From the stair landing toward the kitchen island, sage pantry wall, oak floors, and patterned tile at the foyer entry.

ALDERWOOD

Country Charm Sage

Front porch of the white bungalow with a sage green door, wreath, house number sixteen, and a timber truss gable above.

Client Goals & Needs:The family of five required a thoughtfully organized layout that could accommodate a home office and offer a spacious, functional kitchen. A second phase of the renovation was also requested, with plans for a double car garage and a master ensuite.

Project Type:Full Bungalow Renovation - Reorganizing Space Within Existing Footprint

Square Footage:1,000 sq. ft. + Basement

Location:Alderwood

Services rendered:

Architectural drawings
Phase 2 planning
Permits and application
Interior design
Construction

White brick porch with a sage green front door, black wood swing, and symmetrical topiary planters welcoming guests. — Entrance and swing

Bright galley kitchen with sage green lower cabinets, a white apron sink at the window, and veined quartz counters. — A functional kitchen

Vaulted galley kitchen in white and sage with a pro range, peninsula, and dining area beyond sliding glass doors. — Counter space and appliances

Symmetrical white range wall centres a stainless pro range under a custom hood with sage accent drawers on either side. — Pot filler, SS appliances and backsplash details

Painted white brick side entry with a sage green door, black barn sconce, cast iron mailbox, and a stone skirt below. — Side entrance

After the renovation, Country Charm Sage project

Before

After

Design inspiration

The design concept was inspired by the client’s sentimental connection to her grandmother's cherished plates. These plates featured delicate white surfaces, green details, and gold rims, which became the foundation of the home's design palette. The exterior of the house also drew from the client’s rural upbringing, incorporating elements such as a wraparound porch complete with a charming porch swing, perfectly reflecting the warmth of country living.

The result

The client’s love for country charm shines through in every detail. The centerpiece of the kitchen is a striking 48-inch stove, reminiscent of those found in farmhouse kitchens. The homeowner was thrilled by the transformation, as she never imagined such a large range could fit in her cozy bungalow. By reimagining the layout, the renovation team managed to fit an 18-foot-long kitchen into the space. Vaulted ceilings were added to create an illusion of grandeur and enhance the overall wow factor.

The finer details

Wider finished basement showing the reclaimed plank mudroom nook, built in bench, recessed lights, and adjoining living area.

Bedroom corner highlighting a white shiplap wall with two brushed brass sconces above oak hardwood flooring.

Low angle of the patterned foyer tile with the sage side door and sage kitchen cabinetry softly in focus beyond.

Oak stair treads with black and white patterned tile risers rising past white spindles to a bright upper landing.

Apron sink and chrome bridge faucet at a large window with a vaulted ceiling and a bubble chandelier beyond in the nook.

Close perspective along a stainless pro range toward a dining nook lit by a brass globe chandelier in a vaulted space.

Detail of sage green inset drawers beside a stainless pro range and patterned geometric backsplash under a custom hood.

Close up of a polished chrome wall mount bathroom faucet with cross handles on white beveled subway tile.

Client testimonial

“In December 2020 we signed our contract with Julie and Chris who, in the back of our minds, we were always going to hire! Julie helped us to create a space in our existing humble bungalow that was simply exquisite. My husband wanted space and I wanted finishes! We both came to an agreement together as Julie created a design that met both our needs and wants. One of the many things we truly loved about working with Chris and Julie was the combined knowledge of design and construction. Not only are they able to recommend beautiful finishes, create beautiful spaces, they can tell you the exact measurement of something or pick up a hammer and fix anything. They truly are a dream team!”