Renovation of the Month 
December 2008
Nouveau Country Charm
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The homeowners used their own design to transform this circa 1860 Ontario farmhouse into a stately traditional interior with classic new kitchen. Improving the overall functionality of the kitchen was a success, but that’s just a small aspect to the finished project. The work and storage room was indeed maximized, however, the end result also re-created the overall space to be a gorgeous entertaining area that flows from cooking to eating areas. The beautiful large windows bring much light into the room, enhancing the elegant decor, making this an area that’s difficult to leave. Old world charm is brought back into an aged house, revitalizing yet retaining a quintessential, country home character.
About the Builder
Claude Heath started his own company, Heath Carpentry, in 1995 after 10 years of working with Rosewood Contracting, Rand General Contractors, and Sil-kof Renovations. The majority of his projects have been in the Leaside, Lawrence Park, and the Beaches areas in the City of Toronto. Heath Carpentry also specializes finished carpentry: intricate crown and baseboard mouldings, custom built mantels, wood paneling, windows/doors casing and specialized custom trim.
Renovator:
Date Completed:
August 2008
Services Performed:
- full kitchen renovation
- custom built railing in dining
- built in wall unit in dining room
- gas insert
- kitchen and patio sound system with ceiling speakers
Budget:
$150,000
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