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We are thrilled to have Love It or List It Vancouver co-host and
designer Jillian Harris as our cover story this issue. The reno pro
offers up her expert advice on making your next reno project a great
one. Also, look for the new season of her show, which chronicles
makeovers and potential moves on HGTV Canada on Mondays.

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 Spring always brings with it the promise of a fresh start.
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Editor’s Note

W e are thrilled our spring issue features celebrity design

pro and TV host Jillian Harris, who delivers her expert advice
on tackling your next reno. Her hugely popular show, Love It or
List It Vancouver, is a highly entertaining watch where families
decide whether they will stay in their home after Harris and her
team have worked their magic, or whether they will put it on the
market and move to a new home. It’s a highly entertaining watch
– particularly for Harris’ big reveal.

On a side note, whenever I think of Jillian Harris, I recall the night

of the Nordstrom opening gala in 2015, for which she was a co-
chair. As you can imagine, there was a ton of great fashion on
display, but Harris stood out in her ultra-chic, yet-simple, black-
and-white floor-length dress. Managing to create a memorable
look was no small feat considering the fact that every fashionista
in the city showed up in their best threads.

Meanwhile, in this spring issue, we talk to other design and

building experts on before-and-after condo renos – where little
changes can have a big impact in homes with smaller footprints.

New Westminster interior designer Erin Semancik talks the

copper lighting trends and dishes on ways to brighten up your
space for spring. The esteemed interior design firm Oliver Simon
Design weighs in on choosing the perfect tile for kitchen or bath.

Of course, because it’s spring, we also talk paint trends, and we

head outside with tips on how to add pops of colour by doing
more than just planting flowers.

Here’s to spring and to finding inspiration for your next reno

project in this issue.

Niki Hope | Editor

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 A dining room from a renovation project
on Love It or List It Vancouver by designer
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 WITH JILLIAN H ARRIS

Former Bachelorette Jillian Harris had a busy and exciting 2016.

She welcomed her first child with longtime partner Justin Pasutto
and is now in the process of renovating her own home and
running her web business while still filming full time. Through
it all, the Love It or List It Vancouver co-host finds time to share
her insider tips with Space readers on how to make the most of
their next reno.

C ongratulations on the birth of your beautiful

son, Leo, last year, and your engagement. Has
having a child made you think differently about the
functionality or design of space?

Yes, it has. We have been using softer finishes, thinking

about slip-covered furniture and using more colour in
decor items to stimulate Leo’s senses.

What’s the next season like for the Love It or List It

Vancouver?
It’s going to be very exciting – we kicked off again on
HGTV Canada on Monday, April 24 at 10 p.m., and
this season we renovate our 100th home. It’s a great
episode with a very deserving family who already
have three kids under the age of five – and they’re
pregnant with their fourth baby. I only have one baby
and renovating my home is exhausting, so we were
super happy to tackle this for her. We also had Leo
and Todd’s (co-host Todd Talbot) kids appear in this
episode, so it’s a real family affair.

Love It or List It Vancouver host

Jillian Harris weighs in family, the next season
and expert advice for your next reno project.

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 WITH JILLIAN H ARRIS

In the first three seasons of Love it or

List It, the numbers were close, but still
you garnered more wins. Why do you
think that is?

People are (understandably) attached to

their homes. For most people, there’s an
emotional connection there. It’s easier for
most homeowners to see themselves living
in their newly-renovated home rather than
taking the leap on a new house – even if it
might be a better fit for their family.

1. Jillian works her magic in a bedroom redesign from

a previous season of Love It or List It Vancouver.
Note the unique wall panels that bring texture.

2. Jillian added a sliding door to the closet, adding both

space and a modern touch to the bedroom.

3. Visually punchy copper accents deliver warmth and

provide functional storage space.

4. A gorgeous freestanding soaker tub and delicate

floral wallpaper create a dreamy master bathroom.

The show is highly entertaining and

inspiring. What would you say are the
most impactful and ultimately best areas
of the home to put one’s reno dollars
into?

