Blending the kitchen and dining room into a single open space creates an open, modern space that allows the chef to interact with guests.

Styled after the Shaker elements of design aesthetics, this striking kitchen renovation is also a prime example of “Vancouverism” as it belongs to a condo in a landmark building in the Coal Harbour area of downtown Vancouver.

Transforming a kitchen from a dated and cluttered space to a stylish modern oasis would be considered by many a daunting challenge. With the help of AyA’s professional in-house designers, this homeowner’s dreams were realized effortlessly by incorporating the best of the old with bold and creative new additions without any significant alterations to the existing space.

How much thought do you put into your windows? Though they act to enlarge, lighten and even decorate a space, windows are an area that can be overlooked when considering a renovation. A total window rehabilitation is a clever means to improve the overall aesthetics of a house, and gain energy efficiency in the process as seen here in the two Albertan family homes that received an overhaul by Pella.

The impressive vaulted turret ceiling of the stunning new addition is the highlight of this exterior renovation.

Three segregated, boxy rooms were transformed into an open great room that still retained the unique identity of each area.

This renovation is the perfect example of how professionals can take an average home and transform it into the epitome of modernity.

This BC home was definitely a blast from the past that seriously needed to go back to the future. The updated rooms are not only stunning incarnations that are bright and open, they will certainly still be classics for decades to come.

A cabin-esque getaway feel combined with a beautiful open concept design, built with natural materials and a touch of dramatic lighting is the perfect combination for a home that needed a major rejuvenation.

This Bathroom Magic customer wanted all the latest materials and colors for their new bathroom. They removed the old tub and shower walls and said "no to more tile & grout ever!"

Have you taken a good look at your patio and finally realized that you are really not putting this space to good use? Your deck or patio should essentially be an extension of your home, and with the right outdoor décor, it can be. Here at Outdoor Art Pros, we have all the right pieces that will make this space as inviting, comfortable and memorable as the rest of your home.

Though overall renovation budgets may still be on the wane, master ensuites seem to be one place where compromise and economy are secondary to luxe finishes. Hotel inspiration is common, with features such as TVs integrated in mirrors , door-less showers, and ultra high-end finishes being coveted.

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), a non-profit trade association that has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for more than 45 years, conducts an annual member survey to identify the latest trends in bathroom and kitchen design. Based on 350 responses throughout Canada and the United States, here are five (5) bathroom trends for 2012. Note that four (4) of the trends also cross over to Kitchen Design.

Kitchen Magic was asked to create a functional kitchen for this wheelchair bound homeowner who lived alone and had struggled with inaccessible space for many years and was greatly limited when working in the kitchen.

Problem: An outdated 1980’s family room with an awkward rounded fireplace with ineffective storage using up an entire wall in the room, has two entrances which divide the room in half.

A 50’s sensibility is modernized with a clean-lined contemporary look – making a young couple’s dream kitchen wishes come true.

Two wide entrances and a railing that was limiting traffic flow became awkward and unbalanced for our client who spent very little time in this cozy family room. To make matters worse, storage was non-existent, the furniture was bulky and the room felt like it was closing in on them. An oversized open corner mantle on the heavy oak fire place looked out of place and off scale. Our clients wanted a space that they could come home from work, relax, and spend more time with family and entertain friends.

Bathroom Magic always delivers what the customer wants. We completely renovated this residential bath by replacing the existing cabinetry, countertops, floors and shower. The room is now warm, yet sleek – transformed with the an elegant yet durable material -- Corian®! The beautiful results speak for themselves.

Incorporated old world charm with new appliances and new cabinets.

How we turned an old kitchen into a bright airy living space.

This rural home was redesigned from an old kitchen to a new oak masterpiece.

An upgraded bathroom helps sell a home and can be a good investment. We transported this tired, cramped 1950's bathroom into the 21st century; even a small bathroom can be the perfect place in which to relax and luxuriate after a day in the rush-rush world.

How we transformed a small bathroom into a warm & inviting area by adding a stone floor, dark wood vanity, and a soaker tub.

Transformed a dated bathroom with the addition of a two-person shower, new vanity, and ceramic tile throughout. Adds value to the home.

We were able to join together a classic bathtub with a nouveau vanity in this bathroom renovation. The addition of a two-person shower completed the look.