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Inspired West Coast Homes
There was no shortage of challenges to overcome during the renova-
tion 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 master suite, a spacious, functioning
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 fire-
place 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 re-
cycling and compost pull-outs, making the kitchen a dream for any host.
We installed window film to block 90 percent 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
EN GAURDE
Vancouver, BC