If we are talking about value in terms of

resale, then I’d say homeowners should
invest in kitchens and bathrooms because
even though these are the most difficult
make-overs to do, they make the biggest
difference in your home. Bedrooms and
living rooms can be easily updated with
a lick of paint and some new furniture
or lighting, but changing out plumbing,
cabinets, and countertops and flooring in
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W I T H JI LLI A N HA R R I S

The families on Love It or List It Vancouver
are always happy with the result of the renos
- even if they ultimately do move. Is the
reveal as fun for you as it is to watch?
Yes! We keep everything a secret from the
homeowners so the reaction you guys see on
TV is the same one we see on the day. It’s really
amazing to watch and is always my favourite
part of every episode.
What are some of the mistakes people make
when tackling renos?
A lot of people try and change their minds
when construction has already started on the
project – that can be a really costly mistake!
Unless you’re in Love It or List It Vancouver,
meaning we help you make all the decisions,
you’re going to want to take the reins on the
project and steer it to where you want it to
go. So, the best way to do this is to take the
time – before anyone knocks down a wall – to
think through exactly what you want in terms
of layout, finishes, lighting placement and so
on. Once a renovation starts, the trades move
quickly and you don’t want your indecision to
hold them up or have them undo something
because you’ve changed your mind too many
times – that can really hit your budget hard!
With most renos, there tends to be unknown
costs. How much should a homeowner put
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You should have a 12 to 15 per cent
contingency set aside to cover things like
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during a renovation, like electrical and
plumbing updates. That amount will also 1. A clean, contemporary kitchen made brighter and feeling
give you a little leeway to make some minor spacious with the use of white tile and countertops.
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1. Pops of colour and
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natural light, bring the
dining room to life.
2. Simple, chic decor
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Jillian’s trademark
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spaces.
WITH JILLIAN H ARRIS
I believe you’re in the midst of moving
into a home you renovated for your
family – how is it different to work on
your own personal project?
It’s not that different – the same decisions
need to be made, like: “How will this space
be used?” or “Will I still like this tile in
10 years?” It’s just that it’s all for my own
family rather than someone else’s. But
really it’s no more or less important than
when I’m designing a space for a client. The
only difference is that it’s way easier for me
to make a decision for someone else than
for myself. There are so many options out
there these days, and I find it hard deciding
what will be best for me and my family; it’s
much easier to decide for someone else.
Where are some of your favourite Metro
Vancouver home stores? Where do you
find inspiration for projects?
I love shopping at The Cross, Country
Furniture and Pottery Barn. I also enjoy
seeking out vintage items at places like
Spruce Collective, Painted with Love, The
Found and the Freed, Franklin Antique
Market and many others. I love working
with artisans like Cason from Urban Roots,
Steve from Concept and Design and James
from Shilo Living – these guys make my
design dreams come true.
Lastly, one piece of sage advice for those
about to tackle a reno. What would you
say is the single most important factor to
consider before they begin?
Concept. Know where you are going with
the renovation so that you can make the
decisions you need to make in a timely
manner. Are you going contemporary,
traditional or transitional? Pull together
images that describe what you like as
pictures speak a thousand words when it
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 Kitchen Before Kitchen After
The non-functional layout was backed by dated green paint. The new open layout maximizes usability and views .

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Bathroom Before
The cluttered bath lacked personality.
Bathroom After
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W hen a young professional couple bought
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the “kitchen problem” soon became the driver
of a gut renovation of the unit.
“The layout was not thoughtful in terms of how
people would actually live and use the space,”
says designer Laurel James of Novell Design
Build, who worked with the homeowners to
make major changes to the floor plan. She
removed the third bedroom to make room for
an extended kitchen with a much more usable
layout after some “acrobatic work” to address
the challenges of utility placement in a concrete
building.
Now, “light streams through the kitchen, and
it’s much more open and liveable,” James says.
“The spectacular 180-degee view is on full
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feeling of restraint and discipline that speaks to
the homeowners’ aesthetic.”
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closets, while the master bath was gutted and
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“It’s a modern living feel,” James says. “The
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it their own.”
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A nother young couple faced a different

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A good designer can work in different styles and
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a project to really suit the homeowners.
Laurel James of Novell Design Build

These two homes are so close that you can see one from
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“Everything is about relationships,” James says.

“You’re living in a neighbourhood right next door
to all your neighbours, so it’s important to be
respectful. They want to know that when guys with
boots on are coming through the hallway, they’re not
going to be making noise after hours.”
Modern Kitchen
There’s an additional benefit to getting the council
High-gloss cabinets match the homeowners’ crisp, modern aesthetic.
involved early, too. “They can be super-helpful with
access to plans, and information about what others
have encountered,” James says. “Talk to them right
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Nothing reads spring WORDS: CHRISTINA MYERS

Quick tips for
like a new coat of paint
PHOTOS: REBECCA BLISSET

seasonal updates
+ Choose a small space to

H ibernation season may be over but you

don’t have to leave home to enjoy the changing
with what’s going on globally all the time and,
as a result, people are really craving that simple,
freshen up with a new
paint colour.

