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The basement now has a rec room, with a full kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom, and exterior access, so it can function as an independent suite for guests or renters, depending on the couple's needs.

Aleksandra shifted and shortened the window to pack in usable storage around it. The cabinets are painted Rainy Afternoon by Benjamin Moore, combined with white oak boxes for contrast. “We were also badly hit by the material price increases during Covid,” says Aleksandra, whether it was kitchen cabinets or framing lumber. The couple were receiving quotes that changed week to week.

A new powder room behind a pocket door in the hall reveals Nagoya Dark Green tile from Ames Tile. The salmon paint color is Benjamin Moore "Sharon Rose."

The bay windows were preserved, now with triple-glazed units to accommodate Vancouver building code, and yellow cedar added to the porch soffit. The Benjamin Moore colors "Deep River

Rebuilding the rear addition gave Aleksandra a chance to play with its form, and make it contrast with the historic body of the Edwardian. Large glass doors lighten up the kitchen and connect it to the deck and backyard.