Category: The Edit Kamloops

Whether you live in the city, the suburbs, or have a place in the country, the exterior of your house is the first thing people see (curb appeal is no joke!).  The exterior of your home can also be an opportunity to showcase your own personal style before you even cross the threshold of your front door.

In Kamloops we have a wide variety of areas, each with their own set of individual characteristics. And while individuality is something to often be embraced; having your home stick out like a sore thumb is not always the best course of action.  Finding harmony between one’s own personal style and the feel of your particular neighborhood can often feel like a Herculean task.

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When considering an exterior renovation or face lift, the first thing most of us think of is siding…whether that be cement board, stucco, wood, steel, or even a combination of materials, the possibilities are endless!

In Kamloops (particularly for new builds and renovations) cement board is likely the most common product chosen for exteriors.  This is likely due to many factors: it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s durable (which is great for our cold winters and hot Kamloops summers), it comes in many different colours, and also many different cladding options (ie lap siding, vertical siding, board and batten, and shakes are all available).  You can also choose a combination of cladding options or mix and match your colours.

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Cement Board in a beautiful blue

Great combination of lap siding and board and batten

It can be a risk combining multiple exterior finishes but this one pulls it off nicely.

Beautiful wood beams accent this entryway, giving an air of grandeur

Great example of combining panels and lap siding

Wood beams with a modern flare

Stunning stone exterior creates a classic high end look.

Stone work and shakes are where elegance meets comfort

The shakes provide a comfortable, homey feel.

The modern lines of this house, combined with the wood trim give off a West Coast vibe.

Achieving a modern feel in a country setting

Showing that wood siding doesn’t have to give off a cabin vibe.

Stone proving it can take on a modern feel.

Elegant stucco with stone and shake accents.

Stucco can also be a great option as is pictured below; it also comes is a multitude of colours and generally gives a more modern feel with its clean lines.

Wood can be used for an exterior design in a multitude of ways; you’ll often see wood as an accent in trims and beam work or more completely like you would see in a timber frame home or log home.  Wood siding can be more high maintenance than something like cement board but the warmth of natural wood is something that cannot be duplicated.

Steel siding (as you see from the pictures) is not just for a shop or storage shed anymore.  In fact, it can offer an extremely durable and modern feel to your home!

Accents of stone or brick are also an important aspect of your home’s exterior to consider.  In fact, a lot of new subdivisions require a certain percentage of rock or brick to be part of your exterior design.  Below you’ll find some great examples of brick and stone work.

Some of our favorite brands to work with:

James Hardie Products

Steel Siding and Roofs

Rock and Stone

Paint and Stain Ideas

I get to meet amazing people doing what I do, and this past summer I was so fortunate to have Shirley recommended to me- (Thanks Lisa!) Not only did we have a successful collaboration but I have gained a friend for life.

I met with Shirley after she had already met with her great contractor Jason from Sagestone Construction and they had a general layout decided on as well as the cabinetry & appliances sourced from Ikea. I was instantly impressed with the clear communication and detail provided by Jason….let me tell you in this industry it can be a tricky thing- imagine literal trades people and airy fairy creatives such as myself LOL our paperwork sometimes is lacking- anyhoo NOT in this case…. Along the way I consulted with Shirley to select the perfect backsplash, sink, cabinet hardware, lighting and finishing touches for her kitchen. The reno involved taking out a wall to open up her large living space and to place the island for maximum entertaining use and for her to enjoy her river view.

Once the kitchen was underway we gave her dining room a refresh. Shirley has traveled to many amazing places, including India so we wanted to put some of her treasures on display as well as keep the history of the space. She is lucky enough to have some stunning antiques and pieces that have been in her family for decades, so the decor approach was to highlight these pieces by adding a new mirror, creating the start of a gallery space & moving some furniture around- namely adding the mirror to reflect her great view!

The marriage of new and old can really be felt in her welcoming home- click thru the gallery for more information. I think the best part of this whole collaboration was hearing that Shirley enjoyed the process- yes enjoyed a renovation!- and is hosting her family and guests more than ever! Cheers to 2019 !