+ Swap out small décor

season. In fact, local interior design expert
Thoma Doehring says spring is an ideal time
to feather your nest with a new splash of colour.
The long-time owner of Benjamin Moore Tri-
City Paint and Decorating says colour trends
come and go through the years and from season
to season, with influences as wide-ranging
as international politics to local lifestyles and
culture.
“We tend to see a major trend-change every ten
years or so. This current one we are in right now
has been a real celebration of those grey tones.
As we come into spring, that subtle shift moves
into warmer tones in the same range,” she says.
“There’s a real sense right now for people of
needing and wanting to create a refuge in their
homes. We’re so busy, so connected, so in tune
quiet, calm feeling in their homes. For spring,
items – a throw blanket or
that means getting back to nature, fresh colours,
a small pillow, for example
gentle tones.”
- for a new look.
Doehring says colour trends will usually play
+ Take down heavy winter
out across a variety of design fields at the same
drapery and change to
time, from home décor to paint colours, fashion
something light and
and even the automotive industry.
seasonal.
“You really begin to see how that transforms
+ Change out bedspreads,
and influences many areas of our lives,” she
pillow shams, bathroom
said. “Colour has a big impact on everything.”
towels and other
But she’s quick to note: It isn’t necessary to household linens to items
overhaul an entire house to freshen up a space. with a lighter, fresher
A small paint project and a few small design colour theme.
changes can make a huge difference in a short
amount of time. ❖
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 We’re taking our spring
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START WITH THE SOFT

A simple seasonal change may be all you need. First, retire
heavier fabrics, like wool and fur, and introduce some
lighter fabrics, such as linen. Update your neutral sofa
with some new throw pillows that inject a splash of colour
and a fun pattern into your space, such as these from the
John Robshaw Collection.

Pitaka Pillow
The Cross Design,
$145.

Kojova Pillow
The Cross Design, Vintage Floral Decals, Urban Walls, $193
$225.

BRING THE OUTSIDE IN

Afraid to commit to wallpaper? Why not try adding some wall decals to your space, like these ones from Urban Walls.
A fun and inexpensive way to update your space, they stick on, remove easily, and can be arranged however you like. If
Serin Throw
you really want to bring the outside in, these fresh vintage blooms are a bold way to dress up any room.
White Swan &
Bubblegum,
The Cross Design,
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DRESS UP
YOUR TABLE
A white dinner plate collection is a great base for any
dinner party, but this season swap out your appetizer
plates and salad bowls for something with a little pattern
and brightness that will spunk up your patio party. Add
some fresh blooms – cherry blossoms are always a great
option for spring – and you will be set.

Shibori Bowl
Light Blue,
The Cross
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OLD FAVOURITES HALLWAY HOOK UP

Itching for a great spring DIY project? Why not refinish How about brightening up that long, boring hallway with
Kiri Appetizer Plate,
those shabby pieces you have in your collection? Breath some colourful dot hooks? They look like a funky art
The Cross Design,
new life into that tired armoire or that hand-me-down piece on their own, but are also totally functional. It’s a
$12.
accent chair. Try any of Fat Paint’s fabulous modern win-win.
colours and create a fresh and bold statement for spring.

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Business Profile

Comfort Never Felt So Good TIPS ON

KEEPING
Household heating and cooling systems are crucial So, how often should one change the filter?
COOL
to keeping your home comfortable and safe. Your ■ Keep windows and
“A 1 inch filter should be changed every three
comfort, your Hydro bill, and your household’s blinds closed early in
months, whereas a more efficient filter, say a 4 inch
safety depends on proper care and maintenance. the morning to rebuff
filter, only needs to be replaced once a year,” Laredo
So says Serge Laredo, principal/owner of Moore some heat
says.
& Russell Heating & Cooling, a well-respected ■ Keep your furnace fan
company with more than 50 years in the business. If you have an air conditioning unit, head outside on to keep your home
and clean any debris and leaves, in order for it to slightly cooler
“Most of us don’t think of our cooling and
function properly. Ideally, Laredo says, you should
heating systems as part of our spring maintenance hire a professional to conduct a yearly 15-point
■ With air conditioners,
program,” notes Laredo. “Equipment doesn’t work bigger is not better. A
inspection on your component.
at its optimum if you don’t maintain it … it can be as larger one cools down
“An air conditioning system can cost between quickly, leaving you
simple as changing your furnace’s filter.”
$6,000 to $15,000,” he explains. “If you don’t feeling clammy
He went on to explain that if you run your furnace maintain it, your system will end up costing you
fan continuously, (on auto), it will circulate the air more to run it because it must work harder to keep
much better, and if your filtration system is good, it your home comfortable.”
will also keep the dust away.
Remember, a little TLC now can save you more
later.

