French hues of champagne and cognac underline this Vancouver home by Kelly Deck Design
With the sea and the mountains on either side, sprawling across 8,400 sq ft in Vancouver, is this newly built 3 storey residence. Primarily following a palette of warm neutrals, black, rust and cognac, the home is layered in comfort and luxury. Influenced by Parisian design, the team at Kelly Deck Design made classic choices like […]
With the sea and the mountains on either side, sprawling across 8,400 sq ft in Vancouver, is this newly built 3 storey residence. Primarily following a palette of warm neutrals, black, rust and cognac, the home is layered in comfort and luxury. Influenced by Parisian design, the team at Kelly Deck Design made classic choices like black and white floors, wood accents, elegant mouldings and stylish works of art.
The main living room has a black chandelier from Currey & Company bracing the ceiling. Sofas from CF Interiors keep you seated while the stool has been sourced from Restoration Hardware. The fireplace is an antique installed by Scott Landon Antiques and the interiors of the hearth are a Da Vinci Marble finish. The area rug is also from Restoration Hardware with artworks by Eadweard Muybrudge, Lyle Reimer from Mosquito Agency and from the homeowner’s collection. Picture lights have been sourced from Circa Lighting. The accent rug, trays and candlesticks are vintage finds. The candles have been sourced from Camilia Living via Etsy Shop; Photography by Ema Peter
Delicately Parisian
The family of 7 with children ranging 6 years to 21 years had a clear inspiring vision. With their interests in art, music and adventure, they wanted their home to follow a minimal Parisian theme. A simple description, the inviting and cosy home evolved to be more traditional than minimal. “They wanted the blend of old and new that our firm thrives on creating” explains Kelly Deck.
The pendant lights bracing the ceiling have been sourced from Circa Lighting, meeting the Grigio Carnico black marble countertop in honed finish. Accompanying the kitchen island are a set of wood and cane woven chairs. The artwork is a vintage find while the cabinetry has been installed by Sage Cabinetry. The backsplash has been laid down by Tierra Sol; Styled by Debbie Frederickson; Photography by Ema Peter
The main hallway has a checkerboard floor that has been assembled by Ann Sacks.The chair and hallway art are vintage finds. The lanterns framed within golden frames have been sourced from Circa Lighting; Photography by Ema Peter
Contemporary approach, Traditional home
Materials and colours play a strong and important role in this residence. Enter into a foyer with a sleek fireplace, wood ceiling and cosy seating area. With romance at the forefront, the foyer was designed to be intimate using a wooden ceiling and the moodiness is reflected through contemporary art pieces. “His” and “Hers” offices bookend the foyer to accurately reflect the individual personalities of the couple. “His” space is painted the darkest shade of burgundy with masculine pieces of furniture, while “Hers” is a complete contrast with white walls and organic furniture.
The pantry has cabinets by Sage Cabinetry and lanterns from Circa Lighting. The runner along is a vintage find while the backsplash has been laid out by Ann Sacks. The hardware has been sourced from Rejuvenation while tableware is a vintage find too. Caesarstone has set the countertop and the faucets are from Kallista. The colander, baskets, dishwares, mixing bowls and the lamp are all vintage finds; Photography by Ema Peter
Considering the expanse of this residence, it is a wonder it does not feel heavy and dark. This is perhaps owing to the choice of paint throughout the home, giving it a light and fresh feel. Further inside, the home opens up to a double height living room, dubbed “The Great Room”. The piece de resistance here is the antique limestone fireplace. Weighing over 1000 kilos, the fireplace came with troubles during installation, but added so much presence to the room that all these hindrances were forgotten. Picked out from the hues of the fireplace are the fabrics upholstering the furniture in this space.
The kitchen and pantry area has pendant lights by Circa Lighting, cabinetry by Sage Cabinets, faucet and pot filler by Kallista. The hardware of the cabinet has been sourced from Rejuvenation while the runner and dessert stand is vintage. The gas range is a Sully Classique in slate and brass; Photography by Ema Peter
Adjoining the great room is the kitchen, anchored by a black island and accented by retro pendant lights. The kitchen is conjoined with a butler’s pantry that provides ample storage for the large family. Beyond this is a mudroom which houses the sports gear, bags and coats for this family with 5 children. Typically, homes of this scale have a formal and informal dining area. The designer, in conjunction with the family, thought it better to have a singular, intimate dining room. Engulfed in floor to ceiling windows, the dining room is rich with tradition thanks to a dark wallpaper that plays off the colours in the great room. Unlacquered brass fixtures and hardware in the butler’s pantry allow time to patina them, adding to the timeless quality of the spaces.
Chandelier from Noir Furniture, a dining table and an area rug by Restoration Hardware complete the dining areas. The chairs are from Scott London Antiques. The table lamps and candlesticks are vintage finds. Accent chair in the dining room has been sourced from Vintage Restoration Hardware and the candles are by Camilia Living via Easy Shop Table; Photography by Ema Peter
A stairwell filled with light leads upstairs to a bridge passing over the great room. Occupying one side of the first floor is the principal suite. Taking notes from the linen coloured marble in its ensuite, the primary bedroom is awash in white fabrics and wood. Emulating a quiet and serene atmosphere, the space is given a slight masculine feel with a tinge of grey-blue in the furnishings.
The principal suite has a chandelier from Arteriors. The chinoiserie screen and artwork in the room are vintage finds while the side table and bed have been sourced from CF Interiors. Art by David Guenter is accompanied by an art light from Circa Lighting. The study nook has a french writing desk and an accent chair sourced from Restoration Hardware. The cushions are from Cross Design; Photography by Ema Peter
The principal suite has a chandelier from Arteriors. The chinoiserie screen and artwork in the room are vintage finds while the side table and bed have been sourced from CF Interiors. Art by David Guenter is accompanied by an art light from Circa Lighting; Photography by Ema Peter
The other side of the first floor is dedicated to 4 of 5 childrens’ bedrooms. The lower level houses the oldest child’s bedroom and the recreational activities. These include a theatre, bar, games room, gym and spa, opening onto a pool and cabana.
The secondary bedroom is drenched in a soft hue as sunlight peeps into the room from the bay window. The chandelier and the cane bed have been sourced from Restoration Hardware to match the setting of the room. While the chair is a vintage find, the rug has been sourced from Pottery Barn Kids; Photography by Ema Peter
A homely haven
The strong narrative is carried out to the finest of details, be it the cornices or shape of tile. The designers were able to do this and more. The tricky request to include a hidden staircase from “His” study to the primary suite on the upper floor was fulfilled by smartly hiding the entrance through a bookcase and wall panelling.
The first den has a ceiling by Lawson-Fenning in matte black and a golden inlay. The mid-century yellow chair is a vintage find sitting atop a rug by Restoration Hardware. The coffee table has been sourced from Arteriors. The art includes pieces from the homeowner’s collection, Lance Mountain and Steve Caballero; Photography by Ema Peter
Den two has a chandelier and floor lamp from Circa Lighting, a rug by Sura Socrates and art from the homeowner’s collection and by Maureen Faith O’Connor; Photography by Ema Peter
Artwork includes the homeowner’s collection as well as art by Lance Mountain and Steve Caballero. The mid-century chair is vintage. The sofa is from Lee Industries. The guitar is from the homeowner’s collection; Photography by Ema Peter
An exciting and compelling vision combined with the home owner’s ease of understanding design, brought out the finesse in this residence. Describing the spaces as “warm, authentic and unpretentious”, the designers at Kelly Deck Design have ensured that it embodies the vision set out for it.