The original floors really shine with all white cabinetry and new pot lighting. The perfect DVI shaded pendant was a find from The Lampost in Kamloops and mirrors the shape of the matte black cabinet pulls

Ikea wall oven does the trick located on this long wall of storage

The layout of this island included an over hang for stools on the end as well as the side to ensure you can sit and enjoy the view easily while enjoying a cup of tea…or wine. The stools are from Ikea as well!

The backsplash is a narrow subway tile in a soft grey and was taken all the way up the wall for a modern but classic look

The LG Aria countertops are fantastic quality and a real show stoppers!

Shirley walks by her dining room daily on the way to her master bedroom so we wanted to ensure she could see her beloved memories. Living well is having items in your home that spark joy- and this is a perfect example.

Stunning wood antiques are paired with a new mirror from Urban Barn

Micheals custom framed her elephant tapestry as well as two painted silk pieces, we left room for new memories to be added

The beading and sequin on the pillows pairs with the textile to create some lovely sparkle in the day light

This was a fun project for my friend’s the Doherty’s! They have a newer home in Aberdeen with a huge rec space downstairs that just wasn’t being utilized, and now that they are about to add a new bundle of joy, it was time to get the space cozied up!

The basics: The room has amazing wallpaper! Obvi that had to be kept- and it formed a great basis of color to pull from for the room. We decided to tie in greys,whites and warm wood tones. This is always a good strategy in a room that might not get the most light- it keeps things chic but adds a bit of life since wood tones read as “natural”

We kept the existing media hutch but added 2 wall mounted Ikea Besta units and wall mounted the TV. Cords still need to be hidden-!Since the couch is large, and dark, adding some pillows in a variety of textures and patterns was important, we tied in a large PLAY sign, from the great folks at Ginger and the Huth from Esty, added a cubby shelf for storage and popped in 6 HUDDA baskets from Ikea- perfect for a little dude who loves cars!

The coffee table is a great fit for the space- the wood top has a nice warmth to it and the black open design keeps it nice and light while showing off the great area rug! We have a great kid friendly pouf too…with alphabet letters but it ended up being back ordered soooooo it is not pictured here.

Mom and Dad should have easy access to the wine fridge so we moved it to the far side of the room- creating a little adult section AND creating a space where things can be hidden from view should the toddlers get a little cray down there! Mom received the handmade “to the moon” art work and instead of hiding it away we mounted it on the media wall next to the cozy corner fireplace.

This room came together nicely and with a keen eye to keep the budget friendly to allow for a luxe nursery update. We also did a quick entry way update too you will see in the pics. Thanks for having me Doherty’s, and to Fynn for the big hug!

This rug is easy to keep clean and was found at Wayfair, same with the coffee table!

The D sign was a wedding gift but we reframed it in a black and white mat/frame combo so it wasn’t hidden away. The play sign is awesome and from Etsy shop Ginger and the Huth

Dad really wanted us to keep the map- so we did! For a family full of adventure it works even if the colors aren’t 100%- Fynn already had the tent and his gorilla, we just moved it here and added a birch wood black and white toy box from Simons. The Cube shelf is from Wayfair and the grey felt baskets are kid friendly, sturdy and add a nice pop of texture. Hudda baskets from Ikea

If you are parents … you need a well stoked bar fridge like this one! Mom found this perfect sign at Home Sense and the his and hers wine glasses were only 9$

A mix of natural and synthetic fibers on furniture and textiles brings life to a basement space

These are the handy besta units, wall mounted, sturdy and sleek

This little nook houses a cozy fire place for cold winter nightts, more toy storage,and the media unit is a nice place to display seasonal items or latest favorites like Fynn’s personalized hockey book:) Leatherlike Elephant mom found at home sense! X’s and O game from Walmart and the Moon was a hand crafted piece from son to mom-THE sweetest!

We added some nice style to the front entry as well. The Ikea show cabinet is mounted to the wall so it won’t fall on little feet and holds up to 10 adult sized pairs of shoes.

These dowel hooks are a great alternative to coat racks….which sorry but I really dislike! These are oak with white painted tips, they are mounted securely and fit nicely between 2 doors, which is often where you will find coat storage if you don’t have a closet!

Mom found this perfect rug and the pouf at homesense!

We had to contend with a set of light switches and an alarm pad but wanted to add a mirror, so we styled around it and added another custom piece that sadly my camera cut off! My fancy camera died this day:(

Mom is a fashion blogger so this light up hashtag, was the perfect accessorie!