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ABOVE: The grand foyer of The Gables provides a transition
between the heritage and modern sides of the home. The
team restored the original woodwork and hardwood floors
to their original splendor. Current décor elements help to
reinforce the blended feel between the two styles.
RIGHT: Views from the gabled loft are the best in the house,
extending to the local Fraser River, Vancouver Airport, and
Vancouver Island. Joe's intimate knowledge of home building
allowed him to see the opportunity to add a gabled loft to
a previously unusable attic space. Accessible via its own
stairway, the loft is more than 1,000 square feet and includes
a kitchen, bathroom, and living area.
FACING PAGE TOP: The heritage living room was completely
restored to bring life back to the cornice, crown, and plaster
moulding. Radiant heat warms the original hardwood floors;
the team installed the heating elements from the basement
below to preserve the original floor. As part of the renovation,
the heritage section of the home gained a reinforced structure,
updated insulation, electrical and plumbing systems, as well
as all of the modern technologies and amenities.
FACING PAGE BOTTOM: The new kitchen features radiant
heated floors, energy-efficient appliances, and ample room
for family entertaining and meals. A glass stairway seems to
float through the space.
Photographs by Ed White
