project profile: springbank, part 3

as is always the case, summer is gone in a flash - and before i could realize what's happened, i'm staring down october in just a few short days!?  sigh.... every. year.

this post is long overdue (the photos were taken back in june!), so i'll keep this write up short and sweet - and simply state that this springbank project is now complete (save the ongoing decor!) - and i am so excited to share these snaps of the finished spaces! :)

with my tardiness in getting these out to you- i have the advantage of knowing that this family is well settled in and enjoying all aspects of life in their new home... which to me, is the true measure of a projects success ;)

in an effort to take advantage of the fabulous fall foliage here in southern alberta, a full photo shoot of the home and a proper gallery are in the works. it is there where we hope to showcase the true extent of this beautiful renovation....  which has been a true top to bottom, inside-out transformation!

but for now,  please take a peek inside and enjoy...

and welcome to springbank! 

inspired by: lacanche

when we began designing the interior for kelvin grove, one of the first things we began designing around was an appliance long admired by the homeowner - a lacanche range. 

admittedly a first for this designer, the lacanche offered just the right amount of french flavor to get us started... a statement piece with instant appeal! and while it is available in a wide array of colors and finishes - it was classic black and brass for us (no surprise there!). thinking back, i don't know what we would have done without it's s grace, weight, detail and character to build upon, all of which have become the heart of this bon maison. 

after enjoying their new home for not near a month, the homeowners graciously welcomed us back over the holidays to take part in a photo shoot for the french barn,  the local supplier (and specialists!) of lacanche here in calgary.  my full gallery for kelvin grove will be up this spring - but 'til then, i wanted to share a few snaps... both a sneak peek of the completed project, and a behind the scenes look of the shoot in action ;) 

it's often remarked that a kitchen is the heart of the home, and i think it's fair to say this beauty of a range has found a perfect home at the heart of kelvin grove. j'adore!


project profile: kelvin grove, part 3

and just like that, it's almost september?! wth.

it feel's that the last i checked, it was easter - and things were just warming up outside... but with school soon out and the sun shining long - it seemed everyone was off enjoying their summer holidays, and we were no exception...!  

of course, it's wasn't all play and no work - the crews over at kelvin grove were keeping very busy these last few months, and i've been hoarding the evidence of that on my hard drive! time to share :)

the exterior is near completion - with landscaping just wrapped up and finishing touches falling into place. looking fab i dare say? inside is much the same, where things are taking shape and quickly coming to life..! a few hi-lights? drywall is done and primed; cabinets are in and ready for counters - the much anticipated taj mahal (luxuriously leathered btw!); penny rounds are a GO!; furniture and draperies are being decided (the luccia sofa will be a stunner, just sayin')...and final paint selections are imminent! 

there'll be no signs of slowing down as we head into fall - with so many more finishes and fixtures to unveil in the weeks ahead! stay tuned for more - and welcome back to kelvin grove...! 

project profile: kelvin grove, part 2

just a quick note to say: windows are in!

always an exciting milestone - along with the fully finished roof lines and interior framing things are really beginning to feel like a home over here...!  we've just finalized our finishing selections - and they won't disappoint.  with a french "flavor" in mind (hint: it's all about the la canche cooker!), we sought to make selections that will be classic and comfortable...and of course durable for this growing family of 6. oiled oak floors, burnished brash, and sublime taj mahal set the foundation for this beautiful package - and i get excited just typing about it! eek!

can not wait to watch it all come together in the months ahead... and i'll be sure to keep you posted along the way ;) 

for now, here are a few shots of the progress to date...giving just a glimpse of what's to come over at kelvin grove!