built-in recycling and compost pull-outs, making
the kitchen a dream for any host. We installed window film to block 90
percent of UV and infrared light, and 80 percent of the solar heat that
would otherwise come through.
Photographs by Keith Henderson
Designed by Intermind Design, Inc.,
New Westminster, BC, page 216
EN GARDE
Vancouver, BC