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Business Profile

Adding personality and a EXPERT TIPS

personal touch to your home
Vancouverites have made urban condo living a way
of life. The growing popularity of Vancouver condo
living may challenge your design décor. Moving
from a large home to a smaller condo, can seem
daunting, never mind determining what current
furnishings will fit into your new space.
Hiring a professional interior designer can ensure
that you are making the best choices for your
lifestyle and your budget.
“People can feel overwhelmed with decisions …
that’s where an interior designer can really help
them focus their vision,” says Michelle Bernier,
interior designer/principal Michelle Dupré Design
& Company, a fully integrated, customized
company and showroom offering everything
from home renovations, consultations and staging
services. “A small space should feel beautiful and
comfortable, not cramped. There are specialty
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■ Chic: This season’s fun
The seasoned, award-winning designer has helped spring colour is yellow!
clients navigate the downsizing process to design
a space that celebrates their unique personality. ■ Fun: Buy new throw
“Thanks to the popularity of HGTV shows such as pillows in bold colours,
Love It or List It, people receive inspiration,” notes switch up accessories
Bernier. “But not everything that inspires you will
work in your space.” ■ Lighten: Add white sheers
and replace drab drapery
Set your priorities. What can you afford, how do you
want your space to feel, what is your lifestyle?
“For any project, big or small, I need to know my
clients’ budget. Then we discuss what styles, colours
and patterns they like, and more importantly, what
they don’t like,” Bernier explains. “From there, we
add inspiration for a realistic plan to achieve their
dream home.”

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Inject personality into your EXPERT TIPS

home through pops of colour
Spring always brings great joy and excitement.
Energized by the warmer weather and blossoming
colours, we often seek change in our personal
surroundings. Some opt for a complete overhaul,
but that’s far from necessary. Instead of tossing out
drab, outdated furniture, why not freshen them up
with a facelift?
With a little sweat equity and FAT Paint you can
transform grandma’s vintage dresser into a beautiful
contemporary, one-of-a-kind piece. Not only are
you preventing it from winding up in the landfill,
but you also get the opportunity to tap into your
inner artisan, says Victoria Lambert, avid DIY’er
and co-founder of The FAT Paint Company.
“FAT Paint is predominantly used for furniture,
picture frames and other home decor items, but
it can be applied to just about anything,” adds
Victoria, who created the chalk-style paint with her
brother Bradford in 2012.
■ Upcycle select pieces of
decor — lamps, bowls,
candlesticks and vases
“Our customers tell us how empowering it is — to create an eclectic,
to transform old furniture into something truly curated vibe.
unique.”
The beauty of FAT Paint is that it is a lot less labour ■ Revitalize signature
intensive than regular paint, which typically requires furniture pieces such as
heavy sanding and priming before you start. vanities, tables and chairs
Because there is minimal prep with FAT Paint, you in dynamic, on-trend hues.
have a lot more time to add your personal touch.
■ Add delight by using
“No experience is needed. Choose your colour
complementary colours
— we have 42 bold, on-trend hues to pick from —
or alluring prints in
and start painting,” she explains, adding that FAT
unexpected ways.
Paint is now sold in 140+ retail shops across North
America. “Finish off the piece with a light sanding
to smooth out the surface then seal it with our
luscious FAT Wax.”
FAT Paint is a fun, easy way to inject life into your
home this spring. Grab a brush and get painting!

