Anne Becker

Blushing Haven

Blushing Haven is a two-story century home completely transformed, merging timeless character and cherished memories with modern simplicity. Every inch of this historic gem was meticulously renovated, unveiling a bright, airy interior awash in crisp whites, soft creams, blush pinks, and gentle greys.

Our client envisioned a home that was cozy, highly functional, and easy to maintain—yet perfect for intimate gatherings. Guided by her love of pink, we bathed the office in Benjamin Moore’s Whitewater Bay and wove soft blush tones throughout the rest of the house in textiles, wallpaper, florals, and artwork. At the heart of this renovation stands a custom kitchen featuring every convenience, stunning lighting, and thoughtful details that inspire both everyday cooking and special moments with family and friends.

The result is a warm, welcoming sanctuary, where modern elegance meets historic charm.

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Wortley Village Century Home

This charming century home has been thoughtfully reimagined to blend timeless traditional design with modern functionality. At its heart is a newly renovated open-plan kitchen and dining space that seamlessly connects to a cozy family room, creating the perfect setting for gatherings and everyday living.

Luxurious quartz countertops with subtle blue veining and a striking La Cornue range are paired with traditional nickel fixtures and custom cabinetry. Every detail has been thoughtfully crafted, from the carefully recreated mouldings and arched doorways to the perfectly chosen lighting and rich layers of exquisite fabrics and textures. Curated furniture, built-ins, and accessories seamlessly integrate to create a home that radiates both warmth and refined beauty.

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Old North Dream Kitchen

This stunning kitchen is the realization of a family’s dream, blending beauty with exceptional functionality. At its heart is a custom-stained metal hood, a striking focal point that complements floor-to-ceiling, providing ample storage with style. The cascading quartz countertop waterfalls add a touch of modern sophistication, while the contrasting navy island anchors the space with bold character. Thoughtfully chosen mixed materials create depth and texture, while the exquisite lighting selections illuminate the room with warmth and charm. Designed to be both inviting and practical, this kitchen is the perfect gathering place for making memories and enjoying life’s everyday moments.

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Serenity on the Shore: A Stunning Lake Huron Cottage Escape

This exquisite cottage blends beauty and elegance with coastal charm, creating the ideal setting for a serene family retreat near the shores of Lake Huron. The great room, with its soaring stone fireplace and amazing custom built-ins, provides a cozy gathering space, while plush furnishings and layered textiles invite relaxation. The open-concept design effortlessly flows into the dining and kitchen areas, where natural wood tones, sleek quartz accents, and classic lighting set the stage for family meals and shared memories. Every detail, from the inviting spaces to the thoughtfully curated decor, is designed to bring family and friends together in a timeless and inspiring haven.

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Castle in the City

Our clients found their dream home in sought after Old North. This charming, old-world castle-inspired home is nestled on a beautiful tree-lined property, that includes an inviting pool and entertainment area in the background.

Our client’s favourite colour is blue. It inspires them and brings them joy. Their favourite blues ranged from Classic Blue (Pantone’s 2020 colour of the year) to periwinkle blue to aqua blue. We strived to incorporate all of these gorgeous hues into their home. They also love pattern and whimsy so it was a joy to design this home as we got to incorporate so many beautiful fabrics, artwork pieces and textures into their spaces. At the heart of this home is music as our client is an opera singer so the home is always filled with angelic sounds. And they love to share their home with friends and family so it was critical to create a home that was welcoming and had lots of room for guests, laughter and music.

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Magical Masterpiece in the Village

Do you believe in magic? We do! Our vision was to build our Forever Home in Wortley Village. We wanted this home to reflect our values of family, togetherness, comfort and joy. We envisioned a home that would function for our family, for this stage in our life and would empower us to live simply and beautifully.

We chose a calm and tranquil palette of whites and soft greys, with pops of aqua, pink, navy and black throughout, against a backdrop of natural linens, wools and cottons, organic wallpapers, woods and metals. All of the cabinetry was handcrafted in workshops by the finest cabinetmakers who brought their passion and dedication to our dreams. From solid white ash hardwood and stone flooring and countertops, to sparkling lighting and towering windows, to stunning furniture, artwork and accessories, each detail was curated with thoughtfulness and care.

And, the exterior of the home is exactly as we imagined. Finished in light mist board and batten planks, complemented by black windows and garage and metal roof and topped off with an aqua blue front door, the house fits perfectly into this 100 year old neighbourhood. And, a wow detail, two large scale copper sconces beside the front door and a black gooseneck light fixture over the garage. The front and back porches are dreams come true, inviting us to engage with our neighbours out front or to escape to our beautiful backyard.

What began as a dream in September 2018 has been brought to life. As we begin 2020, we are very grateful to all of those passionate and talented individuals who helped us build this home —- our little bit of magic in the world.

Please enjoy our 2019 Christmas Photos of our dream home, courtesy of @thisisarc.

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