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The entry way was closed off with custom millwork and block off the entry into the bedroom area.
The entry way was closed off with custom millwork and block off the entry into the bedroom area.
2 bedrooms were turned into one large principal retreat.
2 bedrooms were turned into one large principal retreat.
The backyard was transformed into a space for entertaining with different zones to dine, lounge and relax. The large addition of the double car garage in the back mimics the front with the circular window to make it feel more enclosed and a part of the architectural envelope of the home.
The backyard was transformed into a space for entertaining with different zones to dine, lounge and relax. The large addition of the double car garage in the back mimics the front with the circular window to make it feel more enclosed and a part of the architectural envelope of the home.
A mix of modern and traditional elements in the home like the simple wall detailing in the office, helps to make the spaces feel more intimate. A mix of antiques also helps to pull the spaces together.
A mix of modern and traditional elements in the home like the simple wall detailing in the office, helps to make the spaces feel more intimate. A mix of antiques also helps to pull the spaces together.
The guest bedroom feels like a stay at a rustic cottage. Wallpaper on all the walls in a lovely organic olive grove paper with a vintage brass bedframe is quaint and a perfect retreat.
The guest bedroom feels like a stay at a rustic cottage. Wallpaper on all the walls in a lovely organic olive grove paper with a vintage brass bedframe is quaint and a perfect retreat.
The guest bath also acts as a powder room. The walls are clad in a lovely handmade tile and the custom concrete sink is a gorgeous feature in the space.
The guest bath also acts as a powder room. The walls are clad in a lovely handmade tile and the custom concrete sink is a gorgeous feature in the space.
The principal retreat bathroom packs a punch and feels Mediterranean. Terracotta colored tiles, bold stone details and brass elements are a perfect mix.
The principal retreat bathroom packs a punch and feels Mediterranean. Terracotta colored tiles, bold stone details and brass elements are a perfect mix.
Stone backsplash makes an impact and makes a focal point in the Primary retreat bathroom. Mirrors placed in front of the windows help to accent the natural light coming into the space.
Stone backsplash makes an impact and makes a focal point in the Primary retreat bathroom. Mirrors placed in front of the windows help to accent the natural light coming into the space.
Bold prints are a favorite and work well as a wall to wall drapery moment helps to hide the offset windows.
Bold prints are a favorite and work well as a wall to wall drapery moment helps to hide the offset windows.
The auxiliary room acts as a great place to make cocktails and hosts guests. What used to be the old single car garage is now an opulent space to entertain and has double doors into the back yard.
The auxiliary room acts as a great place to make cocktails and hosts guests. What used to be the old single car garage is now an opulent space to entertain and has double doors into the back yard.
Custom doors block off the studio space from the auxiliary room. Painted a rich green, it helps to unify the homes organic interiors.
Custom doors block off the studio space from the auxiliary room. Painted a rich green, it helps to unify the homes organic interiors.
What was a brick clad fireplace is now clad in a custom concrete facade with a gorgeous frame and fluted tile details.
What was a brick clad fireplace is now clad in a custom concrete facade with a gorgeous frame and fluted tile details.
The living space with its mix of modern, traditional and midcentury elements is warm and inviting.
The living space with its mix of modern, traditional and midcentury elements is warm and inviting.
Concrete fireplace details.
Concrete fireplace details.
The open concept kitchen is a cooks dream and a large island is perfect for intimate dinners. The curved portion on the one end allows it to feel less monolithic.
The open concept kitchen is a cooks dream and a large island is perfect for intimate dinners. The curved portion on the one end allows it to feel less monolithic.
The granite counters waterfalls on one end to make the island a focal point. Sculptural pendants are a statement.
The granite counters waterfalls on one end to make the island a focal point. Sculptural pendants are a statement.
The exterior of the this 50's bungalow was updated with painting the brick, modern wood slat details and a feature circle window. Keeping the heritage of this bungalow was important, we just wanted to update it.
The exterior of the this 50's bungalow was updated with painting the brick, modern wood slat details and a feature circle window. Keeping the heritage of this bungalow was important, we just wanted to update it.

Details

Square Feet
2500
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
0

Credits

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Interior Design
Photographer
Joel Klassen

From Alykhan Velji Designs

My own personal home renovation that took this dated 60’s bungalow to the studs and elevated the design to a look that I call, The New Traditional. From the interior to the exterior, it was all gutted with the exception of the original brick exterior.

Opening up the home to a more open concept feel and creating a cathedral style ceiling, helped to create a spacious living space. A large kitchen and focal kitchen island is perfect for entertaining. The gorgeous custom designed concrete fireplace is a focal in the living space The original single car garage was converted into an auxiliary room perfect to host guests for cocktails and opening up the space with double doors into the new outdoor space.

We combined 2 rooms to make one principal bedroom and ensuite allowing for a large and spacious room and updated the guest room and bath to feel more luxe. The hallway to the garage was updated with large black frame windows to give the space a Spanish colonial feel with the hanging lanterns and checkerboard tile. Just to the left of the hallway is an office space and the mudroom/laundry room.

The home is a study of my love in mixing textures, patterns and design styles. A mix of all my favorite elements in all different design styles, it is a true representation of my aesthetic and love of all design. No detail was left out when it came to the finishes, creating our forever home that feels warm, inviting, and perfectly suited to us.