FAT PAINT
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Business Profile

Advantages to Working EXPERT TIPS

with a Real Estate Team ■ The Kitchen comes first -
clear the counters & clean
it thoroughly!
You have decided to sell your home. When you are the Patti and Wes Goss Real Estate Team.
looking for a realtor, do you choose a real estate ■ Lighten it up – maximize
“The advantages are many … there is always the light in your home
team or an individual realtor?
someone available to assist you pretty much 24/7,” including cleaning your
To answer that question, one must recognize the notes Patti. “Brenda is in the office Monday to drapes, blinds and
sheer amount of work that goes into the sale of a Friday, taking care of our social media, marketing, windows.
home. Each real estate transaction comes with and answering questions, such as open house times
stacks of paperwork, multiple showing requests, or queries about contracts, this allows clients to be ■ Half-empty closets –
home inspections and appraisals, print and online taken care of immediately.” storage is something
marketing, negotiation meetings, collecting feedback buyers can never have
With an office coordinator, it frees up Wes and Patti enough of.
from potential buyers; the list goes on and on.
to do what they do best – help their clients sell their
Patti Goss, an award-winning realtor with more home.
than 25 years’ experience, understands that a well-
“People often expect realtors to be available on a
organized team is more efficient and provides clients
moment’s notice, and with a sole realtor that isn’t
with a better selling experience. Six years ago, she
always possible,” adds Wes. “Having three of us
teamed up with her son Wes Goss and together
allows us to provide the best possible service.”
hired an office coordinator Brenda Smith to form

PATTI & WES GOSS REAL ESTATE

RE/MAX Advantage Realty
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www.gossrealestate.ca

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Business Profile

New Westminster’s EXPERT TIPS

best kept secret is out! ■ Consider consigning
items that you love;
consider donating items
that you don’t.
It shouldn’t come as any surprise that consignment to see what we mean. Besides specializing in fine
stores are on the rise. But this isn’t the thrift store consignment furniture and accessories, Champagne
■ Most furnishings & decor
of yesteryear. Champage Taste Home has landed on Taste Home offers a varied collection of custom
depreciate, likely by
something very unique. designed and new furniture at very competitive
50-60% even if in excellent
pricing. or near-new condition.
A blend of carefully curated previously owned
treasures with new and modern pieces. Interior The layout changes daily, breathing new life into
designers such as Love It or List It Vancouver’s new spaces and causing devoted customers (many ■ Present your property in
Jillian Harris are fans of the eco-friendly, budget have become friends!) to visit the store regularly, just the best possible light for
optimum results - clean,
stretching concept, as are several HGTV television to see what’s new.
complete and packaged/
personalities.
“We are also very excited to add more product lines protected for the
“Forget matchy matchy” says Janice Wright, owner and accessory pieces in coming months, providing journey.
of the award-winning Champagne Taste Home. more of an all-things-home experience”, she notes.
“Invest in pieces you love and capitalize on savings
Whether upsizing, downsizing or just feeling the
by discovering what quality consignment finds can
need for change, consigning makes good sense….
offer.” You’ll discover a design look you’ll love.
good for your wallet, good for your soul and good
Come see Champagne Taste Home’s showroom for planet earth.

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 R O O F I NG
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604.462.7638
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Whonnock Roofing has been serving
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Abraham Gagnon have seen it all and been
through it all so give the guys you can trust
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L A NDSC A P I N G
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778.989.6865
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Garden Design & Installation: As skilled
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spaces. Major Cleanups: Essential components
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C O NS T R U C T I ON
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778.868.1392
www.nithsdaleconstruction.ca
Nithsdale Construction is owned and operated
by Sandy Vernon. Sandy is a qualified carpenter
and joiner with over 40 years of experience in
construction.We specialize in working on high-
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VACUUM CLEANERS
AERUS ELECTROLUX
604.205.5448
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604.553.0484
Our experienced design team work hard to
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through the creative process together, always
keeping you informed and empowered at every
phase of the project to deliver a beautifully
designed space that you will enjoy for years to
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details.
PAI N T
THE FAT PAINT COMPANY
604.527.2032
www.thefatpaintcompany.com
Fabulous chalk-style paint for artisans with
big, bold ideas. FAT Paint offers 42 on-trend
colours; goes on smooth, distresses easily and
finishes with flare.
Find your FAT Paint colour(s) at any of these
retailers around the Lower Mainland & Fraser
Valley:
❱❱ Around My House Consignment,
Port Moody
❱❱ Artisan Gifts & Flowers, Coquitlam
❱❱ Brick & Mortar Living, New Westminster
❱❱ Little White House & Co., Langley
❱❱ Maple Ridge Florist, Maple Ridge
❱❱ Muckabout Gift Gallery, Burnaby
❱❱ Pioneer Building Supplies, Chilliwack
❱❱ Scout & Co., Richmond
❱❱ Tea Time Décor, Mission
❱❱ The Abode, Surrey
❱❱ The Garden House, Rosedale
❱❱ The Handpicked Home, White Rock
❱❱ The Sellution, Vancouver
❱❱ Urban Décor Centre, Surrey
Headquarters & Mercantile:
#140-131 Eleventh Street,
New Westminster
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604.527.2032
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