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From the living space, you can catch a clear, unobstructed view across the bay.

Green-framed windows present an unexpected pop of color in the calming primary suite awaiting upstairs.

Beveled windows sandwich a wide wooden door, which opens to a large, beam-lined foyer.

By moving the door to the bathroom, the architects could place a custom headboard against that wall, so the view can be seen from the bed. Custom storage underscores the windows.

The architects relocated a powder room there, with Osbourne & Little wallpaper.

The oak countertops in the kitchen are the same as the flooring.

A nib wall tiled in textured Nagoya Mosaic-Tile Co ceramic tiles from Academy Tiles is a low-maintenance choice for a busy family while still packing a visual punch.

The main bedroom and ensuite feels like a retreat with warm, earthy colours and coastal views.

“I hate walking into bathrooms that feel utilitarian,” Harry says. “They should feel just as lovely as other spaces in our homes.” Here, Nagoya Mosaic-Tile Co ceramic tiles from Academy Tiles and American oak joinery give the main bathroom a luxurious feel.

The original stone feature wall is made of solid stone rather than veneer; Cameron repointed the stonework by hand. He found the wood-burning stove on Facebook Marketplace and repainted it. The chair is by Jardan Furniture.

The open-plan kitchen, dining and living room honors the home's original design and heroes the existing stone wall.

“The new space aligns perfectly with our lifestyle, especially considering our roles as a family with two kids and the need to work from home frequently,” says Claudia.

In the relocated kitchen, on the annex's ground floor, a whole wall, from cabinets to backsplashes (as well as the adjacent island), was painted green, as if they're single pieces of furniture.

The bold use of color continues with a blue sofa from Fest and a multicolor rug from Pols Potten.

The studio is furnished with a massive wood table, a sofa, and built-in Western Red Cedar shelves.